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About
Teresa G. DeBoer is a licensed marriage and family therapist and mental health counselor serving individuals and families in Staten Island. She specializes in working with adult children and families affected by alcohol and drug abuse, helping clients whose lives have been disrupted by addiction. She also works with families of all ages, including children on the autism spectrum.
DeBoer uses a systemic approach that brings entire families into therapy sessions rather than focusing solely on individual clients. She integrates cognitive, behavioral, and spiritual awareness to help clients recognize their own capacity to create harmony in their lives. She is comfortable conducting individual, group, and family counseling sessions and uses creative therapeutic methods to encourage sharing and support among clients.
Services include:
- Individual therapy for adults and families
- Family therapy and family counseling sessions
- Group counseling for adult children of alcoholics
- Support groups for children and teens on the autism spectrum
- Groups addressing dual disorders and chemical dependency
- Mental illness support groups
- Sand tray therapy
- Guided imagery, breathing, and meditation groups
- Workshops