Philosophy

Dr. Lawrence T. Force, LCSW-R, Gerontologist

National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

Philosophy

My clinical training is in the area of cognitive-behaviorism; I practice short-term Task-Centered Psychotherapy. I am of the belief that psychotherapy is one of the most effective tools for change - as long as you are willing to make a change. For some people, the idea and responsibility for change can be overpowering. I see my role, as a psychotherapist and clinical hypnotherapist, as a way to help you identify patterns in your life that you want to modify - act on...and act on them now. In my own life, for both personal and professional reasons, I too have participated in periods of psychotherapy. What have I found as a result? First, change can occur if you want it to. Second, you are responsible for your own behavior. And third, therapeutic intervention can be beneficial.

Education and Certifications:

* BA, Psychology - Iona College, New Rochelle, NY

* MA, Psychology - New School for Social Research, New York, NY

* Ph.D. - Social Welfare -SUNY/Albany, Albany, NY

* LCSW-R, NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker

* NBCCH - National Board Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist

* Certified Disaster Mental Health Specialist - American Red Cross

Favorite Quotes:

1. You are the Kings and Queens of your own destiny.

2. Visionary People are visionary because of what they don’t see.

3. Miracles Happen.

4. There is enough room in the sandbox of life - for all of us.

5. There is a beginning - a middle and a beginning in the cycle of life.

6. Where mind goes - body will follow.

7. Spirit matters.