I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York, and a Licensed Professional Counselor( LPC)in New Jersey, with over 20 years of providing successful clinical services. I have a track record of effectively working with diverse client populations and with a wide range of clinical concerns including Dual Diagnosis, Psychiatric Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, At-Risk-Teens, Domestic Violence Victims, Parent/Child Relationships Grief & Loss and Multi-Stressed Families. I also provide Marriage and Pre-Marriage Counseling, Faith-Based and Psychoeducational Counseling.
My therapeutic style is warm and collaborative. I work with clients to improve relationship issues, communication skills, rebuilding trust, intimacy-related issues, family conflicts, forgiveness, motivation & self-esteem, and confidence. I am passionate about developing positive and productive relationships with clients to effectively serve their counseling needs and to encourage their total wellness. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My treatment approach is a combination of Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Family Systems Therapy, and Client Centered. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Grief, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
NY LMHC 012257
NJ LPC 37PC00960400
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She's great.
Written on Mar 21, 2024 after therapy with Sahntanyna for 5 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, parenting issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
I am comfortable with sharing my experiences and be provided with tools to achieve my personal goals.
Written on Mar 16, 2024 after therapy with Sahntanyna for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Ms. Sahntanya Blackwell has been an amazing therapist. She listens attentively and is understanding. I would highly recommend her services.
Written on Mar 02, 2024 after therapy with Sahntanyna for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Working with Sahntanya has been an incredibly positive and transformative experience. She has played a vital role in guiding me through self-discovery and healing. Her empathetic nature and exceptional listening skills create a safe space for meaningful exploration and growth. I'm truly grateful for her support and guidance on this journey.
Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Sahntanyna for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Sahntanyna is a very kind, well grounded, and thoughtful therapist. She had given me lots of insight and guidance over the past few months. I have appreciated our conversations and dialogs.
Written on Jan 04, 2024 after therapy with Sahntanyna for 6 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
Has been a life changing experience. I wish I had started therapy sooner.
Written on Jan 03, 2024 after therapy with Sahntanyna for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and adhd