Therapists in Cliffside Park, NJ

As a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW & psychotherapist with 30+ years experience, I help people not only cope with their stressors but to overcome them. I believe no problem in life is insurmountable. With this philosophy, my extensive life experience & many years of helping people, I am confident I can help you. I work with adult individuals & couples. Modes of talk-therapy include psychodynamic & cognitive-behavioral, CBT. Hypnotherapy is used to treat issues such as anger management, stress relief, weight loss, stuttering, age regression & more. If you have any questions, please ask. I look forward to talking with you.
As a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW & psychotherapist with 30+ years experience, I help people not only cope with their stressors but to overcome them. I believe no problem in life is insurmountable. With this philosophy, my extensive life experience & many years of helping people, I am confident I can help you. I work with adult individuals & couples. Modes of talk-therapy include psychodynamic & cognitive-behavioral, CBT. Hypnotherapy is used to treat issues such as anger management, stress relief, weight loss, stuttering, age regression & more. If you have any questions, please ask. I look forward to talking with you.

Elena Kardonsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
I can help you to feel stable and deal with your challenges! As a professional psychotherapist I offer psychological counseling, support and empowerment, and help you to navigate through the most uncertain times in your life. If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, peer pressure, unstable relationships, or just want to feel fulfilled, empowered, or happier in any area of your life, I am here for you. I carefully guide you to obtain necessary coping skills and healing resources to achieve your personal goals and emotional stability in all areas of your life.
I can help you to feel stable and deal with your challenges! As a professional psychotherapist I offer psychological counseling, support and empowerment, and help you to navigate through the most uncertain times in your life. If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, peer pressure, unstable relationships, or just want to feel fulfilled, empowered, or happier in any area of your life, I am here for you. I carefully guide you to obtain necessary coping skills and healing resources to achieve your personal goals and emotional stability in all areas of your life.

If you are a person experiencing interpersonal conflicts and/or mental health diagnoses, such as, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders and a variety of other diagnoses. I can be of great assistance to you. I believe that everyone deserves the best quality of life. I will work with individuals, couples, and families to develop a tailored treatment plan designed to provide a healthy lifestyle through effective healthy coping skills that we will work on together. Our sessions will be focused on achieving client's objectives, improving quality of life, easing day to day interactions and healthy lifestyle.
If you are a person experiencing interpersonal conflicts and/or mental health diagnoses, such as, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders and a variety of other diagnoses. I can be of great assistance to you. I believe that everyone deserves the best quality of life. I will work with individuals, couples, and families to develop a tailored treatment plan designed to provide a healthy lifestyle through effective healthy coping skills that we will work on together. Our sessions will be focused on achieving client's objectives, improving quality of life, easing day to day interactions and healthy lifestyle.

Anna Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
I believe that people are fascinating and complex. My extensive practice of psychotherapy (over 30 years) taught me to see their struggles more as adaptations rather than pathology. Psychotherapy is based in science but it is much more than a technique and diagnosis. Here is where experience becomes crucial. I'm certain about a good result if my client is open and clear about the goals. I'm very comfortable working with mood disorders, relationship issues, traumas. I love working with couples.
I believe that people are fascinating and complex. My extensive practice of psychotherapy (over 30 years) taught me to see their struggles more as adaptations rather than pathology. Psychotherapy is based in science but it is much more than a technique and diagnosis. Here is where experience becomes crucial. I'm certain about a good result if my client is open and clear about the goals. I'm very comfortable working with mood disorders, relationship issues, traumas. I love working with couples.

Edward Gerard Haas
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
I work with people who have substance use disorders and their families. In addition to my LCADC, I am certified in Family Counseling and Trauma Counseling. I like to work with people from all different backgrounds.
I work with people who have substance use disorders and their families. In addition to my LCADC, I am certified in Family Counseling and Trauma Counseling. I like to work with people from all different backgrounds.

For more than 25 years, I have worked with children, teens, and adults coping with a variety of problems and situations. Through therapy, I believe that people can develop greater insight and more adaptive, life-affirming ways of coping with their unique difficulties and circumstances. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, health problems, loss, grief, and relationship/family/parenting issues. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City.
For more than 25 years, I have worked with children, teens, and adults coping with a variety of problems and situations. Through therapy, I believe that people can develop greater insight and more adaptive, life-affirming ways of coping with their unique difficulties and circumstances. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, health problems, loss, grief, and relationship/family/parenting issues. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City.

