Couples Counseling Therapists in Ridgewood, NJ
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Paula Metzger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I bring 21 years of pastoral counseling experience to my 14 years of clinical practice with adults, children,
couples
and families. My clinical and pastoral background gives me the opportunity to provide a gentle calming presence and a compassionate understanding to my work with individuals and families who struggle with managing life challenges related to anxiety, depression and resolving conflict. I also provide life coaching to help individuals navigate life transitions due to separation, divorce, loss and grief.
Not accepting new clients

Catherine Berezansky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, -R
Verified
Verified
Therapy is about telling the truth. Listening for it, discovering it, and acknowledging it with the help of someone who makes that possible through trust. It's also about growth beyond difficult times, with guidance and encouragement.
Over the last 25 years, mental health studies reveal that the most significant factor in successful outcomes is the alliance between the therapist and client. Often the practitioner's credentials, methodology, and theoretical framework are secondary.
I specialize in work with
couples
, individuals and adolescents. My credentials include the 6-year psychotherapy privilege, the highest licensing of my profession in New York State.

Diana Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified
Verified
In addition to my work with individuals I offer
couples
therapy and family therapy as part of my private practice.
The most important thing to me as a therapist is to create a safe, warm, and comfortable environment where you can feel free to share whatever is on your mind without judgement. My goal is to provide you with the support, guidance and the tools necessary in order to make lasting change and find the answers you seek.

David Schaublin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My work with individuals,
couples
and families includes a specialization in parent-child conflict, relationship issues, divorce/remarriage, anxiety, depression, effective communication, self-esteem/self worth, feelings of isolation, anger issues, substance abuse and other addictions.
People seek therapy for a variety of reasons. Some wish to heal long-standing issues, while others seek to find ways to cope more effectively, improve their relationships or make better choices in their lives. Whether you wish to address a current challenge or a long-standing issue, I am prepared to support you with compassion, empathy and understanding. My approach to therapy is client-centered, interactive and collaborative. I work with you to meet your individual needs and provide you the space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I offer support and acceptance as you work through your challenges and move towards your goals.

Sarah D Perkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, NCPsyA
Verified
Verified
I've helped
couples
stay together, children grow strong, adolescents adjust and autistic people feel more understood.
Taking a step to admit that things are not right in your life is difficult, but there is no shame in that. At some point in our lives, we all need help. Some people think that asking for help implies weakness, or a lack of strength. Asking for help when vulnerable, however, is wise. Instead of bearing pain and emotional distress alone, you can find strength in a psychotherapeutic relationship. Let me help you find your source of strength through psychotherapy. I work with patients wanting to examine and understand their emotional pain.

Leila Ostad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBS
Verified
Verified
I specialize in supporting teens and adults with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder with individual therapy, support groups, family therapy and
couples
therapy.
Using my biomedical and clinical experience, I will help you understand the reasons behind your ingrained behaviors. With an understanding of why you acted or reacted in the past, along with new coping skills and ways of thinking, you will be able to break toxic patterns and create a more satisfying, fulfilling and connected life, with healthy and fulfilling relationships. I use several therapeutic modulaties to to provide you with a safe and warm environment where you can explore feelings, situations and behaviors and learn new strategies and skills.

Aimee DeSheplo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am accepting new clients- Free 15 minute consultation available. Balancing the demands of life can be stressful and anxiety provoking; I am here to help. With the fast pace of our society as well as the definition of the family system changing-many have difficulty dealing with a variety of life stressors. As a result some may struggle to cope with everyday obstacles that can effect their emotional and physical health/wellbeing. I have experience with clients that may be dealing with depression or anxiety-as well as
couples counseling
. I also have knowledge of the school system and can assist with ones career and or life goals.

Lee Ann Marquard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyA
Verified
Verified
Life can get better. Change can happen. I treat individuals and
couples
struggling with depression and anxiety who are seeking to free themselves from continued suffering. Reaching out for help is an action of strength. My approach is empathic and nonjudgemental. The right professional guidance can help you feel better and potentially change your life. Many of my patients have found greater happiness and fulfillment. I specialize in treatment for anxiety and depression as well as relationship issues. Call today to set up an initial consultation.

Marvin Leibowtiz PhD, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified
Verified
I have over 45 years of experiuence working with every age group, individuals,
couples
, and families. I am particularly interested in self growth, creativity, and leading a meaningful life. I believe that a person cannot go forward until they know themselves deeply. The relationship that is developed between the person and myself is essential to gaining this awareness and making the choices that bring both personal fulfillment and gratifying relationships.

Madeline Cassano
LMSW
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience working with adolescents, families,
couples
, athletes, and LGBTQ identified people and their families in multiple spaces including school settings, alternative school environments, professional spaces, and private practice. My focus is working with parents,
couples
, families, adolescents, and children who present with a range of concerns including grief and loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, gender identity, emotional dysregulation, postpartum, infertility, and athletic performance.

Elana Blumenthal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PsyA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am an open and sensitive person and clients feel very comfortable with me from the outset. I work well with individuals,
couples
and families and can assist with a wide variety of problems that people face throughout their lives; marital/relationship difficulties, learning and school challenges, parenting struggles, major life events, and the depression and anxiety that often accompany all of life's ups and downs. By helping people gain some clarity of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, they can hopefully achieve a greater sense of control in their lives-- thereby leading to a greater sense of peace and wellness.

Sarina Price
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, R-DMT
Verified
Verified
It takes strength and courage to seek help. I applaud you for making it this far. I am a lifespan LPC and expressive arts therapist. My work is primarily with children (and families), adolescents and young adults, though I do additionally see adults individually as well as
couples
. Parents and individual clients alike often come to me with concerns of anxiety, depression, self-regulation, behavioral issues, performance challenges (school, sports, work, etc.), and life transitions, just to name a few. I largely utilize mindfulness-based techniques as it is only with present awareness that we can change our lived experiences.

