Maria Apuzzo-Okon
Clinical Social Worker/Therapist - LCSW, CASAC
Providing a space of empathy, unconditional emotional support, and transparency are some of the key elements in developing and maintaining a therapeutic relationship. Starting therapy can be hard, one of the challenges is finding a therapist that is a good match. You may be looking for a space to release thoughts and feelings that you are not able to express anyone in your life. As humans, we are social in nature, yet, we can struggle to have a real understanding of one another and the experiences we live through. Feeling misunderstood has a profound effect, it brings about feelings of anxiety, depression and anger. I approach this work with empathy, curiosity and compassion. I provide a space where you feel heard, and where we can collaborate to achieve your optimal well being.Are you looking to break away from emotional strongholds? Are you trying to overcome difficult circumstances? Do you have a desire to build and maintain healthy relationships? I am hoping we can work together in a warm, welcoming, and non judgmental environment. A space where I can provide support, guidance and understanding through your journey.
****Options to meet in NYC area are available, please email me about these options.
Skills and Expertise
Abuse / Survivors of Abuse
Addiction
Adjusting to Change / Life Transitions
Adult
Anxiety
Attachment Issues
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Chronic Illness or Disability
Chronic Pain or Illness
Chronic Relapse
Commitment Issues
Control Issues
Coping Mechanisms
Depression
Dissociation
Dissociative Disorders
Drug Use
Dual Diagnosis
Emotional Abuse
Family Conflict
Guilt
grief
Health Illness and Medical Issues
Isolation
Life Purpose
Loss
Loss or Grief
Midlife Crisis
Mood Disorders
Navigating Identity in Relationships
Obesity
Panic
Paranoia
Psychosis
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
severe mental illness
Sexual Abuse
Sexual assault
Stress
Thinking Disorders
Trauma
Trauma and PTSD
Treatment Orientation
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
DBT Informed Therapy
Eclectic
Harm Reduction
Health/Wellness-based
Humanistic
Intervention
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Person Centered Therapy
Psychodynamic
psychotherapy
Solution Focused Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Telehealth-based
Trauma Focused Therapy
Modality
Individuals
Family
Couples
Children