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Therapy for Women  ​

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Why do we focus on treatment specifically for women?
Many mental health concerns affect all genders. The focus of women's treatment is the way in which women may experience these concerns differently. Although we realize that every person is unique, research indicates that the biological differences between men and women, as well as societal and cultural expectations, may shape and impact the way that women move through crises, engage with others, heal, and find happiness.*  Therapists who specialize in working with women take into consideration the unique experiences of women and focus on insight, empowerment, support, and empathy as well as education, awareness, and change.

​​Many challenges are not gender-specific, however women may experience them differently from men. Some of  these include:
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship concerns
Divorce
Dating
Parenting in a couple
Single Parenting
Stay at home parenting
Creating a work-life balance
​Self-esteem
Empty nest
Career stress
Sexual preference or identity
Caring for elderly parents
Trauma
Sexual or Domestic Abuse
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Other challenges are quite gender specific, including:

​Infertility
Miscarriage
Pregnancy
​Pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder
​Pre-mentrual syndrome
Post-partum depression
Women's health issues
Gender-based discrimination
​Hormonal changes
​Menopause
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​Some aspects of women's mental health treatment such as eating disorders, self-harm, borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse require specialized treatment that is not provided at Wavelengths.  If you are seeking help with any of these areas and are having trouble finding a therapist, please feel free to call us and we will do our best to help you out with an appropriate referral.
Treatment
​Psychodynamic (insight oriented) therapy 
This is a form of psychotherapy, which is essentially talk-therapy or counseling. The goal of talk therapy is allowing women to express their concerns, gain insight into any underlying issues, and to provide tools and strategies for dealing with painful experiences and creating change.

​Behavioral Therapy
While there are several different types of behavioral therapy, cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) is one of the most commonly used (and effective) forms of therapy. CBT is helpful in identifying unhelpful thought patterns and changing behaviors to ones that are more effective, positive, and realistic.  

Medication
Depending on the particular issue and the circumstances, you may be interested in exploring a referral for psychiatric medication. There are many different classes of psychiatric medications such as anti-anxiety agents, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and anti-psychotics. Of course, it is vital to work with a doctor or psychiatrist to find the medication (and dosage) that is the best fit.

Alternative Therapies
There are many alternative types of therapy that can be helpful for a wide range of issues, or as an excellent addition to more traditional treatment.  The approaches we have available include include neurofeedback, mindfulness, coherence apps, and creative/art therapy.  Many women enhance their mental health treatment by including other practices, such as exercise, yoga, nutrition, meditation, acupuncture, or massage. 
Our Specialists in Therapy for Women:
Click on a name for more information:
Sharon Grand, Ph.D.
Jayoti Chabra, LMSW
Melissa Marconi, LMSW
​Ginger Mencher, LCSW
Caroline Rudin, LMSW, M.Ed.
Jessica Satkunasingham, LMSW
Abra Walter, Psy.D.
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Janet Whyte, LMSW
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Want to Learn More?  Check out the links below.
Our website is actively growing and we are still adding educational pages. 
​I​f you don't see one you are looking for, please check back in a few weeks or contact us!
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* For example: ​https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3030621/

Wavelengths Psychology 

4770 Sunrise Highway, Ste 105, Massapequa Park, NY 11762 / 520 Franklin Avenue, Ste L-18C, Garden City, NY 11530

Good Faith Estimates
As of January 1, 2022,all healthcare providers are required to provide estimates for the cost of care for all clients not utilizing health insurance.  The Good Faith Estimate shows the cost of any items and services that are reasonably expected for your healthcare needs and treatment.  This will be provided by the office upon scheduling and/or as requested.  This Good Faith estimate does not include unexpected costs that could arise during treatment.  Learn more here.

Information contained on this website is intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or diagnosis. Nothing on this site is intended nor should be taken as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other qualified healthcare professional. You should not use the information on this website for self-diagnosing yourself- treating any health problem or disease, or self-prescribing any medication or other treatment.

  • Home
  • Children
    • About Child Therapy
    • ADHD and Children
  • Adolescents
    • About Teen Therapy
    • Anxiety and Teens
    • Depression and Teens
  • Adults
    • Therapy for Adults
    • Women Focused
  • Neurofeedback
  • Providers
    • Providers at a glance
    • Sharon Grand, Ph.D.
    • Jayoti Chabra, LMSW
    • Bryan Johnson, LMSW
    • Melissa Laks, LMSW
    • Melissa Marconi, LMSW
    • Ginger Mencher, LCSW
    • Linda Montalbano, LPMHC
    • Andrea Panebianco, M.S.
    • Victoria Pitz, LPMHC
    • Caroline Rudin, LMSW, MS.Ed
    • Jessica Satkunasingham, LMSW
    • Amanda Snizek, LMSW
    • Rukiya Symister, M.A.
    • Eric Walter, Psy.D.
    • Janet Whyte, LMSW
    • Denise Wright, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA
    • Staff Login
  • Contact Us
  • Blog Posts
  • Groups
    • Women
    • Young Adults
    • Teens
  • Employment Opportunities
    • Therapist Openings
    • Post-Doctoral Fellowship
    • Psychology Internships