The goal of our team of counselors is to provide you with expert care in a supportive setting. Utilizing modern, evidence-based counseling practices, extensive experience, and established theory, we will help you upgrade the way you think. Our counseling services are designed to help you navigate the changing world better, operate more effectively at work, and become happier in your relationships.
Our highly-trained staff will empower you with tools proven to help optimize your future and cope with the challenges of living more effectively. In a safe and respectful setting, we will concentrate on practical solutions for the present, while also bringing insight into how the past may still be influencing your thoughts, behaviors, and feelings.
You don’t have to be diagnosed with a mental-health problem to benefit from psychotherapy – we will work together to help address any concerns you may have about counseling. Therapy can offer a safe and supportive environment to find perspective, heal wounds, explore relationships, and solve problems related to areas such as:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is the most widely-researched and evidence-based form of therapy available today. In more than one thousand studies, CBT has been shown to be effective in treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders and psychological problems. In contrast to other forms of psychotherapy, cognitive therapy is focused on the present. This form of therapy is practical and problem-solving oriented.
Depression
Occasionally feeling down or “blue” is a normal part of life. That said, if you can’t get yourself out of bed in the morning, have prolonged feelings of despair or emptiness, or if you’ve lost enjoyment in life, then this may be a signal of a more serious issue. Depression, which can occur acutely or chronically, can have significant adverse effects on your relationships, work or school life, sleeping and eating habits, as well as general well-being.
Anxiety
Some level of anxiety and stress is a normal part of everyday life. Everyone experiences anxiety from time to time; in fact, some levels of stress can even help produce positive adaptive behaviors. Stress is an inherent response that was necessary for the survival of our ancient ancestors. When anxiety interferes with your daily life by impairing your social, occupational, and daily function, it may be time to seek help from the best therapists for anxiety.
Anger
No one has ever gotten in trouble for simply feeling anger. It is how anger is dealt with that can cause problems. Anger is sometimes an appropriate response, but how you channel and manage that anger is critical. Left unchecked, mismanaged anger has the potential for substantial risk, perhaps more than any other emotion. Mismanaged anger can alienate us from people, lead us to do things that we regret, and in some instances, it can lead to aggression and violence.
Perfectionism
For perfectionists, life is an endless report card on accomplishments or looks. Perfectionism is a fast track to unhappiness, and it is often accompanied by depression as well as eating disorders. While those in the grip of perfectionism desire success, they are usually most focused on avoiding failure. This gives perfectionists a negative orientation, which is what makes perfectionism so toxic. Luckily, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness therapy can be extremely helpful to perfectionists.
OCD
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder can include include obsessions, compulsions or both. OCD obsessions are repeated, persistent and unwanted urges or images that cause distress or anxiety. You might try to get rid of them by performing a compulsion or ritual. These obsessions typically intrude when you’re trying to think of or do other things.
Grief
Grief is a natural part of the human experience. Most everyone has lost a loved one, a friend, or a beloved pet. There is no set period where grief will take hold and then disappear. Some people find themselves recovering from grief within a few days. Others spend years never truly overcoming their loss.
Seeking out bereavement support groups in NYC can be helpful. Sharing your emotions with others who have gone through similar feelings can be cathartic. In other cases, formal grief counseling can be beneficial.
Couples Therapy
It’s not unusual for relationships to face challenges amidst the fast-paced lifestyle that defines life in New York. Couples therapy can help get you back on track.
Citron Hennessey Therapy offers a safe and nurturing space in which couples can navigate their challenges and find solutions together. Our experienced professionals are here to help you reconnect and foster the growth and understanding you need to bring about positive transformation.
LGBTQ+ Issues
Growing up lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ+) in a society where heterosexuality is the norm can present many significant challenges. These challenges may result from childhood or adolescent struggles around feeling “different.” Our team of counselors has expertise is helping people overcome these challenges and become happier in their lives.
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Both in-person and virtual sessions are offered.
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