Our Team

Dr. Hardial is a Bilingual Clinical Social Worker and the Chief Clinical Director at Blossoming Lotus Therapy. She is a proud Queer Latina who is passionate about the work that she does. Her specialties include: Childhood Trauma, Sexual Abuse History, LGBTQIA+ community members & their families, and non-monogamous folks. She provides Surgery Support Letters at independent mental health evaluations. 

Dr. Hardial is licensed in NY.

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Samantha is a licensed clinical social worker who works with those 16 years old and older. She equips an eclectic approach in her therapy as she utilizes a strength based approach, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, dialectical behavioral therapy techniques, solution focused techniques, and motivational interview techniques. Her specialties include working with those experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD. She is also trained in writing assessment letters for those looking to pursue hormone replacement therapy or gender affirming surgery.  Samantha is licensed in NY & NJ. Click below to learn more about her background.

Krystal is a passionate licensed master’s social worker with over 10 years of social work experience working with adolescents and adults of all ages. Specialties includes: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, ADHD, BPD, NPD, and interpersonal relationship issues. Krystal provides BIPOC and LGBTQIA* affirmative therapy. She draws on evidence-based modalities including a psychodynamic approach, strength-based approach, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based practices. Krystal tailors her therapeutic approach according to what is most beneficial for the individual. Krystal is a Telehealth therapist! Krystal is licensed in NY.

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As a Creative Arts Therapist, Shannon believes in a compassionate, creative, collaborative, and client-centered approach to therapy. She integrates a variety of creative and evidence-based modalities drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy strategies, dialectical  behavior therapy skills, internal family systems therapy models, solution focused techniques, mindfulness, and expressive arts. Shannon tailors each session to meet the unique needs of children, teens, and adults from all walks in life, allowing them a safe and supportive environment to explore emotions, build resilience, connect with their inner strengths, find new ways of expressing themselves, and discover new perspectives. Her specialties include depression, anxiety, and trauma. Committed to fostering growth and self-discovery, Shannon empowers clients to use creativity and a safe therapeutic relationship as a pathway to healing and personal transformation through life’s challenges and transitions. Shannon is currently accepting in person and Telehealth clients.  Shannon is licensed in NY.

Christina Wiese is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Master Social worker who is passionate about working with adolescents, young adults and families through life challenges. Christina brings authenticity, empathy, and cultural awareness to every session, creating safe and affirming space for clients to heal and grow. Christina is currently accepting in person and Telehealth clients. Christina is licensed in NY. 

Jacqueline is  NOT Accepting Clients at this time.   Jacqueline is a licensed Creative Arts Therapist who believes in creating a safe and supportive environment for her clients as this setting allows clients to explore their thoughts and emotions, empowering them to steer their own path toward recovery and healing. Jacqueline employs an eclectic approach in her therapy practice, incorporating art therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, talk therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing and person-centered techniques. Her specialties include anxiety, depression, and trauma. She works with a diverse range of clients, from young adolescents to older adults. Jacqueline works at our Lindenhurst office but also does Telehealth. Jacqueline is licensed in NY.