Female Therapists in Upper Saddle River, NJ
Are you feeling tired, emotionally drained,or struggle to get out of bed? Do you experience painful emotions including anger, resentment, or shame? Are you repeating the cycle of unhealthy or self-destructive behavior? Does your child or teenager seem sad, anxious, or irritable? My name is Barbara Samaan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 12 years of experience counseling children, adolescents and adults and working with individuals, couples, and families. Areas of expertise include: working with individuals with chronic illnesses, disability, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, faith based counseling, and trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Are you feeling tired, emotionally drained,or struggle to get out of bed? Do you experience painful emotions including anger, resentment, or shame? Are you repeating the cycle of unhealthy or self-destructive behavior? Does your child or teenager seem sad, anxious, or irritable? My name is Barbara Samaan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 12 years of experience counseling children, adolescents and adults and working with individuals, couples, and families. Areas of expertise include: working with individuals with chronic illnesses, disability, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, faith based counseling, and trauma, abuse, and neglect.
How can I help you? I work with adults and young people who are facing difficulties in their personal relationships, are suffering from anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, low self-esteem, or other mood/personality disorders. Please contact me if you are looking to improve your overall mental health, or have other specific target goals that you are having trouble with attaining on your own.
How can I help you? I work with adults and young people who are facing difficulties in their personal relationships, are suffering from anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, low self-esteem, or other mood/personality disorders. Please contact me if you are looking to improve your overall mental health, or have other specific target goals that you are having trouble with attaining on your own.
As a psychologist, I assist people in acquiring greater creative and emotional competencies, reconnecting with themselves and significant others, and removing obstacles to personal happiness and joy.
Psychotherapy is about personal growth, healing after emotional trauma and grief, and realizing one's fullest potential. In therapy sessions we examine meaningful relationships, communication styles, and barriers to success with a goal of restoring a sense of balance to your life and, by extension, to the lives of others who care deeply about you. For those who wish to deepen their self-understanding, we explore the unconscious by analyzing dreams, memories, and fantasies.
As a psychologist, I assist people in acquiring greater creative and emotional competencies, reconnecting with themselves and significant others, and removing obstacles to personal happiness and joy.
Psychotherapy is about personal growth, healing after emotional trauma and grief, and realizing one's fullest potential. In therapy sessions we examine meaningful relationships, communication styles, and barriers to success with a goal of restoring a sense of balance to your life and, by extension, to the lives of others who care deeply about you. For those who wish to deepen their self-understanding, we explore the unconscious by analyzing dreams, memories, and fantasies.
Robin Guterman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NCRAC
Verified Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been treating teens, adults and families for over 25 years. My goal with teens is help change emotional and behavioral patterns that become roadblocks to achieving a healthy and secure life. My focus with adults is to help change unhealthy patterns by finding new ways of thinking, behaving and responding to maximize potential. My clients struggle with mental health issues, trauma, behavioral problems and addictive disorders including: substance abuse, gambling, social media, eating, etc. I guide my clients towards establishing balance in life for lasting change and continued growth.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been treating teens, adults and families for over 25 years. My goal with teens is help change emotional and behavioral patterns that become roadblocks to achieving a healthy and secure life. My focus with adults is to help change unhealthy patterns by finding new ways of thinking, behaving and responding to maximize potential. My clients struggle with mental health issues, trauma, behavioral problems and addictive disorders including: substance abuse, gambling, social media, eating, etc. I guide my clients towards establishing balance in life for lasting change and continued growth.
Family Psychiatry and Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 (Online Only)
We pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, clean and confidential atmosphere for our patients. We treat all ages and stages of development. We have emergency and same-day appointments. Confidentiality and privacy are maintained to the strictest of standards. We have modern electronic medical records and electronic prescribing.
We pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, clean and confidential atmosphere for our patients. We treat all ages and stages of development. We have emergency and same-day appointments. Confidentiality and privacy are maintained to the strictest of standards. We have modern electronic medical records and electronic prescribing.
