Family Therapy in Downtown, Jersey City, NJ

I have been helping clients realize their full potential in a caring and supportive atmosphere for over 20 years. Most of my time has been spent in private practice in Hoboken, NJ. I believe in tailoring my approach to the client, keeping in mind what techniques are most successful for specific issues. My style is feedback oriented as I believe meaningful interaction is critical to success for the client. I offer individual, marriage/couples, and family psychotherapy utilizing a solution-oriented approach. My areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, relationships and grief counseling.

My aim as a therapist is to establish a safe space in which a collaborative process unfolds leading to helpful insights and/or management of an acute crisis/situation.Together we work towards reducing unwanted symptoms and increasing a sense of overall fulfillment. Having trained at CUNY, NY Presbyterian and Columbia University, I have experience working in multiple settings with diverse populations.

Do you have trouble sleeping due to constant worries, have stressful family relationships or feel down with low motivation in activities that once interested you? I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years experience. With compassion, calm and warmth, I treat adults of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety and grief due to illness, life transitions, and loss of loved ones.

I help people develop an authentic, integrated, and joyful sense of self. I specialize in trauma recovery, identity issues, gender & sexuality, and spirituality. I have worked extensively with survivors of childhood abuse and neglect, and know that people with these experiences can heal and grow, creating healthy meaningful lives that feel good. As a bicultural person of color, I am also well-versed in helping people navigate the complexities (and richness) of identity, culture, family, race, and belonging. In all my work, my goal is to help people feel grounded, self-accepting and free.

As a child psychologist I work with many children who struggle with a variety of emotional and behavioral challenges. It is vital to address these challenges early in a child’s development and to provide individualized treatment, tailored to the needs of the child and the family. Therapy will offer your child the opportunity to express their concerns, understand their emotions, and develop coping skills. In my work with adolescents I aim to help them to find balance between their emerging independence and their ongoing reliance on the adults in their lives.

Psychotherapy is a relationship in which client and clinician align in the hope of growth and change. I am ready to invest in people willing to invest in themselves, and I do so in a compassionate, and inclusive way. I am open to individuals, couples, and families, am sensitive to cultural and religious differential, and welcome all members of the LGBTQ community. Through our relationship, we will realize your potential, and actualize your highest self. When you are ready to connect, I will meet you where you are, and journey with your toward fulfillment.

I invite you to schedule a free phone call for 15 minutes to answer your questions and concerns, discuss your insurance, and make a recommendation based on your needs. Whether you feel stuck, stressed, or unhappy for too long, I will assist you to identify your goals and figure out the way to change. I am a psychologist who speaks Chinese Mandarin and English in New York with more than 15 years of experience, I have the highest level of doctoral training to help people from different ethnic groups and LGBTQ+ community to overcome the challenges and live the best life possible.

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS across the U.S. (Psypact states). Life can get stressful and hard at times, so can navigating societal, work, and family issues especially if you’re a person of color, immigrant, child of immigrants or LGBTQIA. Life transitions also require us to accept change but sometimes that may be hard and we can feel “stuck”. My priority is to help you achieve YOUR goals in a way that resonates with who you are, your beliefs, and with your values. I have extensive years of clinical, research, and assessment experience and will provide evidence-based treatment in a supportive, accepting, and collaborative relationship.

Kaitlynn is a Licensed Social Work who has experience in the field with people of all walks of life. She graduated from William Paterson University with her BA in Psychology and Business Administration and then studied at Seton Hall University to pursue her Master’s in Social Work. Kaitlynn has experience working with people of all ages, early childhood, adolescents, and adults. Kaitlynn has experience in Substance Abuse Counseling, Behavioral Counseling, Mental Health Counseling, and helping those suffering from Co-Occurring Disorders.

Arianna specializes in working with children and adolescents who experience anxiety, communication challenges, challenging behaviors, and struggles with focus and attention. She has extensive experience in the field of special needs and believes in taking a whole child approach, including family members in the process, to reach therapeutic goals.

Acknowledging that your child may need help outside of you can be difficult. You have already overcome that hurdle. Now let's help you find the perfect fit for you and your family's needs. My therapeutic style is person- centered focusing on meeting your child or teen where they are, and helping them understand themselves better and identify and communicate their feelings.

Finding a therapist you will be able to trust with your feelings, thoughts, and goals can be a difficult process. Whatever journey brought you here, we will build that trust so that our work together leads to an improvement in your overall health and wellness. My work centers around our relationship and begins with us forging a safe, comfortable, and non-judgemental space for you to share openly.

Thank you for your consideration with allowing me to assist you with your therapy needs. I am a Limited License Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a Certified Advance Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a Development Plan. I can relate to the trials and tribulations of being a single parent, as I was one myself. I am a caring, empathetic, compassionate listener that is non-judgmental, who listens to what you say. I believe every individual deserves therapy sessions specifically designed for that individual only. I try to keep sessions fresh, exciting, fun, while yet informative.

Professional - Doctoral Level - Theologically Sensitive - TeleHealth Friendly - Diagnostician & Therapist: Dr. Maddux offers tools for escaping bothersome thoughts, behaviors & reactions so you can reclaim self-control, fresh perspectives, stable relationships, energy & hope. I also understand that faith is important. I completed postdoctoral Theology & Ministry education at Princeton Theological Seminary to ethically combine faith-based tools & evidence-based psychotherapies, such as CBT & ERP. My style is time-limited & practical. Get a "Game Plan" for reaching your social, emotional & relationship goals.

Life can feel overwhelming. When it does, it’s not unusual for individuals to find a counselor who can help them deal with the obstacles life throws! Whether you are struggling in your relationship with yourself, your partner or your family, our goal is to create a safe, trustworthy, and confidential space to process through the difficult emotions and to see your painful experiences in new, life-giving ways. We can help you learn coping skills and specific strategies to help you grow from what you may be going through.

Our services include individual, couples and family therapy, tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. Additionally we offer a range of evaluations and assessments with our psychologist. We utilize evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and psychodynamic therapy to help you gain insight, develop new perspectives and create positive changes in your life. Our therapists are dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and inclusive care, respecting your identity, background and beliefs.

If you are experiencing feelings/emotions which trouble you and you want to overcome them, reach out to me! I have over 23 years of experience helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families lead healthier and more rewarding lives. I empower clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including many with special needs, by helping them build self-awareness, identify their challenges, and gain the tools to regain confidence and purpose in their lives. My skills and expertise can help you tackle your emotional, behavioral, or professional challenges, strengthen your innate abilities, and help you achieve your goals.

Perhaps you're seeking emotional understanding or spiritual guidance. Perhaps you're a young aspiring professional, or a more middle-aged partial success story, maybe with a family. Despite success in parts of your universe, you've discovered an emptiness or impasse that keeps you from peace and fulfillment. Whether it's an invisible existential spiritual void screaming for a new source of security, or life's common woes of financial pressure, infidelity, career confusion, and dealing with bullies, we all at some point need spiritual, emotional, and practical guidance. The wise realize it's a great power to be able to ask for help.

As a seasoned psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience, I have been helping my clients in managing depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, marital crisis, family conflicts, sexuality, pornography, substance, infidelity, career issues etc. Licensed in NJ and previously in CA, I offer a compassionate, holistic approach to therapy. My practice is a judgment-free space for personal growth, empowering individuals & families, including those from diverse cultural backgrounds. Fluent in Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi, I facilitate transformative journeys towards mental wellness & stronger relationships.