Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Williston Park, NY

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Maureen Buckley-Fox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596
Additionally, I am a Certified Therapist in EMDR, a protocol that facilitates the healing of stress and trauma.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples across the life cycle: young adults dealing with anxiety, self-esteem issues or relationship stress in these uncertain times; couples long married and looking to enhance their relationship; and 'baby boomers' facing their own transitions while being 'sandwiched' between the needs of adult children and aging parents. I believe in our capacity for personal growth individually and in our closest relationships throughout life. In a safe, confidential environment you are invited to engage in the empowering process of therapy. My therapeutic style is warm, empathic and interactive.
Additionally, I am a Certified Therapist in EMDR, a protocol that facilitates the healing of stress and trauma.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples across the life cycle: young adults dealing with anxiety, self-esteem issues or relationship stress in these uncertain times; couples long married and looking to enhance their relationship; and 'baby boomers' facing their own transitions while being 'sandwiched' between the needs of adult children and aging parents. I believe in our capacity for personal growth individually and in our closest relationships throughout life. In a safe, confidential environment you are invited to engage in the empowering process of therapy. My therapeutic style is warm, empathic and interactive.
(516) 704-9392 View (516) 704-9392
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Selin Varughese
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williston Park, NY 11596  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I bring a wealth of experience and empathy to my practice. I have worked extensively with individuals across various life stages. From children navigating the complexities of growing up to young adults facing the challenges of adulthood, I've been privileged to walk alongside my clients. I offer a compassionate and nonjudgmental space to explore your challenges, whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues.
As a therapist, I bring a wealth of experience and empathy to my practice. I have worked extensively with individuals across various life stages. From children navigating the complexities of growing up to young adults facing the challenges of adulthood, I've been privileged to walk alongside my clients. I offer a compassionate and nonjudgmental space to explore your challenges, whether it's anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship issues.
(516) 614-6847 View (516) 614-6847
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Craig LoPresti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596  (Online Only)
Let's be honest, things have been stressful lately! And even though you know everyone is going through it, it doesn't bring you much comfort and you may even feel like you are alone with this. You may have already had a lot going on before things changed and now you have that and this compounded together. The weight of it all can get pretty heavy at times and you are trying to be the best you can with everyone around you. You put on your best straight-face and a smile but worry that you're one moment away from losing it. Imagine how great it will feel to let all that go and feel more in control and confident!
Let's be honest, things have been stressful lately! And even though you know everyone is going through it, it doesn't bring you much comfort and you may even feel like you are alone with this. You may have already had a lot going on before things changed and now you have that and this compounded together. The weight of it all can get pretty heavy at times and you are trying to be the best you can with everyone around you. You put on your best straight-face and a smile but worry that you're one moment away from losing it. Imagine how great it will feel to let all that go and feel more in control and confident!
(516) 774-1327 View (516) 774-1327
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Jennings Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596
Insightful. Experienced. Knowledgeable. Reflective. The search for the right counselor can be a daunting task. When you've found the right professional, you'll know from the feelings of comfort, warmth, and welcome that envelope you. I believe we are all puppets on a string, living this life to learn better ways to love and treat each other with kindness, respect and compassion. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and I do believe it all works out in the end, however, it is impossible to do it alone. Together, we can build sessions that inspire, and encourage.
Insightful. Experienced. Knowledgeable. Reflective. The search for the right counselor can be a daunting task. When you've found the right professional, you'll know from the feelings of comfort, warmth, and welcome that envelope you. I believe we are all puppets on a string, living this life to learn better ways to love and treat each other with kindness, respect and compassion. There is light at the end of the tunnel, and I do believe it all works out in the end, however, it is impossible to do it alone. Together, we can build sessions that inspire, and encourage.
(516) 252-0441 View (516) 252-0441
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Marie Mistretta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596
I believe that we all have inner strengths which can be used to achieve personal goals. My focus as a therapist is to establish a trusting, empathic, connection with clients through which they feel listened to, respected and understood. Together we explore patterns, thoughts, feelings, behaviors which interfere with growth and change. Within a safe, confidential,interactive environment, inner capabilities are released and more effective options discovered.
I believe that we all have inner strengths which can be used to achieve personal goals. My focus as a therapist is to establish a trusting, empathic, connection with clients through which they feel listened to, respected and understood. Together we explore patterns, thoughts, feelings, behaviors which interfere with growth and change. Within a safe, confidential,interactive environment, inner capabilities are released and more effective options discovered.
