Find a licensed online therapist in Ames, NY

I hold a master's degree in marriage and family counseling and am a New York State licensed marriage and family therapist. I received my degree in 1996 and have guided many families, couples, and individuals to better relationships. I hold advanced certification in Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy through the Wellness Institute in Issaquah, WA, which has helped me identify and heal my own issues and, therefore, become a better therapist. I have had many personal growth experiences that have molded me into the person I am today, as well as making me a more empathetic therapist. I believe I needed to work through my own issues in order to give my best to you. My treatment specializations include help with depression and anxiety, couples counseling, family counseling, parenting support, grief counseling, stress management, family members of addicts, conflict resolution. My approach is a mixture of Family Systems techniques, Strategic techniques, and Solution-Focused counseling. I personalize my approach so it is tailored to your individual needs to help you attain the personal growth you are striving for. I assign homework if it seems appropriate to help you achieve clarity about a problem. I truly believe the answer lies within you and my role is to guide you to find it. I work at your pace whenever possible but will push if it seems like you are stuck. I understand how difficult it can be to seek help and know that it takes courage to work toward a more fulfilling life. You have already taken the first step by reaching out for help and I am here to support and empower you as you move forward. I look forward to getting to know you on your journey!

As a licensed therapist with nearly three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges with compassionate, culturally-informed care. I bring a deep understanding of women's issues, life transitions, and multicultural experiences to my therapeutic approach. My work focuses on helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, and navigate personal growth. I'm particularly skilled in supporting young adults, addressing workplace challenges, and working with individuals experiencing stress, mood disorders, and interpersonal difficulties. My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique journey. I draw from evidence-based practices to help clients build resilience, process challenging experiences, and discover their inner strength. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, seeking personal transformation, or working through life transitions, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.

I am a mental health counselor licensed in New York State with primary experience working with adults. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, mood instability, addiction and both childhood and adult trauma. My counseling style is empathetic and sincere. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion and a lack of judgement. In my work I utilize a combination of a cognitive-behavioral, compassion focused and psychodynamic approach. I believe the client is the center of therapy and plan to work with you in addressing the concerns you present. Together we will work to identify challenges you experience, barriers you are facing and work to develop effective and healthy coping skills. I will be available through a variety of modalities throughout this journey together so that we can find a way to best meet your needs and goals. I am looking forward to working with you and seeing what we can help you accomplish together!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed to practice in New York State. I have over 22 years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents and individuals with developmental disabilities. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including but not limited to depression, relationship issues, parenting problems, bullying, OCD, anxiety, and alcohol and substance abuse related issues. My counseling style is open, honest and interactive. My approach is to work with clients to develop a plan that will determine the best approach to better work with the client to achieve their treatment plan goals. My approach combines solution focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and a holistic approach. I will work with you to find the approach to meet your unique and specific needs. I look forward to working with you!

I am an individual and couples therapist licensed in New York, with over 20 years of clinical experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I have also helped clients with a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I have also helped those who have experienced trauma and emotional abuse. I am considered to be warm and compassionate, and my style is working interactively with clients. My approach combines humanistic, psychodynamic and goal-oriented therapy with a wide range of client issues, and a diverse client base. I have worked with chronic mental illness, including anxiety, depression, personality and eating disorders. In addition to self-esteem issues, life transitions and chronic illness. My goal is to establish a meaningful alliance, and collaborate wih you to develop better coping skills and more satisfying relaionships. I look forward to working with you!

My name is Tammy. I have 5 years of experience working with patients with dual diagnosis with substance abuse disorder and mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, bipolar and PTSD. I use the person centered approach and I will meet you where you are comfortable to begin therapy. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy , Emotional Functional Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and EMDR Therapy. If you are looking to learn coping skills , self-soothing techniques and moving past trauma, please contact me. I look forward to working with you.

I am licensed in New York with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have supported clients who were having difficulty with stress and anxiety, lgbtqia-related concerns, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and my role is to help you work towards increasing your quality of life. Taking the first step to sign up may have moved you outside of your comfort zone. Especially if therapy is new to you. Or perhaps you have tried therapy in the past and it just was not a good fit. Either way I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, couple's therapy, anger management, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Being positive is not always easy and takes effort for changing our negative programmed way of thinking, which we inherited from culture, family and others. I am here to support you in that process. I work with couples to repair trust, improve communication, and strengthen their emotional intimacy with each other. Couples also learn their love language, and the value of making the choice to Love, commitment, monogamy, and financial growth. It takes courage to seek out a more WE centered vs. EGO centered life and to take the necessary steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New York with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbt-related issues, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

As a licensed therapist in New York with over three decades of professional experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate family dynamics, career difficulties, and personal growth, with a particular focus on men's issues, young adult challenges, and attachment-related concerns. I bring a compassionate and nuanced approach to addressing social anxiety, panic disorders, self-esteem challenges, and emotional healing. My work is deeply rooted in understanding the unique experiences of individuals across different life stages, from young adults to those navigating midlife transitions. My therapeutic style emphasizes empowerment, personal insight, and holistic well-being. I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their emotions, work through guilt and shame, and develop strategies for meaningful personal transformation. Whether you're dealing with family conflicts, seasonal emotional shifts, or seeking guidance through significant life changes, I'm committed to walking alongside you with respect and understanding.

As a licensed clinician in Colorado, Missouri and New York, with over 15 years of professional work experience, I have had the opportunity to work with clients in a variety of settings. I take a strength based approach, blending together various treatment modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, mindfulness, as well as client centered approach, with the understanding that individuals or families are the experts in their life. It is my goal to work collaboratively with you to provide the tools and techniques necessary to achieve desired counseling outcomes.

I have my bachelor's in social work and earned my master's degree in mental health counseling in 2013. I have most of my experience in substance abuse treatment as well as grief, trauma, suicide prevention, and mood and anxiety disorders. I love being able to provide a listening ear and helping others find their way to a life that is more in alignment with their goals/desires and values. I approach therapy from a holistic standpoint and like to focus on all areas of an individual’s life. Though the focus for the session may be more centered on a specific topic, this can connect to multiple concerns a person has and improve ones overall life. We can work on this together. I work best with clients who strive for connection and growth. With each session a client usually comes away with new understanding about their situation. And if we can add a little humor to help process things, then all the more help with moving towards your life goals and dreams. Life can be really tough and carrying that weight alone can be exhausting. I am here to help life some of that weight, so hopefully you can get some relief and be able to have the life you dream about. I also do life coaching through the Law Of Attraction.

I am licensed in New York with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, bipolar disorder, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.