Teen Therapists in Montclair, NJ

Life can sometimes feel and be very complicated. As a psychotherapist in private practice for 25 years, I work with adults, adolescents, families and couples. The way I approach working with people is to create a compassionate, intelligent, non-judgemental, therapeutic space where a person can feel safe, heard and understood. A person can then be more at ease with talking about their concerns and problems in an authentic and meaningful way. I welcome people from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities and family structures.

There is something in the human spirit that recognizes that our lives can be changed. A spark of possibility lives alongside our confusion, loss, anxiety, anger or trauma. Working with an experienced therapist provides a chance to access those possibilities, understand ourselves and our circumstances better, and bring about the changes that we want and need.

Psychotherapy is a process that allows for healing and meaningful connection. Past struggles and difficult thought patterns can cause strain on your sense of self and your relationships. My goal is to provide a warm and supportive space that allows you to share and explore what you need. As your therapist I would take great care in hearing your story and attending to our therapeutic relationship. I work with individuals, couples, and families across a spectrum of identities and backgrounds on their path toward wholeness.

Our practice offers Comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Treatment of Eating Disorders - for children, adolescents, and adults. We understand the challenges that children and parents face today. Our aim is to offer support and guidance to individuals and families seeking expert intervention. We are committed to help you return to the path of full health as efficiently as possible. Barbara Reese is an Intensively Trained DBT Practitioner, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor, and is certified in both CBT-E and in Family- Based Treatment (FBT), for pediatric, adolescent , and adult eating disorders.

Now, more than ever, it is important to be armed with a strong social support network. Whether you are a teenager feeling isolated from your friends, a young adult feeling like your life has been temporarily put on hold, or an adult struggling to manage work and parenting roles, you are likely feeling the effects of this global pandemic. My goal is to support you. I am a licensed psychologist with 15 years of experience treating adolescents and adults with concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, low self-esteem and coping with life transitions.

Do you find that no matter how hard you try to be or feel better, you continue to struggle ? Do you recognize that something needs to change, but need help knowing where to begin? The therapy I provide offers direction and support for you in reaching YOUR goals for YOUR life (not mine, not anyone else's) . Whether you are adjusting to a life transition, recovering from trauma, struggling with mood changes, I can help. You are an expert in your life while I am an expert in helping people change. Together, we can identify what's holding you back and make the changes to help you become your best self.

I am passionate about working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders and adolescents and their families. I strongly believe that a safe, collaborative and caring therapeutic relationship is essential to effective therapy and can provide a foundation for healing and growth. Drawing from relational, cognitive-behavioral, insight-oriented and family systems models, my approach is always tailored to individual client needs. I am intensively-trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT),an evidence-based practice, successful with eating disorders and other self-injurious behavior and am part of one of the few intensively-trained teams in Northern NJ.

Hello, I am Dr. Konstantin Lukin, Clinical Director and Co-Founder of the Lukin Center for Psychotherapy. At the Lukin Center, we specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and use this approach across our sub-specializations in Men's and Women's Issues, Couple's Therapy, and Adolescent Treatment. Our clinicians work collaboratively with our clients to determine an effective treatment plan for each client's unique needs. Our clinicians are compassionate, experienced, and competent in a wide variety of current evidence-based techniques, enabling successful treatment of various psychological struggles, from mood instability to romantic relationship dissatisfaction.

My orientation to psychotherapy is to approach every session as a creative undertaking, whether it is with an individual or a group, a couple or a family, a child, an adolescent , or an adult. This is true for every stage of the treatment process, beginning with engagement and problem clarification, with developing a working relationship based on trust, and moving constructively forward in relation to established objectives. The process of each session involves engaging purposefully to facilitate problem resolution, newness, and growth. When appropriate the course of treatment can be as brief as three sessions.

I am a Clinical Psychologist with 30 years of full-time clinical experience working with adults and children, couples, and families. I am trained and experienced in the treatment of a wide variety of psychological, psychophysiological, and relationship problems. I believe that every person needs to be understood and treated as an individual with unique circumstances and needs, and my therapeutic approach reflects this belief. I understand psychotherapy to be an active and engaged relational process that involves both self-exploration and attention to solving current problems in living.

The Koch Center (located in Montclair, Morristown, Waldwick, & Englewood) specializes in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Therapy and Programs for Adults, Adolescents, Children, and Families. Our DBT Programs offer an opportunity to receive extensive support and expert treatment in an outpatient setting. We treat the full range of psychological issues (including Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Impulse Control disorders, Eating Disorders, Trauma, Relationship Problems, Personality Disorders). We have an outpatient Trauma Program for Adults. We also offer individual therapy from varying theoretical orientations.

To parents, their children are the most important part of their lives. No one wants to see their child struggle. Navigating the difficult years from preteen to adolescent to young adult can be a daunting task. In my work with young people, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help work through issues related to emotional difficulties, academic struggles, and behavioral problems. CBT focuses on learning new ways to think, feel, and behave and addresses pressing issues. As treatment progresses, I want patients to feel more able to utilize new strategies and skills while improving the quality of their life, education, relationships, and experiences.

Are you a talented, intelligent, person who walks around with feelings of anxiety depression and shame? Shame, that you feel underwater, that you are not living up to your potential, or that you maybe ruined what should have been a great life? My understanding of shame/resilience is at the core of my work as I believe that shame can significantly contribute to much of the stress and unhappiness we experience. Personally, having changed careers at midlife and walked a path that is unconventional, I deeply understand how shameful it can feel to believe you are an outsider.

*I am not accepting new clients* I work with adolescents, adults, couples and families struggling with overwhelming feelings, infertility, pregnancy/postpartum issues, disordered eating/body image, trauma, anxiety, depression or general life obstacles. I believe that the way you view yourself, your relationships with others, and the world is a gateway to the therapeutic experience. My clients would describe my warmth, compassion, use of humor and realism as a recipe for connection and safety within our relationship. I am an active participant during sessions and willing to be vulnerable to move my client to a place of change.

Today, the pace of transitioning from pre- teen to young adult can feel as if it has increased over recent years. This is especially prevalent as technology continues to advance and we become more easily connected socially. For many, dealing with life events and the social pressures that bring about depression, anxiety, and other conditions make stress management and coping skills crucial. For those who’ve experienced traumatic events, the window for action is of the utmost urgency in nature.

This practice is 100% virtual based and serving over 38 states! Have you felt that despite your efforts you continue to feel anxious or unable to stop worrying? Perhaps you have unsuccessfully tried to make some changes and feel stuck? I believe that our thoughts directly influence our feelings and behaviors. Together, we can work to collaboratively identify your strengths to foster a sense of self-awareness and create new perspectives. By understanding your thinking styles and formulating a plan specifically tailored to YOU, we can face those challenges and overcome fears.

Change, stress, transition, relationship struggles, self-doubt, fear, anger, loneliness, loss...these are some of the issues I help my clients to navigate successfully. Maybe there is a problem you've tried to resolve on your own and you've reached an impasse. Or you have a teen whose behavior is worrisome, and you're not sure whether it's "just adolescence" or something of greater concern. With over 20 years of experience, dedication and compassion, I will work with you to uncover obstacles and find solutions.

I am the Clinical Director at Pirelli Clinical and Forensic Psychology, LLC which is a group practice that specializes in conducting clinical-forensic evaluations, providing expert testimony, and professional training and consultation. I am a native Spanish speaker with a strong appreciation for multicultural issues. I have experience working with adults and adolescent in community, hospital, and college counseling settings.