Experiential Therapy in Woodmere, NY
Are you worrying about a family member or going through a difficult life transition? Are you dealing with an addiction that has you feeling hopeless? Are you feeling an emptiness or loneliness and don’t know what to do about it? I believe that no matter what challenge you are facing, you can recover, heal and ultimately thrive.
Are you worrying about a family member or going through a difficult life transition? Are you dealing with an addiction that has you feeling hopeless? Are you feeling an emptiness or loneliness and don’t know what to do about it? I believe that no matter what challenge you are facing, you can recover, heal and ultimately thrive.
You are at the point where you know something has to change, but the question still remains, Who is going to help me? You want a therapist who is trained in how to help, who won’t get overwhelmed by the emotions or the experiences and who gives you confidence and a knowing that life can be better. As a therapist I approach healing by combining both science and art. My toolkit is full of science based methods, EMDR, as well as creative and cognitive approaches to help you heal and build hope. Working with you, I’ll challenge you to be open to explore the silly, the weird, the embarrassing and challenging experiences life brings.
You are at the point where you know something has to change, but the question still remains, Who is going to help me? You want a therapist who is trained in how to help, who won’t get overwhelmed by the emotions or the experiences and who gives you confidence and a knowing that life can be better. As a therapist I approach healing by combining both science and art. My toolkit is full of science based methods, EMDR, as well as creative and cognitive approaches to help you heal and build hope. Working with you, I’ll challenge you to be open to explore the silly, the weird, the embarrassing and challenging experiences life brings.
Dr. Naomi Saar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Woodmere, NY 11598 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NYS). I am available for individual, group, family and couples therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NYS). I am available for individual, group, family and couples therapy.
Heather Grey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAT, ATR-BC, ATCS
Verified Verified
Woodmere, NY 11598
I view psychotherapy as a deeply personal process, one that is transformative. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help; finding the right therapist is crucial to your success. To achieve success, one must be supported by people they trust, find their life’s purpose, access suppressed passions, and appreciate the wisdom that can only be informed through past failures. Trust, respect, acceptance, mutuality, and empathy are foundational. My role is to assist you develop greater insight and self-awareness, feel heard, validated, and witnessed so that you can be your most authentic self.
I view psychotherapy as a deeply personal process, one that is transformative. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help; finding the right therapist is crucial to your success. To achieve success, one must be supported by people they trust, find their life’s purpose, access suppressed passions, and appreciate the wisdom that can only be informed through past failures. Trust, respect, acceptance, mutuality, and empathy are foundational. My role is to assist you develop greater insight and self-awareness, feel heard, validated, and witnessed so that you can be your most authentic self.
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Kristine Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Oceanside, NY 11572 (Online Only)
My name is Kristine Baker. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience working with various individuals and couples with Anxiety, Family Conflict, Military, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and PTSD. I can help provide tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle as well as highlight resources you already have. Some of my treatment modalities include Experiential Therapy, EMDR, Family Therapy, Family Systems, and Family / Marital therapies. I believe that one of the most significant components of treatment is learning healthy coping tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle.
My name is Kristine Baker. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 8 years of clinical experience working with various individuals and couples with Anxiety, Family Conflict, Military, Relationship Issues, Trauma, and PTSD. I can help provide tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle as well as highlight resources you already have. Some of my treatment modalities include Experiential Therapy, EMDR, Family Therapy, Family Systems, and Family / Marital therapies. I believe that one of the most significant components of treatment is learning healthy coping tools necessary to combat current areas of struggle.
Josh Millrod
Creative Arts Therapist, LCAT, MT-BC, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merrick, NY 11566
Hello, time traveler. I'm glad you made it here. I know there's a million other places you could be right now so I want to help you take a second to be here with me. Not at work tomorrow, not in the climate apocalypse and definitely not reliving that time in 5th grade when your yogurt exploded in your backpack because someone threw it down the street at the bus stop as the bus arrived. Ok. Now, that you're here, take a breath. Take another one. Feel the air flow in and out. Let that nagging voice that's pulling you from being here know that you hear it, and ask it to step aside for 30 seconds so that you can finish reading this.
