Therapists in Northvale, NJ

NEW availability for therapy and evaluations for children and adults. I specialize in neuropsychology and apply knowledge of brain-behavior relationships to evidence-based therapies. I am a clinical assistant professor and staff psychologist at NYU Langone Health. Most of my training has been at academic medical centers, such as Columbia University, Stony Brook Medicine, Hackensack Neuroscience Institute, and the Veteran's Administration. Adjunct teaching positions include Pace, CUNY Baruch, and William Paterson University. In addition, I supervise pre-doctoral interns at Hamilton Madison House and NYU Rusk Rehabilitation.

Life can be challenging, and it's natural to feel overwhelmed at times. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, work stress, or feeling stuck, these obstacles can lead to anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns. You may fear that others are judging you or that something terrible will happen. Perhaps you are having difficulty living up to high standards set by yourself or others, ultimately hindering you. The good news is that you don't have to face these challenges alone. I am here to help you develop effective strategies and tools to embrace life to the fullest, fostering a sense of control and freedom.

There are so many reasons you may have found your way here, but I am so happy you did! Together, we will work to solve current problems and improve resilience & confidence to tackle future challenges. We will work together to help you develop insights, skills, and healthier, more fulfilling patterns and connections. Together we will explore your story & the meaningful relationships in your life to help get you on the path to a happier, healthier you.

The Koch Center (located in Montclair, Waldwick, Morristown, & Englewood) specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapy and Programs for Adults, Adolescents, Middle Schoolers, and Families. Our Intensive DBT Programs offer an opportunity to receive extensive support and expert treatment in an outpatient setting. We treat the full range of psychological issues (including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Personality Disorders). We have a Trauma Program for adults. We also offer individual therapy from varying theoretical orientations.

Are you struggling with life stressors, feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or anxious? Are you tired of feeling stuck in constant worrying, self-criticism, or relationship difficulties? Do you strive to heal your relationship with food and your body? If you want to work on your well-being, live more fully, and need to develop coping mechanisms and stress management techniques to resolve the issues that hinder you from living the life you envision, I can provide the support you need to accomplish these goals and help you gain insight into your strengths and build upon them, while also being a support of the mind-body connection.

We provide a safe space for you to express all your emotions and encourage you to truly "feel your feels,” so that you may establish lifelong skills that translate to healthy boundaries, discovering your voice, positively expressing your emotions, and increasing your self-esteem and self-worth. We aim to support you in building your emotional toolkit so that you may do so with ease.

People create meaningful change when they feel heard and validated. What I love about being a therapist is the ability to be a part of that process and help them adjust their perspective, confront challenges, and realize their worth and potential so they can create a value driven life. While my primary specialty is in anxiety/panic disorders and OCD, I work in a variety of areas, including creative/entertainment/sports professionals, men’s issues, sex/porn addiction, trauma, body and muscle dysmorphia, LGBTQ+ concerns, and anger management.

As a mental health therapist specializing in couples therapy and anxiety, I'm here to guide you on your journey towards healing and growth. I believe in harnessing the inherent power within each individual to create positive change. Through therapy, I provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals, couples, and families to explore their challenges and embrace their strengths. I specialize in couples therapy and individual therapy, focusing on issues such as anxiety, relationship conflicts, and trauma. I create a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their challenges and strengths.

I am a multilingual and bicultural clinical social worker with 10+ years' experience in supporting individuals from a diverse background. Dr. Tello specializes in working with children, teens, and young adults. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, OCD, trauma, and separation or divorce challenges.

Are you struggling with your intimate relationship? As an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist, this is all we do. With 10 years of experience in the field of sex therapy, men, women, and couples come to us for our expertise in female and male sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Rivka Sidorsky & Associates is designed to improve all the areas of intimacy and sexuality. If you are experiencing pelvic pain, unconsummated marriage, Vaginismus, sexual anxiety, sexual aversion, libido concerns, differences in desire, infidelity, sexual trauma, male sexual dysfunction, relationship and other concerns, you have come to the right place.

