According to the Journal of the American Medical Association: 53% of people with a mental health disorder also experience problems with alcohol or drugs. 29% of people with a mental health disorder have a co-occurring addiction disorder at some point in their lives. These statistics may lead you to believe that mental health problems cause […]
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Feb
Feb
Psychotherapist
Rye, NY
Regina Colangelo, LCSW is a psychotherapist with a private practice in Rye, New York. She offers individual counseling, couples counseling and family therapy. Regina brings compassion, knowledge of human dynamics and relationships to her practice.
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Feb
Feb
For millions of Americans, the search for remedies to stress can seem counterproductive. Stressors such as money, work, and our current political climate are difficult to escape, and when we do find a remedy, the real struggle is developing the discipline to stay with it. For anyone struggling with symptoms of mental illness, the above-mentioned […]
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Feb
Feb
Co-occurring disorders are two or more behavioral health disorders which occur together in the same person. The term is often used to describe any mental health disorder that is accompanied by substance abuse, a problem that affects millions of Americans. The reasons may vary widely from one individual to the next, but the symptoms are […]
07
Feb
Feb
Psychologist
Westport, CT
Guilford, CT
Dr. Leone is a psychologist with a private practice in Westport and Guilford, CT. where he treats individuals and couples struggling with a wide range of concerns. He specializes in substance abuse and dual diagnosis treatment and is currently running groups aimed helping people reduce or completely abstain from substance misuse.
31
Jan
Jan
Psychiatrist
Norwalk, CT
Dr. Goldberg is a psychiatrist specializing in bipolar disorder and depression with a private practice in Norwalk, CT. He has over 25 years of experience in academic research studying the features and treatment of mood disorders and is the author of over 160 research publications and 3 textbooks on psychopharmacology and mood disorders.
30
Jan
Jan
Psychiatrist
Stamford, CT
Dr. Stein is a board certified adult, child and adolescent psychiatrist with a private practice in Stamford, CT. His treatment approach includes the use of psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.
16
Jan
Jan
There are many great songs from the musical West Side Story, but my favorite has always been the brilliantly satirical “Gee, Officer Krupke.” In this number, the Jets’ leader Riff plays a troubled youth who is passed between experts eager to judge what is wrong with him. In the hand-off between psychiatrist and social worker […]
16
Jan
Jan
Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychopharmacologist
New York, NY
Dr. Faedda is a psychiatrist and a clinical psychopharmacologist specializing in mood disorders. He helps patients and families grasp diagnostic issues, treatment options, identify treatment priorities, strengths, vulnerabilities, and maximize the patient’s support system.
14
Dec
Dec
Christmas and the holiday season can be the happiest, most wonderful time of the year. At least that’s what the songs on the radio and in all the stores keep telling us from the middle of November to New Year’s Day. For many of us it is also the most stressful time of year: complicated […]
12
Dec
Dec
Clinical Psychologist
Riverside, CT
Dr. Emel is a licensed clinical psychologist in Connecticut and co-founder of The Behavior Therapy Group, a therapy practice in Riverside, CT specializing in compassionate, effective, evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults.
12
Dec
Dec
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Riverside, CT
Kristie Calvillo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and co-founder of The Behavior Therapy Group, a therapy practice in Greenwich, CT, specializing in compassionate, effective, evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults.
12
Dec
Dec
Psychotherapist
Westport, CT
J. David Geller, ACSW, LCSW is a Psychotherapist with a private practice in Westport, CT. He specializes in solution-focused, goal-oriented therapy.
