Blog - Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island, NY

Counseling on Long Island – 2 Locations in Suffolk County, NY

April 17, 2025 by Holistic Counseling Center

The Holistic Counseling Center offers Individual, Couples & Family Counseling in Long Island, New York. Our priority is providing the finest care possible to our clients, and we take that responsibility seriously. 565 Route 25A (LR4) Miller Place, New York 11764 368 Veterans Memorial Highway (1B) Commack, NY 11725 Feel free to contact us with any questions you have about therapy or making an appointment at … Read More

Individual Counseling

How To Spot Gaslighting

April 10, 2025 by Holistic Counseling Center

Gaslighting and other forms of emotional abuse have a significant effect on someone’s well-being. The mental health impact of gaslighting includes feelings of powerlessness, confusion, isolation, disorientation, and low self-esteem. The more awareness about this form of emotional abuse can help people avoid threatening and unhealthy relationships. To spot gaslighting, look for patterns of behavior where someone consistently denies, distorts, or minimizes your reality, feelings, or … Read More

Holistic Therapy for PTSD

March 11, 2025 by Holistic Counseling Center

Holistic therapy for PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, encompasses a range of approaches that can address the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of an individual’s unique condition. Therapy focuses on identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors associated with the trauma. The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island provides a supportive environment for people to share experiences and connect with a counselor who can … Read More

Couples Counseling | Family Counseling | Individual Counseling

Lying damages trust & intimacy in relationships, leading to isolation.

February 19, 2025 by Holistic Counseling Center

Lying, including lying by omission (withholding information), can severely damage trust and intimacy in relationships, leading to communication breakdowns and feelings of isolation. While simply forgetting to mention something might not be a lie, intentionally withholding information with the purpose of deceiving someone is considered lying by omission and harmful. Here’s a breakdown of why lying and withholding information are detrimental: Erosion of Trust: Lying, even … Read More

Couples Counseling

Navigating challenges together for a lasting & fulfilling marriage.

February 9, 2025 by Holistic Counseling Center

How couples handle bad times is connected to the success of any marriage, arguably even more important than navigating good times. By navigating challenges together, couples build a strong foundation for a lasting, fulfilling marriage. Here are some reasons why: In contrast, good times, while essential for happiness and relationship satisfaction, can sometimes mask underlying issues or create complacency. By navigating life’s challenges together, couples build … Read More

Anxiety | Individual Counseling

Link between Anxiety and Breathing

January 7, 2025 by Holistic Counseling Center

When someone experiences anxiety, their breathing pattern often becomes rapid & shallow, which can exacerbate symptoms. Practicing controlled breathwork can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, effectively calming the body and reducing anxiety by signaling to the brain that it is safe, thus mitigating the “fight or flight” response. Key points about the connection between anxiety & breathwork: Physiological impact: When anxious, the body naturally enters a … Read More

Individual Counseling

What is Codependency?

December 11, 2024 by Holistic Counseling Center

Codependency is a learned behavior that involves one person in a relationship sacrificing their own needs for the other person. Codependency can occur in any type of relationship – romantic, platonic, or familial. It can be passed down from one generation to another. Here are some signs of codependency: Over time, this unhealthy pattern can interfere with relationships and contribute to depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and feeling … Read More

Addictions | Anxiety | Depression | Individual Counseling | Trauma

The Lasting Effects of Trauma

November 23, 2024 by Holistic Counseling Center

Trauma can have profound and lasting effects on individuals, impacting their emotional, mental, physical, and social well-being. Here are some common effects of trauma: Emotional Effects: Mental Effects: Physical Effects: Social Effects: Behavioral Effects: Long-term Effects: Phases of Recovery Phase 1: Safety and Stabilization: Establishing a safe environment, Building trust with a therapist or support system, Managing symptoms (e.g., anxiety, depression), Developing coping mechanisms. Phase 2: … Read More

Individual Counseling | Trauma

Client Review

November 15, 2024 by Holistic Counseling Center

“I struggled with the loss of my parents in a short period of time as well as past trauma. I was able to heal with Dave’s authentic and holistic approach. I highly recommend the services provided by the Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island.” Pathways For Wellness – Debbie

Individual Counseling

The Link Between Mental Health and Autoimmune Diseases

November 10, 2024 by Holistic Counseling Center

There is a significant connection between mental health and autoimmune diseases. Research suggests that individuals with autoimmune diseases are more likely to experience mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety, and vice versa. Autoimmune diseases represent a diverse group of disorders characterized by the immune system’s aberrant response, mistakenly attacking the body’s own tissues. In these conditions, the immune system loses its ability to differentiate … Read More

Reviews:

“For many years my son struggled with addiction & our family struggled with how to cope. When we 1^st met Dave, we immediately felt a connection with him. His warm, understanding personality put us at ease and we all felt he was so easy to talk to. We felt listened to without any judgement. With his help, our son is now enrolled in college, is a more self-confident young man, and we as a family are filled with so much hope for his future. As parents, we have learned to take care of ourselves & our needs in the process. As we’ve worked with Dave, we've always been impressed by his ability to think outside the box & research new ideas that go the extra mile to help our family.”

Reviews:

“I began to work with Dave about a month ago to help me begin to work through the grief that I’ve carried for 20 years over the loss of my sister, as well as the recent loss of both my Dad and my Mom in the space of a year. Although, I’ve only just begun this journey, I’m already feeling so listened to and understood. Dave’s kind, gentle manner has made it easy for me to feel comfortable enough to begin to explore how best to deal with my grief.”