Therapists in West Islip, NY

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.

We are so glad you are here! Our therapists work from a person-centered approach to assist in finding a client's desire to break down 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 working together will be conversation based and using techniques and approaches that won’t make you feel like you are being put under a microscope. Our goal is to make you feel validated and heard. Our therapists assist 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.

My approach is person centered and psychodynamic. I use evidence-based therapeutic practices with a foundation in existential therapy. Together, we can uncover the "why," so you may live with any "how."

My clinical experience entails helping clients find inner healing, acceptance and empowerment to make sense of life‘s challenges so they can thrive in the present moment with meaning and purpose.

Hello! I am a Licensed Master Social Worker! My training includes a strength based approach when working with her clients. I have various experience working with adolescents, families, and adults. My therapy approach is providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction. I have had experience working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, and family issues.

Are you a non-traditional person looking for a non-traditional therapist? Maybe one that looks like you or that they can personally understand what you are going through, maybe that is me. I am a member of the Society for Sexual, Affectional, Intersex, and Gender Expansive Identities and am familiar with non-traditional lifestyles. I am kink, non-monogamy, LGBTQ+ friendly, and friendly to both traditional and non-traditional faiths and spiritualities. I specialize in working with relationships and families in particular relationship issues, life transitions, family conflict, and opening up previously monogamous relationships.

Hello! I'm Tara and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My primary focus is working with teens and adults, guiding them through their unique challenges with care and compassion. Specializing in treating anxiety and depression, I am dedicated to partnering with you to foster a deeper understanding of your experiences and promote meaningful, positive changes in your life. Note: I have availability for college students over the summer!

This is your first step! Every step matters! You may be feeling exhausted, confused, tired, hopeless, not sure what to do next. You may just be little off your road, and need some assistance to get back on. I'm here to support and guide you with honesty, compassion and non judgement. I want to help you through the difficult moments, the obstacles and the detours in the road that you may not be able to see the light. I believe with time, patience, work and compassion for yourself, together we can achieve your goals, get you to your light, provide a peace within and to know there is hope.

Let’s Talk Food & Mood. Often times we find ourselves in a constant state of overwhelm. Work, kids, relationships, finances, loss and bereavement are contributing factors. Would you consider yourself an emotional or stress eater? Science has proven that unhealthy food choices and erratic meal patterns create digestive issues which deplete the serotonin levels in the brain. This is a direct correlation to mood swings, anxiety, depression, brain fog, headaches and sadness. Consider contacting me for a free consultation today. It’s not about what you fill your plate with, it’s what you fill your mind with that will create change.

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.

Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. My approach in facilitating change, wellness, and personal growth includes using a humanistic lense in therapy. I believe that the client knows best what they are ready to do, and comes to therapy with the desire for change, as well as the skills necessary for personal growth - even if they are currently not accessible. In our work, we will identify your unique strengths and values, and collaborate on envisioning a life that’s meaningful and authentic to you while letting go of who you've been told that you’re supposed to be.

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.

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.

As a Clinician, with 17+ years' experience, I have an extensive background in working with children, adolescents, and families facing a range of stressors from mild relationship conflict to more intense mental health symptom management. My specialties include behavior modification and parent skills training to create long term change, strengthen relationships and foster motivation-based behavior compliance. At Behavioral Health Counseling our therapists provide evidenced-based, goal-oriented treatment to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Treatment and Behavior Plans are individualized to meet each patient’s need.

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.

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.

Whether it be life changes, relationship/family issues, anxiety/depression issues, or your everyday stress, we all can benefit from an open, non-judgmental environment for support. Everyone's experience in life is unique to them and their treatment should also be as unique. My experience in substance abuse, disease management, perinatal/post partum issues, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders provide me the ability to offer clients a wide variety of knowledge and therapeutic approaches.

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.