My background includes a graduate degree (Master of Science) in clinical psychology, with a license in Florida and New York to practice psychotherapy. My background also includes serving as a director for various residential programs, functioning as a consultant for clinical programming, performing managed-care utilization review, and years providing psychotherapy to those seeking healing in outpatient agencies, inpatient settings, shelters, within schools, and group homes, using techniques from...
I have worked with adults regarding various concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction, trauma, and emotional abuse. My therapeutic approaches are person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Christian counseling, and couples counseling. I am a laid-back and dedicated therapist who wants to see you be successful. I look forward to partnering with you to achieve all your goals. My therapy style is warm and interactive....
Kerrie Collazo is a Licensed Clinical Therapist and the proud founder of the private practice "Positive Pathway Therapy." She holds both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree from Stony Brook University with a specialization in Families, Children and Transition to Adulthood. She provides therapy to children and young adults experiencing difficulties adjusting to major life changes, relationship issues, anxiety disorders, depression, social deficits, emotional issues, and much more. In her practice...
Finding the right support when balancing the demands of college or graduate life can make a world of difference in your well-being. If you’re managing challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or personality disorders, I’m here to provide compassionate, effective care that’s tailored to your needs. With extensive experience in treating young adults and students within the SUNY college system, I understand the unique pressures of academic life and the impact it can have o...
After a long and incredibly fulfilling career in oncology social work, I left the medical field choosing instead to transfer all I have learned into the more personal setting of private practice. This has allowed me the wonderful opportunity to really lean in and focus completely on the one-to-one support I had always been so passionate about but rarely had the time to pursue in the hospital. Presently my practice is fully remote. I am collaborative, interactive, and always open to feedback a...
Hi, I’m Marol, a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over ten years of experience. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a difficult place, I’m here to help you find your way forward. My approach is about working with the whole person—understanding not just the symptoms but who you are as a person and what you need to feel better. I’ve worked with many young adults, helping them manage depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other challenges that can make life feel harder...
I am a bilingual psychotherapist (English and Spanish) practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have over 10 years of experience. I offer client-centered psychotherapy tailored to address any present barriers affecting functioning and well-being. I utilize a variety of clinical approaches to help clients to discover the roots of their particular feelings and develop healthy ways to cope with them. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for m...
I have been a practicing therapist for the past 12 years in many different backgrounds, from community mental health, to emergency care, and telehealth. I have extensive experience working with clients of all ages and demographics and believe that the therapy relationship is integral in the progress we will make together. I like to make sure I really get to know and understand a client's needs, situation and experiences, so that we can find the best possible strategies and approaches for feeling...
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over 25 years. My style is interactive, genuine, and direct. I utilize many different schools of thought based on the specific needs of a person. My specialties include anxiety and depression, grief counseling, infertility, pregnancy loss and postpartum depression, and life transitions. I have a post-certificate in Advanced clinical social work and a PhD from NYU. I am a therapist at Octave, a behavioral health practice creating a new standard for ...
My goal as a therapist is to find solutions that work for you on an individual basis. There may be no magic button or quick-fix solution when it comes to changing things from the past that have been difficult, but I believe what we can do is work together to find comfort and resolve the difficult areas of your life, and the challenges you have to face. Through various techniques and long-standing approaches, we’ll be able to figure out what behaviors and/or thoughts might be holding you back fro...
I believe that we are all capable of positive growth when provided with a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment to explore what has led you to therapy. If you're searching for a therapist, it probably means that you are looking for new coping skills and tools to enhance your life. In therapy, we will work towards your unique goals for personal growth and well-being. I use supportive techniques and cognitive behavioral approaches to increase emotional understanding, identify negative cogniti...
Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, substance use, or sleep issues, you don’t have to do it alone. I specialize in supporting individuals facing these challenges, with a particular focus on women’s mental health, eating disorders, and the journey into parenthood. Whether managing perinatal mood changes, dealing with postpartum adjustments, or exploring fertility and family planning, you’ll find a compassionate space here to explore and grow. With 16 years of nursing ex...
If you feel lost in your relationships and are not sure how to reconnect, I can teach you a different approach to communication. If your anxiety (or your child's anxiety) is taking over your life, I can teach you strategies that restore calm and help you build confidence. I have over a decade of experience working with individuals and families just like yours, with a specialty in anxiety (including health anxiety and OCD), and relationships. I love helping clients build more peaceful, connected ...
Throughout my career treating those with substance abuse and mental health issues, I have learned that one of therapy's most healing aspects is the relationship and trust we build with one another. I strive to create a space where you can be your authentic self without judgment because when that is possible the work of healing can begin. I utilize a combination of theoretical approaches including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and relational therapy. Together we can tap...
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...
I am a collaborative therapist who works with clients’ strengths to explore the behaviors, thoughts, communication patterns, and interactional patterns that are associated with the problems presented. After a thorough initial assessment, I work with clients to clarify goals, identify resolutions to the presenting issues, followed by a wide array of interventions and home assignments to help achieve these goals. I understand that people find it at times challenging or embarrassing to discuss t...
Hi, I'm a dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner with over ten years of experience helping people improve their mental well-being. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults, particularly around challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. I know how overwhelming life can feel, especially when you're dealing with mental health concerns on top of everything else. But you don’t have to figure it all out on y...
My journey into mental health care began with a pivotal moment early in my life—a summer working as a music teacher at camp. One of my young campers climbed onto a roof, threatening to jump, and I was there to talk him down. That moment changed everything for me. I realized that helping people through their struggles was more important to me than teaching music. From that day forward, I committed to understanding how to help people cope with life’s challenges and create lasting change. Over...
I have several years of experience working with adults who are struggling through anxiety, uncertainty, depression, loss, trauma, life transitions, relationship and intimacy issues. My approach is warm, collaborative, direct and at times humorous! I use an integrative framework and draw on relational, psychodynamic and humanistic modalities to guide my work. In the context of a supportive relationship, our work together would focus on finding relief while gaining a deeper understanding of wha...
As a therapist with hands-on experience at Westchester Medical Center and Hawthorne Cedar Knolls, I specialize in areas that may deeply resonate with you, whether you’re facing relationship issues, navigating reproductive mental health challenges, or seeking recovery from trauma. I offer focused support for a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, intimacy concerns, and life transitions like divorce or pregnancy loss. By blending my training with your personal goals, we can move forwa...