Chronic Illness Therapists in Wantagh, NY
Counseling Services of Long Island
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wantagh, NY 11793
In addition to general practice issues, our specialties include CBT for Anxiety & Stress, Communication Skills, Self-Esteem Enhancement, Mindfulness Training/Complementary Therapies, Chronic Illness, End-of-life/Bereavement Program, Difficult Teens/Families, Parenting, ADHD, Workplace/EAP, Marriage Counseling and Corporate Consultation.
With more than 25 years of success operating a Clinical Social Work practice with high-impact results, Counseling Services of Long Island is a highly regarded and trusted resource for clients and therapists alike throughout the region. We are known for our professional skills, and our compassionate and non-judgmental approach in helping clients achieve positive change, happiness and emotional well-being. We accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. We also have a special, copyrighted ADHD program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.
In addition to general practice issues, our specialties include CBT for Anxiety & Stress, Communication Skills, Self-Esteem Enhancement, Mindfulness Training/Complementary Therapies, Chronic Illness, End-of-life/Bereavement Program, Difficult Teens/Families, Parenting, ADHD, Workplace/EAP, Marriage Counseling and Corporate Consultation.
With more than 25 years of success operating a Clinical Social Work practice with high-impact results, Counseling Services of Long Island is a highly regarded and trusted resource for clients and therapists alike throughout the region. We are known for our professional skills, and our compassionate and non-judgmental approach in helping clients achieve positive change, happiness and emotional well-being. We accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. We also have a special, copyrighted ADHD program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.
Kelly Sullivan Dennis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793
Waitlist for new clients
Living with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, medical issues and/or family conflict brings unique challenges and stresses. As a licensed clinical social worker with a PhD, my practice is geared toward working with individuals across the lifespan and families, helping them to understand specific strategies and techniques to tackle every day challenges to life events and circumstances. For over 20 years, I have worked with clients with a variety of problems to help them cope more effectively, find solutions, and live life more fully.
Living with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, medical issues and/or family conflict brings unique challenges and stresses. As a licensed clinical social worker with a PhD, my practice is geared toward working with individuals across the lifespan and families, helping them to understand specific strategies and techniques to tackle every day challenges to life events and circumstances. For over 20 years, I have worked with clients with a variety of problems to help them cope more effectively, find solutions, and live life more fully.
I help people to resolve life’s struggles and transform via the creative process. Life's stressors can sometimes induce emotional tension, physical problems and other related symptoms. This impairs our ability to function at our full potential . The purpose of psychotherapy is to provide a comfortable, safe setting where issues are clearly assessed and a plan for resolution is established. As a knowledgable clinician, I provide the best opportunity for successfully accomplishing this goal.
I help people to resolve life’s struggles and transform via the creative process. Life's stressors can sometimes induce emotional tension, physical problems and other related symptoms. This impairs our ability to function at our full potential . The purpose of psychotherapy is to provide a comfortable, safe setting where issues are clearly assessed and a plan for resolution is established. As a knowledgable clinician, I provide the best opportunity for successfully accomplishing this goal.
My name is Yara Adam-Whiter, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Brooklyn, New York, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work mostly from a person-centered approach to understand your worldview so that we can achieve progress toward your unique therapy goals. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and their families. I may also be a good fit for clients for first-generation and immigrant clients. We can work on understanding how your intersectionality forms your ideas about the world and the challenges you deal with navigating different cultural expectations in different situations.
My name is Yara Adam-Whiter, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Brooklyn, New York, working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work mostly from a person-centered approach to understand your worldview so that we can achieve progress toward your unique therapy goals. I enjoy working with LGBTQIA2S+ individuals and their families. I may also be a good fit for clients for first-generation and immigrant clients. We can work on understanding how your intersectionality forms your ideas about the world and the challenges you deal with navigating different cultural expectations in different situations.
