Services we provide
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing patterns of thinking and behavior to help individuals overcome mental health challenges. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, and by identifying and challenging negative thought patterns, individuals can learn healthier ways of coping with their problems.
Prolonged Exposure (PE)
Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy is a treatment for PTSD where individuals gradually confront and process traumatic memories. This exposure, done over time, helps reduce avoidance and fear responses. It involves education about trauma, breathing techniques for anxiety management, and gradually facing trauma-related situations to reduce symptoms and improve well-being.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a therapeutic approach that emphasizes the development of skills to help individuals navigate complex emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and cultivate a greater sense of self-awareness.
* Dr. Guarino offers 1:1 skills training to adults that are looking to reinforce and build mastery of DBT skills.
DBT skills are divided into 4 modules:
-Mindfulness
-Emotion Regulation
-Distress Tolerance
-Interpersonal Effectiveness
exposure and response prevention
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a therapeutic technique primarily used to treat anxiety disorders, particularly Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). The goal of ERP is to help individuals confront their fears and learn that they can tolerate anxiety without resorting to compulsive behaviors. Over time, repeated exposure to anxiety-provoking situations without performing the compulsions leads to a decrease in anxiety and a reduction in the need to engage in compulsive behaviors.
Services for first responders
First responders, including police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and emergency medical personnel, often face high-pressure situations, trauma exposure, and the need to maintain composure in crisis scenarios. Dr. Guarino is trained to address the mental health needs of first responders, offering a safe space to process the emotional toll of their work. We focus on equipping individuals with coping strategies, stress management techniques, and tools to navigate the complexities of their roles while promoting resilience and mental well-being.
Executive Functioning
Executive functioning refers to a set of mental skills that help people manage tasks and achieve goals. Treatment of executive functioning issues in therapy typically involves a combination of strategies aimed at improving skills that include:
-planning
-organizing
-problem-solving
-time management
consultation / Supervision Services
Dr. Guarino is no offering consolation services in an effort to support, guide, and enhance the efficacy of services offered.
Supervision is now offered (only in New York)
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