Therapist
Sydney Proux MHC-LP (Commack Suite 200)
Hello! My name is Sydney and I am a Mental Health Counselor-LP with a Master’s degree from SUNY Old Westbury. I am experienced in individual, family, and group therapy. I have worked with children, teens, and adults for a variety of mental health concerns including substance use, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, and trauma.
I utilize an integrative approach to treatment consisting of psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I also work with a multicultural lens exploring how intersecting identities may impact clients and their mental health. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the core of therapy, therefore I aim to establish trust, comfort, and safety with my clients. My goal is to assist clients in processing emotions, managing symptoms, and developing new perspectives. I look forward to being a part of your mental health journey.
Erica Velasquez MHC-LP (Commack Suite 200)
I am a Clinical Mental Health Counselor who earned a Master’s degree at Long Island University. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at SUNY Old Westbury. I have experience serving and advocating for children and their families facing various adversities. I have worked with all age groups from toddlers to older adults in both individual and group counseling settings, with a focus on teens and young adults. My work includes supporting those experiencing anxiety, depression, gender identity conflicts, grief and loss, trauma, autism, life transitions, and school or socialization related anxiety.
I am fluent in Spanish and hope to assist in the acceptance and normalization of psychotherapy in the hispanic community. I am mindful and respectful of my clients’ cultures and beliefs, where I aim to learn and incorporate their values in session. I believe therapy is very individual to the person and approaches can be bridged together to best suit the client. Some therapeutic approaches I gravitate towards include CBT, ACT, Person Centered, Mindfulness Based Therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy. I strive to create a safe, laid-back environment where you can feel welcome to be vulnerable and know you are being received with compassion and support. I look forward to working in collaboration with you as you achieve your goals for better mental health!
Brianna Paulino MHC-LP (Commack Suite 200)
"I am a Mental Health Counselor - LP that graduated from Teachers College at Columbia University with my double masters in Psychology and Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Bilingual/Latinx populations. Meaning, I utilize multicultural competency skills in order to take one’s culture, spirituality, sexual orientation, and gender into deep consideration in order to accommodate specific needs and understand the client deeply. The level of empathy, compassion, and care that I place into each therapeutic relationship has proven to build trust, safety and rapport with all of my clients. Additionally, I utilize person-centered care in which I am able to work closely with clients in order to individualize and adapt care based on their unique symptoms, needs, personalities, and goals. My therapeutic style is integrative and involves adapting different interventions from CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, and Mindfulness.
I have worked with adolescents, young adults, and older adults in group and individual sessions in outpatient and community settings. I have experience working with those struggling to deal with deep sadness, intense stress, relationship issues, loss, acculturation issues, interpersonal and intrapersonal concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and domestic violence. I also have knowledge working with children, experience working with minority communities, and understand the unique challenges that these populations face. Providing support and aiding my clients in the development of important, applicable skills to manage their emotions, build resilience, and persevere through life’s difficulties is of utmost significance.
Whether you're dealing with childhood issues, the challenges of adolescence or adulthood, or any other stressors, I'm here to guide and support you every step of the way. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, exploring your experiences, addressing trauma, and working towards healing and growth. In our sessions, you can expect validation, support, and empathy as we navigate this path together.
Congratulations on taking this courageous step towards self-care. I'm honored to be part of your journey toward positive change and greater well-being.
¡Hablo Español!"
Jillian Daniele MHC-LP (Commack Suite 200)
Welcome to the first step in the journey to improving your mental health. My name is Jill and I am a graduate from Long Island University where I obtained my Clinical Mental Health Counseling Masters. I am a dedicated mental health professional who is committed to creating a non-judgemental, genuine, collaborative, and empathic environment. I utilize a strengths-based approach to support my clients in becoming the best versions of themselves. The therapeutic relationship is the foundation which helps my clients make positive change. I have worked in multiple therapeutic settings including agencies and private practice. I believe in empowering my clients to foster their personal growth and guide them to their journey of healing. I have experience including anxiety, depression, life transitions, maladaptive behaviors and self-esteem/confidence building. I work with children, adolescents and adults. I strive to create an individualized multifaceted approach in practice. I tend to utilize CBT, DBT, mindfulness and solution-focused. My tailored interventions are designed to help support clients through their stages of life and empower them to overcome obstacles to achieve their goals. I look forward to helping you along this journey as we work together!
Julie Pignataro MHC-LP (Commack Suite 200)
Hi! My name is Julie and I obtained a masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Long Island University. I hold a bachelors is Psychology from Sacred Heart University.
My therapeutic approach is to create a safe and comfortable space to explore and process your thoughts and feelings while highlighting strengths. My goal is to help you navigate and manage life stressors in a judgement free space that follows your needs. Using a fuse of Person-Centered and Existential approaches, creates a tailored experience that follows where you are at and evolves with your journey. Working together collaboratively, we will overcome issues, create a healthy mindset and develop coping skills. I have worked closely with the eating disorder population and enjoy working with couples, families and children.