Parenting Therapists in Millburn, NJ

Most of the families or individuals coming to me over the years have hit a rough patch of circumstances --- or a life cycle period that presents challenges for them.

I am an empathic, pragmatic and active therapist in private practice with extensive training in a variety of techniques. I use an individualized approach and tailor the therapy to the client. I work with clients of all ages and provide both short term and long-term therapy. I am a very experienced, Board Certified, licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 35 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups.

My aim is to provide evidence-based treatment in an atmosphere of warmth and compassion. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Founder/Director of the North Jersey Center for Anxiety and Stress Management. I specialize in providing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for adults with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, infertility, and life transitions. I have a sub-specialty in helping parents use CBT strategies to navigate the stresses of parenting . My book, Mom Brain: Proven Strategies to Fight the Anxiety, Guilt, and Overwhelming Emotions of Motherhood-and Relax into Your New Self, will be published in May 2021.

I am a psychotherapist with forty-five years of experience, specializing in the treatment of individuals and families as they navigate life transitions. If you are a new parent , going through separation and divorce, transitioning to college, or bereaving the loss of a loved one, I can help you navigate complex stages of life in my office. We will work collaboratively in an interactive, supportive style.

Welcome! I’m Dr. Alyssa Austern and I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in couples and family therapy, and individual therapy across the lifespan. If you are in distress, I can help you resolve relationship issues, explore self-identity, and adjust to life transitions. If your adolescent or teen is struggling, I can assist them in reducing conflicts with peers and family, and cope with anxiety. I will also help you to strengthen your parenting skills. My goal is to help you reduce your distress, and to help you understand why you are feeling this way and/or why your child is struggling.

I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults for over fifteen years. I have daytime, early evening, and weekend hours available. I enjoy working with a variety of clients, such as new and experienced parents, students going off to college, and individuals who are looking to boost their self-esteem. I specialize in helping people identify, understand, and cope with their anxiety. I also offer parent coaching and grief counseling. I am happy to be a resource in the sweet, small town of New Providence.

I believe that life is a journey filled with tough challenges placed on our path to help us learn and grow. I provide safe, caring individual, couples, family and child therapy. I help adults, children, couples and parents to overcome problems and live the life they deserve. My web site is: www.drrodgergoddard.com. I help clients strengthen skills in the 4 key areas of life: Body, Mind, Heart and Soul. Visit my website or call for more information about my services, books and apps. My latest book is available in digital format on Amazon: The 10 Life Changing Tools for Overcoming Stress, Anxiety and Depression.

I have been in private practice and worked for both hospitals, nonprofit children's agencies and been a director of two social work intern training programs. Through these experiences, I enjoy helping people to maximize their potential. I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, couples and parenting .

Making the decision to begin therapy is the first step toward a positive change in your life. Today's world is filled with stressors that can have an impact on all of us causing physical symptoms, depression, anxiety, etc. Prolonged stress can effect one's physical well being, job, school and relationships. In addition, transition times such as separation, divorce, "empty nest", caring for parents and losing a loved one, can also be times in ones life where symptoms can appear. My practice offers a comfortable, safe and confidential enviornment to obtain assistance in coping with your struggles and life changes.

I specialize in family conflict, parenting , divorce, blended families, parental alienation, relationships, anxiety, and grief. For couples, I combine Gottman method therapies to improve communication and emotional connection. I work with adult individuals who want to reduce anxiety and build a fulfilling life. See my calendar and request appointments here: https://resolutioncounseling.clientsecure.me/.

Welcome to a warm, professional, caring discreet practice. Psychological evaluation, diagnosis, treatment for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families. Our psychological therapy and life coaching, with confidential, secure concierge-like attention to all patients. Each person's therapeutic goals are tailored to concerns surrounding lifestyle-personal growth, parenting , relationship, infidelity, infertility, marital, school IEP academic/social issues, death/loss, post traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, court/legal/medical,pre/post divorce, identity issues, phobias ,fears, and anger management using psychological therapy.

I am a bilingual (English and Spanish) licensed psychologist with specialties working with children, adolescents, young adults and parents. I work collaboratively with clients and their families to develop a tailored approach to treatment that integrates various areas of a person’s life (e.g., school) in order to bridge the skills learned in treatment and create change across settings.

As a parent , you want the very best for all your children. However loss, trauma, and transitions at different developmental stages, may leave you confused about how to best support and care for your child. The knowledge and skill of an objective, supportive clinician are key factors in the healing process. As a child and family therapist, my goal is to partner with parents to foster the healthy social and emotional development of children and families.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with adults, young adults/college students, teens, adolescents, and children in individual therapy. I work with a diversity of clients struggling with life transitions and adjustments, anxiety disorders (general, OCD, phobias, panic), depression, communication issues, trauma, grief and loss, sexuality and gender identity, educational or occupational difficulties, executive functioning, and parenting /caretaking. When working with young children I always work with their parents as well. I also offer school observations, for children ages 3-10, as needed for assessment and planning.

Let me introduce myself. I have been a psychologist for more than 35 years, specializing in autistic spectrum disorders working from school age though adulthood, and with couples who are struggling with spectrum related marital and parenting issues. I also treat behavior disorders, separation and divorce, school adjustment and refusal, social skills problems, and family relationships. As a former teacher, supervisor, program director, clinical director and as a psychologist, I have enthusiastically worked with children my entire life. I will treat your child with the care, attention, empathy and the respect he or she deserves.

Angelika specializes in stress management, anger management, impulse control, family conflict, depression, anxiety, and grief work. With couples, Angelika uses the Gottman Method to improve communication, understand conflict, and increase emotional connection. In her work with adults and teens, she utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based therapy and strength-based approaches. With children, a mix of play therapy and parenting strategies are used. See Angelika's calendar and request appointments here: https://resolutioncounseling.clientsecure.me/

Taking the step to seek treatment is incredibly brave but can be daunting; clients can expect that I will be a warm, active participant who is honored to guide them through the process. I work with children, teens, and adults to explore how elements of their histories may contribute to their current concerns and interfere with their ability to thrive. My specialization is in loss and trauma but I also treat anxiety, mood instability, parenting , and relationship issues. Clients at times have difficulty connecting with others or achieving their goals; I frequently integrate various tools and techniques to best help each individual.

Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Afraid to be honest with your partner and tired of trying to be someone you're not? Do you find yourself having regrets about a current or previous relationship? Do you have an inability to be intimate with your partner because of a past trauma or challenge? Do you struggle with your sexual identity or functioning? Contact me and we will talk about what you do, what you think, and feel about your challenges and together come up with a strategy for you to MOVE FORWARD! I work remotely by spending time with clients via Zoom.

As a child therapist and mother of three, I empathize with the wide range of feelings, questions, and transitions parents experience daily. In my practice, I help parents with their toddlers, preschoolers, school age children, and teenagers who may be struggling with questions about development, appropriate behavior, social skills, academics, anxiety, depression, ASD, and a wide array of complex issues. Together, we work collaboratively toward a deeper understanding of the issues and begin to solve them. Human connection is the most important factor in improving behavior, mood, and overall development! In the spirit of collaboration, we will work together to make lasting positive changes.

I am here to listen and understand your distress, clarify your goals and support you in the process of changing feelings and interactions. You will find me easy to talk to, deeply caring, motivating and empowering. I treat adults and children who struggle with anxiety and depression, issues of self esteem , medical crisis, career related issues and adjustment to major life transitions. A large part of my practice focuses on relationship problems with significant others, intimacy and sexuality, parenting to children and adolescents. I specialize in supporting families in crisis due to divorce, substance abuse or financial crisis.