Business Details
39 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapist in Syracuse, NY
Counseling - Paul F. Pickett, Ph.D., LMHC has provided counseling and psychotherapy services in Syracuse, New York for over 30 years. Our practice focuses on individual, couples, and family therapy, emphasizing the therapeutic relationship, mental health of the patient, shared belief systems, and a balanced approach of support and challenge. With a foundation in humanistic psychology, family systems therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and psychoanalytic traditions, we help clients address emotional and psychological struggles through personalized, evidence-based methods.Our clinical supervision and business consultation services extend expertise to mental health professionals and organizations. We prioritize client growth, authenticity, and long-term well-being, fostering environments where individuals and teams can thrive. Our commitment to ethical practice, continuous learning, and addressing unresolved emotional issues ensures clients receive comprehensive, compassionate care tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy
Clinical Supervision
Business Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in counseling and psychotherapy.
- Integration of humanistic, family systems, and psychoanalytic approaches.
- Clinical supervision for graduate students and practicing therapists.
- Business consultation addressing organizational dynamics and leadership.
- Focus on resolving underlying developmental and emotional struggles.
What people say
Deep expertise
Compassionate approach
Effective resolution
Long-standing results
Personal growth focus
Services
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling addresses personal growth, emotional struggles, and mental health challenges. Clients explore unresolved issues, develop coping strategies, and enhance self-awareness. Our approach integrates humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, and psychoanalytic techniques to foster lasting change and emotional well-being.
Couples Therapy
Couples therapy resolves conflicts, improves communication, and strengthens partnerships. By examining family of origin dynamics and unconscious patterns, we help couples build healthier relationships. Sessions focus on mutual understanding, conflict resolution, and creating shared goals for long-term success.
Family Therapy
Family therapy addresses systemic issues, communication breakdowns, and generational patterns. We work with families to establish healthy boundaries, resolve conflicts, and improve emotional connections. This service helps families navigate challenges like parenting struggles and intergenerational trauma.
Clinical Supervision
Clinical supervision supports mental health professionals through skill development, case consultation, and personal growth. Supervisees explore therapeutic dynamics, countertransference, and evidence-based practices. This service enhances professional competence and ethical practice for therapists at all career stages.
Business Consultation
Business consultation improves workplace dynamics, leadership, and team collaboration. We address unresolved family of origin issues impacting organizational culture, enhance productivity, and develop leadership skills. This service helps businesses create healthier environments and resolve interpersonal conflicts.
People
Paul F. Pickett
Ph.D., L.M.H.C.
Paul F. Pickett has 30+ years of experience in counseling, clinical supervision, and business consultation. He integrates humanistic, family systems, and psychoanalytic approaches to address emotional and psychological challenges for individuals and organizations.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
We offer individual, couples, and family therapy using humanistic, family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and psychoanalytic approaches tailored to each client's needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We are not in-network providers but provide receipts for out-of-network reimbursement. Many clients successfully claim partial reimbursement from their insurance carriers.
How long are therapy sessions?
Standard sessions last 50 minutes to an hour, with flexible scheduling options available for extended or specialized sessions as needed.
What is your cancellation policy?
A full session fee applies for missed appointments without 24-hour notice to maintain scheduling integrity and professional commitment to all clients.
Do you offer reduced fees?
Limited reduced-fee slots are available based on practice capacity. Please inquire directly about current availability for financial assistance options.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Syracuse, NY and surrounding Central New York areas, with select telehealth options available for broader accessibility.
