Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) emphasizes utilizing compassion to understand yourself and the people around you. It’s a good option for people dealing with shame or self-criticism that causes emotional distress.
Developing compassion for yourself and others requires practice. Practicing self-compassion exercises can help you manage shame and guilt, which can help you develop compassion for the people around you.
Hi, I'm Maria a bilingual psychotherapist (English & Spanish)- Licensed in NY, PA, MA, MD & FL- I provide counseling that is creative and collaborative to accommodate each person’s unique experiences, needs, and strengths. I have significant experience guiding clients through the processing of varying types of trauma, bereavement, grief/loss, including the more ambiguous losses. I work...
( English | español ) I specialize in holistically treating social anxiety, depression, negative body image, low-self esteem, existential issues, panic, sensitivity, relationship issues, and trauma. My mission is to help clients transform pain into an opportunity for self-discovery, healing and empowerment, to ultimately reclaim their voice, purpose, and self-worth. I compassionately welcome...
I believe that therapy can be a collaborative, effective and healing experience. I work with individuals, couples and families as they embark on the immense work of navigating life's transitions, increasing understanding of themselves and their loved ones, healing from past hurts, and working to improve interpersonal relationships. My approach to therapy is culturally sensitive, affirming and...
Our IOP (Intensive Outpatient) and PHP (Partial Hospitalizations Program) can be an excellent option for those patients who could benefit from additional therapy, but do not require hospitalization. Our IOP/PHP allow patients to come in our office or use Tele-Health to receive group therapy and return to the comfort of their own homes. While in our programs, patients are under the care of a...
Life presents each of us with challenges that sometimes seem overwhelming. Relationship conflicts, family and work stress, parental concerns, separation and divorce, health worries, the grief of loss, spiritual crises--all these hardships can bring anxiety, depression, anger and sadness in their wake. One can feel out of control using old coping mechanisms and strategies that don't work anymore...
I enjoy working with adults in individual and/or couples psychotherapy and/or spiritual direction. I assist clients in walking through struggles and seeing things from a new perspective. I believe the answers exist within my clients. My practice focus includes: Addictions, Co-Dependence, Eating Disorders, Chemical Dependence, Sexual Trauma Survivors, Men and Women Infected with HIV, Spiritual...
*** NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS *** My starting point for all of my work is simple: you matter. Your story matters, your experience matters, your desire to heal, grow, and thrive matters. In all of our lives however, there are times where we need help making sense of our stories and experiences. Whether it is anxiety, a major illness, the loss of a loved one, trauma, or general life...
----NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME---- I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Supervisor (LISW-CP-S) with an extensive background in treating anxiety, panic, depression, trauma, and substance abuse. I have worked with teens, young adults and their families in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings for over 19 years. I truly enjoy working with the college and young adult age...
Therapy is a time for you! Be heard, express your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment, and gain insight and understanding. I work to help clients achieve these things as well as their individual goals for treatment. Holding a dual degree in Art therapy and counseling I work with clients not only to verbally express themselves but also creatively. I am a Registered Art Therapist and...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults, adolescents, children and families. I have experience working with clients who are experiencing symptoms of stress, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma in a variety of outpatient settings. I utilize a holistic, strengths based approach that combines elements from Neuroscience, Attachment theory, Mindfulness,...
An ideal client is someone who is motivated to collaborate within a therapeutic relationship that is built on trust. Hope and learning how self love promotes change in the effort to achieve goals is essential. Someone that is open and honest about who they are and what they would like to gain from therapy. The issues I am best suited to treat include anxiety, abuse, anger, Bipolar Disorder,...
Something has to change. You know this, of course. You would do anything to change these anxious feelings and make the worry, fear, and racing thoughts stop! You feel on edge, just waiting for the next bad thing to happen. Fear or anxiety are calling the shots. These responses are automatic, and usually go back to stressful situations or even trauma experienced earlier in life. A person's brain...
Life is difficult as is but when you add in the symptoms of depression, anxiety, or trauma it can feel impossible to cope. Unbeknownst to the people around you- you aren't present. You're trying to listen, to interact, but your head is full of busy thoughts. "I can't handle this" you think. Danger lurks around every corner, or at least that's how it feels. The world is a dangerous place. It sho...
Feeling down & hopeless? Nothing is fun anymore? Trapped in your mind with worries & thoughts you can’t stop... sometimes you even feel like you’re going crazy? Having unwanted memories of painful past situations & you can’t make it stop? Irritated & frustrated so easily & it’s ruining your relationships? Maybe you're just having a hard time & everything you try isn't working. You deserve to be...
Your Relationship Therapist in the valley ** EVENING & SAT HOURS NOW AVAILABLE ** Business Owners, clinicians, and rescue workers are common clients here and have experienced confidence in the design of customized result-driven therapy tailored with personalized goals. What about you? Are you looking to identify and improve problem areas in your relationship? Could your relationship improve in...
