Therapists in Cliffwood, NJ

I have 30+ yrs. exp in various settings specializing in the treatment of alcohol/drug problems, anger, depression, anxiety, men and teen issues. My motivational style has evolved from my experiences as a therapist, a high school football coach for 20 yrs. and a Dad. If anger, alcohol/drugs, anxiety or depression are interfering with your happiness and success, please know things can get better and talking about it can help! We will work together to better understand your situation, discuss sensible solutions and make a plan to help you make strides toward improvement (and small changes help) Let's do this!

Aiding those with Military backgrounds, Law Enforcement personnel and First Responders in their journey to healthy living is not a job, it is a passion. I have faith you can find your own meaning of success and achieve self-acceptance, long term sobriety, stabilization and gain life changing beliefs and behaviors. People with mental health and addiction issues can feel alone and misunderstood and have lost primary support systems over time. You are never alone. With individual counseling, you are able to safely talk about your thoughts and concerns and learn new and healthy coping skills.

Deciding to start therapy for yourself or family member can be a difficult and challenging decision to make. We believe that clients entering therapy already possess the skills needed to tackle the problems they are currently facing. However, sometimes difficult and trying situations may be best approached with help of a trained professional. Our goal is to help our clients find their inner strengths, increase their coping skills and identify past successes that can be altered and used to help them now.

Becoming a mother is a transformative experience that can unexpectedly leave you feeling alone and unrecognizable. As a therapist, I am here to listen, help you gain new coping skills and perspectives, and help you process any trauma that may come to the surface while you find your way back to a sense of normalcy. I feel called to hold space for women and their families who need a supportive space to open up and share while they navigate the emotions and challenges that may arise during all stages of motherhood.

In the times we live in now, life can sometimes feel overwhelming and challenging. You may feel all alone and as if there is no way out and this can affect the way you approach life and the decisions you make.

I can work with you to help understand yourself more, learn your worth, and learn ways to grow. I allow myself to understand and listen to you to help guide you through your struggles. I will tailor my approach for you to best help you and your needs. I am passionate about assisting my clients navigate their emotions, life stressors, and trauma. I will listen, provide empathy, and teach you the beneficial tools to assist you.

I provide counseling that is cognitively-based, direct, yet non-judgmental and down-to-earth. I believe humor is an important component of the therapeutic process and I use it often, while being sensitive to my clients' concerns. I believe my style helps people be more at ease when talking about issues they need help with. My ideal client is someone who believes in the possible; someone who wants to explore and learn their true potential. Now I offer online counseling for NJ residents. This provides another way for people to address their concerns in the privacy of their own space.

I work with clients who are feeling stuck, isolated, and/or experience anxiety, depression, co-occurring diagnoses, and/or trauma. Clients who are looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others. As well as seeking to support to improve their coping skills and self-care, especially while facing significant life changes.

Whats unique about The Visiting Counselor (TVC) is that I am mobile. I meet the clients in their homes where they are most comfortable and feel the most secure. I also deliver counseling and psychotherapy with compassion and understanding of the person as a whole. I am able to address a wide range of issues from the everyday stresses of life to more complex chronic issues of the mind or the body.

Hello. I am a clinical psychologist with 30 years experience in mental health. I am also an EMDR trained therapist. My theoretical orientation is psychodynamic but my treatment approach is eclectic, as no individual is the same. I bring compassion to my work and an actively interactive style. The goal of therapy is to promote insight into unhealthy patterns of behaviors, responsible for so much of your suffering, as well as to empower you. Therapy is not about giving advice; rather it, is about providing the insight and tools you need to help you help yourself.

Are you feeling stuck? Stressed? Depressed? Couple or relationship difficulties? Going through a painful divorce? Is it derailing your life? In practice for 25 years, I can help you feel better and resolve difficulties. In a warm and open atmosphere, I offer an approach tailored to each client’s needs for support, insight, and emotional regulation. Together we can address your unique concerns. I was trained in individual and marriage and family therapy in Manhattan at the Blanton-Peale Graduate Institute and have a graduate degree from Yale University.

As a graduate intern at Mind by Design Counseling, I provide online counseling under the direct supervision of Rebecca Sidoti, LCSW. My approach is rooted in understanding your individual needs & creating a space where you are heard and supported. Whether you're navigating life transitions, seeking coping strategies, or simply need a space to reflect, I'm here to help. I am experienced in work with children, teens and young adults who are seeking personal growth, relief from anxiety, stress, depression or burn-out. At MBD, I strive to offer affordable, impactful therapy, ensuring everyone has access to the support they deserve.

If you find yourself struggling to get from day to day, feeling lost, confused, unmotivated, or are unsure of how to manage a situation, then now is the right time to come in and talk about it. Having these feelings can be overwhelming and make you feel like you can't overcome them, but you can. Together we can take the steps necessary to get you in a better positon to tackle your struggles.

As an associate counselor in New Jersey, I specialize in grief counseling, coping with change, & stress management, blending psychodynamic insights with Advanced Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Understanding your journey is key to our therapy alliance. Equally vital is equipping you with lifelong skills, ensuring you're prepared for future challenges. My focus extends to aiding clients in navigating their grief and mourning, turning avoidance into therapeutic understanding & symptom management. Catering to adolescents and adults, I guide you to not just navigate but thrive in life's changes.

Sometimes life is hard and things don't always go as planned. I'm here to help you through the tough times. Whether you're just starting out, or have been struggling for a while, I'm here to offer support, knowledge and guidance so that you can feel more confident about who you are and what you want out of life. I've been supporting adults, adolescents, children, and families in both the school and community mental health setting for over a decade. As a therapist, school counselor, and EMT, I understand firsthand how challenging it can be to ask for help, especially when you are used to providing assistance to others.

My experience and specialized interests include working with individuals who are dealing with employment-related matters in high-demand/high-profile industries; experiencing concerns related to body image, sex, and sexuality; diagnosed or suspect mental illness; identified as LGBTQIA; justice-impacted; and in the higher education community.