Divorce Therapists in Phillipsburg, NJ

I am a psychotherapist practicing privately in the Lehigh Valley. My practice is open to adults ages 18 and older. My areas of specialty include mood disorders (depression, anxiety, phobias), relationship issues, skill building to create and/or enhance healthy relationships, coping with and rebuilding after divorce, and all other issues pertaining to adjustment to disruptive life events.

I believe that listening is crucial in counseling; listening not just to words, but also for feelings. Sometimes people seek therapy to clarify their thoughts and emotions; or they may be looking for specific strategies to find relief from worry or sadness, or for help with a relationship. My experience and training in multiple modes of psychotherapy allows me to help people with these concerns. While starting counseling may seem scary, it can be the first step toward feeling happier and less worried.

I have worked in community mental health for over 10 years and have found that we all struggle at times and benefit from the support of others. I have a great deal of experience in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, crisis, life-transitions, stress-related disorders and vocational counseling. I work with each individual to develop a goal plan that is person-centered and based on their strengths and abilities.

My private practice was founded in October 2003, providing outpatient and in-home counseling services to over 300 children and families. I have extensive experience working with adults and couples. Since October 2013, I have treated over 250 adults and their family members at my outpatient office in Alpha. With 26 years of expertise, my approach is simple: to facilitate and promote change by assisting clients to make healthy decisions and choices in their lives. Treatment is also focused on helping clients learn how to effectively manage stressors and regulate their mood in order to increase or maintain their level of functioning.

As a therapist, I have been in private practice for 24 years. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families. I practice primarily with solution-focused, short term therapy to help aid in empowerment and healing. I utilize life coaching/career building to help adult clients deal with difficult transitions in current day employment. The solution based focused therapies tend to help those dealing with current life stressors. I provide a variety of age appropriate play in therapy/family therapy as needed when working with a young population. I also utilize Sandtray Therapy and Certified Therapy Dogs for emotional support.

For over 35 years, I have been helping people resolve their problems, improve relationships, and live more fulfilling lives. It is important and helpful to understand how our past has influenced our choices, personality, and worldview. However, therapy must focus on the present, helping you see perspectives and options that were not clear to you before. Good therapy can help you see how you may get in your own way, and make needed changes. Of course, listening in a warm supportive atmosphere is essential, but feedback and guidance are important, too. I am an active partner in the therapeutic relationship.

I offer many years of experience in treating anxiety and depression, as well as trauma. Unaddressed trauma is often the cause of anxiety and depression. I use an eclectic, holistic approach and have interest in spirituality and religion. I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizing and Reprocessing) and Thought Field Therapy, both state of the art treatments. Also experienced in all types of family and couples work, adoption adjustment work and attachment problems. Physical health is addressed and suggestions are made and referrals given if needed. Good with anxiety in people of all ages. Good with teenagers and children over age five.

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Many people are motivated to make important life changes but are not sure where to begin. I can help. I will work with you to identify goals and to find the right approach that helps you to improve your quality of life. I offer evidence-based interventions that can improve the quality of your marriage, relieve depression and anxiety, elevate performance at work or school, improve sleep, overcome addiction, and reduce stress at home. My approach to counseling focuses on a holistic view of the person. As we work to resolve problematic thoughts, difficult emotions, or troubling behaviors, we will explore many areas of healthy living.

I do individual, couples, and family therapy. A large percentage of my cases deal with relationship issues and couples counseling as well as anxiety and depression. In July 2010 I authored a book entitled, "Dusting off the Ashes, One Man's Journey Through Post-Traumatic Stress," available on Amazon.com

I see in person and telehealth clients in Pennsylvania. I also see Telehealth patients from New Jersey. Everyone goes through mental health phases. These phases can range from misunderstandings among couples, adjusting to life after the death of a loved one, and or major depression. All of these Issues have one thing in common. They all can be managed. People can live a high quality of life despite being challenged with mental health obstacles.

Beginning therapy can mean different things to different people, but it is an action of courage, hope, self- care, and self-determination. You might or might not have been to a therapist before. If this is your first experience with therapy, you might even feel a bit nervous or apprehensive and I am here to say that’s normal. Therapy is a process that allows you the freedom and privacy to discuss issues that may be sensitive or painful. They may even be difficult to discuss with your family or friends. Through our work together, you will be validated and can begin to feel more at home within yourself.

Have you ever felt like the world was ending or has your mind raced with a million thoughts and worries? Have you ever experienced high conflict in a relationship thinking things will never change? Did you ever struggle to accomplish what you think are basic tasks or lack the motivation to get out of bed in the morning and brush your teeth? Sometimes life can just feel overwhelming. These struggles are more common than you think and you are not alone.

Everyone has struggles in life especially with these isolating times during the pandemic. I believe we can benefit from having a empathetic, understanding person to discuss these stresses and challenges with. An important part of the therapeutic relationship is finding the right therapist for each individual. While establishing an engaging patient client relationship, I can provide tools to assist and manage these challenges.

My practice is currently full and I am not accepting new patients. I work with individuals and couples ages 18 and older. I provide a comfortable and safe environment for my patients to explore their feelings, thoughts and relationships. Through therapy sessions my patients can reduce their symptoms of anxiety & depression, improve their family and work relationships and feel more confident about themselves. I help my patients figure out where they are now, and where they want to be in the future.

I have been helping people work through the changes and losses presented to them in life for 30 years. Using mindfulness based cognitive therapy I teach individuals and couples, teens and adults to manage the thoughts, emotions and behaviors that are causing them pain. As a therapist in private practice, I have a great deal of experience treating depression, anxiety, addictions and other emotional problems that cause suffering. I help people see themselves more clearly and compassionately so they can make the necessary changes in themselves. I provide you with the tools to change what you can and to let go of what you cannot.

Through individual, couples and family therapy, I provide compassionate and caring real life solutions for real life problems. With more than 30 years experience as a clinical social worker, I assist others through life transitions and times of crisis by bringing a fresh vision to each unique situation. I conduct person-centered, goal-oriented treatment for various mental health issues such as depression, anxiety and grief. I work with all age groups, from 10 years of age through the senior years, in examining behaviors and beliefs while learning healthier coping skills.There is no problem too small or too great that cannot benefit.