Online Mental Health Counseling Services

Individual Counseling

Individual sessions generally consist of processing past/present stressors and emotions, setting and working towards achievable goals, and reflecting on weekly situations to better understand where to implement therapeutic techniques.

Couples Counseling

Individual Counseling

At PVMHC, it is my mission to ensure that both members of the couple's counseling session feel comfortable, heard, and able to express themself. We will focus on communication, listening, and making progress towards a happy future together.

*Not currently accepting couples*

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Family Counseling

Individual Counseling

Children and Adolescence Counseling

Family counseling consists of the communication and understanding of each member's emotions. I aim to encourage all members to participate and feel validated. Sessions are customized based on each family's needs.

*Not currently accepting families*

Children and Adolescence Counseling

PVMHC understands the importance of proper mental health for our youth. We incorporate 'virtual play' with children as best as possible and work with the parents to ensure all needs are met.

We offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to explore stressors, self-esteem, identity, and other areas of concern.

*Anastasia and Caty are accepting children*

Pregnancy/Postpartum & Parenthood

Children and Adolescence Counseling

Pregnancy/Postpartum & Parenthood

Being pregnant and becoming first-time parents can be a beautiful challenge.

We will help prepare you in a variety of ways for your new journey. We will discuss the expectations, challenges, and stages of birth and parenthood while preparing you with ways of coping and managing emotions.

*Jennifer V. offers long-term pre/postnatal care fo

Being pregnant and becoming first-time parents can be a beautiful challenge.

*Jennifer V. offers long-term pre/postnatal care for you to grow as a new parent. She is actively pursuing her Certification in Perinatal Mental Health*

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Wellness & Workouts

Children and Adolescence Counseling

Pregnancy/Postpartum & Parenthood

Jennifer Volino is also a certified personal trainer and certified nutrition coach. She can help you design your ideal workout plan to ensure you reach your wellness goals.

She has a specialty in women's Bodybuilding, Exercise Therapy, and postpartum workouts. 'Wellness & Workouts' can be incorporated into your general mental health counseling or can be entirely separate.

Psychotherapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

CBT is a goal-oriented approach to improve and manage behaviors, negative thoughts, and internal conflict while incorporating coping skills for symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

DBT is aimed for the management of extreme emotions, impulsive behavior, and complications within relationships. It often includes mindfulness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance.

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy

SBFT is generally short-term and encourages the client to work towards achievable goals while incorporating positivity and mindfulness into daily activities.

Areas of Specialty

Anxiety

Life Transitions

Depression

Anxiety can strike at any moment and sometimes, it affects our ability to function. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is designed to incorporate coping skills into daily activities and reduce the overwhelming symptoms.

Depression

Life Transitions

Depression

Depressive episodes may come and go throughout life. We are here to guide you through this episode and aim to prevent future ones.

Being a new parent can be hard. Postpartum depression does not need to make it harder. Let us help you make your day-to-day life more manageable and enjoyable.

Life Transitions

Whether you are going to college, starting a new job, moving/buying a home, or getting married and starting a family, guidance can be beneficial. Step by step, we will work to get you in a comfortable place to manage symptoms of anxiety and regulate emotions.

Privacy Policy

Our website is designed to provide information about our services and facilitate communication with prospective clients.

We do not collect or store your personal health information through our website. We may collect limited contact information such as name and email when visitors voluntarily email us via submit a contact form.

Any communications that involves personal health information will be handled according to HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality and security.

We do not sell, trade, or share your information with third parties.

By using this website and submitting information, you acknowledge that you understand how your data will be handled.

Legal Notice

Confidentiality, Legal Involvement, and Records Request Policy

Our practice is committed to protecting client confidentiality and strictly complying with federal and New York State privacy laws governing mental health records, including HIPAA and New York Mental Hygiene Law §33.13.

Medical Record Requests

For the protection of client confidentiality, our practice does not accept medical record requests by telephone.

All requests must be submitted in writing and include one of the following:

A valid written authorization signed by the client permitting release of records; or
A court order signed by a judge requiring the release of records.

Requests without proper documentation will not be processed. Staff cannot confirm whether an individual is or was a client without proper written authorization.

Legal Proceedings and Court Involvement

Our clinicians provide therapeutic services only and do not participate in legal or forensic matters. We do not provide services related to litigation or court proceedings, including but not limited to:

Custody or divorce disputes
Eviction or housing proceedings
Disability or insurance claims
Legal evaluations or forensic assessments
Court testimony or expert witness services
Legal documentation or reports for court purposes

Clients who are currently involved in, or anticipate involvement in, legal matters where a therapist may be asked for records, reports, or testimony must disclose this prior to starting treatment. The clinician may determine that a referral to another provider is appropriate.

Voluntary Treatment Only

Our practice serves voluntary clients seeking therapeutic care. We do not provide court-ordered, mandated, or forensic services. Initiating treatment implies voluntary participation.

Therapy vs. Forensic Evaluation

Psychotherapy is intended to support personal growth and mental health treatment. It is not designed to provide objective evaluations or legal recommendations. Clients seeking documentation for legal purposes should consult a qualified forensic mental health professional.

Subpoenas and Legal Requests

If a clinician receives a subpoena or other legal request:

The request will be reviewed under HIPAA and NY Mental Hygiene Law
A valid client authorization or court order is required before any records may be released
The requesting party may be billed for administrative and professional fees associated with responding

Extra protective clause: We do not provide therapy with the expectation that it will be used in court, legal proceedings, or any litigation. Therapy sessions cannot and will not be used to support claims in custody disputes, evictions, or legal conflicts, and any legal party attempting to use therapy records will likely be denied.

Legal and Court-Related Fees

If a clinician is subpoenaed, required to provide records, or asked to participate in legal proceedings, the requesting party is responsible for all fees associated with:

Preparation and review of records
Consultation
Travel
Waiting time
Testimony

These services are billed at the clinician’s standard professional rate and must be paid in advance unless required by law.

Client Acknowledgment

By beginning treatment, clients acknowledge and understand:

Our clinicians provide therapeutic services only.
We do not participate in legal disputes and are not engaged for forensic purposes.
Legal requests for records or testimony may be limited or declined in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Psychotherapy notes and private session reflections are protected and will not be released except with a client authorization or court order.
Clients agree to disclose any ongoing or anticipated legal proceedings prior to starting treatment.

This acknowledgment is intended to protect the confidentiality of therapy and prevent misuse of therapy records in legal contexts.