Therapists for Teens in West Islip, NY

Beginning therapy, especially for the first time, can feel like an intimidating task. I understand that firsthand. The hardest step is acknowledging you need extra support and there is no shame in that, only strength. No matter what the presenting issue(s) is, we can work together to unpack it and focus on what brought you here, what you need out of therapy and what your ultimate goal is. I view the mind and body as one and in order to best care for ourselves, we need to nurture and understand both. Often times, our environment or situations happening in our life can derail this and that's where therapy can provide a consistency.

Are you struggling to manage stress or anxiety? A life change or recent upset? Unresolved trauma? As a Licensed, Board Certified Art Therapist and Trauma Professional, I am here to help you navigate internal and external conflicts and teach you the skills needed to overcome big and small challenges.

As a Clinician with over 3 years of experience, I assist clients in the facilitation of behavioral change, encouragement in fostering healthy relationships, enhancing coping ability, and more. I believe that therapy is collaborative between myself and the client/family, as the journey in overcoming difficult challenges and situations is unique to each individual. I prioritize providing a supportive, safe and nonjudgmental environment where my clients feel listened to, understood, and accepted.

Hi, my name is Kathy Dor and I’m a psychotherapist who believes in an individual’s ability to transform their lives and manifest the success they wish to achieve. Whether it’s helping individuals improve their mental well-being , healing couple and family relationships, or addressing work-related issues, together we can explore any negative pathology & negative perceptions that you may have about yourself or the world that’s holding you back from being the best you can be. Through various, treatment approaches I will help guide you in building the knowledge, focus, and courage to overcome any obstacle with ease and grace.

I am a NYS licensed Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in treating clients with borderline personality disorder, depression and anxiety disorders. My research interests focus on adolescents exhibiting cutting behavior as well as mindfulness meditation. I have presented at local and state conferences and have conducted several clinical trainings related to anxiety, autism, and developmental disabilities at surrounding regional agencies.

I have been in the field since 2002 working with many people. I have experience with depression, self-esteem challenges, behavioral issues, issues within the relationship and family bond, and bipolar disorder. These are a only handful of the client's I have worked with. I have experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Asperger's ; however, I've worked with all types of Intellectually Capable individuals. I've also done a lot of work with parents both in the home and on the residential level. And I love working with couples. I have collaborated with veterans on many occasions and love working with them.

Dr. Oakes is a NYS licensed psychologist who specializes in issues particular to women such as infertility, child development, and postpartum depression. She works with children, adolescents, adults and families. In addition to individual and family therapy, Dr. Oakes provides assessments for the diagnosis of autism, learning disabilities, and emotional disorders. She also provides the required testing and reports for clients undergoing bariatric surgery.

SUNRISE COUNSELING CENTER (in 3 locations) has been serving our community for over 30 years. Now that the world has changed and we are all adjusting to a "new normal", people have now found our services to be an ESSENTIAL support, to discover peace and happiness once again! Don’t suffer alone! 2000 of your friends and neighbors are now getting help through our various services. In addition, during these difficult times, the staff at SUNRISE COUNSELING CENTER would like to “give back” to our community by offering free consultations about both our psychotherapy (talk therapy) and psychiatric (medication management) services.

I help people because I make it possible for them to bring their issues and concerns into the therapy session in order to resolve these problems in the treatment. Whatever we accomplish in this task carries over to the client's outside life and they become more successful. I am able to do this because of my many years of supervision with some of the top therapists in the New York area. I also train other therapists and I was cited as a supervisor of excellence by the California Psychological Association.

I believe in compassion, hope and spirituality as the driving forces in my practice. It is through these three elements that an individual finds their own truths and gains insight into their own lives. This is the essence of my practice along with learning tools to help one gain control over their issues rather than be controlled by them.

Everyone has the ability to lead a positive, healthy and productive life! However, we all can become sidetracked by the stressors we encounter each and every day. These stressors can lead us away from fulfilling our goals and following our dreams, sending us off course. Together we can begin to refocus and work toward moving down a path of achieving your own personal potential!

Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, offers a holistic team approach from an experienced and diverse group of clinical professionals, which include a clinical neuropsychologist, clinical psychologist, clinical social worker, clinical speech language pathologist, licensed mental health counselors, creative art therapists, and nutritionist. We provide our patients with an assessment, treatment, and therapeutic milieu from the initial diagnostic interview through decisive patient intervention and advocacy. Neuropsychologic Associates, PLLC, serves both adult and pediatric patients.

Women-specific mental health care is an often sought out and vastly underserved service. Being a mother, for example- wether you're a stay at home, working in the home or working outside of the home- poses unique challenges that many can relate to, but not many know how to navigate. The range of struggles in motherhood are as unique as mothers are- wether you're a seasoned mom struggling to find your identity again, to a new mom struggling with post partum- its a lot. Sometimes it can feel as if you're drowning. You deserve more.

You are not alone! Are you struggling in your day to day life? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression? I know first hand how difficult this can be and how you can overcome it. I'm here to hold a safe, non judgmental space for you, where your story will be heard. Using a person centered approach combined with cognitive behavioral therapy, I will teach you the coping skills to help change the problematic patterns we often create and get stuck in. If you are ready for a change but just need some help making it happen, reach out for help, I am here for you.

It is exhausting to constantly be at war with yourself. I know you are trying and you are seen. As a Mental Health Professional, I have made it my priority to provide a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment to help individuals overcome the everyday wars they face inside. Together we can find different ways to accomplish your goals, form meaningful connections, and help you and/or your child feel in control again.

I think one of the bravest things you can do is speak out loud, the things that scare and confuse you. Navigating anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma can be challenging when dealt with alone. In a non-judgmental but curious way let’s unpack emotions, challenge thinking patterns/behaviors, and learn to live authentically and not be in survival mode.

Do you feel stuck, despite being highly self-aware? Have you tried talk therapy before and it felt nice to vent, but it didn’t really create the transformation or deep healing and relief from anxiety you were looking for? I help millennial women like you by using a holistic approach to therapy. I combine EMDR therapy, art therapy, IFS therapy and somatic practices like nervous system regulation to heal at the root of your issues, discover what you want out of life, and create lasting changes. I also offer EMDR Intensives for those who want to heal NOW and don't want to spend months or even years in the traditional therapy model.

Do you struggle with every day stress, anxiety, or OCD? Do you experience episodes of depression or low self-esteem? Is it difficult to control your impulses? Could you benefit from assertiveness training? Are you struggling to make time to practice self-care? Are you looking to set goals and change your life, but don't know where to get started? If the answer is yes to any of these then I can help!

Often times we find ourselves stuck in negative, limiting thoughts which cause us to make poor decisions. By breaking negative beliefs, we can change the way we think, feel and live our lives, thus allowing love, prosperity, success and joy to flow. Reduce anxiety, stress, and self doubt and gain more confidence in your career and personal relationships and harness your greatest potential.