Hello, time traveler. I'm glad you made it here. I know there's a million other places you could be right now so I want to help you take a second to be here with me. Not at work tomorrow, not in the climate apocalypse and definitely not reliving that time in 5th grade when your yogurt exploded in your backpack because someone threw it down the street at the bus stop as the bus arrived. Ok. Now, that you're here, take a breath. Take another one. Feel the air flow in and out. Let that nagging voice that's pulling you from being here know that you hear it, and ask it to step aside for 30 seconds so that you can finish reading this.
My ideal client is trying to understand not only the root causes that created a less than optimal life functioning emotionally, socially, occupationally, academically, or intrafamilially, but the actual cognitive behavioral steps to remedy the problem. I believe most problems we encounter in our everyday lives can be improved upon and transformed into a life we have chosen.
My ideal client is trying to understand not only the root causes that created a less than optimal life functioning emotionally, socially, occupationally, academically, or intrafamilially, but the actual cognitive behavioral steps to remedy the problem. I believe most problems we encounter in our everyday lives can be improved upon and transformed into a life we have chosen.
I have had over 40 years experience providing goal oriented, solution-based therapy. My philosophy is based upon the theory of intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy. My primary goal is to help the client overcome resistance to experiencing true feelings about the present and past.I expect my clients to establish goals and accomplish resolutions within a reasonable time period. My sessions are conducted in a relaxed non-confrontational atmosphere that allows the client free expression. Most last well over one hour.and my fee remains reasonable. Take that step towards a better life. Text me at 516 8519697. Free consultations.
I have had over 40 years experience providing goal oriented, solution-based therapy. My philosophy is based upon the theory of intensive short-term dynamic psychotherapy. My primary goal is to help the client overcome resistance to experiencing true feelings about the present and past.I expect my clients to establish goals and accomplish resolutions within a reasonable time period. My sessions are conducted in a relaxed non-confrontational atmosphere that allows the client free expression. Most last well over one hour.and my fee remains reasonable. Take that step towards a better life. Text me at 516 8519697. Free consultations.
Bonnie Dempsey
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, MT-BC, LCAT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Long Beach, NY 11561
Trauma is not what happens to you, it's what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you. -Dr. Gabor Maté. I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist/Psychotherapist working for many years with clients in various settings including inpatient, outpatient, and private practice. I am currently one of 2700+ therapists worldwide trained in Compassionate Inquiry with Dr. Gabor Maté, and hold a certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy. I am a Somatic EMDR practitioner and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional-CCTP.
Trauma is not what happens to you, it's what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you. -Dr. Gabor Maté. I am a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist/Psychotherapist working for many years with clients in various settings including inpatient, outpatient, and private practice. I am currently one of 2700+ therapists worldwide trained in Compassionate Inquiry with Dr. Gabor Maté, and hold a certificate in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy. I am a Somatic EMDR practitioner and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional-CCTP.
Sacred Space Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Merrick, NY 11566 (Online Only)
Are you unhappy and unfilled in your relationships. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, or other mental health issues. Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, feel stuck in the vicious cycle of negative and unproductive decision making. Have issues with addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Or do you experience stress from life’s day to day challenges.
Are you unhappy and unfilled in your relationships. Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, Bipolar Disorder, or other mental health issues. Do you struggle with self-esteem issues, feel stuck in the vicious cycle of negative and unproductive decision making. Have issues with addiction, trauma, and dual diagnosis. Or do you experience stress from life’s day to day challenges.
Hedy Rubel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrence, NY 11559
My passion is working with children and I believe the child-centered play therapy approach is an invaluable tool that helps children grow in the areas that they need to. I also believe that when working with children you have to include the entire family-system. Additionally, I work with tweens, teens, adolescents, and young adults utilizing a variety of approaches including CBT, Somatic, and Psychodynamic approaches.
My passion is working with children and I believe the child-centered play therapy approach is an invaluable tool that helps children grow in the areas that they need to. I also believe that when working with children you have to include the entire family-system. Additionally, I work with tweens, teens, adolescents, and young adults utilizing a variety of approaches including CBT, Somatic, and Psychodynamic approaches.
