Book a therapist or psychiatrist in Clifton Park, NY covered by Aetna

Are you feeling alone and stuck in a transitional period in your life and that your mind is filled with negative thoughts directed towards yourself creating conflict or distance in your relationships with others? You are feeling hopeless and are having low energy, like you are about to give up? While you may not know the tools to help you, you do know what has not been working for you. Together we can build your own toolbox for you to help embrace control in your life!

I have had extensive experience with trauma in individuals from adolescence to late adulthood. I believe that trauma looks and feels different to every person. Two people experiencing the same event will have different outlooks and understandings of it. A traumatic event can take many forms. I want to help you pick up on where your thoughts, feelings and behaviors come from, even if you have never experienced “trauma".

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist with over 30 years of experience providing counseling to individuals, couples, and families in New York State. I have a unique background in the medical field, home education, nutrition, and addictions through my work in hospitals, nursing homes, hospice, home-based care, education, addiction treatment programs, medical offices, and private practice. I am a dedicated professional and proud alumna of the University at Albany.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with eight years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents and adults. My primary focus has been helping individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and low self-esteem. I aspire to empower my clients while also building a safe space for self-exploration and growth. It is truly a privilege to be a part of the healing journey and helping clients find freedom from distressing symptoms.

I am an LMHC in NY with 12+ years of experience in the mental health field. I have certifications in ASDCS (Autism Spectrum Disorder Certified Specialist) and ADHD-CCSP (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Certified Clinical Services Provider). The array of my professional experience varies from educational program for students with ASD, behavior specialist for residential program for adults with comorbid intellectual/physical disabilities and mental health diagnoses, home base therapy and private practice locations.

I do my best to practice integrity, humility, competence, transparency, courage, and collaboration in my personal and professional experience. I have spent the last 10 years serving at-risk populations through non-profit organizations in New York, Texas, and Massachusetts. My work brought me into clients' homes, women’s clinics, schools, and therapeutic day programs. This past year, I’ve gained invaluable experience and skills engaging with Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in a private practice clinic. I currently support clients through telehealth and in-person sessions with customized, eclectic, evidence-based treatment plans. These plans help them gain insights into their habitual thought patterns and behaviors, promoting nonjudgmental awareness and curiosity through the development of emotional and experiential skills.

Hi — I’m John, and my mission is to help you get out of your own way. I earned my Master’s from SUNY Albany’s School of Social Welfare and have spent over a decade working with adults, teens, and families from every background — from New York to Oregon and back again. Together, we’ll challenge the worries, thoughts, and beliefs that hold you back — so you can clear a path toward the life you actually want.

Hello, I’m Melissa Alcaide. I have worked in human services since 2009, supporting individuals through a wide range of personal and life challenges. My professional experience includes providing supportive counseling in correctional settings, outpatient mental health services for individuals living with serious mental illness, housing and homelessness services, and helping people navigate complex systems and life transitions. I hold a Master’s degree in Social Work, a Master’s degree in Human Services Leadership, and a degree in Paralegal Studies.

Today, I am especially passionate about helping individuals struggling with anxiety, OCD, relationship concerns, self-esteem, life transitions, and building greater confidence in themselves and their decisions.