Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Whitestone, NY
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, depression, mood disorders, and relationship issues.
A course of treatment must feel absolutely right for the client to experience success. I feature a collaborative model in order to obtain optimal results. With more than 25 years of experience, my approach to therapy focuses on an individual's issues as well as their strengths in order to maximize both potential and growth. During the course of my career I have had the opportunity to study and to put into practice many different therapeutic techniques. As I continue to practice, I utilize these techniques to best target specific issues for individual personalities.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, OCD, depression, mood disorders, and relationship issues.
A course of treatment must feel absolutely right for the client to experience success. I feature a collaborative model in order to obtain optimal results. With more than 25 years of experience, my approach to therapy focuses on an individual's issues as well as their strengths in order to maximize both potential and growth. During the course of my career I have had the opportunity to study and to put into practice many different therapeutic techniques. As I continue to practice, I utilize these techniques to best target specific issues for individual personalities.
Jacqueline Valencia Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW-R, CAP
Verified Verified
Whitestone, NY 11357
Awareness precedes change every time! As a trained couples and family therapist, I facilitate holistic and natural dialogue to adjust faulty communication patterns that have taken shape in your world over time and, perhaps, simply do not work anymore. In our process together, we will enhance your awareness in life to decrease anxiety and increase your ability to make the organic, positive change you crave individually or as a family. I will help you break free from the use of unhealthy dependency habits that have led to you're feeling joyless. We will journey together, in empowering yourself and developing healthier connections.
Awareness precedes change every time! As a trained couples and family therapist, I facilitate holistic and natural dialogue to adjust faulty communication patterns that have taken shape in your world over time and, perhaps, simply do not work anymore. In our process together, we will enhance your awareness in life to decrease anxiety and increase your ability to make the organic, positive change you crave individually or as a family. I will help you break free from the use of unhealthy dependency habits that have led to you're feeling joyless. We will journey together, in empowering yourself and developing healthier connections.
We are living in uncertain times. It’s ok to not be ok. It’s ok to need extra emotional support right now. You may find yourself having difficulty managing anxiety & stress worrying about things out of your control. You may be feeling lonely, depressed & isolated. You may be having a hard time parenting your child who struggles emotionally, socially, academically. Your young adult may be struggling with finding their way towards independence. Your child may be exhibiting atypical behaviors or expressing worries & concerns that you don’t know how to answer. Psychotherapy can offer the guidance & support you seek.
We are living in uncertain times. It’s ok to not be ok. It’s ok to need extra emotional support right now. You may find yourself having difficulty managing anxiety & stress worrying about things out of your control. You may be feeling lonely, depressed & isolated. You may be having a hard time parenting your child who struggles emotionally, socially, academically. Your young adult may be struggling with finding their way towards independence. Your child may be exhibiting atypical behaviors or expressing worries & concerns that you don’t know how to answer. Psychotherapy can offer the guidance & support you seek.
As a psychotherapist, I provide individuals with a safe space where they will be carefully listened to and understood. Specializing in psychodynamics, I provide my patients with a warm therapeutic relationship where we will explore past experiences that may be related to current emotional distress in several life areas (relationships, family, career, parenting, eating issues/body image, health and self esteem). We will explore your presenting symptoms not as a "disease" or a "problem" but rather an insight into understanding the self and your needs in a more compassionate way. I also offer supervision to mental health professionals.
As a psychotherapist, I provide individuals with a safe space where they will be carefully listened to and understood. Specializing in psychodynamics, I provide my patients with a warm therapeutic relationship where we will explore past experiences that may be related to current emotional distress in several life areas (relationships, family, career, parenting, eating issues/body image, health and self esteem). We will explore your presenting symptoms not as a "disease" or a "problem" but rather an insight into understanding the self and your needs in a more compassionate way. I also offer supervision to mental health professionals.
We have seasons in our lives that are filled with stress, anxiety, sadness, guilt, disappointment, grief, and even hopelessness. It can be overwhelming, getting stuck in a place where we cannot see a way forward, unable to change unwanted and repeated behaviors, where no one seems to understand or able to help, feeling frustrated, unmotivated, discouraged, alone, and even ashamed. Or you may be going through transitions, significant changes in work, family, relationships, and are understandably overwhelmed with uncertainty and feelings of loss. If this has been your experience, there is help to walk towards healing and renewal.
