Iesha Whitaker
Far Rockaway,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Iesha Whitaker, LCSW, is dedicated to empowering individuals to uncover their true potential and navigate life's challenges. She specializes in assisting those struggling with conflict resolution, stress management, and the aftermath of traumatic experiences. Iesha has extensive experience working with clients who have faced a variety of issues, including Substance Use disorders, Chronic Homelessness, Domestic Violence, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, ADHD, and Bipolar Disorder. Drawing from an eclectic mix of therapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution Focused Therapy, she fosters a safe and nurturing environment for pre-teens, teens, young adults, and women dealing with targeted issues. Iesha also provides support to couples facing relationship difficulties and is particularly attuned to the challenges encountered by individuals in cultural and economic marginalized situations. Her aim is to create a supportive atmosphere where clients can feel connected and motivated to embrace change.
Specialties
ADHD
Addiction
Anxiety
Bipolar
Depression
Domestic Violence
General Mental Health
Men's & Women's Issues
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
Teens
Marnie Bambara
Farmington,
NY
Marnie Bambara is a dedicated psychotherapist who firmly believes in the transformative power of therapy for everyone, regardless of the challenges they face. Her commitment to fostering personal growth is evident through her creation of a comforting and safe environment where clients can delve into their struggles, celebrations, and conflicts. Marnie's ultimate goal is to empower individuals to reach their fullest potential by utilizing a personalized therapeutic approach that harmonizes compassion-focused techniques with evidence-based practices like cognitive behavioral therapy. She specializes in navigating complex issues such as trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and relationship problems, while also addressing essential topics like self-esteem and life transitions. Through her work, Marnie helps adults from diverse backgrounds cultivate self-worth and develop practical skills to manage life's uncertainties. By collaborating closely with her clients, she co-creates a unique arsenal of techniques that are practiced in sessions and between sessions, equipping them to handle the mental health challenges that arise.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Grief
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
Student Life
Kristine Anne Kinsella Zettler - Telehealth Svcs
Fayetteville,
NY
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Kristine Anne Kinsella Zettler is a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist (MA, LMFT) who offers gentle, client-focused therapeutic services tailored to honor the needs of her clients. With a rich background in eclectic therapeutic approaches, she places a strong emphasis on addressing anxiety, trauma, and depression. Kristine works with individuals, couples, and families in a supportive, sensitive, and compassionate manner that upholds their dignity and autonomy. She empowers her clients to become agents of their own healing journeys, encouraging the integration of various wellness methods that resonate with them. Celebrating individuality, she also recognizes the significance of the broader systems that influence her clients—including family, community, work life, and spiritual practices. Currently, Kristine exclusively provides therapy via HIPAA-compliant Telehealth services to residents of New York State, creating a safe and accessible environment for all those seeking support.
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Video
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
PTSD/Trauma
Relationship Stress
Donna Farchione
Fayetteville,
NY
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Donna Farchione is a compassionate Marriage & Family Therapist who understands that each client brings a unique set of circumstances to the healing process in therapy. She facilitates an individualized and collaborative approach in a nurturing and supportive context. By incorporating evidence-based interventions, Donna works from a strengths-based perspective, honoring her clients' resourcefulness in their efforts to heal emotional and psychological wounds while improving relationships, starting with self-understanding. Clients are encouraged to ask questions and engage actively in the therapeutic process. Donna views each individual within the broader systems they inhabit, including family, community, work-life, and spiritual contexts. She promotes incorporating various forms of healing and is open to mind-body work for clients seeking a deeper understanding of the physical experiences linked to emotional pain. Furthermore, Donna encourages collaboration among healthcare providers and may refer clients to other professionals as necessary to support their healing journey.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Family Stress
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Stacy Davison
Fayetteville,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Stacy Davison, a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and therapist with over 23 years of experience, invites individuals grappling with the struggles of anxiety, depression, and relationship conflicts to explore the transformative journey toward healing. Embracing discomfort as a catalyst for growth, she helps clients navigate the challenges of feeling trapped between past pains and future worries, allowing them to focus on the present moment. Her compassionate approach encourages clients to challenge negative self-talk and cultivate healthier boundaries with themselves and their loved ones. Utilizing a diverse range of therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Stacy empowers individuals to unearth the root causes of their conflicts and develop effective coping strategies for lasting change. Together, they embark on a path of self-discovery and resilience, unlocking the extraordinary potential within each individual.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
Managing Emotions
Relationship Stress
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Alicia Alfred
Fishkill,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Alicia Alfred is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, offering an innovative mobile therapy service designed to meet clients where they are. Recognizing that traditional mental health services don't always fit everyone's needs, Alicia brings her expertise directly to clients, accommodating barriers such as medical conditions or transportation challenges. She believes that the therapeutic process is a personal journey toward achieving goals and improving overall well-being, advocating for therapy to be tailored to individual needs. Alicia has a wealth of experience working with preteens, teens, adults, and elders, addressing issues such as Bipolar Disorder, anxiety, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Her comprehensive skill set includes a variety of evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Emotionally Focused approaches. With a compassionate and culturally sensitive approach, Alicia welcomes the opportunity to help clients navigate their emotional support needs, emphasizing that the first step—making that initial call—can lead to transformative change.
