Therapists in 08528

I take a down-to-earth, respectful approach to my work with individuals and couples. My purpose is to help people get out of their own way and move towards making their personal goals and dreams a reality. I specialize in a broad range of clinical and performance issues including sport psychology, relationship and communication skills, anxiety and depression, and substance abuse problems. The topics of my books range from addressing codependency and parenting issues to making a case for using sports as a medium for developing character and integrity in boys.

I have many years of successful counseling experience working with adolescent and adult clients in the areas of: Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Depression and Anxiety, Stress and Transition, Impulse Control Disorders and Domestic Violence which includes working with individuals that struggle with Anger and Rage Issues. I work with individuals who often have additional, legal, occupational or school related involvement. I am both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

I consider myself a compassionate, skilled and intuitive therapist with 20+ year's experience in clinical and educational settings. My approach to therapy blends traditional methods (Cognitive/Behavioral, Family Therapy) with alternative methodologies (Psychodrama, Gestalt, Humanistic, Creative Arts Therapies and Advanced Integrative Therapy-a transpersonal energy psychology particularly beneficial for clients with trauma induced issues). I also bring a life-long appreciation of Eastern Philosophies to my practice. As an extension to working with couples in crisis, I am a member of the Mid-Jersey Collaborative Law Alliance (www.mjcla.org). In this capacity, I function as a Certified Divorce Coach/Child Specialist.

From frozen to happiness… In our work together, you will learn how to get in touch with your intuition, as well as how to identify and manage emotions in healthy ways. With this newfound understanding of yourself, you can experience genuine happiness as you gain the ability to regulate your emotions. Together, we will work to uncover patterns and old beliefs that cause discomfort in your current roles, while developing a plan to move forward. This allows you to fully release the past and enjoy the present.

Congratulations on taking the first step to bettering your life by looking for a therapist! I believe therapy is an opportunity for those who are committed to improving their well being, life and moods. Life is busy and filled with distraction; everyone owes it to themselves to join with me on a supportive therapeutic journey leading to understanding, growth, change and happiness. This self-journey will enlighten you to identify supports and resources, learn healthy coping skills and decrease defeating symptomatology in a non-judgmental and compassionate environment.

So many issues and roadblocks are too hard to face alone. Some can feel overwhelming. My role is to partner with you to help you find solutions and peace of mind. I have 20 years of experience as a therapist, helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma (past and present), relationship difficulties, grief and loss, cancer treatment, cancer survivorship, recovery from addiction, and more.

I am a psychoanalyst working with children, adolescents, and adults in English, Spanish, and Portuguese in downtown Princeton, NJ and in Brooklyn, NY.