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Adam Krantweiss, Ph.D., NYS Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Address:
Ithaca Psychological Testing, 179 Graham Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone:
607-743-2577
Email:
Website:
Hours of Availability:
M-F, weekends as needed
Specializing in Psychological Testing and Assessment, Adam Krantweiss, Ph.D.,earned his Bachelor’s, Master's, and Doctoral degrees from Binghamton University. Dr. Krantweiss is the clinical director of Ithaca Psychological Testing, has taught assessment-focused classes at Binghamton University, and has conducted psychological assessments for over 10 years in the following areas:
ADHD and/or ADD
IQ and Achievement testing to determine Learning Disability
Dyslexia
Personality Disorders
PTSD
Independent Psychological Exams to qualify for disability
ADHD and/or ADD
IQ and Achievement testing to determine Learning Disability
Dyslexia
Personality Disorders
PTSD
Independent Psychological Exams to qualify for disability
Michelle Kwintner, LCSW-R
Address:
120 E. Buffalo St., Ste. 8, Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-592-4134
Email:
Experience with ages: 12-18 and 18-21
Insurance accepted: Aetna
Near public transport: yes
Areas: Multi-systemic therapy, Object relations therapy
Homevisits: no
Groups: no
Insurance accepted: Aetna
Near public transport: yes
Areas: Multi-systemic therapy, Object relations therapy
Homevisits: no
Groups: no
Mary Lauppe, LCSW-R
Address:
415 N. Tioga St. Ithaca NY 14850 280-1198, Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-280-1198
Email:
Website:
Hours of Availability:
Mon.- Fri. 9-3, Mon. and Wed. afternoon and evening available by request
Issues of Specialization (in order of priority):
1. Post-Partum Depression
2. Parenting/Family
3. Depression
4. Interpersonal Relationships
5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
6. Anxiety/Panic
7. Marriage/Cohabitation
8. Grief/Loss
9. PTSD
10. Anger
Orientations:
Client-Centered; Cognitive Therapy; Psychodynamic; Solution Oriented
Techniques:
EMDR; Meditation; Relaxation Exercises; Sand Tray Therapy
Therapy Support Groups:
Meditation/Relaxation for kids
Client Population:
Children (7-12); Students; Young Adults; Middle Age; Older Adults; Families/Couples; Gay; Lesbian; Bisexual; Transgender
Third Party Insurance Accepted?
Yes (Blue Cross/Blue Shield, ENI, Fidelis Care, Health Now, Magellan, Value Options and others)
Medicare?
No
Medicaid?
Through Fidelis Care
Fees:
Individual: 100
Family: 100
Couple: 100
Group: 40
Testing: No
Drug/Alcohol: No
Sliding Scale: YES
Comments:
I use a supportive and person-centered approach. With eleven years' experience in private practice, and over sixteen years in the field of mental health, I have worked with a wide range of issues and concerns. My belief is that healing/problem solving take place best within the context of a good and creative therapeutic relationship.
1. Post-Partum Depression
2. Parenting/Family
3. Depression
4. Interpersonal Relationships
5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
6. Anxiety/Panic
7. Marriage/Cohabitation
8. Grief/Loss
9. PTSD
10. Anger
Orientations:
Client-Centered; Cognitive Therapy; Psychodynamic; Solution Oriented
Techniques:
EMDR; Meditation; Relaxation Exercises; Sand Tray Therapy
Therapy Support Groups:
Meditation/Relaxation for kids
Client Population:
Children (7-12); Students; Young Adults; Middle Age; Older Adults; Families/Couples; Gay; Lesbian; Bisexual; Transgender
Third Party Insurance Accepted?
Yes (Blue Cross/Blue Shield, ENI, Fidelis Care, Health Now, Magellan, Value Options and others)
Medicare?
No
Medicaid?