We have seasons in our lives that are filled with stress, anxiety, sadness, guilt, disappointment, grief, and even hopelessness. It can be overwhelming, getting stuck in a place where we cannot see a way forward, unable to change unwanted and repeated behaviors, where no one seems to understand or able to help, feeling frustrated, unmotivated, discouraged, alone, and even ashamed. Or you may be going through transitions, significant changes in work, family, relationships, and are understandably overwhelmed with uncertainty and feelings of loss. If this has been your experience, there is help to walk towards healing and renewal.
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum & Dr. Joel Stukalin caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, they specialize in critical services: Short-Term Marital, Premarital & Couples Counseling; Short Term & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Personal Growth & Success. Clients' often enjoy the quality of life enhancements from their counseling. Also available are consultations for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum & Dr. Joel Stukalin caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 70 years of psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, they specialize in critical services: Short-Term Marital, Premarital & Couples Counseling; Short Term & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Personal Growth & Success. Clients' often enjoy the quality of life enhancements from their counseling. Also available are consultations for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin or visit us @ www.coupleguidance.com or www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Queens Counseling Center-Specialists with Couples
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD, FAACP, ABPP, PsyANL
Verified Verified
Whitestone, NY 11357
Dr. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 7O years of combined psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in a variety of services: Short-Term Marriage, Premarriage & Couples Counseling; Brief & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Counseling often enhances our clients' life quality on an individual, couple & family basis. Also available are consultatons for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @: www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
Dr. Joel Stukalin & Sara Mandelbaum caringly provide exceptional COUPLES COUNSELING & INDIVIDUAL PSYCHOTHERAPY for your emotional health & vitality. With 7O years of combined psychological experience helping thousands of grateful clients, Drs. Stukalin & Mandelbaum specialize in a variety of services: Short-Term Marriage, Premarriage & Couples Counseling; Brief & Insight Individual Psychotherapy; Psychological Consultation; & Life Coaching for Success. Counseling often enhances our clients' life quality on an individual, couple & family basis. Also available are consultatons for youngsters who manifest anxiety, depression, frustration, relational & school conflicts. Please call 718-544-6400 for Dr. Stukalin & 718-544-9198 for Dr. Mandelbaum or visit us @: www.boardcertifiedpsychologist.com
My commitment is to help people heal and maximize their potential to lead the happy and successful lives they are capable of having. Through a caring and confidential relationship, relaxed setting we can talk together to assist you with your concerns. I have years of clinical experience and educational expertise in psychotherapy and counseling to help you resolve your problems and cope with biologically based conditions. My skill in helping clients of various ages, backgrounds and issues is here for you. Feel at ease to give me a call to discuss your personal needs.
My commitment is to help people heal and maximize their potential to lead the happy and successful lives they are capable of having. Through a caring and confidential relationship, relaxed setting we can talk together to assist you with your concerns. I have years of clinical experience and educational expertise in psychotherapy and counseling to help you resolve your problems and cope with biologically based conditions. My skill in helping clients of various ages, backgrounds and issues is here for you. Feel at ease to give me a call to discuss your personal needs.
Integral Mental Health Counseling
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Whitestone, NY 11357
We are a private psychotherapy practice in Corona, Queens. We have extensive experience successfully assessing, counseling and supporting varying client populations in multiple settings, We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety to name a few. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems, response prevention and more.
We are a private psychotherapy practice in Corona, Queens. We have extensive experience successfully assessing, counseling and supporting varying client populations in multiple settings, We have multiple bilingual specialized professionals for your service and care. We specialize in all types of psychological disorders, ADHD, ADD, ODD, Depression, Anxiety to name a few. We provide parenting classes, marriage counseling, psychotherapy for adolescents, group family therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, play therapy for children, students with academic and behavioral problems, response prevention and more.
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Lisa Ho
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11355 (Online Only)
The parts of ourselves that we struggle with are sometimes our greatest assets. Therapy can be a place to better realize our strengths and identify where long-term patterns of narratives and behaviors are no longer serving us. I am passionate about working with LGBTQ and POC on topics such as: gender/sexual identity, anxiety, depression, OCD, acculturation, multiracial identity, social skills, and relationships. Oftentimes religion and spirituality come up in my work. My therapeutic approach incorporates both systemic and relational pieces. We do not exist in a vacuum. All of our experiences shape the person we are today.