12
Dec
Dec
Life can be hard, and proof of this sobering reality are the 43 million Americans who suffer from some form of mental health condition, according to Mental Health America. Almost half of those 43 million have a co-occurring substance abuse problem, while some 9.6 million experience suicidal thoughts. Those figures might even increase in the […]
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Dec
Dec
I feel like with any illness, whether it be mental or physical, there is always a denial period. For some this will be short and for others longer. For me, it was years! In this article, I’ll take you through my own personal story of anxiety: looking at how it gradually got worse and the […]
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Nov
Nov
Most people look forward to the wonderful colors of fall and exciting holiday season after that. It is the time to enjoy being indoors with family and friends. However, for patients suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), the shortening of days and lack of sunshine is not something to look forward to. For these patients, […]
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Nov
Nov
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is very real. A diagnosis that extends far beyond members of the armed forces who have lived through combat, it affects people all over the world. This frequently misunderstood diagnosis, which often goes hand-in-hand with depression, does not have to instill fear, but can actually be an opportunity to embolden survivors. […]
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Oct
Oct
Failure to Launch Part 4 – In a blog post from 2016 I wrote about a serious problem in our culture, which I call “failure to launch” (FTL) I use this term in a non-judgmental way to describe the frustration and concern parents and other family members feel when a young person seems unable to move […]
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Oct
Oct
Nearly 45 million American adults struggle with mental illness each day. To complicate matters, individuals who have mental health disorders are much more likely to struggle with substance abuse than the general population. Approximately 20 million American adults have a diagnosed substance use disorder, and over eight million Americans struggle with both a diagnosed substance […]
10
Oct
Oct
All people have some form of obsession in their lives, it is what drives the human condition. For most people, they can simply rate these things on the standard scale of wants to needs. And with those wants and needs come compulsions to quell these wants and needs in their heads by doing something. Every […]
03
Oct
Oct
Finding the right therapist can be an intimidating task. You may be wondering where to begin, where to look, or what to look for. You may fear that you won’t know who is or isn’t a good fit for you and your particular needs. I’ve been there; I have had to navigate this process both […]
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Sep
Sep
September is National Yoga Month, a month-long observance designated by the Department of Health and Human Services to educate the public about the health benefits of yoga and to inspire a healthy lifestyle. In recognition of this event, rtor.org asked one of its Family-Endorsed Providers to write a guest blog on this subject. Pamela Tinkham, […]
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Sep
Sep
Depression can be a crippling mental health disorder that can erase your happiness, steal your will, and cause physical symptoms to manifest that impact your health negatively. Depression can be caused by genetics or life stressors, but can occur seemingly randomly. Knowing the causes does not help much when facing a depressive episode, but having […]
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Sep
Sep
The foods you eat can affect the health of your mind and body in a number of ways. Your diet can influence everything from your energy level to your body fat and even the appearance of your skin and hair. So it should come as no surprise that the foods you eat can also have […]
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Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Rochester, NY
William Jarvie, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker at University of Rochester Medical Center, Behavioral Health Partners in Rochester, NY.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Belle Mead, NJ
Dr. Umesh Mehta is a psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of older adults with mental health disorders.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Greenwich, CT
Danbury, CT
New York, NY
Tarique Perera, MD, is a psychiatrist serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Greenwich, CT, Danbury, CT, New York, NY, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program
New Canaan, CT
Silver Hill Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit psychiatric hospital – and one of the few such designated facilities in the country.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Turnersville, NJ
Roseanna Bodner, LCSW, is a psychotherapist who is in private practice serving clients in Turnersville, NJ, and surrounding areas.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist and psychiatrist
Westport, CT
Randi Cohen, MD, PhD, is a psychotherapist and psychiatrist in private practice serving adults, couples, and families in Westport, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychologist
Wethersfield, CT
Rachel Duzant, PsyD, is a psychologist in private practice serving adults in Wethersfield, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Bedford Hills, NY
Phyllis Marton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in private practice, providing counseling and therapy services to adults and adolescents in Bedford Hills, NY and the surrounding communities of Westchester County.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
New York, NY
Peter Honchaurk, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice serving adolescents, adults, and families in the New York City area.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New Haven, CT
Dr. Michael Vollmar is a psychiatrist who treats adults with serious psychiatric illnesses at the Parents’ Foundation for Transitional Living located in New Haven, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Stamford, CT
New Haven, CT
Marianela Medrano, PhD, LPC, is a psychologist in private practice, providing counseling and therapy services to adults and adolescents in Stamford, CT, New Haven, CT, and the surrounding communities of Fairfield County.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Guilford, CT
Maria Sappe, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Guilford, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Westport, CT
Joseph Russo, M.D., is a psychiatrist in private practice serving adolescents, adults and families in Westport, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychologist
Stamford, CT
Jeffrey Cohen, PhD, is a psychologist in private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, and families in Stamford, CT, and the surrounding areas.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Lawrenceville, NJ
J. Randall Nichols, PhD, is a pastorally-trained psychotherapist in private practice who serves adults and older adults in Lawrenceville, NJ, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Stamford, CT
F. Carl Mueller, MD, is a psychiatrist in private practice serving young adults and adults in Stamford, CT, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Mueller offers psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
31
Aug
Aug
Behavioral Health Clinic
Syracuse, NY
CirCare Behavioral Health Clinic is an outpatient clinic serving adults in Syracuse, NY, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New Haven, CT
Catherine Tesluk, MD, is a psychiatrist in private practice serving young adults and adults in New Haven, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
New Canaan, CT
Carol Monroe is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who has a comprehensive general adult psychiatry practice in New Canaan, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
New York, NY
Darien, CT
Stamford, CT
Amanda Craig, Ph.D., LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice serving adults, couples, and families in New York, NY, Darien, CT, and Stamford, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New Canaan, CT
Rocco Marotta, MD, PhD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and Adult Transitional Living Program Service Chief at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New York, NY
Eric Goldsmith, M.D., is a psychiatrist who is in private practice serving adults in New York, NY, and the surrounding area. Dr. Goldsmith has over 30 years of experience in a wide range of settings from private practice to several prominent hospitals and universities.
