Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Tracy L. Dushane, BCETS, LMHC-LP, CASAC-T, LL.M., is a new therapist at Kensington Wellness, providing specialized services in the Capital District, NY and beyond through telehealth. With a focus on trauma-informed care and resiliency training, Tracy works closely with military service members, their families, and first responders, offering compassionate support tailored to their unique experiences. This marks her first year with Kensington Wellness, and she is thrilled to contribute to a team that shares her commitment to mental health and wellness.
Tracy brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice, having worked in various mental health settings that cater to diverse populations. Her passion lies in helping individuals navigate the challenges of trauma, fostering resilience, and promoting healing in their lives. She believes in the power of connection and understanding as essential elements in the therapeutic process.
A resident of the Capital District, Tracy is devoted to making mental health services accessible and impactful for her community. She encourages those she works with to embrace self-discovery and prioritize their mental well-being. With a focus on empathy, empowerment, and growth, Tracy is eager to guide her clients on their journeys toward healing and fulfillment. To schedule an appointment with Tracy, please call or request a virtual session online today.
Leon’s goal is to help you find meaning in your life, build stronger self-esteem and inner composure, create practical coping strategies, dismantle limiting beliefs, and find creative ways to make changes and to reach your potential. Leon holds Master’s degrees in mental health counseling and creativity and talent development research, and a certification in life coaching. Leon has experience with diverse clients, including but not limited to those with depression, anxiety, bipolar and borderline personality disorders, social anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, health anxiety, ADHD, substance use, and existential and relationship concerns.
Damon G. LaBarbera, PhD, Licensed Psychologist ([email protected]), offers in-person sessions in Rockville Centre, New York, for clients with life problems. Dr. LaBarbera also offers telehealth services from Rockville Centre and Union City, New Jersey for Florida and New Jersey residents.
His training is that he is a graduate of Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island and attended an APA-Approved Clinical Psychology Program and APA-Approved Clinical Psychology Internship. He has had a busy private practice for over 35 years.
Dr. LaBarbera has experience treating mild to severe psychological disorders, including social anxiety, panic attacks, workplace stress, trauma, depression, and dissociation. He has completed thousands of psychological batteries ordered by neurologists, psychiatrists, bariatric and pain surgeons, and many private, military, and state agencies.
Using different therapy styles as well as psychological tests to aid in diagnosis and measure progress. He carefully assesses biological features that may contribute to psychological problems. Goal is to strategically address symptoms and life situations to enhance productivity, functionality, prosperity, position, and intimacy.
Dr. LaBarbera has worked with clients in sensitive jobs in industry, law enforcement, and the special forces of every branch of service. He has worked with students of all ages, technical workers, and bright but rebellious teens. He has trained or supervised many therapists for their licensure.
Dr. LaBarbera accepts various payment methods and if you are unclear whether your insurance is accepted, please contact the office.
Dr. LaBarbera is fully licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Florida as and is a member of the New York Psychological Association, New Jersey Psychological Association (NJPA), Senior Psychologist with Florida Psychological Association (FPA), and American Psychological Association (APA).
You can call Damon G. LaBarbera, PhD, Licensed Psychologist, today or book an appointment online to learn more.
Neil Altman, PhD, is a seasoned psychoanalytic psychotherapist at Harlem Family Services, located in the East Harlem community of Manhattan in New York City.
Dr. Altman has many years of experience in community-based work, in public clinics, and in private practice. He is currently co-chair of the section on Community Psychoanalysis of the American Psychoanalytic Association. He is a member of the faculty at the William Alanson White Institute in New York City and at the Massachusetts Institute for Psychoanalysis in Boston. He is an Honorary Member of the William Alanson White Society and Visiting Faculty at Ambedkar University of Delhi, India.
Dr. Altman is Editor Emeritus and Associate Editor of Psychoanalytic Dialogues, and on the editorial staff of The Journal of Infant, Child, and Adolescent Psychotherapy; The Journal of Child Psychotherapy; and The International Journal of Applied Psychoanalytic Studies. He is the author of "Psychoanalysis in Times of Accelerating Cultural Change: Spiritual Globalization" (2015), "The Analyst in the Inner City: Race, Class and Culture through a Psychoanalytic Lens" (2010), and "White Privilege: Psychoanalytic Perspectives" (2020). He is the co-author of "Relational Child Psychotherapy" (2002). Dr. Altman has published more than sixty articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Ernest P. Smith, LCSW-R, is a seasoned psychoanalyst with over 45 years of experience in mental health, criminal justice, education, and adolescent development. He holds a master’s degree in social work from Columbia University and is a graduate of the prestigious Training Institute of the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis.
Mr. Smith specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and personality disorders, offering both short- and long-term therapeutic approaches for individuals, couples, and families. Utilizing techniques such as free association, interpretation, and clarification, he facilitates meaningful personality change and emotional growth.
In addition to his private practice, Mr. Smith serves as Clinical Consultant and Clinical Director at the Harlem Family Institute in New York City. In this role, he supervises candidates in psychoanalytic training, provides technical assistance to the administration, and ensures that the needs of the community remain central to the Institute’s mission.
Mr. Smith is particularly sensitive to LGBTQ+ issues and has a comprehensive understanding of multicultural concerns, ensuring his practice is inclusive and affirming. He is a member of the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis and has contributed to the field through clinical supervision and mentoring of professionals in training.
A licensed clinical social worker in New York State, Mr. Smith is committed to providing compassionate and insightful care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Louis Pansulla, has over 35 years of experience providing clinical, community-based, and academic experience, working principally with LGBTQI+, BIPOC, and other ‘marginalized’ communities.
Louis is on the core faculty in the doctoral program at the Institute for Clinical Social Work (ICSW) in Chicago and also teaches in the analytical programs at the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy (ICP) in New York, where he served as clinic director.
He has presented at both national and international conferences, with particular focus on Relational theories, psychoanalysis, sexuality and gender, and ‘othering’. Louis maintains a full-time private practice and clinical supervision in Brooklyn and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
To schedule an appointment with Louis or another member of the team at Harlem Family Services, call the office or request an appointment online today.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Kansai University in Osaka, Japan
Southern Arkansas University
Central Arkansas University – Master in Psychology
Georgia State University – Doctor of Psychology
Tennessee University Health Science Center – Internship
