Therapists for Teens in Montclair, NJ

I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.

Everyone has a story. I believe people are deserving of a safe space to be genuinely seen and heard. I am here to support and empower my clients in their growth and fulfillment as they navigate their own unique journey through life. Although I work with clients of most ages and all backgrounds, many of my clients are millennial adults who are wanting to discover and connect with themselves on a deeper level as they experience the full spectrum of the human experience. Sessions are often a balance of supporting my clients as they process thoughts and feelings, and empowering them to develop new patterns in coping and communication.

I will provide quality mental health services to clients ages 5-65+. I will work with clients to improve their quality of life for themselves and their families. My goal is to assist clients with developing the skills necessary to navigate the challenges of life, increase positive communication and develop into the highest version of themselves while living their best life.

Over more than a decade, I have been working with difficult children and their families to repair relationships and improve mood and self-esteem. I work with both children and their parents to resolve problems that arise usually identified by the child’s “bad” behavior. But both parent and child are responsible for making changes to these behaviors. When parents are committed and open to learning how to better manage their child, we expect more positive outcomes for children as they develop into adults. I establish a trusting and guiding relationship with children, to help motivate them toward goals we establish in treatment.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than twenty years of experience working with children, adolescents and adults using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

The relationship between the therapist and the individual is the most important aspect of the therapeutic experience. Through the use of a warm, nonjudgemental, and collaborative approach, I strive to create a safe space for the client to gain a greater understanding of themselves.

My ideal client is someone who is committed, trusting and open to personal growth and self-improvement. They may be seeking guidance, support, or expertise in a particular area of their life and/or may be facing a range of issues, such as stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, career indecision, family issues or a desire for personal development. These issues could be affecting various aspects of their life and well-being. Ultimately, the ideal client is ready to invest time, effort, and resources into their personal development journey.

We sometimes need help navigating life's challenges, whether they occur at home, in school, or in the workplace. Other times you just need someone to listen. Resolving adversity requires trust, resilience and coping mechanisms. Learning to identify triggers and stressors, focus on strengths, and work collaboratively to address concerns in a safe and judgement-free space, can help to produce positive change.

My group practice specializes in work with the LGBTQ+, consensually non-monogamous, and kink/BDSM communities. Are you worried that most therapists will not truly understand you or that you will have to censor yourself in therapy because of your sexual and/or gender minority status? I had these same concerns and they motivated me to become a psychotherapist who could help others like me. We will work together in a safe and relaxing environment to discover and actualize the solutions you need in order to live a more fulfilling life.

As a Licensed Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and resolve problems. I have a positive, warm, and open approach in which you will feel safe and heard. We will work together to set goals, implement change, learn, and grow. Although I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary framework, I use a flexible approach tailored to the needs of each client. Approaches include; Mindfulness, Self-Care, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, and Person Centered Therapy.

My approach gets measurable results. I teach my clients about their mental health challenge, and they then implement strategies that reduce their symptoms. I am friendly and easy-going, and I love finding creative ways to help clients increase their resiliency, confidence, and self-compassion. My goal is to guide clients in identifying, evaluating, and reframing their negative thoughts, and cultivating behavioral practices that are more supportive and enduring. Motivated clients find CBT extremely helpful because learning about how their brain processes emotions enables them to manage those emotions.

I am an empathetic and practical therapist who helps adults and adolescents address anxiety, depression, stress, career and sports performance issues, and relationship issues in a thoughtful, emotionally sensitive, and logical way. I work to establish a strong and supportive therapeutic partnership to help clients better understand themselves and the experiences they are going through, and develop a skill set to address current and future challenges. My work as a therapist is informed by my 20 years of experience in the education field as a teacher and principal and as an athletic coach at the college, high school and club level.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience treating adults, college students, adolescents, and children. I received my doctoral degree from Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology and a masters in Industrial Organizational Psychology from Columbia University. I completed my clinical training at the New York Center for Children, Columbia University Medical Center, and the Jewish Child Care Center.

Hi! I'm available for both in-person & virtual appointments. Have you or your partner been affected by trauma? Are traumatic events from your past interfering with your relationship? Trauma-informed couples therapy can help you reconnect with your partner. I specialize in couples therapy for those who are struggling with relationships with their family members or partners and to also help them understand the effects of intergenerational transmission of stress and trauma. I want to help people who are trying to find peace of mind, more control in their lives, better regulation of emotions, and feel more positive about their future.

Hi, I’m Quay, and I hope to create a supportive and empowering environment to help your presenting issues. I am committed to helping clients thrive in their wellness journey, a journey that I not only teach but regularly live. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), clients are introduced to new techniques to redirect their preconceived narratives about themselves.

We ALL struggle from time to time with handling our emotions, life challenges, and self-identity. Engaging in mental health counseling and trusting a mental health professional to help and assist you with these issues is a wise and brave choice. I believe counseling is about personal growth and wellness. I believe we ALL can benefit from therapy because at the end of the day it is about unloading the emotional baggage we are trying to deal with on a daily basis. There is always a "Silver Lining" in everyday life and embracing challenges - and change.

Feeling drained, overwhelmed, anxious, lacking motivation and focus. You are not alone! Life can sometimes leave us feeling stressed, not knowing where to turn for help. Whether it is struggles in your interpersonal relationships, job performance, family conflict, traumatic experiences or coping with the state of the world; I am here to support in your wellness journey by providing hope, support and strategies to reach your goals.

Since earning her doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 1990, Dr. Ciccarello has worked with a wide variety of clients dealing with issues ranging from chemical dependency, homelessness, and HIV/AIDS to traumatized children and adolescents in foster care and residential treatment. Dr. Ciccarello currently works with individuals, couples, and families, and runs parenting workshops focusing on child development and positive discipline. Her approach to treatment is based on psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral principles. She is particularly interested in working with people struggling with anxiety and depression.

Hello, I'm Adam. Do you feel that your past or present internal and external experiences are holding you back from experiencing positive emotions in your life? Do you feel that you will never be able to live the life you want to live if you continue to let your feelings and thoughts be the narrator of your life? If you answered "Yes" to any of these questions, you may be struggling with managing psychological pain. You may not see it now, but you demonstrate the courage, compassion, and ability to move forward in your life even with the most difficult challenges that life has or is currently bringing to you.