Codependency Therapists in Monmouth County, NJ

I have been working as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor for almost 30 years. I began my career doing play therapy with young children. While I loved that, I discovered that there is so much more to be explored in therapy when working with a variety of age groups. Over the years I have worked with many different ages and populations and I feel as though I’ve learned from my clients as much as they have learned from me. I believe that the connection that you have with your therapist is the first step to meeting any goal. While I often take a direct approach with my clients, I also tell them, “my goals can’t be your goals."

I try to have an approach that is inviting, authentic, and non-judgmental. I believe that therapy should allow the clients to have autonomy within sessions while maintaining focus on their treatment goals. I typically integrate DBT, CBT, SFBT, Mindfulness Based, and Motivational Interviewing approaches; but will engage in an approach best fit to the client in front of me. My goals as a clinician are to promote a sense of autonomy and foster resilience in each individual I work with. My hope is that I can serve as a source of support and encouragement, walking alongside clients as they grow, change, and move forward in life.

I work from a holistic, person centered, trauma informed approach to care to meet clients where they are right now. I have experience working with clients of all ages, and difficulties including but not limited to stress management, codependency, boundary setting, relationship concerns, self-esteem/identity, emotion regulation, anxiety, depression, OCD, and eating disorders.

My goals as a clinician have been consistent in centering around the inherent worth of the individual; meeting each person where they are. My hope in working together is providing a supportive, empathetic, and encouraging space. I have a therapeutic approach that is intentional, validating, and compassion-focused. I approach situations with curiosity, finding the benefits in learning from myself and others. I value my clients feeling safe, seen, and heard; believing they deserve autonomy in their sessions, while balancing their personalized goals.

“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you thought you couldn’t do”. Reaching out for therapy is the definition of strength. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree from Monmouth University. I have 16 years of experience working intensively alongside a psychiatrist in an outpatient mental health setting prior to starting my own private practice. This experience was extremely valuable in sharpening my diagnostic skills and treatment planning abilities with clients. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC). I earned both my undergraduate and Master’s degree in Social Work from Monmouth University. I work individually with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, long-term substance abuse recovery, 12-step recovery, PTSD/complex trauma (EMDR), ADD/ADHD, codependency, grief and loss, challenging life transitions, relationships and break-ups.

I have an approach that is strength based, person-centered, and motivational. I try to take an inquisitive approach to identify and help you overcome barriers with empowerment and encouragement. My goal is to create a nonjudgmental, brave space where clients feel safe to process and find compassion for the unhealed parts of themselves. While my most common treatment modalities are attachment based, existential, internal family systems, and motivational interviewing; I will incorporate treatments best fit for each individual. I respect that your journey with change over time and our sessions will always accommodate that.

I am committed to providing a safe and hope-filled space for my clients to explore their experiences and move towards healing and transformation. I provide compassionate care in a non-judgmental environment and consider myself open minded and informed. Being a yoga instructor, I bring a rich understanding of the body-mind-spirit connection to my practice. I have experience with individuals, families & couples facing a variety of issues. Issues include women's issues, struggles with self-esteem, confidence, empowerment, substance abuse, codependency, anxiety, stress, depression, grief & loss, sexual abuse, and sexual identity.

My ideal clients are women who've recently realized they've suffered from narcissistic abuse. These brave individuals seek therapy whilst feeling sad, confused, scared, and angry, torn between the truth and the illusion of their past relationships. At first, they struggle to identify and express their needs due to codependency. My goal is to provide compassionate support and guidance to help them navigate this challenging journey towards healing and self-discovery.

You can be the best version of yourself! I am a passionate and active therapist bringing clients to deeper levels of awareness. I assist clients in harnessing their own abilities to build healthier mindsets and behaviors. My passion for the last ten years has been working with those who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, relationship issues, divorce recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery and codependency. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) in the state of New Jersey. I use evidence-based therapies and techniques in Motivational interviewing (MI) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also incorporate client-centered and strength-based approaches to help and empower people, so that they can improve their quality of life. I have worked with a range of people from teenagers to adults/seniors with varying difficulties i.e. grief and loss, end of life issues, substance dependence/addiction, codependency, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, anger management, and self-esteem.

Change and recovery can be overwhelming sometimes. The heart of my work evolves around positive psychology helping moving you towards where you would like to go. I work with addiction, anxiety, behavioral issue, children/ teens/adults, chronic illness, codependency, depression, gender issues, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, school issues, stress, couple's issues, parenting, communication skills and empty nesters.

Maybe things didn't turn out exactly as planned. You had hopes and expectations about what life "should" look like. You might be feeling paralyzed by decisions, anxious, lost, or alone. Maybe you’re having second thoughts…What if this isn’t exactly the situation you wanted or the future you dreamed it would be? Change isn't easy, but with the right support, it is possible. I primarily work with female-identifying adults, as well as teens and adolescents who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, narcissistic abuse, grief, and codependency.

Dr. Tara is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about her work. To help people grow, heal, and overcome obstacles brings her great joy. Her expansive knowledge makes her a well-known expert in her field. She believes that her clients possess the capacity to heal, but sometimes they need the right environment to foster their true potential. She is holistic and views each person as an individual. Dr. Tara has extensive experience and is well versed in several counseling modalities and understands that each person's needs are unique.

WELCOME! Make this your year of growth! I would love to be a part of your journey. I work with adults and adolescents who want to overcome depression, anxiety and low self-esteem as well as eating and weight related issues and body image concerns. Change can be tough so I want to honor the courage you are showing by thinking about therapy. The work we can do together will help you heal from past wounds and move forward in your life. Together we create healing change in a respectful manner where you can find peace.

Hey there! ...What to share in this box to see if we could be a good fit? I consider myself a holistic therapist treating mostly trauma with a modality called Somatic Experiencing. In a therapeutic alliance we decide how to best address what brings you into therapy and allow for a creative process together. Clients often say they enjoy the freeform to therapy when working with me. I tend to work a lot with Existential thought questioning the big ideas and concepts and breaking down old thought patterns in order for a client to feel and live their most authentic self and life.

Navigating the world of emotions can be complex and intricate. There are moments in life when we are overwhelmed or unsure. These moments carry the potential to be transformational. I offer a wide range of services to support people of all ages. www.RootedWorks.com

I've worked in clinical social work for nearly 30 years. I have a perspective that understands anxiety issues, especially during life transitions. However, I recognize the resilience that allows each of us to survive and thrive. I believe that effective therapy bridges the gap between anxiety and that resilience.My experiences in domestic violence, in hospitals with seriously ill patients, with adolescents and their families in drug and alcohol treatment centers, and ten years as a school social worker in an affluent suburb have afforded me the opportunity to assist clients through challenges we face.

Have you been feeling frustrated or overwhelmed by life challenges? Each of us has a unique journey, experiencing situations that require resilience and adaptability. Strategies that may have worked in the past can limit our options for creating our best life right now. Learning more successful thought patterns can free us to explore a greater range of possibilities, while honoring our own needs and aspirations. Working together in a private, non-judgmental way, we can strengthen your ability to navigate our culture so you can thrive, not just survive...