Chronic Illness Therapists in Chatham, NJ
Sarah Keir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Feeling disconnected? Do you find yourself struggling to navigate life’s stressors?Specializing in chronic illness, trauma recovery, anxiety and depression, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself. Through individualized treatment plans and working directly with your wants and needs, I work to guide individuals on a journey towards healing, offering tools to manage both physical and emotional pain. My goal is to help empower you to overcome all of life's adversities.
Are you feeling stuck? Feeling disconnected? Do you find yourself struggling to navigate life’s stressors?Specializing in chronic illness, trauma recovery, anxiety and depression, my goal is to help you reconnect with yourself. Through individualized treatment plans and working directly with your wants and needs, I work to guide individuals on a journey towards healing, offering tools to manage both physical and emotional pain. My goal is to help empower you to overcome all of life's adversities.
I specialize in low self-esteem, anxiety and depression in individuals; communication and trust issues with couples; reproductive difficulties including infertility and pregnancy loss; chronic illness; and stress management.
Welcome to my psychotherapy practice. As an experienced psychotherapist, I've observed that low self esteem, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, anxiety and depression can make every day a grind. I use cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented methods paired with relaxation techniques. These diverse approaches will arm you with a new set of skills that will help you cope better with your challenges and live a more fulfilled life. I've dedicated over 3 decades to helping people get unstuck from self-defeating patterns. 50% of my practice is dedicated to work with couples with a high degree of success.
I specialize in low self-esteem, anxiety and depression in individuals; communication and trust issues with couples; reproductive difficulties including infertility and pregnancy loss; chronic illness; and stress management.
Welcome to my psychotherapy practice. As an experienced psychotherapist, I've observed that low self esteem, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, anxiety and depression can make every day a grind. I use cognitive-behavioral and insight-oriented methods paired with relaxation techniques. These diverse approaches will arm you with a new set of skills that will help you cope better with your challenges and live a more fulfilled life. I've dedicated over 3 decades to helping people get unstuck from self-defeating patterns. 50% of my practice is dedicated to work with couples with a high degree of success.
Dina is a solution-focused therapist who uses the strengths perspective, the harm reduction approach and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients in meeting and maintaining their goals. Dina earned an MSW graduate degree in clinical social work from New York University (NYU), has a doctorate degree in psychology and has experience in behavioral health settings such as inpatient, outpatient, and private practice settings. Dina has been on the American Red Cross Mental Health Disaster Relief Team since 2009. Dina provides an environment that is supportive and non-judgmental.
Dina is a solution-focused therapist who uses the strengths perspective, the harm reduction approach and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients in meeting and maintaining their goals. Dina earned an MSW graduate degree in clinical social work from New York University (NYU), has a doctorate degree in psychology and has experience in behavioral health settings such as inpatient, outpatient, and private practice settings. Dina has been on the American Red Cross Mental Health Disaster Relief Team since 2009. Dina provides an environment that is supportive and non-judgmental.
I am a New Jersey and New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided support to individuals, couples and families for over 22 years. In that time I have had the privilege to assist clients in working through issues surrounding self-esteem and self-worth, relationships, anxiety, trauma, grief and bereavement, parent coaching and support, life transitions, work stress, and physical illness. I truly believe effective psychotherapy provides us with comfort, insight and the tools to help find balance in our lives. .
I am a New Jersey and New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided support to individuals, couples and families for over 22 years. In that time I have had the privilege to assist clients in working through issues surrounding self-esteem and self-worth, relationships, anxiety, trauma, grief and bereavement, parent coaching and support, life transitions, work stress, and physical illness. I truly believe effective psychotherapy provides us with comfort, insight and the tools to help find balance in our lives. .
Are your thoughts and feelings becoming overwhelming? Do you find yourself struggling with self doubt, feeling unheard/ misunderstood? A trusting, and comfortable relationship is a fundamental component in ensuring therapeutic success. My compassionate, client-centered approach enables me to tailor my practice to meet the needs of each individual. Through this individualized approach, I can assist you in understanding the underlying core components leading to your undesirable feelings, and just how these feelings impact the perception we hold of ourselves, as well as the world around us .
