Teletherapy for River Edge, NJ

I work with adolescents (aged 18 and up) and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety (generalized, social and OCD), PTSD, disordered eating, gender, sexual and cultural identity issues, relationship issues, intimate partner violence, health issues, infertility and adoption related issues. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques and approaches in order to tailor treatment to fit your needs. I use a strength based approach with all clients to help them develop coping skills and techniques to manage the stressors in their lives.

To the outside world, you may have it altogether, and people may say to you how much of a superhero you are, but, inside you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed. Be proud of yourself for taking the first step for YOU. I work with adults struggling with overwhelming feelings, perinatal/ postpartum issues, anxiety, stress, and adjusting to life changes. Your pregnancies, delivery, or postpartum may not go as you hoped for, and we be left all alone with trying to cope with what happened, while being a new parent. Whether you are looking to find your new self as a parent, or not putting as much pressure on yourself.

Equality Mental Health directly helps with issues specific to the LGBTQ+ community: Questioning/Negotiating/Understanding Sexual Identity and Gender Identity. Navigating the Coming Out Process. Dating and Relationship Challenges. Family, Work and School Difficulties. Sex & Porn Addictions. Parenting Skills and Support. Parents of Children who are Coming Out. Same-Sex Parents Raising Children. Preparing for and Navigating the Journey of Transition. Coping with and Addressing Societal Discrimination and Prejudice. We welcome people of all races, cultures, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities.

Everyone goes through life picking up burdens—these can be unhelpful thoughts, difficult emotions, or challenging experiences. My goal is to help you understand how these burdens affect you so that you can create greater choice and intention in your life, increase richness and meaning, and decrease suffering. I believe the most important part of therapy is a trusting and genuine relationship between the therapist and client. My approach to therapy is collaborative and individualized. We will work together to observe what happens between us and how we each contribute to the relationship dynamic that emerges in the session.

Has opening up about things in your life you are struggling with been difficult? Have drugs or alcohol become more and more of a problem than a solution? Perhaps you have felt there is no way out, or maybe you’ve done the hard work to make it this far but are looking for that final push to really begin living your life to its fullest again. Addiction is complicated, much bigger than substance alone, and therapy is a major component to addressing addictions from all sides, assisting you in taking back control of your life once and for all.

Change is hard. Despite our best intentions, we get stuck in the same habits, thoughts and feelings. If you’re feeling anxious or depressed, wanting more out of your relationships, or seeking a more meaningful and nourishing day-to-day, let me help you get “unstuck” and take that first step. As a clinical psychologist, I offer a warm, compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we can explore challenges, establish goals, and work together to attain them. You'll learn to utilize your strengths to develop coping mechanisms for overwhelming feelings or thoughts, deepen your relationships, and make sustainable changes to your own life.

Emotional discomfort can negatively impact how you view yourself and interacts with others. The effects can be debilitating and hopelessness is a natural response. However, these feelings need not continue. Deciding to pursue therapy is a significant step towards learning the strategies and gaining the tools necessary to manage the things in your life that cause distress. I appreciate the opportunity to partner with you in overcoming your challenges, reclaiming autonomy of your emotions, and improving your interactions with others.

As a licensed psychologist, I am well-versed in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in treating anxiety, depression, oppositional behaviors, and in improving social and conversational skills. I also provide consultation with parent(s)/guardian(s) in improving their child’s behavior at home. My experiences also include working with students that have been diagnosed with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, Trichotillomania, and other concerns.

Ever wonder if drinking, substance use, or disordered eating are starting to become a problem? Look no further. People come to me to figure out how to heal their relationship with food and their bodies - to overcome perfectionism and people pleasing - to stop relying on alcohol and drugs to make the pain stop. Taking the first step towards asking for help is hard, but know that I will welcome you without judgement. I know that you’re here because you want the cycle to stop. I want to help you develop the skills to stop obsessing, to stop beating yourself up, and to remove the things that get in the way of you living your life.

We all have potential to be great friends, romantic partners, family members, or workers. But we all encounter roadblocks such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and other stressors that impact our mental health, which can make it more difficult to engage these roles in the way we'd want. Sometimes we feel lost as to how to maneuver around these roadblocks. I want you to know that you don't have to walk this path alone. In working together, we will focus on developing the skills to help you overcome these roadblocks, so that you can be the person you truly want to be.