Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
“Being empathetic is seeing the world through the eyes of the other, not seeing your world reflected in their eyes”.
-Carl Rogers
Counseling is a process whereby we work together to promote acceptance and change. As a professional in the field for 18 years I have experience in working with individuals facing an array of mental health and substance use issues across many diverse populations. I have helped individuals navigate life issues such as grief and loss, anxiety, stress, trauma, domestic violence, and sexual abuse. I have also facilitated treatment for sexual offenders and perpetrators of domestic violence. I obtained my master’s degree in Counselor Education from SUNY Brockport in May 2002. I received my NBCC certification in 2003, and I obtained NY State licensure in 2006.
I would describe my therapeutic approach as integrative. I meet individuals where they are and try to gain insight and understanding into their worldview. Person-centered approach is primary, focusing on empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard. Motivational interviewing and strength-based theory take center stage. Cognitive-behavioral theory is integrated as appropriate to help facilitate greater understanding and insight regarding challenges and planning for change. Genuineness is important to me. Please do not expect silence or lack of engagement. I will validate thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, but also challenge incongruencies to help facilitate self-awareness.
I am comfortable in all communication platforms, including texts, video chat, phone calls, video conferencing. I have experience in working with clients across all mediums. I look forward to taking the journey with you.
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Renee DeVuyst brings 18 years of professional experience to her work with individuals navigating mental health and substance use concerns. She has worked with diverse populations and supported people through grief and loss, anxiety, stress, trauma, domestic violence, and sexual abuse, and has also facilitated treatment for sexual offenders and perpetrators of domestic violence.
Renee earned a master’s degree in Counselor Education from SUNY Brockport in May 2002, received NBCC certification in 2003, and obtained New York state licensure in 2006. She is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in New York and combines her clinical training with extensive practical experience.
Her therapeutic stance is integrative and person-centered. Renee emphasizes empathy, genuineness, and unconditional positive regard while drawing on motivational interviewing and strength-based principles to build motivation and identify existing resources. Cognitive-behavioral techniques are incorporated when helpful to increase insight and support planning for change. She engages actively in sessions, validating thoughts and feelings while also respectfully challenging inconsistencies to promote self-awareness.
Renee is comfortable using multiple communication methods, including text messages, video chat, phone calls, and video conferencing, and has experience working with clients across these formats. She approaches each therapeutic relationship by meeting the individual where they are and collaborating on acceptance and change. She looks forward to joining clients on their journey toward greater well-being.
Many people wonder whether remote sessions can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.
One clear benefit is flexibility – you can connect in the way that fits your life, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit therapy into a busy schedule.
Licensed professionals provide online services, and if you decide the fit is not right you can switch therapists at any time. For many people facing everyday mental health challenges, therapy delivered remotely can be a practical and effective option.
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