Teen & Family Therapy in East Patchogue, NY
When home feels tense or your teen seems out of reach, family therapy can help everyone feel heard again. For preteens, teens, parents and whole families.
Does this sound familiar?
- Conversations with your teen turn into arguments
- Your child seems anxious, withdrawn or not themselves
- A family member’s drinking or drug use is affecting everyone
- You’re not sure how to help, and you’re worn out
Families don’t need to be perfect. They need a way to talk.
How I help
I work with preteens and teens on their own, and with families together. Young people get a safe space to be themselves, and parents get practical support.
Using structural family therapy, we look at the patterns in the household and make small changes that help everyone feel more connected.
- Structural Family Therapy
- Teen-friendly CBT and coping skills
- Parent support and guidance
- Help for families affected by addiction
- 27 Years
in Practice - Licensed in
New York (LCSW) - Most Insurance
& Medicare
What we can work on
- Family conflict. Calmer communication and clearer roles at home.
- Teen anxiety, mood and self-esteem. Including stress, school pressure and self-harm.
- ADHD and eating concerns. Support for the young person and the family around them.
- Big changes. Divorce, blended families, loss and other transitions.
What working together looks like
1. Free 15-minute call
A brief, no-pressure conversation to see if we’re a good fit.
2. Your first session
A chance to talk more, set some goals, and make a plan together.
3. Real progress, at your pace
Ongoing support with practical tools and a focus on what matters to you.
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Anxiety & Depression
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Addiction & Recovery
Support for anyone facing a substance use challenge, and the people who love them.
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Codependency & Self‑Esteem
Build healthier boundaries, real self-worth, and more balanced relationships.
Questions about teen and family therapy
What ages do you work with?
I work with preteens, teens and adults, and with families together.
Will I know what my teen talks about?
Teens need privacy to open up. I’ll explain at the start how confidentiality works, including the safety situations where a parent would be told.
Does insurance cover family therapy?
I’m in network with most major plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Empire BCBS, Oxford, UnitedHealthcare and Medicare. A sliding scale is available.
Can we meet online?
Yes. I see clients in person in East Patchogue and by secure video anywhere in New York State, Monday to Saturday, including evenings.
