New York. Saint Lawrence County. In Person. All Filters. Filters 1. Verified Verified. Potsdam, NY I focus on empowering individuals in aligning with their true selves and reaching their fullest potential, as well as supporting couples or families through difficult times. I strive to provide a safe, therapeutic environment where you can heal, grow, and learn skills to transform your personal and professional life. My approach offers a person to examine the 'root causes' of one's specific psychological distress, rather than simply finding ways to manage it.
Unlike behavioral therapy's focus on the learning of 'coping skills' and 'triggers', the psychoanalytic approach attempts to provide the patient with the unconscious basis of a pathological symptom, thus allowing for a greater sense of agency to address it, rather than simply 'managing' the same re-occurring pattern or behavioral response. Theresa W. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who enjoys working with people who have made a commitment to their health and personal growth.
My approach is tailored to fit the needs of the client, so clients can feel comfortable, which frees them to focus on solving their problems and improving their well-being.
I have experience counseling children, adolescents, and adults on issues including abuse, life transitions, relationship problems, grief, anxiety, depression, and gender identity issues. I have opened a private practice in Potsdam NY in order to provide culturally-competent, trauma-focused, client centered mental health services. Are you ready to break free from the weight of trauma, anxiety, or stress? Serves Area. Asking for help is hard. I aim to offer support to anyone who is struggling with their mental health by practicing a person-centered approach and utilizing my experience with a variety of approaches, including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, positive psychology, mindfulness and coping skills development.
Not accepting new clients. Having some tough times with your kiddo? Not sure how to get him off the electronics to do his chores? Maybe your at your wits end with the temper tantrums and are feeling defeated? Where did all these outbursts come from?
