Therapists in Orange, NJ

Are you feeling isolated? Anxious? Overwhelmed? From day-to-day challenges to unexpected life-altering events, a helping hand can be that life preserver in an increasingly stressful time.

Strong foundations in the early years lead to healthier minds and consequently, happier families. As a trained physician and a licensed therapist, Sara combines behavioral medicine and developmental psychology in her unique therapeutic approach.

I am working with adults and adolescents in a private practice and am passionate about working with clients living with borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, intimate partner violence, stress, emotion regulation difficulties, relational issues, and any life transitions. Working with people from all walks of life and meeting them where they're at is an essential part of my practice. I acknowledge and incorporate clients' identities such as BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ into treatment. Ultimately, my goal is to help people feel understood and build a happy and fulfilling life.

Welcome to Shifa Therapy LLC, a space for healing. I offer trauma-focused psychotherapy centering BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ folks in NJ. My goal as your therapist is for you to be seen and understood as you are. No code-switching necessary. Throughout the process, I will invite you with patience and compassion, going at your pace as you build new adaptations towards thriving. At times, we may draw upon the past to increase awareness, overcome unresolved issues, and regain a sense of feeling whole.

Let's talk about it, and work together towards solutions.

As a National Certified Counselor with advanced clinical experience through my Ph.D. studies, I have effectively integrated evidence-based approaches such as CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care into my work. I strive for balance in therapy and take a collaborative approach, recognizing that you are the expert in your own

You may choose therapy for multiple reasons. Whether you are here to resolve relationship conflicts, life transition, loss, or to manage stressors with work, taking this first step can be quite challenging as well as rewarding. Dealing with life problems is often the most challenging aspect of our daily lives; problems often become bigger when you try to ignore them. My goal is to help you understand and overcome these problems. Together, we will work through your vulnerabilities, fears, and beliefs to have a better understanding of how things can be improved.

You're slamming the alarm clock; it was another night of broken sleep. Feeling drained and wishing for a moment of peace and happiness. You are giving to others when you're running low and rarely have time for yourself. Pressures and stress are piling up and weighing on your shoulders. You want to reach out for help but are scared of being vulnerable. At night when you lay down to sleep, the thoughts are racing and the worries return. All that you want is understanding, support, and acceptance.

Do you always feel like you have to be perfect or please everyone? Having constant thoughts about not being good enough? This can be because of a pressure from family, society, or culture. You might experience resentment, yet feel guilty about complaining. Maybe you want to make a change for yourself, but just feel stuck or unmotivated. This might be causing frustration.

Are you a South/East Asian or BIPOC woman struggling with anxiety, self doubt, a need to be perfect or low self esteem? Are you having trouble keeping up with the demands of work, school, family and social life and it feels like a constant balancing act? Do you have trouble being assertive and confident in your relationships? Are you going through a break up, life transition or just have trouble relating to your parents and family who have different expectations for you? Are you a new mom, expecting or navigating infertility challenges? Being a woman in today’s modern society is hard, but you don't have to be alone.

" Healing does not mean that the damage never existed. It means that damage no longer controls our lives." an axiom that I live by on a daily basis. I have had over 20 years of privilege testing this axiom with many brave souls. Once these individuals made a decision to not be ashamed of their suffering and peel the layers of their pain; they were able to set themselves free of it and create space for increased peace, joy and freedom. My integrative approach to counseling and ability to apply both Eastern and Western philosophies/approaches helps this goal in measured and timed steps.

The first step in self-help is recognizing the need for change. The next step is walking through the door to seek services that will help bring about that change. With over 20 years of experience counseling children, families, and adults, I can be there to facilitate the process necessary to improve your well-being. I truly believe in the power of positive thinking, and can show you how to restructure your thoughts to create a more positive outlook on life. We can work together to develop healthy coping skills in order to help you overcome your struggles. I’m here to listen, reflect, and allow you to process your feelings.

As a Child and Family therapist, I'm passionate about helping families build stronger connections. Recognized as one of the best Kids' NJ Doctor, I provide compassionate and evidence-based therapy to help families address challenges and improve communication. By creating a safe environment, families learn to resolve conflicts and set appropriate expectations for their children's growth and development. I'm committed to supporting families in achieving their goals and creating a healthy environment for children to thrive.

Accepting New Clients ! I promote inclusivity of all races, genders, sexual orientations, and spiritual practices. I prioritize your comfort. I create a safe, welcoming, and caring environment and understand the vulnerability involved in processing difficult emotions. Finding a balance between exploring deep emotional work and equipping clients with practical skills for tangible change is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy. Many clients uncover relationship patterns and aim to create lasting connections. If curiosity motivates you, we'll work well together.

It can be difficult to open up about your personal struggles to a stranger. Many racial/ethnically diverse clients find it to be a distinct challenge: “we can’t find a therapist who understands our cultural/religious beliefs & it is too emotionally exhausting to explain it.” In this journey of self-exploration and coping with life’s struggles, the last thing you need is a counselor that you need to educate, feel fearful to talk to about culturally sensitive issues due to judgment or stereotypes, or to feel retaliation from someone who is supposed to provide you a safe space. Natasha aims to create this space for everyone she sees.

Are you struggling to let go of past hurt or are you stuck in the same patterns? Are you struggling to move forward from a past relationship? Do you keep choosing the wrong partner, but you don’t know why? Are you feeling single and ashamed? Are you feeling alone in your pain? Is shame, anger, low self-esteem, resentment, sadness or anxiety holding you back? Do you notice that you’re engaging in the same maladaptive behaviors as your parents? Do you want to better understand who you are and why you cannot break your patterns? Do you need new tools to help you cope with the challenges of life? Allow us the opportunity to support you

Vasista , a group practice providing mental Health /psychology professional services by matching highly trained, experienced and Licensed experts to meet the needs of individuals, couples and families from different backgrounds.We believe that one size does not fit all. We understand that we come with unique backgrounds and experiences and need a professional that you find comfortable to help you through the process of therapy and its our job to gain that trust and work with you.

FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY EVALUATIONS- Non-Judgmental, social justice thrust, comprehensive, and respectful. At The Center for Forensic and Clinical Psychology Of NJ LLC, we provide evaluations for immigration, civil and criminal issues. We welcome referrals related to related to harassment, wrongful term, Fit for Duty, sex offenders, victims, P.I, Competency, immigration, asylum, family petition-hardship waivers, VAWA, Removal issues, victim U visas, S-Visas, "crimmigration", T-visas- human trafficking, fraudulent waivers, Permanent Residency issues, & LGBQTI. Defend and Plaintiff referrals. www.forensicpsychologycenter.com