Female Therapists in Glen Rock, NJ
Ready to transform your relationship with food, body, and mind? I bring powerful, proven therapy methods to the table - from DBT/CBT to IFS. As director of Eating Disorder Services at Turn the Mind, LLC, I guide both individuals and groups toward lasting change, while mentoring other clinicians to expand our impact. Licensed in NY, NJ, and MD, I specialize in untangling the complex web of eating disorders, body image, mental health, and substance use challenges.
Ready to transform your relationship with food, body, and mind? I bring powerful, proven therapy methods to the table - from DBT/CBT to IFS. As director of Eating Disorder Services at Turn the Mind, LLC, I guide both individuals and groups toward lasting change, while mentoring other clinicians to expand our impact. Licensed in NY, NJ, and MD, I specialize in untangling the complex web of eating disorders, body image, mental health, and substance use challenges.
As a therapist fluent in English and Spanish, I bring extensive training in DBT, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing (SE) to help clients heal and thrive. Drawing from neuroscience and cutting-edge trauma treatment modalities, I create a safe, culturally responsive environment where transformation becomes possible.
My practice integrates three powerful therapeutic approaches: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Somatic Experiencing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This combination allows me to address trauma holistically – working with both mind and body to support lasting healing.
As a therapist fluent in English and Spanish, I bring extensive training in DBT, EMDR and Somatic Experiencing (SE) to help clients heal and thrive. Drawing from neuroscience and cutting-edge trauma treatment modalities, I create a safe, culturally responsive environment where transformation becomes possible.
My practice integrates three powerful therapeutic approaches: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), Somatic Experiencing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This combination allows me to address trauma holistically – working with both mind and body to support lasting healing.
You’ve done everything you’re “supposed” to do, yet something still feels off. On the outside, you’re functioning—but internally, you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that don’t seem to break.
You may find yourself overthinking, feeling emotionally drained, or questioning your worth, your relationships, or your sense of self.
This isn’t a failure. It’s a signal—your mind and body asking for a different way forward.
You’ve done everything you’re “supposed” to do, yet something still feels off. On the outside, you’re functioning—but internally, you may feel anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that don’t seem to break.
You may find yourself overthinking, feeling emotionally drained, or questioning your worth, your relationships, or your sense of self.
This isn’t a failure. It’s a signal—your mind and body asking for a different way forward.
I’ll meet you where you are—with compassion, curiosity, and without judgment. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, relationships, divorce, complex trauma, chronic health conditions, pregnancy/postpartum, parenting stress, midlife, perimenopause, menopause, aging, and healing from emotional abuse. Together, we’ll connect past experiences to present patterns, build healthier boundaries, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions. My approach is warm, holistic, integrative, and solution-focused, considering the mind-body connection and the whole person as we work toward meaningful change
I’ll meet you where you are—with compassion, curiosity, and without judgment. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, relationships, divorce, complex trauma, chronic health conditions, pregnancy/postpartum, parenting stress, midlife, perimenopause, menopause, aging, and healing from emotional abuse. Together, we’ll connect past experiences to present patterns, build healthier boundaries, strengthen relationships, and find practical solutions. My approach is warm, holistic, integrative, and solution-focused, considering the mind-body connection and the whole person as we work toward meaningful change
Dr. Blerta Bena
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD LPC, LCADC, NCC, C-DBT, CCTP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a dedicated professional to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. I work with clients of diverse ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds. I have a strong track record of success in supporting individuals dealing with severe trauma, abuse, substance use challenges, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders. My integrative approach allows me to tailor each session to your needs while exploring how your past shapes your present. We will create meaningful change and foster the growth needed for a more fulfilling life. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and create lasting transformation.
I am a dedicated professional to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. I work with clients of diverse ages, genders, and cultural backgrounds. I have a strong track record of success in supporting individuals dealing with severe trauma, abuse, substance use challenges, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders. My integrative approach allows me to tailor each session to your needs while exploring how your past shapes your present. We will create meaningful change and foster the growth needed for a more fulfilling life. Let’s work together to unlock your potential and create lasting transformation.
