Family Therapists in Fairfield, NJ

**ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** We strive when we grow. We need to know that we can still grow and also feel that growth. Growth is the core of my approach as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have witnessed the growth in my clients over the past ten years. My passion and motivation will allow you to work through your challenges, guide you through life transitions and empower a clearer perspective and understanding of YOU!

We provide a safe & nurturing environment to address any mental health/behavioral health needs to meet your goals. Our mission is to empower our clients to feel confident within their lives, while building healthier habits to thrive in their future. We have a staff of highly qualified clinicians that works with individuals/families including, but not limited to, child play therapy, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, sexual behaviors, mood disorders, anger management, criminal justice involvement, domestic abuse, and caregiver stressors.

I've always been a "people person" but started work in the field of technology. When laid off after 20 years, I saw it as a blessing in disguise, went back to school, and received my Masters of Social Work. I bring a sense of enthusiasm and energy which combined with some of the wisdom I've gained in life help me provide a high quality service to a diverse range of clients. Sessions are specific to each client's needs and can include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Mindfulness, relaxation techniques and other approaches.

Our practice offers Comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Treatment of Eating Disorders - for children, adolescents, and adults. We understand the challenges that children and parents face today. Our aim is to offer support and guidance to individuals and families seeking expert intervention. We are committed to help you return to the path of full health as efficiently as possible. Barbara Reese is an Intensively Trained DBT Practitioner, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor, and is certified in both CBT-E and in Family - Based Treatment (FBT), for pediatric, adolescent, and adult eating disorders.

My clinical experience includes a wide range of issues that effect children, adolescents and adults. My training includes cognitive behavioral therapy, family therapy, and individual therapy. I treat individuals who are experiencing issues including Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, school related concerns that impact your child's self-esteem. In counseling, we must break away from negative thinking, harmful self- talk and unhealthy relationships. My hope as we work together you are able to achieve your goals and to make positive changes in your life.

No matter what you’re struggling with, there can be peace in your current situation and hope for your future. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand yourself. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, school-or work-related difficulties, low self-esteem, or family conflict, I am here to meet you where you are and walk with you on your path to personal flourishing.

Therapy can be scary when you're unsure what to expect. It may help you to know that my goal is to give you a positive experience where you can work on yourself in a non judgmental and validating environment. In these unprecedented times you may be struggling with anxiety, depression and school and work related stress. You may also be struggling with adjusting to the quickly changing times and balancing daily responsibilities. Whatever calls you to therapy will be addressed with care and compassion while also providing you with the tools to challenge yourself to create positive changes.

I am accepting new clients and I am in-network with Aetna and Cigna! Are you seeking support to improve your overall well being, relationships with others, and most importantly, the relationship with yourself? You and I can utilize the therapeutic space to identify and verbalize your subconscious thoughts/feelings, with the purpose of living a more comfortable life and improving your ability to be present and grounded in your daily life. Using an empathetic, genuine, person-centered and strength-based approach with unconditional positive regard, I provide a safe, comfortable and autonomous experience for all people.

You can be happy and healthy! Like many of us, you may need some help to get yourself there. I provide a safe, empathic,and nonjudgmental environment in which I help you discover and develop your strengths to overcome the problems that are holding you back from peace and contentment. I offer over 20+ years of psychotherapy experience in helping individuals, couples, and families to increase their self-esteem, develop more satisfying relationships,and increase their sense of control and fulfillment.

I treat depression, anxiety, relationships, disappointments and losses, parenting, couples, individuals and families. Conflict and distress can stem from many sources-life upheavals, separation, divorce, trauma, death, unexpected disappointments, mourning what we have lost or never had. Therapy is a process of Self discovery-understanding what makes you-you and Your unique personal issues. My role is to help you unlock whatever has or is preventing you from reaching your personal goals and the quality of life you desire. Together we will explore pathways to change or acceptance to free you to move forward..

Taking a fresh look at the issues you are struggling with by enlisting a mental health provider can make an overwhelming, unclear situation much more manageable. I work together with you to begin to tackle one issue at a time, and to set clear objectives so that we can achieve your goals as quickly as possible. In my practice, I have helped people with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenthood struggles, trauma, work stress and postpartum transitions, among others.