Michael Hessdorf

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP

Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
(973) 671-8117 Website

Michael Hessdorf

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP

Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed

Primary Location

658 Ridgewood Road
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 671-8117
Offers online therapy

Nearby Areas

This location is easily accessible from:

Website
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About

Are you unhappy with your life? Do you long for a better, more loving and intimate relationship? Are you feeling that you are not fulfilled in your career? Do you want more out of your life? Are you repeating the same self-destructive patterns of behavior that are preventing you from living the life you want. Imagine your life where you are able to change your life story and live the life you want.
If you are an individual adult or couple, teenager or college age person and are struggling in your life, therapy can help. You can learn to live in a happier, less stressful way. In our work together, you can begin to heal and enjoy your life once again.
I am a therapist who been able to help people who have suffered from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, work difficulties, among other issues.In addition to individual and group therapy, I also provide couples therapy which enables couples to improve their communication skills and reach a deeper level of intimacy.
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Michael Hessdorf
“Trauma, relationships, anxiety,low self esteem are resolved in therapy through psychodynamic, EMDR. Ind, couples and group therapy. ”

Finances

Pay By: ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Accepted Insurance Plans
  • Out of Network
Verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first visit.

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 33 Years
  • License: New Jersey / 44SC05004600
  • School: New York University School of Social Work
  • Year Graduated: 1990
I am certified in EMDR and I am a certified group psychotherapist

Additional Credentials

  • Certificate: EMDRIA - EMDR certified therapist
  • Certificate Date: 2021
  • Certificate: CGP-American Group Psychotherapy Association / Certified Group Psychotherapist
  • Certificate Date: 2019

Endorsements

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"Warm, Competent and Talented Therapist"

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"Mike is a colleague whom I have known for 20 years. He is a friendly and compassionate therapist. He is trained in EMDR and is a skilled group therapist. "

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP, CAMS-II

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACS

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MBA

Michael Hessdorf's Groups

Improving Your Life/Creating Healthy Relationships

Are you unhappy with aspects of your life? Do you long for a better, more loving and intimate relationship? Are you feeling that you are not fulfilled in your career? Do you want more out of your life? Are you constantly repeating self-destructive behaviors. Do you want to be better at dealing with difficult people. Imagine your life where you are able to change your life story. You are in a loving relationship. You are working in a career that feels satisfying and fulfilling. You are living a life that you knew, deep inside of you, was always a possibility..

More about this group

Primary Location

658 Ridgewood Road
Maplewood, NJ 07040
(973) 671-8117
Offers online therapy

Nearby Areas

This location is easily accessible from:

Website
Specialties
  • Relationship Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Stress
Issues
  • Child
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Finding a more meaningful life
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Parenting
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
Sexuality
  • Bisexual
  • LGBTQ+
  • Lesbian

Client Focus

Age
  • Elders (65+)
  • Adults
  • Teen

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • EMDR
  • Family / Marital
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
Modality
  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Group

Links

My Website

Nearby Areas

This location is easily accessible from:

Last Modified: 19 Mar 2023
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Michael Hessdorf

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP