Therapists in Branchburg, NJ

I enjoy working with relationship issues, self-esteem, anxiety and trauma. I specialize in working with adult survivors of childhood trauma, PTSD, and complex trauma. My ideal client is someone who is ready to gain insight into their experiences, and to work towards personal growth. I will help you feel empowered, and more fulfilled.

As a Therapist and Life Coach, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can be to reach out for help. However, I can assure you that my compassionate and emphatic approach will help you find the strength to move through this process whether it is healing or focusing on creating your future. It is my goal to create a partnership with you where we together can maximize your potential and growth. I like to collaborate with you in this journey and adapt to suit your needs. My priority is to develop a safe and trusting environment, where we can build a healthy relationship and work together towards your goals.

Art Therapy Groups are open now. We provide Counseling, Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Using a holistic approach to mental health and a client-centered approach to therapy, we use a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions to help you overcome the issues that brought you to therapy. Effective therapy is collaborative and interactive. We are here to help you feel better and overcome obstacles with the tools and techniques you need to move forward positively in your life.

Practices that include modalities with Eclectic theoretical orientation. Counseling everyone regardless of background purely on presenting health issues. Using integrative approach to whole person restoration of functioning. Mindfulness, Cognitive,Logotherapy, Motivational Interviewing. Transfigurative Hypnotherapy is strictly for pain management, sleep disorder, anxiety and relaxation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We proudly embrace the ethical values of the APA, AACC, ACA and NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) that respectively advice counselor to practice within their competencies (training).

Far too often we are weighed down by heavy emotions; intrusive thoughts and conditioned patterns. Through my varied experience I have been able to witness firsthand--that even in the most dire circumstances positive change is possible. My philosophy is to provide you with patience; positivity and pragmatism while varying the therapeutic approach to fit your current needs. To foster motivation and facilitate insight, I utilize a combination of strength-based techniques. I also believe in the significance of incorporating your interests and creativity (e.g. art, music, theatre and humor) into sessions.

Joy of life is always accompanied by pain, and there are times that you feel beaten and defeated. Psychological symptoms can surface and compromise your happiness and functioning during these struggles. Therapy can help you to stay on the right track or find the right directions to minimize unnecessary sufferings.

Are you or someone you love experiencing social or emotional difficulties preventing you from accomplishing your goals and responsibilities? Are you ready to talk about your needs and take control of your life? Self-understanding and self-reflection are key elements to emotional well-being and healthy relationships. Most human being have an innate need to feel connected and validated in their experiences and emotions. In my professional practice with teens, families, and couples, I offer a therapeutic relationship which my clients can use for their own personal growth and development.

Life is difficult, and so is the process of change, but please know that you do not need to be alone in these moments. Together we can help to improve your relationships, your thoughts and feelings, and assist you in obtaining what you want for your life. Please come in for a discussion. I have significant experience working with anxiety/worry, depression, anger issues, substance abuse (addictive behaviors), as well as interpersonal problems (i.e., divorce/separation, loss, marriage/love problems, and work/career-related issues). Please only email.

Do you find yourself constantly feeling anxious and spending a lot of time overthinking? Are you struggling in your career or relationships? Maybe you don't feel good enough and identify as an over-achiever? Are you going through a big life change or loss, and feeling completely overwhelmed? You’re not alone. I am passionate about working with adults with anxiety, self-esteem and major life changes. My belief is that our relationship with ourselves deeply effects how we navigate day to day stressors and major life transitions. You are your biggest asset.

I work with adults and adolescents on mental health (anxiety, depression, etc) and substance abuse issues. I also specialize in difficult or abusive relationships and trauma. I work with abusive partners and victims of domestic violence, and with victims of a variety of traumas. I also am now working with Veterans who are dealing with Post Traumatic Stress and difficulties readjusting to non-military life.

There are times in our lives where our struggles become especially difficult and we decide to seek out a therapist to walk a part of the journey with us. Therapy involves a very special kind of listening within the safety of a unique relationship. This special kind of listening is what is essential to my work. The development and transformation of each relationship between me and my client(s) is the creative, healing aspects of our work together.

Jean Sweetman obtained her Master's Degree in Educational Psychology , June 1985, from the City University of New York at Brooklyn College. She received her post-graduate certification from the Institute in Reality Therapy from Vancouver University in 2000. Jean is certified by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor since 2005. Prior to her clinical work at Life Psychotherapy, Jean worked for 31 years as a School Psychologist with a client centered focus on helping children, adolescents, adults and families maneuver issues of anxiety, depression , self- esteem and transition.

My 30+ years of experience enable me to treat a variety of populations and cultures. My degrees in the disciplines of clinical psychology, clinical social work and clinical art therapy allow me the opportunity to utilize many treatment interventions as I assist people to help and empower themselves. My work is collaborative and interactive and includes involvement in all systems associated with the patient as necessary. From the difficult to treat child and adolescent, to the adult facing divorce, occupational crisis, or life re-evaluation, our work together is goal oriented. Consultant & certified EMDR therapist treating trauma.

Treating clients for over five years, I am an eclectic psychotherapist specializing in anxiety and crisis. I use empathy, warmth, and humor to connect with clients at all stages of the life course and assist them in using new perspectives and resilience to enrich their life experiences. Certified Grief Informed Professional.

My primary interest is treating different aspects of trauma and Post Traumatic Stress disorder in adults and children. Trauma takes us out of our window of tolerance where we function optimally and either leads to a fight or flight response or dissociative numbness. It can also lead to a repetition compulsion when we repeat various aspects of the original trauma or redirected aggression treating others like those who caused us harm. I have a great understanding of trauma especially related to attachment disorders in children such as Reactive Attachment Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder as well as PTSD in adults

There are times in our lives when we may feel as though we are just going through the motions. Past experiences, perhaps dating back to childhood, could show up in a variety of ways in your adult life. Sometimes you may realize that there could be a connection between your past affecting the present but you are not quite sure how. You may be experiencing a variety of overwhelming emotions, some of which could be contributing to anxiety, depression or showing up in your interpersonal relationships. This may have created the potential opportunity for you to begin your healing process. It is my intention to assist you in this journey.

Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.

I am a psychotherapist specializing in anxiety, anger management, ADHD, depression, marital issues, political anxiety, covid anxiety, and adjustment issues in teens, young adults and married couples. My experience also includes working with various DSM-V disorders in addition to managing school based issues. Many of my clients encounter frustration when their concerns impact their daily lives, and I take the time to listen closely to their needs, and empower them to successfully navigate their challenges.

Guiding others has always been a passion of mine from an early age. As I got older, the passion became stronger and pushed me into many different volunteer positions. My desire to help facilitate change crossed paths with my love for volleyball and led me to Costa Rica on mission trips. It was there, in Costa Rica, I knew I was being called to work with people on a more intimate level as my life’s work. Now, I am a Licensed Social Worker. I earned my Masters Degree at New York University. I have worked closely with children, adolescents and adults as dealing with everyday stressors and anxieties to mental health diagnoses.