(516) 210-4606 View (516) 210-4606
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Naomi Kagan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, PD, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596
My work is centered around relationships, I see it as a basic instrument for having a successful, meaningful and functioning life. I deal with all kinds of relationships between couples, between parents and children, between people at work and friends. Good communication is fundamental in achieving good relationships. I teach effective communication with empathy and positive regard. Caring about others starts with caring about one's self. I help my clients to build up their self and thus to improve their self esteem.
My work is centered around relationships, I see it as a basic instrument for having a successful, meaningful and functioning life. I deal with all kinds of relationships between couples, between parents and children, between people at work and friends. Good communication is fundamental in achieving good relationships. I teach effective communication with empathy and positive regard. Caring about others starts with caring about one's self. I help my clients to build up their self and thus to improve their self esteem.
(516) 543-3861 View (516) 543-3861
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Linda Rose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596
Are you unhappy with your life or in your relationships? Would you like to make improvements in your mood, self esteem or sexual life? I am a seasoned therapist who has worked successfully with individuals, groups, and couples. In addition to helping people with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem and empowerment, I have recently been specializing in relationship and sex therapy. I use various modalities and work to develop a relationship with my clients to help them make changes they desire in their lives. I work with clients to build a trusting relationship wherin the theraputic work can develop.
Are you unhappy with your life or in your relationships? Would you like to make improvements in your mood, self esteem or sexual life? I am a seasoned therapist who has worked successfully with individuals, groups, and couples. In addition to helping people with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem and empowerment, I have recently been specializing in relationship and sex therapy. I use various modalities and work to develop a relationship with my clients to help them make changes they desire in their lives. I work with clients to build a trusting relationship wherin the theraputic work can develop.
(516) 240-5834 View (516) 240-5834
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Dina Derilas
LMHC
Verified Verified
Williston Park, NY 11596  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor and a certified school counselor with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults using an evidence-based approach. Areas of expertise include anxiety and mood disorders, chronic illness adjustment, pain management, and medical non-adherence. My practice includes individual therapy and group therapy. I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, stress from daily life, depression, and difficulties within relationships. My approach is warm, compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive.
I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor and a certified school counselor with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults using an evidence-based approach. Areas of expertise include anxiety and mood disorders, chronic illness adjustment, pain management, and medical non-adherence. My practice includes individual therapy and group therapy. I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, stress from daily life, depression, and difficulties within relationships. My approach is warm, compassionate, respectful, and culturally sensitive.
(718) 550-2422 View (718) 550-2422
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Amanda Marcus, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Williston Park, NY 11596
Therapy is an exciting time of growth, self-realization and change. I can help you on your journey of healing, self-exploration and self-actualization. I completed my master's degree from NYU and have post-graduate training and extensive clinical experience working with eating disorders but work with a wide variety of mental health concerns. I am a former clinical director of a residential eating disorder facility and I will collaborate with your treatment team if you are seeking eating disorder treatment. I offer a free phone consultation to see how I can help you reach your personal goals.
Therapy is an exciting time of growth, self-realization and change. I can help you on your journey of healing, self-exploration and self-actualization. I completed my master's degree from NYU and have post-graduate training and extensive clinical experience working with eating disorders but work with a wide variety of mental health concerns. I am a former clinical director of a residential eating disorder facility and I will collaborate with your treatment team if you are seeking eating disorder treatment. I offer a free phone consultation to see how I can help you reach your personal goals.
(516) 265-7044 View (516) 265-7044
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Jason Moston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Williston Park, NY 11596
People say I'm easy to talk to. I work to ensure that my clients receive the most thoughtful, supportive, and empathetic treatment in a safe and comfortable environment. I use a welcoming, nonjudgmental, and accepting style to better understand YOU and your concerns. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore, grow, and ultimately learn to cope with challenging life situations and feelings. Maybe you'd like to reduce your anxiety, depression, or heal from a difficult relationship. Perhaps you'd like to improve your self-esteem or let go of limiting beliefs. We'll work together to address your individual goals.
People say I'm easy to talk to. I work to ensure that my clients receive the most thoughtful, supportive, and empathetic treatment in a safe and comfortable environment. I use a welcoming, nonjudgmental, and accepting style to better understand YOU and your concerns. Therapy offers an opportunity to explore, grow, and ultimately learn to cope with challenging life situations and feelings. Maybe you'd like to reduce your anxiety, depression, or heal from a difficult relationship. Perhaps you'd like to improve your self-esteem or let go of limiting beliefs. We'll work together to address your individual goals.
