Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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I have many years of experience working with adult individuals and couples on relationship issues, career issues, and a wide variety of mental health and addiction issues. I came from the corporate world with background and experience in HR and recruiting. I have worked with couples on a wide variety of issues including communication, parenting, sexuality. My experience with mental health and...
I believe that we all have the power to move from a place of struggle to STRENGTH. My experience is in utilizing a solution-focused, strength-based approach with adults, children & teens. I've worked in community counseling centers, schools, residential facilities, & currently in private practice. I have practiced therapy with diverse world populations and backgrounds. I have a passion for...
Do you find yourself gripped by anxiety and worry, no matter what you do? You feel the pressure to be perfect all the time … with food, relationships, your job, your appearance.At this point, maybe it’s hard to even remember a time you didn’t feel like this. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You’re ready to eat out without panicking. You’re ready to find joy in the...
I’m not currently accepting new clients. Online video and telephone therapy available for residents of New York and New Jersey. Have you been feeling stressed and unable to cope with life? Have you been consumed by worry? Are you always repeating the same unhealthy relationship patterns over & over again? If any of this, sounds familiar, I'm here to help you. I provide a safe, non-judgmental,...
As a counselor I seek to empower people to be set free of limitations in their lives caused by fear, anxiety and doubt. My therapy approach includes challenging, comforting, and providing necessary tools for freedom to take place in your life. Challenges to life such as addictions, eating disorders and relational difficulties are often related to relational trauma. I can help you to safely expl...
I work to build a warm, empathic relationship with my clients to create an environment where we can think together about the issues that bring you to therapy and how best to resolve them. I am informed by psychodynamic theory and utilize this rich tradition to explore unconscious defenses, maladaptive patterns, and underlying schemas that can cause a person to repeat problematic behaviors despi...
Do you find yourself stuck in a rut? Doing the same things over again, expecting difference results? Do you want to feel free and easy? Strong and confident? Able to be effective, empowered, and create the life you desire, and deserve? I can help. I want you to feel hopeful, to see options and possibilities, to discover who you truly are, and to lead the life you are intended to live. I want to...
A "Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker" who specializes in working with adults, adolescents, families and couples. I have over 15 years experience working in community mental health and substance abuse agencies. I have been in private practice for over 8 years. My specialties include depression, anxiety/panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, substance...
It takes great courage to seek help. Embracing you are in need of assistance is a big step in a positive direction towards you making necessary changes in your life. You do not have to fight through every struggle on your own. You have the right to be here, you have the right to express your feelings, and you have the right to feel empowered within your life. Many of my clients report feeling...
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in working with individuals of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety, couple/marital, family or other emotional issues. I use a multifaceted approach when working with clients to figure out what treatment modality works best. I believe that finding a therapist you feel comfortable with is a very personal process. My...
Dr. Gaydusek is highly specialized in treating anxiety, mood, and eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, disordered eating, compulsive exercising, and body image concerns. Dr. Gaydusek strongly believes in the importance of using scientific evidence-based treatments and tailoring them to the individual. Dr. Gaydusek enjoys working with children, adolescents, couple...
I will listen carefully to your description of what is causing you the most stress and we will arrive at a plan together for how to help you. I am well trained in multiple theories and methods for helping people to feel better and act in ways that they prefer to act. I am respectful and empathetic and one of my primary goals is help you to feel hope that you will get through even the hardest...
I assist adults, older adults and couples. I believe all individuals have strengths and once those strengths are identified, a person can truly thrive and be happy. With all that goes on in a persons world it can appear difficult to be happy and we become stuck. In therapy we will create goals that will empower you to make the changes needed in your life. I specialize in addictions including...
In a world where many feel their life is out of control or in chaose, I offer a safe place to attain a new sense of serenity through common sense counseling. I specialize in helping adults and adolescents untangle and overcome life's disappointments and difficult experiences by offering new perspectives, and new coping strategies through a Christian worldview. My goal is to help the hurting...
I offer confidential, comfortable, and private counseling services in an accessible location with plenty of parking. I specialize in family, couples, and teen/children's counseling. I also see many adults for individual counseling on an outpatient basis. I have been helping people dealing with family conflict, divorce, and parenting issues for years and enjoy helping kids of all ages gain a...