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Specialties
50+
Anxiety
Bipolar
Anne Pestano
Floral Park,
NY
Counselor, LMHC
Anne Pestano is a solution-focused and non-judgmental counselor committed to strengthening relationships through a personalized approach. With extensive expertise in navigating relationships impacted by narcissistic partners, she helps individuals and couples find clarity, resolution, and relief through validation and expert guidance. Seeking support takes courage, and Anne provides a compassionate environment that empowers clients to not let fear dictate their quality of life. She supports those on a journey towards deeper connections and offers guidance on managing controlling relationships, recovering from narcissistic abuse, and navigating separation, divorce, child custody, self-worth, and trauma recovery. Anne emphasizes the importance of self-care to support overall wellbeing and collaborates with clients to uncover their confident, authentic selves. In her practice, she understands that narcissistic relationships can lead to confusion, codependency, self-doubt, and heightened anxiety. Everyone deserves compassion and respect in a safe, non-judgmental space. Her extensive background enhances the optimization of coping skills and promotes clarity in the self-discovery process, ultimately leading to increased comfort with oneself and others. Anne acknowledges that everyone faces challenging times which can affect moods, causing feelings of hopelessness. No one should face these difficulties alone.
Specialties
Addiction
Anxiety
Depression
Relationship Stress
Alison Pratt
Floral Park,
NY
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Alison Pratt is an experienced clinical psychologist who has been empowering individuals since 1994. With a passion for facilitating change, she assists clients who recognize the need for transformation but may be uncertain about the next steps. Dr. Pratt’s approach is anchored in positivity and support; she fosters a nonjudgmental atmosphere where feedback and ideas are offered in partnership with those seeking growth. Specializing in issues such as depression, family conflict, and self-esteem, she provides an array of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), humanistic therapy, and family systems therapy. Dr. Pratt is dedicated to helping clients achieve their life goals through a collaborative journey.
Specialties
Depression
Family Stress
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Yuanxia Zhang
Flushing,
NY
Psychologist, PHD
Dr. Yuanxia Zhang, a dedicated psychologist with a PhD, employs energy psychology as a transformative tool to help individuals overcome challenges such as insomnia, low energy, phobias, OCD, PTSD, and ADHD. Her innovative methods incorporate the profound practices of Chinese Qi Gong, Kung Fu, and Zen meditation, aimed at restoring mind-body harmony, particularly for those facing mood disorders stemming from physical ailments. A published author of three Zen books and a prominent figure in the field, Dr. Zhang made history as the first psychology TV host in China in 1994 and is featured on the covers of two Chinese martial arts magazines. Her credentials include a certificate in Qi Gong from the Shanghai Qi Gong Institute and a certificate in Acupuncture from the Shanghai Continuing Education College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr. Zhang has developed her own theoretical framework known as Able Psychology, encapsulated by the slogan: 'If you are unable, you get trouble. If you are able, you become noble.' The foundational principles of her work—Consciousness, Energy, and Matter—inform three essential branches of her practice: Conscious Psychology, Energy Psychology, and Matter Psychology. Dr. Zhang's approach is eclectic and tailored, addressing the needs of individuals, couples, families, and different age groups, as she guides them toward wellness and self-discovery.
