Teletherapy for Princeton, NJ

I work with my clients using a variety of approaches in a collaborative effort to help them reach their defined goals. Together we focus on wellness, self-responsibility and empowerment. For over 35 years I have helped individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, marital conflict and any other issues contributing to distress. Because I have been in private practice for decades, I have had the benefit of having past clients keeping me informed of their progress, sharing their joys and triumphs through the years.

Finding a therapist you can connect with can be overwhelming and feel like a daunting process. In a world that has conditioned you to live an unconscious life, self-reflection and building your intuition is an act of rebellion. You may struggle to find meaning, balance, & peace within the chaos of living. Life inherently involves suffering, and sometimes navigating those big life transitions, traumas, general feelings of anxiousness or lack of interest in life can get overwhelming. The choice to go to therapy is a radical act of self-care, bravery, and accountability.

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.

Drs. Kinderman and Yanek have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents & adults. Providing meaningful dialogue, adventure, and fun in a safe, "outside the box" setting is our way of redefining therapy. Our unique cottage office is located on a beautiful 20 acre farm where we often incorporate animals and nature into the treatment process. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic techniques found in CBT, DBT/Mindfulness, & Wilderness Therapy with the goal of empowering individuals to move outside of their comfort zones and tap into their full potential.

Worried moms & frazzled dads, look no further! Maybe your child/teen is anxious, sad, angry, or acting out. You've tried empathy, rewards, punishments, extra attention, special privileges. You've read books, consulted parenting blogs, & asked other parents for advice. Whatever you try, it may even work for a few days but then all the old problems come right back. Maybe your boy wants to dress like a girl and it's freaking you out. Maybe your teen declares "I'm queer"--what does that even mean? Let's add the stress of the global pandemic, and you're exhausted, frustrated, and worried about your child's future.

You're passionate about justice and dignity for others, but you’re stumped on how to love yourself. And it's no wonder: our weight-centric culture chastises and shames you for your body with a mix of pity and disgust, as though your size is a personal moral failing. Over time, you’ve internalized this stigma and often treat yourself with the same level of contempt. You’ve developed terrible eating habits – either forbidding yourself nourishment or isolating in shame for binge eating. You’re treated like a pariah when seeking medical care, enduring anti-fat bias far more harmful than any presumed adverse effect of your weight itself.

In the sea of content available online, we may think that if we just take in the right information, we can feel better, but this is not the case. I believe that people change and develop in relationship. I practice therapy in a way that prioritizes the therapeutic relationship itself as the medium for change. This relationship serves as a launching point for gaining insight into one's life and practicing new ways of being. Also, I help patients see the role that trauma has played in their lives by providing education and nurturing areas of psychological growth that were suppressed because of trauma.

With over 25 years of experience in private practice and teaching other professionals, I work with adults, couples, and adolescents. Maybe more than anything else, the most important part of psychotherapy is the bond that is built between the therapist and person or couple seeking treatment. Warmth, humor, understanding the root of the problem, and the capacity to be frank and solution-oriented, when needed, all combine to promote a safe environment where people can find a way through their particular problem.

In our relationships with ourselves or others, we all have times where the weight of life can make us feel off balance... In my practice my goal is to take the client from where they are and explore individualized solutions that restore a sense of alignment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who uses an integrative approach, drawing from Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), and Trauma Focused therapies.

My mission is to humanize those struggling with substance misuse. Silenced by others and labeled as “addicts,” people who use drugs are often dismissed without a voice. Ageism marginalizes older adults, as does racism to people of color, and classism to those of us without economic privilege. I dream of a just society in which the social worker role is obsolete. Until then, I hold space for those who wish to express, heal, and lead fulfilling lives in the face of systemic inequality. I also integrate arts-based approaches to clients who are interested.

Therapy is a deeply personal and individual experience requiring care and understanding. I provides clients with a safe space to be heard without judgment, bias, or fear of recourse. I approaches therapy with the perspective that we are forming a relationship to tackle your struggles collaboratively, while keeping in mind your feelings, concerns and goals.

LGBTQ+ Concerns: For those of us in the LGBTQ+ community, it can be challenging to find comfort and safety in a world that is often negating—and even hostile—toward queer people. Psychotherapy can provide a new sense of hope for each of us. Current research indicates that the single greatest factor leading to successful outcomes in therapy is the relationship between client and therapist. We can create a safe space together. I’ll work with you to create and foster a safe, compassionate, judgment-free therapeutic space for you to breathe, think, explore, and be heard.

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.

Are you overwhelmed and scared by the thought of divorce? Are you struggling in your relationship and don't know what to do? Are you worried about the impact on the kids? I help individuals, couples and families struggling with these issues find a way to navigate through stressful and overwhelming experiences. Imagine what it would be like to have the relationship you've always wanted or if you had the support you needed to make the difficult decision to leave your relationship and move forward in your life.

I strive to teach the tools for any type of client to better their lives and their mental health no matter what challenges they face. Everyone has the capacity for personal growth and the ability to improve their lives through therapy. I work with each client using an individualized therapeutic approach to help them address their needs and goals.

The ideal client is anyone who acknowledges they are open to change. As Yogi Berra famously said, "Ninety percent of this game is half mental, the other half is physical." Openness to thinking in new ways and then backing that up with new behaviors is crucial to successful change.

It is easy to feel overwhelmed and lose one's sense of True North. Issues and experiences from the past may require healing and integration. Current challenges may require more inner wisdom and resourcefulness than we can access on our own. Many people need support to resolve conflicts, deepen connections and expand their lives. Relationships require a solid sense of self, good boundaries, and compassion toward oneself and others, which all can be learned. Even without a religious affiliation, spiritual practices such as gratitude are often enriching. I value new insights, suggest homework and teach practical skills.

Clients, as well as therapists, come in all shapes and sizes. When it comes to finding a good fit in a therapist, clients should feel safe and comfortable to be able to open up over time. Personality plays a huge role in compatibility. Down to earth, approachable, and relaxed are three qualities that describe my persona. I strive to provide clients with a safe space to feel respected, heard, and understood. I support clients in building effective communication skills, fostering meaningful relationships, practicing appropriate social skills, utilizing healthy coping strategies, and to establish and maintain healthy boundaries.

I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.