Therapists in Westfield, NJ

Licensed Psychotherapist and Substance Abuse Counselor working with adolescents, adults, families and couples. When life becomes complicated and confusing, our emotions can leave us feeling overwhelmed. For some, seeking understanding through psychotherapy can be the path to clarity. I use evidenced based/solution focused therapy with an emphasis on understanding our sense of self to help define responses to conflict in our lives. If you're ready to make a change, or would like to develop coping strategies to address difficult challenges; calling our office may be the first step in achieving your goals.

Everyone faces challenging times in life, which often leads to people feeling sad, anxious and overwhelmed. Sometimes these issues feel insurmountable. My goal is to help you overcome these challenges in a safe and comfortable environment. I pride myself on being a warm, empathic and interactive therapist who can help you learn effective coping strategies.

As an ordained Minister, Pastoral Counselor, Certified Temperament Counselor, Wellness, and Career Life Coach; My style of counseling is calm, filled and with empath for my clients. I have years of experience with young people, and families working in the public school system serving as an Occupational Therapist in my first career. I believe in providing a safe place for people to share their feelings, hopes and dreams. As a counselor, I rely on wisdom from God to help clients by using tools to overcome co- dependency, rejection, marital conflict, increase communication skills as well as make wellness and career changes.

My goal is to help you feel less anxious and depressed and live life to your potential. I will help you develop the necessary skills to increase self-confidence and feel empowered while discovering your strengths, building support systems, and creating healthy lifestyles. Through my holistic and integrative approaches, I call upon the mind-body connection to help you achieve your goals.

Hi! My name is Cynthia Velasquez, LAMFT (Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families who struggle with issues in communication, lack of distress tolerance skills, wanting to cope appropriately and prioritizing wanting a better understanding of how to have a solution focused mindset to fix their issues. This has been my passion for many years and I am excited to finally provide a safe space for all!

I believe that psychotherapy and coaching are gifts you give yourself. For the past 20 years, I have helped many competent, well-educated men and women whose lives, while "good on paper," are unsatisfying. They feel empty despite successes and have difficulties maintaining healthy relationships with loved ones. My clients feel stuck in their lives and want to make productive changes. I help them examine the ways they repeat the patterns which only lead us to disappointment. I can help you identify these roadblocks to happiness and guide you to create the life you want and deserve.

As a newly licensed associate counselor and lay Christian counselor, I have honed my expertise in women's issues, trauma-informed care, emotional disturbance, and family conflict. I am passionate about educating and instilling a deep understanding of mental health disorders, trauma, and the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with oneself.

Are you living an anxious, depressed, or angry life? Are you feeling lost, insecure, or struggling to find your place in the world? Do you wish you had better relationships, better self esteem, or a more fulfilling career? I understand how difficult it can be when you aren’t living the life you want but I’ve seen in countless cases how the therapeutic process can be transformational in helping you achieve the change you so desperately seek.

I believe that therapy is a way of better understanding one's thoughts, feelings and actions, allowing a person to elicit change and ultimately become the best version of themselves. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, specializing in work with both Individuals and Couples. I treat adults of all ages, who may be dealing with stress and anxiety, depression, low self-esteem/confidence, relationship related issues, maternal mental health issues (such as infertility, loss, postpartum depression and/or anxiety), as well as, new stage of life stressors and transitions.

I have an interactive approach involving nonjudgmental listening and insightful feedback. I specialize in depressive, anxiety, trauma and stress disorders, as well as couples and family therapy. I work with adolescents (12-17), young and middle aged adults and seniors. I have clinical training and experience in CBT, DBT, psychodynamic and trauma-informed therapy; mindfulness training; bereavement, grief and loss; and families in transition. I utilize the Gottman Method for couples and help clients manage conflict, deepen friendship and intimacy, and develop tools to work through fights, prevent escalation and avoid relapse.

I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.

My Ideal client would be someone willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. My ideal client may be struggling with self-esteem, body image, or relationship issues. They may be in a relationship that contributes to their low self-esteem and want to find the strength and confidence they need in order to leave it behind.

I bring intention, patience and hope into my work as a therapist and try my best to inspire you to do the same. I like for you to feel secure and comfortable when you come into my office; and empowered and satisfied when you leave. My sessions are free of judgments, and spent building a foundation where progress toward your goal(s) can be made. Regular day-to-day obligations can easily interfere with our best intentions. Identifying and expressing your goal(s) is the first step. I would embrace the opportunity to work with you.

Hi! I am extremely passionate about helping each and every client through caring & empathetic counseling, with a focus on reaching solutions and your highest potential. I strive to create the most comfortable and kindest environment for my clients. I specialize in working with Adolescents who are struggling with fitting in, bullying, self-esteem, body image, behavioral issues, organizational skills, academic issues, eating disorders, family conflict, Obsessive-Compulsive, Peer Relationships, Substance Abuse, Teen Violence, Addiction, Anger Management, Impulsivity, Depression, Grief, Oppositional Defiance, Relationship Issues, Self-Harming, Suicidal Ideation, & Anxiety. I also work with adults in the areas mentioned above as well as Career Counseling.

I am a Buddhist psychotherapist with a focus on helping all clients find wellness through the Four Immeasurables - happiness, joy, compassion and equanimity. I am passionate about helping people navigate life transitions and difficulties in a practical manner. I help clients focus on the present and work through anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, grief, and other related disorders. I am passionate about serving first responders, veterans, and their families. For more information please view my website at http://www.4ilifepractice.com.

Break old patterns, heal from the past, and move forward with better, healthier relationships with yourself and others. Using evidence-based practice, you'll develop resilience, find your focus and free yourself from old beliefs and expectations and make conscious, positive decisions to move you closer to a life with more ease, self-awareness, acceptance and growth.

Are you experiencing a challenging situation in your life at this time? People often seek therapy at vulnerable times in their lives. I work with individuals, couples and families to help them overcome these difficult times. I believe that everyone has the potential to be happy and make positive improvements in their life. I provide support, assistance, and encouragement in a warm, nonjudgmental environment to empower each person to resolve concerns impeding them from living a fulfilling life. In this comfortable setting, my goal is to assist clients to set achievable goals that build on their strengths.

My ideal client would be a high-functioning, motivated individual eager to attain self-understanding and self-awareness and willing to explore underlying schemas that impact thought and behavior. This client would be open to discussing and working through 'false-self' states and their relationship to early life experiences. This process would lead the client to the expression and development of 'true self 'experiences and enhanced authenticity. Their issues may be anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor confidence, and low self-efficacy due to distorted thinking within the core belief system and identity.

My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.