Navigating mental health challenges can feel overwhelming, especially in a world that often misunderstands or overlooks the struggles of individuals with conditions like bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder (BPD), ADHD, anxiety, and depression. My practice focuses on helping you build skills, resilience, and a deeper sense of self-worth so you can thrive. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I bring a compassionate, non-judgmental approach to care. Whether you're facing challen...
Some days you’ve got it together. Other days, it feels like everything’s falling apart—classes, friendships, dating, or just trying to keep up. If stress, anxiety, or feeling down is making it tough to focus, connect with people, or feel like yourself, you’re not the only one. Therapy gives you space to talk it out—no pressure, no judgment—so you can figure out what’s really going on and start feeling more grounded and confident. I bring warmth, creativity, and a sense of humor into the room, b...
Navigating life changes, managing stress, or adjusting to a new culture can bring up complicated emotions. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your next steps, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Therapy can provide the guidance and support you need to feel more in control and at peace with yourself. As a bilingual (Mandarin) licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a Doctor of Social Work from Adelphi University, I specialize in working with individuals who are...
By using a proven process, I've helped countless individuals overcome challenges such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have over 25 years of expertise in helping individuals navigate through life's toughest challenges. I'm passionate about helping people connect and find peace, and specialize in guiding my clients through a proven process that has transformed many lives. As a virtual therapist, I understand the power of connection and safety, even when it is mediated through...
For the past 10 years, I have helped with individuals with anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive behaviors, life stress, and life transitions. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approach to therapy. I believe change comes from gaining insight into your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. When it comes to therapy, I believe the relationship between the therapist and the client is crucial. I strive at creating a safe and open environment for you to express your thoughts and feelings. M...
My therapeutic approach is a combination of solution-focused, strengths-based, and somatic psychotherapy within a cognitive-behavioral framework. My style of therapy is warm, empathic and client-centered. I believe in treating others with respect, dignity and compassion. I have experience working with college students/young adults coping with professional or life transitions, first-generation Americans, African-American or Caribbean-American men and women, adult/geriatric individuals with acu...
I help college students, graduate students, and university faculty manage stress, cope with painful emotions, and navigate school, work, and relationships. Higher education offers a huge opportunity for growth and self-discovery, but it also presents unique stressors and challenges. In addition to treating anxiety and depression, I work regularly with issues of perfectionism, peer comparison, academic pressure, and burnout. I also help clients build healthy friendships and partnerships, explore ...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 7+ years of experience working with college-aged students, and adults in a variety of settings. My approach to therapy is eclectic and is based on the needs of each client. We will work collaboratively to address any issues you have and create goals and a treatment plan. I believe it is my responsibility as an LMHC to provide validation, empathy, and genuine support to every person that I take under my care. I will assist you on your journey of sel...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 27 years experience. A graduate of Syracuse University, I am trained in strengths-based and generalist practice, meaning I can help you navigate through your rough spots by offering a new perspective, challenging you to reframe your current situation while embracing your existing strengths, courage, and values. We all experience struggles. These struggles creep in multiple times throughout our lives, sometimes when we least expect it. Some are minor, a...
Our Therapists are holistic and relationally-oriented in their approach with clients. We strongly believe in establishing a warm and safe therapeutic relationship in order to address the emotionally challenging conversations. All Therapists are client-centered and have eclectic therapeutic approaches - utilizing various treatment approaches, such as mindfulness, DBT, relational, psychodynamic, mind-body oriented, somatic, insight oriented, and when needed a solution focused approach. ...
My approach to therapy is collaborative and conversational. I listen and provide helpful feedback. I aim to create a safe space where you feel comfortable to discuss challenges you are working through. I am like a member of your team who helps you discover all of your options and provides support by focusing on building on your strengths. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, and so a lot of the work we will be doing focuses on identifying and challenging unhelpful thinking patterns and ...
I am most interested in working together with individuals seeking to invest and get free from unnecessary problems and suffering; some of which may have been a burden your whole life. I'm interested in helping you really get who you are, leave behind who you are not, and arrive at an experience of yourself as empowered, clear, and loving. I can help you resolve past trauma and other types of emotional and psychological wounding to arrive at real peace of mind and body and a new experience of you...
If you've ever felt stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, struggled with setting boundaries, or questioned why certain emotions hit so hard, you're not alone. The way you connect with others—whether in friendships, dating, family, or even with yourself—can be shaped by early experiences. Therapy can help you understand these patterns and give you the tools to build stronger, healthier connections. I specialize in attachment wounds—the emotional pain that comes from relationships that di...
My counseling style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive, caring, and compassionate, with a pretty good sense of humor. I like to focus on identifying your strengths and helping you to maximize them to overcome your obstacles. I'm here to help you sort through the things that are difficult right now and offer you a safe place to be open and honest without fear of judgment. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for mental health...
Struggling with ADHD, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, or bipolar disorder can make everyday life feel harder than it needs to be. Whether you're having trouble focusing at work, feeling weighed down by sadness, or lying awake at night with racing thoughts, you don't have to navigate these challenges alone. Together, we can explore what's holding you back and create a plan to help you feel more confident, balanced, and in control. With over 18 years of nursing experi...
Feeling burnt out, anxious, or stuck in patterns that just won’t let up? Maybe you’re constantly putting pressure on yourself to do it all and do it perfectly. Or maybe past experiences, stress, or anxiety are making it hard to enjoy college the way you hoped. You don’t have to figure it all out alone. I work with college students navigating trauma, anxiety, eating disorders, identity shifts, and the pressure to succeed—especially athletes, pre-health students, and anyone juggling high expect...
Are you looking to improve your quality of life? Are you hoping to feel more at ease? I am here to help. I am passionate about helping others enhance their quality of life. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. Determining the support you are hoping for is essential. I am Dede Kott, a NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in treating trauma and related stressors with older teens and adults in managing life with/after trauma and loss, navigating anxiety and depression. I...
If you’re here, I see the courage it takes to start this work. Many clients seem put-together but privately struggle with anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, or people-pleasing—often rooted in past trauma or early relational patterns. Using EMDR therapy, parts work, and mind-body approaches, we move beyond insight to embodied healing in a warm, collaborative, trauma-informed space—processing trauma, breaking old patterns, and nurturing your growth, confidence, and self-trust so you can feel grou...
I bring a culturally sensitive, compassionate approach to therapy, honoring the unique experiences and identities that shape who you are. I strive to create a welcoming space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported. Our work together is rooted in trust, connection, and collaboration. I draw from a variety of therapeutic tools and tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. My goal is to walk alongside you as you navigate life’s challenges and discover what helps you feel more grounde...
Hope Harbor Mental Health Counseling is a virtual private practice founded by Faith Carbonaro, LMHC. At Hope Harbor Mental Health, we are committed to providing each of our clients with a safe and supportive space to talk through a variety of struggles. Often clients reach out to us in search of a therapist who can help them with with challenges such as anxiety, sadness, stress, worry, difficulty with periods of transition, relationship conflict, or behavioral challenges. Whatever it is that bri...