I am a firm believer that everyone can benefit from therapy. My primary goal is to make each of my client’s therapeutic experiences as comfortable and safe as possible. I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Using a client-centered approach, I work with my clients to develop positive coping skills in order to tackle life’s stressors. I have experience working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
I am a firm believer that everyone can benefit from therapy. My primary goal is to make each of my client’s therapeutic experiences as comfortable and safe as possible. I have worked with clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. Using a client-centered approach, I work with my clients to develop positive coping skills in order to tackle life’s stressors. I have experience working with clients with a variety of diagnoses, including but not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and personality disorders.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
The first step is always the hardest, no matter what you’re struggling with. I believe that with the right tools and mindset, you can make some serious changes to the way you live your life. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, relationship complications, and LGBTQ issues. In my practice, I make sure to create a safe, welcoming, judge-free environment where you are free to be yourself.
Lifespan Wellness Marriage & Family Therapy, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MHC
Verified Verified
Flushing, NY 11361
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I begin each therapeutic connection with getting to know you and the areas of your life, and together we will conceptualize your life through a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens and how these elements interact with each other and affect your overall wellbeing. I use a personal style that blends humor, creativity, sensitivity, sensibility, and evidence-based short term, measureable, attainable, realistic, and timely (SMART) strategies to help you grow in your areas of life and relationships and achieve your identified goals.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) I begin each therapeutic connection with getting to know you and the areas of your life, and together we will conceptualize your life through a biopsychosocial-spiritual lens and how these elements interact with each other and affect your overall wellbeing. I use a personal style that blends humor, creativity, sensitivity, sensibility, and evidence-based short term, measureable, attainable, realistic, and timely (SMART) strategies to help you grow in your areas of life and relationships and achieve your identified goals.
Yolanda Koumidou Inner Life Exploration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lynbrook, NY 11563
Have dedicated my life in accompanying people on their voyages of self-exploration to reach inner peace. Through interweaving traditional approaches with psycho-spiritual disciplines, the following theories and modalities serve as the foundation for my work: the Voice Dialogue Method, Quantum Physics theory, Hypnotherapy, Art, Movement, Dream Work and Energetics. Please tune in to my podcast called Awareness Sucks to familiarize yourself with my approach.
Have dedicated my life in accompanying people on their voyages of self-exploration to reach inner peace. Through interweaving traditional approaches with psycho-spiritual disciplines, the following theories and modalities serve as the foundation for my work: the Voice Dialogue Method, Quantum Physics theory, Hypnotherapy, Art, Movement, Dream Work and Energetics. Please tune in to my podcast called Awareness Sucks to familiarize yourself with my approach.
Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or other challenges, such as social phobia, grief, or occupational or educational problems? Do you feel stuck in some way, unable to move forward with your life? Most people do at some point. I will join you in helping to understand these problems and in developing solutions. I am patient, focused, and genuine. I believe you can resolve issues once you confront them in a warm, supportive environment with compassionate and therapeutic feedback. I am nonjudgmental and objective, with a positive and encouraging style. I’m happy to accommodate you in person or remotely.
Are you dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, or other challenges, such as social phobia, grief, or occupational or educational problems? Do you feel stuck in some way, unable to move forward with your life? Most people do at some point. I will join you in helping to understand these problems and in developing solutions. I am patient, focused, and genuine. I believe you can resolve issues once you confront them in a warm, supportive environment with compassionate and therapeutic feedback. I am nonjudgmental and objective, with a positive and encouraging style. I’m happy to accommodate you in person or remotely.
Evelyn Kuntz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Mineola, NY 11501 (Online Only)
I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. Sound mental health is your right and achievable. I will work with you to understand how thoughts and behaviors can block self-awareness that can cause unhappiness. I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationships. The work is conducted in a comfortable, caring and private setting. I will work with you to achieve your goals, so that you leave with a lighter step – with a sense of confidence and purpose, knowing that you can confront life’s issues and problems because you will have the tools and know how to use them.
I am an experienced licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist. Sound mental health is your right and achievable. I will work with you to understand how thoughts and behaviors can block self-awareness that can cause unhappiness. I can help with issues such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationships. The work is conducted in a comfortable, caring and private setting. I will work with you to achieve your goals, so that you leave with a lighter step – with a sense of confidence and purpose, knowing that you can confront life’s issues and problems because you will have the tools and know how to use them.