Are your thoughts and feelings becoming overwhelming? Do you find yourself struggling with self doubt, feeling unheard/ misunderstood? A trusting, and comfortable relationship is a fundamental component in ensuring therapeutic success. My compassionate, client-centered approach enables me to tailor my practice to meet the needs of each individual. Through this individualized approach, I can assist you in understanding the underlying core components leading to your undesirable feelings, and just how these feelings impact the perception we hold of ourselves, as well as the world around us .
I offer guidance in your journey of rediscovering unconditional love for self and the world. I help you have compassion for challenging feelings by acknowledging how these feelings are separate from our inner spirit and thus don’t define our worth. It becomes easier to accept these feelings by also acknowledging that they have a purpose of self protection and therefore come from a place of love. Acceptance of feelings allows us to return to nurturing our bodies through somatic practices and reach a state of joy in the present moment for our blessings. I hope I can reignite the light already in you so it can shine brighter
I offer guidance in your journey of rediscovering unconditional love for self and the world. I help you have compassion for challenging feelings by acknowledging how these feelings are separate from our inner spirit and thus don’t define our worth. It becomes easier to accept these feelings by also acknowledging that they have a purpose of self protection and therefore come from a place of love. Acceptance of feelings allows us to return to nurturing our bodies through somatic practices and reach a state of joy in the present moment for our blessings. I hope I can reignite the light already in you so it can shine brighter
Cara F Maksimow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
Have you been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected? Would you like to gain more confidence, manage stress, and feel more balanced? It is not uncommon to have physical, emotional, and mental health struggles that get worse with day-to day-stressors. Therapy can provide a safe space to let out and process what may be holding you back from being fully yourself. Whether you are looking for therapy to address a specific situation, event, trauma, emotion, or symptom, there is hope. Let me help.
Have you been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected? Would you like to gain more confidence, manage stress, and feel more balanced? It is not uncommon to have physical, emotional, and mental health struggles that get worse with day-to day-stressors. Therapy can provide a safe space to let out and process what may be holding you back from being fully yourself. Whether you are looking for therapy to address a specific situation, event, trauma, emotion, or symptom, there is hope. Let me help.
I have a warm, gentle, and down-to-earth style that allows me to connect deeply with others. We will work collaboratively in a supportive and non-judgmental setting to help you and/or your child understand yourself better and work toward greater well-being.
I have a warm, gentle, and down-to-earth style that allows me to connect deeply with others. We will work collaboratively in a supportive and non-judgmental setting to help you and/or your child understand yourself better and work toward greater well-being.
I have dedicated my career to helping clients optimize their lives, often in the face of complex and life-altering obstacles. I see life as a continuous journey of highs and lows, a constant flow of experiences that mold our perspective of both ourselves and the world. This perspective is particularly poignant when you or a loved is faced with a significant medical concern such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis, or infertility, just to name a few. The path through diagnosis, adjustment, and acceptance is long and winding, and therapy can be profoundly beneficial in helping you through these experiences.
I have dedicated my career to helping clients optimize their lives, often in the face of complex and life-altering obstacles. I see life as a continuous journey of highs and lows, a constant flow of experiences that mold our perspective of both ourselves and the world. This perspective is particularly poignant when you or a loved is faced with a significant medical concern such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis, or infertility, just to name a few. The path through diagnosis, adjustment, and acceptance is long and winding, and therapy can be profoundly beneficial in helping you through these experiences.
Dr. Lindsay Anderson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
Waitlist for new clients
Is your child or adolescent experiencing difficulties at school or at home - maybe anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges or peer relationship difficulties? Do you wish you could help, but you do not know where to turn or what to do? Childhood and adolescence can be difficult and navigating the challenges that occur can become overwhelming. Through therapy, you and your child will learn strategies for addressing these difficulties and ways to move forward in a valued-direction. I have dedicated my career to becoming an expert in helping youth, young adults and families excel and I would love to be in your corner.
