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Mental Health · Wappingers Falls, Ny

Compassionate mental health care for every stage of life

​The Southern Dutchess Behavioral Group offers individual and group therapy to children (age 5+), adolescents, adults, and families. Evidence-based care in Southern Dutchess County.

We Accept Most Major Insurance Plans

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Currently Accepting New Clients

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Serving Children (Age 5+) to Adults

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English & Spanish Services Available

About Us

A Diverse Team of Mental Health Practitioners

At Southern Dutchess Behavioral Group, we are a diverse team of Mental Health Practitioners operating within a private practice framework. We address an extensive array of psychiatric and psychological issues — from depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, to OCD, trauma-related disorders, bipolar disorders, eating disorders, and self-harm behaviors. We're committed to aiding our patients in their mental health journeys

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What We Offer

Comprehensive Mental Health Services

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Individual Therapy

Personalized one-on-one sessions for children (age 5+), adolescents, and adults addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.

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Group Therapy

Structured group sessions facilitated by licensed clinicians, offering peer connection and shared healing.

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Couples & Family Therapy

Relationship-focused therapy to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen bonds.

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Psychiatric Services

Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and medication management for a full range of conditions.

Why Choose Us

Why Southern Dutchess Behavioral Group

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Experienced & Diverse Team

Our licensed clinicians bring rich experience in inpatient and outpatient programs, treating individuals from all backgrounds.

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Bilingual Services

We offer services in both English and Spanish to better serve our diverse community.

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Insurance Accepted

We participate with most major insurance plans, making quality care accessible.

Our Team

Meet Some of Our Clinicians

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Jose J. Vasquez

Clinical Director

Master's in Clinical Social Work, Fordham. Bilingual (English/Spanish). Specializes in anxiety, trauma, ADHD and autism spectrum across ages.

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Shanequa Mack

Therapist

Adelphi University graduate with over a decade of experience. Compassionate, client-centered care for depression and anxiety.

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Sierra Mason

Therapist

Holistic approach drawing on CBT, DBT, and psychoanalytic frameworks for individuals, couples and families of all ages.

Insurance

We Accept Most Major Insurance Plans

Please note: Not all practitioners participate in all insurance companies. Information current as of April 2026

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Your Journey to Healing Starts Here

Taking the first step can feel overwhelming — but you don't have to do it alone. Our compassionate team is here, ready to walk alongside you. We are currently welcoming new clients.

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