Marlene L Levy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, DAAPM, CCBT
Verified Verified
Great Neck, NY 11020
Private practice 30 + years.. Anxiety, Depression, pain management , weight issues and marriage and family issues. I use Clinical Hypnosis along with psychotherapy. CBT, EFT, are among the various treatments designed for each patient individually.. *Clinical hypnosis is used when appropriate producing the most positive treatment results! I look forward to helping you, as I have helped so many over the years. President of the New York Society of Clinical Hypnosis [NYSCH.ORG], Consultant: ASCH, Diplomate :DAAPM Diplomate The American Academy of Pain Management; CCBT-Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist.
Private practice 30 + years.. Anxiety, Depression, pain management , weight issues and marriage and family issues. I use Clinical Hypnosis along with psychotherapy. CBT, EFT, are among the various treatments designed for each patient individually.. *Clinical hypnosis is used when appropriate producing the most positive treatment results! I look forward to helping you, as I have helped so many over the years. President of the New York Society of Clinical Hypnosis [NYSCH.ORG], Consultant: ASCH, Diplomate :DAAPM Diplomate The American Academy of Pain Management; CCBT-Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist.
Being stuck in your problems can feel overwhelming and it becomes difficult to overcome these problems and feelings associated with them on your own. As Albert Einstein once said, “No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.“ Allow me to help you navigate your personal and relational struggles through my collaborative therapeutic approach that is tailor made to your personal goals because everyone has a different perspective and past experiences.
Being stuck in your problems can feel overwhelming and it becomes difficult to overcome these problems and feelings associated with them on your own. As Albert Einstein once said, “No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.“ Allow me to help you navigate your personal and relational struggles through my collaborative therapeutic approach that is tailor made to your personal goals because everyone has a different perspective and past experiences.
Angelo Mancini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
New Hyde Park, NY 11040 (Online Only)
What is the trouble that brings you in today? I begin sessions by focusing on the here and now and filling in the past as needed. I help individuals create relationships that are fulfilling in many aspects. I work with parents, teens, couples and individuals depending on the problems that are present. Especially now, people are struggling to build satisfying relationships, be effective in the workplace or school, and manage the challenges of today. If you are frustrated and change is evading you, reach out for a free consult. My style is pragmatic and grounded in meeting you where you are hurting most to cultivate change.
What is the trouble that brings you in today? I begin sessions by focusing on the here and now and filling in the past as needed. I help individuals create relationships that are fulfilling in many aspects. I work with parents, teens, couples and individuals depending on the problems that are present. Especially now, people are struggling to build satisfying relationships, be effective in the workplace or school, and manage the challenges of today. If you are frustrated and change is evading you, reach out for a free consult. My style is pragmatic and grounded in meeting you where you are hurting most to cultivate change.
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- Cedarhurst
- East Meadow
- Forest Hills
- Garden City
- Hempstead
- Hewlett
- Lynbrook
- Merrick
- Mineola
- North Bellmore
- Oceanside
- Rockville Centre
Experiential Therapy
How does experiential therapy work?
Experiential therapy works by allowing an individual to use their creativity to re-imagine themselves and their lives in an effort to process their emotions. Experiential therapy may take many forms, including engaging clients through art, re-enactments, role-playing, music, or forms of physical recreation. By focusing on these activities, experiential therapists help individuals identify the emotions they associate with previous experiences and work together to cope with negative reactions, like fear, anger, or shame.
Is experiential therapy evidence-based?
Experiential therapy incorporates many therapy modalities, some of which have been more closely researched than others. Music therapy, for example, has been shown to help with sleep problems. Some studies find that art therapy can be beneficial for those with eating disorders or personality disorders, while other research suggests that such approaches have little impact.
How long does experiential therapy last?
The duration of experiential therapy will depend on the type of therapy used as well as the severity of the challenges an individual faces. Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Art therapy may comprise 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Music therapy sessions generally last between 30 and 50 minutes and can be scheduled weekly or on an as-needed basis. For each therapy type, clients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
Does experiential therapy help with trauma?
Trauma is one area where experiential therapy may be useful. Traumatic experiences such as combat or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating visual art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. Listening to music can be relaxing, while making music as part of a group provides plenty of opportunities to connect with other people. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, or who have been physically or emotionally abused.