Melissa Catanese At Nassau Psychology Pc
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Melissa completed her Masters in Social Work at Long Island University. She continued her training at Turtle Hook Middle School running weekly groups and meeting with students one on one to assist in any crisis or bullying issues. Melissa then continued her experience working at SCO Family Services. At SCO Melissa worked with youth in NYC foster care making sure the youth’s needs were being met in a timely and professional matter, as well as working with the school system, the court system.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Melissa completed her Masters in Social Work at Long Island University. She continued her training at Turtle Hook Middle School running weekly groups and meeting with students one on one to assist in any crisis or bullying issues. Melissa then continued her experience working at SCO Family Services. At SCO Melissa worked with youth in NYC foster care making sure the youth’s needs were being met in a timely and professional matter, as well as working with the school system, the court system.
Casey Fordham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793 (Online Only)
I specialize in utilizing a mindfulness-based approach to enhance coping and management of stressors throughout the life course. I am also certified in trauma-informed yoga which supports my holistic and collaborative approach to healing. My goal as a therapist is to help people foster more wellness in their lives.
I specialize in utilizing a mindfulness-based approach to enhance coping and management of stressors throughout the life course. I am also certified in trauma-informed yoga which supports my holistic and collaborative approach to healing. My goal as a therapist is to help people foster more wellness in their lives.
Sunrise Park Psychotherapy LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wantagh, NY 11793
We are clinical social workers who believe a nonjudgmental, respectful approach is vital in the therapy setting. I am a Northwell CIIPA tier 1 provider, WTC provider, and a few commercial plans. My associate Antonella Caizza-Moeller has joined the practice & has more than 10 years experience. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Oxford, Humana, Medicare. She has virtual/in-person availability on Thursdays/Fridays for ages 18+ & specializes in depression, anxiety, and women’s wellness. We both use CBT/DBT foundation skills & look forward to working on your goals to achieve your best life. It is never too late to change and work on us!
We are clinical social workers who believe a nonjudgmental, respectful approach is vital in the therapy setting. I am a Northwell CIIPA tier 1 provider, WTC provider, and a few commercial plans. My associate Antonella Caizza-Moeller has joined the practice & has more than 10 years experience. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Oxford, Humana, Medicare. She has virtual/in-person availability on Thursdays/Fridays for ages 18+ & specializes in depression, anxiety, and women’s wellness. We both use CBT/DBT foundation skills & look forward to working on your goals to achieve your best life. It is never too late to change and work on us!
I have over 25 years of experience providing individual, couple, family and group therapy. I have extensive training in helping individuals gain insight and manage feelings of depression , anxiety, low self esteem, relationship and addiction issues. I provide a comfortable environment with an interactive approach . After an initial assessment to determine if working together will be helpful , we will come up with individualized goals to work toward meeting the desired outcome . I am currently offering in person and virtual sessions.
I have over 25 years of experience providing individual, couple, family and group therapy. I have extensive training in helping individuals gain insight and manage feelings of depression , anxiety, low self esteem, relationship and addiction issues. I provide a comfortable environment with an interactive approach . After an initial assessment to determine if working together will be helpful , we will come up with individualized goals to work toward meeting the desired outcome . I am currently offering in person and virtual sessions.
Marie Swiderski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW,, CAGCS
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793
Waitlist for new clients
Are you are grieving a death, divorce, broken relationship, loss of pet, an extramarital affair, or any number of losses that occur over a lifetime? Grieving is a normal and natural reaction. My speciality is working with adults who are grieving, be it recent or years ago. You will learn how to handle the plethora of broken hopes, dreams and the things you wish could have been different or better.
Are you are grieving a death, divorce, broken relationship, loss of pet, an extramarital affair, or any number of losses that occur over a lifetime? Grieving is a normal and natural reaction. My speciality is working with adults who are grieving, be it recent or years ago. You will learn how to handle the plethora of broken hopes, dreams and the things you wish could have been different or better.
