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Cara Maloney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 6 years of experience working in various capacities with adolescents, families, and adults. Cara received her Master in Social Work degree from Ramapo College of New Jersey. She has experience with at-risk youth and adolescents and with individuals that struggle with social, emotional, and environmental stressors that can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. It is important to Cara to build a safe space for her clients to feel heard and accepted.

My desire to become a Social Worker began when I was 12 years old. The Counselor at our school was also our basketball coach. He often smiled, appearing to have fun with my peers. During road trips, I had the chance to get to know more about him. Essentially, I decided I wanted to be him one day. Many of my clients have experienced chronic illness (including cancer, kidney disease), grief/loss, family conflict, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, loss of routine and/or job, trauma, loss of identity. Developing safety & trust will be part of our initial work. Your vulnerabilities/uncertainties are welcome, and you are not alone.

I do no-baloney psychotherapy; that is to say, if you want to study yourself and grow, we will get along. If you need to blame others, you will be happier elsewhere. Many clients who have had "therapy" before react to my work with expressions such as, "This is how it should have been years ago," or, "Oh wow, this is what I always wanted." I also enjoy working with couples and frequently work with both parties separately and the couple together.

Lisa brings 22 years of experience treating mental health and substance use disorders. She has managed all levels of care from inpatient to outpatient; working with adolescents through the geriatric population. Lisa's various roles include behavioral healthcare operations, program development, planning and evaluation, medically assisted treatment, clinical care and utilization management, employee engagement and supervision.Lisa graduated with her Masters degree in clinical addictions counseling and obtained her LPC and LCADC shortly thereafter.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York. I have an extensive background working with children, adolescents, and young adults in various settings. My work began at a school for children with special needs where I was exposed to many different types of treatments and additional resources that I have been able to incorporate into my therapeutic approach today. My clinical work has comprised of providing therapy to youth and young adults dealing with severe emotional, behavioral, psychiatric, and/or substance use concerns at a residential treatment center.

Barbara Muller-Ackerman is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2002. She received her undergraduate degree at Fairleigh Dickinson and her Master's Degree from Kean University. Barbara has experience across the life span, working with children in school, from Pre-K through Grade 8, then in private practice additionally working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She offers a warm, nurturing, and safe space to explore and promote healing, personal growth, and change. In her free time, Barbara enjoys reading, baking, and, without a doubt, the joy of spending time with her family!.

Do you have obsessive fears, thoughts or worries that you just can't seem to stop? By applying the powerful techniques offered by Cognitive-Behavior Therapy I help children, adolescents and adults successfully resolve problems such as stress, anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder as well as the depression that often accompany these problems. I have specialized training in treating OCD fears about harm, contamination, relationships, symmetry and unacceptable thoughts. Through my 20+ years of training and experience, I will work together with you to reach your treatment goals.

I believe in using a strengths-based approach, self-compassion, and appropriate goal-setting to help individuals refocus their lives. This requires a strong therapeutic rapport, understanding where an individual has been; the environments, experiences, and forces that have helped shape them; and where they strive to be. Therapy is a collaboration between client and therapist, and I take a curious and empathetic approach with all of my clients.

Mia works from a strengths based perspective and believes that therapy is not a one-size fits all. She believes each client already possesses gifts and strengths, and she helps clients understand their innate abilities. Mia enjoys working collaboratively with her clients to help them identify their goals and encourages clients to utilize their existing strengths, while also learning new skills and tools to reach their goals. Mia prioritizes building trust and rapport with clients to build a foundation for meaningful connection and healing to occur. Mia knows clients deserve thoughtful, tailored treatment and is dedicated.

Depression, anxiety, and fear are three emotions that can hinder individuals from leading happy, productive lives. I have extensive training in these areas that help my clients to alleviate, if not eliminate the distressing circumstances that cause emotional pain. If you've ever been abused emotionally or physically, have experienced a traumatic event, feel stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, or struggle with daily life stressors, I know I can help you through it.

As a LCSW, I work with clients facing depression, stress and anxiety. I strive to provide a warm, supportive environment where each individual feels heard and respected while they move towards a greater understanding of their own concerns and solutions to problems. I use an eclectic, client-centered approach based on the needs of each individual. I work with parents to help them understand developmentally, how to be an effective parent and help their child cope effectively. I focus on helping clients improve communication, coping and resiliency.

Samuel Joe Morreale is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities with a Minor in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work. Joe believes in utilizing an eclectic person-in-environment approach that accounts for the most important aspects of healthy human wellness. He carefully addresses all the relevant domains that exist in the bio-evolutionary informed practice philosophy, as well as existing evidence-based manualized treatment modalities. In his spare time, Joe enjoys pottery, cooking, backpacking, camping, and creative writing.

Cultivating positive thinking can become a healthy habit through effective therapy. As a well-trained and experienced psychotherapist with more than 30 years in the mental health profession, I provide a positive, inspiring and safe place where individuals are able to share their fears, express emotions and desires, and identify their needs. Explore and embrace your personal strengths and positive self. Positive change happens in your life when you envision the awe of your own existence and the new path to a healthier you.

My mission is to help children on the spectrum build meaningful, natural connections with their families and communities. Through these connections, children can achieve greater growth, independence, and joy. Families also benefit from greater confidence, and are empowered to help their child achieve lasting developmental improvements. Through the powerful positive therapeutic relationship, your child will achieve holistic developmental gains so that they can lead their best life.

In Manhattan, NY and Parsippany, Denville, Teaneck, Oradell, Ridgewood, Ramsey, Paramus, NJ - Full-service counseling - Adult counseling - Couples counseling - Relationship counseling - Premarital counseling - Marriage counseling - Family counseling - Child counseling - Teen counseling - ADHD - Addiction counseling - Grief & bereavement counseling - Pet loss therapy - Stress and anxiety - Depression - Low self-esteem - Perfectionism - Worry - Indecision - Procrastination - Phobias - Assertiveness issues - Panic - Life Coaching / Daytime, evenings, and weekends available / Spanish-speaking counselors / Most insurances welcomed.

We all faced a lot of difficulties and stress during the pandemic. Anxiety became overwhelming among youth and even children. A lot of families fell apart because of fear, stress, and feelings of uncertainty. We all deserve some support and help through these difficult times. If you want to get rid of anxiety, anger, fear, and gain balance, my sessions will be very helpful for you.

Do you find yourself feeling worried regarding your family, relationship or work? Are you concerned about your child's behavior or your relationship with them? Many of my clients have considerable insight into their situation, but most find it difficult to change unproductive behavioral patterns or just "make" themselves feel better. I believe that change begins with knowing that no one is perfect...that every once in awhile we can all benefit from someone who will listen and guide us through our personal journeys.