Silvia Kaunas
LMHC, LCP (ECU), PLC, CASAC-T (USA) • Licensed Clinical Psychologist
About
With a compassionate approach rooted in understanding the immigrant experience, Silvia Kaunas brings over 15 years of expertise to her role as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Director Psychotherapist. As the founder of SK Mental Health Counseling Services, PLLC, Ms. Kaunas offers a unique blend of psychotherapy and forensic psychosocial evaluations, particularly tailored to serve diverse and vulnerable populations.
Ms. Kaunas's multicultural background as a bilingual (Spanish-English) practitioner allows her to bridge cultural gaps and provide sensitive care to a wide range of clients. Her extensive education includes a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Touro College, a degree in clinical psychology from the University of Guayaquil, and a Post Graduate Addictions Certificate from Adelphi University (CASAC-T). She is also a certified hypnotherapist by the National Guild of Hypnotists, showcasing her diverse therapeutic toolkit.
Specializing in trauma and trauma recovery, Ms. Kaunas has conducted over a thousand forensic psychosocial evaluations for various cases, including immigration, criminal court, and family court. Her expertise in immigration cases encompasses extreme hardship waivers, cancellation of removal waivers, asylum, VAWA, and U & T visa cases. This specialized knowledge, combined with her personal experience as an immigrant, allows her to provide empathetic and effective support to clients navigating complex legal and emotional landscapes.
Ms. Kaunas's therapeutic approach emphasizes attentive care, careful listening, and valuable advice. She views therapy as an opportunity for compassion, understanding, and courage, recognizing that everyone desires to be seen and heard. Her practice focuses on anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and behavioral therapy, always with an emphasis on overall patient well-being.
As a respected member of professional organizations including the American Psychological Association and the Association of Hispanic Mental Health Professionals, Ms. Kaunas continues to advocate for underserved populations. Her work extends beyond individual therapy to include being a guest speaker for survivors of domestic violence and striving to unite community voices to safeguard human and civil rights for all. At SK Mental Health Counseling Services, clients can expect a trauma-informed, culturally sensitive approach that acknowledges the challenges of navigating multiple cultures while providing professional, compassionate care.
Qualifications
Education
- Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling
- Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling
- Degree in Clinical Psychology
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor Trainee, USA
- Post Graduate Addictions Certificate
- Certified Hypnotherapist
State Licenses
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist, ECU
- Professional Limited License Counselor
- Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Depression
- Domestic Abuse
- PTSD
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Florida
- New Jersey
- New York
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
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Locations
SK Mental Health Counseling Services - Hempstead Location
175 Fulton Ave
Hempstead, NY 11550