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Karen Conner-Wilson
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Karen Conner-Wilson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Karen has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.
Coping with change can be difficult. Do friends and family misunderstand you? Do you struggle adapting to new environments? I use a person-centered, evidence-based approach that helps you discover and identify abilities to access a successful life.
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Liset Grant
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Liset Grant, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Liset has a Master of Science (MS) in Psychology from The College of New Rochelle.
I believe in the importance of building an empathetic and therapeutic relationship with individuals who are facing challenges in life. I have dedicated myself to helping others navigate their struggles, particularly in coping with the losses we encounter throughout life.
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Magda Zapata
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Magda Zapata, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Magda has a Master in Counseling (MC) from LIU Post.
I’m a licensed mental health counselor helping individuals, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
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Marnelle Deronette
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Marnelle Deronette, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marnelle has a Master of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from Nova University.
I use a person-centered, humanistic approach in therapy, being genuine with my clients and helping them through giving my clinical perspective on their situation, so that they may be strengthened and gain problem-solving strategies to resolve the problems in their lives.
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Jessica Lauro
Patients consistently give high satisfaction ratings
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Jessica Lauro, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jessica has a Master of Arts (MA) in Marriage and Family Therapy from Touro University Worldwide.
I support clients as they navigate vulnerable experiences and work toward their therapeutic goals. My specialty is interpersonal relationships—from the relationship you have with yourself to those with everyone in your life. I help clients create and uphold meaningful, trusting foundations through individual, couple, and family therapy.
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Samaria Gray
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Samaria Gray, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Samaria has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Fordham University.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or trauma from past experiences such as abuse, assault, or painful life events? Maybe you're struggling with relationship issues, grief, low self-esteem, or challenges at work and home. These struggles can feel overwhelming—but you don't have to face them alone.
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Desiree Salvaggio
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Desiree Salvaggio, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Desiree has a Master in Counseling from College of Staten Island.
Life’s challenges can leave you feeling disconnected or uncertain. I support individuals facing anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and periods of transition by creating a thoughtful, compassionate space for exploration & change. My approach focuses on helping you gain clarity, strengthen self-trust, & move forward with greater confidence and balance.
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Judi Cohen
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Judi Cohen, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Judi has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Springfield College.
I focus on anxiety, panic disorders, depression, eating disorders, trauma, and grief and loss. I've worked in diverse settings, from home-based family prevention to outpatient mental health and primary care. Each experience shaped how I support clients today.
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Na-Amau Tahiru
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Na-Amau Tahiru, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Na-Amau has a Master of Science (MS) in Social Work from Columbia University.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy is client-centered, recognizing that each individual is the expert on their own experience. I walk alongside my clients, offering support and practical skills to help them navigate challenges, foster growth, and improve their overall well-being.
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Janet Barber
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Janet Barber, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Janet has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Syracuse University.
I prefer the informal first-name approach, so please call me Jan. I'm drawn to Family Systems Theory because it honors both individual and relationship dynamics. I work with people navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and self-esteem issues.
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Nicholas Bonacci
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Nicholas Bonacci, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Nicholas has a Master of Science (MS) Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a Master of Science (MS) Addiction Counseling from Grand Canyon University.
I became a therapist after realizing, through my own recovery and spiritual journey, that people heal best when supported to look deeply inward. I pair experiential methods like Psychodrama and Brainspotting with trauma-focused therapies and prayer-healing models to help clients release old wounds and step into clarity, healing, and purpose.
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Gail-Ann Roberts
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Gail-Ann Roberts, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Gail-Ann has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Clinical from Fordham University.
I create a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings at your own pace. Together, we'll work through challenges like depression, anxiety, stress, and substance use concerns using evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs and goals.
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Jacqueline Raffaele
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Jacqueline Raffaele, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Jacqueline has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Adelphi University.
I offer an understanding, empathetic, and holistic approach focused on life's traumas and the connection between mind and body. Childhood dynamics continuously shape who we are in the present day, and we cannot heal until we identify and explore them.
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Ariella Peist
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Ariella Peist, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Ariella has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from Hunter College, School of Social Work.
For over 15 years, I've had the privilege of working and supporting people through some of life's most challenging moments. I combine clinical depth and a blend of a direct and accepting approach, as I believe real change happens when you feel truly safe, understood, and never alone in it.
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Kirbie Nelson
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Kirbie Nelson, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Kirbie has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from State University of New York, Albany.
Healing is a process, and I am here to provide an oasis of calm, giving you space to be present with your feelings and listen to your inner voice.
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Shira Piasek
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Shira Piasek, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Shira has a Master's in Counseling (MC) in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University and a Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University.
Through a compassionate lens, I help individuals and couples overcome issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship conflict.
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Shannon O'Brien
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Shannon O'Brien, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Shannon has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Northridge.
I look beyond initial complaints to deeply understand what drives the thoughts, feelings, or behaviors that bring you to therapy. I'm passionate about this work and take it seriously, but I also like to bring joy and a little levity where I can, as life can be really hard sometimes.
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Paula Williams
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Paula Williams, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Paula has a Master of Social Work from Adelphi University.
I'm so glad you're here. I help individuals and families work through anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationships. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices designed to support you in creating meaningful, lasting change.
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Elizabeth Pompeo
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Elizabeth Pompeo, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Elizabeth has a Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling from Medaille College.
I'm positively challenged by working with clients of varying ages and stages in life. My practice focuses on your whole life story, including family, interests, and personal characteristics.
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Joseph Stein
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like Joseph Stein, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Joseph has a Doctor of Philosophy (PHD) in Counseling and Counselor Education from George Washington University and a Master of Science Psychology (MSPSY) from The Institute for the Psychological Sciences.
I emphasize genuineness and critical self-awareness, seeing the person as a whole . My goal is empowering others towards their improved life and the belief that they are able to achieve it.
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Angela Monuszko
Recognized for high quality patient care
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Angela Monuszko, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Angela has a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from University of New York at Binghamton.
I have worked with clients from 3 to 93 years of age. I have practiced in many different settings, including outpatient mental health clinics, primary care offices, inpatient mental health units, substance use, in jails, and prisons. I have developed a well-rounded toolbox to assist my clients in achieving the life that they want to live.
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LaToya J. Johnson
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), like LaToya J. Johnson, are mental health professionals trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
LaToya J. has a Master of Arts in Psychology from Marist College.
I work with adolescents, young adults, individuals, couples, and families, helping them navigate life's challenges with compassion and understanding.
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Rosita Harris
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Rosita Harris, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Rosita has a Master of Social Work (MSW) in Disabilities Study Concentration from College of Staten Island.
I believe you have the capacity for happiness, relief, and feeling whole. Together, we'll explore your strengths and the resources already within you to create meaningful change in your life.
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Marissa Braun
Many new patients continue care with this provider
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs), like Marissa Braun, are mental health professionals trained in family systems who can diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Marissa has a Masters of Arts (MA) Marriage and Family Therapy from Medaille College.
I support you in navigating your life and relationships. Do you often feel disconnected or unheard by your spouse? There is a way to feel connected and heard. Together, you can gain new perspectives and learn tools to heal from problems in your relationship. I provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself.
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Daphne Smith
Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), like Daphne Smith, are social workers trained to diagnose and treat mental health issues and substance misuse with psychotherapy and counseling.
Daphne has a Master of Social Work (MSW) from State University of New York At Buffalo.
My approach to therapy is motivational in style, with a background in multiple cognitive behavioral approaches. My focus of practice is general mental health, families, PTSD, and trauma.
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