I am a Licensed Psychologist working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficult life changes and stages. I work within a psychodynamic framework and I am interactive. I believe that to make changes today we need to explore the past to gain better understanding of ourselves. I encourage the exploration of relationships within the cultural context. I work with children, adolescents and adults with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, and career issues.
I am a Licensed Psychologist working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficult life changes and stages. I work within a psychodynamic framework and I am interactive. I believe that to make changes today we need to explore the past to gain better understanding of ourselves. I encourage the exploration of relationships within the cultural context. I work with children, adolescents and adults with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, and career issues.
Cheryl Golub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Anxiety, depression and relationship problems can make life challenging for both adults and the children they care about. I would like to offer you help in a comfortable, empathetic environment. My practice specializes in addressing and treating the unique challenges faced by adolescents and teens. Treatment specializations include: family/peer relationships; bullying; self-esteem; self-harming; substance abuse; grief and loss; parenting; survivors of childhood abuse.
Anxiety, depression and relationship problems can make life challenging for both adults and the children they care about. I would like to offer you help in a comfortable, empathetic environment. My practice specializes in addressing and treating the unique challenges faced by adolescents and teens. Treatment specializations include: family/peer relationships; bullying; self-esteem; self-harming; substance abuse; grief and loss; parenting; survivors of childhood abuse.
Janet Browner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyA
Verified Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 (Online Only)
If you are feeling stuck; struggling with your relationships, career issues or anxiety; or just really want to get more out of life, Psychotherapy may be able to help. It is important to find someone with whom you feel comfortable and who has the skills to really listen and help. I have extensive clinical experience helping with Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Work issues, Self-confidence, Imposter syndrome, Anxiety, and Parenting. Additional specializations include: Body Image Issues, Sexuality Concerns, and Infertility.
If you are feeling stuck; struggling with your relationships, career issues or anxiety; or just really want to get more out of life, Psychotherapy may be able to help. It is important to find someone with whom you feel comfortable and who has the skills to really listen and help. I have extensive clinical experience helping with Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Work issues, Self-confidence, Imposter syndrome, Anxiety, and Parenting. Additional specializations include: Body Image Issues, Sexuality Concerns, and Infertility.
Melinda Inzani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CACYSW, C-AS
Verified Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458 (Online Only)
We all want to be our best self. As different and one-of a kind as we are, we all want similar things; to reach our goals and be happy. Having the ability to be more positive, forgiving, successful, valuable and loving are just a few things we desire. Finding the courage to speak our minds, feeling connected to each other, discovering what our hearts are searching for and remaining determined is something we all strive for. At the end of the day, we desire a sense of belonging, self-worth and the ability to have radical compassion.
We all want to be our best self. As different and one-of a kind as we are, we all want similar things; to reach our goals and be happy. Having the ability to be more positive, forgiving, successful, valuable and loving are just a few things we desire. Finding the courage to speak our minds, feeling connected to each other, discovering what our hearts are searching for and remaining determined is something we all strive for. At the end of the day, we desire a sense of belonging, self-worth and the ability to have radical compassion.
Bergen Psychotherapy & Neuropsychology, Inc.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Waitlist for new clients
Please note, I am only taking patients affected by the current war in Israel. I am doing this as a community service. As a PhD Clinical Psychologist for over 25 years, I have worked with a wide range of patients including executives, veterans, students and parents. While everyone is unique, my approach to treatment generally focuses on helping the patient understand the connections between their thoughts, feelings and behaviors so that they ultimately can gain better control over all of them and find the personal meaning in their life.
Please note, I am only taking patients affected by the current war in Israel. I am doing this as a community service. As a PhD Clinical Psychologist for over 25 years, I have worked with a wide range of patients including executives, veterans, students and parents. While everyone is unique, my approach to treatment generally focuses on helping the patient understand the connections between their thoughts, feelings and behaviors so that they ultimately can gain better control over all of them and find the personal meaning in their life.
Family Psychiatry and Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
Adolescence and young adulthood can be both the most exciting and trying time in one's life. Having a therapist to help navigate through those times can make all the difference in how one copes and moves forward. I strive to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment for each client. My clinical experience includes a specialization in the areas of eating disorders, self harm behaviors, and addiction, as well as the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with a range of issues such as, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, impulsivity, and difficult life transitions.
