Are you struggling with…

  • Constant overthinking or second-guessing?
  • Anxiety that doesn’t shut off?
  • Perfectionism that leads to burnout?
  • Feeling tense, irritable, or mentally exhausted?
  • Knowing what makes sense logically, but still feeling stuck?

Most of my client’s are highly capable, insightful, and high-functioning individuals.

They just get stuck in rigid beliefs about themselves, their performance, and self worth. They are looking for therapy that is practical, actionable, and genuine.

Located in Centereach, NY. Serving individuals and families in Suffolk County & Long Island.
Licensed in New York State: 085908

Available for in-person and virtual sessions.

If you’re ready to approach anxiety and stress differently. Schedule a consultation

CALL ME: 631 997-0515
EMAIL ME: Davidzerellalcsw

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Meet David Zerella, LCSW

David Zerella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience providing psychotherapy in private practice. He specializes in evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). David Zerella, LCSW provides CBT therapy on Long Island, NY

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (New York State)

MSW, Stony Brook University

10 years+ experience in private practice

15+ years of clinical mental health experience

David integrates evidence-based psychological treatment with a strength-based social work perspective. He considers environmental, relational, and societal factors that impact emotional well-being. David specializes in treating anxiety & overthinking for adolescence, young adults, adults, and families on Long Island

Rational Psychotherapy specializes in:

Anxiety

Perfectionism

Overthinking

Obsessive Thinking

Self Esteem

Sports/Performance Anxiety

Depression

Men’s Issues

Divorce

Relationship Struggles

Anger Management

Stress Reduction

Fatherhood/Parenting

Co-parenting

Thought Disturbances

SChedule a consultation: (631) 997-0515

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Behavioral Activation: Acting Despite Our Feelings

Posted on by David Zerella, LCSW

People often assume that “feeling better” come before doing better. We tell ourselves: Unfortunately, this approach strengthens our our negative emotions. It rarely works to wait for the emotional change to occur organically. Waiting to feel right usually means waiting indefinitely. As much as our feelings (and thoughts) can affect our behavior; a core principle … Continue reading Behavioral Activation: Acting Despite Our Feelings →

Why Insight Alone Can’t Change Your Mental Health

Posted on by David Zerella, LCSW

Most of my clients have incredible insight into their mental health. Many people who attend CBT therapy for anxiety or depression already know what they’re supposed to do. They understand it intellectually but still struggle. They know when their thoughts are irrational. They know avoidance worsens anxiety. They know isolation feeds depression. And yet—nothing changes. … Continue reading Why Insight Alone Can’t Change Your Mental Health →

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