Manhattan Mental Health Counseling

October 25, 2021

When your well-being is at stake, you need to ensure that you take the steps that help you heal. Mental health conditions can severely impact your life in many different ways. Unfortunately, several people deal with mental health conditions on a daily basis, but they don’t work to find a solution or ways to cope with what they are feeling. Instead, they let their mental health control their daily lives, sometimes impacting their relationships, career, and more. You don’t have to deal with this alone, though. You have options to cope with what you’re feeling and you can discuss your needs with a Manhattan mental health counselor who is ready to help you.
For more info and inquiries:
Email: vrivera@wellnesspsychotherapistnyc.com
Phone: (917) 495-3858
Contact Page: 
https://wellnesspsychotherapistnyc.com/contact/ 

My name is Victoria Rivera, and I am a New York City based psychotherapist . One of the services I offer is wellness therapy , which is designed to help treat the underlying causes that bring about symptoms of mental health conditions. I know there are several conditions that you can suffer from — many of which can diminish and devalue your quality of life. Over time, I’ll work with you to find various treatment options, including counseling and lifestyle changes, all designed to help you cope with what you’re feeling. If you’re suffering from a mental health condition, trust that I’ll be there by your side to help you feel at ease with the symptoms that impact your daily life. 

Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.


Counseling for Trauma or Abuse

Mental health trauma can arise because of a history of abuse or because of a traumatic event. These situations often come with stressors or triggers that set off anxiety, fear, and other mental effects. Unfortunately, trauma and abuse is something that is brought on because of someone’s actions. You don’t have to find the underlying cause of your symptoms, as you typically know the situation that caused you to experience trauma in the first place. The treatment options can vary when you face mental health conditions stemming from trauma or abuse. Here are some of the ways we may help to treat your trauma or abuse symptoms: 

  • Counseling: Typically, there are two types of counseling that you can look at to deal with your symptoms. The first type of counseling involves a passive approach. You may try to avoid anything that causes you to remember the event. The other is more aggressive. It requires you to face the underlying cause of your trauma head on to deal with it. 
  • Lifestyle changes: In many cases, you experience triggers that cause you to remember the event that caused your trauma. Understanding these triggers and making crucial changes to your lifestyle can help you avoid them and remove yourself from a position where you may experience trauma. 

Counseling for PTSD

Post-traumatic stress disorder is often associated with military service members who have gone to war. PTSD causes people to remember the events that occurred while they were serving, and it’s easy for the slightest sound or action to trigger memories of their time in the service. For instance, a loud bang from a firework can remind a service member of a bomb, and it can quickly cause fear and anxiety. Many of those who suffer from PTSD avoid situations where they are near something that can cause them to remember the events of their time in the service. 

Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.

Anxiety

Anxiety is one of the most common health conditions that impact people on a daily basis. It’s something that causes physical symptoms, as well as mental struggles. For instance, someone who endures anxiety may feel fear, dread, and uneasiness. However, it can also cause a physical problem such as rapid heartbeat, a tight feeling in the chest, sweating, restlessness, and breathing trouble. It’s often difficult for people to deal with stress because they may not be sure of ways to cope. However, talking about the feelings in counseling can be one of the most beneficial ways to cope with what you experience. 

Panic and Worry

Many people suffer from panic or worry. Typically, those who suffer from panic or worry have underlying stress that causes them to endure additional symptoms. For instance, even the slightest problem or stressor can cause mass panic that often impacts their breathing, causes chest tightness, and can often lead to health issues in the moment of panic. 

Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.

Depression

Depression is often something that is overlooked in today’s society, but it’s a real issue. Depression can also cause individuals to experience suicidal thoughts. Underlying issues can lead to depression, such as individuals feeling as though they are not enough or that they don’t create happiness for anyone. For many, depression can cause other mental health conditions that impact your everyday life. Make sure you speak with a counselor about your treatment options. 

Grief and Loss

Death is a common part of life. However, it hits people in different ways. Some people are much more affected by loss than others, and that grief is a source of trauma. A mental health counselor can help you identify some of the reasons that grief is impacting you much worse than it may have others. Of course, your relationship with the deceased individual can be one of the main factors that causes you to experience the symptoms of grief, such as sadness, depression, and more. 

Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a common mental health condition that impacts people in four different ways. These four main categories can impact a person’s daily life and prevent them from doing some of the things they enjoy the most. The four categories are cleaning and contamination, symmetry and ordering, forbidden, harmful, or taboo thoughts, and impulses. Most people associate OCD with someone who has to constantly clean. However, symptoms are often much more than that. 

Mood Disorders

Mood disorders are more serious than they sound. They can cause individuals to change up their mood quickly from one spectrum to the other. For instance, a person may go from happy to angry in the matter of seconds, and they may lash out at anyone who is near them. Treating mood disorders requires individuals to often find the underlying cause of their mood changes. They may have to find what triggers the event and why it happens. A Manhattan mental health counselor can help. 

Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.

Low Self-Worth

Traumatic events don’t have to be things that cause physical harm. In fact, it’s often a mental impact that results in some of the most common mental health conditions, including low self-worth. Low self-worth can cause other mental health conditions, leaving you dealing with sadness or depression, as well as anxiety in some situations. It is much more difficult to find confidence when you experience low self-worth, and you may avoid situations because you don’t feel good about yourself. It can also cause worry and panic. 

Chronic Stress

Chronic stress is something that is a mental health condition but it has plenty of physical effects as well. One of the most significant physical symptoms you may experience is tightness in your chest. It may physically hurt to think about the things that cause you stress. For instance, even thinking about work can have an impact on you. Chronic stress can stem from your daily life, bills, and more. Chronic stress means you deal with it regularly and it negatively impacts multiple aspects of your life.

Call my office today for a free phone consultation, and I’ll help you understand your options.

Get the Manhattan Mental Health Counseling You Deserve

Are you tired of dealing with the impact that mental health conditions cause on your daily life? Want to find a treatment option that works for you and is tailored to get you feeling like yourself again? If you are looking for a Manhattan mental health counselor who knows how to help you, look no further. 

My name is Victoria Rivera. I truly care about my clients and finding the best solution for their situation. I know that mental health is one of the most important aspects of your life. Dealing with any condition that negatively impacts you can be traumatic, so you need to work quickly to get someone on your side and get the best treatment possible. My wellness therapy options help you overcome many of the problems you may encounter, but even better, it’s tailored to you and your personal situation. Trust me to be on your side when you need it most. 

For more info and inquiries:
Email: vrivera@wellnesspsychotherapistnyc.com
Phone: (917) 495-3858
Contact Page: 
https://wellnesspsychotherapistnyc.com/contact/ 

By Admin August 21, 2024
As JUNE IS EMPLOYEE WELLNESS MONTH! Here an insightful article highlighting the issue of "carewashing" in corporate wellness programs. “Too many organizations with unsustainable “work hard, play hard” cultures believe that merely offering mindfulness training or yoga classes qualifies them as having a positive and safe culture. In reality, they are just checking the well-being box without addressing the underlying issues.” Companies that implement genuine wellness and mental health care initiatives lead to better outcomes for employees and the organization as a whole. If you're interested in transforming your workplace wellness approach, let's connect and discuss how we can make a meaningful difference together. #employeewellness #workplacewellness #corporatewellness
By Admin August 21, 2024
I’ve read several articles on “Quiet Vacationing,” and this one does the best job of explaining the underlying issue: “Anxiety is at the root of this practice.” -More than 30% of workers said they were “too anxious” to ask for time off. -About 30% of workers reported concerns about being laid off. -More than a third were worried about the time off itself: about 30% didn’t want to use their PTO, and about a quarter didn’t have any PTO to take. In my personal experience, many employees say they don’t take time off because they will have to make up the work or work a lot before leaving. They feel guilty about leaving work, burdening their colleagues, or facing a backlog of tasks upon their return. It's understandable that they try to get ahead of this and take a vacation while staying connected to work to avoid feeling guilty and overwhelmed. We help companies understand these trends and work to implement genuine wellness and mental health care initiatives that lead to better outcomes for employees and the organization as a whole. Our approach ensures that wellness programs are integrated into the company culture, providing real support and fostering a truly positive and safe work environment. If you're interested in transforming your workplace wellness approach, let's connect and discuss how we can make a meaningful difference together. #employeewellness #quietvacationing #summerwork #workplacewellness
By Admin August 21, 2024
We are in the midst of a nationwide heatwave, and although I feel grateful to have an office with AC, the temperature is often too cold. This is not the first time, when I worked at a mental health clinic, the summers felt like winter with the office temperature often reading 65 degrees (yes, we had to use a thermometer to advocate for a more comfortable temperature!). I often had to wear sweaters and use a blanket to feel comfortable while working. Studies have shown that women tend to feel colder at work called compared to men, which can lead to discomfort and decreased productivity. On the other hand, men often prefer cooler temperatures and might find when it’s warmer it’s more challenging to focus and impacts productivity. This difference is often due to variations in metabolic rates and body composition. Understanding these differences is crucial for creating a comfortable and productive work environment for everyone. Employers should consider setting office temperatures that accommodate both genders, or providing flexible solutions such as personal fans or space heaters. As we continue to experience extreme weather, it's important to be mindful of how indoor temperatures affect our well-being and productivity. By acknowledging and addressing these differences, we can create a more inclusive and comfortable workplace for all! hashtag #employeewellness #workplacewellness
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