(516) 654-5890 View (516) 654-5890

More Therapists Nearby

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Susan Arnowitz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
Hi! I am Susan Arnowitz, a licensed Clinical Psychologist and mindfulness meditation educator with over 20+ years of experience. Currently licensed in NY and FL, I see clients in-person and offer telehealth in PSYPACT participating states. My practice is focused on individualized treatment for adolescents and adults of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and loss; struggling with life transitions, career concerns, or relationship issues; or wanting help with a problematic behavior or just feeling stuck. My goal is to help clients create meaningful, lasting change in a thoughtful, warm, and compassionate environment.
Hi! I am Susan Arnowitz, a licensed Clinical Psychologist and mindfulness meditation educator with over 20+ years of experience. Currently licensed in NY and FL, I see clients in-person and offer telehealth in PSYPACT participating states. My practice is focused on individualized treatment for adolescents and adults of all ages experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma and loss; struggling with life transitions, career concerns, or relationship issues; or wanting help with a problematic behavior or just feeling stuck. My goal is to help clients create meaningful, lasting change in a thoughtful, warm, and compassionate environment.
(516) 548-1913 View (516) 548-1913
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Christina Dunne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
In my career thus far I have worked with adults with disabilities and adolescents with emotional disturbances for 6 years. My passion is helping clients to better understand themselves and why they are the way they are. Seeing my clients adopt healthy coping and communication skills and utilizing them to start changing their lives for the better brings me immense joy. My specialties are adolescents, trauma work, and I often use cognitive and dialectical behavioral techniques in treatment.
In my career thus far I have worked with adults with disabilities and adolescents with emotional disturbances for 6 years. My passion is helping clients to better understand themselves and why they are the way they are. Seeing my clients adopt healthy coping and communication skills and utilizing them to start changing their lives for the better brings me immense joy. My specialties are adolescents, trauma work, and I often use cognitive and dialectical behavioral techniques in treatment.
(516) 656-7297 View (516) 656-7297
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Amanda Cioffi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
I am trained in using trauma-informed modalities and I have vast experience working with individuals and families to assess their needs and help develop a plan to reach their goals.
A strong, trusting and safe therapeutic relationship can help individuals on their path towards change. I believe therapy can provide that for those who are looking to work towards reaching their life's goals. Whether you want to address mental health concerns, past trauma or strategies to cope with life transitions, I help my clients to identify barriers in their thought patterns and present tools to build upon their resiliency. My goal is to guide clients towards building self-compassion and improving their confidence. You deserve to take time to invest in your personal well-being.
I am trained in using trauma-informed modalities and I have vast experience working with individuals and families to assess their needs and help develop a plan to reach their goals.
A strong, trusting and safe therapeutic relationship can help individuals on their path towards change. I believe therapy can provide that for those who are looking to work towards reaching their life's goals. Whether you want to address mental health concerns, past trauma or strategies to cope with life transitions, I help my clients to identify barriers in their thought patterns and present tools to build upon their resiliency. My goal is to guide clients towards building self-compassion and improving their confidence. You deserve to take time to invest in your personal well-being.
(516) 788-8315 View (516) 788-8315
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Dr. Lauren Hoffman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530
Are you having difficulties managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions? Are you looking to process thoughts, feelings, trauma history, and create a better life worth living? Do you want to develop healthier coping skills, develop healthy boundaries, and improve your communication and decision making skills? Finding a healthy balance can be very challenging to obtain!
Are you having difficulties managing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions? Are you looking to process thoughts, feelings, trauma history, and create a better life worth living? Do you want to develop healthier coping skills, develop healthy boundaries, and improve your communication and decision making skills? Finding a healthy balance can be very challenging to obtain!
(516) 990-2230 View (516) 990-2230
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Maureen F Welsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
I am specially trained in treating PTSD and have worked with victims of trauma due to war, sexual or childhood abuse.
I am a psychodynamically trained psychologist with broad life experience who will approach your treatment with a mixture of theoretically based therapy and common sense. My background in the health care field - nursing degree from Georgetown University and clinical work at Sloan Kettering Cancer Center- contributes to my understanding of mental health difficulties as a combination of biological, social, and psychological factors. I will approach your treatment in a comprehensive manner with an emphasis on what works best for you.
I am specially trained in treating PTSD and have worked with victims of trauma due to war, sexual or childhood abuse.
I am a psychodynamically trained psychologist with broad life experience who will approach your treatment with a mixture of theoretically based therapy and common sense. My background in the health care field - nursing degree from Georgetown University and clinical work at Sloan Kettering Cancer Center- contributes to my understanding of mental health difficulties as a combination of biological, social, and psychological factors. I will approach your treatment in a comprehensive manner with an emphasis on what works best for you.
