Grief Therapists in Hillsborough, NJ

I specialize in providing counseling services to clients who are 12 years of age and older, experiencing grief and loss, divorce, bullying, life changes, and low self-esteem. I have extensive experience working with teens and young adults navigating life's many obstacles. My objective is to create a safe and empathetic environment where clients can freely express themselves, without the fear of being judged or shamed. I'm here to support you through your struggles and help you find the strength and resilience to overcome them.

I am an experienced licensed professional counselor who places an emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and the individual strengths of each client. I bring an openness, positivity, and a sense of humor to each session. I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy in which the individual goals of each client are the focus.

Individuals, families and couples often reach out to me during moments in their lives in which there is a strong need to feel seen, heard and understood. For individuals across the lifespan and coping with varied life experiences, I offer an authentic and engaged approach to therapy that creates a trusting environment for exploration of issues related to coping with major life transitions and changes (divorce, job changes, loss of a relationship), grief and loss, emotion regulation, coping with traumatic loss and complex trauma, aging, parenting and caregiving, relationship struggles, depression and anxiety.

Do you feel like your life is changing, but you don't know how to cope? Do you wonder where to go from here? Sometimes the way we think and the things we do that have worked in the past, don't work anymore. It takes a deeper exploration to find new ways of being one's true self in the world. We are a group psychotherapy practice specializing in working with grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, life transitions and the anxiety and depression that often accompany these issues.

My ideal client is someone who is able to utilize skills and insight gained in therapy to improve coping and reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, etc. The client would be dealing with difficulty managing emotions, coping with stressful or difficult life events such as career challenges, trauma, relationship difficulties, communication challenges, loss, and illness. They would be looking for guidance and be open to learning about symptoms. Their ultimate goal would be to learn to manage emotions and to be able to adapt to new or changing circumstances in life.

Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.

Using a collaborative, systemic approach, I bring compassion, experience and insight to each session. I strive to create a safe place for clients to address issues using research based strategies. I treat clients with dignity and respect. I emphasize a positive nuts and bolts appproach in helping people set goals and achieve them as rapidly as possible. My approach is successful in treating relationship issues of married and unmarried couples, life transitions,including the transition to parenthood, parenting conflicts,family issues, alternative lifestyles,multicultural relationship issues, postpartum depression, divorce, depression, anxiety, bereavement post traumatic stress, and acute stress disorder.

My approach is down to earth and pragmatic as every person's experiences are unique. Because of this, my eclectic approach focuses on your individual needs. I am a firm believer in empowerment. As such, I often encourage self-determination. Many of my clients have benefited from this approach. My focus is on the whole patient.

Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.

You may be feeling stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, sad, unmotivated. Your relationship with your partner or your child feels like it's falling apart. Fear, addiction, disordered eating, insomnia, illness, or clutter is standing in the way of you leading the life you desire. You, or perhaps your child, is struggling with gender identity issues. Maybe you are a highly sensitive person and need a therapist with whom you can connect. We can work on helpful strategies to get you living a happier, healthier, and more satisfying life.

Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.

Therapy as a collaborative process in which we work together to understand the problems that have brought you in, and work towards mutually established goals. Psychotherapy involves verbalizing your thoughts and feelings, exploring relational and behavioral patterns, and learning how past experiences may impact you now. Through this process we strive to gain greater awareness of how both conscious and unconscious processes play out in your emotional and relational life. Ultimately, therapy can help individuals come to better understand themselves and enjoy greater choice in their lives.

My goal as a therapist is to help individuals find effective ways in which to lead healthy, happy and successful lives. My clinical perspective is collaborative and open, using an individualized approach to treatment in order to focus on the personal strengths and styles of each client. I am experienced in working with older adolescents and adults in a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, developmental, grief, health, work and school adjustment, relationship issues, family conflict, and parenting.

Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.

Janine Elliott takes a collaborative approach to building relationships with clients that empower them to thrive in their relationships, school/workplace, and community. She uses evidence-based treatments including CBT, DBT, ERP and HRT to help reframe unhelpful behaviors and thoughts, increase emotional regulation, and improve resiliency. Janine received her MSW from Rutgers with a focus in family systems and attachment theory. She has also trained extensively with pioneers in the field at the Beck Institute, UPenn Department of Psychiatry, Center for Treatment and Study of Anxiety, and Minuchin Center for the Family.

Sometimes life circumstances change, challenges or difficulties arise in one’s personal or professional lives, creating a sense of overwhelm, confusion, or uncertainty. Reaching out for help to resolve these difficulties is both courageous and proactive. I work with young adults and adults experiencing stress, worry, anxiety and depression related to various life transitions and relationship concerns. I help clients better understand their patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving which provides the foundation and the momentum for making purposeful and lasting changes.

I have enjoyed working in the mental health field for nearly 20 years and work with a diverse group of clients, including children, adults, couples, and families. I am a licensed clinical social worker and hold graduate degrees in both Social Work and Psychology. I have experience in helping clients cope with various issues, including mood disorders, panic disorder, stress and anxiety, personality disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, anger management, and general relationship issues. I have experience in the field of adoption, helping couples work through grief and loss issues related to infertility and educating families about adoption and parenting issues.

As we face life’s challenges, we may also be facing the opportunity to find growth & meaning through our most difficult experiences. I am here to provide you with warmth, respect, & kindness as you face these difficult moments. I will aim to work alongside you, supporting you through the process of recognizing your strengths, uncovering & learning new skills, & problem solving ways to effectively cope with whatever difficulties you may be facing.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20+ years’ experience. As a Focusing Oriented Therapist, I have found that teaching focusing helps people learn to listen to an inner guiding voice that reveals what is true and right for them. Teaching focusing gives individuals more confidence in themselves and in sensing and knowing what is best for them. Learning focusing help individuals to trust their gut so they can live their own truth. Focusing is a gentle, fast and effective therapy as compared with other treatment models. Learning how to focus will enable you to find and change where your life is stuck and/or cramped.