Are you struggling with uncomfortable emotions? Do you wonder if you are moving in the right direction? I help clients cope with challenges, strengthen relationships, recover from trauma, improve life functioning, connect with their values, and reach their potential. Depression, anxiety, uncertainty, substance abuse, self-esteem, eating disorders, lack of motivation/structure, and interpersonal turmoil can get in the way. I will listen to your unique situation and help you regulate emotions, resolve problems, and explore life’s possibilities.
Are you struggling with uncomfortable emotions? Do you wonder if you are moving in the right direction? I help clients cope with challenges, strengthen relationships, recover from trauma, improve life functioning, connect with their values, and reach their potential. Depression, anxiety, uncertainty, substance abuse, self-esteem, eating disorders, lack of motivation/structure, and interpersonal turmoil can get in the way. I will listen to your unique situation and help you regulate emotions, resolve problems, and explore life’s possibilities.

Alyssa Bressman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, EMDR, E-RYT, KAP
Verified Verified
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
Feelings of anxiety and depression are part of being a human being. The great skill is learning how to deal with these uncomfortable emotions. We can control how we think and act, but most people need encouragement, support, and knowledge to do this. As your therapist, I can support and guide you through this process. In addition I can teach you how to accept yourself with all your strengths and weaknesses and help you to identify and achieve your goals.
Feelings of anxiety and depression are part of being a human being. The great skill is learning how to deal with these uncomfortable emotions. We can control how we think and act, but most people need encouragement, support, and knowledge to do this. As your therapist, I can support and guide you through this process. In addition I can teach you how to accept yourself with all your strengths and weaknesses and help you to identify and achieve your goals.

Hudson Robinson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MPsy, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
Most of my clients have a substance use disorder that is co-occurring with other conditions. These disorders manifest as severe behavioral issues that lead to biopsychosocial impairments. Some clients had problems with the criminal justice system, state and local agencies, schools, employers, family, and the community due to undesirable behavior. They need help turning their lives around. As Person-centered, solution-focused Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor, I establish therapeutic relationships anchored in cultural diversity to provide individualized treatment to help my clients make the change they desire.
Most of my clients have a substance use disorder that is co-occurring with other conditions. These disorders manifest as severe behavioral issues that lead to biopsychosocial impairments. Some clients had problems with the criminal justice system, state and local agencies, schools, employers, family, and the community due to undesirable behavior. They need help turning their lives around. As Person-centered, solution-focused Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor, I establish therapeutic relationships anchored in cultural diversity to provide individualized treatment to help my clients make the change they desire.

Given many stressors of modern life and demand to always be on top of our game, many of us are overwhelmed, suffering from unwanted emotions and feeling trapped in our circumstances. I offer supportive environment and goal-directed, biologically valid and clinically proven therapeutic approaches to help my clients re-establish healthy and functional relationship with their emotions, problem-solve through their circumstances and become "un-stuck" in their lives. In my practice, I combine elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, existential and biological/evolutionary perspectives.
Given many stressors of modern life and demand to always be on top of our game, many of us are overwhelmed, suffering from unwanted emotions and feeling trapped in our circumstances. I offer supportive environment and goal-directed, biologically valid and clinically proven therapeutic approaches to help my clients re-establish healthy and functional relationship with their emotions, problem-solve through their circumstances and become "un-stuck" in their lives. In my practice, I combine elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, existential and biological/evolutionary perspectives.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by workplace challenges or questioning your professional path? Perhaps you're dealing with imposter syndrome that makes you doubt your abilities, struggling with workplace stress that follows you home, or navigating difficult relationships with colleagues. You might be facing a career transition or seeking a better work-life balance. Like many professionals, you're looking for both emotional support and practical strategies to thrive in your career while maintaining your well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by workplace challenges or questioning your professional path? Perhaps you're dealing with imposter syndrome that makes you doubt your abilities, struggling with workplace stress that follows you home, or navigating difficult relationships with colleagues. You might be facing a career transition or seeking a better work-life balance. Like many professionals, you're looking for both emotional support and practical strategies to thrive in your career while maintaining your well-being.
Meet Our Therapists

Welcome to a space where your emotional well-being is the priority.
Welcome to a space where your emotional well-being is the priority.

I strongly believe in the power of therapy. I am convinced that the quality of one’s life can be drastically improved even in the worst cases of mental health disorders. I speculate that if only people knew how tremendously their lives could be improved, they would not hesitate a single second and would find assistance right away.
I strongly believe in the power of therapy. I am convinced that the quality of one’s life can be drastically improved even in the worst cases of mental health disorders. I speculate that if only people knew how tremendously their lives could be improved, they would not hesitate a single second and would find assistance right away.