Through Fidelis Care
Fees:
Individual: 100
Family: 100
Couple: 100
Group: 40
Testing: No
Drug/Alcohol: No
Sliding Scale: YES
Comments:
I use a supportive and person-centered approach. With eleven years' experience in private practice, and over sixteen years in the field of mental health, I have worked with a wide range of issues and concerns. My belief is that healing/problem solving take place best within the context of a good and creative therapeutic relationship.
Mary Leonardo, LCSW-R
Address:
250 Hillcrest Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-279-9034
Email:
Experience with ages: 6-12,12-18 and 18-21
Insurance accepted: Out of network provider (BC/ND,Aetna, other)
Near public transport: no
Areas: Eating disorders, self harming, high risk behaviors, grief counseling, drug and alcohol assessment and treatment
Homevisits: yes
Groups: yes- social/emotioal, grief, teen issues
Insurance accepted: Out of network provider (BC/ND,Aetna, other)
Near public transport: no
Areas: Eating disorders, self harming, high risk behaviors, grief counseling, drug and alcohol assessment and treatment
Homevisits: yes
Groups: yes- social/emotioal, grief, teen issues
Deborah Loewe, LCSW-R
Address:
122 West Court Street, Suite 109 , Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone:
607) 256-4422
Website:
Deborah received her MSW from Rutgers University and has been working in the field of social work in a variety of positions for the past 25 years. Deborah's positions have included working as a Hospice and Oncology Social Worker and as a Mental Health Therapist in a community Mental Health agency. For the past 8 years she has been working as a Day Treatment therapist for Franziska Racker Centers with children with a variety of mental health diagnosis and their families. Deborah's varied experience has given her the opportunity to work with individuals with many types of issues across the life span. She has some training in art therapy and as a lover of art, enjoys bringing creativity to the therapuetic process. Deborah believes that each individual has within them innate wisdom which can be a guide to their own healing and growth . She sees the therapuetic process as a journey toward that wisdom and as a container to nurture that growth. Currently, Deborah is specializing in working with teens and adults with relational, mood, anxiety and trauma issues. Modalities include psychodynamic, CBT and mindfulness practices. Deborah is also certified to provide EMDR therapy.
Kate Lyons, MS, CCC-SLP, LATS
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
(607) 269-7649
Website:
Ithaca Interaction Therapy specializes in developing the social communication skills (social skills) that allow children, teens, and adults access to school, career, workplace, friendship, and community.
Social communication (also known as social skills or social language) involves recognizing the way our actions affect the thoughts and feelings of others, how they respond to us, how we react, and how others affect our thoughts and feelings. Difficulty understanding the needs and intentions of others can prevent people from enjoying the academic success, employment, and friendships of which they are capable. This difficulty can affect every aspect of an individual's life, including organization, planning, timeliness, mood/affect, focus, starting and keeping relationships, paying bills, living with a roommate, initiating change, the ability to communicate for multiple purposes, and more.
Social communication (also known as social skills or social language) involves recognizing the way our actions affect the thoughts and feelings of others, how they respond to us, how we react, and how others affect our thoughts and feelings. Difficulty understanding the needs and intentions of others can prevent people from enjoying the academic success, employment, and friendships of which they are capable. This difficulty can affect every aspect of an individual's life, including organization, planning, timeliness, mood/affect, focus, starting and keeping relationships, paying bills, living with a roommate, initiating change, the ability to communicate for multiple purposes, and more.
