Therapists in 08560

My therapeutic style is laid back, prioritizing the counseling relationship over techniques as a primary catalyst for change as research consistently shows this to be one of the most significant factors for positive client outcomes. After establishing goals to pursue sessions focus on generating insights and reframing counterproductive perspectives on given subjects. I believe that the answers to your challenges are within you- my job is to walk with you as you find them.

After graduating from Rider College with a Masters Degree in counseling I had the opportunity to work for Carrier Clinic in their Dual Diagnosis Unit. My responsibilities included conducting assessments for depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders and addiction. I developed curriculum for therapeutic groups and managed group therapists working in the program. I then worked for an IOP (Intensive Out Patient) in Freehold, New Jersey handling individual and group therapy for many who came from inpatient hospitalizations.

I am passionate about helping people heal from their past, and grow into the best version of themselves. In our work together, I will help you learn the concrete coping skills needed in order to build a life that feels worth living. I specialize in treating eating disorders, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic shame, women's issues, and general life transitions. I use mindfulness based therapy and solution focused interventions that will help you to gain more control over your mind, emotions, relationships, and life in order to live presently, in a way that is meaningful and purposeful.

Life is filled with times of transition and times of change. This couldn't be more true than for the life of a child or an adolescent. School stressors, personal identity, family separations, forming healthy friendships, and an overwhelming desire for acceptance are all things that a child or adolescent may deal with regularly. In these moments it is crucial for a young person to feel understood and listened to in order to be helped. Coming alongside a young person in whatever place they may be residing in is where my heart resides. Many times this age group can be overlooked or misunderstood, but their needs still remain.

Wellness, self-care, and learning how to improve life in many areas are key factors to better mental health. Unique areas that I have experience helping people through counseling services are: stress, career/work-related transitions, self-awareness, and lifestyle issues that impact adolescents, and young and older adults. Additionally, I work with a team of mental health care professionals who address racial and social justice concerns that impact mental wellbeing. Culturally-informed and individualized to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, study skills, anger, identity security, and self-esteem.

In my 5 years of counseling experience I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of individuals, families, and groups. I have had the privilege to work with many children and have experience with ADHD, autism, emotional regulation, and PTSD. I have also lead youth groups focusing on the building of social and coping skills which have included working on the art of conversation (putting down the devices), and anger management. I have worked with families identifying conflicts and working on strategies to better manage children. Additionally I have experience with relationship counseling, divorce, anxiety and depression.

Bucks Recovery Center, with two locations in Bucks County, PA (Newtown & Buckingham), is a supportive space for clients in ongoing recovery from substance use, alcoholism, and addiction, featuring: individual, family and group psychotherapy; community-based support groups; and educational outreach. Contact us at director@buckssupportservices.com.

Worry. Restlessness. Poor Concentration. Intrusive Thoughts. Panic. Our mental health can serve as a major disruption to our lives. I admire your courage in taking this step to seek out help. As your therapist, I will first strive to understand your story. Then, we will collaboratively identify a therapeutic approach that will best fit your goals. Often times, our past impacts our present . Therefore, we can strive to not only address your current symptoms, but attempt to resolve the root causes to your problems, such as unresolved trauma. We don’t always realize how much old emotional wounds are still causing us pain.