Adolescence and young adulthood can be both the most exciting and trying time in one's life. Having a therapist to help navigate through those times can make all the difference in how one copes and moves forward. I strive to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment for each client. My clinical experience includes a specialization in the areas of eating disorders, self harm behaviors, and addiction, as well as the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with a range of issues such as, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, impulsivity, and difficult life transitions.
I have respect for any individual who is willing to engage in psychotherapy in order to work toward a better life. That respect is at the core of a strong clinical relationship, which I strive to achieve with every client. I believe my role as a psychologist is to allow my clients to be heard, and to help them navigate the change process in a way that makes sense for them.
I have respect for any individual who is willing to engage in psychotherapy in order to work toward a better life. That respect is at the core of a strong clinical relationship, which I strive to achieve with every client. I believe my role as a psychologist is to allow my clients to be heard, and to help them navigate the change process in a way that makes sense for them.
Lara Maurino Donahue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
My work with individuals and couples includes a specialization in communication, relationship issues, shame, vulnerability, self-esteem issues, anxiety/depression, and any barrier to fulfilling one's full potential. I use cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, and take a strengths-based approach to encourage and promote self-awareness and empowerment. My style combines clinical techniques with a holistic perspective that takes into account a body-mind-heart connection. I describe this connection as awareness of health, thoughts, and emotions.
My work with individuals and couples includes a specialization in communication, relationship issues, shame, vulnerability, self-esteem issues, anxiety/depression, and any barrier to fulfilling one's full potential. I use cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies, and take a strengths-based approach to encourage and promote self-awareness and empowerment. My style combines clinical techniques with a holistic perspective that takes into account a body-mind-heart connection. I describe this connection as awareness of health, thoughts, and emotions.
A key ingredient to successful therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship. To foster this relationship I am open and honest with my client's and create an environment that allow the people I work with to feel cared for, safe, and free from judgement. My main treatment method is cognitive behavioral therapy however I take an integrative approach to treatment. I consider the individual needs of my clients, I help them regulate their emotions, manage stressors, and function effectively in their daily lives. I work with my clients collaboratively to develop interventions and coping strategies that work for them.
A key ingredient to successful therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship. To foster this relationship I am open and honest with my client's and create an environment that allow the people I work with to feel cared for, safe, and free from judgement. My main treatment method is cognitive behavioral therapy however I take an integrative approach to treatment. I consider the individual needs of my clients, I help them regulate their emotions, manage stressors, and function effectively in their daily lives. I work with my clients collaboratively to develop interventions and coping strategies that work for them.
Shemsi Prinzivalli
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCTS
Verified Verified
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I work with a wide range of human difficulties. From young adults trying to find their way, to individuals struggling with anxiety or depression, I believe that my work is to draw out the hidden potential in each person. Throughout the years I have trained in a wide spectrum of modalities, ranging from cognitive-behavioral therapy, to attachment theory and advanced work with the subconscious mind. And sometimes just talking about an issue in a safe environment, giving it words, allows the next step towards a happier life.
With over 25 years of experience in the mental health field, I work with a wide range of human difficulties. From young adults trying to find their way, to individuals struggling with anxiety or depression, I believe that my work is to draw out the hidden potential in each person. Throughout the years I have trained in a wide spectrum of modalities, ranging from cognitive-behavioral therapy, to attachment theory and advanced work with the subconscious mind. And sometimes just talking about an issue in a safe environment, giving it words, allows the next step towards a happier life.
I believe creating a comfortable, warm, and of course confidential environment is key. Sharing one's thoughts and feelings can be difficult work, but careful, compassionate listening, thoughtful reflection and a sense of humor can make it easier to engage in the therapeutic process.
I work psychodynamically, thinking about you as a whole person, not as a cluster of symptoms. Together, we will consider your experiences from early life, patterns of relating and refine goals for cultivating a satisfying, meaningful life.