Linda Mack, PHD
Address:
233 South Albany St., Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-277-4226
Email:
Experience with ages: 6-12,12-18 and 18-21
Insurance accepted: Empire plan, Health now, and others
Near public transport: yes
Areas: Play therapy, CBT, Family therapy, Grief counseling, Emotional and behavioral issues, and Positive behavior planning
Homevisits: no
Groups: no
Insurance accepted: Empire plan, Health now, and others
Near public transport: yes
Areas: Play therapy, CBT, Family therapy, Grief counseling, Emotional and behavioral issues, and Positive behavior planning
Homevisits: no
Groups: no
Ellen Maranca, LCSW, PLLC
Email:
Bernard Member, MD, PLLC
Address:
129 Park Place, Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-277-0502
Experience with ages: Birth-5, 6-12,12-18 and 18-21
Near public transport: yes
Areas: Family therapy, Positive behavior planning, Medication management, and Individual therapy
Homevisits: yes
Groups: no
Near public transport: yes
Areas: Family therapy, Positive behavior planning, Medication management, and Individual therapy
Homevisits: yes
Groups: no
Maria C. Morog, PhD, New York State Licensed Psychologist
Address:
115 Ithaca Road (Office Only; No Mail), PO Box 4052 (Mail), Ithaca, NY 14852
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-379-1468
Email:
Website:
Hours of Availability:
M-F 9:30-4
At this time, my practice consists exclusively of psychological assessment. I do not provide ongoing psychological treatment. Psychological assessment reports will contain detailed recommendations that families and individuals can take back to their school and/or outpatient treatment provider for implementation. I work with adults and children of all ages. Psychological evaluation is useful to assess for learning and academic challenges, ADHD, developmental concerns (including autistic spectrum disorders), identification of giftedness, challenges with social/emotional adjustment and functioning, and challenges with independent living. I would be happy to consult with you to determine if psychological evaluation makes sense as the next step for you to take.
Maria Muscente, LCSW-R
Address:
122 West Court Street, Suite 109 , Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone:
607) 256-4422
Website:
Maria grew up in a small community close to Ithaca, and has lived in Ithaca since 1997. Maria has fifteen years of experience in clinical social work. Maria graduated from St. Bonaventure University with a bachelor's degree in psychology in 1994, andfrom Marywood University with a Master's degree in 1996. Maria worked for the (Special Children's Franziska Racker Centers for six years, both providing social work services in their preschool classrooms for children with special needs, and providing play therapy to preschool children. Maria also co-directed the Family Resolution Project through the Racker Centers, and affiliated with the Department of Social Services, to assist families who had open cases in the child protective unit in strength-based care planning for their children. Maria facilitated a support group for foster and adoptive parents through the Department of Social Services also during this time.
Maria has her Certificate in School Social Work, and has worked both as an elementary school social worker in the Ithaca City School District, and as a middle and high school social worker in the Spencer Van Etten School District. Maria currently contracts with the state of New York Tompkins County Early Intervention Program, and the Committees on Preschool Special Education in surrounding school districts to provide play therapy and family counseling services to children within these two programs.
Maria specializes in child, and adolescent therapy. Specific areas of interest include helping people with parenting support and education, adolescent counseling, play therapy with young children, and supportive counseling for adults. Maria believes that people innately know what they need to feel whole and healthy. Therapeutic support offers people an arena to search for their own answers with gentle guidance and clarity. This support can strengthen both skill sets and feeling of ownership and confidence in ability to care for oneself. Maria's therapeutic philosophy is a strength-based, person centered approach to well-being and mental health. Maria is also the mother of three young daughters.
Maria has her Certificate in School Social Work, and has worked both as an elementary school social worker in the Ithaca City School District, and as a middle and high school social worker in the Spencer Van Etten School District. Maria currently contracts with the state of New York Tompkins County Early Intervention Program, and the Committees on Preschool Special Education in surrounding school districts to provide play therapy and family counseling services to children within these two programs.
Maria specializes in child, and adolescent therapy. Specific areas of interest include helping people with parenting support and education, adolescent counseling, play therapy with young children, and supportive counseling for adults. Maria believes that people innately know what they need to feel whole and healthy. Therapeutic support offers people an arena to search for their own answers with gentle guidance and clarity. This support can strengthen both skill sets and feeling of ownership and confidence in ability to care for oneself. Maria's therapeutic philosophy is a strength-based, person centered approach to well-being and mental health. Maria is also the mother of three young daughters.
