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Karina Simon-Schneidman, MBA, MS, CBHC

Headshot of therapist and coach, Karina Schneidman.

Pronouns: She/Her

Identities: Cisgender woman

Language(s) Spoken: Russian, English

Phone: 516-927-7999

Address: Smithtown, NY

Website: https://coachkarinaschneidman.com/

Get to know me:

I was born in Ukraine and immigrated as a child to the United States. I have always been drawn to people, their thoughts, their needs and wants. I find the human condition to be such a beautiful experience riddled with darkness and pain, and so I wanted to be part of the healing process.

What does affirmative psychotherapy mean to me?
Affirmative psychotherapy means that every single client deserves a unique approach that fits them, not the mold. It all comes down to person-centered support, validation and awareness.

What populations do I work with?
I work with couples, individuals, families and minority groups. I find that each couple is unique (like a fingerprint) and requires a seasoned approach. One of my focuses is neuro-wellness, specifically, ADHD and spectrum clients.

What is my approach to healing?
I have a boutique style of working with my clients. “I will meet you where you are ”,  learn about your narrative, and your story to lead us into the direction you’d like to go. I am a mindful and person-centered coach, my goal is to understand my clients, their personality and help them in a nurturing and safe place. The most important relationship of your life is the one you have with yourself. All of our relationships start with how we see ourselves.

What issues am I most skilled at addressing as a mental health professional?
As a coach I focus on self-validation and narrative work, relationship science, brain and gut health and grief.

EDUCATION & LICENSE

Education: Master’s in Behavioral Science and Counseling

School: Capella University 

Year Graduated: 2021

Education: Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Operations and Compliance and Coaching

School: AIU

Year Graduated: 2015

Years in Practice: 9

Additional Credentials:

Standford University – Human and Nutritional Health Certificate: 2023
 
Alison – ADHD Support and Help Diploma Certificate: 2023
 
Alison – Life Coaching: 2023
 
Mental Health Academy – Men’s Health Certificate: 2021
 
Griffin Occupational Therapy – Sensory Processing Disorder Certificate: 2021

 

FINANCES

Fee Range: $125.00 – $350.00

Accepted Payment Methods:  Paypal & Venmo

Accepted Insurance Plans: N/A