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My approach in therapy is collaborative, supportive, and goal oriented.

I work with couples and individuals, and specialize in relationship issues, coping with medical illnesses, grief and loss, health behavior and lifestyle changes, life stress and transitions (including marriage, separation and divorce, infertility, work stress, life stage concerns, etc), anxiety, depression, and ADHD. A supportive and non-judgmental relationship is crucial to any effective individual or couples therapy. In creating a safe place to explore and understand where you might feel stuck, I help you learn new ways to communicate and interact in relationships, cope with life stresses and losses, deal with difficult emotions, and shift behaviors and patterns that may no longer work in your life. I view each person or couple holistically, and provide individualized interventions integrating approaches that are supported by research in order to help you gain insights, learn new communication and coping skills, and ultimately make lasting changes in your life. I am certified in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and have advanced training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy (GMT), as well extensive training in health psychology, behavioral medicine, bereavement counseling, child and pediatric psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness based approaches, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and insight meditation. I have also worked and published in the areas of women's health and ADHD.

Now Accepting New Clients Welcome. I'm glad you're here. It takes enormous courage to reach out for help. We deserve to be seen, heard, listened to, and understood. Each person has a unique story, and our struggles may give rise to life difficulties. As we understand the origins of your unique distress, we are able to design a plan to restore good health. We can consider current situations and stresses, biology, social concerns, thoughts, and experiences as we learn about what is troubling you. I am fortunate to have many years of experience and constant study that allow me to offer you a menu of methods for relief. You decide what works for you. My role is to be a mentor, a support, and a teacher. Above all, together we will find hope. As a psychologist and a nurse, I am able to understand complex physical and mental health issues. With over 40 years in practice, I have learned a wide range of methods that can help you feel better. Therapy is an investment in yourself. Sometimes just a few sessions will provide what you are looking for, and other times we are able to work together over time. My approach is flexible and nonjudgmental. I offer unconditional acceptance as we look for relief. I encourage you to talk with several therapists to see who might be a good match.

At Silk Counseling Group, we have a team of skilled therapists with diverse specialties and expertise, dedicated to helping you find the right fit for your unique needs. Let us guide you toward the support and care that works best for you.

I understand that seeking therapy can be daunting, and view therapy as a holistic process, striving to provide a warm, empathic, and accepting atmosphere, to support clients who are committed to making lasting change. I am Licensed Professional Counselor, and have extensive clinical experience working with individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and questions of identity. I am passionate about helping couples and individuals grow and thrive, improving communication, working through trauma, and identifying and achieving goals. I received my Master of Clinical Psychology from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology in 2011, and since then have undergone continued training specializing in trauma-informed approaches. I am a Gottman Method Level 1 trained therapist. I operate from a trauma-informed perspective recognizing that many people have had or currently experience trauma. I understand the need for emotional safety and trustworthiness in a therapist and work with clients to regain a sense of empowerment in their lives. My style is eclectic, but my work is trauma informed, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients stop fighting against the pain of their past, and build rich and meaningful lives. For couples work, I pull strongly from the Gottman Method. I strongly believe that every person holds the capacity for growth, and can benefit from a trusting and supportive therapist to help them acknowledge and ignite that ability within themselves. I consider the client as the expert in their life and trust that a positive client and therapist relationship is key to facilitating change. Through a safe and professional relationship, the therapist can help the client deeply examine their life, and identify areas for change. Utilizing individualized treatment plans, I help clients develop goals tailored to their specific needs, and identify coping and management strategies to help clients regain a sense of control in life.

As a mental healthcare therapist, I work with teens, adolescents, and adults to navigate the challenges of stress, anxiety, and trauma. This is not just a job for me, it’s something I truly love to do. I’m a compassionate, understanding person who values authenticity and connection. My goal is to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable being yourself. We’ll work on building skills to manage intense emotions, improve communication, and handle life’s challenges more effectively. I take a collaborative approach, helping you uncover what motivates you so you can move towards your goals in a way that feels natural for you. Stress and anxiety are a part of life but they do not have to hold you back. My goal is to help you develop personalized tools to manage them, empowering you to feel confident and capable to navigate whatever comes your way.

The decision to begin therapy and actually schedule an intake appointment is the hardest step in the process. For many, making that first phone call can take years. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, obsessive compulsion (OCD), relationship issues, or the impact of addiction, the process can feel overwhelming. You don't have to navigate it alone. Helping you feel at ease during this process is one of our top priorities. At Premier Wellness Center, we utilize a client-centered approach to meet your individual needs. Finally get unstuck from your anxious thoughts! You need a break, and you deserve therapy that's tailored to you. Some of the evidence-based practices that we utilize are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure response prevention (ERP), and trauma-informed strategies, among others.

