Therapists in Groton, NY

My name is Dr. Debra DeFour-Pierce. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York and have a doctorate in clinical-school psychology. I am a certified school psychologist with experience in formal and informal psychological assessment. I received my doctorate from Pace University and a certificate in Crisis Management from Long Island University. In my 30 years of working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in a school setting, I have dedicated myself to helping clients gain insight into how their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs impact their life situation(s). My clinical approach to treatment is eclectic and culturally sensitive. I am dedicated to working with my clients to develop effective coping strategies, by incorporating cognitive behavioral-rational emotive therapy, and psychodynamic theory, an interpersonal approach, and encourage the use of mindfulness. I have actively collaborated with clients seeking help for various concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, self-awareness, coping with life changes, family conflicts, relationship issues, and parenting issues. Once a relationship develops between us, you will see that my clinical approach is direct, respectful, empathetic, and sometimes humorous. I am here as your ally to explore several options of how to work through your current issues and will be able to provide you with useful strategies to deal with your current stressors. I am here to help you achieve and foster stronger mental and emotional health. I look forward to working with you on your journey to gaining insight and self-awareness. SPECIALTIES Stress Anxiety Grief Trauma Depression Self esteem Parenting Issues Teen Issues LICENSING LMHC #002471-01 (Expires: 2022-10-31)

I am a licensed clinical social worker located in New York State. I received my clinical training at the Columbia University School of Social Work. Additionally, I am a graduate of The New York Milton H. Erickson Society for Psychotherapy and Hypnosis, and I am a certified School Social Worker. I have worked in clinics, hospitals, and schools. My extensive professional and life experiences enhance my ability to assist you with your healing process. Together we will develop a treatment plan to maximize your life potential and achieve goals. I utilize a holistic treatment approach that includes Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I will provide a supportive, nurturing, and safe therapeutic space for you as the foundation for effective therapy and change.

My name is Tammy. I have 5 years of experience working with patients with dual diagnosis with substance abuse disorder and mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar and PTSD. I use the person centered approach and I will meet you where you are comfortable to begin therapy. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Emotional Functional Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and EMDR Therapy. If you are looking to learn coping skills , self-soothing techniques and moving past trauma, please contact me. I look forward to working with you.

I am licensed in New York with 35 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & parenting issues. I also have experience working with 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New York with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. My experience comes from providing direct mental health counseling for children, teens, and young adults with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, assertiveness, boundary setting, and emotional intelligence. My experience is varied across multiple settings. I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in school settings, college counseling centers, church and community settings, and private practice. I have learned that we are greater than the sum of our parts; and that the things we have gone through do not define us. When put together, those things make us the unique individuals that we are. We all come from different backgrounds with specific hardship that has shaped us into the person that we are today. I will strive to treat the therapeutic relationship and you with honor, respect, compassion, and warmth. My therapeutic approach is eclectic. I draw my influence from Rogerian (Person-Centered) Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believe that the client is the expert of their lives and my role in the therapeutic relationship is the provide a safe space for honest self-exploration. However, my top priority is to meet you where you are and work collaboratively to meet your goals. Whether you are working towards enlightenment or to improve functioning, I will tailor your treatment to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes a lot of strength and courage to work towards a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take the step, I am here to support and empower you.

I am licensed in New York with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I work with adults, children, and families on issues including depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, addictions, grief, anger, family discord, and workplace distress. My goal is to bring warmth and acceptance to all my sessions and to provide clients with concrete skills that they can use to help solve their problems and live more fulfilling lives. My core modality is DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), which teaches emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness (learning to nurture relationships while also getting your needs met). I'm also trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), narrative therapy, and play therapy. If you or a loved one is dealing with a mental health issue, you're struggling with one or more of the relationships in your life, or you simply feel like you're in a rut, I encourage you to reach out! I believe in building trusting relationships and collaborating to find strategies that help clients feel happier and more balanced.

I am licensed in New York with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, & anger management. 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.

I am licensed in New York with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with 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. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.