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Hello! My name is Ahxia (ah-jah) Stanton, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I obtained my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at SUNY New Paltz.

I provide holistic psychotherapy with a focus on BIPOC/ WOC, Couples, and young adults. My experience entails providing direct counseling to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and self-image. I also work with couples dealing with infidelity, newlyweds, premarital and other attachment issues that may strain a relationship.

Are you living the life you want? Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, or depressed? This is the first step in the right direction towards positive change. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Doctor of Social Work (DSW) who is dedicated to supporting others who are challenged with life stressors, life transitions, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, and relational concerns.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and trauma. I earned my Master's degree in Social Work from NYU. I offer a warm, supportive space where you can talk openly, gain clarity, and develop practical tools to move forward. My focus is helping you better understand patterns, manage what feels overwhelming, and make meaningful, lasting changes in your life.

The work of therapy entails a deep, genuine engagement with ourselves - at times the unknown or unpleasant parts of ourselves. As with all challenging tasks, therapy is most rewarding when approached with honesty and openness. I have been practicing psychotherapy with individuals and couples for 20 years and I am committed to offering my clients expert and compassionate help on this courageous journey.

Whether you're facing a crisis, struggling with the lasting effects of trauma, or are feeling stuck in patterns that are holding you back, you don't have to go through it alone. Our work begins wherever you're at. I have extensive experience treating children, adolescents and adults with a range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic illness, behavioral challenges, ADHD,relationship issues, and challenges adjusting to life changes. We’ll explore your emotional patterns, relationships, and the ways you respond to difficult thoughts and feelings—so you can build flexibility, resilience, and lasting change.

I am committed to providing a warm, open, and supportive space where you feel safe to share your story. My approach is grounded in kindness, collaboration, and genuine care, allowing us to build a trusting relationship at your own pace.

I believe healing begins in a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. I earned my Master's degree in Social Work from Stony Brook University and am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York. I am EMDR Certified and integrate EMDR, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS) Exposure Response Therapy (ERP) and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to tailor treatment to each individual's needs. I work with adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma, grief, addiction, major life transitions, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, chronic or terminal illness, and caregiver stress. Many of my clients are navigating circumstances they never expected to face, and together we work toward healing, resilience, and reconnecting with what matters most.