Grief Therapists in Montclair, NJ

Do you feel stuck? Disconnected? I believe the potential for happiness and fulfillment in both one's relationship with themselves and others is universal. Through Emotionally Focused Therapy I have been able to help couples/individuals move through negative patterns that often leave one stuck and can lead to anger, resentment and self-criticism. Have you experienced a traumatic event and are looking to heal? I have been trained in EMDR which is a therapy designed to resolve unprocessed traumatic memories. EMDR enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life.

Nothing in life is permanent; dealing with change and loss is inevitable. I believe that how we cope with these life transitions often defines who we are and who we will become. Working with people dealing with grief and loss , as well as with people in the arts confronting creative challenges, has been the focus of my practice for over 30 years. I've also worked extensively with young people who are gifted but considered "quirky" or socially awkward, with the goal of helping them realize the value of what they have to offer others.

Compassionate and culturally sensitive care is my priority as I try to understand your experiences and focus on the changes you want to make in your life. I will support you if you are going through challenging life transitions or struggling with relationship concerns. Helping people heal from the impact of grief and trauma is often an important part of my work. I also like helping people learn practical ways to work through a variety of barriers.

As a licensed mental health therapist with 15 years of practice experience, I place tremendous value on getting to know my clients and their therapeutic goals. I tailor my approach to each individual, and strive to establish a comfortable, open and safe environment in which clients learn, grow and implement change. I work primarily with teenagers, young adults and adults seeking support around grief , postpartum, depression and/or anxiety.

It can happen in any relationship. The day-to-day grind of work, school, family and other responsibilities can cause a loss of connection. What were once minor disagreements can become a source of ever-escalating conflict. Many couples find it difficult to break the cycle and get "unstuck." I can help you improve communication, regain physical intimacy, recover from and affair, understand how past experiences affect present difficulties, manage parenting / step-family challenges, build trust, prevent a divorce and get a good start with premarital counseling.

People seek therapy for many reasons. Perhaps you are in a crisis, confronting a life transition (divorce, retirement, death , illness, empty nest, new relationship), having difficulty coping with work stress, using/abusing substances, or "feeling stuck" and unable to make positive life changes. I believe that most of us have blind spots - emotional patterns or behaviors that can get in the way of our healing or fully exploring life’s challenges and opportunities. My role is to provide clinical insight and guidance that is collaborative and respectful, supporting your unique journey toward recovery and growth.

My counseling style is person-centered. I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, grief and loss , and relationship difficulties. I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for my clients to talk about their thoughts and feelings. I believe the relationship between myself and my clients is the key to a successful counseling experience.

Therapy is an opportunity to enhance your own wellness by attending to and tuning in to you. Together we can work through feelings, behaviors and actions that are obstacles to you living a fulfilling and authentic life. You will gain a deeper understanding of yourself and how you relate to the world around you. My approach is client-centered and strengths-based.

Finding yourself is a profound process which has no end. Dr. Sorger invites you to join her in a search for your organic self. Do you wonder where the truest parts of yourself reside? Do you wonder how you became so bitter and broken down by a life that you intended to live quite differently? We are our conditioning and our defenses. As a result, we can learn new ways of being and unlearn old ways. Dr. Sorger believes that the teacher and the taught together create the teachings. Come and create the life that you have envisioned.

My most successfull work has been with clients struggling with issues related to anxiety, depression, unresolved grief and all types of boundary issues including: assertiveness training, power/control issues, dependent personality, parenting, co-dependency and conflict resolution. Marital therapy and interpersonal relationship issues are also a specialty which includes work, peer, dating and family issues. People need support, guidance and a working connection with a professional who has experience and can help them navigate through life's struggles. I help people untangle knots and long held beliefs that are holding them back.

People are often ambivalent when seeking help from a professional - it's not an easy thing to do to speak with a stranger about what troubles you. In my 30 years of experience I have found people have often suffered for long periods of time, and the first thing I can offer is realistic hope - hope that things can get better, and that life can feel worthwhile again. I offer help and hope for the practical problems of life as well as the more intangible, yet equally vital issues related to a sense of peace and contentment with one's life.

My approach to clinical practice is to create a warm, compassionate place where you can be heard, and heal. The process unfolds at your pace by using a variety of treatment modalities that best fit your specific goals and problem solving strengths. Human beings come from all walks of life, and share all manner of painful human experiences. Psychodynamic therapy can help address anxiety, depression, anger, caregiver stress, sexual identity, and painful loss from divorce, death , separation through foster care and adoption. From employment crisis to mid-life crisis, let me help you restore the peace of mind you deserve.

As a psychodynamic therapist trained in EMDR, and a Zen practitioner with decades of meditation practice, I offer mindfulness and somatic strategies along with gentle encouragement to turn towards your innate resilience. My collaborative style means I deeply listen while providing a grounded space and solid presence, as well as offering skills and techniques to assist you in finding your own grounding and self determination. I work with those suffering from anxiety, PTSD, depression, intrusive thoughts, and self-esteem issues, as well as romantic life and family issues. My specialty is with life transitions.

I HAVE AVAILABILITY FOR 2 NEW CLIENTS due to schedule change . Life is challenging and therapy is a wonderful gift. It takes bravery to admit there is a challenge in your life that you may need some assistance in handling. I work with children ( Toddlers- adolescents) Adults, couples and families. I bring a wealth of knowledge and different therapeutic techniques to match your level of comfort. My practice, is warm, welcoming and confidential.

I have 25 years experience in psychotherapy with special training in couples work, family work, adoption, adolescents and women's reproductive health challenges, including depression and anxiety in pregnancy, infertility, miscarriage, termination, perinatal loss , postpartum depression and menopause. My training in my dual degrees enables me to focus on the relationship between mind and body.

Are you living the life you want for yourself? I recognize your worth and the strengths within you. Allow me to help you improve your sense of well being in the shortest time possible. We will partner together as I assist you in getting unstuck from painful self-limiting behaviors, feelings and thoughts with compassion, honesty and insight. You will free yourself from patterns in your past and dismantle beliefs at the core of your difficulties. I combine traditional and alternative techniques with a mind-body-spirit perspective for healing that creates greater emotional balance, self acceptance and fulfillment.