Women's Issues Therapists in Montclair, NJ

I'm a sex therapist specializing in women's issues . I help women with issues like unhappy relationships and divorce, desire discrepancy, sexual partner incompatibility, infidelity, midlife sexual changes, and exploring open relationships.

I offer an eclectic treatment approach in a warm, comfortable, confidential environment. My specialties include, but are not limited to: Anxiety, Depression, Women's issues and Life transitions. My therapeutic techniques are derived from over 20 years of training, education and employment in the field of mental health. I employ client driven, solution focused techniques which are based upon each client's individual needs and goals. I also try to provide clients with useful Dialectical Behavioral Techniques to ease symptoms and improve coping strategies. My ultimate goal is to help others improve their quality of life.

As a clinical psychologist, I have been trained in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds and with a range of presenting concerns. I work primarily within a relational, integrative, multicultural framework. I have had particular training/experience in treatments for anxiety/panic disorders and phobias; cognitive therapy for depression and mood disorders; bereavement/grief; immigrant populations/acculturative stress; bi-cultural/ multi-ethnic/racial identity issues; intersectionality; college students; women's issues /trauma; and coming-out issues across cultures.

Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you tired of turning to your friends and family for comfort but instead feel misunderstood and alone? Are you struggling with conflict in your most important relationships? Living and loving in 2022 is hard - having a supportive therapist help you through can make such a difference. My style is warm, non-judgmental, and inviting. Whether you have been to therapy before or are new to this, I will meet you where you are. I know making that first step toward change can be daunting, so email or call me for a free phone consultation to see if we are the right fit!

Stepping into the therapeutic process is a brave endeavor. I treat every person as unique and utilize the best approach for my patient’s needs. My approach is objective and direct, while being warm and supportive. I focus on providing an empathetic environment that builds confidence and trust. I am a bilingual, bi-cultural therapist and can work with clients from a variety of backgrounds. I hold a masters degree in Counseling I am a licensed professional counselor in New Jersey.

It takes courage to seek healing. I’m happy to support you with empathy, deep listening, and honesty. I’m a culturally responsive therapist and coach with many years of training in racial equity and inclusion. I’m adept at understanding and working with issues of racial identity (and racial trauma). Some problems I can help with are: feeling blue or dissatisfied, imposter syndrome, work stress, anger, boundaries, parenting, body image, creative blocks, break ups, anxiety and grief.

Maybe you are feeling stressed about this never ending pandemic and your relationships are suffering. You might be sick and tired of setting the same goals year after year and never making a dent. I have years of experience and learning that I can share with you in practical ways to keep you moving forward. Whether you need help with your children, marriage, career or personal development, I will partner with you to get you unstuck and find joy at whatever point of the path you are on. I offer a safe, judgement free space where you are free to work through your thoughts and feelings to access your inner wisdom.

Do you ever feel like you “should” have everything sorted and things “should” be moving along as planned, but for some reason they are not? You have moments where you feel okay, even some days you feel good, but then even more moments where you feel overwhelmed, anxious and unsure about the future. Do you feel stuck, like you’re not in control of your own story? Are you ready to be more present, to find and cultivate greater levels of joy, peace and balance in a world that seems to be full of uncertainty. Together, I believe we can reach past our old habits and expand our ways of being and experiencing life with courage and grace.

In these turbulent times", people are experiencing a lack of meaning in their lives. Sometimes feeling adrift is a mask for anxiety/depression. How would it be if you could negotiate your relationships, work problems, and overall life issues free of these burdensome symptoms that often impede happiness and success, and have a devastating effect on physical health? As a trained clinical psychologist, I can be instrumental in helping you to rid your life of these obstacles.

Is the weight of being the strong one in your family becoming difficult to manage? To the world, everything looks perfect. But on the inside, everything is not okay. You have checked off all the proverbial boxes of success in life, but you still feel a vast emptiness. It’s hard for you to enjoy your success, feel joy because stress and anxiety keep you up at night. I work with adults to help develop a deeper understanding of how past unresolved family dynamics may play a role in the current struggles you are facing in all of your relationships.

Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I'm a warm and relational provider who has worked in college counseling settings for a number of years and now maintains a private practice. I specialize in working with emerging adults, members of the LGBT+ community, anxiety and depression, a history of sexual abuse or sexual trauma, current or historical family conflict, and relationship exploration.

Sometimes you may feel like you just don’t have the tools to be confident and happy. I became a therapist later in life because I realized that so many of us are feeling drained, especially after the past year or so, and talking helps. My work focuses on identifying the patterns which prevent people from experiencing healthy relationships and happier existences by finding their strengths and developing empowering, sustainable strategies for dealing with anxiety and self-doubt. My practice is gender- and sexuality-affirming as well as systems based: the full picture of who a client is must be considered in creating their goals.

Relationships can be tough to manage no matter what the circumstances. But there's hope for the relationship you want, maybe you just need a little help. I am known as the therapist who empowers, educates, and supports those who are looking to transform their lives. Whether you struggle with sexual challenges, can't seem to find your ideal mate, or you are looking for ways to embrace your sexual identity, I provide a safe and comfortable environment that makes sharing easy and less threatening.

“Girl, you got it all together!” That’s what they say. But inside you’re falling apart because you feel so stuck and unhappy. You no longer connect with the person that others see on the outside, because you’re paralyzed on the inside. So instead you go through your days wearing a mask, feeling like a failure, stressed & overwhelmed, and/or battling feelings of unworthiness or not being enough. You find yourself asking, “When is life REALLY going to begin for me?”

I provide personalized care including medical evaluations and therapy form a holistic approach. I work closely with existing therapist if you are already in therapy. Experienced in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders. I treat all general psychiatric disorders, but specialize in Women and Family concerns which may including pregnancy, post partum disorders,hormone disorders, job transitions and relationship difficulties. I have a special affinity for addictive disorders associated with depression and anxiety. Our goal is to provide compassionate holistic care to all clients.

Are you ready to embark on your journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery? It won’t be easy, but you’re not alone. Your decision to see a therapist may be centered around a difficulty with coping with a recent crisis, unresolved trauma, or simply needing someone to talk to. I work with adults and adolescents who experience anxiety, depression, grief/loss, relationship issues, work & school difficulties, and life transitions.

Life offers both challenges and opportunities. Asking for assistance in exploring this 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 and returning from Covid times. I see myself as a facilitator toward wholeness: emotional, physical and spiritual. I am a Reiki Master and studied Shamanic Energy Healer. Reach out. I offer a 10 min Free Consult.

Transforming Lives Counseling Center is a group therapy practice consisting of therapists from diverse backgrounds providing therapy online throughout New York and New Jersey. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, or sad? Do you sometimes feel stuck, unhappy, or frustrated in your life, but don't know why? If any of this, sounds familiar, we're here to help you. We provide a safe, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive atmosphere that will allow you to express yourself & uncover the negative thoughts & behaviors that are interfering with the realization of your hopes & dreams.

Do you want to feel stronger, sexier, healthier, more confident, & more empowered? Are you ready to have a deeper, more meaningful relationship with yourself & others? If yes, let's talk. I'm a sex therapist, offering individual therapy for adults, behavioral health consultancy, & values coaching, with years of experience in medical social work, program creation & talk therapy. My practice is best for high achieving professionals, therapists, healthcare workers, women, & sexual and gender minorities (LGBTQ+). My style is direct, relational, modern, friendly, interactive, conversational, educational, evidenced-based, & supportive.