I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York State. I have 16 years of experience combined with Agency and Elementary School experience. The majority of my clinical work ranges anywhere between 5-adulthood. Much of my experience has been with trauma, abuse, loss and familial disruption. I have also worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges and changes, OCD and ADHD. My counseling approach can be described as friendly, supportive, warm and inviting. I understand how difficult it can be to ask for help, and I want to make it as comfortable as possible. I use a combined approach of Psychodynamic, Client Centered Therapy (CCT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when working with clients. I will focus our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. If you are ready to take the next step toward a happier and more fulfilling life; I will be here to support and encourage you along this journey. I look forward to working with you!

I am licensed in New York with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & coping with life changes. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and 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.

By way of introduction, I am John Shafer, LCSW-R. In 1998, I graduated from Syracuse University's School of Social Work with my master's in social work. Throughout my social work career, I strived to learn from the highest credentialed and experienced professionals. Background wise, I have experience working with people in the following areas: rural community mental health settings, school-based mental health settings, city and suburban settings. Vocationally, diversification of approaches to working with people from an array of different environments provided my basis for success. I worked with people across the spectrum of age ranges from three years old to people in their nineties. Also, I gained experience working with people from different socio-economic statuses. Over the years, my ongoing diversity training afforded me opportunities to hone my clinical skills related to populations covering a wide gamut of racial and ethnic backgrounds. I sought to develop techniques to address gender identity expressions that was done in a culturally sensitive manner. Along the way, I prided myself on developing counseling and psycho-therapy skills. In the course of working with people, the therapy models I used most often included: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Narrative Therapy, Strengths Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. In general, my employment opportunities accorded me the chance to develop clinical skills. I implemented different types of therapy such as individual therapy, couple's therapy and group therapy; all of which provided me with professional development opportunities. Interweaving professional experiences with evidence based therapy models, I work collaboratively with people to attain client-centered and person-centered goals.

Hello. I am a NY Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Use Disorder Counselor with a gambling certification (CASAC-G). I have a combined OMH and NY OASAS Certificate to work with clients with Co-existing disorders (IMHATT). I have over 20 years of experience working as a counselor throughout the Capital Region. I specialize in treating adults, family members and loved ones experiencing problems associated with Addictions, Substance Use Disorders and Mental Health Disorders. I have a long history of providing services for Addictions, Codependency, Relationships, Grief and Loss, Trauma and Coping with Anxiety and other Stressors. If you need help to overcome life's hurdles and reach your fullest potential, developing a therapeutic partnership can help you achieve that. If you are tired of feeling powerless to change your circumstances, seeking help is the first step toward finding and living the life you have always wanted. I look forward to becoming a catalyst of positive change in your life and someone who can point you to resources that will best help you achieve that.

I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & depression. 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 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma, abuse, intimacy related issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New York with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and 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 bilingual, speaking Spanish and English, with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in supporting clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 get tarted can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New York and Florida and have been a psychologist for 40 years. I have experience in helping patients with stress and anxiety, LGBTQ+ related issues, coping with grief, loss, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. It takes courage to begin therapy in order to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps toward change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I am to provide each patient with a safe and nonjudgmental place to explore their issues, change their perceptions and create a repertoire of healthy and productive behaviors.

I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. 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. 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 York with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, career difficulties, & despression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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, I bring over a decade of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and personal growth. With expertise in addressing self-esteem, family conflicts, and young adult transitions, I offer culturally responsive care that honors each person's unique journey. My bilingual background in English and Spanish allows me to connect deeply with diverse communities. I specialize in supporting individuals working through social anxiety, communication barriers, isolation, and life purpose exploration. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on empowering clients to develop stronger self-understanding and resilience. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past wounds, and cultivate meaningful personal transformation. Whether you're dealing with relationship challenges, seeking greater self-acceptance, or navigating significant life transitions, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional guidance.

My services include individual counseling for adults addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, stress management, burnout, grief and loss, identity exploration, and adjustment to personal or professional change. I also support clients navigating complex systems such as education, workforce, or public institutions, helping them manage overwhelm, clarify goals, and strengthen coping strategies.

As a licensed therapist serving New York, I bring 15 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients to navigate challenges related to depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, trauma recovery, and self-esteem development. I specialize in addressing diverse life experiences, with a particular focus on women's issues, workplace challenges, communication barriers, and healing from interpersonal trauma. My approach honors each client's unique journey, creating a compassionate space for exploring personal growth, social connections, and emotional resilience. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I support clients in developing deeper self-understanding, confronting isolation, and rediscovering personal purpose. Whether you're managing panic symptoms, processing relationship transitions, or seeking to strengthen emotional wellness, I'm committed to walking alongside you with culturally responsive and affirming care.