Anthem Therapists in Highland Park, NJ

Are you or your loved one experiencing difficulty managing emotions, chaotic relationships, impulsivity, or ineffective/high risk behaviors? Have other treatments been unsuccessful? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced based treatment designed to help you gain control of your life and adopt healthy and balanced thinking/behaviors. Individuals will gain greater awareness of self, ability to manage emotions, improve relationships, and build a life worth living. Skills focus in areas including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, dialectics, and interpersonal effectiveness. Also included in your treatment is phone coaching to assist you outside of session.

I’m particularly passionate about working with young adults, adults, and couples facing roadblocks including trauma, relationships, stress, and life transitions. My client would be eager to explore deeper issues and unhealthy patterns with a desire to implement a mind-body-spirit approach. The north star of my work is the belief that to heal tension, stress, pain, and feelings - we first need to feel safe and sound in our nervous system. We’re familiar with the idea that trauma impacts our brains adversely, but in my understanding, it also has physical effects on the body.

When you are overwhelmed with emotions like doubt, anxiety or even emptiness, it may feel as though you are drowning in an ocean of despair. You’ve probably told the closest people in your life about what you’re experiencing, but you fear being a burden to someone else and you can’t seem to shut off the negative thoughts that continue to invade your brain. The worry and loss of control you feel may manifest into eating disorders, OCD, and various anxiety disorders in order to temporarily relieve pain. That's when a mental health professional can help!

No one really knows what it is like to be you. You might be struggling, depressed, or anxious. These can be from external or internal sources . Disappointments large or small may be tormenting you. Maybe you even spoke some of these out to someone who didn’t understand, leading to a negative outcome. If this sounds like you, I’m here to help. There are solutions and ways forward through life’s difficulties. It all starts with the choice to seek help.

Everything looks good to everyone else, but it's just a façade. Inside you're angry, afraid, depressed and unsure how to get out of it. The confidence you had is gone, and you can't find it. You're unsure what the future has in store, and you're doubting whether it's going to be the bright future you thought you'd have. If this is what you feel like, I get it. I'm here to help you get moving fast towards the new you.

The daily routine goes by. You appear to have confidence in front of others and are juggling life's responsibilities. The vision of what you want to accomplish is blurring. You find yourself more anxious and lonely even though you are surrounded by people. You want to feel more confident and fulfilled but don't know where to start. I understand. Together, we can make a plan and get you to be your best self.

It’s easy to feel like you're drowning in life. To feel as though you can’t catch a break despite the fact that you are trying your hardest to keep it together. Sometimes it might even seem as though your emotions are driving your behavior and you don’t even know what you're doing half of the time. Oftentimes, life can push us beyond what we feel we can take. Whether it feels like your life is becoming unmanageable or you feel like life just ripped the rug right out from underneath you, I want to be there in your corner supporting you.

"Yesterday’s the past, tomorrow’s the future, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the present.” Learning to center ourselves in the here and now and be truly present in the moment is where we begin to connect with who we are beyond the influences and complications of the world around us. From there, we begin the journey to find peace no matter what in our lives may trouble us.

You’re exhausted from feeling like this. Feeling like there is something… off. This could be persistent feelings of emptiness in your chest, feelings of jitters in your stomach, or thoughts that won’t let go in your mind. As you’re reading this, I want to congratulate you. You have already completed the first step towards taking control.

Imagine being able to feel comfortable in your own skin. To become confident in going after what you want and speaking up for yourself. Imagine not worrying about what other people are thinking about you and not having to fear about failure or fear being a failure. You are already good enough despite how you may feel about yourself.

"Aging is Inevitable but Growth is a Function of Choice." These are trying times and making time for yourself and your needs may be the first step towards growth, change, and a peace of mind. I have been treating individuals,couples, and families for over 20 years in a variety of settings including in-home based therapies, private community clinics, outpatient hospital based clinics, and private practice. The first step can be the most difficult. The fit between therapist and client is critical.

If you're feeling hurt, hopeless, or lost, finding a place to feel safe is paramount. Whether you're struggling with a past trauma as an adult or child, having a hard time adjusting to today's new political and racially charged climate, facing difficulty in your relationships, or are challenged with anxiety and depression, I'm here to help you feel grounded, confident, and empowered to become your best self.

You may find yourself ruminating on the past, fixating on the future, succumbing to anxiety and depression, struggling to fortify healthy relationships. You may find yourself internalizing complex traumatic experiences or still coming to terms with who you are and how you see yourself in this world. Regardless of the issue at hand, I’m here to help.

Learning how to take care of your mind, body and soul is vital in your journey. Where do you even begin? You’re stuck dealing with emotions that can be challenging when you don’t know how to start. We live in a fast paced world where people are constantly bombarding us with their problems when we have responsibilities of our own. What's worse is many times we don't know how to go about our responsibilities because of the overwhelming emotions we tend to battle with. When our minds are constantly running, it can feel impossible to be engaged in the present moment. I want to help you become more present and aware of your feelings.

I welcome all clients who are looking to improve their overall mood and quality of life. I will provide you with support and unconditional positive regard as we work together to explore and challenge the thinking patterns and behaviors that feel familiar yet aren't working in your relationship with yourself and others.

I began practicing in Maryland in 1978. I resumed practicing in New York in 2004 and added an office in New Jersey in 2013. My practice covers a broad age range from 2-90. I am most comfortable treating adults with a variety of mental health issues. I also see couples and do family therapy. In addition, I have done play therapy with children. I am also comfortable conducting psychological evaluations of children ranging in age from a year to 21 years. I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.

“Day One or One Day?" We are here to help... As an integrated group practice, we offer interactive, strength-based, and culturally competent services designed to provide support and practical feedback. We help our clients effectively address personal as well as professional, life challenges. We utilize a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. We work with each individual to help them build upon their strengths to accomplish the personal and/or professional growth they have identified and set for themselves.