(516) 506-0139 View (516) 506-0139
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Sammy Touma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Garden City, NY 11530
I am here for YOU, with almost a decade of experience. I want you to feel at ease and comfortable with my approachable style. I have a results-driven record of being effective and efficient. Depending on your specific struggles and circumstances, I will design a personalized approach. Various types of psychotherapy will be customized specifically for you. These include: EMDR for trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy based on Psychoanalytic Principles and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy related approaches, etc. Please visit: www.zocdoc.com/professional/samya-sammy-touma-lcsw-431236 for more details.
I am here for YOU, with almost a decade of experience. I want you to feel at ease and comfortable with my approachable style. I have a results-driven record of being effective and efficient. Depending on your specific struggles and circumstances, I will design a personalized approach. Various types of psychotherapy will be customized specifically for you. These include: EMDR for trauma, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy based on Psychoanalytic Principles and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy related approaches, etc. Please visit: www.zocdoc.com/professional/samya-sammy-touma-lcsw-431236 for more details.
(516) 441-2596 View (516) 441-2596
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Open-Minded Therapy
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Bibi Rasul is a Licensed Master Social Worker located in New York. She specializes in the management of Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD related symptoms - with subspecialty in work stress management and academic challenges . Bibi also works with those who face conflict within their families and would like to work through parental issues, or those who would like to improve their romantic relationships. Many of these clients seek tools to help with more healthy communication, as well as strategies for ADHD, anxiety, or depression.
Bibi Rasul is a Licensed Master Social Worker located in New York. She specializes in the management of Anxiety, Depression, and PTSD related symptoms - with subspecialty in work stress management and academic challenges . Bibi also works with those who face conflict within their families and would like to work through parental issues, or those who would like to improve their romantic relationships. Many of these clients seek tools to help with more healthy communication, as well as strategies for ADHD, anxiety, or depression.
(516) 884-9977 View (516) 884-9977
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Lori Pietrafesa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
I provide psychotherapy to children. adolescents and adults. I have worked as a school social worker for more than 20 years. My specialties include trauma, bereavement, school problems, anxiety, school refusal and mood disorders. I employ strength based therapies, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I provide psychotherapy to children. adolescents and adults. I have worked as a school social worker for more than 20 years. My specialties include trauma, bereavement, school problems, anxiety, school refusal and mood disorders. I employ strength based therapies, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy.
(516) 714-4009 View (516) 714-4009
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Jill Belair, LMHC
Counselor, LMHC , CCTP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11531  (Online Only)
Are you or your family suffering from past trauma? Do you suffer from depression or anxiety? Do you come from a chaotic home life or suffer from substance abuse? Whatever is bothering you, there is hope. If you are motivated to change and have a goal of leading a fulfilled, productive, happy life then you have already made the first step to making that happen by reading this. I believe that everyone can be happy and live up to their full potential if they are open to change. So, if you are looking to heal the wounds that the world has inflicted on you, let me help you.
Are you or your family suffering from past trauma? Do you suffer from depression or anxiety? Do you come from a chaotic home life or suffer from substance abuse? Whatever is bothering you, there is hope. If you are motivated to change and have a goal of leading a fulfilled, productive, happy life then you have already made the first step to making that happen by reading this. I believe that everyone can be happy and live up to their full potential if they are open to change. So, if you are looking to heal the wounds that the world has inflicted on you, let me help you.
(518) 862-8742 View (518) 862-8742
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Anna Dec
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC2, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Garden City, NY 11530  (Online Only)
I specialize in Anxiety, Panic Disorders, PTSD, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR.
Life can be stressful, challenging, and overwhelming at times. You may feel sad, depressed, anxious, and worried. Coping with these uncomfortable feelings and emotions can often be difficult. "All the world is full of suffering; it is also full of overcoming," said an American author Helen Keller. I strongly believe that you have the strength within yourself to overcome any obstacles that life brings with my therapeutic assistance and guidance. I will create a safe, warm, and empathetic environment to enhance progress toward your goals, support personal growth, and encourage positive change.
I specialize in Anxiety, Panic Disorders, PTSD, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR.
Life can be stressful, challenging, and overwhelming at times. You may feel sad, depressed, anxious, and worried. Coping with these uncomfortable feelings and emotions can often be difficult. "All the world is full of suffering; it is also full of overcoming," said an American author Helen Keller. I strongly believe that you have the strength within yourself to overcome any obstacles that life brings with my therapeutic assistance and guidance. I will create a safe, warm, and empathetic environment to enhance progress toward your goals, support personal growth, and encourage positive change.
(516) 856-1340 View (516) 856-1340

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Trauma and PTSD Therapists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.