Therapists in Bordentown, NJ

My ideal client is curious about themselves and the world and actively participates in the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with young adults and older adults, but I'm not limited to these populations. My ideal client is at a place of feeling "stuck" in their life. Whether that be a career transition, deciding on a college major, feeling lost in a relationship, or a new onset of symptoms. I am also comfortable with helping individuals unpack their past to understand their current habits. My ideal client wants to understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to develop self-awareness and self-compassion along the way.

I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced traumatic life events and supporting them along their journey toward healing. My practice is deeply rooted in meeting people where they are by working from a Trauma-Informed, culturally humble, humanistic approach.

Life is filled with many challenges, therefore there are times when you need the support of a compassionate professional. You do not have to go through difficult seasons alone. Let our professional staff help guide you back to a path of restoration. You can live a life filled with clarity, peace and joy.

I want to welcome you. My passion is to teach people the tools they need to have a happier, healthier, more peaceful, and successful life. I have trained under the most amazing therapists in the industry and at some of the best facilities in the world. You can read more at my bio page All about Shannon Two rules 1. You are not alone! 2. You need an advocate! One answer Ask for help Whether you call me or someone else asking for help is just another way to take better care of your mind, spirit, and body. I now offer Supervision Services.

There is no one size fits all mode of treatment. We will work together to find the approach that works best for you. I am a warm, authentic, down to earth person that you can feel comfortable confiding in. I provide a non-judgmental, supportive environment that fosters growth. I strive to empower you to embrace change and become the best version of yourself.

Life is a field of unlimited possibilities. Are you ready to begin exploring? I believe we are all here to help one another learn and grow. I would be honored to be a part of your journey. I specialize in anxiety disorders because this is an area that I know intimately. I once had really bad anxiety and panics attacks. I learned to overcome them and they are now a distant memory. I would like to show you how this can be true for you as well. I offer flexible scheduling with options that include evenings and weekends for my DC clients. Go to the scheduling link to get started.

Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman is a counseling psychologist specializing in trauma services and community psychology, holding a PhD in the field. She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey, working with clients globally. Prior to establishing her private practice, Dr. Shirin was a program coordinator for a NJ adolescent substance abuse program, where she developed treatment curriculum for group and family therapy. Later, she worked as a community liaison for this program and three others in New York, coordinating psychiatric and substance abuse care.

We are licensed in Oregon, Maine, Minnesota, Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey and Colorado. We currently offer telehealth and virtual therapeutic services. We work with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, family relations issues, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders. We combine different therapeutic approaches based on client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.

Are patterns of mental and emotional pain keeping you from a life of joy and meaning? Maybe you feel misunderstood or judged. I am a psychodynamically oriented therapist and offer holistic approaches to help you walk a path of personal growth and transformation. I am also trained in a mindfulness-based, body-centered psychotherapy known as Hakomi Mindfulness-Centered Somatic Psychotherapy.

Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in life and we just cannot figure it out-"what am I doing wrong?... Why do I end up in the same place over and over ?..." Mistaken beliefs about yourself as well as ingrained patterns of feeling and thinking impact your self esteem, relationships and work life. Sometimes trauma ,that occurs during the formative years of childhood ,can result in persistent fear, worry ,and depression . Substances, food , sex, money and work can be misused in attempts to find relief from the unrelenting emotional pain or numbness that untreated traumas create.Trauma therapies are designed to help with these struggles

***Currently we are accepting clients for the waiting list only*** We are also actively hiring licensed clinicians that seek to work in diverse, just, and affirming practices. Please email us for more information. I/ We help CHANGE happen; families move to a place of harmony with greater connectedness and a sense of healing. Change requires experience and SUPPORT. Using a professional, highly rated counselor helps that change to happen today.

Reaching out to a professional takes courage. When struggles and unexpected challenges arise, it can lead to symptoms of anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, OCD, and many other psychological and emotional symptoms. Sometimes stress leads to compulsive behaviors, including; over indulging in alcohol and substance misuse. We encourage self-exploration into the patterns that keep individuals stuck, and prevent them from moving forward. We help client's capitalize on their strengths to focus on reaching their highest potential.