Therapists in Hempstead, NY

Congratulations on making it this far in your therapy journey! I look forward to working with you. My name is Lorraine and I’ve been a Therapist since 1994. I love being a Therapist, enjoy swimming, and cooking.. I’m a Mom of 2, Grandma of 3 and have three rescue cats. I worked for a major organization providing therapy to groups, and individuals, and supervising other therapists for 21 years . I graduated with honors, have a Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Social Work in which I am at the most advanced standing level. My true passion for our fellow human beings and the belief that we can work together to make a difference has brought success with patients and a long history of positive outcomes. I still have clients contacting me just to say thank you. This is a very rewarding field to be in. We will work together to get you to you where you would like to be in your life. Our first step is for me to listen to what is going on in your life, talk together about some of your goals, and work with you in accomplishing them. I work eclectically meaning I use different approaches and am trained in numerous modalities to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Guided Imagery, Visualization, Seeking Safety, Interpersonal Therapy for Depression, Positive Psychology, Anger Management, and Motivational Interviewing. I work with families, couples, and individuals with a range of presenting issues be it support and validation for your journey, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Abuse, Trauma, Substance Use Disorder, family issues, and Marital Counseling. I am competent in matters related to cultural diversity, LGBT-Q, religion, and age-related. Your information is kept private. I look forward to working with you.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with over 10 years of experience working as a Social Worker, psychotherapist, Social work supervisor, and life coach. I have worked in several different settings including foster care, a group residence, a domestic violence shelter, schools, an assisted living home, outpatient mental health clinics as well as private practice. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns and personal goals. I enjoy being able to work with people who are desiring to identify their purpose, build their self esteem and confidence, and learn more about themselves throughout the process. My counseling style is eclectic, engaging and interactive. I believe that every person deserves to have someone that they can talk to, gain insight from and connect with that will not interfere with their daily living. Family and friends are great supports and often times will provide what they think we want them to provide and not what we really want or what really need. I like to create personal and professional goals with individuals based on their interests, opinions, and skills not based on other people's opinions of them. I often will use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy with a humanistic and solution focused approach. Everyone benefits from being able to have a coach, a therapist, someone on their side. I would love to be able to work with you and assist you in being the best version of yourself.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor(LMHC) in New York with over 5 years experience. I have worked with a variety of populations: teenagers; couples counseling, family counseling, adults, children with autism and adults with developmental disabilities. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including: anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, struggles in relationships, grief, and trauma. My therapeutic approach is generally eclectic, but I like to focus on CBT due to the nature of the progress it provides, but I will adjust my approach with each client as to what will benefit them. I am highly empathic and an analytical professional who is motivated, caring, and determined in counseling diverse populations in leading healthy lives. I am confident in providing clients with support by validating feelings, actively listening, and using CBT to maintain and improve overall wellness. I am skilled in effectively identifying client's struggles and need for change in daily routine by using problem solving techniques in order to prevent relapse.

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.

As a mental health counselor, I am passionate about helping others live happier, healthier, and more authentic lives. Whether this means overcoming a specific challenge, navigating life change, or treating a specific diagnosis—my treatment approach is person-centered, collaborative, and holistic. I believe that we are "masters of our own ship", as they say; and with the power of therapeutic insight, we learn to understand and navigate turbulent emotions as we steer towards healthy change. My specialty is behavioral health with a background in substance abuse, anger management, and recovery. I offer a variety of treatment services, including short term mental health counseling, psychotherapy (long term), substance abuse treatment, and couple's counseling. Our clinical work will be best tailored to your individual needs, with treatment modalities such as: psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), supportive, and interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT). Change is daunting—and taking a step towards improving our wellbeing is no exception. Your courage and willingness to explore yourself is a powerful strength, and I look forward to taking that step with you!

I am licensed in New York with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, & depression. I also specialize in PTSD in countries where my clients are affected by war. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and New Jersey with 21 years of professional clinical work experience. My clinical experience includes guiding clients to manage symptoms related to anxiety and depression, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and midlife transitions. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will customize our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek professional guidance and support in order to take the first steps towards a change in your life journey. We will work together to focus on the changes you want to see in your life.

I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have a lot of experience in helping clients with relationship issues, intimacy related issues, I also have experience working with mid-life crisis. 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 am a therapist licensed in New York with over 10 years of experience working with clients in a variety of settings. I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, adjusting to changes in life circumstances, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in providing the best personalized quality of care to each individual client as they heal, grow, and learn in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. My approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapies. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am here to support and empower you through these steps toward positive change. I look forward to working with you!

Hello! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in New York, dedicated to supporting individuals through their unique challenges. With a focus on adjustment, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, ADHD, trauma, and various forms of abuse, I approach each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe in tailoring our conversations and treatment plans to meet your specific needs, ensuring that you feel heard and understood throughout the process. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can navigate your journey toward healing and personal growth. I speak two languages, Tagalog and English.