About

 

Laurel LevinI am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private practice in Smithtown and I provide counseling and psychotherapy to individuals from all areas on Long Island.

I’d like you to think of this as the first step.  Today you are one step closer to living the life you want and feeling empowered and on a positive path.  My goal is to develop an authentic therapeutic relationship with you while providing a safe, non-judgmental and nurturing environment. 

I offer both Counseling and Psychotherapy. What’s the difference between the two? 

Counseling is generally short-term treatment used to achieve personal and professional goals. 

Psychotherapy is generally longer-term during which time underlying issues that get in the way of current satisfaction and happiness are explored.

My Approach & Style

Each session will focus entirely on YOU. I take time to assess each individual so that I can truly understand long and short-term goals and needs. My approach is client centered, interactive and collaborative with an emphasis on understanding your emotional needs, improving communication skills and providing practical solutions to life’s challenges. My style is very engaging. Not only does it incorporate active listening, but also a ready sense of humor.

I integrate a number of theories and techniques into my practice and find it very helpful to focus on patterns and themes that emerge repeatedly across people’s lives. Primarily cognitive behavioral and psychodynamic therapy is used although I incorporate techniques from many traditions such as solution focused, gestalt, and mindfulness techniques so as to provide flexibility. My goal is to help you understand what has shaped your life today and how to resolve your personal challenges. 

If this sounds good to you, let’s go.

Expertise & Specialty Areas
Experience has taught me that therapy can be life-changing. People seek me out for any number of reasons: feelings of anxiety and stress; difficulties in relationships; bereavement and loss, low self-esteem, challenges in traversing life transitions, or just a vague sense of being stuck in their lives. 
Education and Clinical Experience

I am an Adelphi University graduate with a Masters Degree in Social Work. I have a New York State License in Clinical Social Work and I am the founder of Gateway Counseling LCSW PLLC.

I have completed post graduate training in Postpartum Depression and Anxiety from the Stress Center in Rosemont, Pennsylvania.

I look forward to sharing more about my services and answering any questions you may have.

Professional Affiliations

Specializing In

  • Anxiety & Stress Management
  • Alleviating Depression
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Bereavement and Loss
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Work and Life Balance
  • Self Esteem

Call now to schedule a confidential consultation or for more information.