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Taking a patients medical , family background and history to diagnos a problem. I have the patient write out their thoughts, fantasies and dreams to investigate the subconscious. Psycotherapy takes alot of introspection and is a long term therapy designed to help the patient to gain a greater understanding of themselves and their life. It is not for mmdiate changes and not just for the patient who is mentallly ill or in crisis. It is designed to help the patient know themselves and make decisions conducive to their self empowerment, value system and life goals.

My approach to psychotherapy and counseling is to form an alliance with the client where they feel safe to share thoughts feelings, and behaviors. While providing psychotherapy to numerous clients In Westchester and Putnam County, they feel empathy and caring that I'm trying to help. Solutions oriented counseling helps clients achieve their goals. Whether its individual or couples psychotherapy, Chris Colasuonno, LCSW-R, MBA, CASASC has treated numerous clients with diverse issues such as couples therapy, mental health, addiction, anger and stress.

I truly believe that the best type of psychotherapy is the eclectic model. Eclectic simply means that I do not completely subscribe to one "modality" and see the enormous benefit most of the therapies have when it comes to interventions and insights. A therapist's client demographics frequently changes, shouldn't too the psychotherapists interventions?

Psychotherapy is where you will meet with an individual therapist to establish goals and work with on these goals each week so you are on the path to making progress. Psychotherapy looks into what the presenting problems are and how you can manage what is getting in the way of living your best life. We have worked with an array of presenting problems so you can bet one of our therapists has treated a similar presenting problem and has experience guiding you through your goals.

Psychotherapy is an umbrella term for the work I do with clients. With couples psychotherapy involves the Gottman method and with individuals it involves many different approaches that are best suited for the individual at hand. Through psychotherapy, I provide a safe space for clients to share what they've been going through as well as their goals and guide them in reaching those goals.

My practice is based on an Integrative approach to psychotherapy and health and lifestyle. Expanded creativity and general ability for one to make positive changes is the goal. Neuro scientific research has shown that psychoanalysis evokes lasting change. Psychoanalysis makes use of metaphor, dreams, art, writing, and poetry for individual expression.

Couples tell me that I am unlike most other therapists because I work in-office and don't offer teletherapy and they were grateful to find someone who believes in-office work is optimal. My clients tell me that they feel supported and comfortable in our sessions and that I have the ability to keep track of the important details of their lives. Our work pays dividends to you as you develop lifelong tools to: manage conflict, improve communication, lower stress, and reduce anxiety and depression. We will work together to help you become empowered with the confidence to take care of yourself while also “juggling” life’s commitments, resulting in you finally getting the life that you want.

Why seek psychotherapy? People from children to the elderly can highly benefit from deepening their insight. This insight can lead to new opportunities, including improved relations at work and in the home. With a decade of training, and over a decade of experience, I am able to help people get to know themselves at a deeper level to achieve decreased anxiety, depression, impulsivity, and more, as well as to deepen life fulfillment. Please contact me to set up an appointment so you can invest in yourself and realize these gains.

As a psychotherapist I utilize numerous theories from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to family therapy, to psychodynamic theories. Hence, clients wishing to go deeper than general counseling, may do so with me. I typically begin with more behavioral therapy, then get into the deeper therapy as requested in order to resolve unhelpful patterns at the root for the longest lasting results.

This is the basis of all therapy. It is helping an Individual family or group by using a clinically trained professional to assist these person(s) Emotional disturbances happen at various times in our lives and we are usually unprepared for the fallout it has in our live. Working with an experienced clinician can many times help illuminate the issues and how to obtain some tools to deal with these emotional experiences

Psychotherapy can be an effective tool in providing you with the necessary support and strategies to overcome the challenges you face. By starting therapy, you are taking control and action to change what no longer works in your life. I utilize Utilizing a variety of approaches including Cognitive/Cognitive-Behavioral, Existential/Humanistic, Person-Centered, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and more. I work along side you to create a treatment plan that is customized to meet your unique circumstances.

Prioritize your wellness with psychotherapy in conjunction with medication management. Psychotherapy can offer a place to look at your current and past experiences from new perspectives and receive support as you move into the next chapter of your life. Let’s look at your wellness beyond just the biology. I want you to feel in control of your own wellness. As your doctor, I am committed to equipping you with the information you need to make clear, informed choices about your health.

My practice of Integrative Psychotherapy operates at the convergence of body, mind and spirit. You will progress towards your goals more rapidly because our approach is respectful, organic and wholistic. I know that within you are the seeds for your own personal healing. In our work together you will access your inner guidance and gain tools that you may continue to apply for your own growth and evolution. Self-limiting patterns will be released and you will find and express greater peace and fulfillment.

As we explore and identify negative thoughts patterns/triggers, and learn how to replace them with positive healthy ones, my clients will resolve emotional, behavioral problems and disturbances thus enabling them to lead a happier and a more productive life. I apply evidenced based techniques, such as cognitive behavior therapy, (CBT), trauma focused CBT, Client Centered therapy, Solution Focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing modalities and Rational Emotive Behavior therapy. As with any powerful treatment, therapy includes risks and benefits. The main risk is that things may change in your life. This may seem obvious, but it is important to consider the discomfort that even positive change may cause in your lifestyle

Psychotherapy is not anything to be scared of, or intimidated about. Seeking out a therapist or being in therapy isn't an admission of weakness or some kind of character flaw. Therapy is a collaborative process and a partnership with someone who is trained in and experienced with facilitating personal growth. And in this process, you are in the driver's seat. Our minds and emotions and relationships involve complicated machinery just like our bodies do and in the same way a medical doctor helps you stay physically healthy, Psychotherapy is designed to help you be and stay mentally and socially strong, and continually in a position to take on life's many challenges as your best self.

I am truly honored to work with individuals and couples from all backgrounds and orientations. I am also proud to partner with underserved populations such as those in law enforcement, the military, faith based and LGBTQIA+ communities. I respect and honor you as the expert in your own life and will create a space that is safe, affirming, and authentic.

I create a caring, safe, empathetic environment for you to share your story, you are not alone. Together we will look at the hidden dynamics of your situation which may have been passed down from previous generation. Then I will assist you to stand in you power which will help you to make the necessary adjustments so that you can move forward in a new healthier, happier direction.

Psychotherapy is the use of psychological methods to help a person change behavior and overcome problems in a positive manner. Its aim is to help people understand the thoughts behind feeling anxious or depressed and addressing these thinking patterns. Psychotherapy will help you change behaviors and habits that are limiting you, to experiencing your fullest potential.

A fulfilling, meaningful life. Many of us yearn for it and have struggled for it, with little success. Perhaps anxiety, fear, or depression get in your way. Maybe you're wrestled down by unwanted, unpleasant memories of a difficult past. For some, the pathway may be blocked by the effects of alcohol or drug use. Has anger often knocked you off balance? My approach to psychotherapy, which relies heavily on research-supported methods in the Cognitive-Behavioral, Mindfulness, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) traditions, seeks to restore your path to that meaningful life by helping you navigate those painful emotions, thoughts, memories and experiences that seem to hold you back.

James Hillman once said, "We've had a hundred years of psychotherapy and the world is getting worse." While there are many occasions where the validation and listening endemic to psychotherapy makes sense, there are times where we over assume that "feeling better" and "changing behavior" are the same. Grey Matters International, Inc. goes after the forgotten brain laws to behavior change that therapists miss when processing hours and hours of dialogues with people. Utilizing a cutting edge technology to facilitate the emotional process of change, we can make the therapy process way more effective, faster, and with less money spent. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or 877-606-6161.