Therapists in Downtown, Jersey City, NJ

Our relationships determine so much of how we feel and experience life. Committed relationships whether a marriage, premarital, or partnership are constantly growing and changing. Most often, we get into a committed relationship with the hope of experiencing LOVE. In the beginning, we are full of joy and hope though we may have had doubts or fears. Intimate relationships are complicated and life circumstances complicate things even more. We are left to guess our way through it or leave it to chance. And it works as long as it works. Until you find yourself internally hurting and externally yelling...What Should You Do?

Center for Hope and Renewal is committed to helping the residents of New Jersey with a variety of presenting concerns. Our staff are expertly trained and devoted therapists who share CHR's commitment to high-quality mental and emotional health services using a multi-tiered approach to help our clients on their journey to wellness. CHR is a group practice with therapists who work with adults, adolescents, children, couples, and families. Our therapists specialize in depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, loss/grief, relationship issues and life transitions amongst many other presenting issues.

As humans, we all wish to be seen and feel safe. Whether it is encountering new beginnings, continuing challenges, or navigating the everyday stressors of life, I strive to create a collaborative, validating, and warm atmosphere. Together, we can delve deeper into the patterns of the past, become attuned to the present, and remain hopeful about what else may come our way. You will be met by someone who is curious, intuitive, and encourages you to step into being the best version of yourself.

Do you struggle with worrisome thoughts throughout the day? Do you feel you need a change but don’t know how or where to start? You are not alone. Anxiety, depression and obsessive thoughts are very common and most of us need help in managing life’s stressors. I am here to support you in achieving well-being through effective coping skills. I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds struggling with mental health challenges including anxiety, depression and OCD. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various modalities to fit clients’ goals.

Have you been feeling your life is lacking purpose or that you're disconnected from your true self? This can be confusing and isolating. My passion is helping people move from a reactive state to living a fuller, authentic life in which they're the main character of their story. I believe it's our responsibility to define our own meaning in life. Finding meaning is an interpretive act. We make meaning through telling stories about our lives. Language does not just capture and reflect experience, but also creates it. My job as a therapist is to support you in crafting your story of self, so that you move from surviving to thriving.

Experience social anxiety? Poor boundaries in relationships? Lack motivation to engage in the very tasks you once enjoyed? In a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment, let’s explore what you need to improve your mental health. Through emphasizing your strengths and identifying effective coping skills, you can begin to feel equipped to handle life's challenges.

We all want to feel confident, balanced and "happy." The reality is we get stuck, confused, and unsure at times. Soon the frustration, hurt, doubt, worry, sadness, self-blame, or loneliness settles in. We want to feel that we have a choice. A choice that will make things better whether it is for ourselves, our relationship, or our children. I am here to listen to you, support you and help you find the answers you need to create your path forward.

Finding the right therapist can be challenging. Maybe you're new or returning to therapy and unsure where to start. You wonder if I can help you with your particular issues and concerns. I enjoy working with adults 25-40 the most. During this time many changes and life transitions are happening. This can bring up a lot of questions and sometimes anxiety.

Do you feel "stuck"? Do you just want someone to listen and help you process all the complex emotions you're feeling? The road to a happier, healthier life can be riddled with obstacles and barriers that just seem impossible to overcome, but with the right support, people of all ages can reach their goals. On this journey, you've done the hardest part which is recognizing the need for support and seeking it!

A personal time of crisis is another person's opportunity, especially given the unprecedented circumstance we all find ourselves coping with. For many of us prior to this crisis/opportunity we were unable to give attention to our emotional world whether it be due to time, energy, fear and/or self-doubt. Therapy offers an avenue to get to know ourselves in a different way than experienced before. I deeply believe our current crisis can be an opportunity for many of us to be one notch better than before.

We are simply living in uncertain times where our lives are being forced into a new way of being. At times, it seems we have few choices and possibilities which can lead to feelings of doubt, worry, intense sadness, restlessness, self-blame, frustration and/or a sense of not being fully alive. Simply said, feeling unhappy. Therapy/counseling offers an avenue to understand what is happening to us emotionally and provides an experience that can empower you to make choices about your life. It is a choice to find a way to come out of this period of time as a better version of our selves than we started.

Do you feel confused, stuck, or overwhelmed by life? I welcome individuals, couples, and families to collaborate with me in exploring their purpose and finding peace in their daily lives and also resolution and acceptance of the past. My goal is to help my clients discover their inner strengths as they heal and transform their body, mind, and spirit.

I know that reaching out can be a challenging step. Whether you feel anxious, depressed, mentally exhausted, disconnected, are struggling with addiction, or just need someone to talk to; I am more than happy to help. My first priority in sessions is for you to feel safe, secure, and respected. I want you to open up on your own terms and in your own time as we build trust together. Whenever you feel comfortable, we can work through and overcome any challenges you’re facing. In sessions, we will work together to build skills, confidence, and control that will allow you to achieve your mental health goals.

Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, feeling overwhelmed or lost? Maybe you feel unfulfilled in your relationships, career, or other key areas of your life. If you are ready to explore these parts of yourself and interrupt patterns that are no longer serving you, then it may be time to engage in psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process which allows us to look at the areas that are causing distress, and identify ways to adjust your thoughts and behaviors to create positive change. I provide therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself openly and authentically.

Ever feel like you’re on autopilot? Moving through life disconnected from your inner guidance and unsure how to reclaim your sense of peace and joy? We live in a culture where everyone is in a rush, and the time to be in flow and reflective isn’t built into our day to day. My intention is to hold a space where you can slow down to meet yourself in new ways and move forward from a place of true self-knowledge. I specialize in working with those who struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image concerns. I also work with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma.

Life inevitably has its ups and downs and I'm here to help you navigate them. We are often told that we are weak if we ask for help, so I'm also here to show you that asking for and receiving help is one of the most courageous and strongest things you can do. You don't have to suffer in silence and I can help to alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety, explore identity and sexual orientation, work on LBGTQ+ issues, grief, trauma, or whatever it is that you would like to focus on. Whether it's relationship or work issues, a difficult diagnosis, or just a rough few months, I am here to help you cope and find your resiliency.

I offers online counseling services to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ folx in the states of New Jersey and New York. I specialize in helping with the management of anxiety, depression, and for those experiencing confusion about their direction in life. I recognize that individuals are seeking a safe space to process their human experiences. You already have the tools within you necessary to survive, I want to help you thrive. l

Our relationships have the power to shape our entire lives. Do not delay getting help when conflicts, disagreements, and daily differences arise. "Do I love him/her?" "Do we sync at all?" Resentment feelings, verbal altercations, walls of silence, endless arguing, feeling miserable and emotionally abandoned, worries, feeling guilty, and/or lack of sexual desire and passion become more frequent and you are HURTING, feel off balance, and disappointed. Being a highly experienced therapist I can help you with insight, wisdom, understanding, and guidance in restoring your strength and confidence in yourself and your relationship.