Specialties
ADHD
Family Stress
General Mental Health
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD/Trauma
Kipnis Psychotherapy Services - Lcsws
Flushing,
NY
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Kipnis is a dedicated clinical social worker offering psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families. With a focus on supporting teens and young adults, she specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD/ADD, Depression, Anxiety, and other related behavioral disorders. Utilizing a variety of treatment approaches, Kipnis works to enhance executive functioning skills that can impact interpersonal, professional, and intimate relationships. Her therapeutic environment is rooted in a strength-based coaching model, effectively addressing relationship stressors and conflicts that affect daily life, dating, and marriage. For couples seeking to strengthen their communication, premarital counseling is available, guiding them through sensitive discussions that are often challenging to navigate alone. By fostering open communication and honesty, Kipnis empowers individuals and couples to cultivate relationships built on trust and understanding during their weekly sessions. Additionally, psychological testing for ADHD/ADD, Substance Use, and Eating Disorders is provided, further expanding her comprehensive approach to mental health.
Specialties
ADHD
Alcohol/Drug Use
Anxiety
Depression
Eating Disorders
Relationship Stress
Orly Yvette Costo
Flushing,
NY
Clinical Social Work/therapist, LCSW
Orly Yvette Costo is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist specializing in trauma-informed psychotherapy for adults aged 18 and older. Her practice embodies the vision of empowering individuals to fully recognize their potential and embrace their responsibilities in creating a better world. The actualization of human potential serves as the cornerstone for resolving personal and collective challenges, necessitating a comprehensive exploration and integration of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of self. Orly's mission focuses on fostering advancements in human consciousness to facilitate health, unity, peace, and prosperity globally. Employing a blend of Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Somatic strategies, she emphasizes self-awareness and mindfulness, guiding clients toward deeper self-acceptance. Additionally, her offerings include Energy Therapy and Yoga Instruction, further enhancing the holistic approach to well-being.
Specialties
Mindfulness
PTSD/Trauma
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Wendi Brodis
Flushing,
NY
LMHC
Wendi Brodis, LMHC, understands that reaching out to a therapist can be a daunting task, especially when life's challenges become overwhelming. She strives to create a comfortable and welcoming experience for her clients. For those who feel stuck, empty, or misunderstood, Wendi’s compassion and expertise come into play. Utilizing a trauma-informed approach, Wendi works alongside individuals to help them break free from unhelpful cycles, overcome obstacles, and cultivate a life aligned with their values. She moves at a pace that respects each client's journey, allowing for a deep exploration of what is beneficial and what may no longer serve them. As different concerns and themes emerge during the therapeutic process, clients often find themselves feeling lighter, more at peace, and more engaged in their relationships. When individuals are ready to take the first step, Wendi is dedicated to providing support in whatever way she can.
Specialties
General Mental Health
Getting Unstuck
PTSD/Trauma
Alexandra Bermudez
Forest Hills,
NY
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Alexandra Bermudez is a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker and therapist dedicated to guiding individuals through their emotional struggles, particularly focusing on depression, trauma and PTSD, and anxiety. Having graduated with a Master of Social Work from Stony Brook University in 2018, she understands the challenges that many face and the impact these challenges have on one's sense of self and worldview. Through her integrative approach, Alexandra collaborates with clients to explore unhealthy relationships, negative self-judgments, and unresolved issues, aiming to foster emotional healing. Her therapeutic modalities include compassion-focused therapy, trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, and more, ensuring that each individual's unique needs are met. With her warm and genuine feedback, she empowers clients to manage stress effectively and develop healthier coping mechanisms. Alexandra works best with those who are ready to embark on their healing journey and explore the barriers that have prevented them from living the fulfilling life they deserve.
Specialties
Anxiety
Depression
PTSD/Trauma
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