Grief Therapists in East Brunswick, NJ

Deciding to come for counseling can be a difficult decision. A supportive and nurturing environment is waiting when you come into the office. Together, we will create an atmosphere of trust and comfort that will allow you to explore your needs while I support you in finding solutions. My 25 years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with issues of anxiety, depression and grief , to name a few, will help me to tailor treatment to what works best for each individual or family. My knowledge also expands to working with children, adolescents and families going through chronic and terminal medical illness.

Counseling is a very difficult thing to do, so I commend you for taking this first step to research therapists in your area. I believe that the most important factor for counseling to be successful is the connection that you feel with your therapist. Trust is important for change to occur. Typically when you are struggling in any area of your life, it is because trust was violated at some level, whether you are aware of it or not.

My name is Melissa Higgins, LCSW and I am the owner of the Center for Therapy & Counseling Services, LLC. I enjoy treating trauma, grief / loss , complex conditions, issues with gender identity and/or sexual orientation. I am committed to the power of relationship to heal. My goal is to help help people develop relationships with themselves and others which may bring more meaning into their lives. I believe it is important to listen to the stories my clients have to tell and collaboratively help them develop more adaptive stories.

Licensed in NY and NJ. Accepting new clients! If you grew up with emotionally unhealthy parents, experienced trauma, or abuse, you might know you need therapy but feel afraid of taking that first step. Starting therapy can feel scary and uncertain. You might not be sure if you will be able to open up and receive the help you need. Through the work we do together, we can find a way through the stuck spaces inside so that you can allow yourself to feel intimacy in healthy relationships, know your power to make choices in your life, fully experience your positive emotions, and trust your ability to know that you are finally safe.

Are you dreading another sleepless night, reliving past hurts, or overwhelmed with a life decision? Or maybe you are struggling with worry, uncertainty, and loss . Whether you are experiencing anxiety and depression, a major life transition, the effects of trauma, or grieving the loss of a loved one; you made it to this page because you recognized it’s time to take the next step and start feeling better. I provide a caring and safe space for children, preteens/tweens, adolescents/teenagers, and adults to discover the strength to overcome life’s challenges and learn new ways to regain control of your life.

I seek to partner with those who have a genuine curiosity about themselves, their history and their future, and have a true interest in self empowerment, healing and growth.

OFFERING TELEHEALTH SESSION. Have you ever thought of change as loss ? Even positive change can trigger loss , like starting a new job, graduation or moving into a new home. When we move forward, we leave something behind. Adjust. Readjust. Grief is normal and is an entire emotional process of coping with a loss . Are you struggling with a stressful life transition, depression, anxiety, illness, divorce, work/life imbalance, loss of a pet, an empty nest, unsatisfying relationships? I would like to help you manage your struggles, learn self care and find your inner strength. The grief process doesn’t look or feel the same for anyone.

Have you arrived at a transition in your life that leaves you feeling unsettled, disappointed or depressed? Are you feeling overwhelmed, resentful or stressed because of demands placed on you due to a loved one's changing needs? Are you searching to find meaning or purpose in your life after retirement? Transitions often are accompanied by loss even joyful transitions can be challenging. Let me help you live your best life by accepting you where you are, letting you set the pace of your counseling journey and supporting you as you explore unresolved issues, express difficult emotions and find your strengths.

If you are struggling after a loved one's death or you are part of the "sandwich generation" caring for multiple generations often simultaneously, I can help. I have 20 years of experience working with adults who are stressed because of depression, anxiety and grief . If you are grieving what "might have been" if you or your spouse didn't have an illness, know that you do not have to bear this burden alone. I have extensive experience working collaboratively with adults, older adults and their families as they navigate the complexities of life related to loss , illness, aging, or care giving.

I specialize in individual counseling, couples therapy, child and adolescent psychotherapy (behavior and self -esteem issues), family therapy and grief therapy. I partner with my clients to identify thinking, behavior and situations that obstruct potential and work with them to make changes toward emotional and physical well-being. I coach my clients to recognize and tap into their abilities to become active agents of change toward clarity, inner peace and full potential. I encourage my clients to embrace every challenge and celebrate every step of progress towards their goals.

Life is a series of choices and decisions that often lead us to uncharted destinations and exciting opportunities. Sometimes this can feel overwhelming and obstacles may occur to block our path or keep us stuck and unable to seize the opportunities within our reach.

I am Dan Silitsky, Ph.D. and a New Jersey Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that all individuals have the innate ability to be empowered in making informed decisions about their present situation. It will be my privilege to offer my expertise and sensitive style to those individuals, couples and family members who wish to pursue their life's dreams without undue stress.

Welcome to my webpage! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years experience helping people deal with a variety of difficult life situations and problems. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or stress; have experienced a major loss , like death or divorce; or are adjusting to the pressure of being the primary caregiver to elderly parents or children, I will work with you to overcome all of these challenges.

Feeling understood is an important aspect of personal development and life satisfaction at any age. As a Columbia University trained therapist, I provide a warm and nurturing environment where children, adolescents, and adults feel supported and are better able to understand and manage their emotions and behavior. I offer a safe place for individuals to process and cope with transition and challenges such as relationship concerns, divorce, grief , and traumatic experiences. My passion is helping women, young adults and children meet their individualized therapeutic goals and live their lives to the fullest potential.

There are times in our lives when we can use someone to talk to - someone to help us deal with challenges, help us change and grow, and help us feel better. In our sessions, I will utilize an evidenced-based approach to produce significant change and meaningful improvement. We will focus on short-term goals and solutions to challenges. Over twenty years of experience in outpatient and crisis mental health settings has honed my ability to help adults - aged 18 and up - cope with life's difficulties, such as: adjustment issues, relationship problems, loss , depression, anxiety, grief , and more.

Depressed, anxious, stuck,??? Let me teach you the skills to empower yourself and move forward in your life with ease and comfortability. Whether you need help moving on from a relationship, a loss , depression and/or anxiety; life sometimes makes it difficult to do on one's own. I will equip you with the skills to deal with anything in your life as it comes towards you. My experience encompasses addictions, maladaptive disorders, loss , grief , relationship issues, anxiety disorders, depression, identity/sexual issues, etc. I specialize in work with individuals that are experiencing "the nervous break-down".....

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! (Currently utilizing tele-therapy via secure video/telephone conferencing in order to meet client needs during this time of uncertainty). My ideal client is open to growth and change. He or she is seeking self-discovery within a safe and trusting environment; the goal is a peaceful and enriched life. The client is an active participant in the therapeutic process of guided exploration of past and current issues. Together we integrate and resolve traumatic experiences, as well as work through current conflicts and concerns. The ultimate objective is to live a meaningful and fulfilled life.