Emotionally Focused Therapists in Passaic County, NJ

Are you getting frustrated at how challenging it is for you to end up "happily ever after"? Whether you're struggling to find the "right one," preparing for a committed relationship, want to work on a troubled relationship, or trying to re-ignite the energy in your existing relationship, you've come to the right place.

Hi! I am a licensed Psychotherapist in New Jersey and New York and have been providing psychotherapy services for 25+ years. I am also certified as a Clinical Telemental Health Provider and Integrative Mental Health Professional. I help clients with a variety of issues, including Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Low Self-Esteem, Stress, Grief, Women’s Issues, Relationship Difficulties, General Life Transition Challenges, and Career Challenges. I also help clients who have had a "spiritual awakening" and are in the midst of navigating that process. It can be an exhilarating yet bewildering experience and I'm here to support you!

Accepting New Clients! Please email for quickest response. - - Do you want to live the same day for the rest of your life? Do you feel stuck, living the same day over and over again, just doing your best to continue existing in a stressful world, unhappy and unfulfilled? Or perhaps you’re feeling overwhelmed, pulled in a million directions with no time for yourself, caught in a whirlwind of anxiety and low self esteem. Whatever it may be, I hope to help you bring back your vibrance and vitality so you can create a life that YOU want to live.

All relationships rupture...but not all relationships repair. A couple's ability to safely and effectively repair their ruptures, and heal their pain, is an essential ingredient to any healthy long-term connection. In my office, I meet a great variety of people and relationship types; some are merely dating, while others are already engaged, or have begun the marital journey... and yet others are anywhere from 10-50 years into their marriage. What unites them all is the great human need and desire to feel understood, seen, safe, loved, and held.

It can happen to even the best of relationships. You find yourself getting frustrated with your partner or getting stuck in endless loops of negative interactions. You wish you could recapture the intimacy and connection you once had or know that your relationship been knocked off-course by crisis or life stress. Secure connection and a revitalized relationship is possible. 

Michelle has been working as a social worker for over 20 years. She has provided services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. She helps individuals, couples, and families find tools and strategies to help them thrive.

Welcome! Whether you are an individual dealing with anxiety, depression, or any other form of inner distress, or a couple trying to create a greater sense of connection and minimize negativity, or a family struggling with parenting or getting along, we will work together to achieve a place of contentedness, nurturing growth, true friendship and love.

Ruth Saperstein is a licensed clinical social worker specializing in working with couples and individuals. Ruth works with couples with relationship issues, and Individuals with anxiety. Ruth is also experienced in the treatment of struggling adolescents. Ruth is highly trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, emotionally focused therapy, Acceptance and commitment therapy and mindfulness techniques amongst many others. Ruth is client focused and places emphasis on creating a safe and nurturing environment for her clients to resolve any issue that they want to work on.

I work with adolescents, adults, couples and parents struggling with overwhelming feelings, infertility, birth trauma, pregnancy/postpartum issues, trauma, anxiety, depression or general life obstacles. I believe that the way you view yourself, your relationships with others, and the world is a gateway to the therapeutic experience. My clients would describe my warmth, compassion, use of humor and realism as a recipe for connection and safety within our relationship. I am an active participant during sessions and willing to be vulnerable to move my client to a place of change.

What are your goals, your dreams your aspirations? Can you be the best you? A more functioning and functional you? Can you process and make progress through the challenges that life sends your way? Can you feel heard, seen, and understood in a safe and judgement free space? Yes.

I am a dedicated Licensed Social Worker committed to empowering individuals on their journey to mental well-being. My multifaceted background encompasses a range of essential roles, from community outreach and advocacy to individual and group therapy.

“Balance Your Thoughts”. There is no one size fits all type of therapy. Each person is complex. Come on this journey with me to tune into you. Change is a process that is hard to identify, it takes time and effort. That is where I come in to help you along this journey of change and discovery of self. My approach is empathetic, understanding, and judgement free. I primarily utilize a Client Centered Approach, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). My treatment approach meets the needs of everyone. I have a special interest in the areas of Grief and Loss.

Most of us have many commitments, obligations, and it can feel like an unattainable task to manage all the pieces that make up our worlds. It can be anxiety provoking, isolating, and overwhelming. The positive piece is we can prioritize our needs by exploring therapy. We also have everything we need inside of ourselves already and may just need support on how to best harness our current skills and build on them. I work with you to identify and manage the challenges while also being mindful of what works best in this time in your life.

Having trouble finding a partner worth your time? Wish your current partner understood you better? Do you love your family yet they still manage to push your buttons? Do you feel like you are just going through the motions at work and would love to be more engaged in what you do? One of our greatest needs is to be loved and understood yet so few of us feel that way in our relationships. Another important need is to have meaningful work yet often times most people trade their passions for what they feel to be a safe and secure job. This can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression and lack of meaning. My goal is to change all that.

I am an experienced mental health counselor and parent coach who provides support and guidance to individuals, couples, and families who are facing emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. I utilize the Gottman Couples Therapy approach and facilitate a variety of interventions to foster growth and understanding within relationships. Implementing a variety of strength and health based techniques, including CBT, IFS, DBT, I provide a warm, engaging space that allows clients to explore ways to work toward positive change. All individuals are born equipped with the skills and resources to discover their core self.

I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 10 years experience in the mental health field. I believe in building a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe and supported. Therapy should be a place where you are able to explore challenges while feeling empowered and understood. I can help you explore new ways to address your depression, anxiety, and worries. Together we can help you achieve a satisfying and fulfilled life. My treatment approach is supportive, educative and empathic. Let’s work together to help you achieve your fullest potential and enjoy life!

My goal as your therapist is to support you in your journey; listen to you; and provide opportunities for self discovery.

Welcome! I am an experienced licensed Clinical social worker in both NJ and NY and a Rutgers University graduate. In my practice, we address issues such as anxiety/stress, sadness , depression, relationship issues, mens' issues , vocational issues, and motivational issues . I am a generalist and take a solution focused approach . I also believe in linking your past to your present, so you can have a solid future.

Once you decide to take the step to begin therapy, finding a therapist that you can trust and feel open with can be challenging. If you haven't been in therapy before, you may not know what you are looking for. And if you have been in therapy, you may still be unsure if it could be different in a positive way this time. I encourage you to call, we can talk on talk on the phone to decide what it is that you're looking for and you can get a feel for your comfort level in our conversation. I am a Clinical Psychologist, trained to treat most disorders, including depression and anxiety, with a specialty in Marriage and Family treatment.