Chronic Illness Therapists in 07302

I am a licensed clinical social worker practicing for over 25 years in the field of behavioral healthcare. I am a Rutgers University graduate who works in both a private practice and a hospital setting. I am often sought out by EMS, police, firefighters, and healthcare staff for my knowledge in the field of emergencies and PTSD related to work exposures, as well as chronic illness and traumatic injuries. My scope of practice includes helping people with depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and chronic mental illness, as well as family and relationship issues, work stress, and loss.

Are you a young adult or adult that has lost a loved one and is experiencing grief? Or are you being impacted by cancer or a chronic illness, either yourself or someone you are caring for? If so, these drastic changes in your life can cause feelings of stress, anxiety, depression, and loneliness. Having someone to talk to outside of your friends and family is so important during these difficult times. A therapist can be there as an extra ear when you need someone to talk to understand this difficult life change and to provide the coping skills that you need during these times to help you move forward is so important.

I am dedicated to supporting the individuals I work with in addressing a range of areas including anxiety, chronic illness, grief, life transitions, family and relationship issues, and trauma. I strive to build a trusting relationship where clients can speak openly, better understand their feelings and inner experiences, and develop awareness of narratives and patterns that may be getting in the way of living a more fulfilling life.

Are you struggling with barriers (whether past or present) to creating the life you want? Have you been talking to therapists over the years with little change? Or have the feeling that your words are covering over rather than opening up? I work with adults from an expressive point of view. My focus is on helping you to find a sense of order and meaning from inner chaos. Together we will explore what has gone on in your life, where you want to go, and what is keeping you from doing this with ease. I welcome the opportunity to accompany you, support, and respectfully witness your process.

I am a psychotherapist with a passion for supporting people through difficult transitions in their lives. This can come in a variety of forms whether it be adjusting to a new job, becoming a first-time parent, being diagnosed with a serious illness, as well as a range of other things. My goal is to help you gain a better understanding of your feelings, mood, and behaviors throughout these transitions, and in turn, help you to better manage and cope. Therapy can also be a place to explore strategies for regaining control and moving forward.

My style is meeting you, the client, where you are, and gently helping you achieve your goals. I also believe in a client-centered approach with a focus on building a trusting relationship. I have extensive experience in treating patients with anxiety, depression, stress, work-related stress, life transitions, and relationship issues. I have had much success in helping people who want to lose weight and improve their overall well-being. I have years of experience in the area of grief and loss and people coping with life-threatening illnesses such as cancer.

Dr. Ditzel believes in an active, warm, and personalized approach to treatment that incorporates evidenced based therapies to help patients feel relief from their symptoms while building skills and insights that can be used in everyday life.

You may be struggling through a painful time of life, but you’ve taken an important step by looking for support. As we begin our work together, you'll find words for your feelings, get to know yourself better and experience comfort in the presence of a trained professional. With this, you may find relief and be able to get moving again. I'll be fully present and curious alongside you, while sharing insights as they emerge. It gives me great joy to help people to feel stronger, more hopeful and able to tackle life again.

I am an agender, queer, abolitionist therapist. I believe that transformation is possible for everyone, healing can begin anywhere, and that no one is disposable. Only practicing with clients in within (the colonial borders of) New Jersey. My approach is primarily informed by somatic practices for trauma healing. This means that we will work with your thoughts, emotions, memories, and physical form/sensations to release unprocessed stress and/or trauma.

Life is overwhelming in the best and worst ways. As Glennon Doyle explains, “Life is brutal. But it’s also beautiful. Brutiful”. I strive to collaboratively work with you to process these brutiful moments. Through evidence-based practices, professional support, and an empathetic perspective, you no longer have to handle it on your own. Our work together will be goal-oriented to support you in becoming the best version of yourself. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, major life transitions and interpersonal relationship or familial conflict.

Center for Hope and Renewal is committed to helping the residents of New Jersey with a variety of presenting concerns. Our staff are expertly trained and devoted therapists who share CHR's commitment to high-quality mental and emotional health services using a multi-tiered approach to help our clients on their journey to wellness. CHR is a group practice with therapists who work with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. Our therapists specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, loss/grief, relationship issues and life transitions amongst many other presenting issues.

Melanie offers a humanistic, empathic and client-focused approach in therapy. She collaborates with you to explore life narratives, identifying influences and patterns that shape experiences. Her diverse training across different settings and modalities has equipped her with a broad and in-depth understanding of inner conflict. Melanie is an MSW graduate from Columbia University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Psychology at PCOM. Her goal is to equip you in session with the knowledge, skills, and strengths needed for navigating life's complexities, fostering personal growth and understanding.

Life inevitably has its ups and downs and I'm here to help you navigate them. We are often told that we are weak if we ask for help, so I'm also here to show you that asking for and receiving help is one of the most courageous and strongest things you can do. You don't have to suffer in silence and I can help to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, explore identity and sexual orientation, work on LBGTQ+ issues, grief, trauma, or whatever it is that you would like to focus on. Whether it's relationship or work issues, a difficult diagnosis, or just a rough few months, I am here to help you cope and find your resiliency.

Do you want to feel seen, heard, and understood? Life is hard enough without having to face the most difficult parts on your own. My goal is to build warm, open, and non-judgmental environments for clients to share their lived experience. Through a relational, psychodynamic lens, I partner with clients to explore difficult thoughts and emotions, find solutions that feel both approachable and meaningful, and ultimately build a richer life in whatever ways we can. Life can take us to difficult and unexpected places, but with effort and self-compassion we can make use of such turns of fate to learn and grow.

Challenged and stressed by recent events? Let's talk. Therapy provides a safe and non-judgmental environment that allows you to start creating space to face those challenges, allowing you to develop and thrive. Emotional numbing and avoidance allow us to avoid pain but also serve to keep us disconnected from happiness, resulting in shame and isolation. If you have been feeling like something is missing from your life, this may be the cause. Engagement in therapy can be the remedy that allows you to reach your goals and live your best life. Working together we can develop more effective coping skills to provide a happier life!

Are you overwhelmed by the challenges of life? Are you feeling anxious, exhausted, or “not enough” as a parent, partner, or person? Are you not being seen or heard by others? If you’re feeling hopeless and out of ideas to make things better, it may be time to gain new perspective and skills with a professional. Using evidence-based approaches, I provide wraparound support for children, adolescents, adults, and families who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, developmental disorders, parenting issues, and relationship challenges.

For years It has been my privilege to work with women of all ages navigating life transitions and hardships such as separations, troubled relationships (with a partner, family or friends, or one's body), navigating the roller coaster of motherhood, or experiencing a loss. Regardless of our experiences, beliefs, or social circumstances, we all fight the silent and lonely battles of not feeling we are enough. As women, we are often subjected to conflicting and competing expectations about love, sex, parenting, work, and relationships. In the face of such imposing outside opinions, it is essential to check in with yourself:

Brinley's belief around the therapeutic value is that everyone can benefit from support and help throughout the various stages of life. Whether due to work or family stress, navigating friendships and romance, and adjustments to a myriad of life changes, having a place to unload and explore one's emotions can be so profound to the human experience.

Are you stressed, stuck, and burned out? Are past events haunting you? Stress, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and life happens. When life gets tough, a therapist is a great resource for help and support. I hope you will let me be a part of your journey and allow me to assist you in overcoming mental health obstacles.