A famous greek philosopher once said "Nothing endures but change." As your therapist, I provide comfort and professional guidance throughout your everchanging journey. I believe that therapy consists of a collaboration of effort between both the therapist and the client. I work diligently to foster trust in the therapeutic relationship while proactively guiding you on your path to healing and increased understanding.
A famous greek philosopher once said "Nothing endures but change." As your therapist, I provide comfort and professional guidance throughout your everchanging journey. I believe that therapy consists of a collaboration of effort between both the therapist and the client. I work diligently to foster trust in the therapeutic relationship while proactively guiding you on your path to healing and increased understanding.

Relationships & marriage are in trouble today. Couples don't know how to work through their relationships or marriages. They just think that romance & love will help them through their issues. This is a trap. Many couples don't realize that it takes hard work in making a relationship or marriage to work.
Relationships & marriage are in trouble today. Couples don't know how to work through their relationships or marriages. They just think that romance & love will help them through their issues. This is a trap. Many couples don't realize that it takes hard work in making a relationship or marriage to work.

As humans, we are very social creatures and our social interactions impact every aspect of our lives. When working with clients that struggle with interpersonal relationships, I often notice that these clients have deep attachment wounds that stem from trauma. These attachment wounds affect current functioning and relationships. In session, we will discuss ways you can set boundaries and feel a sense of safety and confidence within your romantic relationships, family structures, communities, and inner world.
As humans, we are very social creatures and our social interactions impact every aspect of our lives. When working with clients that struggle with interpersonal relationships, I often notice that these clients have deep attachment wounds that stem from trauma. These attachment wounds affect current functioning and relationships. In session, we will discuss ways you can set boundaries and feel a sense of safety and confidence within your romantic relationships, family structures, communities, and inner world.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience, specializing in women's mental health, with a focus on helping individuals navigate anxiety, people-pleasing tendencies, boundary-setting, and the complexities of grief and loss. Through a compassionate, client-centered approach, I support women in overcoming obstacles, healing from past wounds, and cultivating lives of balance, strength, and fulfillment. Together, we'll work to discover your strengths, build resilience, and create the life you want.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience, specializing in women's mental health, with a focus on helping individuals navigate anxiety, people-pleasing tendencies, boundary-setting, and the complexities of grief and loss. Through a compassionate, client-centered approach, I support women in overcoming obstacles, healing from past wounds, and cultivating lives of balance, strength, and fulfillment. Together, we'll work to discover your strengths, build resilience, and create the life you want.

Therapy can be viewed as a Journey to Self -Actualization and can be a very exciting journey. Whether the challenges present as Debilitating Depression, Addictions and/ or Limiting beliefs: that have developed with the worst one being "something is wrong with me"! To paralyzing Anxiety and Panic Attacks that move one to seek out relief in a variety of dysfunctional ways.
Therapy can be viewed as a Journey to Self -Actualization and can be a very exciting journey. Whether the challenges present as Debilitating Depression, Addictions and/ or Limiting beliefs: that have developed with the worst one being "something is wrong with me"! To paralyzing Anxiety and Panic Attacks that move one to seek out relief in a variety of dysfunctional ways.

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families. I currently work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges that are preventing them from living their best life.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families. I currently work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges that are preventing them from living their best life.

The therapeutic relationship is one of the most important relationships we create. I believe that all individuals can effect change in their lives. I believe individuals have the answers within themselves and sometimes need guidance to overcome life’s challenges and obstacles. My role as a therapist is to empower you and help guide you become the fullest and most authentic version of yourself. I strive to help individuals heal and grow.
The therapeutic relationship is one of the most important relationships we create. I believe that all individuals can effect change in their lives. I believe individuals have the answers within themselves and sometimes need guidance to overcome life’s challenges and obstacles. My role as a therapist is to empower you and help guide you become the fullest and most authentic version of yourself. I strive to help individuals heal and grow.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Cliffside Park, NJ
20+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in Cliffside Park, NJ who prioritize treating:
77% | Depression |
77% | Anxiety |
73% | Self Esteem |
68% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Family Conflict |
64% | Coping Skills |
64% | Stress |
Average years in practice
18 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
58% | Aetna |
53% | Cigna and Evernorth |
47% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Cliffside Park, NJ see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
81% | Female | |
19% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Cliffside Park?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.