Is your child or adolescent experiencing difficulties at school or at home - maybe anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges or peer relationship difficulties? Do you wish you could help, but you do not know where to turn or what to do? Childhood and adolescence can be difficult and navigating the challenges that occur can become overwhelming. Through therapy, you and your child will learn strategies for addressing these difficulties and ways to move forward in a valued-direction. I have dedicated my career to becoming an expert in helping youth, young adults and families excel and I would love to be in your corner.
Amanda Joshi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928 (Online Only)
Life at times can be overwhelming and stressful. During these times it can be helpful to have someone to talk to. As a licensed clinical social worker, my goal is to be able to provide a safe place to explore your feelings, and help you develop and strengthen your coping strategies. Whether you have been dealing with challenges surrounding a new or chronic medical issue, feeling sad or anxious, stress related to a new responsibility or life change or coping with issues surrounding aging I can assist.
Life at times can be overwhelming and stressful. During these times it can be helpful to have someone to talk to. As a licensed clinical social worker, my goal is to be able to provide a safe place to explore your feelings, and help you develop and strengthen your coping strategies. Whether you have been dealing with challenges surrounding a new or chronic medical issue, feeling sad or anxious, stress related to a new responsibility or life change or coping with issues surrounding aging I can assist.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
I am in-network with Aetna, Horizon BCBS, United, Oxford, UMR and Lyra. Grief is deeply personal. In times of loss, you deserve to be seen, heard, and validated no matter what shape or form it comes in. Maybe you recently lost a loved one. The stress of interpersonal relationships or career shifts might be weighing heavy on you. Or perhaps postpartum and adjusting to parenthood is harder than you expected it to be. It may not feel like it right now, but you aren’t alone — therapy is a safe space to share your story.
I am in-network with Aetna, Horizon BCBS, United, Oxford, UMR and Lyra. Grief is deeply personal. In times of loss, you deserve to be seen, heard, and validated no matter what shape or form it comes in. Maybe you recently lost a loved one. The stress of interpersonal relationships or career shifts might be weighing heavy on you. Or perhaps postpartum and adjusting to parenthood is harder than you expected it to be. It may not feel like it right now, but you aren’t alone — therapy is a safe space to share your story.
Laura M Cabral Fink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928 (Online Only)
Are you a high-achieving professional or leader feeling stuck in your career or personal life? Do you find yourself yearning for growth but struggling to overcome the barriers holding you back? I’m Laura, an experienced therapist and life coach; with a holistic and empathetic approach, I specialize in helping clients break free from subconscious mental blocks and achieve transformative growth. My approach blends therapeutic insight with actionable strategies, providing a supportive environment where you can uncover and address your challenges.
Are you a high-achieving professional or leader feeling stuck in your career or personal life? Do you find yourself yearning for growth but struggling to overcome the barriers holding you back? I’m Laura, an experienced therapist and life coach; with a holistic and empathetic approach, I specialize in helping clients break free from subconscious mental blocks and achieve transformative growth. My approach blends therapeutic insight with actionable strategies, providing a supportive environment where you can uncover and address your challenges.
I am a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders in young adult, adult and aging populations. I have a certificate in aging as well as training in loss and bereavement.
I am a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders in young adult, adult and aging populations. I have a certificate in aging as well as training in loss and bereavement.
Nancy Begin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928 (Online Only)
Are you currently experiencing anxiety, prolonged sadness, inability to enjoy life, difficulty with interpersonal relationships or a desire to grow in your knowledge of self understanding? Have you experienced a traumatic event that is interferring with daily life? If so you might benefit from time spent with a compassionate and caring therapist. As a clinician I have assisted others in their personal journey toward wholeness and self discovery.
Are you currently experiencing anxiety, prolonged sadness, inability to enjoy life, difficulty with interpersonal relationships or a desire to grow in your knowledge of self understanding? Have you experienced a traumatic event that is interferring with daily life? If so you might benefit from time spent with a compassionate and caring therapist. As a clinician I have assisted others in their personal journey toward wholeness and self discovery.
