Psychodynamic Therapists in Madison, NJ

In searching for a psychotherapist, it is likely that you have a specific problem in mind. When these problems intensify or linger for long periods of time, they can lead to symptoms of anxiety and/or depression which interfere with your quality of life and sense of well-being. If you are seeking help in overcoming these difficulties, there are two important factors to consider when choosing a therapist. First, it is important that, after a few visits with the therapist, you feel that there is potential to form a strong working alliance.

Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for self-exploration essential to our growth. It provides an arena to understand our current struggles and to heal from the hurts and traumas of current and past experiences. I provide a safe space in a relational context that facilitates discussion, expression, and understanding to increase our freedom from depression, anxiety, and other symptoms and generate emotional well-being.

Being a young professional in the NYC-area can be utterly stressful. Are you finding it hard to concentrate? Do you lack motivation to complete tasks in various areas of your life? I will create a safe space to explore these challenges and promote healthier coping skills and tips. I believe if you can gain skills in one area of your life, they can be transferred to personal relationships, social life, and more. With my focus on ADHD, I can work with you to properly diagnose and provide treatment to best manage in your daily life.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - 20 years experience. Graduated from Fordham University with MSW. Two (2) separate offices located in Summit and Madison, New Jersey. Summit Office is handicapped accessible. Work with individuals, couples and children over the age of 13, usually in a family setting. I have a sub specialty in Substance Abuse. My orientation is cognitive therapy based, psychodynamic, insight oriented, behavioral therapy.

Dan is experienced not only with substance use and recovery but also with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, trauma, relationship challenges, communication and sexuality issues - and more.

It's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at various points in your life. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you're experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction — despite attaining significant personal or professional achievements. Perhaps you're confronting situations, challenges, losses or crises that you have not been able to resolve on your own. As a clinical psychologist, I can help you gain insight into the nature of your struggles, process difficult experiences, explore new possibilities and make meaningful changes that promote greater satisfaction in life.

Sometimes we can't stop the world from crashing down on us. Life can be difficult. We could use a little help. Let me help you. Are you stuck in an ineffective communication loop with your partner? Are you fighting against intergenerational trauma, making you feel overwhelmed with parenting? Do you have a hard time setting boundaries with family and friends because you don't want to "be mean"? Whether it's a life transition, struggling with anxiety or depression, or just needing that outside support, I am here to be what you need. Let's do this.

As a professional helper, my goals is to walk alongside you and help you find your solutions to problem situations. I believe that the solution to problem situations in life are within you and I will strive with you to find an effective solution to your life struggles whether they be relationships, family, marriage, parenting, work and your overall sense of well-being. I use a blend of therapeutic approaches personalized to the specific needs of each individual. These approaches include Psychodynamic and Person Centered Therapy, CBT, Gestalt, REBT, Family Systems, Play Therapy as well as others.

Making the decision to enter therapy takes courage and strength. I hope to help make it rewarding and beneficial for you. I am a licensed psychologist and have worked with clients from diverse backgrounds in several treatment settings, including college counseling centers, adolescent treatment centers, and hospital based eating and wellness programs. I completed advanced training and certification in eating disorders, addictions, and compulsions. Some of my specialties include stress and anxiety, life transitions, adolescent/young adult issues, coping skills, depression, disordered eating, body image, and intuitive eating.

This may be a difficult time for you. Using a psychodynamic/relational approach, I can help you look deeply at your core beliefs, values and assumptions so that you can achieve greater satisfaction and productivity.

People usually seek therapy during times of great stress, when their lives feel out of control, or when they are increasingly anxious or depressed, or when they feel stuck or dissatisfied, and are looking for change. My goal is to provide you a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere that will help you express yourself, explore and clarify your feelings, understand yourself and others, find options, and make changes in your life. I view psychotherapy as an active collaboration and seek to create a welcoming and comfortable base of strengthening support.

I am an experienced psychotherapist who has been practicing in the field for over twenty years, fifteen years in private practice. I see clients in New Jersey and New York state. I have advanced, post-graduate training in gestalt therapy and psychodynamic psychotherapy. I am genuine, funny, intelligent, sensitive, warm, and I can also be firm/direct depending on the need of the client. Sometimes we need different things in the work.. it takes an experienced, intuitive therapist to help us to really get to the heart of what we need to grow. I have helped many clients through quite challenging things in their lives.

My Name is Dr. Meredith Carleton, and I am a Licensed Psychologist and Registered Creative Arts Therapist. I offer my clients a warm and welcoming environment that promotes connection and growth. My treatment style is very eclectic, integrating psychodynamic and family systems fundamentals with creative techniques and cognitive behavioral (CBT) interventions. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and other mood issues, as well as trauma, ADHD, and behavioral concerns. I serve clients across the lifespan, with additional expertise in issues relevant to children, adolescents, emerging adults (age 18-25) and LGBTQ individuals.

I am a psychoanalyst with over 25 years of experience helping women overcome eating disorders, body image issues, improve self esteem, and work through the challenges of life transitions, stress, anxiety and depression. I provide an empathetic and empowering approach in a supportive and safe space to help you explore your thoughts and feelings. I empower women in navigating life's complexities, helping them find their voice, reclaim their lives and embrace their full potential in a non-judgmental way. Working to get to know yourself better will give you the freedom to help you begin to make positive life changes.

People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some seek personal growth or are struggling with addictions, depression, anxiety or relationship issues etc. People are individuals who respond in their own particular way to therapy. I work collaboratively with my clients and utilize various therapy techniques depending on their needs. One of the most important factors in therapy is having a positive therapeutic relationship where trust can be formed and the person feels validated.

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in bipolar disorder and their caregivers, depression and anxiety, and trauma. I also have extensive experience working with academic and work stress, relationship and marriage problems, and substance abuse. In my work I incorporate issues of attachment and parenting, femininity/masculinity, identity and self-esteem, LGBT concerns and the contexts of culture and religion.

Teens are experiencing anxiety and depression at an increased rate. The pressures of school, friendships, and social media are overwhelming. You are noticing that your teen is irritable, withdrawn, expressing excessive worry or sadness, and having difficulty managing their emotions. Communication between you and your teen is tense or non-existent. My goal in therapy is to help your teen identify their emotions and develop coping strategies to improve their emotional-well being. I work to quickly build rapport with your teen so that they feel comfortable to speak about their problems and feelings.

Are life’s stressors impacting your sense of well-being, your family life or other relationships? Anxiety and depression can immobilize us, leaving us feeling a loss of control and sometimes we just can't make things better on our own. Together we can identify which obstacles are preventing you from achieving your personal goals and then determine how to help you overcome those obstacles. By understanding our past and how we have come to our current situations, we can better prepare and take charge of our lives. Understanding and accepting ourselves is the pathway to freedom and happiness.

Whether you are struggling with relationships, overwhelmed by parenting stress, or feeling anxious or depressed, I can help you gain valuable perspective and learn coping skills to better manage your own challenges and live your best life. As a working mother and New Jersey native, I am keenly aware of the pressures and stressors that teens and adults endure today, as well as the challenges associated with managing various roles. It’s important to find balance in caring for yourself and others, and to navigate the competitive environment we live in with greater ease and self-confidence.