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Long Island EMDR offers evidence-based care to individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities, including veterans and the LGBTQ+ community.
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Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety is like a pesky mosquito that just keeps reminding you of all things big and small for you to incessantly worry about. Imagine what life would be like if you didn't have to talk yourself out of all of those unwanted and unhelpful thoughts all day long! At Long Island EMDR, we treat the root causes of your anxiety for deep lasting change and healing. Unlike traditional therapy, we help you to learn how to regulate your nervous system and actual re-wire your brain- for lasting, meaningful change.
Art Therapy
Art therapy is a mental health practice that uses art materials and the creative process to explore emotions, reduce stress/anxiety and increase self esteem/self worth. When participating in art therapy the focus is on the process and not the final product, this takes the pressure off the idea of becoming a great artist or needing to be artistic prior and allows the client to find meaning and connection in their life through expression. A great modality for children, teens and open-minded adults.
EMDR Intensives
Reclaim your life in DAYS with EMDR Intensives! EMDR intensives are a flexible form of EMDR therapy to help you reach your goals quickly and effectively. Intensives are perfect for the busy individual who does not have the time for weekly sessions. Intensives are a great fit for the individual who already has the insight and the coping skills but continues to struggle with the physical aspects of trauma and anxiety. Streamline your healing today. Financing options available.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR Therapy is a progressive psychotherapy tool used to enable people to heal from past trauma. EMDR therapy has been thoroughly researched and is effective in treating the “everyday” memories that are the reason people have low self-esteem, feelings of powerlessness, and all the myriad problems that bring them in for therapy. EMDR allows your mind to heal itself with the existing information and positive memories that you already have. Your therapist is just there to provide support and structure.
First Responders
When danger is all around, who steps up to answer the call? You, brave first responder! As a thank you for the selfless sacrifice you make every day, we're here to give back to you and ensure you're not taking on too much of a burden alone. As a first responder, you have witnessed events that are in and of themselves traumatic. Research shows that what you see, hear and deal with day in and day out has a huge effect on your overall nervous system regulation. Your courage deserves recognition – let us help lighten the load.
Forest Therapy
Forest therapy is a practice; a gateway to allow a relationship of reciprocity to develop and strengthen, whereby the guide and forest (or other setting) partner together to allow for both to feel complete.
Grief and Loss Counseling
Regardless of if you lost someone suddenly or knew death was near, losing someone you love is never easy. Grief can impact all aspects of your life. It can even cause you to question the point of life itself. In grief counseling sessions, your counselor will create a safe, nonjudgmental and gentle environment for you to begin processing your loss. With support, you can work through these big emotions, come to understand and accept your experience, honor the person you lost and move forward with a little more ease.
Group Therapy
At Long Island EMDR, our highly-trained mental health professionals, experienced in group therapy, specialize in assisting individuals struggling with mental health issues such as trauma, grief, and anxiety. With the support of your peers and mental health professionals, you can gain confidence, develop resilience, and discover ways to overcome the barriers and challenges in your life.
Imposter Syndrome
Do you constantly question your abilities despite your many successes? If so you may be struggling with imposter syndrome. Imposter syndrome can hold you back from trying new things, putting yourself out there or leave you constantly questioning your every move. Beat imposter syndrome: Shed the chains of self-doubt and take back your life. You deserve to feel like the confident, empowered bad-ass that you truly are. Start your journey to triumph and authenticity with Long Island EMDR today.
Parenting
Parenting is hard- no doubt about it. But, why? Well because between society, the media and your own upbringing you've likely received a lot of inconsistent messaging on what it means to be a good parent. All parents we have worked with have one goal- to mold our children into healthy, adaptive, empowered adults who can navigate the world. At Long Island EMDR, our counselors help frustrated parents regain confidence in parenting and build a better understanding of their children and themselves.
Performance Anxiety
Is performance anxiety preventing you from reaching your full potential? Whether it's on the field, on the stage or in the board room, we can help you to feel confident in yourself regardless of where you are or who you are with. Find freedom from the chains of performance anxiety. Take the first step towards healing with Long Island EMDR. Our specialized treatment will assist you in becoming the athlete, actor, public speaker and human you were destined to be. Regain your confidence and reclaim your life.
Post-Car Accident Anxiety and/or PTSD
Ever since the accident you have anxiety every time you are behind the wheel. In a split-second activities that once seemed mundane, now cause some serious internal discomfort and sometimes even change the way you see yourself and the world. Don't let trauma hold you back. Reclaim your life with Long Island EMDR. Get evidence-based therapy to boost confidence and success after a traumatic car accident. Get back behind the wheel with confidence.
Psychiatry & Medication Management
We understand medication isn't for everyone, but for some, it's a critical aspect of achieving progress and finding relief.
Sexual Identity & Gender
At Long Island EMDR, we know and understand that your identity is so much more than whom you love and how you identify. We pride ourselves in being a LGBTQIA+ friendly practice. We understand the marginalization the LGBTQIA+ community faces and the challenges our clients with these identities experience that are unique to their community. We are an affirming practice that strives to help you work through your mental health difficulties, no matter how you identify or who you love.
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is short-term treatment to help children ages 3-18, as well as their caregivers, who have experienced trauma. TF-CBT assists children in learning coping skills to manage their stress and emotions. Additionally, TF-CBT reduces emotional charge of the traumatic event and it's associated triggers. TF-CBT helps to increase self-esteem, confidence and feelings of happiness.
Trauma Therapy & PTSD Treatment
Trauma is defined as any event that overwhelms a person's capacity to cope. If you've encountered a situation where your usual coping mechanisms proved ineffective, you've undergone a traumatic experience. You deserve relief from PTSD symptoms like sleep disturbances, intrusive memories, self-doubt, depression, and anxiety. Regardless of where you currently stand in your healing journey the path to healing begins here.
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EMDR therapy for Depression in Suffolk County, NY
Much to the relief of mental health workers the stigma attached to depression is lessening as awareness increases. Times are changing and so are your options when it comes to seeking treatment for depression. EMDR can be an effective means to treat your depression when traditional options have not helped.
Most people are familiar with depression, or at least familiar with the fact that it exists and anyone can struggle with it. However, many people may not know where to start when it comes to how to treat it effectively. Traditional therapy and medication do help, without a doubt. But what happens when it’s just not enough or you aren’t feeling relief? If that question rings true for you, please know that you do have options for EMDR therapy for depression in Suffolk County, NY.
Comparing Trauma Therapy: A Look at TF-CBT and EMDR
Trauma therapy is a specialized form of therapy that focuses on helping individuals who have experienced a traumatic event or are struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Two popular and effective approaches to trauma therapy are TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Both techniques have been extensively researched and have shown promising results in treating trauma and PTSD. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at these two approaches and explore their similarities, differences, and effectiveness as PTSD treatments.
Trauma Therapy to Help Prioritize Your Values
Many of my clients have difficulty living the life they want and need to feel truly happy. They struggle with expectations placed on them by others, feelings of guilt if they put themselves first and most days feel like they cannot catch their breathe. Trauma therapy can help you to end old patterns and put yourself first. Self-care isn't selfish- I know it's a clique but it is true. You need to take care of you to be your best self for your family, friends and career. If this is speaking to you, strap in- I have some Pro-tips for you.