Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island

Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental disorders. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, around 40 million adults in the United States over the age of 18 experience some type of anxiety disorder. Although many psychological conditions may involve anxiety, some of the most common may include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia and/or social anxiety disorder. … Read More

In a society that places so much pressure on each of us, drug addiction has become an increasingly common problem. The effects of drug addiction can be far reaching, having an impact on every aspect of life from work performance to family relationships. Whether the addiction is for medicinal or recreational substances, finding a solution to the problem is essential for enabling the sufferer to find … Read More

Experiencing some amount of anxiety can be normal; as a natural survival instinct, to enhance motivation, or perform well under stress. It can be related to work / school performance, important life events, or taking caution to protect oneself. When anxiety becomes a pervasive disruption to your daily life though, it takes an insidious toll on many aspects of your mental health, work and relationships. This … Read More

Anger Management Counseling Long Island in Suffolk County, New York WHY IS COUNSELING NECESSARY? Anger is a completely normal emotion that everyone naturally feels from time to time. However, when you feel excessive anger, and this unpleasant emotion starts to seep into the personal, professional, social, and other aspects of your life, it is important that you think about seeking professional advice. If you are living … Read More

Domestic violence, as defined by the US Department of Justice, is a pattern of abusive behavior to gain / maintain control over another person. It can be physical, verbal, psychological, sexual, or financial in nature. However it manifests within your relationship, it is all tied to emotional abuse for the purpose of control. Abusers assert their authority in diverse ways due to psychological reasons of their … Read More

It is estimated that more than 2.5 million Americans struggle with some form of opioid addiction. Abuse of these substances can cause devastating effects that permeate personal, family, and professional life. The consequences of opioid abuse can cause additional trauma that perpetuates the cycle of addiction. At the Holistic Counseling Center of Miller Place, we offer opioid abuse counseling for individuals and families effected by it. … Read More

We live in unprecedented times where sitting in a room together can be a health issue. However, despite the global pandemic, life continues to move forward. For many, that means a continual struggle with depression. In fact over 16 million Americans have had at least one depressive episode in the last twelve months due to a variety of reasons: isolation, grief, relationship conflict, anxiety… the list … Read More

The ugly head of anxiety rears itself in many forms throughout our lives. Some cases are much worse than others, requiring anxiety counseling or even hospitalization. While we all experience anxiety on occasion, it is prevalent in situations where substance abuse occurs. Not only is it one of the direct triggers for abuse, it exists as a symptom that manifests before, during and after abuse occurs. … Read More

ADDICTION isn’t a choice anyone makes. It’s a RESPONSE to emotional pain. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to addictions therapy. Every person who suffers from an addiction is different, with their own unique problems and reasons for adopting the addictive habit. Equally, the path to recovery is different for everybody, and a trained counselor will be able to tailor their advice to what best … Read More