Family Therapy in Downtown, Jersey City, NJ

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.

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.

My name is Dr. Kerry Pitter. I am a licensed psychologist in NY & NJ. I serve as the Clinical Director of Progressive Option Support Services. At times, people experience frustration, confusion, conflicts and stresses which appear to be insurmountable. If this is your story, then we are so pleased that you've taken the first step towards wellness. If you are suffering with anxiety, depression, diminished self-confidence or stress resulting from strained relationships with family, friends, romantic partners, or co-workers, don't endure it alone. Our team of therapists are trained to address a myriad of mental health issues.

Our philosophy is simple; one size does not fit all. What works for you is what works. At Skeleton Key you can expect our experienced professionals to practice a non-judgmental, client centered approach to therapy. Our focus is on you. Your personal growth and wellness are the primary concerns. All of our Therapists utilize evidence-based modalities clinically proven to be effective, we will custom tailor them to meet your specific needs.

Hey there, I'm Allie! As a millennial, I have a unique understanding of the pressures we are all facing today. Social media, having kids (or not), career goals, relationships, friendships, family planning... it can feel overwhelming! My clients work with me to manage their emotions and feel more in control of their life; whether that's throughout pregnancy and postpartum, between themselves and their young child, or figuring out the path they want their life to take next. By working together, we improve your confidence and self-esteem, strengthen your relationships, and reduce anxiety, depression, and stress.

My goal of working with you is to assist you in navigating difficulties, issues, and problems within your life that you would like to address in a supportive and empathic manner. I work specifically with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I treat clients for an array of quality of life issues including: depression, anxiety, work related stress, grief and loss, and family conflict. Further, I am here to create a safe space to work on past trauma and other issues that are impacting your life. I believe that you know yourself better than anyone and I am here to listen and to join you on this journey.

As a woman tending to multiple roles and responsibilities, it can be easy to lose sight of caring for your own needs. You may feel overwhelmed by your responsibilities, feel anxious, depressed, and even experience physical and spiritual burnout related to issues you are struggling with. You may also be experiencing difficulty maintaining relationships with others including those closest to you- partners, children, and or other family members. Your reality can be hard to deal with because it is very different than the life you envisioned for yourself. Though is difficult to have hope amidst your situation, all hope is not lost.

Is the weight of being the strong one in your family becoming difficult to manage? To the world, everything looks perfect. But on the inside, everything is not okay. You have checked off all the proverbial boxes of success in life, but you still feel a vast emptiness. It’s hard for you to enjoy your success, feel joy because stress and anxiety keep you up at night. I work with adults to help develop a deeper understanding of how past unresolved family dynamics may play a role in the current struggles you are facing in all of your relationships.

Contact me if you are struggling with relationship difficulties, sex, sexuality concerns, trauma, losses of loved ones, ADHD, depression or anxiety. I will help you better understand and accept yourself, and use your own insights and strengths to change and grow. I am also passionate about working with individuals, families and groups with cross-cultural/immigration background. Coming to United States as an international student myself, I deeply understand the challenges in the international community, the painful process of loss and separation from home countries, and difficulties to fit in due to language and cultural barriers.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist, I am trained to think systemically and work with individuals, couples and families. My expertise, however, is working with couples and parents. Over the years, I have helped many couples overcome their relationship issues, including: communication issues, infidelity, sexual issues, etc. I have also worked with many families, helping parents overcome issues with their children, both young children and adults. I have also extensively explored issues related to working with couples where one partner is experiencing chronic pain.

How would it be if you had trust in yourself to live fully and courageously? Difficult life experiences have promoted protective parts of you which have helped you survive and even succeed in many ways, but they now keep your life limited and unfulfilling. These survival mechanisms can manifest as depression, anxiety, workaholism, avoidance, emotional blockages, and other unsustainable ways of coping. I offer an invitation for change and transformation. Through our collaboration, you can heal and resolve past experiences so that you can move forward from a place of wholeness, connectedness, and vitality.

If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, feelings of low self-worth or want to make changes in your life we are here to help you. We will support you on your counseling journey but also challenge you and bring insight into your situation to show you where blindspots may occur. If you are in a new relationship and don't want to sabotage where things are going or are newly engaged or married we are here to help you transition to the next stage of your life. Our office works with a lot of clients experiencing a quarter life crisis figuring out the many challenges that happen after college into a work life balance.

Life gets tough sometimes, you might be having a difficult time in your relationships. You are struggling with communication, trust, intimacy, and you might be feeling emotionally disconnected from your partner or loved ones. It's important for you to feel heard in your healing journey. Your goals to improve your relationships, increase emotional intimacy, and create harmony and balance in your life are valid. I help my clients deepen their understanding of themselves and their loved ones, cultivate compassion and empathy, and create meaningful connections.

Hi there! I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents improve the quality of their life by providing a supportive, empathetic, and understanding space to work through current struggles or a hurtful past. We'll use each session to identify and process your stressors, thoughts, and emotions. We can discover strategies and skills to help navigate the challenges and feelings that arise on the road toward gentle healing.

Coming from a marriage and family therapy training background, I tend to view client issues from a systemic and trauma informed lens. I am passionate about helping you learn how to manage your current stressors, process past trauma and give you the tools you will need to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. I want to help you grow and maybe even elevate your self esteem along the way! I guarantee that you will leave my office feeling at least 1 % better if not more! I like to challenge my clients with self reflective questions, while also being sensitive to their trauma, by going at their pace.

I work with adults and couples. I am a client-focused, empathetic, and devoted psychotherapist who has been in the social services field for over a decade. I work with the perinatal population with a focus on infertility, pregnancy, parenting, and postpartum anxiety and depression. I also work with individuals struggling with various forms of anxiety, depression, personality disorders, relationship issues, low self-esteem, and the effects of trauma and domestic violence. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team

I believe deeply in the power of relationships and in the human capacity for healing. The therapeutic relationship is a powerful force that can lead to lasting and intentional ways of understanding yourself and helping you get back on your path to leading a fulfilling life. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, attachment injuries, or simply want to understand your inner experience better, you are welcome just as you are.

Today, we prioritize a comprehensive approach to occupational therapy. Catering to pediatric and adolescent groups, we extend our expertise across in-home and community settings. Our focus areas include fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, visual-perceptual, handwriting, self-care, and social skills development.