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I have 20+ years of experience working with diverse life situations including racial, ethnic and cultural identity and the impact of structural and intersectional oppression, trauma, violence (domestic, family, community), life balance, relapse prevention, parental support, sibling-family dynamics, grief, loss, world of work, life and career transitions, COVID19 recovery, parents and individuals affected or impacted by fostering or foster care, aging with dignity and quality of life.

Hello! My name is Bianca Hormaza Pesola; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. I obtained my Master of Social Work degree from Long Island University. Since 2014, I have worked with clients of all ages within several clinical settings. I have over nine years of direct practice experience in the field of mental health. I am committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults achieve mental wellness and overcome challenges in their lives.

Navigating life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 7 years of experience helping individuals manage mental health and substance use concerns. My approach to therapy is warm, welcoming, client-centered, and often sprinkled with humor and optimism to make the journey feel a little lighter. I believe in meeting clients where they are, and I tailor my techniques to suit each person’s unique strengths and goals.

I work with children (ages 11+), adolescents, and adults, offering support across a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and relational challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, or struggling with substance use, I offer a safe and supportive space to explore your concerns and build meaningful change. I also work with individuals experiencing challenges such as domestic violence, anger management issues, adjustment disorders, and family or romantic relationship struggles. I have extensive experience working with mandated clients and those navigating probation or the criminal justice system.

I hold a Master's degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Siena College. My clinical work includes experience with alcohol, cannabis, opiate, and hallucinogen use disorders, as well as mood and personality disorders including bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. I also support clients coping with grief and loss.

I view therapy as a collaborative journey toward personal growth and fulfillment. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where clients feel comfortable exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and where we can work together to build meaningful, practical solutions for a more fulfilling future.

I have been a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2012 and have worked in various settings such as outpatient clinic, inpatient hospital, emergency room and private practice.

Hi, I’m Salvatore, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over five years of experience in inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. Finding the right psychiatric care can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been trying to hold everything together on your own. I work with adolescents and adults who may be feeling anxious, depressed, unfocused, emotionally drained, or stuck in major life stressors. I offer a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and make medication and treatment decisions together at a pace that feels right for you.

Gold Coast Wellness and Psychiatry is a mental health practice dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized, and evidence-based care. We specialize in helping individuals manage conditions such as depression, trauma related disorders, anxiety, insomnia ADHD, and other psychiatric concerns through a holistic approach that blends medication management, psychotherapy, and wellness strategies. Our goal is to empower patients to achieve balance, improve their quality of life, and thrive in their daily lives.

Maybe you aren't getting as much joy from spending time with their loved ones, or the sunset doesn’t feel as striking as it once did.

We'll use a gentle, collaborative approach to help you explore your thoughts without judgment.

You can expect open communication, respect, and individualized care focused on helping them achieve lasting emotional balance and improved daily functioning.

Working with teachers, families, guidance counselors, and pediatricians."

I am a therapist that learns from her clients, everyone is different and learning & understanding the person as a whole allows me to build better rapport with my clients, which leads to a better therapeutic relationship and outcome. I take pride in being Latina and fluent in Spanish because I connect with the Latinx community. Soy una terapeuta que aprende de sus clientes, lo que conduce a una mejor relación y resultado terapéutico.

Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. It is my goal to provide a safe space for my clients to feel supported, respected and challenged. I have been working in this field since 2001 with diverse population's. I have worked with client's with a variety of mental health issues, such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, and Trauma. Beyond the credentials and education I just want to help people move forward. I believe that everyone wants and deserves to be heard and understood.