The parts of ourselves that we struggle with are sometimes our greatest assets. Therapy can be a place to better realize our strengths and identify where long-term patterns of narratives and behaviors are no longer serving us. I am passionate about working with LGBTQ and POC on topics such as: gender/sexual identity, anxiety, depression, OCD, acculturation, multiracial identity, social skills, and relationships. Oftentimes religion and spirituality come up in my work. My therapeutic approach incorporates both systemic and relational pieces. We do not exist in a vacuum. All of our experiences shape the person we are today.
I have specific expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, and self-harming behaviors.
I am passionate about helping others gain self-awareness and learn skills to overcome life's challenges. My approach to therapy is led by the belief that meaningful and long-lasting change is best achieved within a safe and trusting healing space. I strive to create an inviting and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself and your experiences. My role as a psychologist is to support you in better understanding your concerns, while empowering you to reach your personal goals and live a fulfilling life.
I have specific expertise in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, and self-harming behaviors.
I am passionate about helping others gain self-awareness and learn skills to overcome life's challenges. My approach to therapy is led by the belief that meaningful and long-lasting change is best achieved within a safe and trusting healing space. I strive to create an inviting and nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can safely explore all aspects of yourself and your experiences. My role as a psychologist is to support you in better understanding your concerns, while empowering you to reach your personal goals and live a fulfilling life.
I use energy psychology to help people resolve the problems related to insomnia, low energy, phobia, OCD, PTSD, ADHD. As for the bad mood resulted from physical disorders, I use special energy power from Chinese Qi Gong, Kung Fu, and Zen meditation to help people recover mind-body well-being.
I use energy psychology to help people resolve the problems related to insomnia, low energy, phobia, OCD, PTSD, ADHD. As for the bad mood resulted from physical disorders, I use special energy power from Chinese Qi Gong, Kung Fu, and Zen meditation to help people recover mind-body well-being.
Queens Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Psychology llc
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Flushing, NY 11354
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has a proven track record of success treating problems such as depression, social anxiety, phobia(s), OCD, eating disorders, panic attacks and others, and the skills you gain through CBT are long lasting and life changing.
If you are feeling uncomfortable in an aspect of your life, I deliver psychological services for individuals affected by depression, anxiety, chronic mental illness and other conditions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has a proven track record of success treating problems such as depression, social anxiety, phobia(s), OCD, eating disorders, panic attacks and others, and the skills you gain through CBT are long lasting and life changing.
If you are feeling uncomfortable in an aspect of your life, I deliver psychological services for individuals affected by depression, anxiety, chronic mental illness and other conditions.
My specialties include depression, anxiety, ocd, family conflict and relationship issues as well as grief, loss and trauma.
Hi. My name is David Goldberg, LCSW. I have 18 years of experience working with patients in an outpatient psychiatry setting as well as school health. I have worked with individuals who have chronic mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, adhd, bipolar disorder, psychosis, personality disorders as well as co occurring disorders. I am passionate about helping others make changes and improve their lives through support and guidance. I provide a safe therapeutic environment for my patients where they can feel comfortable expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings without being judged.
My specialties include depression, anxiety, ocd, family conflict and relationship issues as well as grief, loss and trauma.
Hi. My name is David Goldberg, LCSW. I have 18 years of experience working with patients in an outpatient psychiatry setting as well as school health. I have worked with individuals who have chronic mental health issues including depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, adhd, bipolar disorder, psychosis, personality disorders as well as co occurring disorders. I am passionate about helping others make changes and improve their lives through support and guidance. I provide a safe therapeutic environment for my patients where they can feel comfortable expressing their innermost thoughts and feelings without being judged.
Kristina Aran, LMHC is the Founder of Evolve Integrative Psychotherapy in NYS. Her specialties include working with adults, teens, couples and families to treat symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), trauma, relationship issues, communication difficulties, and ADHD. By creating a warm, trusting and welcoming environment, Kristina is dedicated to providing a space for her clients to build and improve their self-esteem, correct emotional regulation difficulties, and promote better self-awareness.
Kristina Aran, LMHC is the Founder of Evolve Integrative Psychotherapy in NYS. Her specialties include working with adults, teens, couples and families to treat symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), trauma, relationship issues, communication difficulties, and ADHD. By creating a warm, trusting and welcoming environment, Kristina is dedicated to providing a space for her clients to build and improve their self-esteem, correct emotional regulation difficulties, and promote better self-awareness.
