Therapists in Princeton, NJ

From an early age, we all learn ways to cope with stress, change, and new relationships. Sometimes, familiar coping strategies, which may have served you well in the past, are no longer effective as life inevitably changes. You may feel "stuck" in these moments and at a loss for how to move forward. I work to provide a safe therapy space to explore feelings of sadness, worry, and uncertainty. Together, we can develop new coping strategies and create a plan for positive change that feels meaningful to you.

Study after study indicates that what "works" in therapy is the quality of the relationship between the client and therapist. I create a strong relationship in which my clients feel safe and understood while sharing and exploring their lives. I conceptualize from a psychodynamic orientation and contour treatment to the specific needs of the individual.

"In every crisis there is opportunity for growth and positive change" I offer psychotherapy to my clients to help heal emotional pain, manage stress and empower you to make choices that allow you to strengthen your emotional balance and live life to your fullest potential. I believe effective psychotherapy is an active collaboration that supports you to face the painful challenges in your life and heal

Living life fully and successfully is a great challenge, while coping with emotional, behavioral, or cognitive struggles. We are taught to read, write and do math in school, but where do we learn the skills to live effectively and happily? I approach psychotherapy as an educational, supportive process that occurs in a safe environment where individuals can learn the skills to meet life's challenges and gain control of their lives. Our Centers offer not only psychotherapy services, but comprehensive neuropsychological testing and treatment for learning disorders, ADHD, memory problems, concussion, and brain disorders.

Life is filled with many opportunities as well as challenges. My goal is to help children and adolescents recognize and seize those opportunities and overcome any challenges and obstacles that get in their way. By helping them create a positive mindset, build effective coping strategies, and expand their repertoire of problem-solving skills, they can live a healthy, satisfying, and successful social and academic life. The earlier these skills are cultivated within the child or adolescent, the greater the opportunities to practice and utilize them to their benefit. Please visit my website: www.childresilience.com

Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety or major life changes? Many people engage in unhealthy (overeating, compulsive shopping or self harm) or addictive behaviors (alcohol, drugs or gambling) to escape emotional pain- feelings of depression, anxiety, loneliness or anger. Recovery begins with connecting to others who understand you. I invite you today to call to take first steps to a better life. I offer day, evening and weekend hours. Please leave a message if I dont pick up and I will call you back with 48 hours.

"I'm unhappy and I don't know why or what to do..." Do thoughts like this make you feel as if you are in a personal stalemate? Well, you are not alone. I hear these words in my practice from people like you, grappling with the challenges of everyday life. Together we can customize an approach just for you to turn those difficult, confusing times in your life toward positive opportunities and fresh perspectives. There is hope and help.

I had my first position as a counselor when I was just 20 and the compassion that lived through me then continues 48 years later. While developing professionally I enrolled in a personal individual and group training analysis and had a deep and caring experience as a patient. I consider it an incredible responsibility to practice as an integrative healer as I believe the therapeutic relationship is a privilege between two people. I continue to cultivate my personal practice, evolving throughout my life with an open heart, and open mind. My mother, and father remain central influences in my practice as a psychologist/psychoanalyst.

If you are struggling in your relationship, I can help you and your partner restore your connection, deepen intimacy and strengthen your emotional bond. I understand the emotional pain of relationship discord and how it impacts all aspects of your life and well-being. When your relationship is not working - or a relationship trauma has occurred - nothing seems right in the world. You need your relationship to be steady so that you can face life's challenges with confidence knowing that you and your partner are together.

Welcome! My name is Mae and I am dually licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC). I obtained my first degree from the United States International University in Africa where I started my career as a therapist. I completed my second master’s degree from Walden University in the United States where I continue to practice as a clinician. I believe asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. It’s a sign of humility, not defeat. I strive to create an environment based on confidence - recognizing what it takes to bring a person into therapy.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma. I also work with a range of issues including anxiety, mood disorders, and depression. With an integrative approach, I bring my whole heart to therapy-utilizing warmth, collaboration, and a strength-based lens. I view you as the expert of your life, and myself as a compassionate and supportive guide. My aim is to help you cultivate more self-awareness and the necessary changes to create a meaningful life.

Announcement January 2023: This Provider Firmly Rejects the Recent American Academy of Pediatrics Guidelines on Medicalized and Surgical Weight Loss for Children as Misguided, Dangerous, and Immoral. I specialize in working with insightful, empathic women who have been conditioned to mistrust themselves. Together we challenge self-doubt and judgment so that they can flourish in their own skin. While my clients tend to be adult women, I enjoy working with folks of all gender-identities, as well as with mature adolescents. The clients I have worked with best know me as warm, often silly, but always invested in their story.

My ideal client is someone open to the process of therapy. Someone who is willing to show up for themselves, and “put in the work”. My client may be someone dealing with anxiety, depression, or challenges of ADHD, such as Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria. My client may be feeling in a rut or “stuck” in personal aspects of their life. My client may be challenged by different phases and stages of life, by not feeling capable or feeling easily overwhelmed. They want to engage in therapy and work on achieving their personal goals in a space where they are seen, heard, validated and encouraged.

I am passionate about providing quality, professional therapy to all clients. I wholly embrace the privilege to support and empower my clients as they overcome challenges and make positive changes, cultivating hope, resilience, and overall wellness. I provide support to children of all ages, adolescents, and adults. In addition to working well with school-aged children, I particularly enjoy working with young adults transitioning from adolescence into adulthood. I am also experienced in supporting new mothers and/or those coping with postpartum issues.

I am a licensed professional counselor with over 12 years’ experience working in the psychiatric field. I have experience working with adults, children and families in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings. Although I specialize in CBT and DBT, and other various modalities, it is a priority for me to continue to recognize that each client’s case and background is different from one another. Clients know themselves best and a collaborative approach may be beneficial to discover the best route to progress. A team-like approach is a priority in treatment.