I believe creating a comfortable, warm, and of course confidential environment is key. Sharing one's thoughts and feelings can be difficult work, but careful, compassionate listening, thoughtful reflection and a sense of humor can make it easier to engage in the therapeutic process.
I work psychodynamically, thinking about you as a whole person, not as a cluster of symptoms. Together, we will consider your experiences from early life, patterns of relating and refine goals for cultivating a satisfying, meaningful life.
Is your child or teen going through a difficult time? Are you feeling challenged by their emotional responses and/ or behaviors? I'm here to help. I specialize in working with children ages 4 to 14 with anxiety, ADHD and behavioral concerns, as well as providing support to parents with children of all ages. My aim is to provide a safe, caring environment where my clients feel comfortable to explore their feelings and any challenges they may be experiencing. I aspire to help my clients develop effective coping skills, as well as the resilience to face whatever obstacles life may bring along.
Is your child or teen going through a difficult time? Are you feeling challenged by their emotional responses and/ or behaviors? I'm here to help. I specialize in working with children ages 4 to 14 with anxiety, ADHD and behavioral concerns, as well as providing support to parents with children of all ages. My aim is to provide a safe, caring environment where my clients feel comfortable to explore their feelings and any challenges they may be experiencing. I aspire to help my clients develop effective coping skills, as well as the resilience to face whatever obstacles life may bring along.
Bereavement Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
It may feel like it, but you are not alone! We will work together to effectively understand and naturally navigate your bereavement process. I remain the therapist on Staten Island that utilizes restorative therapies such as biofeedback, applied mindfulness and creative art therapies to bring hope, recovery and renewal to help you through your grief. You’re invited to join our online grief community, Together Thru Grief” at no cost to you. No one has to walk alone on their journey through bereavement. For full information, go to the website and follow the link to find friendship and hope through the togetherness of our community.
It may feel like it, but you are not alone! We will work together to effectively understand and naturally navigate your bereavement process. I remain the therapist on Staten Island that utilizes restorative therapies such as biofeedback, applied mindfulness and creative art therapies to bring hope, recovery and renewal to help you through your grief. You’re invited to join our online grief community, Together Thru Grief” at no cost to you. No one has to walk alone on their journey through bereavement. For full information, go to the website and follow the link to find friendship and hope through the togetherness of our community.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a relationship expert specializing in individual and couples therapy. I've helped numerous couples reconnect, build healthy marriages and work through the challenges of divorce and finding love again. At the core of my work is an integrative approach that helps women and men accept themselves more and connect to others in meaningful ways. My experience in private practice and community mental health settings provides individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues with a collaborative approach and multiple clinicians on staff with many specialties.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a relationship expert specializing in individual and couples therapy. I've helped numerous couples reconnect, build healthy marriages and work through the challenges of divorce and finding love again. At the core of my work is an integrative approach that helps women and men accept themselves more and connect to others in meaningful ways. My experience in private practice and community mental health settings provides individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues with a collaborative approach and multiple clinicians on staff with many specialties.
If you are feeling fearful of disappointing people, overcome by your emotions, or super aware of your surroundings, life can feel exhausting. Maybe you've been told "You're too sensitive", leaving you feeling judged. This can make you feel flawed, leaving you anxious and in constant fear. These are some of the difficulties Highly Sensitive People (HSP) experience. Life is full of rigid judgments, however, it’s in the gray space that we grow and explore. Society pressures us to conform, particularly when it comes to gender + sexuality. I am a dedicated advocate for LGBTQIA+ individuals who are exploring multiple aspects of identity.
If you are feeling fearful of disappointing people, overcome by your emotions, or super aware of your surroundings, life can feel exhausting. Maybe you've been told "You're too sensitive", leaving you feeling judged. This can make you feel flawed, leaving you anxious and in constant fear. These are some of the difficulties Highly Sensitive People (HSP) experience. Life is full of rigid judgments, however, it’s in the gray space that we grow and explore. Society pressures us to conform, particularly when it comes to gender + sexuality. I am a dedicated advocate for LGBTQIA+ individuals who are exploring multiple aspects of identity.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.