Therapists in Hamilton, NJ

I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.

I specialize in Trauma & PTSD, Domestic Violence, and Anxiety. My ideal client is ready to be open and accepting of the therapeutic process, committed to participating and collaborating. My ideal client is looking to either begin or continue their healing journey from the past to gain a more insightful and healthy perspective on life in the now and future.

I have 23 years of training and experience working with adults who struggle with low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and anger. I'm also very experienced with clients working on transitions such as going to college, new job, marriage, starting a family, a divorce, or coping with a past or recent trauma. I've worked for many years in drug treatment too. I think clients are looking for a way to gain insight and awareness of how challenges effect their thinking, and want to learn new skills to improve how they feel and function in the world.

As a mental health professional, i am always guiding clients to make improvements, and it isn’t always easy. I have many clients with different mental health issues. The most ideal situation with my client was when he required assistance with depressed mood and adjustment to new relationship. Assisting my client with adjustment, positive reinforcement, problem-solving skills, communication skills and relaxation techniques was rewarding. I Use that momentum and some carefully chosen resolutions and goals to help my client go into with more hope and lasting, positive changes.

It is my personal belief that everyone deserves to discover their meaning of a life worth living. As a professional counselor and life coach, I help clients on their journey to discovering what it truly means to live a life worth living. My clients and I share a very special and unique bond throughout the therapeutic relationship which allows us to to collaboratively work together to build strength, find meaning and achieve healing. I have a passion for Dialectical Behavior Therapy and incorporate it into just about every session I have. I am trained in EMDR and Brainspotting and utilize this modality for the treatment of trauma.

Taking care of your mental health is extremely important and taking that first step in finding a therapist can be challenging. I want to make the process feel comfortable and effortless. I can help you get your life back on track or build the life you've always wanted. In this partnership, you will let me know your goals and I will give you the tools to help achieve them. I like to use validation, normalization, humor, and problem solving strategies in my sessions to help us connect and start your healing journey.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. My approach to therapy is solution focused and client centered with a bit of fun and humor. I believe that a simple and casual approach makes therapy more palatable, allowing for openness and individualism. I work with my clients to find the ways that work for them to reach the goals that they would like to reach. I follow your lead towards achieving your goals