Find a licensed online therapist in Ovid, 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!

Hi my name is Lynda Nora Durand and I go by Nora. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 10 years of experience in the state of Florida and New York. I am a Florida native who moved to New York years ago. I have a Master in Mental Health Counseling and a certificate in Child and Adolescent Studies. I have worked in child welfare as an advocate and counselor to youth in foster care from there I became a crisis counselor for Hurricane Sandy Victims, to then run a crisis respite center for individuals with what we call “severe mental illness” where we provided a peer environment in which individual’s experiencing psychosis but did not rise to the level of hospitalization could have a place to stay away from their activating environment, and currently I work with victims of crimes. I shared so much detail as to my prior work experience because it speaks to the way I work with individuals. I believe in meeting every person where they are at and providing a compassionate non-judgmental space to process and explore their individual reality. My approach is a combination of Intentional Peer Support, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Need Adaptive Treatment model. I do my best to be creative with the therapy I provide and tailor it to the individual that I am working with. I am so happy that you have taken this step to work on your emotional and mental health and look forward to the opportunity to be a support alongside you in this journey.

Hi, My name is Kerline Alexis I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with many years of experience. I am a licensed in New York. I have worked with individuals, couples and families from a various backgrounds and life situations. I have been helping and supporting people long before I acquired my degree in mental health counseling. My career and life experiences has allowed me to work in areas of mental health, learning disabilities, chronic illnesses, childhood as well as young adult issues. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and nonjudgmental. My approach combines psychodynamic and cognitive –behavioral counseling. My goal is to support and empower you to address life issues and to help you learn effective coping strategies. I am excited to have the privilege of working with you!

I am a mental health counselor licensed in New York with over 25 years of experience working as a therapist with an emphasis on Christian counseling. I have worked with clients having a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, family and relationship issues and PTSD. I have worked with a diverse population of all ages. I have helped the people who have taken that extra step and sought assistance with life's trials by listening and allowing the individual themselves to work towards their goals with the support that is needed. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach is client centered, solution focused, and Christian based. I practice active listening with treatment focused on specific needs The courage it takes to reach out for help is just the first step on a journey towards the changes necessary to have a fulfilling and contented life. I look forward to working with you.

As a licensed therapist in New York, I bring over two decades of compassionate clinical experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My practice centers on helping clients navigate diverse experiences, with specialized expertise in depression, anxiety, workplace dynamics, and multicultural concerns. I am deeply committed to creating an affirming therapeutic space that honors each person's unique identity and journey. My approach is particularly attuned to supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, professionals experiencing career transitions, and those managing mood disorders, including postpartum depression. Drawing from extensive clinical training, I offer a culturally responsive framework that centers client strengths and empowers personal growth. My work is grounded in understanding the intersections of mental health, cultural background, and individual experience. I approach each therapeutic relationship with genuine respect, active listening, and a collaborative spirit. My goal is to support you in developing deeper self-understanding, resilience, and meaningful strategies for emotional well-being. Together, we can explore your challenges, celebrate your strengths, and cultivate pathways toward healing and personal transformation.

I am licensed in New York with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, adhd , trauma, secondary trauma, PTSD.. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will create a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & anger management, bipolar disorder & depression. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Therapy can be an exciting experience. You have an opportunity to go back to zero and rebuild your life on your own terms. Developing the incite needed to make the changes you want as well as the needed coping skills. Learning that you can be happy on purpose and that you are not limited by the past.

I especially enjoy working with young professionals, adults, and older individuals who are navigating major life changes, emotional stress, relationship difficulties, or feelings of loneliness and overwhelm. I understand that every stage of life comes with unique challenges, and I strive to create a supportive space where clients feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to grow. I focus on helping clients work through social anxiety, communication difficulties, attachment challenges, and feelings of isolation. My approach is compassionate and supportive, encouraging clients to explore their emotions, build self-confidence, develop healthier coping skills, and reconnect with a sense of purpose and balance in their lives. Using a trauma-informed and client-centered approach, I work collaboratively with clients to create goals and strategies that reflect their unique experiences and strengths. My goal is to help you build greater emotional awareness, strengthen relationships, and create a more fulfilling and meaningful life

I’m a licensed mental health counselor dedicated to helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, stress, and life’s most challenging transitions. With a warm, collaborative, and evidence based approach, I strive to create a safe virtual space where clients feel understood, supported and empowered to create meaningful change. I specialize in treating generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorders, and anxiety related to school, work, or relationships. My goal is to meet each client where they are, help them build practical coping skills and guide them toward greater emotional resilience and a more fulfilling, balanced life.

As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on helping clients develop self-love, improve communication skills, and work through challenging life transitions. I have expertise in addressing social anxiety, attachment dynamics, caregiver stress, and personal growth challenges. My therapeutic practice focuses on creating a compassionate, affirming space where clients can explore their experiences with guilt, shame, and relationship difficulties. Whether you're processing a separation, seeking clarity about life purpose, or working to build more confident interpersonal connections, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I aim to help you develop practical strategies for emotional resilience and personal transformation. My goal is to support you in understanding yourself more deeply and creating meaningful, positive change in your life.

People come in to my virtual office every day with different presenting problems, some kind of pain, and yet are all looking for the same thing. They are looking for peace. What is peace? Peace is being free from stress and anxiety. Peace is the experience of living in your own body and spirit and being at home there. A feeling of calm amid the storm. While we cannot have this peaceful feeling all the time, we can have it more. In therapy we can explore what the obstacles are to your peace and figure out how to overcome those obstacles. I have an eclectic approach tailored to the needs of each person I work with. I look forward to getting to know you and to helping you define your goals for therapy.

I'm a therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. Over the years, I've worked with clients navigating depression, anxiety, stress, grief, and the complexities of family relationships. I'm particularly skilled at helping people cope with significant life transitions and build resilience during times of change. My approach is grounded in empathy and collaboration. I believe that therapy works best when we work together as partners—when you feel heard, respected, and genuinely supported. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your feelings and experiences at your own pace. Whether you're struggling with overwhelming emotions, relationship challenges, or the weight of loss, I'm here to help you find clarity and move forward. I draw on evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. Taking the step to seek therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

I welcome anyone at any stage of considering therapy—whether they want to build skills or process life experiences. With over 16 years of experience, I work with individuals of all ages and walks of life, including those with extensive histories of trauma and substance use. I help my clients move forward by meeting them with compassion, honesty, and integrity as we work through their challenges together. I work with individuals navigating trauma, substance use, grief and loss, cancer-related challenges, as well as depression and anxiety. I have extensive training in trauma-informed care and provide a space that is open, safe, and welcoming. I approach my work with kindness, while also being honest and genuine. In a fast-paced world, we often put others first and lose ourselves. Taking time for you matters—this can be that space. Whether working through negative thoughts, difficult experiences, or identity exploration, I offer a supportive, judgment-free place to be seen and heard.

I believe an LMHC should have a commitment to community work and should be detailed and organized, with exceptional written/oral communication skills, and be comfortable working directly with clients. Through my experience as both an LMHC and a Supervisor I have gained a commitment to community work, as well as organizational skills and keen attention to detail. Through my experiences, I have gained a vast amount of knowledge about how to best work with clients who are struggling in their daily lives. I truly understand how to develop a client and counselor relationship and I have seen how powerful this relationship can be. From my experiences I have polished my skills in various therapeutic approaches such as CBT and Gestalt Therapy.