Anxiety Therapists in Chatham, NJ

I would like to introduce myself to you and familiarize you with my practice. I treat children, adolescents and their families who are feeling anxious, sad, frustrated and irritable. Bringing children to treatment at a young age provides them with a safe place to express their feelings. Early involvement in therapy allows children the opportunity to develop coping strategies at a young age that they can use throughout their lifetime. I have an expertise in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of anxiety disorders for children, adolescents and their families.

Therapy is a special place to explore who you truly are and what makes you happy. If you are not feeling fulfilled, it is time to do something about that! Life is short and the capacity to look at how you deal with situations can require a special kind of honesty in order to make a real change. I would love the opportunity to work with you to help you make these important changes.

All of us experience times in our life when we need a little support. This may be the result of a major life transition, increased emotional stress, increased anxiety or depressive symptoms, a concern over substance use, or just a desire for personal growth. I provide a non-judgmental perspective allowing you to build upon your strengths and break down undesirable patterns. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I have worked with a variety of clients and by joining them "where they are at" together we are able to effect change.

I am accepting new clients at this time. - Are you feeling depressed and anxious? Are you struggling with gambling, alcohol, drug, shopping addiction? If so, don't hesitate to call. I am both a licensed clinical social worker and a licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor in the state of NJ. My 23 years of experience is primarily focused on treating individuals and families struggling with mental health issues (depression, anxiety , etc.) and or addiction.

Are you currently experiencing anxiety , prolonged sadness, inability to enjoy life, difficulty with interpersonal relationships or a desire to grow in your knowledge of self understanding? Have you experienced a traumatic event that is interferring with daily life? If so you might benefit from time spent with a compassionate and caring therapist. As a clinician I have assisted others in their personal journey toward wholeness and self discovery.

As a psychologist, my aim is to help children, adolescents, and young adults meet their goals and make lasting changes. I am a licensed clinical psychologist at The Center for Stress, Anxiety , and Mood. I specialize in providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for youth and adults with a range of issues including anxiety (OCD, GAD, Social Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Phobias), Selective Mutism, depression, school attendance problems, trauma, and emotion dysregulation. I have expertise in Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) and I frequently integrate mindfulness-based approaches into my practice.

Gail is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) who works with adolescents and young adults, ages 13-30. One of her primary goals is to assist her clients to gain confidence and to address symptoms of anxiety and depression with realistic stress-management approaches. She helps students who are struggling with motivation and underachievement set goals and develop practical methods to achieve their goals. She works closely with families who are seeking strategies for improved communication and reduced tension among family members.

Is stress overflowing into all aspects of your life, affecting the quality of your relationships? Are feelings of anxiety and depression keeping you stuck at your job or in your marriage? Are you constantly angry at your partner for not listening or understanding you? Perhaps you are always angry at your children for not listening to you? I can help you! I will listen, ask questions and together we will develop strategies to deal with depression, anxiety , grief/separation and other life issues. I am a committed active member of your path towards symptom relief and deeper self-awareness.

I am a board certified psychotherapist who works with a spectrum of disorders including depression, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, addiction, & post-traumatic stress disorders. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy along with other techniques.I practice traditional psychotherapy while incorporating hypnosis and mindful awareness. My experience spans over 25 years, working with children, adolescents and adults. I have presented topics about eating disorders, teenage pregnancy, and dissociative disorders. I base my treatment modality an individual's need in a supportive environment helping them to achieve ultimate wellness.

I believe that every person has a healthy part of them that strives for positive change. When you are at a difficult point in your life, a relationship with a trusted therapist is a great help. Therapy can help you pinpoint the issues you need to work on, and understand where they come from and what keeps you stuck - while challenging you to make positive and lasting change.

As a psychologist, I believe that good therapy builds upon a trusting, working relationship between therapist and client. For me, each client is a unique individual with his or her own special needs, feelings and life experiences. Of most importance is that my clients see me as a professional who listens with respect and empathy to what he or she tells me. My goal is to work collaboratively with all clients to help them examine and modify self-defeting beliefs and behaviors that prevent healthy and productive funcitoning in family,social and work or school settings.

Dr. Mary Mastria has been in private practice for over 25 years. She works with adults and couples. Her practice areas include relationship issues, mood disorders, trauma, chronic pain & body image/eating issues. She has advanced training and a doctorate in clinical social work. She is also certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and holds a NJ-state certification in child sexual abuse treatment. She has published research in the area of eating disorders . She serves as an adjunct professor at NYU & developed graduate curriculum in the areas of Anxiety , Practice, Trauma & Eating Disorders Treatment.

If you would like to resolve longstanding feelings of depression and anxiety , feelings of loss, the symptoms of trauma, or a tendency to repeat the same problems in relationships, you may have found that time-limited, symptom-focused therapy hasn't relieved your suffering. Perhaps it has even discouraged you from thinking you can find a lasting solution to your problems. You may feel hopeless about being able to stop what seems like a repeating series of crises, feeling resigned to suffer or cope with difficulty.

Hello. it's very brave to take the first step and find help. Finding the right therapist is often hard. Changing something in your life can be challenging. I believe that everyone should have hope and everyone has the potential to be the best person that they can possibly be. Dealing with problems, big or small or mental health issues - depression, anxiety , or struggling with substance use, can be overwhelming. With my compassion and unique skills, I will walk with you along your journey to maintain wellness, obtain wellness and/or achieve recovery as well as to learn how to set appropriate limits and boudaries.

In my psychotherapy work I utilize a mind body integrative approach combined with a traditional academic training in Clinical Social Work, Systemic Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I received my MSSW from Columbia University School of Social Work and completed a clinical internship in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit of Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York. I have been a psychotherapist in private practice since 1998. I believe that the best thing that I can offer to my clients is the hope and belief that their problems can be solved and the techniques to do it.

Shannon Albarelli, Psy.D. helps people navigate the stressors of modern life by providing them with skills and giving them perspective to generate wellness from the inside out. Dr. Albarelli works with children, adolescents and adults and has a clinical specialization in health psychology with an emphasis on wellness and mind/body medicine. Dr. Albarelli has extensive experience working with anxiety and depression. She is highly regarded in her field for her ability to connect, transform and elevate those she works with.

There are times when life is overwhelming & stressful. Therapy entails a special kind of listening & exploring in a very caring atmosphere. I pride myself on being a warm, empathic therapist specializing in youth, young adults & parents. I address current mental health issues. My expertise is in treating social, emotional, behavioral concerns. Healthy Coping Strategies, Relief Strategies for Anxiety & stress triggers, Depression, Panic , Mood, OCD, ADHD, facing life transitions, problem solving. 25 years seasoned Therapist, School Psychologist. I invite self-exploration, healing, learning, self-management. Real help to move forward.

Anxiety and depression can be crippling but you don't have to face it alone. When everything seems to go wrong what do you do? Probably the same things you always do because those behaviors are comfortable and familiar, not necessarily right. Now is the time to make different choices to support the life you want, even if you aren't sure what that life can look like. Call today to get started on making the necessary changes to improve your life.

I specialize in three types of clients-couples hanging by on a thread, men who don't want to attend therapy and individuals who suffer from anxiety disorders. As someone who has helped hundreds of individuals over two decades, I have empathy and a box of tools and experience ready for people who are motivated to change their lives. Whether you are tired of having the same fight over and over again with your partner or having difficulty picking up the pieces from infidelity I'm honored to begin your journey and helping you through the therapeutic process.