Female Therapists in West Nyack, NY
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If you landed here it's probably because you have finally made the decision to seek help. Making that decision is often a very difficult one so good for you. You have taken the first step in your healing journey and I am here to walk beside you. My approach to therapy is person centered and genuine. I will be there to listen and support you when you need it but also challenge you to make the changes you want to see for yourself. If you are looking for a therapist who is real, you have come to the right place. Give me a call and let's start your journey together.
If you landed here it's probably because you have finally made the decision to seek help. Making that decision is often a very difficult one so good for you. You have taken the first step in your healing journey and I am here to walk beside you. My approach to therapy is person centered and genuine. I will be there to listen and support you when you need it but also challenge you to make the changes you want to see for yourself. If you are looking for a therapist who is real, you have come to the right place. Give me a call and let's start your journey together.
Jenn Kreider is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with four years of experience. She has a Masters of Social Work from Ramapo College. Jenn believes in holistic healing that takes into consideration the whole person: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. She feels that therapy is a pathway for growth and healing and an opportunity for the client to explore their own thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. In her spare time, Jenn enjoys anything outdoors, like hiking, going to the beach, and skiing.
Jenn Kreider is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with four years of experience. She has a Masters of Social Work from Ramapo College. Jenn believes in holistic healing that takes into consideration the whole person: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. She feels that therapy is a pathway for growth and healing and an opportunity for the client to explore their own thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. In her spare time, Jenn enjoys anything outdoors, like hiking, going to the beach, and skiing.
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Luisa Spadafino has been a practicing Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2016. She received two Masters Degrees from Rutgers University and Mercy College, and has a particular focus of addressing various forms of trauma. This includes domestic violence, sexual assault/childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking, hate crimes, and other forms of trauma. Luisa is a systemic therapist with training in EMDR to address symptomology as well as DBT and CBT interventions.
Luisa Spadafino has been a practicing Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist since 2016. She received two Masters Degrees from Rutgers University and Mercy College, and has a particular focus of addressing various forms of trauma. This includes domestic violence, sexual assault/childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking, hate crimes, and other forms of trauma. Luisa is a systemic therapist with training in EMDR to address symptomology as well as DBT and CBT interventions.
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FenJu Tai is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 1989. Ms. Tai earned her B.A. degree in Social Work from National Taiwan University, her MSW from Columbia University School of Social Work, and her Certification in Family Therapy from Family Institute of Westchester where she studied with Ms. Betty Carter. In her practice, Ms. Tai utilizes an integrative model that is tailored to the individual client’s unique needs. Beyond the general mental health concerns in all life stages, Ms.
FenJu Tai is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 1989. Ms. Tai earned her B.A. degree in Social Work from National Taiwan University, her MSW from Columbia University School of Social Work, and her Certification in Family Therapy from Family Institute of Westchester where she studied with Ms. Betty Carter. In her practice, Ms. Tai utilizes an integrative model that is tailored to the individual client’s unique needs. Beyond the general mental health concerns in all life stages, Ms.
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Barbara Ellman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in both New York and New Jersey. She achieved her degree at New York University, and has extensive experience working with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, eating disorders, LGBTQ+, life crisis, self-esteem, marital issues, and interpersonal communication. Ms. Ellman utilizes various evidence based approached, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy to create a helping process that best fits the client and presenting issues.
Barbara Ellman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in both New York and New Jersey. She achieved her degree at New York University, and has extensive experience working with anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, eating disorders, LGBTQ+, life crisis, self-esteem, marital issues, and interpersonal communication. Ms. Ellman utilizes various evidence based approached, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy to create a helping process that best fits the client and presenting issues.
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Lauren Mongiori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2017. Lauren's goal is providing individuals a sense of safety in healing through offering a space to grow and to understand the impact of life experiences She is passionate in promoting self-care through self-understanding and supporting individuals in developing healthier coping strategies to manage past and current life stressors. She believes highlighting one's strengths through adversities is valuable in healing.
Lauren Mongiori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2017. Lauren's goal is providing individuals a sense of safety in healing through offering a space to grow and to understand the impact of life experiences She is passionate in promoting self-care through self-understanding and supporting individuals in developing healthier coping strategies to manage past and current life stressors. She believes highlighting one's strengths through adversities is valuable in healing.
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Regina Kreppel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated from the NYU Silver School of Social Work. Regina offers a strengths-based approach and evidenced based models. In her free time, Regina enjoys hiking, the beach, traveling, road trips, and makeup.
Regina Kreppel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2011. She graduated from the NYU Silver School of Social Work. Regina offers a strengths-based approach and evidenced based models. In her free time, Regina enjoys hiking, the beach, traveling, road trips, and makeup.
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Agnes M. Gambale, LCSW Agnes M. Gambale is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 1991. Agnes has worked in both the inpatient and outpatient setting over the course of her career both as a clinician and an Administrator. She helps individuals restore their vitality and resume a life of meaning and purpose. Depression, anxiety, trauma, hyperactivity, and stress are just some of the many issues that are part of one's complicated life that can lead to dysfunction and suffering.
Agnes M. Gambale, LCSW Agnes M. Gambale is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 1991. Agnes has worked in both the inpatient and outpatient setting over the course of her career both as a clinician and an Administrator. She helps individuals restore their vitality and resume a life of meaning and purpose. Depression, anxiety, trauma, hyperactivity, and stress are just some of the many issues that are part of one's complicated life that can lead to dysfunction and suffering.
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Sevan Kaprielian is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2021. She received her training at the State University of New York at Albany. Sevan is experienced in providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group modalities. She has provided services to clients with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and a variety of behavioral issues. She typically utilizes cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques but will also adaptively tailor her approach to meet each client's needs.
Sevan Kaprielian is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2021. She received her training at the State University of New York at Albany. Sevan is experienced in providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group modalities. She has provided services to clients with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, and a variety of behavioral issues. She typically utilizes cognitive behavioral (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques but will also adaptively tailor her approach to meet each client's needs.
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Ahxia Stanton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. Ahxia provides holistic psychotherapy with a focus on BIPOC/ WOC, Couples, and young adults. Her experience entails providing direct counseling to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and self-image. Ahxia also works with couples dealing with infidelity, newlyweds, premarital and other attachment issues that may strain a relationship.
Ahxia Stanton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2021. She received her Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz. Ahxia provides holistic psychotherapy with a focus on BIPOC/ WOC, Couples, and young adults. Her experience entails providing direct counseling to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and self-image. Ahxia also works with couples dealing with infidelity, newlyweds, premarital and other attachment issues that may strain a relationship.
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Bonnie LaBar is a Licensed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in New York who has been practicing since 2016. She earned her Master's of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Long Island University, Hudson, and her Bachelor's of Social Work at Ramapo College, in New Jersey. Bonnie can assist a client with her clinical skills, her empathic, person-centered approach, meeting each unique individual need, as well as meeting individuals where they are at on their journey, to accomplish their goals. She is comfortable working with any age group on their journey. Bonnie will support you through this process of change and growth.
Bonnie LaBar is a Licensed Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in New York who has been practicing since 2016. She earned her Master's of Science Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Long Island University, Hudson, and her Bachelor's of Social Work at Ramapo College, in New Jersey. Bonnie can assist a client with her clinical skills, her empathic, person-centered approach, meeting each unique individual need, as well as meeting individuals where they are at on their journey, to accomplish their goals. She is comfortable working with any age group on their journey. Bonnie will support you through this process of change and growth.
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Réka Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Nyack, NY 10994
Welcome to Rèka Foster therapy. Whether you are trying to find solution for severe marital impasse, family conflict or dealing with anxiety, depression, psychotherapy is a great tool to address, change and discover new ways to live your life at your full potential. Rèka specializes and has excessive experience in group therapy, family, couples systemic psychotherapy and intervention as well as PTSD, trauma, complex trauma treatment, reduction of anxiety and depression.
Welcome to Rèka Foster therapy. Whether you are trying to find solution for severe marital impasse, family conflict or dealing with anxiety, depression, psychotherapy is a great tool to address, change and discover new ways to live your life at your full potential. Rèka specializes and has excessive experience in group therapy, family, couples systemic psychotherapy and intervention as well as PTSD, trauma, complex trauma treatment, reduction of anxiety and depression.
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Ileana LaGrutta
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Nyack, NY 10994
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming provider. Additionally, I primarily treat individuals with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, & trauma. Do you find yourself struggling with overthinking? Is it hard for you to get out of bed in the morning? Perhaps you're having difficulty navigating & having fulfilling relationships in your life. Maybe you've been through traumatic experiences in relationships. If so, I can help. I use a collaborative approach with clients. You are the expert on your own life and I will work with you to determine relevant goals - keeping in mind that just as life is ever-changing, your goals in counseling may shift.
I am an LGBTQ+ affirming provider. Additionally, I primarily treat individuals with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, & trauma. Do you find yourself struggling with overthinking? Is it hard for you to get out of bed in the morning? Perhaps you're having difficulty navigating & having fulfilling relationships in your life. Maybe you've been through traumatic experiences in relationships. If so, I can help. I use a collaborative approach with clients. You are the expert on your own life and I will work with you to determine relevant goals - keeping in mind that just as life is ever-changing, your goals in counseling may shift.
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All people struggle. All people have unique experiences and make choices. All people experience pain, fear, and loss. All people deserve safety and loving kindness. All people are capable of growth and learning. All people have inherent goodness. Emily D'Auria believes strongly that the universality of human experience shows us we all have more in common than not. In periods of suffering and struggle, individuals may feel alone and unreachable. By fostering therapeutic connection rooted in warmth and safety, Emily works to facilitate an individual's ability to come back to their true selves.
