Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Montclair, NJ

Carving out time to air your concerns with a therapist you are comfortable with can bring relief and help you navigate a path that feels meaningful, fulfilling, and authentic. I work primarily with individual adults. Some of my areas of focus are: identity, anxiety, depression, relationships, stress, self-esteem, adoption, coping skills, spirituality, trauma, LGBTQ+, life crises and transitions. Often when you address one area, clarifying and working with what is within your control, other areas improve as well, as you access your strengths.

Are you concerned about yourself or from seeing a loved one struggling? Rest assured you have come to a helping place. As a professional working in the mental health field for over 15 years, I strongly believe in the change people can make in their lives. My goal is to provide a safe space where clients feel comfortable to share their experiences, challenges, thoughts, feelings and dreams; and discuss these together to support meaningful change. I believe everyone and every family has a story to tell. I also believe therapy is collaborative. You're the expert on you and your family; and this is the foundation of our work together.

My priority is to create a safe, trauma-informed, LGBTQ+ affirming, culturally responsive space for you to heal and grow. I provide a mindfulness, attachment, compassion, and body-based approach that makes and holds space for all parts of you-thoughts, emotions, body, sexuality, relationships, cultural experience, and inner wisdom. I'm trained in Mindfulness-Based Contemplative Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS ), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and Relational Psychodynamic Therapy.

Therapy is a collaborative process that hinges on a relationship of trust and understanding. I offer my clients a warm, supportive and non-judgmental space where together we can explore and resolve whatever challenges you may be experiencing. Many of us have developed adaptations to our environments which may result in patterns and behaviors that no longer serve us. The work of therapy is to examine these adaptions with compassion and explore opportunities for growth and change.

Perhaps it seems that life feels harder than it should be, or you are unable to manage stress and your emotions in a way that you would like. Maybe you feel isolated or depressed, or are concerned about some of your habits, behaviors or relationships. The challenges and struggles you might be facing, although very painful at times, can actually be an invitation to engage in the journey of becoming a better version of your self. Whether you are dealing with difficult emotions, self-defeating behaviors, relationship/parenting issues, or just a feeling that something is off, attuned and compassionate therapy can help.

As a psychologist I work collaboratively with my clients to address their concerns (both in-person and via teleheath). I have extensive experience working from an interpersonal perspective with adolescents and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, trauma, loss and adjustment to life changes (e.g. illness, divorce). I believe it is important to explore how a client's family background, culture and social environment play a role in the challenges my clients are experiencing. I view people as resilient and help clients to use their strengths and resources to make positive changes in their lives.

Every day we make choices, big and small. In doing so, we create our ever-unfolding life story. I work with my clients to better understand what their unique "storyline" has been about; how their "script" originally got written; and how their present life challenges can be opportunities for discovering hidden strengths. These strengths are important, as they will serve my clients very well in their next life chapter.

Guiding you in accessing resources for your own healing is some of the work we will do in therapy. I work with clients in a holistic and authentic manner that strives to explore and hold space for multiple aspects of the human experience. I offer therapy that is grounded by strong theoretical frameworks, applied with a creative, client-led approach. Process art has become a foundation of the work I do with children and adolescents, providing a mode of expression that encourages the development of freedom and control which equates to regulation. Children have fun and learn self-regulation skills simultaneously.

As a licensed psychologist I have two initial goals: 1) To provide a safe, supportive environment. 2) To build a good, trusting relationship with my clients. Building a safe, trusting relationship allows me to collaborate with clients to help them feel better and make positive changes. I specialize in treating people who have a history of sexual and/or physical abuse, neglect, and sexual assault. In addition, I help people struggling with depression, low self esteem, anxiety, anger, relationship and family problems.

Are you struggling to find your voice? If you’re ready to take back the wheel and take charge of your life, consider me your co-pilot. I’ll be by your side while you embark on your own unique path.If you’re struggling on your path, you don’t have to go it alone. I specialize in counseling individuals and families who are navigating experiences with ADHD, ASD, and neurodiversity, as well as mother/daughter relationship issues. I also work with clients struggling with anxiety, self-confidence, boundaries issues and imposter syndrome. I utilize an integrative approach including CBT, IFS and mindfulness.

Life offers both challenges and opportunities. Asking for assistance in exploring these is a courageous act. I am a seasoned professional utilizing a variety of approaches (Attachment Theory, EMDR, Brain-spotting, IFS , Spiritual and Yogic Strategies). I am a TeleHealth Therapist with limited in-person time. Typical areas of concerns: trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, loss, spiritual matters. I see myself as a facilitator toward wholeness: emotional, physical and spiritual. I am a Reiki Master and studied Shamanic Energy Healing. Reach out. I offer a 10-15 mon Free Consult.

The pain of addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem arises from life experiences and toxic environments. These wounds remain when we are not provided with the support and help we need for our healing to take place. My integrative approach will examine how your family, gender, sexual orientation, race, and beliefs have impacted who you are today.

Have you ever wondered how to stay sane in an insane world? I will help you be more satisfied in your relationships and give you ways to improve your communication by teaching-modeling scientific research based methods. I have four licenses and over twenty years experience in Marriage and Family Therapy and Addiction. I have been specifically trained in Marriage and Family Therapy by the experts, including being trained by John and Julie Gottman and others, which will help you gain the skills needed to improve your relationships and lead you in having a happier and more satisfied life. Call me or email me today to find out more.

You’re not feeling like yourself or struggling in your relationships. Maybe you've experienced loss or a significant life transition. You'd like to feel more connected to yourself and with those around you, but you've found life to be painful and confusing with unexpected challenges and transitions. If you're feeling disconnected, out of control, anxious, or grieving, you are not alone. If you're ready to lean into change and be curious and compassionate with yourself, therapy can support you in strengthening your relationship with yourself and in building safe, authentic, clarifying, and fulfilling connections with others.

Are you a woman who grew up in a challenging or even unsafe family environment? Do you struggle with self-judgement, self-doubt, or self-sabotage? Do you find yourself confused in personal/professional relationships? If so, you may believe your difficulties are your own fault, and that if only you could be better or stronger, things would be easier. In truth, you may be dealing with unhealed trauma. Unsteady attachment to one or both parents can be the unrecognized source of a lot of adult suffering, Understanding its impact and learning to care for yourself instead of judging yourself is the path to freedom.

A beautiful thing about our bodies is that our bodies can talk to us. Our bodies can provide us with data that can be beneficial to our mental and physical state of being. Breaking down and analyzing that data can be key to understanding what we need to help ourselves. We can discuss trauma recovery, relationship intimacy (including monogamy, polyamory, and open relationships), sex positivity, BDSM and kink, peer relationships, family relationships, body image, anxiety, stress, depression, self growth, and life transitions.