Lezlie Namaste,
Mia Pancaldo, PHD
Address:
416 N. Tioga St., Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-275-0627
Email:
Experience with ages: 6-12,12-18 and 18-21
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Medicare, Aetna, BC/BS, and others
Near public transport: yes
Areas: EMDR, Play therapy, CBT, DBT, Family therapy, and Grief counseling
Homevisits: no
Groups: no
Insurance accepted: Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Medicare, Aetna, BC/BS, and others
Near public transport: yes
Areas: EMDR, Play therapy, CBT, DBT, Family therapy, and Grief counseling
Homevisits: no
Groups: no
Lisa Pate, LCSW-R
Address:
122 West Court Street, Suite 109 , Ithaca, NY 14850
Phone:
607) 256-4422
Website:
Lisa grew up in downstate NY and came to Ithaca in 1987 to attend Cornell University. She completed her BS in Human Development and Family Studies in 1993 while working as an infant/toddler teacher at Ithaca Community Childcare Center. She stayed on at IC3 after graduating, where her interest in working with children and families led to a career in social work. Lisa received her MSW from Marywood University in Scranton, PA in 2003 and began working as a clinician at Family and Children’s Service of Ithaca. Soon after that, she took her current position with Franziska Racker Centers as a Day Treatment Counselor working with children and teens with emotional and behavioral disabilities and their families.
As a Day Treatment Counselor, Lisa has developed expertise in working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, and who experience mood and behavioral difficulties. She is experienced in play therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with children and adolescents, and has experience in teaching Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills to teenagers. Her approach to working with children and adolescents is to help them discover their own strengths, and to develop life-long skills to manage their emotions so they can engage effectively with others in their world. Lisa works to build partnerships with parents and caregivers as she believes families are the best advocates and supports for their children.
Lisa has also been a Parenting Educator through Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County since 1999. In that position, she teaches classes including Parents Apart, the Parenting Skills Workshop Series, Parenting Styles, and Thriving with Your Spirited Child. She has also done in-home parenting education through their Facilitated Visitation program. Lisa takes a strengths-based, developmental approach to helping families through life-stage transitions. Her focus is on building on a family’s strengths and helping add new tools to their parenting skills, with the goal of improving communication and building positive relationships.
As a Day Treatment Counselor, Lisa has developed expertise in working with children and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, and who experience mood and behavioral difficulties. She is experienced in play therapy and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy with children and adolescents, and has experience in teaching Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills to teenagers. Her approach to working with children and adolescents is to help them discover their own strengths, and to develop life-long skills to manage their emotions so they can engage effectively with others in their world. Lisa works to build partnerships with parents and caregivers as she believes families are the best advocates and supports for their children.
Lisa has also been a Parenting Educator through Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County since 1999. In that position, she teaches classes including Parents Apart, the Parenting Skills Workshop Series, Parenting Styles, and Thriving with Your Spirited Child. She has also done in-home parenting education through their Facilitated Visitation program. Lisa takes a strengths-based, developmental approach to helping families through life-stage transitions. Her focus is on building on a family’s strengths and helping add new tools to their parenting skills, with the goal of improving communication and building positive relationships.
Rachele Pollack, LCSW-R
Address:
319 North Tioga St., Ithaca, NY 14850
Area Served:
tompkins
Phone:
607-269-0187
Email:
Experience with ages: Birth-5, 6-12,12-18 and 18-21
Insurance accepted: Child Health Plus, Aetna,Excellus BC/BS,Value Options, Magellan, United Behavior Health, EmpirePlan,Health Now, Pomco. Near public transport: yes
Areas: Play therapy, CBT, Individual and Couple Counseling, Family therapy, Positive behavior planning, and Alcohol and drug evaluations, parenting
Homevisits: no
Groups: yes- Social skills and Peer support
Insurance accepted: Child Health Plus, Aetna,Excellus BC/BS,Value Options, Magellan, United Behavior Health, EmpirePlan,Health Now, Pomco. Near public transport: yes
Areas: Play therapy, CBT, Individual and Couple Counseling, Family therapy, Positive behavior planning, and Alcohol and drug evaluations, parenting
Homevisits: no
Groups: yes- Social skills and Peer support
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