Medicare Therapists in Livingston, NJ

Many things can trigger a call to a therapist: Overwhelming anxiety, persistent feelings of depression, unfulfilling or problematic relationships at home or at work, or sudden changes in life circumstances (health, financial, or interpersonal). Talking to a therapist in a supportive environment can be very helpful. Therapy helps you figure out what you want to get out of life, identify what gets in your way, and work out new ways of approaching your goals. When you come in regularly to talk, exploring patterns and identifying factors that interfere with achieving goals, your life tends to improve.

I have been married to my best friend for over thirty-six years. During that time I have been blessed with two children (a son and daughter) and two wonderful grandchildren. Since 1989 I have worked throughout the tristate area as a counselor. After many years of working as a life-coach, as well as a spiritual/religious counselor, I decided to go back to school to attain a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have worked extensively in the criminal justice system with adults and troubled youth throughout Essex and Hudson County, and as a substance abuse counselor in Dover New Jersey, as well as East Orange, where

Sometimes you do everything you're supposed to do and things go right. Sometimes you do everything you're not supposed to do and everything goes right. But what happens when almost nothing goes right? It's disheartening, disorienting, and undermines confidence. What can follow is anxiety (fear and threat come with disorientation), depression (apathy and hopelessness come with being ineffective). You may feel the world is conspiring against you. Often self-deprecation seeps in. You beat yourself up as you feel you've let yourself down, a self-betrayal informing you that you must be defective and inadequate.

I have over 30 years experience helping people to reach their psychological and physical health goals. I am pragmatic and employ a structured, goal oriented approach. I am trained in both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches and I will identify your individual needs and use a treatment strategy that will best meet these needs with a supportive but direct approach. While I will draw on my knowledge and experience in my work with you, I continue to grow as a professional and I will also be learning from you and employ these fresh insights in your treatment.

I have 20 years experience using therapy, skills coaching, and mindfulness to help people meet their goals and grow more confident in their ability to manage feelings, anxieties, relationships, weight, and health. I stand with my clients to develop lasting healthy habits including self-care and self-compassion. My style is highly interactive and focused on making sure you gain something valuable from every session we share. I listen compassionately and ask questions to help you understand yourself better. Also, I will teach you strategies for when your feelings are strong or when you feel urges to something unhealthy or unhelpful

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.

Currently Not Accepting New Clients. I strongly believe that everyone has a need to be heard and express themselves. As your counselor, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space for you vent and have someone to listen to. Whether you are a child or adult, I am here to assist you in doing the hard work of strengthening your ability to maneuver through life’s tough challenges.

As human beings, our lived experiences are often stressful, anxiety producing, and at times traumatic. As a psychotherapist who has been practicing for 20 years, my goal is to create nurturing environments where individuals can process thoughts and feelings, gain new insights, and work to develop more productive ways of coping with their lives and relationships. I aim to develop a secure therapeutic alliance with my clients, based on trust, a sense of safety, and respect.

Whether you feel burdened by sadness or stress, worried about your personal relationships, or puzzled by sexual difficulties, there is hope. Over the years, I have seen many people enter the therapeutic journey with doubt and hesitancy, and emerge with a renewed sense of meaning and joy in connecting with others. I am passionate about what I do and I deeply believe that good psychotherapy can transform lives. I hold a doctorate degree in clinical psychology and have post-graduate training, as well as special interest, in addressing sexual issues, relationship difficulties, and struggles with life transitions.

Thirty plus years of experience utilizing psychodynamic psychotherapy in adult, marital (couples), child, and family therapy. Further training and supervision was gleaned at the Institute for Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis of N.J. Although my orientation is eclectic, I lean towards an interpersonal interactive approach with my clients, unless contraindicated. Being devoted, helpful and constructive in working together with clients to achieve whatever goals one has such as the following: relief from stress or depression, improving emotional connections & intimacy, coping with conflict, adversity, and success, & confidence building to feel hopeful and passionate about loving, working, and living life.

Family Healing Center is a leading provider in wellness and recovery care. We provide our clients a safe and intimate atmosphere for their emotional well-being and recovery from addiction. Please visit our website @ www.familyhealingcenternj.com

I am a therapist for over 35 years, and have brought support, relief, guidance and insight to my patients. I customize my approach to support each person's needs and motivations to ensure that the therapy is guided by what each person may need, whether it is goal directed, insight oriented, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness based strategies, or unburdening their fears and concerns in a safe environment.

I specialize in the treatment of anxiety-related conditions including phobias, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, health-related anxiety, and PTSD. My treatment approach is a holistic one that combines the use of interventions that have proven successful.

Do you feel stuck in your life? Perhaps you experience feelings of depression, anxiety or loneliness. These feelings may be in reaction to problems at work or disappointments in relationships. You may want to connect more with your own wishes and needs so that you can experience engagement in life, and happiness in relationships. Psychotherapy is a journey that can benefit and enrich oneself. The freedom to express painful feelings, in a safe relationship, opens up the possibility of understanding conflicts and experiencing positive emotions, that make life worth living.

As individuals we may feel angry, sad, anxious or overly stressed in our daily lives. As couples, we may have problems in our relationship that lead to conflict with our spouse or partner. As parents, we may face various challenges (educational, emotional and behavioral) with our children, and need guidance in how to help them, and ourselves. These life circumstances can erode our sense of well-being and strain our relationships in all spheres of life. They stop us from functioning to the best of our capabilities. I work to improve your functioning, decrease conflict and to make life enjoyable.

I, Ron Silikovitz, Ph.D., am a licensed clinical psychologist. I have offices in West Orange and Elizabeth, New Jersey. My specialty areas include: Forensic psychology (parent coordination, therapeutic visitation, custody/parenting time evaluation, relocation evaluation, risk assessment, personal injury, assessment and treatment of sexual offenders and victims, competency, termination of parental rights and adoption, and expert witness testimony), individual psychotherapy, couples therapy,family therapy.

Do personal, relationship, or family issues overwhelm you? Or, do you feel like something's missing in your life? Would you like to feel a stronger sense of self, and more fulfillment in your life? Psychotherapy is a journey that can help to move you forward in this process and realize your hopes and dreams. In following this path we may talk about your present life, past experiences, your dreams, and unconscious material. All is "grist for the mill". I am a licensed clinical social worker, nationally certified psychoanalyst, and board certified dance/movement therapist.

You or someone you care about may be going through a difficult time. I will create a safe and nurturing environment where we can process thoughts and feelings about life stressors and challenges, gain new insights and work towards new possibilities. Together we will work to develop compassionate curiosity while balancing change with self-acceptance.

In my 29 + years of practice I have helped many adults, seniors, adolescents, families, and couples overcome depression, anxiety, grief, stress, sexuality issues, couple and relationship issues, and work issues. My experience helps me to more quickly and effectively help individuals (and families) make the desired changes in their lives.