Marriage Counseling Therapists in Red Bank, NJ

Strategies to Improve Your Marriage , Your Family & Yourself

DO YOU LONG FOR CLOSENESS AND CONNECTION but end up stuck in the same old conflicts? Do you want to improve communication and rekindle love and affection? Have you been harmed by an affair? As a specialist in marriage counseling and couples therapy, I help couples of all ages improve communication, end feelings of loneliness, and create intimacy, trust and true connection. I specialize in healing from affairs and infidelity. I am the first therapist in Monmouth County to be fully certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy, widely regarded as the most effective form of couples therapy available today.

A lot of focus on people with anxiety and depression disorder. Mood swings or other emotional midsections that are causing some level of conflict in their family, social, educational or financial life. A majority of the people I work vary in what they know about themselves from just knowing somethings and wanting to fix it to others being forced by a friend, family member or just some stranger that passed along my name to someone. Range of symptoms from minor to discharges from high levels of care.

David Platt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 5 years of experience working with clients of all ages who are struggling to cope with depression, anxiety, stress management, anger management, grief, and more. David earned his Master's degree in Education from Rutgers University-New Brunswick, holds his K-12 School Counselor certification, and is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC). David has experience working with elementary, middle, and high school students to help solve problems and address goals in the educational, career, and social-emotional domains.

Dr. Burgess is a counseling psychologist and the owner of BB Counseling. Dr. Burgess received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts. Upon graduation, he went on to receive his Master's Degree and Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Seton Hall University. Dr. Burgess treats a variety of disorders including but not limited to anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, ocd, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, anger, chronic pain, marriage counseling , and parental counseling. Treatment also includes psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulators, and long term pain medication.

Kristin Newland earned her Masters Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years experience working with clients ages 10-18, young adults and adults dealing with difficult life transitions, anxiety and depression. Kristin is also a managing partner at Navesink Counseling Associates, overseeing and supervising a team of skilled clinicians.

Within a warm and nuturing environment, I provide therapy as an collaboration between you and myself. Although our focus is current an understanding of family history and early experiences are an integral part of out time together. Because of my working with divorce related issues, I have a high regard and respect for marriage ...I have trained in couples therapy, EMDR which is trauma based treatment, hypnosis and family therapy. Please feel free to contact me if you would like more information. I look forward to hearing from you.

I view each client as an individual who deserves respect, empathy, and support. Therapy should be place where you feel seen and heard in a genuine way. Perhaps you have issues that are overwhelming. I have discovered it is never to late to change, to live a more positive and happy life. Together we can develop a plan and work through your stressful situations to recovery and healing. When life gets hard, we need a place where we can talk about difficult topics. I am here to guide you to work through these difficult topics.

I work with individuals and couples whose lives have been interrupted by depression, anxiety,and trauma. Psychotherapy, like pastoral care and psychoanlysis, is "soul work" - self expression in the presence of a trusted friend and guide. In this safe space of the therapeutic relationship, thoughts and feelings, dreams and fantasies, desires and fears are given voice -- loud and clear, and without judgment. Authentic verbal and emotional expression is transformative. As dysfunctional patterns of thought and behavior become clear, as shattered parts of the self are recognized and linked, a new wholeness is achieved which offers the courage to change and the joy of freedom.

I have over 20 years experience treating anxiety disorders. My clients describe me as approachable and as having a relaxed interactive style .My goal is to help a client develop throughout their lifetime to be the best person they can possibly be. I try to provide guidance, compassion and understanding as a client faces the many transitions in their life whether it be related to their career, their marriage or their family.

I provide Individual, Couples, and Family Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. My specialties include: Adult Children of Alcoholics, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bereavement/Grief, Child Abuse/Neglect, Chronic Illness, Depression, Domestic Violence, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Impulse Control Disorders, Marital /Couples Issues, Meditation/Mindfulness, Mood Disorders, OCD/Compulsion, Pain Management, Panic Attacks, Personality Disorders (e.g., Borderline, Narcissistic, etc.), Phobias, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/Trauma, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self-acceptance, Self-mutilation/Cutting, Sex Abuse Victim, Sleep Disorders, Social Skills, Stress, Substance Abuse, Suicidality, Weight Loss, and Women's Issues.

