Family Therapy Psychiatrists in 11754
Clarity Psychiatric
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MS
Verified Verified
Kings Park, NY 11754
Mental health conditions can be debilitating and become obstacles in the way of us from pursuing our dreams. I am here to work with you to navigate those obstacles and gain control of your future. Your struggles do not define you, rather, they are obstacles in your path. My style is one of empathetic listening, compassion, education, and options. I am not here to see you for a three minute telephone appointment every six months for a medication renewal; rather, I am here to support you and work with you to achieve your goals.
Mental health conditions can be debilitating and become obstacles in the way of us from pursuing our dreams. I am here to work with you to navigate those obstacles and gain control of your future. Your struggles do not define you, rather, they are obstacles in your path. My style is one of empathetic listening, compassion, education, and options. I am not here to see you for a three minute telephone appointment every six months for a medication renewal; rather, I am here to support you and work with you to achieve your goals.
Timothy P. Aiello
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNPBC
Verified Verified
Kings Park, NY 11754
I started my career as a nurse in a state-run psychiatric emergency room where I treated patients along the entire spectrum of psychiatric illnesses; many of whom were in the most emotionally vulnerable time in their lives. Having experienced this severity of psychiatric illnesses everyday allowed me to develop a level of expertise to quickly recognize symptoms and develop an accurate diagnosis so we can initiate the best treatment plan for you from the very beginning. I understand that those suffering with emotional pain cannot wait months for relief, and they shouldn't have to. I understand the need for rapid healing.
I started my career as a nurse in a state-run psychiatric emergency room where I treated patients along the entire spectrum of psychiatric illnesses; many of whom were in the most emotionally vulnerable time in their lives. Having experienced this severity of psychiatric illnesses everyday allowed me to develop a level of expertise to quickly recognize symptoms and develop an accurate diagnosis so we can initiate the best treatment plan for you from the very beginning. I understand that those suffering with emotional pain cannot wait months for relief, and they shouldn't have to. I understand the need for rapid healing.
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Family Therapy Psychiatrists
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.