Women's Issues Therapists in Princeton, NJ
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Katie Scozzari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about helping people heal from their past, and grow into the best version of themselves. In our work together, I will help you learn the concrete coping skills needed in order to build a life that feels worth living. I specialize in treating eating disorders, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic shame,
women's issues
, and general life transitions. I use mindfulness based therapy and solution focused interventions that will help you to gain more control over your mind, emotions, relationships, and life in order to live presently, in a way that is meaningful and purposeful.
Jessica Renee Blanding-Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
If only life were as easy as scrolling through counselor profiles. Let me help you bring healing and understanding to life's difficulties so you can move past them and into a better mind space. I am experienced in all areas of mental health, but I am highly effective in treating stress, anxiety, and depression. In addition to working with those experiencing difficult life transitions such as loss and divorce, I also enjoy working with
women's issues
such as infertility, postpartum conditions, parenting issues, and adjustments dealing with weight loss.
Not accepting new clients
Ruth B Goldston
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I work with adults, older adults, couples, and college students. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I'm also interested in
women's issues
and assertiveness. I tailor therapy to each individual client, rather than taking a "one size fits all" approach. So, with one person, therapy might focus on solving some current problem or crisis, for another it might be learning stress management techniques, and for another it could be working to resolve issues and trauma from earlier in life. Most often, it's a little, or a lot, of all of these things.
Dawn Raffa
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
Specialties include depression, anxiety/panic disorders, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, personality disorders,
women's issues
, ADHD, and behavioral/academic difficulties.
I provide an empathetic, supportive and caring atmosphere to assist my clients in developing trust to work collaboratively on finding realistic solutions to their problems using evidence based treatment. My treatment approaches include CBT, ACT and ERP for individuals suffering from various disorders and psychological distress. In addition, to psychotherapy, I conduct psychological evaluations/testing, psychoeducational testing, ADHD evaluations, independent medical evaluations and biofeedback. Moreover, I have a background with PIP and workman's comprehension clients as well as with parent coordination.
Francine Figueroa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have specialized training in treating Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating Patterns, Anxiety Disorders, Addiction, Attachment Disorders, Trauma, Adjustment Disorders and support the Grief/Loss process,
Women's Issues
, Acculturation and the LGBTQ2+ Community.
I am here to bring support to those who are in need of a safe, sound space. From physical health to emotional and spiritual wellness and balance, I act as a ‘soundboard’, a ‘guide’, an ‘advocate’ and experienced Integrative Psychotherapist to bring you a clear and peaceful path of healing, balance and growth. If you’re struggling with disordered eating patterns, anxiety and/or day to day stressors or if you’re feeling good and want a space ‘to call your own’, where you can think, talk and gain feedback, please reach out. Therapy is a wonderful tool for all matters and I provide a virtual space where you can explore and process.
Sara Takla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Verified
Verified
Reaching out to a therapist is not easy. Regardless of the reason, calling a stranger to ask for help for you or your child can feel intimidating. I would like to take a moment to reassure you that this first step is often the hardest, but it does get easier. I'm here to support you on this journey. I offer a warm, empathic, and client-centered approach focused on making you feel heard, seen, and supported. I believe the client-therapist relationship is the most essential part of therapy and will work to build your trust. I focus on making sessions a safe space to share your feelings, learn new skills, and begin to make changes.
Jaclyn M Calu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Many of us struggle with everyday stressors. Whether stemming from family dynamics, work difficulties, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, low self esteem, identity confusion or a combination of contributors, these stressors can have a profound effect on our quality of life. Finding change and accepting support is a journey that takes time, compassion and patience. I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples and families with a strengths-based approach, aimed at making clients feel engaged and vested in their treatment process. Through self reflection and collaborative efforts, I work with clients to balance these life stressors and make them more manageable.
Kaliroi (Kelly) Subashi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are you feeling worried, hopeless, or out of control and just can't shake it? Have you been through something that continues to haunt you day after day? Are you ready to take a step to better cope with your emotions? If you answered yes to any of these questions, therapy may be beneficial to you! I strive to provide individualized services that will be most beneficial to you in reaching your goals. My clinical approach incorporates elements of person-centered counseling, psychodynamic counseling, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients reach their goals.
Rita Stapleton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Rita has over ten years of experience in the field of trauma informed care working with individuals and groups on recovering from traumatic experience, anxiety, depression, and stress related to chronic health issues. Experienced in working with a variety of individuals but specialize in women's trauma and life experiences. I believe in client focused treatment, where therapist and client collaborate in the healing process. I will recommend the use of strategies and techniques between meetings for best outcomes. My approach is strengths-based and holistic, tailored to meet the needs of the individual.
