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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Are you a new or expecting mother looking for support during this transitional time? Have you been (over)prepped for the birth of your child, but not for what happens after? The Mother Birth acknowledges that your baby is not the only one with a brand new life. If you are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant, I recommend booking a pre-baby session to prepare for your transition. If baby ha...
Bernice Lynch was born and raised in Queens, NY. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from St. John’s University and went on to obtain an M.S. in Addiction Counseling from Capella University. Bernice has been practicing therapy with adults with co-occurring disorders for four years and is a Certified Addiction Counselor with over seven years experience. Bernice has worked with a broad range of...
Perhaps you’ve found yourself feeling stuck and stagnant, or you’ve found yourself struggling to find direction and purpose in your life. Maybe you’ve noticed that your relationships are flailing and no longer bringing you joy. Or maybe you’re struggling with negative thoughts about yourself that are limiting your ability to find peace, happiness, and clarity. You crave a sense of direction wit...
Currently accepting clients. If seeking support, please complete the request initial intake form at https://healingrootsmh.com/request-initial-appointment. I specialize in working with anxiety disorders, adolescents with a range of challenges/explorations, as well as those who identify as LGBTQIA+. I has worked with clients with a large array of diagnoses including anxiety and depression,...
OFFERING INDIVIDUAL THERAPY or COUPLES WORK. I provide supportive, action based therapy to facilitate growth, healing, change and transition, and to achieve client goals and objectives. I work with adults and adolescents, accept some insurance plans and also offer a sliding scale option for private pay. I received my Bachelor of Arts, Summa cum laude, in English Literature and Psychology from R...
My ideal client will have made the decision to commit to a therapeutic intervention and will be willing to share the sometimes challenging work of renewal. I currently work with a number of individuals who experience challenges with depression, anxiety, social skills, attention issues, screen time and other dependency problems. The goal is to integrate a clients values and goals with our ever...
Jane Raimondi, MA, LMFT received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy from LaSalle University in 2007. She works with with adults, adolescents, couples, and families, creating a safe, non-judgmental, supportive environment in which individuals can utilize their unique strengths, and identify their needs while allowing space to...
*Now Accepting Telehealth clients only* Life transitions can be daunting; when entering college, a divorce, moving to a new city, death, or trauma occurs sometimes we need a little help along the way. As your counselor, I am here to support you in discovering personal meaning, creating comfort, and uncovering innate resources to help you emerge from the fog into your best self. I strive to fost...
I am a somatically trained psychotherapist who understands the courage it takes to pursue therapy and I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and welcoming environment in which to begin this process. I work from a somatic and attachment-based approach to therapy. Through prior years as a bodyworker, I gained a clear understanding of the connection between mind and body. Since then, I have...
Are you aware of your addictive behavior? Do you say, "I can handle it?" Has your family asked you to quit _____? Do you get paid today but broke tomorrow? I provide a safe place for you to explore issues that are posing difficulties in the various areas of your life. I have a personal testimony. My discipline in the counseling field target comorbidity in individuals. I facilitate substance-use...
Does it seem like every day is becoming more and more overwhelming? Do you feel like you have stress piled on top of stress piled on top of stress? Anxiety and stress makes us feel stuck, frustrated, and paralyzed. It might have started off small but now feels more unmanageable than ever before. Did you know that it doesn’t have to stay like this? Therapy can help! By using an individualized...
Perhaps you are feeling down and anxious and unsure about the future of a relationship. Maybe you feel you are not living the life you were intended to live. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, children and adolescents during times that may be impacting their mental health and well being. I work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and relations...
Making the decision to seek additional support in your personal growth and healing is something to be proud of. Asking for help can be difficult, especially when finding someone to trust throughout your healing process. My priority from the first session on is to create an atmosphere of hope, understanding, and, most importantly, trust. I believe we all encounter experiences that affect us in...
My goal in counseling is to help individuals and couples navigate the challenges that they face in their day-to-day lives. This process often involves exploration of difficult relationships and complex human experiences. While this exploration process is important and can lead to tremendous growth and success, it can be emotionally and mentally taxing – I am here to help walk you through this...
You may feel alone even while surrounded by a group of friends. It seems that getting the family ready for the day is a huge undertaking because you are so “tired” and do not know why. You are crying out for help via your voice or actions and no one seems to notice how much pain you are in. You feel sad and overwhelmed almost all the time and sometimes wonder if life is worth living? Imagine be...
