OUR SERVICES

Individual, Family, and Group Therapy

A Holistic Approach to Healing

At River Birch Therapy, we offer a comprehensive, integrative approach to healing that blends expressive arts-based with trauma-informed psychotherapy. We understand that grief, trauma, and chronic illness affect not just the mind, but the whole person. That’s why our services are designed to support your emotional, physical, and creative well-being, helping you navigate the complexities of life’s most difficult challenges.

Whether you’re processing the loss of a loved one, recovering from a medical trauma, or seeking support in managing chronic illness, we’re here to walk alongside you. Through individual therapy, family counseling, and group sessions, each service provides a comprehensive and flexible approach to healing, ensuring that each person or family receives the support they need.

Whether healing alone, with loved ones, or alongside others with similar experiences, our goal is to help you find strength, hope, and lasting peace through every stage of your journey.

GRIEF & LOSS SUPPORT

Grief is a deeply personal journey, and at River Birch Therapy, we honor your unique process of healing. Whether you’re coping with the loss of a loved one, a life-changing illness, or other forms of loss, we provide a compassionate space for you to process your emotions, find meaning, and rediscover hope. We specialize in integrating evidence-based treatment approaches to help you explore your grief and work through the difficult emotions that accompany it.

CHRONIC ILLNESS & MEDICAL TRAUMA

Chronic illness and medical trauma can leave a lasting emotional impact on both the body and mind. We offer specialized therapy to help you navigate the emotional toll of illness, including coping with diagnosis, managing treatment stress, and dealing with the long-term effects of illness. Whether you are living with chronic illness or caring for someone who is, our therapy provides a safe space to process the unique challenges you face, rebuild resilience, and find peace.

Our Services

At River Birch Therapy, we offer a range of services designed to support individuals, families, and groups through the challenges of grief, trauma, and chronic illness. Each service is tailored to meet your specific needs, ensuring a personalized and compassionate approach to healing. Whether you seek one-on-one support, family guidance, or the strength of a shared community, we are here to walk with you on your journey to recovery.

  • One-on-One Support for Healing and Growth

    Individual therapy at River Birch Therapy offers a safe, confidential space to explore your unique experiences with grief, trauma, or chronic illness. Whether you’re working through complex emotions, past traumas, or the challenges of living with illness, our integrative approach bridges multiple evidence-based, including expressive arts modalities to support healing on all levels. Through personalized sessions, we help you process pain, rediscover resilience, and develop the tools needed for lasting emotional well-being.

    WHAT TO EXPECT:

    • Personalized, trauma-informed care.

    • Use of expressive arts to process and express emotions.

    • Development of coping strategies to manage grief, loss, and illness.

    • Exploration of self, strengths, and resources for healing

  • Supporting Families Through Life’s Challenges

    Grief, trauma, and chronic illness don’t just affect individuals—they can deeply impact family systems as well. Our family therapy sessions offer a space for family members to reconnect, communicate openly, and rebuild trust as they navigate difficult times together. We focus on improving understanding, fostering emotional support, and strengthening relationships, ensuring that every family member’s voice is heard and valued.

    WHAT TO EXPECT:

    • Family-focused therapy to heal and strengthen relationships.

    • Communication techniques for conflict resolution and support.

    • Strategies for coping with shared experiences of grief and illness.

    • A collaborative, nonjudgmental approach to healing as a family unit

  • Healing in Community and Shared Experiences

    Group therapy at River Birch Therapy provides a supportive environment for individuals facing similar challenges to come together, share their stories, and offer mutual support. Whether it’s a grief support group, a trauma recovery group, or a chronic illness group, participants benefit from the power of connection and the shared experience of healing. Group therapy helps reduce isolation, foster empathy, and provide a sense of belonging, while offering the guidance and support of an experienced clinician.

    WHAT TO EXPECT:

    • A safe, supportive space to connect with others facing similar challenges.

    • The opportunity to share and receive support in a group setting.

    • Facilitated discussion on key issues like coping with loss, healing from trauma, or managing chronic illness.

    • Development of emotional tools and coping strategies through group support.

The river birch journey begins here.

These individual, family, and group services at River Birch Therapy provide a comprehensive and flexible approach to healing, ensuring that each person or family receives the support they need. Whether healing alone, with loved ones, or alongside others with similar experiences, our goal is to help you find strength, hope, and lasting peace through every stage of your journey.

Ready to Take the First Step? Healing begins with a single step. If you feel ready to start, we invite you to request a session below to get started.

Frequently Asked Questions

At River Birch Therapy, we understand that starting therapy can raise many questions. Below are some common queries to help guide you in your decision-making process. If you have any other questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re here to help!

  • We offer integrative therapy that combines traditional talk therapy with expressive arts therapy, creating a holistic approach to healing. Our services include individual, family, and group therapy, all tailored to address grief, medical trauma, chronic illness, and other emotional challenges. We use a trauma-informed approach ensure that your therapy is safe, compassionate, and effective.

  • We currently provide services to children, adolescents and adults across the lifespan.

  • Your first session will focus on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and exploring your needs and goals. We’ll discuss what brought you to therapy and work together to create a personalized plan that suits your healing process. We’ll also review the types of therapy we offer and how they can best support you.

  • We offer both in-person and virtual therapy options, allowing you the flexibility to choose the format that works best for you. In-person therapy sessions are available to residents of NY. Telehealth sessions are available to NY and IL state residents and held via a secure HIPAA-compliant. Whether you prefer meeting face-to-face or the convenience of therapy from home, we’re here to support you in whichever way is most comfortable.

  • River Birch Therapy is considered an “out-of-network” provider. However, we can provide a monthly invoice ("super bill") that includes all of the necessary information for a claim to be processed. A “superbill” (receipt of services) is available upon request that you can submit to your insurance provider for possible out-of-network reimbursement for therapy.

  • The length of therapy varies depending on your individual needs and goals. Some may benefit from short-term therapy, while others may require longer-term support. During your first session, we’ll discuss your expectations and create a treatment plan that reflects your unique journey.

  • Under the law (Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act) known as the “NO SURPRISES ACT”requires that state-licensed and certified healthcare providers provide a Good Faith Estimate of healthcare charges to every new and continuing client who is either uninsured or does not intend to submit a claim to their insurance for medical services, including psychotherapy services. Details about the Good Faith Estimate (GFE) will be discussed during an initial consultation call. For general questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call (800) 368-1019.

HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?

If you don’t see the answer you’re looking for or want to discuss anything further, feel free to contact us directly. We are always here to help and ensure you feel supported at every step of your journey.