Therapists in Ridgewood, NJ

At the center, clients can expect to learn how to live their best life. As a therapist and being involved in the field for 16 years, I've worked with adolescents, women and families through individual, family and group therapy. My expertise is working with individuals experiencing depression, self-esteem issues, history of abuse, generalized and social anxiety, anger management, stress management and trauma. I also provide coaching for women in their 20's -60's and help clients gain work/ life balance whether they're struggling in intimate or social relationship or in their careers. My approach is to not just to treat the symptoms, but get to the root of the problem.

Thank you for your interest in my services. There are many different layers to our lives and relationships. Sometimes we experience stressors, life transitions, and interpersonal issues which can be challenging to deal with on our own. Seeking help takes strength and is the first step. I am here to help you through such difficulties, and to give you comfort, support, effective techniques, and professional guidance where you feel you need it most. Clients have experienced great success and relief whether it's been through learning to reconnect with a partner, improving self-esteem, managing difficult family relationships, etc.

I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey. I specialize in Child and Adolescent Psychology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, and related difficulties. I believe strongly that there should be no mysteries in therapy. Goals are best served if they are clearly established. Children, adolescents and their families deserve to be part of creating those goals and should know when they are being achieved. Therapy should be practical and based on the available relevant research evidence.

We're here to help you with any struggles you might be facing related to addiction, trauma, or mental health. We believe that everyone deserves to have their mental health treated, and we’re committed to helping you achieve that through our evidence-based treatment modalities and caring staff. Our approach includes one-on-one and group therapy, teaching you about addiction, and supporting you every step of the way to make sure you’re an active member in your recovery journey. Our goal is to help you overcome your struggles and embrace a healthier, more satisfying life through effective treatment. We are here for you.

My approach Integrates the best of Modern Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Traditional Holistic approaches. I specialize in treating anxiety, fears, phobias, OCD and panic disorders. Relief may be immediate. I also work with depression, negative thoughts and personal issues. Free initial phone consultation..

Do you feel like you’ve lost sense of who you are or want to be? Does daily life sometimes feel relentless? Have anxiety, depression, stress and life changes drained you of your ability to fully connect with yourself, your loved ones, your passions and goals? We all get caught up in life, and the patterns we’re used to, and change can feel so unattainable. Sometimes you feel so stuck in how things have always been, have always felt, and how you “should” be - that you aren't sure how to even start making changes. I can help you unpack some of the weight you're carrying, so you can start to work toward a more satisfying life.

I believe that therapy is an opportunity for people to get the most out of life. It is a reflection of one’s courage to face familial changes, life stressors and significant emotional experiences. An overarching goal of my practice is to utilize one’s talents, strengths, creativity, wisdom and optimism to help individuals regain control of their complicated lives. As such, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral and Psychodynamic approaches. I find that Psychodynamic Therapy can be particularly beneficial for those who have lost meaning in their lives or have difficulty forming or maintaining relationships.

After obtaining a Ph.D. in School Psychology, I completed a Post-Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology, working with adults. I subsequently entered private practice and worked with a very diverse client population. Issues I have treated include: depression, anxiety, PTSD/pain from accident and injury, ADHD, and relationship issues. After practicing for 15 years, I entered the business world and recently returned to clinical practice supplemented with years of business and life experience.

Thank you for visiting my profile! Whether you are struggling with: OCD, adjustment to life changes, chronic worry, social anxiety; or whether your child is: refusing to go to school, having panic attacks, struggling with body image anxiety, health anxiety, or difficulty with separation, I have effective solutions to help you cope and move forward. Helping my clients find a light-hearted path through suffering is truly a passion for me! I look forward to helping you overcome any obstacles that life has thrown at you.

Has opening up about things in your life you are struggling with been difficult? Have drugs or alcohol become more and more of a problem than a solution? Perhaps you have felt there is no way out, or maybe you’ve done the hard work to make it this far but are looking for that final push to really begin living your life to its fullest again. Addiction is complicated, much bigger than substance alone, and therapy is a major component to addressing addictions from all sides, assisting you in taking back control of your life once and for all.

Lets be real, life can be challenging! We get pushed, pulled, bent, but we don't have to break. The necessity for self-care and support is at an all-time high. Finding needed support and a positive outlet can be challenging. Therapy offers tools to assist with turning obstacles and daily challenges into resilience and opportunity for growth. It is an excellent source of support needed to achieve desired change, gain awareness of healthy coping patterns, and assist with establishing a clear pathway to creating a healthy lifestyle and mindset.