Therapy FAQs
Do you offer in-person and virtual counseling?
Absolutely! I offer both in-person and virtual counseling sessions, so you can choose the option that feels most comfortable and convenient for you.
Where is your office located?
My office is conveniently located at 46 Main St., Southampton, NY 11968, in the heart of Southampton. I look forward to welcoming you.
What types of issues and concerns do you help with?
I work with a wide range of concerns and diagnoses, including personality disorders, anxiety, depression, and relational conflict. These are just a few examples of the issues I address in my practice. I encourage you to contact me to discuss your specific concerns and learn more about how I may be able to help.
What should I expect in my first session?
Before your first session, I’ll ask you to complete an intake form so I can learn more about your background and needs. During our first meeting, we’ll review your goals, discuss what brings you to therapy, and outline what you can expect from our work together.
How can I get started?
To get started, you’re welcome to reach out to me to schedule a brief consultation. This usually lasts about 15 minutes and gives us a chance to talk through what you’re looking for, answer any initial questions, and see whether we’re a good fit to work together.
Therapy & Sessions
Therapy FAQs Southampton NY: Getting started with therapy can begin with a brief, approximately 15-minute consultation. It’s an opportunity to share what you’re looking for, ask initial questions, and consider whether working together feels like a good fit. Damian Duda, LMFT, offers in-person sessions at his Southampton office and virtual counseling for clients located in New York. His practice works with individuals, couples, and families, and takes a direct, psychodynamic, and emotion-focused approach to understanding patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships. For children, play therapy provides a supportive way to express feelings and practice coping skills, with caregiver collaboration to support growth at home. These Therapy FAQs Southampton NY can help you understand what to expect; reach out to schedule a consultation and discuss your needs.
What is your approach with individuals and relationships?
My approach is direct, psychodynamic, and emotion focused to help you better understand yourself. Psychodynamic means...before we get rid of any unwanted behaviors, we must first understand why they are there and what function they serve? Together, we’ll explore patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and relationships to uncover what’s behind them. Rather than simply trying to change these patterns, we’ll work to understand them so you can feel more grounded, connected, and confident in yourself and your relationships.
What work do you do with children?
I offer play therapy using a child-centered approach, which means we use play as a natural language for children. In a safe, supportive space, children can express feelings, practice new ways of coping, and work through challenges at their own pace. I also collaborate closely with caregivers so that what happens in the playroom can support connection and growth at home.