Lesley A. Allen, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Over the past 20+ years, I have been working with adults, adolescents, and children in individual, couples, and family therapy. I listen closely to my clients to understand their current problems and related symptoms, thoughts, and feelings. I work collaboratively with clients to investigate the history of their struggles and to create a plan for change. Using cognitive, behavioral, and emotion-focused approaches, I aim to facilitate healing, growth, and change. Having spent much of my career as a scientist-practitioner, my clinical work is informed by empirical findings. My treatment approach is reasoned, compassionate, and practical.
Jacqueline L. Franciscus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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.
Waitlist for new clients
Aida I Qasim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life transitions, relationship issues, academic/work stressors and pressure to be all that, do all that, and buy all that, can lead to loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Creating purpose and meaningful social relations through exploration and engagement is healing. Being BIPOC informs a liberatory and culturally responsive lens within an intersectional framework. When therapy hold space for empathic collaboration and feels safe, humor emerges naturally in the room. We work on dismantling internalized narratives that diminish self worth while examining structural processes that weigh down on you and impede your mental health.
Wendy L Saling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
You long for peace and clarity in your life but when navigating a major life transition those goals can appear out of reach. Divorce, illness, family and career changes can leave any one of us reeling, feeling beaten down, overwhelmed, confused and alone. A therapist can provide that safe non-judgmental space to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences that may be preventing you from moving forward. I work hard to tailor my approach to meet my client's needs always honoring the fact that this work is collaborative and each client is unique.
Kristy Castle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Finally deciding to seek out therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming and even increase uncomfortable feelings. Finding the "right fit" with a therapist means taking emotional risks to get the support you deserve. For many years I have worked to help individuals regain or perhaps even discover for the first time, a sense of inner peace. My practice incorporates holistic, somatic & integrative approaches to treat a wide range of mental health challenges. I believe "theory" is invaluable, however, experience and research shows that successful therapy is closely connected to the relationship that develops between therapist and client.
Aly Resnick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, ACS
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am a graduate of Georgian Court University where I earned both my Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am currently licensed to practice in New Jersey (LPC), New York (LMHC), and Florida (LMHC) at this time. I have been in the field for over 10 years in various settings and have worked with children, adolescents, and adults. My areas of specialty include but are not limited to: bereavement/grief, end of life, anxiety, mood related disorders, addiction, and marital and family issues.
Cierra Florentina Clark
Counselor, LAC, MS
Verified
Verified
Making the choice to come to therapy is incredibly brave, and being able to share your intimate thoughts and feelings with a stranger is no easy task. My intention in therapy is to create a safe space where I can work collaboratively with individuals to help them meet their life goals. I provide a supportive, open, nonjudgmental environment, sprinkled with a bit of humor to provide my clients with a much needed sense of relief.
Leslie Richmand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed clinical social worker in private practice for over 30 years. I have particular expertise in treating eating disorders and adolescent issues but also work with all ages seeking help for a variety of issues which include depression, anxiety, self harm, oppositional disorder, trauma, chronic pain, divorce and custody difficulties as well as school, family and work related stress. I see individuals, couples and families in my practice. I offer weekday, evening and Saturday appointments.
Tina Montagna-Tate
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of clinical experience providing highly individualized, effective treatment for a wide range of emotional, psychological and adjustment related concerns. Being a seasoned clinician, I have a deep knowledge base, with training in many therapeutic theories. This allows me to develop interventions that will best assist you in reaching your goals.
Kate B. Diviaio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey and a Registered Yoga Teacher (200). I was intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy in 2013 by Behavioral Tech, LLC and have experience working in a DBT adherent program. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders with the use of DBT and mindfulness-based therapy. Additionally, I have experience treating women with mood disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, anxiety disorders, personality disorders, and substance abuse.
Debra Ruisard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Making the decision to engage in psychotherapy is an important step in healing from traumatic life events that leave emotional wounds long into adulthood. My approach to working with individuals suffering from traumatic stress comes from an understanding that trauma is stored in the body. Often traditional talk therapy is ineffective until one learns how to calm the body’s heightened state of anxiety and therefore allowing the mind to focus on healing rather than survival. Substance abuse is often an effective but maladaptive coping strategy for the emotional and physical stress responses that linger long after the traumatic experience is over. I assist clients who struggle with substances to discover the connection between their substance use and their trauma symptoms, and to develop new strategies for recovery that start with the body.
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Women's Issues Therapists
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.