Therapists in Emerson, NJ

Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.

I can provide individual, play or family therapy in the comfort of your home or at a mutually agreed upon location. I specialize in working with children, teens and families.

Are you experiencing a life transition or a personal crisis ? Have you always been self-reliant, but now feel overwhelmed and unable to tackle life's challenges? Are you an individual encountering difficulties in your relationships? Are you a couple looking to gain insight , change your communication pattern and establish deeper connection? Are you an adult with special needs or a parent of a special needs child dealing with anxiety and decision fatigue ? Regardless of what brings you here, I recognize that life can be challenging and complex.

Our basic theory is that therapy can help a client deal with current issues -and works best when the client and therapist join together to work on these issues. I don't believe therapy should take a lifetime, but I hope to be your therapist, as needed, through out your life. I specialize in "Relationship Issues" - through Counseling and Coaching. My goal is to help the Couple decide what is best for them, & help them accomplish that.. . In Couples Coaching, the partners learn life skills that will change their relationship. Couples Coaching focuses on proven skills and techniques for the quickest, solution to couples' issues.

I counsel from a strengths-based compassionate view point. All ages are of interest to me as I believe in relationships and how clients are able to operate within the relationships they find themselves. With 29 yrs of work in education, students and young adults are of particular interest. I have worked as an in-school clinician in a K-8 school with children who have emotional, behavioral and interpersonal issues. As a former spiritual hospice counselor, I have gained extensive background in grief and loss therapy and end-of-life issues that are often manifested through family dynamics.

I believe in the inherent strength we all have within us to work to overcome adversity in our lives. If you, a family member of any age, or someone you may know are struggling with depression, anxiety, family dynamic challenges, or any life stressor that is keeping you from living the authentic and happy life you deserve, I am here to give you the help and guidance needed to overcome those obstacles and challenges. Sometimes adversity is a call to action to make changes in our lives we are all capable of doing with commitment and effort. The choice to ask for help is a choice made in strength, and I am here to support your journey!

Do you worry often? With the constant demands of our fast paced & stressed out society, it's no wonder people are more anxious than ever before. I help with an array of struggles and specialize in Anxiety & Trauma. I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and am additionally certified in Trauma. During sessions, I will teach you how to rewire your brain to create lasting change that can help, even after therapy ends.

I am dually licensed LCSW, LCADC and a graduate of Rutgers University where I obtained my Masters in Social Work along with specialized training and a certificate in Addictions Counseling. I am a firm believer in building a therapeutic relationship which is based upon providing positive and client centered empathy and care in a nonrestrictive and culturally safe environment. My primary objective is to provide a comfortable and life changing experience through the change process of mental health wellness and/or addictions recovery.

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.”-MLK, Jr. Taking the first step can be a bit scary, but taking the first step toward wellness can add an empowering component to it. My goal is to provide you with a supportive and safe space in taking the walk toward change and wellness. With 15 years of experience providing direct care, I have a firm belief that we cannot talk about adversities, setbacks, failures, or traumas, without acknowledging resilience as well. I strive to help my clients shift from stress and anxiety to realizing their inner strength and external resources to overcome obstacles.

We fear being vulnerable. We run from difficult feelings. We seek approval of others. We feel ashamed of our emotional baggage. Worst part is, we often try to hide these under our mask because of shame, fear, and anxiety. But hiding in shame only makes us feel worse about ourselves with isolation, emptiness, and a sense of self-hatred. In my practice, I support my clients to feel accepted, validated with no judgement. To promote healing and growth, I sit through difficult emotions until self-acceptance and self-compassion is communicated and received in a safe space.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (MSW and LCSW), Susan has worked with women and their families around issues of pregnancy, birth and parenting since 1987.  Susan counsels individuals and couples on many issues.  She has in-depth experience in the areas of women and children's health including pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting issues as well as pediatric health concerns -- illness, palliative and hospice care.  She has led parenting groups that focus on new motherhood as well as bereavement groups for parents.

Many of life's challenges stem from difficulties in navigating our relational, social, and cultural worlds. You may be struggling with distress related to relationships, emotion regulation, racial trauma, cultural identity, or self-worth. These problems can present as depression, anxiety, PTSD, somatic symptoms, or couple distress. You may have already tried many different ways of solving your problems before seeking professional help. Sometimes, the symptoms you present with are a result of trying to adapt to impossible situations.

I am honored that you are considering me to help you with your journey toward self-discovery and mental health. I have over a decade of experience working with people throughout the lifespan on a variety of concerns, including family issues, interpersonal issues, trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and body image concerns, among others. I am certified in perinatal mental health, including fertility issues, mental health during pregnancy, pregnancy loss and traumatic birth experiences and postpartum mental health and adjustment. I also have extensive experience working with college students and trauma.

Making the decision to enter into therapy is often challenging. Choosing the right therapist to work with can make all the difference along that path . If you are experiencing dissatisfaction in your relationships and/ or in your day to day life albeit work or whatever you are engaged in, I am here to help you along your journey. If you are feeling stuck and unhappy with life choices, together we can work towards problem solving and achieving your goals .

March openings availabIe! EMDR certified, women centered therapist who specializes in maternal mental health and post-traumatic stress disorder. I teach women to take care of themselves first so they can better care for others. Trained during my work at The Postpartum Stress Center, I treat women who struggle with trauma, postpartum adjustment, infertility, birth trauma, infant loss/miscarriage and adoption struggles. We strengthen the relationship to self, build a sense of emotional safety with others. We will shift the lens on the mommy myths, cultural expectations and perfectionistic standards which can cause overwhelm/shame.

As a therapist with many years of experience offering clinical services, it has been my pleasure to help children, adolescents and young adults to cope with the many issues and challenges that affect their happiness and well being. I specialize in work with clients who are grappling with anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral and self-esteem issues, peer relationships and school issues. Please refer to the side bar on this page for additional areas of focus and the types of issues that I address, as well as for the methods of treatment that I utilize in working with my clients.

I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I am here to support and empower you in that journey. I have training in psychoanalytic therapy, CBT, hypnotherapy, substance abuse and couples counseling. My approach is goal focused psychodynamic therapy and I am eclectic in nature. I have worked with adults and adolescents.

Taking the step to reach out to a therapist takes courage, so I appreciate your willingness and desire to start therapy, increase support, and make healthy changes in your life. My primary goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you. We will navigate your journey together in that space, starting where you are now and collaborating on future goals. Utilizing a person-centered approach, you’ll begin to unlock skills you have within, develop new ones, and strengthen your overall coping strategies and mental health.

Life can present a wide array of challenges, from anxiety, to mood disorders, to trauma; all which require very specialized healing. Therapy is a personalized and integrative experience, and I am here to support you every step of the way. Whether you are seeking clarity on your past, support through a life transition, or coaching for a challenging family dynamic; I will work with you with compassion and guidance to meet your needs.