
Cheryl Pacione
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience. I establish trust and rapport with many diverse populations such as LGBTQIA+ and non-monogamous relationships. I sat on the New York State committee for inclusion and diversity for several years. I specialize in working with persons with a variety of mental health concerns such as: Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders and Sexual Identity. I also work with transition age youth who are on the spectrum. In addition, I am a Vocational Counselor so I can assist with job-related issues. My familiarity with the Americans with Disabilities Act puts me in a uniquely qualified position to help the disabled population. I am located in the USA in the Eastern Standard Time Zone. I work here full time Monday-Friday from 9:00AM - 9:00PM EST and Saturdays 11:00AM - 4:00PM EST. Most clients enjoy a combination of message-based communication that is not in real time along with regular weekly live sessions by video, or phone. I respond to individuals within 24 hours of receiving a message. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. "A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step."

Josephine Ovalles
You are not alone. I'm here to guide you to get solutions to tackle symptoms of depression, relationship problems, stress, anxiety, attention deficit disorder, grieving, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, anger management, substance abuse and other symptoms that you might be facing in your life. I’m a bilingual clinician with over 13 years of experience providing psychotherapy. My background includes supervisory and leadership experience in clinical and hospital settings conducting assessments, individual therapy, couple, group therapy and crisis intervention. I maintain open communication, a person centered approach and an absolute commitment to serving my clients. I utilize a variety of approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, problem solving, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic and I also incorporate various theoretical backgrounds to address clients need and work toward changes in their lives. I have a license in substance abuse and I am experienced in working with minority population, elderly and clients with chronic physical and/or mental illness.

Tiffany Garcia
Hello! Welcome to Better Help! My name is Tiffany Garcia and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Congratulations on making that first step on your way of self-discovery! I look forward to working with you on creating, maintaining, and completing the goals you have for therapy. I believe in creating a space of acceptance and unconditional positive regard in order to foster self-acceptance and healing. I consider my approach as eclectic, with extensive knowledge and experience in many different modalities including but not limited to: Cognitive behavioral, TF-CBT, Solution-focused, Relationships, Marriage and Family, Psychodynamic, Parent child interaction, Humanistic, and Mindfulness-based therapy. I strongly believe in meeting the client where they are at, and establishing a strong therapeutic relationship to achieve client’s goals. I will tailor our interventions and treatment plan’s based upon your specific needs and goals. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including: depression, relationship/couple issues, substance abuse, personality disorders, family issues, sexual abuse, trauma, PTSD, career issues, parent-child concerns, juvenile issues/mental disorders, ODD, ADHD, conduct disorder,LGTBQ-I related issues, anxiety disorders, job-related issues, sexual health, anger management, conflict prevention and resolution, teen pregnancy, situational/seasonal depression, self-esteem concerns, BDSM relationships, Poly amorous relationships, child development concerns, and overall life challenging related issues/concerns. I am a firm believer in utilizing a multi-cultural based approach with the emphasis on the holistic person to achieve treatment goals. I am a native New Yorker with a broad range of professional experience in multiple social work arenas including: ACS, preventive services, homeless and domestic violence shelters, individual, group, family counseling, juvenile/adult court order therapy, and teen pregnancy. I believe in the use of a multifaceted approach in intervention planning including journaling, homework, mindfulness therapy, and role playing. Our sessions will be a collaborative effort with creating, establishing and carrying out goals for long term success. I look forward to working with you to create positive outcomes. Good luck on your journey!

Martin Godek
I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. This lead to the courage needed in taking the first step in seeking a more fulfilling and happier life. I am here to support you in that process.

Shaun Henry
I am licensed in New York with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Jerica Barber
I am licensed in New York with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Nicole Lovass-nagy
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with 8 years post-graduate experience as a therapist. I have provided therapy remotely since beginning my Social Work career. I am passionate about providing empathetic, professional and evidence-based therapy. Your health shouldn't be compromised by the distance or the professionalism of your therapist. I have worked in many venues; in domestic violence/sex trafficking shelters, homeless shelters, inpatient hospitals, private practices and as a teacher in a Title I school. I enjoy providing therapy with systems theory in mind-- dynamics within relationships, families and with individuals at the mercy of systems around them. My first calling as a therapist was working with PTSD and Trauma related symptoms, I have worked with Veterans in several capacities for 20 years and with Survivors for 10 years. It is my deepest held belief that everyone has things in life to work through, and seeking therapy should not be stigmatized nor difficult to obtain. I am committed to developing a respectful, warm, dynamic therapeutic relationship with you, that meets your needs--so you can meet your goals.

Wendy Leonard
I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Gail Carpenter
Gail has practiced in New York and Rhode Island for the past 32 years. The mission statement of her practice includes helping the patient create balance in a safe setting with talk therapy, meditation, nutrition, exercise and spirituality. Treatment is is based on each individual's needs and discussed during the evaluation process. Open to all ethnicities therapies include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy , Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT), Creative Visualization, Meditation, Eco-Therapy, Walk/Talk Program, Reiki Master Usui/HolyFire II ART, Certified Quantum Touch Practitioner, Certified Crystal Method of Healing and Sound Therapy. Specialities with adults 21 yrs and older include: Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress (PTSD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Grief and Loss Therapy , Adjustment to Medical Illnesses, Sports Enhancement Therapy, Eco-Therapy, Geriatric Conditions i.e. isolation, inter-family communications and relationships, adjustment to aging and new environments, finding happiness at all ages . Tele-therapy, Face to Face, Distance Healing and House calls are provided based on the individuals needs. Take the first step to better health and well being contact Gail today.

Heather Lopez
I am licensed in California and New York with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, communication deficits, addiction and eating disorders. I use evidence-based therapeutic interventions such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My goal in treatment is for us to work through the fear and anxiety in order for you to understand yourself on a deeper level, emotionally and behaviorally. I use compassion and take a nonjudgmental stance while balancing change and acceptance by encouraging clients to gently work toward their own individual goals.
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Mental health therapists in Black River available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Black River therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Black River therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Black River region and in the state of New York.
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Therapists in Black River can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Black River may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.