Women's Issues Therapists in Highlands, NJ

Helping Women Heal- I specialize in women's issues, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. If you're having a difficult time managing the stress in your life, or struggling with anxiety, I'm here to help. In therapy, we will discuss coping strategies and skills that can help you live a more balanced and fulfilling life. I provide a supportive therapeutic environment where my clients increase confidence, and make positive changes in their lives. I use several evidence-based therapy models such as (CBT), and utilize traditional "talk therapy" to help you manage and decrease your symptoms.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. I have had my own private practice in Red Bank NJ for over 20 years. Over the years I have worked with a wide variety of clients and as a domestic violence specialist I mainly work with adults dealing with relationship issues.

Are you looking to cope with the daily anxieties of life? Do you feel pressure accomplishing day to day tasks? At Embracing Stages, I work with a variety of patients who are trying to cope with the stressors of everyday life. Whether it be fertility issues, chronic or terminal illness, or the general expectations of life, I believe that the pursuit of happiness and acceptance is something we all want. You are not your diagnosis. You are so much more!

Simply being a woman can be stressful! Add in trauma with its intrusive thoughts, and intense emotions or anxiety or depression with its worry and regrets, and it feels like your spinning out of control, it's too much. Maybe you just had a baby and you should be happy but you're anything but. No-one gets you and the mommy guilt is agony. Possibly your birth experience was even frightening and you cant stop reliving it. Tackling treatment might feel scary, but know that I "get you". I listen and will be by your side, teaching you the skills to cope so you can live the life you want to live, present and at peace.

I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, providing a safe and judgment free space to explore any of the challenges you may be facing. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and severe mental illnesses. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, person centered, and strengths-based therapy. My work is guided by psychosocial theory, systems theory, and attachment theory. Together we will determine the best treatment plan in order to meet your specific needs.

I believe that no one knows you better than yourself. You know when you are at your best, and you know when things aren't quite right. Having the courage to seek support when things get difficult is an act of self-love. Whether you're experiencing loss, change, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relationship conflict, family dysfunction, or simply need a safe space to process thoughts and feelings, my practice, Iris Counseling and Art Therapy, is a designated haven where acceptance, creative expression, and healing are offered.

Inhale... Exhale... you took the first step and you should be proud of yourself! Whether it's figuring out how to make time to focus on yourself, managing your household, starting a new career path (or trying to decide the perfect one for you), navigating a pregnancy, dealing with postpartum struggles, or how to be a parent for the first (second, or third) time, I will hold space to help you figure out how to move forward. I believe in working together to help you achieve your goals, whether they are goals you set for yourself or new ones we set together.

Jennifer Kelly, LPC, is a dedicated licensed clinician whose professional journey has been guided by a deep commitment to holistic wellness. With a profound belief in the interconnectedness of our mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects, Jennifer has devoted her career to understanding and treating individuals as complete beings. She applies this whole person approach to therapy and her practice reflects a comprehensive understanding of the human experience. She has years of experience working with teens and adults with a specialty in treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief and relationships.

The Women's Psychotherapy Center, founded by Lauren Gerardi, PhD, is a private psychotherapy practice focused on the issues most important to women's mental and emotional health. We specialize in postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, parenting issues, and trauma/PTSD. In addition, we work with women struggling with general depression, anxiety, Autism spectrum disorders, and chronic pain as well as other mind-body disorders. While we are a women's center, we welcome individuals of all ages and genders and work not only with women, but with their family members as well in their own individual therapy.

I believe that, as human beings, we are each a giant puzzle. I will work with you to understand all of your different pieces and how they fit together. When you begin to question why you are the way you are, those insights can lead to lasting changes in your life. If you are feeling overwhelmed by all of the demands and pressures of work-life balance, I will assist you in understanding your triggers and regulating your emotions. When your worries feel out of control, I will equip you with the tools to accept your thoughts and reframe them in a more manageable way. You will be able to find the joys in life again and feel empowered.

As a trauma-focused therapist, I often work with people who feel “stuck.” Stuck in old patterns, trapped in grief, lost in pain from the past, or just stagnating. With advanced training in Natural Lifemanship Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (NL EAP) and full certification as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, I can help you find your way towards holistic healing. Therapy with horses is profoundly transformative, helpful for a wide range of difficulties, from life adjustments and anxiety to PTSD and severe depression. If you've hit a wall with office-based talk therapy, my four-leggeds and I are here to help you reach your goals!

I have worked with adolescents experiencing a variety of challenges including life/college transitions, anxiety, self-harm, depression, grief/loss, behavioral issues, family dysfunction and parent/child conflict, school avoidance, and peer relationships. My approach to therapy is a person-centered, holistic approach with an emphasis on empowerment, collaboration, advocacy, and validation. With a focus on childhood, adolescent, and young adulthood, I have experience with a variety of challenges facing young people today and utilize only evidence-based modalities for treatment.

Dr. Spada is a distinguished psychotherapist with over two decades of experience, operating her practice in a discrete location in Colts Neck, New Jersey. She is the founder of LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada Psychotherapy, with locations in Little Silver, Sea Girt, and Hazlet, New Jersey. Dr. Spada brings a gravitational energy to her practice that is compassionate, warm and authentic.

My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. It is important that you feel you are able to express your thoughts and feelings, and have the freedom to explore the causes of emotional distress. We will work together to develop adaptive strategies for coping with difficult emotions and circumstance. At Inner Focus Psychotherapy; exploring new ways to make positive, long-lasting changes is an important goal. I will help you identify the negative thoughts that drive unhealthy behaviors and in turn; build positive, healthy thoughts to create affirmative change & growth

Life is about transitions, which can be challenging yet unavoidable. Changes/milestones, aftermath of Covid, illness, loss; of a loved one/marriage/job/home/pet, etc...feelings of hopelessness, anxiety, sadness inevitably surface. With over 25 years of experience working with teens/adolescents, as well as parents and families, I can help you work through your transitions, inclusive of the myriad of emotional highs and lows that come with change. In addition, as a nationally certified End of Life Doula, I have intensive training and experience working with those trying to regain peace in the wake of loss and grief.