We all have our challenges and our life issues, whether it’s anxiety, depression, stress, a profound loss, family conflict, or parenting difficulties. Seeking support can be the greatest gift we give ourselves when our challenges overwhelm us or even feel as if they define our daily lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, individuals, families, and couples for over 20 years in both day treatment and outpatient settings. Areas with a particular focus and expertise have been in anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, family conflict and parenting issues.
We all have our challenges and our life issues, whether it’s anxiety, depression, stress, a profound loss, family conflict, or parenting difficulties. Seeking support can be the greatest gift we give ourselves when our challenges overwhelm us or even feel as if they define our daily lives. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have had the privilege of working with children, adolescents, individuals, families, and couples for over 20 years in both day treatment and outpatient settings. Areas with a particular focus and expertise have been in anxiety, depression, life transitions, loss, family conflict and parenting issues.
With a realistic approach that melds research with reality, Dr. Restivo demonstrates an incredible ability for building rapport and utilizing the therapeutic relationship to springboard success towards personal goals.
Children: Focus on efficiently and effectively supporting youngsters as they develop adaptive behaviors that will be of benefit to all.
Adolescents/Adults: Establish trust, assess needs, develop goals, and problem solve along the road to personal improvement and make therapy a rewarding experience for clients by adapting evidence-based approaches to a client’s everyday life is refreshingly validating.
With a realistic approach that melds research with reality, Dr. Restivo demonstrates an incredible ability for building rapport and utilizing the therapeutic relationship to springboard success towards personal goals.
Children: Focus on efficiently and effectively supporting youngsters as they develop adaptive behaviors that will be of benefit to all.
Adolescents/Adults: Establish trust, assess needs, develop goals, and problem solve along the road to personal improvement and make therapy a rewarding experience for clients by adapting evidence-based approaches to a client’s everyday life is refreshingly validating.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming — whether you’re a parent worried about your teen or an adult feeling stuck, anxious, or exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. Together, we create a space that feels safe, collaborative, and grounded in real-life strategies that actually work.
Reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming — whether you’re a parent worried about your teen or an adult feeling stuck, anxious, or exhausted from trying to manage everything on your own. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I work with teens and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of how to move forward. Together, we create a space that feels safe, collaborative, and grounded in real-life strategies that actually work.
Despite life's challenges, it IS possible to overcome them and find a fufillment. I have been helping people navigate challenges for over 25 years by providing sound, supportive, clinical counsel. The privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults facing a broad scope of issues has provided me with deep insights necessary to serve others. Our work together will not just get you through your current challenge, but it will also improve your relationships overall. I counsel children, adolescents, and adults.
Despite life's challenges, it IS possible to overcome them and find a fufillment. I have been helping people navigate challenges for over 25 years by providing sound, supportive, clinical counsel. The privilege of working with children, adolescents, and adults facing a broad scope of issues has provided me with deep insights necessary to serve others. Our work together will not just get you through your current challenge, but it will also improve your relationships overall. I counsel children, adolescents, and adults.
I work with people who are ready for something that actually works. My practice is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy — and I bring a level of rigor to it that's genuinely rare. I'm one of the few DBT-LBC Certified psychologists in the region, and I lead an adherent DBT team, meaning clients receive the full program the way the research supports. For trauma, I'm certified in EMDR and bring an IFS-informed lens to that work as well. I've spent years treating some of the most complex presentations in clinical practice.
I work with people who are ready for something that actually works. My practice is grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy — and I bring a level of rigor to it that's genuinely rare. I'm one of the few DBT-LBC Certified psychologists in the region, and I lead an adherent DBT team, meaning clients receive the full program the way the research supports. For trauma, I'm certified in EMDR and bring an IFS-informed lens to that work as well. I've spent years treating some of the most complex presentations in clinical practice.