If you would like to resolve longstanding feelings of depression and anxiety, feelings of loss, the symptoms of trauma, or a tendency to repeat the same problems in relationships, you may have found that time-limited, symptom-focused therapy hasn't relieved your suffering. Perhaps it has even discouraged you from thinking you can find a lasting solution to your problems. You may feel hopeless about being able to stop what seems like a repeating series of crises, feeling resigned to suffer or cope with difficulty.
If you would like to resolve longstanding feelings of depression and anxiety, feelings of loss, the symptoms of trauma, or a tendency to repeat the same problems in relationships, you may have found that time-limited, symptom-focused therapy hasn't relieved your suffering. Perhaps it has even discouraged you from thinking you can find a lasting solution to your problems. You may feel hopeless about being able to stop what seems like a repeating series of crises, feeling resigned to suffer or cope with difficulty.
Randi Gelfand is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of New Jersey who earned her Masters degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. She has experience helping adults with a wide variety of mental and emotional health issues including relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, psychological trauma/abuse, and grief and loss. Randi specializes in the treatment of chronic pain using a mind body approach. She believes that chronic pain can often have psychological causes, which are commonly rooted in childhood experiences, as well as current and/or longstanding stressors.
Randi Gelfand is a licensed clinical social worker in the state of New Jersey who earned her Masters degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. She has experience helping adults with a wide variety of mental and emotional health issues including relationship issues, parenting concerns, life transitions, mood and anxiety disorders, psychological trauma/abuse, and grief and loss. Randi specializes in the treatment of chronic pain using a mind body approach. She believes that chronic pain can often have psychological causes, which are commonly rooted in childhood experiences, as well as current and/or longstanding stressors.
Erin McShane
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been feeling "stuck?" Are you having difficulty coping with stress in your life due to relationships, parenting, employment or other life transitions? Do you have concerns about your child's behavioral or emotional functioning? Does your child have difficulty interacting with his/her peers? If any of the above ring true, please know that you are not alone. Often, accepting that there is a problem, or that something in your life needs improvement, can be a difficult first step. It is not uncommon to encounter bumps in the road, though it's important to know that these challenging times CAN improve.
Have you been feeling "stuck?" Are you having difficulty coping with stress in your life due to relationships, parenting, employment or other life transitions? Do you have concerns about your child's behavioral or emotional functioning? Does your child have difficulty interacting with his/her peers? If any of the above ring true, please know that you are not alone. Often, accepting that there is a problem, or that something in your life needs improvement, can be a difficult first step. It is not uncommon to encounter bumps in the road, though it's important to know that these challenging times CAN improve.
Blair Biersbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928 (Online Only)
Searching for a therapist takes courage. You may be seeking relief from anxious or depressed thoughts, support in setting healthy boundaries, improved self-confidence, or deeper connections. You want something to change, and I will meet you with empathy and warmth as you begin this journey.
Searching for a therapist takes courage. You may be seeking relief from anxious or depressed thoughts, support in setting healthy boundaries, improved self-confidence, or deeper connections. You want something to change, and I will meet you with empathy and warmth as you begin this journey.
Dr. Morris is a clinical psychologist who provides a range of evidence-based therapy, group, and consulting services to children, adolescents, adults, families, schools, and organizations. She has an active and direct therapeutic style, which can be described more like coaching than traditional psychotherapy. She likes to infuse humor and irreverence throughout her work, disarming her clients and keeping the difficult process of confronting one’s issues as engaging and interesting as possible. Her goal is to increase motivation and reduce barriers that keep clients stuck in ineffective patterns in their lives and relationships.
Dr. Morris is a clinical psychologist who provides a range of evidence-based therapy, group, and consulting services to children, adolescents, adults, families, schools, and organizations. She has an active and direct therapeutic style, which can be described more like coaching than traditional psychotherapy. She likes to infuse humor and irreverence throughout her work, disarming her clients and keeping the difficult process of confronting one’s issues as engaging and interesting as possible. Her goal is to increase motivation and reduce barriers that keep clients stuck in ineffective patterns in their lives and relationships.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.