Therapists in South Orange, NJ

I utilize my extensive and varied knowledge and experience to provide support and education with an individualized strength-based therapeutic approach to confronting the presenting problems in order to empower healthy people which will nurture healthy families and build healthy communities. I would like to welcome you to a non-judgmental zone where you can relax and release what you need to in order to find healing and comfort. Please do not use the number posted, please call me directly at 9733930312 (leave message) or email me for a quick response. Thank you and I look forward to helping you through to reach growth and healing.

I am a psychotherapist trained in a variety of approaches designed to help you reach your personal/relationship goals and self-understanding: includes hypnotherapy, EMDR, coaching, sex therapy, employee assistance, cognitive-behavioral and family systems. We can decide which approaches will be most effective for you on your healing journey. In a warm, comfortable environment, you can explore new insights and learn new skills to achieve emotional well-being and harmonious relationships. I pride myself on listening with compassion, without judgment.

Many of my clients come into treatment with clear goals, such as finding ways to cope with anxiety, improving the quality of their relationships, or shifting their patterns of disordered eating, whereas others may be less sure of their goals but know that something feels "off" in their life. Our work will start with a thorough assessment and exploratory goal setting to help identify our focus areas. We will then work collaboratively to identify interventions that are most effective for them, such as learning targeted coping skills, identifying and shifting interpersonal patterns, or increasing insight into thoughts and emotions.

I have a Master of Science Degree in Social Work, a Doctor of Public Health Degree in Sociomedical Sciences, a Master of Public Health Degree in Health Policy from Columbia University, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science and Pre-Medical Studies from Barnard College of Columbia University. My practice is evidence-based, humanistic, and solution-focused. I utilize eclectic and different therapeutic modalities tailored to fit a client's unique needs.

I focus on the life situations which caused my clients to consider therapy.We explore all of the circumstances which have caused distress in the individual, family, or work place, A treatment plan is developed with the client's review, and consideration is given to the desired outcome within flexible time frames. Client's rights and privacy are always given the highest regard.

As a maternal mental health specialist with over 20 years of experience, patients generally come to me feeling stressed, anxious, and/or depressed while pregnant or postpartum. I also work with women who are struggling to find work-life harmony, and with high school and college age students navigating young adulthood. With warmth and compassion, I will work closely with you to help you appreciate and understand why you feel and behave the way you do, and to help you develop new and more effective ways to manage your distress.

Change is often initiated when the discomfort from pain is worse than the discomfort from fear of change. People can embrace their resiliencies and connect to a sense of purpose in order to overcome that fear. The act of reaching out for help is a courageous first step.

Pain is inevitable in life, but does need to stop us from living fully and beautifully. Through therapy I aim to help those I work with live deeper, happier lives with more balance and fulfillment. I believe that a strong, supportive relationship between the therapist and client is a fundamental factor in treatment. I see therapy as a collaborative process and empower those I work with to help direct the course of treatment. Additionally, I take a holistic view that includes attending to societal power structures that can contribute to and exacerbate the difficulties people face.

Do you feel like your past is holding you back? Do you suffer from self-esteem problems, but can't figure out why? Are intrusive thoughts plaguing you? Are anxiety and depression making you feel stuck?

I believe that life is a journey filled with tough challenges placed on our path to help us learn and grow. I provide safe, caring individual, couples, family and child therapy. I help adults, children, couples and parents to overcome problems and live the life they deserve. My web site is: www.drrodgergoddard.com. I help clients strengthen skills in the 4 key areas of life: Body, Mind, Heart and Soul. Visit my website or call for more information about my services, books and apps. My latest book is available in digital format on Amazon: The 10 Life Changing Tools for Overcoming Stress, Anxiety and Depression.

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in the state of New Jersey with a certification in psychoanalysis from the Center for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis of New Jersey. I am also certified to administer the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator and to interpret the results. I have 25 years of experience working in a mental health clinic with a variety of ethnic and cultural groups. I have an interest in attachment and relationship issues and how they contribute to problems in living. I have been in private practice since 1995.

Your child struggles in social situations. Your child may seem overly sensitive. Your child may seem to lash out in emotionally inappropriate ways. Your child may have experienced trauma such as witnessing adults fighting, bullying, divorce, loss of a parent due to death or imprisonment. Your child's grades fluctuate depending on their emotional circumstances. You would like to see your child doing better at home, at school and in the world.

My approach to therapy focuses on the person as an individual and how they live and respond in their environment. I provide individual therapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Modification, Motivational Interviewing, psycho-educational and supportive counseling approaches to adolescents through adults in a respectful, affirming and culturally sensitive manner.

Most people experience times in their lives when they need a little help. I've been in practice for over 20 years and I've helped many many patients through difficult periods such as divorce, illness, deaths and other tough life transitions. Whether you are struggling with relationship challenges, family issues, work problems, or finances; the insight and support of a trained professional can be extremely useful.

I am a client-centered therapist with extensive experience in providing culturally-competent individual, couples and family therapy. If you are experiencing stress,moments of sadness, feeling overwhelmed by life demands, feeling agitated and depressed I can help you. If you are going through issues of loss of a loved one, having problem controlling your anger, experiencing conflicts in your relationship, I can help you.If you are a teen experiencing transitional, mood issues, relationship issues, or if you are a family experiencing conflicts in your relationships, I can help you. I have a high rate of client-to-client referrals.

I work with women who suffer from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and body image concerns. I work with mothers who struggle with self-care, particularly their body image post-pregnancy. Are you a mother of young children? Finding it hard to parent at this time? Are you finding that parenting is effecting your mood and ability to parent? I encourage you to reach out and connect with me if you think this is you at this time. I currently have openings in my NY and NJ practice. I am virtual right now but see some clients in person with COVID safety measures in place.

Starting the search for help is the hardest step so I applaud you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in private practice for 20 years. I pride myself in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to be open and learn about themselves. The goal is to move toward solutions to help heal.

We all are facing challenging times, and none of us are immune to the complexities of our world, or our place within it. These days, it’s easy to feel lost, demotivated, stuck, fearful or overwhelmed, but… that’s okay. These feelings are normal. However, what you do with your feelings will determine how you approach your relationships, your career, your parenting or yourself. You already have everything you need within; you may just need help along the way to draw it out. At times like these, it’s easy to lose sight of your greatest asset: yourself. At Asset Therapy, we help you rediscover you.