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The Simplified NCMHCE Study Guide
A summarized format to understanding DSM-5 Disorders, Theoretical Orientations and Assessments
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''A Supplemental Study Guide to Help you PASS the Exam"
Maria Shkreli, LMHC
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I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in New York state. I am also certified in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trained in DBT, and my theories also include but not limited to: Solution Focused Therapy, Narrative, the Gottman Method and Family Systems.
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Experience
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In addition to individual therapy,
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I have facilitated (private and public sector) and co-facilitated support group conducting adolescent/teen, parent-training workshops, couples therapy, and family therapy.
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Extensive experience in domestic violence: Provide individual counseling to adolescents, families, and adults of Domestic Violence, Emotional Abuse, and Psychological Abuse. Assess the level of trauma inflicted upon the victim; conduct comprehensive client assessments encompassing psychosocial assessments.
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New York Presbyterian Hospital schizophrenic unit
Education
Long Island University, Hudson Graduate Center, Purchase, NY: Mental Health Counseling
Long Island University, Hudson Graduate Center, Purchase, NY: Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy
The New York Center Eclectic Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Eclectic Cognitive Behavior Therapy
Associations
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Member of the Long Island University Honor Society
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Member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
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New York Mental Health Counselors Association (NYMHCA)
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Member of the American Group Psychotherapy Association / American Psychological Association (APA)
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Member of the Albert Ellis Institute
Specialties
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Adults, Adolescents, and Teens
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Couples and Families
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Groups
Anxiety * Anger Management * Behavioral Issues * Codependency *Mood Dysregulation Disorder * ODD * Self Esteem * Communication Skills * Coping Skills * Depression * Domestic Abuse * Dual Diagnosis * Empty Nest * Family Conflict * Grief * Life Transitions * Marital and Premarital * Relationships * Separation/Divorce * Single Parents * Parenting * Peer Relationships * School Issues * Self Esteem * Stress * Thinking Disorders * Adolescent & Teen Communication/Anger Issues * Women's Issues