The village of Wesley Hills is in the Rockland County of New York and has a population of just over 5900. In 1997, Joseph Berger of The New York Times said that Wesley Hills was one of several Ramapo villages formed by non-Jewish people and more secular Jewish people to preserve the sparse “Better Homes and Garden” ambiance that attracted them to Rockland County.
Regardless of your religion, race, age, or gender, everyone needs to have someone to talk to once in a while, especially if there is a problem in your life. Sometimes you just do not want to bother your loved ones with your issues and would rather speak to a professional. Contact one of the Wesley Hills area counselors or therapists for an appointment.

Debra Pruyn
My name is Debra Pruyn and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oregon and I have my LMSW in the state of New York. I received my Masters of Social Work at Adelphi University in New York in 1995. I have worked in many different fields as a therapist and case manager with individuals in the fields of Probation, Early Intervention, Mental Health and Addictions. I have worked with individuals with diagnosis of anxiety/depression, drug and alcohol addiction, and relationship issues as well as severe and persistent mental illness. Over my almost 30 years of experience with social work, I have worked as a Counselor to many people to bring support during times of difficulty. I truly believe that each of us are able to support ourselves and sometimes need the guidance to be able to develop understanding of our fears to work through troubled times. I enjoy being that supportive person to many individuals. I work with people to determine what their goals are so that they can work towards achievement. Therapy helps to organize all the thoughts in our heads to set a clear path. You are welcome to message me at any time during the day. I usually check messages two to three times a day seven days a week so that I would be readily available to respond. I also offer live chat and video sessions as well with more availability in the evenings and weekends. Check with me to see what my availability is when you are ready to schedule. Generally sessions are 30 minutes, let me know if you need more time. I look forward to working with you!

Melanie Blaikie
Hello, my name is Melanie Blaikie and am a LMHC with 20 plus years of experience in counseling people with different cultural backgrounds, genders, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, mental health conditions, addictions, trauma, and crisis interventions. I am licensed in New York State and focus on Self Actualization through meditation, mindfulness, and client centered therapy. I can show you how to rewire your brain to help reduce anxiety and depression. I also include alternative type treatments such as: EFT (tapping), dreamscapes, and other therapies that the client may be interested in such as Angel Therapy. Pain management and working with dementia are other areas that I address. I treat the whole person as the mind, body, and spirit are inherently connected. Life is hard and we all need support. I meet the client where they are and believe in working on a treatment plan together so they can be as well as they can be. I recognize that seeking out a therapist is hard but also brave. Therefore, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to explore a variety of issues and concerns. I have no issues bringing in spiritual elements, if this important to the client but will not do so if this is of no interest to the client. Nothing is too hard to deal with if the client is willing to explore it. Currently, my schedule is Wednesday, Thursday, and Fridays (subject to change.)

Deborah Unger
I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 10 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Sports Performance, Memory Loss, Weight Loss, Substance Abuse, Bereavement, and Career challenges. I am Certified in Problem Solving Therapy (PST). My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral, Humanistic, Psychodynamic and Problem Solving Therapy (PST). I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you! Disclaimer: I don't work with court appointed cases. Additionally, I will not go out of the boundaries of this forum to write letters on your behalf for various issues.

Anjanette Morton
Hi, I’m Anjanette. So glad you are here. I am an open-minded and compassionate therapist with a deep understanding of anxiety, depression, grief, women’s issues, life transitions, addiction, and complex PTSD. I am honored to provide a safe, supportive, judgment-free space for you to explore, grow, and heal. My therapeutic approach is comprised of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I also use bibliotherapy and humor, as appropriate. My approach is rich in empathy and patience, with respect for you as the ultimate expert on yourself. I also believe that therapy is a collaborative process. With you in the lead, we can work together to explore and gently challenge your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and make positive and sustainable life changes. In our first session, we'll get to know each other a bit and discuss challenges you may be experiencing and goals you have in mind. If you deem us a good fit for more sessions, we'll continue to examine the roots of your distress and develop personalized solutions, My hope is to spark insight and joy and provide tools to overcome obstacles, manage any overwhelming emotions or stress, and improve your overall well-being.

Melissa Brierley
I am licensed in New York with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, 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. 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.

Lindsey Draper
I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & intimacy related issues. 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!

Karen Porterfield
I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York State. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, anger management, chronic health issues and relationship issues. Approaches I use include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), brief solution focus therapy, person centered and strength based therapy. Mindfulness is also an important part of my practice as well as self compassion. A important goal of therapy is to improve your life through self awareness and self exploration. To live life more authentically. I look forward to helping you on this journey. “It’s your road and yours alone , others may walk with you, but no one can walk it for you” Rumi

Julie Mayer Norvilas
As a rooted relationship therapist, I am passionate and committed to helping my clients explore their growth potential, both in relationships and individually. By nurturing insight and providing consistent support, you will have the opportunity to work at your own pace and work through issues that you feel are preventing you from moving forward. I provide Individual, Couples and Family therapy in addition to Life Coaching. I have extensive experience supporting clients from the full spectrum life cycle. I am passionate about play therapy, parent coaching, relationship therapy as well as individual therapy to help all of my clients identify where they may want help and how to build skills to meet their goals. I use a warm, and curious approach. This is a collaborative process, and we will work at a pace that feels comfortable for you. Together we will work on identifying goals that meet your unique needs. My clients enjoy using both live video sessions as well as the ease of phone sessions in order to get the most out of the flexibility of telehealth. My weekly hours are Monday through Friday 11:00am to 2:30pm PT/ 2:00 pm to 5:30 pm ET

Stefanie Fernandez
I have over 25 years of experience providing psychotherapy to clients of diverse backrounds, and who have presented with a myriad of distinct emotional health issues. My main areas of specialization are adults 21 and over with anxiety, depression, developmental and or physical disabilities, chronic health issues, trauma , loss, grief, PTSD, family and relationship issues, and a multitude of other emotional health issues. I am very experienced in providing individual therapy, my main modality but have much experience with groups, family sessions ,couples counseling and work with older teens as well. I utilize multiple modalities of treatment but the way in which modalities are chosen is based on each clients' individual needs. Therapy is always client driven and client based . We work as a team to identify the most important goals that you wish to address first and communicate together as we proceed along throughout the process, Highlighting developing increased self awareness, mindfulness and self connection are key components of the therapeutic process. I also work as a social work mentor to graduate students and provide supervision to social workers new to the field of private practice.

Lorena Allen
I am licensed in New York with 11 years of professional work experience as Mental Health Counselor with Diagnostic Privilege. I have worked in different settings such as Family court, Crisis Centers, Outpatient substance use program and outpatient mental health clinic. I have worked with multi-disciplinary teams that consist of Family court system, ACS, NYPD, ADA's, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and school personnel. I am trained in CBT, Mindfulness, T-CBT, MI, Psychotherapy, among others. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, coping with grief, coping with loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes and challenges that we may experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I work with clients of all ages and ethnicities that may be experiencing different stressors such as relationships, family, work, school and others. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
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Types of therapists available to clients in Wesley Hills
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 Wesley Hills that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), 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 Wesley Hills available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Wesley Hills 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, Wesley Hills therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Wesley Hills region and in the state of New York.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Wesley Hills 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 Wesley Hills may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.