I work with children, families, and individuals to promote lifelong change. At times, children can struggle to be fully present in what it truly means to be a kid. Children can struggle with social issues, developmental disorders, mental health diagnoses, trauma, and family dynamic concerns. When a child is struggling with any of these issues, early intervention is essential and available. I also have experience working with adults. I have helped many adults learn to cope with a variety of mental health struggles including but not limited to anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma.
I work with children, families, and individuals to promote lifelong change. At times, children can struggle to be fully present in what it truly means to be a kid. Children can struggle with social issues, developmental disorders, mental health diagnoses, trauma, and family dynamic concerns. When a child is struggling with any of these issues, early intervention is essential and available. I also have experience working with adults. I have helped many adults learn to cope with a variety of mental health struggles including but not limited to anxiety, OCD, depression, and trauma.
Many people come to therapy feeling unseen, stuck, or overwhelmed, and my goal is to offer a space where you can show up fully. I view therapy as both relational and practical: a place to explore patterns, emotions, and relationships, while also developing tools that can create real, lasting change in your day-to-day life. Navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions, my goal is to meet you where you are balancing empathy with gentle challenge, insight with action. Therapy can be a genuine partnership that helps you move toward a valued based life.
Many people come to therapy feeling unseen, stuck, or overwhelmed, and my goal is to offer a space where you can show up fully. I view therapy as both relational and practical: a place to explore patterns, emotions, and relationships, while also developing tools that can create real, lasting change in your day-to-day life. Navigating anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions, my goal is to meet you where you are balancing empathy with gentle challenge, insight with action. Therapy can be a genuine partnership that helps you move toward a valued based life.
Welcome! Taking the first step is always the hardest so it is great that you are here! My therapeutic approach is solution-focused and rooted in the principles of positive psychology, helping clients build on their strengths while developing practical tools to navigate life's challenges. Whether working through anxiety, life transitions, new parenthood, tough relationships, or personal growth, I collaborate with clients to identify goals and create personalized strategies that foster resilience and lasting well-being. As a food allergy parent, I also specialize in supporting parents of children with food allergies.
Welcome! Taking the first step is always the hardest so it is great that you are here! My therapeutic approach is solution-focused and rooted in the principles of positive psychology, helping clients build on their strengths while developing practical tools to navigate life's challenges. Whether working through anxiety, life transitions, new parenthood, tough relationships, or personal growth, I collaborate with clients to identify goals and create personalized strategies that foster resilience and lasting well-being. As a food allergy parent, I also specialize in supporting parents of children with food allergies.
Reaching out to a new therapist isn’t always easy, but I hope to make the process feel welcoming and nonjudgmental. I work with adolescents and adults facing a range of challenges, including more serious mental health concerns. My style is warm and client-centered, with a strong emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and supporting your autonomy.
Reaching out to a new therapist isn’t always easy, but I hope to make the process feel welcoming and nonjudgmental. I work with adolescents and adults facing a range of challenges, including more serious mental health concerns. My style is warm and client-centered, with a strong emphasis on building a trusting therapeutic relationship and supporting your autonomy.
I view therapy as a collaborative journey. I'm here to walk alongside you as you work toward your evolution of healing, growth and self-improvement, and the goals that matter most to you. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialized background in mental performance psychology. I earned my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas at Dallas, along with a Master of Science in Kinesiology (Sport Psychology and Motor Exercise) and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Texas Tech University. I am passionate about my clients becoming the best version of themselves.
I view therapy as a collaborative journey. I'm here to walk alongside you as you work toward your evolution of healing, growth and self-improvement, and the goals that matter most to you. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a specialized background in mental performance psychology. I earned my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas at Dallas, along with a Master of Science in Kinesiology (Sport Psychology and Motor Exercise) and a Bachelor's in Psychology from Texas Tech University. I am passionate about my clients becoming the best version of themselves.
Trauma doesn't have to define your story. With extensive experience across forensic, inpatient, and outpatient settings, I bring deep understanding to even the most complex psychological challenges. As a certified EMDR practitioner with advanced training in somatic experiencing and trauma neurobiology, I offer powerful, proven approaches to healing. Whether through DBT, CBT, or other evidence-based methods, we'll work together to help you reclaim your sense of safety and strength. Ready to discover what healing is possible?
