Social Work


Laura Kavanau, LMSW

has a counseling practice specializing in individual counseling, couples/marriage counseling and family therapy. She uses a holistic approach tailored to the unique needs of her clients which often includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and The Gottman Method for her work with couples.

ph: (845)430-4111

Mary Farel, LCSW, SEP

is a psychotherapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in private practice, where mindfulness is an integral part of her approach . Mary works collaboratively with clients to identify and move beyond limitations and challenges; be it patterns in behavior, relationships, or communication that may be barriers to a more authentic self.  She integrates components of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and dialectical behavior therapies.  She also incorporates the body’s wisdom into therapy, focusing on spiritual and psychological awareness that fosters healing and personal growth while drawing on Somatic Experiencing (SE). Mary’s many years as a meditator and yoga teacher inform her therapy practice.  

ph:  (845) 943-0075

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Amy Baracks, LCSW, PMH-C

Do you dream of moving beyond whatever is keeping you stuck in unhealthy patterns? Are you ready to respond instead of react, improve your connection to others, and finally be grounded in your own body? My goal is to create a space where you feel safe to explore your full self. My approach is dynamic and personalized. I approach therapy through an intersectional feminist lens that actively seeks to name the ways in which racism, sexism, transphobia, homophobia, fatphobia, and classism have an impact on your life.

My primary specializations are gender and sexuality, depression, anxiety, trauma, perinatal/postpartum adjustment, and life transitions. Therapy with me can include creative arts activities, mindfulness, EMDR, CBT, and various other body based trauma informed approaches.

I know starting therapy can feel intimidating! Let's connect and talk about how we can help you explore, grow, heal, and be your best self.

ph: (845) 299-2519

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