An important, positive, life event occurs when you decide to seek therapy. It is not an easy decision. Should you decide to call me, you can anticipate that it will be a gentle, informative and positive experience. Clients describe me as being upbeat, easygoing and knowledgable. While I generally use Cognitive, Behavioral Treatment, I am trained in a variety of treatment modalities which can be tailored to your needs. What will always happen is hope as we work together to repair what I often describe as "broken dreams."

Are you looking to make changes in your life? Do you engage in substance abuse or other negative habits that lead to anxiety and depression leaving you sad and without coping skills? Often your own habits are obstacles that sabotage change. Learning how to overcome these obstacles and make positive changes in your life is what therapy is all about. You will discover things about yourself that have kept you from experiencing the quality of life that you deserve. Talk therapy along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can be the journey you need to take as you learn to live a more positive, fulfilling life.

I have discovered that the key to effective therapy does not lie in any particular method, but rather the authenticity of the relationship. Effective treatment relies on listening to people in the deepest possible way; listening for an individual to tell me what they really want and need, and how they will best be able to receive that. One really has to know how to speak respectfully, and in accordance with the client's world view. Only then can the creative process begin, whereby that person can access new ways of seeing and sensing themselves and the world around them.

You feel like something is holding you back...whether it's at work, in your relationship, as a parent, or just in where you thought your life would be by now. For the most part your life, career, or marriage is ok;but you envision better. You want to feel the depth and intimacy you once felt with your partner and stop the ongoing arguments. You want to stop holding back at work; or feeling inadequate as a parent because you just don't know what to do next about your child's behavior. You are stressed and overwhelmed, feeling like no one truly gets it. Your relationships are well enough, but you are missing depth, connection and meaning. Perhaps you are waiting for motivation to strike you? As you wait, the days, months, and years fly by and you remain stuck, vowing that next week...month...year...or time, things will be different. Why wait? You deserve NOW. You want to thrive in your life and change the way things feel at this moment. You want to stop repeating the same patterns, arguments, and situations that keep you unhappy. Perhaps you can do it alone, but what if nothing changes? There is a better solution. Seeking outside support is a sign of strength and readiness for change

Life transitions can create extreme stress as well as profound opportunity. Relationships that we depend on; with our spouse, parents, children, colleagues inevitably change and may benefit from a fresh perspective. My expertise enables us to examine these relationships with compassion, facilitating insight that can lead to change. I received a doctorate in psychology and religion as well as formal training in individual, marriage and family therapy. I have 25+ years of experience offering relational psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups.

Going from "I Do", to "I Don't", to "I’m Divorced" is something that people don’t anticipate when they get married. However, it is estimated that nearly fifty percent of marriages end in divorce. The journey from signing marriage documents to finalizing a divorce decree is different for every couple. Thinking about getting separated, going through the process, and learning how to transition into post-divorce life can be a difficult road - and is often overwhelming. I can help you navigate this road. Your marriage may be ending but your life isn't over. Every end is a new beginning.

I entered this journey into Mental Health Counseling out of a strong desire to serve others after a long career on Wall Street. My ideal clients are couples who have arrived at an impasse in their relationship and individuals struggling with addiction. Whatever the issue, I work with my clients to help them gain a deeper understanding of themselves and solutions that make sense. I believe in building a relationship rooted in trust and empathy and working with my clients to develop a treatment plan aligned with their needs.

It usually takes couples about 6 years to get help for problems in their relationship or marriage . While there are many reasons for that, that is a long time to be unhappy. Couples/ marriage counseling works, even after infidelity and other significant events. Sexual and intimate issues are also commonly experienced but difficult to discuss. I have many years of experience and training regarding these challenges and create a safe an comfortable environment for addressing them. For individuals, I deal with the range of relationship issues, depression, anxiety, sexuality, and recovery from addiction.