Obesity Therapists in Spring Lake, NJ

I am a TEP, ACS, LPC, NCC and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. I am the owner of The Spring Lake Heights Counseling Center and the International Institute for Souldrama®. I have been practicing individual, marital, family and group psychotherapy for adults and children for over 30 years. I am a trainer, educator, and practitioner of group psychotherapy and psychodrama and am renowned in my field as an innovator, author, and teacher. I offer supervision for mental health professionals and training in action methods as well as a two year training program in Souldrama. I specialize in groups, relationships, training and supervision.

“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you thought you couldn’t do”. Reaching out for therapy is the definition of strength. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree from Monmouth University. I have 16 years of experience working intensively alongside a psychiatrist in an outpatient mental health setting prior to starting my own private practice. This experience was extremely valuable in sharpening my diagnostic skills and treatment planning abilities with clients. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.

I am a Licensed psychotherapist with experience in behavioral health. I treat adults, adolescents, and couples who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, divorce, relationships, anger, loss and trauma. I am also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug counselor. I work with individuals and families who are experiencing addiction difficulties in their lives. Together our goal is to change maladaptive thinking and behaviors through a therapeutic process in a safe and nurturing environment. Combining Twelve- Step philosophy and traditional and integrative therapies, clients undergo a comprehensive discharge planning process that ensures they will have a strong recovery.

I hold Certificates from The Center for the Study of Anorexia and Bulimia, where I am a supervisor; am a past president and current faculty member of the NY State Society of Ericksonian Hypnosis and Psychotherapy; and have supervised in the Graduate Programs for Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Social Work at Hunter College/CUNY.

I have been working in a private counseling setting since 2012. My counseling techniques include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, humanistic counseling and interpersonal counseling approaches. These techniques are always tailored to the clients' individual needs. I have extensive experience working with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress, teenage stress and self-esteem issues, and individuals who have endured traumatic experiences, due to domestic violence or military service. I am trained in Neuro and Biofeedback to help student and professional athletes to improve their sports performance.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with Bachelor Degrees from Rutgers University in Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Sociology, as well as a Master's Degree from Rutgers University in Clinical Social Work. I provide a client centered approach to therapy in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. I work with individuals of all ages who experience anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, substance use, and relationship difficulties. I have worked in crisis intervention, as well as outpatient psychiatric and mental health settings.