Meet Our Therapists

Detra Gillians (Ms. G)

Mental Health Counselor - LP

(she/her)

Deal with reality, before it deals with you. How? By speaking your own truth through guided therapeutic practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused and Reality Therapy practices to support your everyday mental health and well-being.

I started with the Clarity and Wellness Mental Health Counseling private practice in 2020 as an intern and maintained consistent client relationships. I helped clients navigate various personal issues and develop skills to manage their challenges. I graduated from Long Island University Advanced Certification in Mental Health Counseling program in 2021. I have 21 years of experience working with families, children and adolescents from all socioeconomic backgrounds. I believe in supporting listening and encouraging the better you as we collaborate and navigate through the pandemic. If you show up, so will I. Therapy is about being present and if you're ready for change, I welcome you and I would be honored to be a part of your journey.

Furthermore, I'm a compassionate, empathic and solution-oriented mental health professional dedicated to providing and implementing professional care and developing treatment plans to support children, adolescents, and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, grief, suicidal impulses, relationship problems, and stress by using a multi-cultural perspectives and differentiating therapeutic techniques and approaches to guide clients towards achieving personal long and short-term goals in a safe and non-judgemental environment.

Your mental health is important and as a dedicated mental health counselor, I am here for you. Take the first step and believe in the better you.

Dr. Erik Benau

Clinical Psychologist

he/him/his

My approach to therapy is to work with clients to identify their patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that prevent them from reaching their goals. I will help you think about thinking, and evaluate and embrace your emotional life. To be human is to be doing the best we can with the tools we have; my therapeutic approach centers on improving the tools you know how to use, and teaching you a new set of tools to better your life.

I have experience working with clients from all walks of life with all kinds of struggles, including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, disordered eating, stress and anger management, and beyond. I work with adults, adolescents, couples, families, on a range of challenges. My primary orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and I also integrate skills and perspectives from a number of orientations, including Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and contemporary Psychodynamic Therapy.

I completed my Ph.D. from the University of Kansas and University of Kansas Medical Center, a clinical internship at SUNY Upstate Medical Center and a Postdoctoral Fellowship at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Prior to doctoral study, I completed a B.A. in Cognitive Science at Hampshire College and an M.S. in Clinical Health Psychology at the University of the Sciences. I am also presently an Assistant Professor of Psychology at SUNY Old Westbury.

Unique Boyd

MS,  LMHC

(she/her/hers)

Providing a warm, comfortable environment is one of my top priorities. I encourage clients to be open, and their authentic selves. Genuineness & empathy are major components of the therapeutic relationship, and I will provide that in return.

I interned for Clarity & Wellness in 2021 and also graduated that year with my M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Molloy College. Prior to that I obtained my B.A. in Psychology from SUNY Old Westbury. I have experience working with all age groups ranging from young children to older adults with depression, anxiety, substance use, relationship issues, and cultural issues.

My counseling approach is person-centered and I will meet you where you are at. I look forward to going on this healing journey together. Your mental health and making sure you feel safe are important to me.

Amanda Belony

MHC-LP

(she/her)

Amanda Belony is a highly respectable and culturally competent therapist who has dedicated her life to helping individuals and families from diverse backgrounds. After completing her undergraduate degree in psychology Amanda went on to NYU and pursued a master's degree in mental health counseling with a focus on wellness. She aspires to get her Ph.D. in counseling psychology, where she will continue to expand her knowledge of cultural diversity and its impact on mental health. Amanda's work at NYU's Counseling and Wellness program helped her develop her skills in providing culturally sensitive therapy to a diverse population. Her approach is grounded in a deep understanding of the unique challenges that different individuals face, and she is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and experiences without judgment. As a therapist, Amanda is known for her warmth, empathy, and genuine interest in her clients. She utilizes a range of evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches, to help clients achieve their goals. Her approach is always tailored to the unique needs and experiences of each individual, with a focus on building trust and fostering a collaborative therapeutic relationship. Her dedication to providing quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds is a testament to her commitment to social justice and equality.