31
Aug
Aug
Nurse Practitioner
Rochester, NY
Lisa Corigliano, NP, is a nurse practitioner at University Of Rochester Medical Center, Adult Ambulatory Clinic in Rochester, NY. Ms. Corigliano treats a variety of disorders including bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Brooklyn, NY
Rhoda Berger, NP, is a psychiatric nurse practitioner in private practice serving children, adolescents, and adults in Brooklyn, NY, and the surrounding areas.
29
Aug
Aug
Hope Program for Adults–Inpatient Care
Houston, TX
The Menninger Clinic is a nonprofit psychiatric hospital renowned for its intensive treatment of severe and complex mental illness.
29
Aug
Aug
Family Connections-Family Education Course
Lead by Matt and Ann Costello
White Plains, NY
Family Connections provided by National Education Alliance for Borderline Personality Disorder (NEABPD) is a 12-week course that meets weekly to provide education, skills training, and support for people who are in a relationship with someone who has Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD).
29
Aug
Aug
Family Psychoeducation & Caregiver Support Service
www.myhealios.com
MyHealios is a caregiver support service that is provided to families and other non-professional caregivers of individuals with mental illness via live video conferencing on the Internet.
29
Aug
Aug
Animal Assisted Therapy
Asheville, NC
Go Fetch Wellness is an animal assisted therapy practice operated by founder Jeff Fink and his trained therapy dog Earl. His practice was established in 2013 to help people living with serious mental health disorders find relief from the isolation and distress caused by their illnesses.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
New Windsor, NY
Florida, NY
Michele Winchester-Vegas, DSW, is a doctor of social work in private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in New Windsor, NY, Florida, NY, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapy and Neurofeedback
Sandy Hook, CT
WCCNC is Connecticut’s leading provider of neurofeedback services, a mind-body therapy with a growing evidence base for the treatment of ADHD, depression, anxiety, addictions, and other mental health disorders.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychologist
Greenwich, CT
Beth Weiner, PsyD, is a psychologist in private practice serving children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults, in Greenwich, CT, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Princeton, NJ
Dr. Marvin Leifer is a psychiatrist who is in private practice serving clients in Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas.
29
Aug
Aug
Wilderness Program–Adolescent Program
Waitsfield, VT
True North is a wilderness program located in Waitsfield, VT, and draws clients nationally.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
New Canaan, CT
Devon Suozzi is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice serving New Canaan, CT, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist
White Plains, NY
Susan Schrott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and Certified Yoga Teacher.
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
White Plains, NY
Elise Munoz is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in treating anxiety disorders and depression in children, adolescents and adults.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Scarsdale, NY
New York, NY
Feng Liu, M.D. is a psychiatrist in private practice serving children, adolescents, and adults in Scarsdale, NY, New York, NY, and the surrounding area.
29
Aug
Aug
Clinical Psychologist
Stoughton, MA
Svetlana Leeds, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice, providing therapy services to children, adolescents, adults and families in Stoughton, MA and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Chances are if you landed on this webpage, you are concerned about a young adult who still lives at home and does not seem to be moving forward in life. Maybe that person is you, or maybe it’s a son or daughter, or someone in your extended family. That young person may have been diagnosed […]
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Katonah, NY
Westport, CT
David King, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who serves children, adolescents, adults, and families in communities of Katonah, NY and Westport, CT.
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Worcester, MA
Carla Kenney is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who is in private practice, providing counseling services in the Worcester, MA and surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Lexington, MA
Joel Goldstein, MD, is a psychiatrist in private practice serving children, adolescents, and young adults in Lexington, MA, and the surrounding communities. Dr. Goldstein treats a variety of mental health conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
White Plains, NY
Eleni Galiatsos, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice serving adolescents and adults in White Plains, NY, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Larchmont, NY
Greenwich,CT
Erica Fross is a licensed clinical social worker who has been helping children, adolescents and adults overcome the effects of trauma since 1997.