Marissa Fielstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793 (Online Only)
The pressures adults face today can feel insurmountable, and for kids, sometimes growing up is hard to do. Life's obstacles can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Columbia University, MS from Johns Hopkins University (Health Informatics), and a BS in Psychology from Binghamton University. I have worked for nine years as a social worker on Long Island treating individuals and families. My current practice focuses on teens (16+), young adults, and adults.
The pressures adults face today can feel insurmountable, and for kids, sometimes growing up is hard to do. Life's obstacles can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with an MSW from Columbia University, MS from Johns Hopkins University (Health Informatics), and a BS in Psychology from Binghamton University. I have worked for nine years as a social worker on Long Island treating individuals and families. My current practice focuses on teens (16+), young adults, and adults.
Tricia Singh
Counselor, LMHC, CAMS-II, CCFS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wantagh, NY 11793 (Online Only)
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin the exploration of understanding where you are and where you want to be. Together, we can uncover your strengths and help you learn new skills that will allow you to cope more effectively. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 17 years of clinical experience working in community-based mental health clinics, forensic settings, public schools, and higher education settings. My experience is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with various behavioral, mental health, substance abuse, and relational issues.
You deserve to live a happier and healthier life. Together, we can begin the exploration of understanding where you are and where you want to be. Together, we can uncover your strengths and help you learn new skills that will allow you to cope more effectively. I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 17 years of clinical experience working in community-based mental health clinics, forensic settings, public schools, and higher education settings. My experience is with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with various behavioral, mental health, substance abuse, and relational issues.
Jaclyn Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793 (Online Only)
I have 12+ years of experience in providing individual, group and family psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults.
I have 12+ years of experience in providing individual, group and family psychotherapy services to children, adolescents and adults.
Invest in You Mental Health Counseling, P.C.
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wantagh, NY 11793 (Online Only)
I have experience working with people with a wide variety of ages, cultures, mental health diagnosis, and life struggles. With a person-centered approach, I can work with almost any individual in order to help them guide themselves towards their therapeutic goals. I employ comprehensive and eclectic approaches to therapy by integrating evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and positive psychology into her practice. I'm well versed in practicing with a trauma informed approach.
I have experience working with people with a wide variety of ages, cultures, mental health diagnosis, and life struggles. With a person-centered approach, I can work with almost any individual in order to help them guide themselves towards their therapeutic goals. I employ comprehensive and eclectic approaches to therapy by integrating evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and positive psychology into her practice. I'm well versed in practicing with a trauma informed approach.
What do we do when everything in our world, and the world around us, no longer feels safe and secure? Who do we turn to when our very foundation has been rocked? There are times in our lives when we face challenges. You do not have to struggle every day! You do not have to do it alone! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the field for over 20 years. I specialize in working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and family conflict. You are not alone, we are all in this together.
What do we do when everything in our world, and the world around us, no longer feels safe and secure? Who do we turn to when our very foundation has been rocked? There are times in our lives when we face challenges. You do not have to struggle every day! You do not have to do it alone! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in the field for over 20 years. I specialize in working with those who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse and family conflict. You are not alone, we are all in this together.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, grief & loss, crisis and trauma, medical problems, as well as other areas. I am a nationally certified anger management specialist (for court-mandated and self-improvement clients). I work with individuals, couples and families in a non-judgmental, no-pressure, comfortable setting. I help individuals create an agenda that they want to address or improve in order to help them be happy and improve the quality of their life.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, grief & loss, crisis and trauma, medical problems, as well as other areas. I am a nationally certified anger management specialist (for court-mandated and self-improvement clients). I work with individuals, couples and families in a non-judgmental, no-pressure, comfortable setting. I help individuals create an agenda that they want to address or improve in order to help them be happy and improve the quality of their life.
Jessica Dogali Mental Health Counseling, PC.