Robin Kanen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I use whichever combination of therapeutic modalities- psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, or
couples
therapy which would be most useful in achieving our goals.
As a licensed psychologist in practice for over 25 years, I have been so fortunate to have fostered personal growth and fulfillment in those I have worked with. I help people to build on their strengths in order to enjoy their lives. The first sign of strength is recognizing that there is a problem and coming for help. I work with people of all ages, but specialize in adolescents and young adults. I deal with a wide variety of emotional difficulties and have experience helping with adjustment to college and early adulthood, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and parenting concerns.

Medina Colaku
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Learning how to hold space for yourself and your emotions can be difficult. You deserve a space to slow down, take a breath, and connect with what matters most to you. Therapy can be that space for you. I specialize in working with humans who are experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, or are in the midst of life changes or have experienced trauma in life. We'll access a place inside you that allows you to become more curious and aware of the unconscious processes currently running your life. I also work a great deal with
couples
to understand the very same unconscious processes running their relationships.

Gloria Leder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have over 30 years of experience as a practicing clinician who uses a variety of treatment approaches, in order to provide you with the best possible outcome. My goal is to help you to navigate in any of the life experiences or situations that have created an impasse. I am interested in supporting you to achieve your best possible way of living. I work in a psychodynamic manner as well as a more direct solution focused paradigm. This can include using DBT, CBT, EMDR, and mindfulness. I see individuals and/or
couples
. I am strength based, in working with you to navigate towards healing.

Shari A Becker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
It is my pleasure and privilege to work with individuals,
couples
and families in my Ridgewood private practice. Since receiving my Ph.D. in 1998, I have had the opportunity to offer psychotherapy to late teens and adults who are struggling with issues related to mood, anxiety, body image, self worth and relationships. I take a highly interactive approach to treatment, engaging with my patients as they explore the obstacles to their optimal spiritual, mental, physical and emotional well-being. Our goal, working together, is to turn those obstacles into opportunities for openness and integrity in personal and relationship issues.

Jane E Silver
Counselor, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I've worked with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) I've worked with individuals,
couples
and families.
Congratulations on taking the first step to a better life for yourself! It takes great courage to open yourself up and to contemplate change, even more so during the pandemic. I will be both your guide and
partner
as you explore your ideas and your options and recognize the choices that are available to you. I see my role in this partnership as a creative, compassionate, and insightful guide. I want you to feel safe and accepted so that we go can through the process of exploration that leads to resolutions of your challenges and a change in your beliefs about yourself and your world so you feel more secure and connected

Deborah R Wagner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I treat individuals,
couples
and families with a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, perimenopause, relationship problems, peer and school difficulties, abuse, grief, and more.
In understanding that individuals in pain or having a particular challenge in life may make only one attempt at reaching out for help, I strive to welcome and set at ease every one who contacts me. Most therapy patients are ordinary people that have hit a bump in the road of life and cannot get past it on their own.
My commitment, through goal directed therapy, is to help those people return to their optimal level of coping with the sometimes mild, sometimes severe challenges that life brings their way and guide them back to a sense of well being.

Stephanie Shapiro
LSW, PhD, Can, didate
Verified
Verified
My specialties include: Adolescents/Youth, Adults,
Couples
, Semi Holistic, and Pharmacological Approaches to treating mind, body, soul, and environment.
Is the 'help-seeking' process hard for you? If you find that you're overwhelmed by that: feeling anxious, depressed, or having trouble dealing with a certain situation, look no further! I can help bring clarity to your life. My therapy incorporates YOUR needs and strengths into a semi-holistic approach that compliments pharmacological interventions. This means we use methods to treat the mind, body, soul, AND environment. Each goal is realistic and at YOUR pace. I can help you discover control. I will always provide you with the skills and tools to avoid re-occurrence of these issues.

Beth Peritz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JD
Verified
Verified
I am a psychotherapist with over 20 years experience working with teenagers, adults,
couples
and families. I work with an attachment focus which means that I believe that the relationship with you is most important to healing and change. Our relationship needs to be based on compassion, support, trust and your feeling safe with me. In addition I am always increasing my knowledge finding new ways to help such as CBT, EMDR, AEDP, EFT, DDP. I would be happy to talk to you about how I can be of help 201-755-5040 or you can visit my website for more information www.ridgewoodpsychotherapy.com
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What type of Ridgewood mental health professional is right for me?
While most types of therapy have a lot in common, they also fall into clusters that share core features, such as cognitive therapies or psychodynamic approaches. It is important to seek someone who practices evidence-based therapy, meaning one or more forms of treatment that have been scientifically evaluated and tested, and demonstrate consistent improvement for a majority of patients.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
If you are unsure about choosing the right therapist or psychologist, it might be useful to first learn more about therapy types and modalities.
How to find a therapist or counselor in Ridgewood?
When looking to find a therapist, start by considering training and credentials. Studies also indicate that the therapeutic alliance, or the relationship the client develops with the therapist, is an important factor in their ability to work together to achieve the client’s goals.
What method of therapy is right for me?
When it comes to treatment methods, there's no 'right way.’ Each method of therapy can be beneficial for a variety of issues. Finding a psychologist or therapist who is a good fit for you is the most important step to discovering what type of therapy, or combination of therapeutic approaches, will meet your individual needs. Learn what to expect from different types of therapy and how they work.
How to use my insurance?
Understanding cost and insurance coverage is an important concern for many people. With some basic research and conversations with prospective therapists, you should be able to have a good understanding of the best way to afford therapy.