It's nice to meet you! Does your mind ever get the better of you? Are your thoughts so consuming that you can't seem to slow them down? Are you feeling unsettled, tense, or like you've lost yourself? You may be experiencing the unwanted effects of anxiety, chronic pain, or ongoing distress. These can feel debilitating when we do not know what to do with it all. Collaboratively, let's work towards reclaiming the life you truly deserve! To learn more about my practice, please view my website at wholeheartedcnslng.com

Maybe you're unsure of what is bothering you, but are aware that something isn’t working for you anymore. Perhaps you're supportive and patient with others, but are self-critical, high-achieving, and set unrealistic expectations for yourself. Maybe you're tired of worrying all the time or feeling stuck in cycles of thinking about the same things. Until now, you've likely been pushing yourself to cope with what you’ve been feeling on your own. If you tend to prioritize others, you may be hoping to learn how to set healthy boundaries and communicate assertively, so you can better tend to your own needs.

Thank you for your interest in mental health services offered by Ridgewood House. As founder of Ridgewood House, I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in reproductive mental health, adolescent wellbeing, bereavement, and life transitions (parenting, relationships, health issues, professional changes, etc.). My services are centered on providing customized care that authentically celebrates your individuality while promoting growth and healing at any stage in life. The Ridgewood House team also includes Matt Nicholas LSW, Jisin Lee LSW and Nikki Rigoli LSW.

You are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and frustrated. You thought that in time you would feel better, but you don’t. You are struggling with obsessive thoughts that tell you, you’re not good enough, you’ll always feel this way, or you have to be perfect. You feel guilty, depressed, and embarrassed for thinking these thoughts and for behaving in ways you just can’t control. You feel like you are on a hamster wheel and going nowhere fast. You aren’t sure how you got to this place, but you know you want out. There is hope. You don’t have to feel this way and you don’t have to do it alone. We can work together to improve your life.

I believe one of the most courageous steps a person can take is to embark on a journey of self-reflection. Understanding one's own story is crucial in comprehending our present selves and shaping the individuals we aspire to become. It's important to acknowledge that this process is ongoing, as our stories continue to unfold. In facilitating your personal growth and development, my aim is to assist you in strengthening your self-awareness and equipping you with the necessary tools to navigate life with enhanced clarity and purpose.

I help teens, women, parents and LGBTQIA+ folks to navigate anxiety, depression, parenting, and relationship intricacies. Are you feeling burnt out? Over worked at home, school and work? Does it feel like the pressures are mounting and you have no idea how to relax? Are you finding that your values are not aligning with those around you or that you aren't able to live your life in a way that is true to you? You are not alone! I'm here to help you find tangible skills to build peace and fulfillment in your life.

Are you feeling stressed, anxious, confused about your life, sad, lonely or unsatisfied? Or perhaps you're struggling with difficulties in your relationships or other complex life dilemmas? Life's struggles are not meant to be conquered alone and I'm here to help! Using my caring, warm, down-to-earth and non-judgemental counseling style, I can help you figure out what your emotions are communicating to you and support you in finding the best courses of action to take. If you are ready to start your therapeutic journey today please visit my website at sarapasternaklcsw.com and fill out a booking request form!

Are you tired of holding it all together? All your life, you’ve had to be the best, do the best, and rise above your family trauma. At first, the load wasn’t that heavy. But now you’re not sure how much longer you can be the one everyone counts on. You’re exhausted by the pursuit of perfection. And for once you’d like permission to underachieve. To everyone else, you seem confident, successful, and put together. But they don’t know you’re struggling to keep yourself from crumbling to pieces. If it feels like too much, it’s because it is too much. You shouldn’t have to live every day holding on for dear life.

People often seek out therapy hoping for some form of change. Whether you are struggling with feelings of stress, anger, sadness, confusion, or frustration, or searching for peace, you are not meant to do it alone. My goal is to help you live a more meaningful life through a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focus, I create a unique plan for clients to most effectively address a broad range of issues including depression, anxiety, alcohol abuse, marital distress, and to develop more adaptive skills related to coping and communication. We will work to create better awareness of yourself and create happier and healthier lives.