It is essential for me to understand your perspective since the way we perceive situations influences our emotions and behaviors. Working with me, you will learn tangible tools that you can use outside of therapy. I will help you come up with a game plan at the end of each session to help address whatever may be troubling or motivating you at the moment. For over ten years, I have worked as an individual, couples and group therapist. Over these years, clients have described me as genuine, non-judgmental, easy to talk to and effective. My experience in various treatment settings includes helping others through anxiety, depression, relationships, parenthood, anger, sleep and stress. Every person’s journey through life is unique; therefore, I tailor each session to the specific needs of the individual. It is very important to me that each time we meet you walk away with something gained! Finding a therapist to meet your needs is essential to instill the changes you want to make. If you feel I may be a good match to help you on your journey or have any questions please don’t hesitant to call or email me!

Are you struggling with your relationship with your children, partner, friend or family member? Maybe you are in an unhealthy pattern of communicating and it just seems impossible to get out of? You probably are having the same argument over and over and things are not changing. Perhaps you are a single mom who feels like no matter what you do, co-parenitng in a healthy way just does not seem to be working? As a result your child is acting out, or your relationship is crumbling. People get stuck in unhealthy patterns of interacting that lead to unwanted symptoms, such as anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, depression, behavior problems, OCD, and much more. My mission is to create a warm and supportive atmosphere where clients can openly confront issues, learn to better manage emotions, and engage in working toward their unique goals within a relational framework. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist my passion lies in co-discovering negative unhealthy patterns of interactions that keep familiescouples and or individuals stuck and disconnected. It would be my pleasure to walk along side of you and or your family! Please contact me for a free consultation, to make sure I am the best fit !

My approach is to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust and respect. I have a deep appreciation for each person's unique qualities and strengths, and I create a nurturing and supportive environment. We will work together to navigate behaviors and emotions and develop tools to assist with overcoming life's challenges. My style includes a direct approach in conjunction with warmth and humor. My client base consists of the adult and geriatric community. My therapeutic approach utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). I will assist you with improving self-awareness and developing coping strategies to manage emotional and behavioral challenges as we work toward achieving personal goals. I possess professional experience beyond therapy, including as a behavior intervention specialist and community crisis intervention, resulting in over 10 years of mental health experience.

It is my passion and honor to provide higher-quality counseling sessions to a wide variety of clients from many cultures, religions, and ethnicities. The self-affirming goal during our counseling sessions is to provide you with helpful support and understanding for renewed health and optimism. Our enlightened efforts together also guide you toward finding paths to greater self-fulfillment in relationships, career and personal growth. Whether or not presently in counseling, perhaps you owe yourself, and your loved ones, the opportunity to invest in several special counseling sessions, which I can provide (917-992-5334). Our counseling sessions will provide valuable knowledge, feedback and unique tools for ascendancy in meeting and possibly even exceeding your life's goals. Although no guarantees can truly exist in counseling (or life itself), still, your choosing a talented, widely recognized and experienced counselor to guide you is most often the wisest, most productive and joyful choice a caring person can pursue. We, as caring professionals, know that self-empowerment and deeper interpersonal satisfaction (intimacy) are well-worth advancing in our lives. With compassionate and knowledgeable guidance, these worthy pursuits can often occur, and your personal growth can be refined further during the process of enlightened and effective counseling. In the interest of better serving your needs and practical concerns, I also specialize in providing short-term effective counseling wherever possible or desired by you. This is an efficient and economical way of moving forward your personal goals within 4 to 10 sessions. I welcome you to set-up a counseling-consultation session with me, at your earliest convenience, to explore your "personal growth plan" that will help us understand and resolve the most important concerns and issues in your life. I can assure you that I will give you the total attention, compassion, respect and helpful feedback (suggestions and strategy) that you deserve, as we start the process of productive counseling. For more information, please call me @ 917-992-5334.

I received my Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Fordham University and have since been fulfilled each day by helping clients confront and overcome issues such as relationship stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief, identity confusion, parenting challenges and more. I have helped many different types of individuals improve their quality of life by developing strategies they can use and maintain as they work to address their personal challenges. Change can sometimes feel scary, overwhelming, or out of reach, but I work to make sure my clients never feel alone. My primary goal is to create a productive, warm, and open forum that enables clients to feel safe and supported each step of the way. I have received special recognition for my work with the college population but have experience with clients of all ages. In my work with all individuals, I take a customized approach and continuously aim to identify interventions that can be taken to prepare you, and your loved ones for effective and lasting change. By joining and assisting you in your process of self-discovery and understanding, I hope to empower you and boost confidence in your unique abilities. For more information about my New York online therapy services, please visit my website at www.theprismpractice.com, or contact me directly today.