Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield Therapists in Morristown, NJ

Everyone has mental health existing on a spectrum and depending on a variety of factors, where we fall on that spectrum can change. Wherever you are on that spectrum, I am here to meet you where you're at. With an authentic and empathetic approach, I want to help guide you toward your goals and positive change that you're seeking. We can work toward understanding your emotions, improving self-esteem and self-worth, learning and practicing new coping skills, and more.

Do you need help coping with life's challenges? I provide a warm, safe and caring environment to help you define your personal goals and develop skills to manage depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, alcohol or drug use concerns.

We are accepting new clients! As a supervised Licensed Associate Counselor, I have worked with first responders, adults, older adults, adolescents with behavioral challenges, families, couple's and individuals struggling with mood and trauma related disorders. I have found that clients often feel overwhelmed by uncontrollable factors in their lives and believe there are limits to making satisfying changes. My goal is to help you overcome those challenges while become the best version of you! I look forward to working with you!

Hi, and welcome! My name is Michelle Bivas, MSW, LSW and I'm so happy to have you here! I have a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in social work, both from Rutgers University. My educational areas of concentration include women's and gender studies, sexuality studies, trauma, mental health, and behavioral health. I have direct experience helping clients with a wide range of issues including trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship and work issues, self-esteem, identity work, and much more. I work with clients in a dynamic manner that allows for life's little moments to hold as much importance as the big ones.

Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.

Thank you for contacting us for your counseling needs, we are glad you have reached out for us to help you. Our focus is to better understand how we can help our clients heal from depression, anxiety, PTSD, developmental trauma, couples' relationships and marriage issues, self esteem, smoking cessation, executive skills and social skills deficiencies. Menashe East, LCSW is a therapist with us treating: sexual issues, couples, grief, spiritual, and family issues. We use evidence-based therapies for children, adults, and couples. Please visit our website for an appointment with one of our therapists at: www.advancedlearningddb.net

Therapy is a special place to explore who you truly are and what makes you happy. If you are not feeling fulfilled, it is time to do something about that! Life is short and the capacity to look at how you deal with situations can require a special kind of honesty in order to make a real change. I would love the opportunity to work with you to help you make these important changes.

Families of children with autism, developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges may find themselves frustrated and exhausted as they try to manage their child's behavior, or just try to enjoy a calm, harmonious day to day life. They may find the traditional parenting tricks seem to make things worse, or just don't seem to apply to their child.

My clinical experience spans adolescent and adult mental health, substance abuse and co-occurring populations. I've supported adolescent clients and their families in managing behavioral problems, anger management issues, school-related problems, substance use disorders and mental health disorders. I've also worked extensively with adolescent and adult women experiencing significant environmental stressors and unresolved trauma/abuse.

I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.

Gail is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) who works with adolescents and young adults, ages 13-30. One of her primary goals is to assist her clients to gain confidence and to address symptoms of anxiety and depression with realistic stress-management approaches. She helps students who are struggling with motivation and underachievement set goals and develop practical methods to achieve their goals. She works closely with families who are seeking strategies for improved communication and reduced tension among family members.

Choosing a therapist can be a daunting task, I’d like to make it easier for you. My goal is to create an environment in which you feel safe and comfortable enough to talk openly and honestly. I do this by being respectful, accepting, and having a sense of humor.

If you feel lonely and overwhelmed and are not sure what to do next, you are not alone. I know it seems tough right now, but there is hope and you can find happiness again. I truly believe that you are the expert on you. By being your support system and aiding in the self-discovery process, you can learn to be yourself again. Let’s work together to help you be heard in order to erase self-doubt.