Self Esteem Therapists in 02141

Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.

In all my work with clients I provide a warm, safe and respectful environment based on collaboration and curiosity. When people contact me with concerns about themselves or their children, they often feel stuck or at a loss about how to proceed. They may be concerned about issues of self-esteem, satisfaction in relationships, or a teenager's emotional ups and downs at home or in school. I use an active and interactive style in helping clients gain new ways to understand themselves and new tools to address problematic patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving.

I have over 30 years experience working with a variety of issues including addiction, self esteem, relationship problems, anxiety, and depression. I work with adults and couples. I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy and thus help people understand their families of origin and how their early experiences have contributed to who they are and perhaps hold them back from becoming who they would like to be. Therapy includes talking therapy, behavioral technique, cognitive behavioral therapy.

Seeking therapy is a sign of personal strength. Often people who engage in therapy are actually doing well in life, but would like to do better in one area or another. It takes awareness in our lives and courage to be able to reach out for help. I strive to put people at ease in building the therapeutic relationship. I also greatly value individual differences and approach each client with an open-minded and non-judgmental stance. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect of a successful experience in therapy.

My ideal client leads with curiosity and seeks authentic reconnection with self. They have a desire to express their thoughts and emotions in connection to their experiences. My ideal client hopes to build self-esteem, self-confidence, and coping skills to navigate their emotions, relationships, and life experiences. My ideal client has a willingness to change through open, honest communication and collaboration towards the development of their therapeutic goals. My ideal client's intention is to improve their relationship with themselves and others and enhance their overall quality of life.

Are you looking for support or guidance through a challenging time? Are you looking to better know yourself?

My ideal client is someone who is ready for therapy and is committed to their own growth and well-being. This person is open to expressing themselves in therapy. This person may be experiencing challenges such as anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, and trauma. The goals for therapy may be developing coping skills, healing past trauma, and increasing confidence. Needs may include empathy and validation and a need for a safe environment. I am also interested in working with people with a dual diagnosis. I can help people create treatment goals, combine different therapies, and provide community resources to support recovery.

My ideal client is someone who is ready to explore their patterns, thoughts, and unique stories. They may be struggling with anxiety or depression or haven't fully processed traumas and attachment issues in their lifetime. This ideal client may be detached from their emotions, have a hard time letting go, or find it difficult to experience joy. This person is motivated for change and seeks more insight about themselves.

My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.

I'm not sure I believe in an Ideal client; I think all clients are Ideal, no matter their life circumstances. Life is like a rollercoaster, and when you're going down, you may need someone to be there and help talk you through it. However, If I had to choose, it would be a client having difficulty with self-esteem, self-worth, and depressive symptoms and needing additional assistance building coping skills but expressing readiness to change.

My ideal client would be someone who is ready and willing to participate in treatment. I am comfortable with an array of different diagnoses and struggles. Their needs would include working towards tangible goals that we are able to breakdown in the treatment setting. They may want to work on self-esteem, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms etc. They would want to minimize their symptoms and improve everyday functioning. The goal would ultimately be to no longer need treatment as they have reached their goals.

Do you ever feel like you’re doing well in some areas but held back in others by anxiety or self-doubt? Have you noticed how past experiences impact your ability to trust or handle relationships? If this sounds like you, this might be the right time to work with a therapist who can help. Together, we’ll tackle these challenges, rebuilding confidence, easing anxiety, strengthening relationships, and paving the way for a more fulfilling life. Discover the positive impact of therapy with an experienced psychologist.

Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Individual Sessions, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops are Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate the Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. In Addition, Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.

Natasha Bavolar is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with athletes and young adults on topics of identity development, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, suicidality, intimate and familial relationships, and disordered eating. Natasha completed her Master of Science (MS) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University. Natasha has 10 years of experience in the mental health field, working with a variety of ages and presentations in multiple settings, from inpatient to after-school programming.

Isabelle Scott is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 6 years of experience working in a psychiatric hospital, conducting short and long term individual psychotherapy, and working with the unhoused.

At Collaborative Psychotherapy, "therapy" is for enhancing your quality of life. We collaborate to build your confidence, communication and relationships and reduce anxiety, depression and stress. We improve job, career, business and family conflicts. Our focus is on your greater personal growth and change to help you improve your health, happiness and success. Get at the core of your issues to improve life. Special focus on CEOs, executives, entrepreneurs, leaders, managers, artists and writers, retirees/ pre-retirees, and Millennials. Sensitive to the needs and experiences of people from diverse backgrounds.

Your life is a constant juggle, a never-ending to-do list. College, work, family, & unexpected life shifts—your plate is full to the brim. Sometimes, it feels like you're drowning in responsibilities. The weight of it all can be suffocating, leaving you utterly exhausted. You've become a master at putting others' needs first, but who's taking care of you? You keep telling yourself, "It'll be okay," while pushing down the mounting pressure, but deep inside, you're struggling. You wear a brave face but you long for a moment to pause, to be heard, to acknowledge that it's okay to not be okay.

Samantha Macchiaverna is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has 5 years of experience providing care and clinical assessment to adults and late adolescents seeking help with depression, anxiety, life transitions, eating disorders, and trauma.

I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.