Psychodynamic Therapists in Forked River, NJ

Haven Behavioral Health is a private practice with over 30+ years experience and services children, adolescents, and adults. Telehealth services are available by phone or video.

I enjoy working with individuals who want to make change happen but require guidance and motivation to move forward with confidence. I enjoy working with individuals who set their goals and participate in utilizing all learned coping skills provided to meet your individual needs. I believe that validating, supporting, and acknowledging your personal goals is the most important part of my place in your life. I believe individuals who present with full readiness and motivation to embrace what's next have the potential to accomplish their dreams.

In today's world you may be searching for a way to find inner peace as you navigate the daily challenges of life. You may have found yourself following paths on your journey that have led to emotional pain or ineffective ways of managing stressful situations. The ability to create inner peace is within our grasp through mindfulness, caring for your physical self and identifying ineffective ways of thinking. Taking your first step on your path to inner peace will require commitment, patience and willfulness to explore. Let me be your guide and provide a safe path for you on your journey.

A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU! We all have the power to choose our own destiny when we choose to view ourselves in a positive relationship with the world around us. You have probably been searching for change in your life for some time now, reaching a point where you feel overwhelmed in managing your physical or emotional health, interpersonal relationships, work, school or financial stressors. Change takes hard work, patience, and a conscious commitment. Don't give up! You will see, there is hope and together we will discover a path to A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU!

One of the most important factors of successful counseling is to have a good connection with your therapist. Every person entering therapy deserves to have an individualized approach that will meet their specific goals. At Mindful Solutions NJ, we offer a free initial phone consultation so you have the chance to learn about the therapist you would work with prior to committing to fees or a long-term therapeutic relationship. During your consultation, we'll discuss your reasons for seeking counseling. You'll also have the chance to learn about your potential counselor's education, training and counseling approach.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health and addictions/recovery field. I have been in private practice for the last 20 years. I am clinically well rounded, nonjudgmental, and fairly soul-seasoned as a human being, myself. I find the majority of my clients to be very psychologically and spiritually heroic/ inspiring. Many of them teach me important things about my own inner life journey. I am also a multiple trauma survivor and have been clean and sober for the last 37 years. I also specialize with codependents/ACOAs.

Making change is a big part of counseling. In order to make change there needs to be motivation and with that motivation comes strength. Whether a client is experiencing anxiety, depression, abuse, crisis, conflict, behavioral issues, substance use, etc., it is important to find the inner strength each person has and use that to their advantage. Let me help you find your inner strength! I am trained in EMDR and becoming certified in Sand Tray Therapy. I am also working towards my License as a Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

I have been working with both adults and children for 18 years. I believe in working in partnership with my clients to ensure that they meet their life goals. I believe this work is best done in a caring and supportive environment. I use my specialized techniques and skills to help my clients achieve their goals. I can help ease your transition from one life phase to another. I am also a certified school psychologist and child advocate and understand the laws as they pertain to special education.