Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Mental Health Counseling Services in Watertown, NY
Family Counseling Service of NNY has provided compassionate mental health support to Northern New York communities since 1958. Our team of licensed professionals offers individualized counseling through evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and trauma-informed care. We specialize in serving diverse populations with services ranging from individual therapy to domestic violence counseling. Our clinicians maintain advanced certifications in specialized areas like sex therapy and anger management. We operate on a wellness model emphasizing client empowerment through personalized treatment plans.Telehealth options ensure accessibility while maintaining strict confidentiality standards. Our sliding fee scale promotes equitable access to mental health care regardless of financial circumstances. With decades of combined experience, our staff includes experts in child development, crisis intervention, and family systems therapy. We maintain partnerships with local organizations to enhance community mental health resources. Our commitment to ethical practice is demonstrated through adherence to strict confidentiality protocols and professional boundaries.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Counseling
Family Therapy
Play Therapy
Anger Management
PTSD Treatment
EMDR Therapy
Parenting Education
Domestic Violence Counseling
Telehealth Sessions
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of mental health counseling experience
- Our team includes EMDR-trained trauma specialists
- We provide telehealth counseling for remote accessibility
- Sliding fee scale based on household income available
- Specialized programs for domestic violence survivors and perpetrators
What people say
Compassionate support
Effective therapeutic approaches
Professional staff
Safe environment
Trauma expertise
Services
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling provides personalized mental health support through one-on-one sessions with licensed therapists. This service helps clients address depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions in a confidential setting. Our evidence-based approach combines cognitive behavioral techniques with client-centered care to promote emotional growth and self-awareness.
Couples Counseling
Couples counseling focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts between partners. Our therapists help couples address marital issues, premarital concerns, and relationship challenges through structured sessions. The service includes tools for conflict resolution and strategies for strengthening emotional connections in both heterosexual and LGBTQ+ relationships.
Play Therapy
Play therapy addresses emotional and behavioral issues in children aged 3-12 through therapeutic play activities. This approach helps children process trauma, develop social skills, and express emotions non-verbally. Our certified therapists use specialized techniques to help children with anxiety, behavioral disorders, and developmental challenges in a safe, supportive environment.
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy treats trauma and PTSD through guided eye movements and cognitive restructuring techniques. This evidence-based approach helps clients process distressing memories and reduce emotional distress. Our certified therapists use EMDR to treat veterans, abuse survivors, and individuals with anxiety disorders using protocols validated by clinical research.
Anger Management
Anger management programs teach clients to recognize triggers and develop healthy coping mechanisms. Our 12-week group program combines cognitive behavioral techniques with communication skills training. The service addresses both individual anger issues and domestic violence rehabilitation through structured therapeutic interventions.
People
Britnee Berrett
Director of Clinical Operations
Licensed Clinical Social Worker with expertise in trauma recovery and EMDR therapy. Specializes in treating personality disorders and providing sex therapy. Holds advanced training in emotional freedom techniques.
Erica Adrian
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Therapist specializing in adolescent mental health and LGBTQ+ counseling. Certified in evidence-based practices including cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. Experienced in school-based mental health programs.
Zoel Houle
Licensed Master Social Worker
Mental health professional with experience in crisis intervention and substance abuse counseling. Specializes in working with transitional age youth and elderly populations using cognitive behavioral techniques.
Michelle Nitschke
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Certified clinical trauma professional with 15+ years of experience in community mental health. Specializes in crisis intervention and trauma recovery. Former corrections rehabilitation coordinator with expertise in forensic mental health.
Questions
Do you accept insurance?
We accept United Healthcare, Fidelis, Tricare, Martins Point, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Aetna-Meritain. Please verify your coverage with our office.
What are your cancellation policies?
We charge a $75 fee for cancellations with less than 24 hours notice or missed appointments. Please provide advance notice through our official channels.
Do you offer telehealth services?
Yes, we provide telehealth counseling through secure video or phone sessions. Check with your insurance provider for coverage details.
What counseling specialties are available?
We offer individual, couples, family therapy, play therapy, EMDR, anger management, domestic violence counseling, and specialized trauma recovery programs.
Are sliding fee options available?
Yes, we offer sliding fee scale rates based on household income and family size with documented proof of income.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (315) 782-4483 or complete our online contact form to schedule your initial consultation with a licensed therapist.
