Christine Colavito, LMHC, CASAC
East Setauket, New York
Verified
Professions: Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Mental Health Counselor
Languages: English
Telephone: 631-212-1575
My Approach to Therapy
I am committed to providing empathetic treatment that progresses at your pace. We will work together collaboratively to identify goals and make a plan to achieve them. It is important for me to provide you with a warm and genuine experience in therapy in order to feel comfortable and not judged. My passion as a therapist is to help facilitate your healing and personal growth.
My Practice & Services
I work with adults (ages 18 and over). My specialties are substance abuse and treatment of traumaPTSD. Please feel free to call me with any questions or to set up an appointment. I look forward to working with you, should I get the privileged.
What I Love about Being a Psychotherapist
Being a psychotherapist is a passion of mine and I am proud to say that I love what I do. It is not only a job for me, I would also consider it to be a "calling". Being able to provide help to those who are suffering gives me a sense of purpose and fulfillment that I can not find elsewhere. It has enabled me to see the power of kindness and empathy and how having someone to talk to can make a world of difference.
Had a Negative Therapy Experience?
If you have had a negative experience in therapy in the past, that does not mean that you are not cut out for therapy. It may simply mean that you have not found the therapist whom is the right match for you. There are many different therapy styles and finding what works for you, will likely be your key to success in this experience. My style is warm, empathetic and judgement-free. This therapy style has been successful for me because it fosters the therapy relationship and builds trust.
Expertise & Specialties
Age Groups I Work With
AdultsElders
Groups I Work With
I specialize in working with survivors of sexualphysicalemotional abuse andor neglect, survivors of trauma, individuals with substance abuse problems.
Therapy Services & Specialties
Concerns & Challenges Addressed
AbandonmentAbuse / Abuse Survivor IssuesAddictions and CompulsionsAdjusting to Change / Life TransitionsAngerAnxietyBipolarBreakup
Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness-Based InterventionsPsychodynamicRational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Industries & Communities
Union First