Therapists in Poughkeepsie, NY
Poughkeepsie is known as the “Queen City of the Hudson,” probably because it is right on the Hudson River. For such a small town, they have quite a few historic districts such as the Academy Street Historic District, Balding Avenue Historic District, Dwight-Hooker Avenue Historic District, Garfield Place Historic District, and several others.
If you are a history buff, this is the place to be. There are also a large number of dedicated counselors in Poughkeepsie who can help you if you need it. If you or someone you know is having any kind of emotional or mental health issues, call one of the many professionals in Poughkeepsie today.
Fanteema Barnes-Watson
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
22 years offering treatment
With the Internet having so much information, many people think it is easy to research their problems and find online tools to help them. What I have found over the years is that when people do this, they tend to work in isolation with no objective person to hear them and make sure they use the tools they found. This is why it is so important to have a therapist help you in your process of self-improvement. So if you feel overwhelmed or unfulfilled, your online search has brought you to the right place. I can help you with emotional issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, and stress. I also help you with other areas of your life that become affected by these issues such as relationships, communication, parenting, work or your education. I am comfortable and have experience working with people of all faiths and cultures as well as being an LGBTQQIA (also known as "sexual minority") affirming therapist. My counseling style includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to help people make the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT involves learning about the issues like depression or self-esteem and completing exercises to learn your current mindset and how to change it. Mindfulness is related and is about being aware of yourself and living in the present moment as well as being focused on positive goals. Using these two strategies helps you to stay focused and adds accountability to prevent you from slipping back into old habits. Clients leave sessions with clarity on who they are, what they want, and how to get it, stress-free. My purpose is to help you stop surviving and start living! Still not sure if this is right for you? Take a look at the testimonials below to see what others have said about our work together. I have over 20 years of experience in social work as a therapist, researcher, teacher, and trainer. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, K-12 public schools, as well as colleges and universities. I also founded The SWEET Network, LLC (Supporting Women to Empower and Enhance Themselves): a counseling service that provides individual and couples therapy, specializing in women of color and trauma. My goal is to provide you with simple tools to apply to everyday life.
Ellen Loveless
Clinician
License Type(s): LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
28 years offering treatment
I am a mental health counselor licensed in New York with over 25 years of experience working as a therapist with an emphasis on Christian counseling. I have worked with clients having a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues and PTSD. I have worked with a diverse population of all ages. I have helped the people who have taken that extra step and sought assistance with life's trials by listening and allowing the individual themselves to work towards their goals with the support that is needed. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach is client centered, solution focused, and Christian based. I practice active listening with treatment focused on specific needs The courage it takes to reach out for help is just the first step on a journey towards the changes necessary to have a fulfilling and contented life. I look forward to working with you.
Stephanie Southard
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
26 years offering treatment
Hello! My name is Stephanie Southard and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience providing therapy to individuals, groups, and families/couples. I am warm and inviting and provide you with a judgment-free space to share your most bothersome thoughts and issues. Your therapy with me will always be YOU-centered as I will always meet you where you are at and develop goals based on what you want to accomplish during our time together. I am relatable, engaging, and accepting of the wonderful person you are and want to become. I utilize practices that are based on evidence, with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) being my preferred practice because you cannot change your behaviors without first managing your thoughts and attitudes. I also like to include exercises and role playing as part of your treatment. I was born, raised, and am currently residing on Long Island, New York. I received my MA in Social Work from Adelphi University in 1999 and have been working as a social worker ever since. I am a big homebody and I enjoy reading, writing, crafting, and hanging out in the comfort of my home with my family and pets. My passion is helping people figure out how they can live more meaningful, peaceful, and fulfilling lives with minimal and manageable stress and conflict. I look forward to guiding and supporting you on your journey through this process. SPECIALTIES: -- depression, the blues, post-partum -- anxiety and irrational thinking -- addiction and adult children of alcoholics (ACOA) -- PTSD and personal experiences of traumatic events -- OCD and habit forming and breaking -- communication skills, empathy, relating, and acceptance -- parenting and mom struggles, family dynamics -- grief and loss -- stress and anger management/coping skills -- childhood trauma, abuse, abandonment, attachment I am also familiar with domestic violence, child protective services, legal/courts, community resources, and I have an extensive knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and medications. If I am unfamiliar with a term, condition, or problem, I will become familiar with it! SERVICES OFFERED: live chat, phone, video, and text LICENSE: NY State LCSW: # 73-072535 (expires 5/31/23) EXPERIENCE: 24 years
Dr. William Thomas
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York as a therapist and Georgia as a specialist in treating substance use disorders with over 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & bipolar disorder. 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.
Frankie Cancel
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression
17 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Dr. Anita Anglade
Clinician
License Type(s): LMFT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
12 years offering treatment
As a therapist and social activist, I have a passion for supporting other world changers in being able to care for themselves while they do the hard work of making the world a better place. I have spent my career in the trenches of community and social activism. I have a passion for helping others and personally experienced the emotional toll this work can have on your personal life. As a person of faith, my work is grounded in my own spirituality but I also realize this does not safeguard us from compassion fatigue. I can help my clients to navigate the stresses of life to find ways to connect to natural and community based supports. My goal is to help my clients to embrace their sense of call to their vocation, while also learning to balance other parts of their lives with outlets for joy and creativity in order to combat stress, depression and anxiety.
Neska Garcia
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepressionADHD
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New York with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & depression. I also have experience in working with couples or marriage counseling -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 and/or your relationship in that journey.
Elena Bauer
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes
24 years offering treatment
Licensed psychoanalyst with 24 years of experience. I work with people who struggle with high anxiety, self esteem and self worth issues, people who grew up in an emotionally toxic environment. I have experience helping people who are or have been in a relationship with a narcissistic partner or who were part of an environment that made them feel suffocated and not being seen. Patients who were exposed to a emotionally toxic environment can feel how it freezes their emotional growth. Working on liberating one's psyche one realizes how resiliency sets in helping to brave inner toxicity daily. It's a quiet strength that appears as emotional growth proceeds. I use a psychodynamic approach, I admire the work of Philip Bromberg, Donald Winnicott, Francoise Dolto, Paul Claude Racamier, Christopher Bollas. During a session I focus on identifying dynamics, if I may say so, they appear as emotional footprints. A patient who feels controlled by their emotions gradually acquires tools to manage and understand their suffering in order to obtain more emotional freedom.
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.
Lee Ann McKenna
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesDepressionCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working in Westchester, NY with over 25 years of experience. I have helped my clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, loss and stress , relationship and fertility issues as well as LGBTQ+ related issues. I have worked with clients from ages 6 to 62. Each person is unique, they come to treatment with their own specific values, needs and life experiences. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion. I have an eclectic approach to therapy, I meet my clients where they are in their situation. Together we create an open and safe environment in which to explore the issues and concerns the client is experiencing. We do this without fear of judgement or negativity. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage. I am here to help and support you on your journey towards a better you. I look forward to working with you!
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Poughkeepsie?
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 Poughkeepsie 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.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Poughkeepsie available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Poughkeepsie 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, Poughkeepsie therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie 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 Poughkeepsie 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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