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, MAC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wantagh, NY 11793
We all encounter unexpected challenges that can leave us feeling frustrated, alone, and confused. During these difficult times we can experience anxiety, depression, and other emotional difficulties. One of the biggest challenges can be finding someone that you can confide in, feel supported by, and recieve guidance and understanding. Collaboratively, our comprehensive team of therapists work with clients to create a safe and supportive environment, foster personal strength and growth, and assist in navigating challenges so clients can reach their full potential and live a happier, healthier, and more productive life.
We all encounter unexpected challenges that can leave us feeling frustrated, alone, and confused. During these difficult times we can experience anxiety, depression, and other emotional difficulties. One of the biggest challenges can be finding someone that you can confide in, feel supported by, and recieve guidance and understanding. Collaboratively, our comprehensive team of therapists work with clients to create a safe and supportive environment, foster personal strength and growth, and assist in navigating challenges so clients can reach their full potential and live a happier, healthier, and more productive life.
Do you want better control over your life? We only have one life to live, so why not make it a happier and healthier life.You actually have a greater amount of control as to what happens to you than you realize. As a Psychologist, in teaching you techniques, I help clients to create happiness and better physical health through the science of Positive Emotions when connecting with others in every day life experiences. Feeling better emotionally leads to a happier life. Clients are helped through Hypnosis (if interested) and psychotherapy to eliminate anxiety/stress, depression, to have restful sleep, and to improve self-confidence.
Do you want better control over your life? We only have one life to live, so why not make it a happier and healthier life.You actually have a greater amount of control as to what happens to you than you realize. As a Psychologist, in teaching you techniques, I help clients to create happiness and better physical health through the science of Positive Emotions when connecting with others in every day life experiences. Feeling better emotionally leads to a happier life. Clients are helped through Hypnosis (if interested) and psychotherapy to eliminate anxiety/stress, depression, to have restful sleep, and to improve self-confidence.
I think of psychotherapy as a joint effort between myself and my patients. My experience is varied. I treat adults, individuals and couples with relationship problems. My expertise in working with patients with post traumatic stress makes me particularly well suited to treating patients impacted by the covid-19 virus.
I think of psychotherapy as a joint effort between myself and my patients. My experience is varied. I treat adults, individuals and couples with relationship problems. My expertise in working with patients with post traumatic stress makes me particularly well suited to treating patients impacted by the covid-19 virus.
To be heard in a non-judgmental, empathic way provides an environment to safely explore your relationship with others and with yourself. To be heard and have that understanding communicated in clear, compassionate terms helps support you while we explore its meaning and consequences. When better ways of dealing with life stressors are discovered, unsuccessful ways of coping are automatically shed and new skills appear.
To be heard in a non-judgmental, empathic way provides an environment to safely explore your relationship with others and with yourself. To be heard and have that understanding communicated in clear, compassionate terms helps support you while we explore its meaning and consequences. When better ways of dealing with life stressors are discovered, unsuccessful ways of coping are automatically shed and new skills appear.
Penny Siegmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Wantagh, NY 11793
I've been in Private Practice in Massapequa for the past 27 years, and am the owner of Counseling Services of Long Island. I am also an Adjunct Professor at a local University. At CSLI, we accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. In addition to general practice issues, our specialties include CBT for anxiety, Mindfulness Training/Complementary Therapies, End-of-life/Bereavement program, difficult teens/families, workplace/EAP, and corporate consultation. We also house a very special copyrighted ADHD Program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.
I've been in Private Practice in Massapequa for the past 27 years, and am the owner of Counseling Services of Long Island. I am also an Adjunct Professor at a local University. At CSLI, we accept many insurance plans, and provide individual, family, group and specialized counseling for couples. In addition to general practice issues, our specialties include CBT for anxiety, Mindfulness Training/Complementary Therapies, End-of-life/Bereavement program, difficult teens/families, workplace/EAP, and corporate consultation. We also house a very special copyrighted ADHD Program - 'From Distraction to Action' for teens and their parents.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.