I place a strong importance on you feeling safe, heard, and understood in the therapeutic relationship. Each intervention is designed to the unique needs of the client enhancing personal choice, inner strengths, and self empowerment.
I place a strong importance on you feeling safe, heard, and understood in the therapeutic relationship. Each intervention is designed to the unique needs of the client enhancing personal choice, inner strengths, and self empowerment.
Over my years of clinical practice I have worked with clients suffering from Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD, interpersonal, family and job and school related difficulties. Ideally, clients benefit most when we explore the issues to be worked on and when the client is flexible in allowing me to tailor treatment modalities to specific needs. At times we engage in psychodynamic psychotherapy and at times we implement cognitive behavioral interventions to make positive changes in the client's perspective, behaviors and relationships.
Over my years of clinical practice I have worked with clients suffering from Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, ADHD, interpersonal, family and job and school related difficulties. Ideally, clients benefit most when we explore the issues to be worked on and when the client is flexible in allowing me to tailor treatment modalities to specific needs. At times we engage in psychodynamic psychotherapy and at times we implement cognitive behavioral interventions to make positive changes in the client's perspective, behaviors and relationships.
Thank you for reaching out. My name is Jonathan Le. I am a licensed mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral counselor and I believe that a non-judgmental and empathetic relationship is the utmost importance of meeting the goals of the client. I believe that counseling is a safe space where it is okay to be authentic and it is okay to be vulnerable too. With therapy we can work on ways to empower, on ways to cope with negative moods and negative behaviors, change faulty thinking and to change lifelong beliefs about one's self. Regardless of situation and behaviors, I believe we can work on ways for you to get back to wellness.
Thank you for reaching out. My name is Jonathan Le. I am a licensed mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral counselor and I believe that a non-judgmental and empathetic relationship is the utmost importance of meeting the goals of the client. I believe that counseling is a safe space where it is okay to be authentic and it is okay to be vulnerable too. With therapy we can work on ways to empower, on ways to cope with negative moods and negative behaviors, change faulty thinking and to change lifelong beliefs about one's self. Regardless of situation and behaviors, I believe we can work on ways for you to get back to wellness.
Xing Liu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11355 (Online Only)
I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, regardless of their background or circumstances. Whether you are struggling with excessive worry or negative thoughts, overwhelmed by schoolwork as a student, supporting a family member with autism or developmental disability, or facing challenges as a member of a marginalized group in society, it is common to feel hopeless and worthless at times. However, you do not have to give in to these feelings. Together, we will overcome obstacles by empowering you, developing strategies for managing negative feelings, improving your self-identity, and gaining a deeper understanding of yourself.
I believe that everyone deserves to be heard, regardless of their background or circumstances. Whether you are struggling with excessive worry or negative thoughts, overwhelmed by schoolwork as a student, supporting a family member with autism or developmental disability, or facing challenges as a member of a marginalized group in society, it is common to feel hopeless and worthless at times. However, you do not have to give in to these feelings. Together, we will overcome obstacles by empowering you, developing strategies for managing negative feelings, improving your self-identity, and gaining a deeper understanding of yourself.
Bernie Michael Glintz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, FAPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flushing, NY 11374
"Change" is an inevitable part of life! Although it can result in new and exciting opportunities unfortunately, it can often create painful and unmanageable symptoms when we consider the "losses", transition and possible grief associated with it. Loss of relationships, marriage, family, loved ones, jobs, health, confidence, etc., can easily translate into anxiety, depression, confusion and doubt. As an empathetic, versatile and understanding therapist for over 30 years, I have been instrumental in changing individual and couples lives and futures by providing coping tools, strategies, and promoting resiliency with supportive and empowering approaches that the navigation of these challenges require.
"Change" is an inevitable part of life! Although it can result in new and exciting opportunities unfortunately, it can often create painful and unmanageable symptoms when we consider the "losses", transition and possible grief associated with it. Loss of relationships, marriage, family, loved ones, jobs, health, confidence, etc., can easily translate into anxiety, depression, confusion and doubt. As an empathetic, versatile and understanding therapist for over 30 years, I have been instrumental in changing individual and couples lives and futures by providing coping tools, strategies, and promoting resiliency with supportive and empowering approaches that the navigation of these challenges require.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.