Grief Therapists in Old Bridge, NJ

You know the intense feelings of grief and loss, and although some around you are ready for you to move on, the pain is still here. I get it. I have moved through the pain of grief myself, and now, as a grief advocate I am honored to bring you healing conversations and practices that take the pressure of a timeline off of how you grieve. Feeling better, while working through complicated emotions, will be our focus.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Bachelor's Degree of Arts from the University of South Carolina and a Master's Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. With over 14 years of experience in the mental health field, I have accumulated skills suited for working with a wide variety of clients, but specialize in working with adolescents, adults, and seniors experiencing anxiety, grief, chronic illness, and relationship difficulties.

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship or identity issues or the complex emotional impact of loss and trauma? Maybe you are one of countless neurodivergent individuals attempting to blend into our largely neurotypical world, experiencing the stress, anxiety and complications that go with it. Each of these stressors can impact our ability to be fully present in our lives; causing us to feel pain, hopelessness and isolation. The good news is that you don’t need to navigate this alone. You can heal and you can grow. My goal is to help you define your vision of health and happiness then help you to achieve it.

The quality of relationships is at the heart of my work. Whether you are going through a separation or divorce, loss, doubts about a new love interest, parenting or step-parenting issues, pain of an affair, an upsetting move, or a life-stage transition, I can help you move through and beyond the pain or challenges of your situation. I will listen deeply, ask meaningful questions, help make sense of what you are going through, and share both tears and laughter along the way - no matter what the pain, disappointment, confusion or anger you may experience.

It took an immense amount of courage for you to be on here right now, searching for help and allowing yourself to be vulnerable. Without even meeting you, I'm already proud of you. This doesn't have to be a scary process and I'm here to guide you each step of the way. My passion lies in helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, grief and loss, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, addiction, and navigating life transitions. My clients describe me as down-to-earth, with a combination of empathy and practical guidance. I believe that therapy has the power to transform lives and I'm ready to meet you where you are at!

Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.

The Center For Marriage and Family Therapy has five offices throughout central New Jersey. Jackie Held, Karen Spiler and Jill Stein founded the Center in 1984. We refer to a large network of affiliated therapists whose specialties include relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, gay and lesbian issues, child and adolescent therapy, grief therapy, sex therapy and substance abuse. Our offices are in Matawan, Freehold, Princeton, Toms River and Piscataway. Our network includes licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, substance abuse specialists, child and adolescent specialists and sex therapists.

I am Dan Silitsky, Ph.D. and a New Jersey Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that all individuals have the innate ability to be empowered in making informed decisions about their present situation. It will be my privilege to offer my expertise and sensitive style to those individuals, couples and family members who wish to pursue their life's dreams without undue stress.

Welcome to my webpage! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years experience helping people deal with a variety of difficult life situations and problems. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress; have experienced a major loss, like death or divorce; or are adjusting to the pressure of being the primary caregiver to elderly parents or children, I will work with you to overcome all of these challenges.

My goal is to help provide insight and the tools you need to move beyond limiting beliefs and behaviors. Using an integrated holistic approach to counseling, I combine temperament therapy, psychotherapy, nutritional and integrative medicine and Biblical truths, creating a nonjudgmental and safe place for families, couples and individuals to share their issues and fears to attain healing and hope. Certified as a SYMBIS & PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator, I will help you to prepare for or strengthen your marriage. I will help you to navigate through the changes of life, taking you from where you are to where you want to be.

Social Skills Groups and Counseling for Kids is a private counseling center where Sandra Singer, PhD and Claudia Weiss, LCSW provide group and individual services for children ages 4-13. As licensed therapists who developed a comprehensive school based counseling program, we bring a wealth of experience in child development, behavioral disorders and group work to the private setting. We believe that children learn best when actively engaged in fun and creative activities.

Feeling understood is an important aspect of personal development and life satisfaction at any age. As a Columbia University trained therapist, I provide a warm and nurturing environment where children, adolescents, and adults feel supported and are better able to understand and manage their emotions and behavior. I offer a safe place for individuals to process and cope with transition and challenges such as relationship concerns, divorce, grief, and traumatic experiences. My passion is helping women, young adults and children meet their individualized therapeutic goals and live their lives to the fullest potential.

I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years experience. I specialize in the challenges that occur with life transitions during adulthood through older age. This includes treating stress, anxiety and depression symptoms that arise due to physical changes, new and ongoing medical diagnosis, grief, relationship issues and employment changes.

I have been providing psychotherapy for the past 32 years to individuals and couples. I address the hurt, sadness, anger, anxiety and depression you feel and the loss of emotional contact in your important relationships. Sometimes painful loss arises from traumatic shock, and sometimes from the non-traumatic experiences of growing up. I can help you identify your needs and relieve your confusion about what is important, so that you can repair your connection with those you love. Healing is in the therapeutic relationship and the skills I can teach you that can enable you to live a freer life.

Life can take us through twists and turns. On the outside things may seem fine, but on the inside, you are feeling incredibly overwhelmed. You may feel confused, misunderstood, and unsure of who you are becoming. You may have difficulty controlling negative thoughts or quieting your mind. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, or interpersonal challenges, counseling can be an incredible outlet. I provide individual counseling for adolescents and adults to enhance insight on personal struggle, develop effective coping skills, and empower my clients to face each day with confidence.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2010. In addition to providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, I also routinely provide supervision hours for LSW’s and LAC’s working on achieving their clinical licenses. My goal is to provide a compassionate, respectful and safe environment in order for you to explore and capitalize on your strengths to help you face life's challenges head on. I utilize evidence-based techniques and a person-centered approach, working with you from where you are at the present time.

Life is full of obstacles that at times feel impossible to overcome. In therapy, we will work together to equip you with coping skills that best suit you to make tackling these obstacles possible. Depression, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem are common hindrances that therapy can help find long term solutions enabling you to live to your fullest potential.

As an licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor, I have experience working with adults and couples facing a range of challenges. With a diverse background and extensive experience in various areas including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, grief and couples issues, I strive to create a safe and inclusive space for clients to explore their concerns and work towards their goals.

I believe that a client that comes to session in good faith to genuinely seek treatment is most likely to achieve their therapeutic goals. Any client who takes that first step to therapy is showing great courage. Once in therapy, simply being themselves and being open to the process will lead to exploration, goal setting and positive change leading to a happier, healthier way of life.