Michelle Ilyayev, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

east meadow, New York

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Professions: Counselor, Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor

Languages: English, Bengali, Russian, Spanish

My Approach to Therapy

Sharing the same passion for helping others and fighting against the stigma of mental health, both Michelle and I decided to launch our very own group practice. Through life’s complexities, we have come to understand that no matter the struggle that life presents us, there is always a silver lining. We believe in helping individuals build on their strengths, gain insight, and develop effective coping skills. Our clinical areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, marital issues, codependency, self-esteem, women’s issues, substance abuse, harm reduction, grief, and transitional concerns. Through evidence-based approaches, we aim to tailor our treatment approach to the needs of each individual client. Our focus is to improve lives and facilitate the emotional regulation and overall wellness of our clients. We believe that the counseling environment should be a safe space where clients are able to be their authentic selves while expressing complete vulnerability. Therapy can be a scary journey, and often, a journey that is necessary. Please feel free to click the link to email or contact us for a free consultation to begin addressing your therapeutic needs.

Supervision Details

Supervision Specialties

Abandonment, Abuse / Abuse Survivor Issues

Focused Modalities

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Exposure Therapy

My Practice & Services

Therapy is a chance for growth, a chance for happiness, a chance for a life worth living. I am a board-certified licensed mental health counselor in New York, practicing in the Queens-based area. I have a bachelor's in psychology and a master's in mental health counseling, both from St.John's University, a CACREP-accredited university. I provide treatment to individuals, couples, and families. My Areas of specialized training include dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), child and family therapy, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), personal coaching, personality issues, crisis management, vocational guidance, trauma issues, and addictions.

My Therapy Focus

Negativity dampens our spirits. Positivity lifts them up. Through this experience you will gain the ability to focus on uplifting thoughts in any situation and become the best version of yourself. This will occur within a trusting, mutually respectful, environment.My mission is to create a counseling environment that feels safe where clients are able to be their authentic selves while expressing complete vulnerability. Therapy is not an easy process but anything that is a quick relief will not last long. I always say "rome was not built in one day" and quick fixes do not last. As we know the harder the work the bigger the payout.

Expertise & Specialties

Age Groups I Work With

ChildrenTeensAdultsElders

Groups I Work With

After diagnosing common mental health challenges or relationship issues, the Michelle Silver Lining Mental Health Counseling team uses an array of psychotherapy methods to improve patients’ thoughts, emotions, behaviors, interpersonal relationships, and more. They specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT), and other forms of psychotherapy to enhance patients’ mental health and quality of life. Clients struggling with attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), bipolar, borderline personality, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), anxiety, or depression can entrust the Michelle Silver Lining Mental Health Counseling specialists with superior virtual care without leaving the comfort of home. The practice takes a holistic approach to care, offering positive psychology treatments individualized to each patient’s needs. Treatment at Michelle Silver Lining Mental Health Counseling is seamless and easy to set up.

Therapy Services & Specialties

CoachingConsultationFamily Therapy Individual Therapy & Counseling Marriage, Couples, or Relationship CounselingMediationPremarital CounselingPsychological Evaluation

Concerns & Challenges Addressed

AbandonmentAbuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAcademic ConcernsAddictions and CompulsionsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAngerAnxietyBehaviorism

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)Emotion Focused Couples TherapyEmotion Focused Therapy Family Systems TherapyImago Relationship Therapy (IRT)Positive Psychology

Industries & Communities

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