Therapists in Port Dickinson, NY
Risa Lenney
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW-R,BC-THP
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes
34 years offering treatment
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 34+ years, graduating from a school of social welfare . I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology. I am married and have two grown Children. I currently work in an urban Community Mental Health setting helping people with mental health issues,(diagnosed with Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia and Personality disorders)as well as issues with major life stressors and relationship issues. I am the Assistant Director supervising 13 clinicians, and I have a caseload myself. Prior to being promoted in 2000 I was a full time therapist. I also have experience working at the local Correctional Facility, and at our County Social Services Department. I have dealt with all kinds of people with a variety of issues. I am open minded and do not judge people for their actions, believing respect for everyone is very important no matter what their background or current circumstances. I also believe in the safety of the therapeutic relationship, allowing people to experience their feelings without judgments or fear of ridicule. Grief and loss are common issues, along with depression, anxiety, vocational issues, stress and especially relationship issues( which can cause distress). I also try to motivate people to be healthy, reach out to people and feel better about themselves. I have some experience with addictions and how they get in the way of people reaching their goals. I have an eclectic approach using, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which can include homework that works to examine and change thoughts and feelings), Person Centered , Problem Solving a supportive Therapy and mindfulness. My approach is supportive and I start where the person is. I work hard to create a safe environment where people can feel free to express themselves. I have also been trained on helping people with smoking cessation. Therapy along with working with a prescriber for nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) can be very effective for quitting. I do operate from a strength based position. I am going to help highlight what is going well and build on that. Many people don't realize they have strengths or what things are going well. I also like to set small goals that lead to bigger changes. I like to use work sheets and homework as appropriate, but you are always part of this decision making process as this is your treatment. I know it can be hard to reach out for help, but making positive changes in your life can only help. I want you to reach the goals you set for yourself. I look forward to helping you through this process. Please also note, I may respond daily, but on occasion, I may not answer until the next day. It does not mean I do not want contact with you, it means I am thinking about the appropriate answer to your question/issue. one last thing, If at any point you feel that you no longer need/want services or will be unable to continue, please don't hesitate to let me know ahead of time so that we can bring things to a close when we need to. Please talk to me about your particular issue before you decide if I have the experience you are looking for. Welcome and I look forward to working together! **NOTE: I do not provide letters for Social Security, Therapy animals, Court, Motor Vehicles, employment, references or other types of letters. so if you are seeking treatment/therapy/counseling for those reasons, please seek out another counselor****
Camille Hehn
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
35 years offering treatment
I am a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over thirty years in the field of social work and counseling. While I have experience in most areas of counseling, my specialties are working with parents struggling with child rearing and their children’s behavioral problems as well as adoption issues and working with adults who have been in the foster care system. I also have experience treating anxiety, stress, depression and most other situations dealing with the many complexities that come with living in today’s society. I provide a variety of interventions and together we can decide on what works best for you and your specific situation. I enjoy listening to what others have to say and have always been interested in assisting people in navigating through difficult times as well as providing them with the tools they need so they can feel confident in managing stressful situations as they arise.
Michael Feldler
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC, NCC, DRCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
38 years offering treatment
Good day and allow me to introduce myself. My name is Michael H. Feldler, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a trained individual, family, group, trauma, and addiction specialist. I have over thirty-four years of experience working with children, adults, and family's in a variety of settings. In addition to my clinical training, I have worked for the past fourteen years as an instructor and supervisor to students on both an undergraduate and graduate level in a college based mental health training clinic. I am skilled in psychodynamic, client-centered, REBT, CBT, DBT, inter-relational, motivational, and family modalities. I believe in the importance of listening to what is being said, recognizing the relevance of motivation towards healing, and providing a safe and secure space to relate both thoughts and feelings. I am a trained group therapist, skilled in teaching as well as conducting sessions for individuals with trauma, addiction, and identified as a sex offender. Often times what brings you into treatment or therapy is just the tip of the iceberg and with exploration we can work on both the direct causes as well as the underlying measures towards health and personal growth. The essence of life is to feel complete, reduce loneliness, and isolation, and ultimately minimize those influences that prevent us from being "the person(s) we want to be." I look forward to hearing from you, establishing a positive and secure relationship and working on what brings you to a helping environment.
Oneida Burgos
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a Clinical Social Worker licensed in New York, and Virginia with over 15 years of experience working in clinical practice as a psychotherapist. My therapy centers on a perspective that puts your strengths and resources back to you rather than on your problems. I believe that the helping process highlights the capacity for resilience and courage. Seeking therapy can dominate feelings of fear and vulnerability, but it should not stop you from achieving your greatest self. People can change, and you are in control of achieving your goals and aspirations. By highlighting motivation for change, you can become a better version of yourself. Change is within and when you learn your purpose, it allows desired outcomes for newly found strengths. The modalities of treatment I use are Acceptance and Commitment Therapy; Brief Psychodynamic Therapy; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. My clinical specialties are depression, anxiety, grief and loss, life transitions, stress management, and geriatric. I also worked with people who have experienced trauma and emotional abuse. My therapy style is empathic, collaborative, and compassionate. I am here to provide positive regard, genuine concern, and do not believe in pathologizing labels. If you are ready to take the first step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you.
Joy Gironda
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteem
25 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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.
Dr. Nancy Dawson
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
16 years offering treatment
Dr. Dawson is licensed in the state of New York. She provides mental health counseling for adults and couples who are experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, and addiction disorders. Dr. Dawson provides counseling to parents, as they work toward supporting their families, who are struggling with mental health symptoms. She will focus treatment plans to meet 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. She will support & empower you in that journey.
Dr. Deborah Elkis-Abuhoff
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
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, 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. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Sherri Flournoy
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefAnger management
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I believe that you are the expert on your story and have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming life challenges. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I stand with you on this journey. Let's get started!
Kristina Tandoi
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepression
9 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. 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. [Please note that I currently have availability for evening and weekend clients only]
Christie Maether
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment
Hi, I’m Christie, a licensed mental health counselor with experience in community mental health clinics and in schools, supporting individuals from childhood through adulthood. My passion lies in working with young adults and women navigating the challenges of adulthood, identity, relationships, and life transitions. Many of my clients are high-achieving and introspective—motivated to change but feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. I take a person-centered approach to therapy because I believe that you are the expert on your own life. My role isn’t to give you all the answers but to walk alongside you as you explore what feels right for you. I also incorporate aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), helping clients recognize how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected—and how small, intentional shifts can create meaningful change. I believe in treating the whole person. Our challenges rarely stem from just one source—they are shaped by everything from our relationships and environment to our beliefs, habits, and past experiences. Sometimes, real change comes not just from shifting our mindset but from setting boundaries, changing our surroundings, or learning to accept what we can’t control. Therapy is about untangling these complexities, finding clarity, and creating a life that feels more aligned with who you are and what you need. I know that life doesn’t come with a roadmap, and sometimes we just need space to gain perspective and reconnect with ourselves. If you’re looking for a collaborative, supportive space to explore what’s next, I’d love to help.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Port Dickinson?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Port Dickinson that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
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Mental health therapists in Port Dickinson available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Port Dickinson 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, Port Dickinson therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Port Dickinson region and in the state of New York.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Port Dickinson 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 Port Dickinson may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Port Dickinson offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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