Life Coaching Therapists in Whippany, NJ

I work with individuals, couples and/or families who are ready and willing to invest in themselves and learn helpful and life changing strategies to become the person they are longing to be! My clients value learning and are looking for tools to diminish the effects of trauma, hurt and pain in their every day lives. Their goals include healthier ways of coping and managing their lives, becoming more authentic, clear and strong core values and healthy, satisfying relationships, built on trust and commitment.

As a Psychoanalyst, a TEDx Speaker about Active Hope and author of the transformative 'HopeFULL Journey Workbook,' I am committed to empowering driven professionals. Together, we unravel character strengths, reignite the flames of innovation, and affirm a profound passion for a life that is joyful and purposeful. Guiding each individual towards intentional living, we will clarify priorities, set meaningful goals, and develop a roadmap that integrates the personal and professional. In this shared journey, we forge a path towards fulfillment—an alignment of purpose that resonates in every aspect of life.

Those I have coached have expressed that they have attempted many approaches to achieving their goals, & they simply fall back into ruts. With my combined former Advertising Agency owner experience, having marketed IKEA, etc. my coaching provides a highly unique approach to Life and Business Coaching. My "Wake Me Up" technique featuring my Be It, Hit It, Feel It, Lose It Express Sessions, will catapult you to accomplish in 2 months, what typically might take 1 to 2 yrs to ignite a behavioral/career shift. You will be exercising your mind, & be working to LOSE the negative "excessive weight" it contains.

Life is difficult and we are not supposed to know how to handle all that comes our way. Psychotherapy is one way to address life's difficulties. My work is with individuals, couples and families which includes a specialization in communication, relationship issues, shame, vulnerability, self-esteem issues, anxiety/depression, addiction and any barrier to fulfilling one's full potential. Families are systems that can heal, and change is always possible. I am a certified ARISE@ Substance and Mental Health Interventionist. I bring the experience of 33 years of marriage as well as raising five adult children to my practice.

Individuals seeking us grapple with challenges like stress, anxiety, trauma, or PTSD. Their quest is for balance and a safe space to explore their experiences. They aspire to acquire resilience tools, fostering self-discovery and growth. They yearn for understanding, ready to transform. Their goal for themselves or their families isn't survival but thriving in a peaceful life that resonates with their true selves. Embracing their healing journey, they recognize their courage propels them toward the peace they deserve.

Are you feeling anxious, depressed, worried or looking to increase your happiness? Sometimes, life events and stress can make everyday activities seem overwhelming and beyond reach. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults utilizing a variety of techniques to address anxiety, depression and other behavioral and emotional disorders. In our sessions, any thought or feeling that arises will be met with respect and unconditional support as we explore it's significance in your life. I welcome the opportunity to work collaboratively with you to achieve all of your life goals! One Small Change can Lead to Great Results!

I have spent 10 years working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflicts, and struggles with maintaining sobriety and recovery. For some, symptoms are a nuisance that they need help managing. For others, symptoms have compromised their lives so much that they are on disability and/or repeatedly unable to attain the life goals they have set for themselves. In each case, I work with the person to find thought processes and behaviors that can improve their quality of life.

If you're looking for someone who will actively listen to your concerns and provide insightful feedback that is compassionately helpful to your concerns, you have come to the right place. I provide my clients a safe place to work through their frustrations often related to relationships that seem overwhelming to them. My clients find practical solutions that help them grow as individuals in the midst of such relationships. It is a great joy of mine to see how clients grow through the process of therapy.

“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”- Maya Angelou

Do you constantly feel overwhelmed? Are emotions full of anxiety affecting your overall quality of life? If so, I would like to assist in overcoming these interruptions to your overall pursuit of happiness. By working together we can establish building blocks that will aid in developing effective coping skills.

Are you struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues or a difficult life transition? Have you been affected by trauma or multiple traumatic experiences? Would you like to regain control of your thoughts, emotions and begins to live a meaningful and enjoyable life? I can help you heal by providing research based coping skills, supporting you in cultivating feelings of healthy connection with yourself and others, and offering a safe space to explore, process and overcome difficult issues and past traumas.

In a first meeting with a client, one of the most important parts of the session is to understand not only what brings a person into the office, “the problem” so to speak, but also to build out a framework of what the client believes will be the solution. What will it look like when things are better? Rather than pathologizing, I prefer to focus within the wellness model of counseling, identifying strengths and resources available to contribute toward a person’s personal counseling goals.

Have you said to yourself “maybe I need help with this situation” in the past few months? Did you talk yourself out of making the call because the situation temporarily improved? This is a common statement that I hear from my patients and they often wish they had reached out for support earlier. We will work together to understand, identify, and manage your or your child’s needs, while providing useful and applicable skills for improved daily functioning. Happiness is often achieved with a mixture of different approaches that include

At some point, we have all felt sad, anxious, lonely, or angry. But, sometimes, we get locked into these emotions, and it begins to feel like our life is out of control. My goal is to help you get back onto the path of living a life that you value. While I am trained in the evidence-based practices of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, my therapeutic approach is collaborative. If you don't feel comfortable, then none of this will work. Our working relationship is so important and something that I highly value.