Healing & Growth Counseling

10/20/2025

Marisa Higgins, MSEd, CRC, NCC, MHC-LP is a clinician at Healing & Growth Counseling providing mental health services to the local community in our Massapequa Park office.

Marisa's focus areas include: Anxiety, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Trauma & PTSD, ADHD, and Intellectual & Learning Disabilities. Marisa is an LGBTQIA+ affirming clinician and believes in creating safe spaces for each client that she meets with.

Read more about Marisa on our website: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/marisa-higgins-msed-crc-ncc-mhc-lp.html

Interested in scheduling an appointment with Marisa? Call us at (516) 406-8991 or fill out our Contact Form here: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/contact.html

10/15/2025

Brenna Tighe, MSEd, CRC, LMHC, is a clinician at Healing & Growth Counseling providing in-person services at our Massapequa Park office and telehealth services across the state of New York. Brenna is passionate about her role in the field of mental health, providing therapy to clients as well as being involved in the community as a volunteer. Thank you Brenna for all the ways in which you contribute to the field of mental health.

Learn more about Brenna by reading her bio on our website: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/brenna-tighe-lmhc-crc.html

Interested in scheduling an appointment with Brenna? Call us at (516) 406-8991 or fill out our Contact form here: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/contact.html

10/12/2025

October is ADHD Awareness Month 💙✨
A time to learn, understand, and support those living with ADHD.
Awareness opens the door to empathy, growth, and meaningful change. 🌱

Therapy can help build focus, confidence, and emotional regulation while strengthening communication and family connection. 💬💡

Visit Healing & Growth Counseling to learn more or call our office to schedule a consultation — we’re here to help. 💚

10/08/2025

When we use someone's correct pronouns, we're saying:
"I see you."
"I respect your identity."
"You belong here."

And when we get it wrong (because we are human), the most important thing is to correct ourselves, apologize (briefly), and keep learning.

Affirming someone's identity, including their preferred pronouns, is a small action that can have a powerful impact on mental health and safety.

At Healing & Growth Counseling, every part of you is welcome, including your pronouns ✨

(Thank you to LGBT Network for providing the graphics for the 2025 Coming Out Campaign, and for everything you do for the community!)

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10/07/2025

Meg Ockovic, MA, LMHC is a clinician at Healing & Growth Counseling, providing in person services in Massapequa Park and telehealth services to clients throughout the state of New York. A primary focus area of her practice is working with clients going through life transitions. Knowing that life transitions can lead to many different emotions, and can increase symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions, she recognizes the benefits of therapy during these times.

Read Meg's bio on our website to learn more about her: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/meg-ockovic-ma-lmhc.html

Interested in scheduling an appointment with Meg? Call us at (516) 406-8991 or fill out our Contact form here: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/contact.html

10/06/2025

Today begins the 2025 Campaign for National Coming Out Day. Let's start the week with education about definitions related to the irrational fears and assumptions that are rooted in misinformation, bias, and discomfort.

"It's just a phase."
"You're confused."
"You'll grow out of it."
"Why do you have to make everything about your identity?"

Though irrational, they are often internalized by those who hear them over and over again. These phrases can lead to shame, anxiety, and deep emotional wounds.

At Healing & Growth Counseling, we know that healing from these messages in possible. In therapy, we hold space to untangle the web caused by rejection, fear, and ignorance, in order to reconnect with your worth and identity.

We see you. We support you.

10/04/2025

Exciting news to share! We have been nominated for BEST PSYCHOTHERAPIST in Best of Long Island 2026! It is an honor to be nominated :-)

Support us by voting for us once daily through December 15th at www.bestoflongisland.com!

10/03/2025

Meet Marisa! Our newest team member, Marisa brings with her a wealth of experience and skill to clients at Healing & Growth Counseling. Marisa's background includes vocational counseling, mental health counseling, and higher education, preparing her well for empowering clients to overcome barriers and navigate transitions in school, work, and life.

Read more about Marisa on our website: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/marisa-higgins-msed-crc-ncc-mhc-lp.html

Interested in scheduling an appointment with Marisa? Reach out to us at (516) 406-8991 or fill out our Contact form: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/contact.html

10/02/2025

With National Coming Out Day approaching on Saturday 10/11, let's prepare by increasing awareness about ways that we as a community can provide more inclusive spaces to support people of the LGBT community in feeling safe to be their authentic self.

Our therapists are here to support LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies with compassion, care, and a safe space to explore identity, relationships, and mental wellness. Today and every day, we stand with you. 🏳️‍🌈

If you or someone you love is looking for support, our doors are open.

Thank you to the LGBT Network for all the work you do, including creating the graphics for the 2025 Coming Out Campaign.

10/01/2025

Sarah Mohan, MS, CRC, MHC-LP, CVE, WIP-C is a clinician at Healing & Growth Counseling providing individual mental health counseling services to clients across the state of New York by telehealth. She is focused on providing individualized care to her clients, tailoring her approaches and interventions to best serve each person.

Read more about Sarah in her bio on our website: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/sarah-mohan-ms-crc-mhc-lp-cve-wip-c.html

To schedule an appointment with Sarah, reach out to us at (516) 406-8991 or fill out our Contact Form here: https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/contact.html

10/01/2025

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Let us all take pause to recognize the emotional journey that often accompanies a breast cancer diagnosis - not just for those diagnosed, but also for their loved ones and caregivers.

The fear, uncertainty, body image changes, and treatment side effects can take a deep toll on mental and emotional well-being. In addition to medical care, emotional support is vital.

To those currently navigating this journey:
Your feelings are valid.
You are not alone.
It's ok to ask for help.

Whether you are currently in treatment, recovery, or supporting someone who is, remember that your mental health matters.

Let's keep spreading awareness!

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10/01/2025

Check out our newest blog post, the first written by clinician Talia Bina, MSEd, MPhil, MHC-LP! One of Talia's focus areas in clinical work is C-PTSD. Titled "What is Complex Trauma and C-PTSD?", she shares about the signs and symptoms of C-PTSD, the co-occurring disorders frequently seen with C-PTSD, and ways to work towards healing.

https://www.healinggrowthcounseling.com/blog/what-is-complex-trauma-and-c-ptsd

Complex Trauma, sometimes called Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), develops from repeated or prolonged exposure to traumatic experiences, often beginning in childhood. Contrarily to...