Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in West Hempstead, NY
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Colette Pauta
Counselor/Therapist
If you're looking for someone who will truly listen and help you feel heard and seen, my goal is to offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform. I take a warm, relational, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you where you're at with curiosity and care. I believe that humor has a place in healing, and when used thoughtfully, it can make difficult conversations feel less intimidating and more human. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in understanding how your experiences, relationships, and environment shape the challenging you're facing. Together, we'll explore patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools that feel relevant to your everyday life. Therapy with me is not about having all the answers, it's about creating space to slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust. Whether you're thinking about therapy for the first time, or have been in the counseling space before, I welcome the opportunity to get to know who you are at your core.
1 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
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Resilience Therapy Group
Therapist, LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP, PMH-C
You're the one who holds a lot together, at work, at home, for the people who count on you. Underneath that, something has been asking for attention: the anxiety that won't quiet down, the patterns that keep repeating, the grief or the history you've never had room to feel. At Resilience Therapy, a group psychotherapy practice with offices in Manhattan and Port Washington and online therapy across New York, New Jersey, Florida, and several other states, you don't have to sort it out alone. Our clinicians bring real range, from anxiety, trauma, and OCD to addiction, relationships, depression, and life transitions, so the care you get actually fits the life you're living.
Because we're a team rather than a single therapist, we can match you with the clinician who truly fits what you're navigating, whether that's an evidence-based approach like CBT or EMDR, family and couples work, or a warm, depth-oriented space to understand yourself more honestly. Our therapists work with individuals, couples, families, teens, and adults, and some also offer sessions in additional languages such as Russian, French, and Spanish. Reaching out is often the hardest part, so let's take that first step together and find the right person for you.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Hempstead, NY
Online in West Hempstead, NY
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Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
What makes my practice unique is the way I integrate evidence-based care with a deeply collaborative, person-centered approach. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves, understood without judgment, and supported in a way that honors their autonomy, values, and lived experience.
I work from a place of curiosity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I always meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor therapy using various modalities to fit each person’s needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to navigate what they are going through. My role is not to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, your patterns, and your emotional world so that you can begin responding to life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I also prioritize accessibility and convenience by offering fully virtual therapy, allowing you to access care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. With flexible scheduling, therapy can be integrated into your life in a way that feels realistic and supportive rather than overwhelming.
If you are looking for a therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful change that aligns with who you are and what matters to you, I would be honored to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
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Grey Matters International, Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, BA, MA, PhD (Clinical Psych) from Univ of Notre Dame; Postdoc Residency Univ of Wyoming
"We've Had A Hundred Years of Psychotherapy and the World's Getting Worse" (Hillman)......If this quote resonates with you and you want a groundbreaking approach using neuroscience, we are your group........You can also view more about me from a video at www.greymattersintl.com
My work via a combination of cutting edge neurotechnology solutions & keen insightful advisory work has shown results 3-4 times faster than traditional 'old school' counseling. Email me anytime to learn more at info@greymattersintl.com
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Hempstead, NY
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Lincoln Square Psycholtherapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW
Choosing a therapist is tough. You deserve high-quality treatment at a reasonable rate. A therapist that is affirmative, experienced, and non-judgmental. We are here to listen and guide your therapy process. Our goal is for you to leave your first meeting feeling heard and supported. Our sessions will allow you to better understand why you act, feel, and think the way that you do. We help with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, trauma, anger management, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ issues, and many other stressors affecting today’s world.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Hempstead, NY
Online in West Hempstead, NY
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Chrissie Chua- Ly van manh
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC-D, LPC
I’m a therapist with over 10 years of experience helping people work through anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, and life challenges across many different settings and stages of life. I bring a warm, kind, and grounded approach to my work, and I use humor when it helps create ease and connection in the room.
I believe therapy should feel both safe and effective. My priority is building a strong, trusting relationship where you feel comfortable being yourself and talking about what’s really going on beneath the surface. I also value collaboration, and I welcome feedback from clients so we can shape the work together in a way that feels most helpful for you.
Together, we can explore the deeper history and past experiences you may still be carrying- especially the ones that continue to impact your stress, mood, relationships, and sense of self today. At the same time, I bring structure to our work so sessions feel focused, intentional, and productive, making sure your time is used in a meaningful and thoughtful way.
My goal is for you to feel more understood, supported, and connected to yourself as you move toward real and lasting change.
10 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
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New Perspectives Psychotherapy
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC, LCMHC, LPC, LCPC
My name is Patricia Ductan and my ideal clients are those who are motivated or at least contemplating change. Life transitions, Anxiety, Work stress, Depression & low mood, Perfectionism & burnout, Self-criticism, Sleep & rumination, Unhealthy Communication patterns, Recurring conflict, and Parenting alignment often bring clients to my office. My counseling practice for adults and couples uses evidence-based CBT to help understand your patterns, soften old reactions, and build the relationships you want.
13 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
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Staci Des Rault
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC. M.Div
One of my favorite things about being a therapist is being able to support people in reclaiming power in their lives. I value the privilege of holding a safe space for people to process their deepest fears, struggles, and pain, but also to bear witness to their celebrations and victories, no matter how big or small. Diagnoses and labels can be helpful flashlights to help us find our way, but ultimately, therapy should be about having a safe place to come where you can be your full authentic self.
14 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
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Lauren Bradley
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Bringing ease to therapy with a relaxed, down-to-earth approach—where comfort and insight go hand in hand.
I specialize in a wide range of areas, including anxiety and depressive disorders, trauma and post-traumatic stress, sexual violence, grief, coping with chronic illness or cancer, life transitions, relationship and family issues, low self-esteem, women’s and men’s health, as well as caregiver distress and burnout.
10 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
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Christina Duncan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
What makes my therapy practice stand out is my commitment to truly meeting each client where they are, with authenticity, compassion, and respect for their unique experiences. I take a neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based approach that focuses not on “fixing” clients, but on understanding and empowering them. I prioritize building a genuine, trusting relationship, creating a space where clients feel safe to be themselves without judgment. By blending evidence-based strategies with flexibility and warmth, I help clients develop practical tools while also fostering self-acceptance, confidence, and meaningful personal growth.
5 Years Experience
Online in West Hempstead, NY (Online Only)
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in West Hempstead, NY Statistics
Motivational Interviewing (MI) therapists in West Hempstead, NY average 12 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (89%), Depression (78%), and Trauma and PTSD (72%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
61%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 7% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
Online Only |
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| 41% |
In Person and Online |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Specialties
| 89% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Depression |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 65% | Stress |
| 57% | Loss or Grief |
| 57% | Social Anxiety |
| 50% | Women's Issues |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Teen |
| 50% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 59% | LGBTQ+ |
| 52% | Men |
| 35% | Black / African American |
| 35% | Hispanic / Latino |