All people struggle. All people have unique experiences and make choices. All people experience pain, fear, and loss. All people deserve safety and loving kindness. All people are capable of growth and learning. All people have inherent goodness. Emily D'Auria believes strongly that the universality of human experience shows us we all have more in common than not. In periods of suffering and struggle, individuals may feel alone and unreachable. By fostering therapeutic connection rooted in warmth and safety, Emily works to facilitate an individual's ability to come back to their true selves.
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Migdalia Valdes Interpersonal And Phase Of Life Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFA, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Nyack, NY 10994
If you have come to Psychology Today, you've probably made the decision to seek or research assistance, help; congratulations. My approach to therapy includes listening with active engagement, mindfulness and an insight oriented focus. Together, we create an honest space to talk, one centered directly around you, your experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Therapy takes courage, commitment, and time. I am here to work with you, hear what you have to say, helping you to understand and heal so you can continue your journey through life on your own terms.
If you have come to Psychology Today, you've probably made the decision to seek or research assistance, help; congratulations. My approach to therapy includes listening with active engagement, mindfulness and an insight oriented focus. Together, we create an honest space to talk, one centered directly around you, your experiences, thoughts, and feelings. Therapy takes courage, commitment, and time. I am here to work with you, hear what you have to say, helping you to understand and heal so you can continue your journey through life on your own terms.
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Lisa Soicher is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who understands that the process of finding the right therapist can be daunting. Lisa creates a warm, open and non-judgmental environment for all of her clients to feel heard and validated during the process of discovering their authentic selves. In a world that is constantly moving and distracted, Lisa provides a calming space where her clients receive the direct care and attention they deserve to help reach their goals. Lisa treats clients between the ages of 18-60, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, Alcohol and Drug Use, and Women's Issues.
Lisa Soicher is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who understands that the process of finding the right therapist can be daunting. Lisa creates a warm, open and non-judgmental environment for all of her clients to feel heard and validated during the process of discovering their authentic selves. In a world that is constantly moving and distracted, Lisa provides a calming space where her clients receive the direct care and attention they deserve to help reach their goals. Lisa treats clients between the ages of 18-60, specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, Alcohol and Drug Use, and Women's Issues.
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Jill Torrente
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Nyack, NY 10994 (Online Only)
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and you need help to gain perspective. We often find ways to manage daily worries but there can be times when we need a little help. It is very normal not to want to confide in friends and family but it is isolating to keep it all inside. Whether or not you have trusted support or can identify the source of your distress, the process of therapy can help you learn about what you are feeling, why you might be feeling it, and develop skills to help you cope. Together, we can work to help you trust and understand yourself and ultimately remove the obstacles standing in the way of your inner peace.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and you need help to gain perspective. We often find ways to manage daily worries but there can be times when we need a little help. It is very normal not to want to confide in friends and family but it is isolating to keep it all inside. Whether or not you have trusted support or can identify the source of your distress, the process of therapy can help you learn about what you are feeling, why you might be feeling it, and develop skills to help you cope. Together, we can work to help you trust and understand yourself and ultimately remove the obstacles standing in the way of your inner peace.
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Brianna Morrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Nyack, NY 10994
Each of us exists in the world with a complexity and story exclusively our own. Through an eclectic, client-centered approach to therapy, I offer you the opportunity to explore the parts of your story unique to your identity, develop and nurture self-compassion, and integrate those parts into the fullness of your human experience. At the heart of my work, I strive to create an empathic and safe environment that fully allows you to show up with vulnerability and honesty as your authentic self.
Each of us exists in the world with a complexity and story exclusively our own. Through an eclectic, client-centered approach to therapy, I offer you the opportunity to explore the parts of your story unique to your identity, develop and nurture self-compassion, and integrate those parts into the fullness of your human experience. At the heart of my work, I strive to create an empathic and safe environment that fully allows you to show up with vulnerability and honesty as your authentic self.
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Shalimar Hoeg is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Bachelor Degree in Sociology and Women Studies and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. Shalimar specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Crisis Intervention. By identifying emotional triggers, she tailors her approach specifically to the individual needs of each client. She strives to not only help clients cope, but effectively position them to thrive in recovery.
Shalimar Hoeg is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Bachelor Degree in Sociology and Women Studies and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling. Shalimar specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, and Crisis Intervention. By identifying emotional triggers, she tailors her approach specifically to the individual needs of each client. She strives to not only help clients cope, but effectively position them to thrive in recovery.
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What is self-esteem? How do we have it or create it? Why do some seem to have it more than others do? I can help you find answers to such questions and much more. I offer my clients a safe and inviting space to explore themselves on a deep, emotional level and uncover things about themselves they did not realize were there.
What is self-esteem? How do we have it or create it? Why do some seem to have it more than others do? I can help you find answers to such questions and much more. I offer my clients a safe and inviting space to explore themselves on a deep, emotional level and uncover things about themselves they did not realize were there.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.