Trauma doesn't have to define your story. With extensive experience across forensic, inpatient, and outpatient settings, I bring deep understanding to even the most complex psychological challenges. As a certified EMDR practitioner with advanced training in somatic experiencing and trauma neurobiology, I offer powerful, proven approaches to healing. Whether through DBT, CBT, or other evidence-based methods, we'll work together to help you reclaim your sense of safety and strength. Ready to discover what healing is possible?
As a licensed professional counselor, it is my privilege to assist people who are struggling with transitions in their lives, are having relationship difficulties, or are coping with a mental illness. Using a warm, genuine, and empathetic approach, I provide a safe, supportive and collaborative environment for you to explore your concerns, gain new insights and learn new coping skills. I help individuals and couples gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief and feel empowered to make profound change.
As a licensed professional counselor, it is my privilege to assist people who are struggling with transitions in their lives, are having relationship difficulties, or are coping with a mental illness. Using a warm, genuine, and empathetic approach, I provide a safe, supportive and collaborative environment for you to explore your concerns, gain new insights and learn new coping skills. I help individuals and couples gain a deeper understanding of themselves, experience emotional relief and feel empowered to make profound change.
Using the proven tools of DBT, I help clients transform overwhelming emotions into calm confidence and help build relationships and lives that work. I work with clients with depression and anxiety using CBT as well. As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I provide a space where you can explore gender, sexuality, and identity with acceptance.
Using the proven tools of DBT, I help clients transform overwhelming emotions into calm confidence and help build relationships and lives that work. I work with clients with depression and anxiety using CBT as well. As an LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, I provide a space where you can explore gender, sexuality, and identity with acceptance.
Mary Ng-Tedj, LCSW, Psychotherapy&Trauma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BCD, CPLC, LCSW, ACS, CCTS-IF
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Board Certified Diplomate/ Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist , specializing in Acute Traumatic Grief; an abrupt, unexpected, sudden disruptive event, loss/death of a loved one, resulting in traumatic symptoms. Desire to recognize/develop your attributes to it's maximal potential for a more fulfilling purpose despite any obstacles faced? Relationships, negative thoughts, lack of direction/habits can interfere with attaining goals. It often takes someone outside of yourself to identify&conquer such impediment. Approved Clinical Supervisor accredited by the Center for Credentialing & Education, providing Individual, Couples, Family therapy to children, teens, adults & SW Supervision to Young Professionals building on theirLSW/LAC ClinicalHour.
Board Certified Diplomate/ Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist , specializing in Acute Traumatic Grief; an abrupt, unexpected, sudden disruptive event, loss/death of a loved one, resulting in traumatic symptoms. Desire to recognize/develop your attributes to it's maximal potential for a more fulfilling purpose despite any obstacles faced? Relationships, negative thoughts, lack of direction/habits can interfere with attaining goals. It often takes someone outside of yourself to identify&conquer such impediment. Approved Clinical Supervisor accredited by the Center for Credentialing & Education, providing Individual, Couples, Family therapy to children, teens, adults & SW Supervision to Young Professionals building on theirLSW/LAC ClinicalHour.
I am an experienced and devoted therapist who believes that self-understanding is the catalyst for change. When you choose to explore life challenges in the context of a safe and therapeutic relationship then healing and new ways of being in the world become possible for you. I help clients to deeply examine both past and present life experiences in order to heighten their awareness and increase self-acceptance. I will help you to recognize that through this process, you will gain more control over the choices you make and discover how to attain your goals.
I am an experienced and devoted therapist who believes that self-understanding is the catalyst for change. When you choose to explore life challenges in the context of a safe and therapeutic relationship then healing and new ways of being in the world become possible for you. I help clients to deeply examine both past and present life experiences in order to heighten their awareness and increase self-acceptance. I will help you to recognize that through this process, you will gain more control over the choices you make and discover how to attain your goals.
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FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether your therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist.The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.