Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield Therapists in 07043

If you are struggling with anxiety, feelings of unworthiness, a sense of loss & grief or relationship problems I can help. I have been working successfully with individuals, couples and families for almost 30 years. Together we will clarify your goals and through our mutual collaboration positive change can occur. If you commit to the process you will make a dramatic shift in your life; (stop repetitive, self-defeating behaviors; start to heal from deeply rooted pain which you may have previously been unable to resolve; learn to actively listen and genuinely hear what your partner, family member, client or boss is saying to you.

There are days that your mood takes over and you find yourself feeling alone and overwhelmed by the lack of understanding from those around you. You feel as though you are always misunderstood, you do not have anyone that can support you emotionally and you lack trust from those around you. I understand your struggles and I am here to help you and get you back to feeling stable and understood again.

"I can, I'm capable, I have the capacity." My goal is to help you recognize these truths and use your strengths to improve your ability to cope with the difficulties you are going through. I view therapy as a collaborative process. Through our relationship, I will learn about your strengths and challenges and help bring you an awareness of both. We will also work on reducing symptoms of anxiety, depression or other roadblocks that are hurting your relationships or preventing you from achieving the things you aspire to. I'm interested in helping you challenge your negative assumptions and/or limitations about yourself.

Families evolve and change over time. As individuals age and grow, their roles within the family also change. The family can help - or hinder - individual and personal growth. Family work can help to make the family a positive source of support. Family work will help you to step back and observe emotional patterns and processes. There definitely can be family change with only one person in the room working with a therapist. In physics there is an adage: for every action there is a reaction.

Hello and welcome. It is easy to become upset when we experience hardships and lack a safe and supportive environment in which to work through them. Nor does it help when, owing to circumstances beyond our control, we find it difficult to be ourselves and lose touch with what makes us "us." What has been found helpful in such circumstances is a trusting and respectful relationship with a therapist. Such a relationship, and the insight it promotes, can facilitate growth, empowerment, and positive change. ***Please Note: I accept AETNA for New York clients.***

I help clients make significant changes in their lives through a combination of very practical goal oriented modalities like Cognitive Behavioral therapy, assertiveness and social skills training, life coaching as well as supportive modalities like insight therapy, guided visualizations and relaxation techniques. In addition, I also work with clients using approaches that include meditation, mindfulness and Ericksonian Hypnosis.

My goal in psychotherapy and coaching, is to focus on those issues of importance to you, and to build on your strengths so you can flourish.

Helping you create the life that you want is my passion. Perhaps you want to work on your self-esteem, relationships, a struggling career, the demands of your family life...or the grief and change that comes with a separation, divorce or any kind of loss. I have been told that my therapeutic style is warm and engaging, and that my office provides an inviting space where clients can comfortably and safely explore their issues. I appreciate each and every person's journey and I understand the strength and courage required to change...and to reach out for support.

Like focusing a camera lens to help create a desired picture, we need at times to refocus the image of our lives that may have become blurry often through the uninvited challenges or changes that come our way -or perhpas past events are not completely resolved as we thought. With blocked or stiffled awareness, our copng skills may be crying out for help as our deptression, our anxiety, our mood swings, our drinking, or our drug use may be taking over and managing us instead of we managing them. Do you hear yourself saying: I know that I need help; I want to do better; I want to feel better; I know that I can! Can you help me?

I offer a supportive and safe environment for adults and seniors who are experiencing challenges in daily living. Together we will address and work through those challenges and, as a result, I will help you to grow more satisfied in your quality of life.

People often come to my practice when their problems seem daunting and discouraging. They have often tried solving their problems on their own but despite their well-meaning efforts still find themselves facing the same problems and repeating the same patterns. If you are reading this, chances are you are either feeling stuck or are in a difficult point in your life. You are in the right place. Therapy can be of great help by helping you pinpoint the issues that need to be worked on and challenging you to make choices that will lead to a more fulfilling life.

My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, nurturing and nonjudgmental environment in which my clients can openly express their emotional needs and find solutions to the challenges life brings. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 18 years experience specializing in preteens, adolescents, young adults and families. I have helped clients with anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, low self esteem, bullying, relationship and peer issues, academic issues, loss and divorce I believe the most success in therapy comes from focusing on the individual's needs and building on their strengths.

I believe in providing evidence-based therapy in a collaborative and compassionate manner. I embrace the philosophy of understanding, acceptance, and empathy. I focus on strengths and successes to facilitate growth and movement toward goals. My clinical training and experience has included modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, and other evidence-based treatments. I have expertise in the treatment of depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, trauma, grief, and suicidality. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families who want to learn to manage intense emotions and build effective skills/relationships.

I have established a private practice that is a warm, nonjudgemental, confidential, and culturally sensitive setting. In this comfortable environment you will feel safe to explore and resolve any issues that have become to challenging for you to resolve on your own. I am an experienced professional, licensed by the State of New Jersey. Depending on your needs I provide individual, marital/couples, and/or family counseling. My education and experience include psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and ego resolution, as well as spiritual counseling which make this a successful comprehensive service.

At times, life can be stressful, saddening, and unfamiliar. My main goal for my clients is to lead them to a healthier and positive approach to life and a brighter future. This journey will ultimately include building great awareness and forming the best possible relationship with oneself. I believe that giving my clients a safe, comfortable, and trustworthy atmosphere to explore will lead to a successful and healthy outcome.

I work with people experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship problems, loss and grief,addiction, and chronic or life-threatening illness. I see myself as a guide so that clients can access their innate capacity to heal and to grow emotionally. I participate actively, giving feedback and collaborating with clients as they learn to empower themselves. The focus is often on "here-and-now" issues, but by delving into the past we can learn to understand and change the repetitive patterns that hinder our lives and relationships.

I believe all people deserve to feel their best and realize their true potential. The individuals, couples, and families that come to me for therapy are often down and out, riddled with anxiety and conflict, and looking for a new lease on life. Using my years of experience and training and a variety of specialized skills and techniques, I help each of my clients find the strength within to overcome their personal challenges. I partner with my clients to discover what gets in the way of their happiness and inner peace and to rediscover the lives they want to live and to live them vibrantly!

Hello and thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I'm here to help you navigate through challenges, whether it's something recent and specific, or something general and ongoing. I'm best suited to treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and stress.

I am not taking on new clients at this time. I specialize in treating problems related to anger, anxiety, and depression using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness techniques. I help clients develop healthier thinking patterns and relationships, while also teaching concrete coping skills.