Michelle Lividini Loiacono, Ph.D.: Enhances Mental Health Services in Harrison, New York

Empowering Minds Through Personalized Care and Effective Coping Strategies

Michelle Lividini Loiacono, Ph.D., a distinguished NYS Licensed Psychologist and Certified School Psychologist, is making significant strides in mental health care at her private practice in Harrison, New York. With a focus on children, adolescents, and adults, Dr. Lividini Loiacono provides tailored treatment and consultation services that address a wide range of psychological needs.

Since May 2022, Dr. Lividini Loiacono has also contributed her expertise to CBT Spectrum, further enhancing her capacity to deliver effective mental health solutions. Her practice is characterized by a collaborative and thoughtful approach that empowers clients and their families to navigate life’s challenges.

Dr. Lividini Loiacono specializes in helping clients develop essential coping strategies to manage stress, improve social skills, and enhance executive functioning. She also focuses on strengthening interpersonal relationships through targeted behavioral interventions and parent training. Her goal is to equip clients with individualized tools that foster success in their daily lives.

A cornerstone of Dr. Lividini Loiacono’s practice is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Through CBT, clients learn to identify their feelings and understand their intensity. This process enables them to connect emotions with thought patterns, ultimately replacing negative or distorted thinking with positive alternatives. Dr. Lividini Loiacono employs various techniques, including modeling, role-playing, and scripting, to teach effective coping strategies and assertive communication skills. Dr. Lividini Loiacono tailors cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to suit the needs of her clients diagnosed with various anxiety disorders, ADHD, and/or Autism.

In addition to CBT, Dr. Loiacono integrates Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy into her practice. She teaches mindfulness, meditation, and breathing exercises, which help clients cultivate clarity of thought and develop the cognitive tools necessary to let go of anxiety-provoking thoughts. This holistic approach enhances emotional regulation and promotes mental well-being.

Dr. Lividini Loiacono also conducts Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) specifically designed to treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Dr. Lividini Loiacono helps clients break the cycle between obsessions and compulsions, challenge negative thoughts and beliefs associated with OCD, develop coping strategies to manage anxiety and distress, and reduce the frequency and intensity of OCD symptoms.

Recognizing the challenges parents face, Dr. Lvidini Loiacono offers comprehensive support and training for caregivers. Her parent management training and mindful parenting techniques equip parents with strategies to foster positive relationships with their children while managing daily stressors. This vital support helps families create nurturing environments conducive to growth and development.

Dr. Lividini Loiacono also provides school and educational consultation services. By collaborating with parents and school service providers, she works to enhance the educational experience for children struggling with academics. Her guidance helps parents navigate educational supports, ensuring that students receive the necessary resources to thrive.

For individuals diagnosed with ADHD, Dr. Lividini Loiacono offers specialized ADHD/Executive Functioning Coaching. She provides clients with tools to manage executive functioning difficulties, which can significantly impact daily life at school, work, and home. By assessing clients’ specific needs, Dr. Lividini Loiacono develops comprehensive, goal-directed plans that address executive functioning weaknesses and promote independent skill development.

Dr. Lividini Loiacono specializes in executive functioning coaching for high school graduates and young adults as they transition into college, the workforce, or independent living. Clients learn time management skills, emotional regulation skills, and enhanced problem solving as well as increased self-awareness, improved focus and attention, and organizational skills. 

Dr. Lividini Loiacono’s impressive educational background includes a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and Spanish from Union College, a Master of Education Degree in School Psychology from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree from The Graduate Center at the City University of New York. Her commitment to professional development is evident through her active membership in several prestigious organizations, including the American Psychological Association, the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, the National Association of School Psychologists, the New York Association of School Psychologists, and the Westchester County Psychological Association.

With a passion for empowering individuals and families, Dr. Michelle Lividini Loiacono is dedicated to fostering mental health and resilience in her community. Her practice stands as a beacon of hope and support for those seeking to improve their psychological well-being and navigate life’s challenges with confidence.

Learn More about Dr. Michelle Lividini Loiacono:
Through her findatopdoc profile, https://www.findatopdoc.com/doctor/192475-Michelle-Lividini-Loiacono-Psychologist, through her website, https://www.michellelividiniloiaconophd.com/ or through CBT Spectrum, http://www.cbtspectrum.com/about-dr-lividini-loiacono 

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