Therapists for Teens in West Islip, NY

I work with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression and stress connected to life's many transitions. Together, we will explore the difficulties and stressors that contribute to a loss of self-esteem and socialization challenges. We will work together to create strategies to explore and feel more confident in yourself, your feelings and your goals. I will assist with building confidence, strengths and weaknesses, explore relationships, and manage social challenges. I use compassion, empathy and humor to assist in finding empowerment and self direction to navigate high school, college and career exploration.

Having problems with excessive worries, self-doubt, lingering sadness, feelings of frustration, hopelessness or troubles getting past traumatic experiences? Parents, are you worried about your child, teen or young adult & want to try to reach them or provide them with more support? Work problems, relationship issues, school struggles or just generally feeling lost? Therapy can be a great avenue to take back & reclaim your life! Facing hard issues can be difficult, scary even -however- it can be much easier & worthwhile with someone who has both extensive clinical & real-life experience to guide and support you through life's maze.

Throughout my years of clinical experience, I have worked with child, adolescent, and adult populations. I have worked in school, hospital and private practice settings which has led to an expertise in crisis intervention, learning/emotional disorders, risk assessment, interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and other pertinent issues of adolescence and adulthood. I utilize my training in DBT and CBT to teach essential skills to the client to help navigate difficult feelings, experiences, and relationships. Through this work together, one learns how to manage difficulties in a warm and nonjudgmental environment.

Have you been wondering if your teenager's behavior is normal? Do they tend to be overly emotional, irritable, depressed, or anxious? Are they an overachiever who panics when overloaded with schoolwork? Do you feel lost in trying to provide support to them or angry because the support you provide isn't enough? Parenting teens can be an overwhelming and frustrating process. If you are on this site you have made the first step in getting the help you seek.

Recovery from psychological problems and improving overall health is best achieved when patient and clinician work together in a collaborative manner. My practice offers child adolescent and adult psychodynamic psychotherapy. Additionally motivational enhancement counseling for improved physical health and effective management of chronic health conditions is offered. All therapeutic interventions are individualized with the goal of recovery from depression anxiety and most other mental health diagnosis and disorders.

The only way to change is to define who you are and then change your habits to align with who your new self is. It's as simple as that, but the problem that arises the most with the clients who come into my office is; who is this new person I want to be. This can be difficult, because many times there are many underlying factors that prevent us, or that we perceive prevent us from taking the steps we need to move forward. It is my job is to help you realize what great potential you have inside you already. With that said let's work together to pick apart the old ideas you have of yourself, and create a new pathway forward.

I help children, teens, and their parents work through many social and emotional conflicts. I provide evidenced based treatment approaches to help children with challenging behaviors, school related concerns, anxiety and other mood disorders. I provide a calm space for parents to receive support during these challenging times. Using education and other effective interventions, parents can get help managing their own stress and creating interventions and strategies to help their children improve behavior, mood and overall functioning.

Are you ready to take back control of your life by making positive adjustments? Maybe you are experiencing a change in mood and don't know why. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist providing a welcoming, safe, supportive and accepting environment for individuals of all ages and families impacted by Autism, developmental disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, OCD and depression. I am here to help individuals process any challenges that they are facing, and help them develop solutions for coping and managing their challenges and needs in a healthy and safe manner.

We are each unique individuals from all walks of life with different views and experiences, even if we're peering through the same window. It is my belief that each individual is the expert in their own life. My therapeutic approach includes collaborative work with the individual to identify the best modalities that fit their needs. I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist who works with individuals of all ages and presenting difficulties. I offer a warm and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

You've taken the first step towards self care and inner growth! This may have been difficult and shows tremendous strength. Glad you're here! Therapy is a wonderful path to help you access inner healing, processing, and expression with the unconditional support of your therapist. If you are seeking someone to work through unresolved trauma, help you develop strategies to cope through anxiety or emotions, navigate challenging relationships, develop a deeper sense of self, or simply, someone to figure this all out with...you have come to the right place!

I utilize art therapy as a method to offer expression for emotions that are not able to be expressed through words. Connecting my educational background in fine arts as well as psychology I was able to complete my masters in Clinical art therapy and counseling. Professionally and in my personal life I have found that the ability to express ourselves in different ways can bring levity and peace throughout our daily interactions. I also work alongside individuals to manage stress and anxiety.

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker who is fluent in English and Creole. I received my Masters in Social Work from Adelphi University, and my experience includes working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflict. I also have extensive experience working with family court systems and abuse and neglect victims through advocacy and crisis interventions.

I am so glad you are here! I work from a person-centered approach to assist my client in finding their desire to break down the challenges that need to be addressed and to empower each and every person to find their courage to believe in their worth and, their strength. This means our work together will be conversation based. There are techniques and approaches that won’t feel like you are being put under a microscope, but hopefully validated and heard. My goal is to help others think outside the typical, to be creative and see things and obstacles from a different perspective.

Hello! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker. I have experience working with Veterans, adults, and adolescents in various settings including hospitals and community based programs. I have worked with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, mood disorders, trauma and PTSD. Some evidence-based treatments I use are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy.

As a clinical social worker and psychotherapist with a wide range of expertise, I can help guide you toward self-awareness in a supportive environment . I have had tremendous success dealing with individuals suffering from anxiety and depression along with families, couples and individuals looking for change in their lives. As a cancer survivor I have learned from my own recovery how to support and nurture others and help you find the answers you seek.

Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. You have to think of what it is you would like to work on and if the person smiling to your left will "get" you. This is a good time to introduce myself.

Have you ever wished that you could talk with someone about your deepest troubles and worries without being judged? Do you want to have someone who can help you untangle your emotions while feeling safe and accepted at the same time? Do you feel lost in a world where everyone else "has it together?" I assure you that everyone at some point in their lives would benefit from therapy. No issue is too big or too small- if something has been on your mind and you cannot resolve it no matter how hard you try, you've come to the right place.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I have experience in various settings including psychiatric hospital programs, private schools, outpatient clinics, and residential treatment facilities. I provide individual and family therapy to help manage difficult obstacles and mental illnesses by utilizing different types of interventions such as CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), play therapy and supportive counseling. I have experience with working with symptoms of depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self harm, trauma, behavioral issues, abuse/neglect, and loss.

My therapeutic orientation is integrative and strongly grounded in psychodynamic, relational, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Individuals to who feel I am a good fit for them are typically seeking deep + meaningful change. Many people I work with begin therapy to address symptoms of anxiety, depression, or to work through relationship issues (including narcissistic abuse, trauma related to intimate partner betrayal, and/or struggles with emotionally immature friends/family members). Patient care is my priority. Working together, you can expect treatment to be transformative + invaluable.