Women's Issues Therapists in Union, NJ

Sometimes life can become overwhelming and you can feel as though you have no where to turn. When going through those times, one of the hardest things you can do is ask for help but it is also one of the bravest things you can do. Congratulations on taking that first step! Seeking out a therapist suggests you have a desire to change. I offer a safe and supportive environment that can facilitate those changes.

What in your life is not working for you? What if you could identify it, explore it? change it? How would you be leading the life you seek? There is a gross misconception that therapy is for people who are chronically mentally ill. That is not my philosophy. I believe that anyone can be metaphorically driving their car on the road of life and end up off the road, maybe in a ditch. I believe in partnering with my clients to understand the struggle, whether a present challenge, an unresolved past issue, or facing an uncertain future. Together, we can put the car back on the road, or find an entirely new road to follow.

I am committed to providing a service that treats the whole person. You can expect an integrative approach to treating your concerns as you move to psychological wellness. My approach is collaborative and our relationship is vital to enabling you to discover your strengths and achieving your full potential. It is my hope that within the framework of interpersonal, psycho-dynamic psychotherapy, your journey is rewarded with self discovery and growth. I embrace skill building and the integration of mindfulness and meditation when needed.

I thrive in collaborating with adolescents through adults in realizing their potential and identifying their true inner self. I assist clients through the stress and uncertainty of life transitions through college, career, parenthood and retirement. I work with individuals and couples through communication and conflict resolution in relationship challenges. I support women in balancing multiple roles. I hold safe space for LGBTQIA+ in self actualizing identity and working through finding support and asserting needs.

There are times in your life when you feel stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, scared, confused, lost, or alone. During these times it can be difficult to understand the emotions you are feeling and it can be difficult to process and verbalize them, especially to family, friends, or loved ones. Making the decision to attend therapy can be scary, but it takes a lot of courage. Therapy is a safe, neutral, open space where you have the freedom to explore and express yourself. I look forward to being a part of your journey.

Carolyn Davis-Cottle, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW, is the founder and principal of Inner Image Counseling and Consulting Services. Inner Image provides discrete, comprehensive mental health services and coaching for individuals, couples, families and groups.

Thank you for taking the time to check out my profile. I hope that the process of finding a therapist has not been a difficult one. To expedite your search, I will tell you a few things about me. I love to work with individuals who are seeking ways to cope and manage various issues in life such as managing work, school or home life and relationship stressors. I also have extensive experience working with individuals who have experienced fertility problems, history of loss or trauma, adult women with ADHD and blended families. If this sounds like a good fit for you, I am looking forward to guiding you through life's journey.

Are you someone who shows up for others, gives grace, and shows compassion but rarely has enough left in their jar to give to themselves? Do you tend to everyone's needs while forgetting about yourself? Maybe life’s experiences have kept you feeling stuck and you're ready to unpack the baggage that is weighing you down? You owe it to yourself to put your needs first and live a life of purpose. I encourage you to bet on yourself and go after what is needed to change the ending of your story and to become a better version of yourself . I will work with you to create an emotional roadmap to guide your unique treatment.

Asking for help is difficult. I know that from my own experience. As a therapist, I offer a safe and supportive space to explore issues contributing to your unhappiness or dissatisfaction. My clients arrive in therapy coping with life transitions, personal/family trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges and self esteem concerns. Together we work not only toward developing healthy coping skills, but toward healing for a sense of purpose. Together we create a space where clients are able to address issues directly and develop solutions to move forward towards the lives they envision for themselves.

I have been a psychotherapist since May of 1999. I cover many types of challenges that you might be facing. However, please feel free to give me a call so that you can interview me to see if you feel a good vibe and feel that I will be able to guide you to a better place than you are in now. I am a great proponent of Mindfulness and Meditation, which I have recently been spending a lot of time studying and practicing for myself. I do not push this on others. Everyone has something different that works for them. Let's go on that journey together so that we can fill your toolbox with things that will always be there for you!!

Viewing each clients needs as the individuals they are, I work from a client centered approach to meet the needs of my clients, by meeting them where they are at. My experience working with both substance use and mental health assist with my holistic approach to therapy. Working in different setting such as residential and outpatient treatment, have fostered my ability to provide different types of interventions to address most symptoms that we might struggle with.

I am a licensed therapist in the state on New Jersey. I conduct immigration evaluations as well as provide individual, couples and family therapy with English/Spanish Speaking population. I have extensive clinical experience working with the Hispanic population. I have expertise in trauma focused therapy and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in physical and sexual abuse, trauma, play therapy, personality and mood/anxiety disorders, and family conflict. I also provide Immigration Evaluations in both English and Spanish.

Natalie Nieves provides a judgment-free space where you feel seen, heard, and validated. As a Latina, Natalie’s approach is tailored to the client's needs and honors their intersecting cultural identities. Natalie integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and restorative practices, such as mindfulness, to help promote the mind-body connection.

Right to Heal, LLC is a group practice started by Dr. McCants & a TEAM of compassionate healthcare and education enthusiasts. Our goal is to help the community heal through past traumas, social and racial injustices, and develop holistic and effective coping tools to navigate this thing called life. Life is worth living and you're so worth all of it! We utilize a combination of psychotherapy and life coaching to help create realistic and obtainable goals with our clients.

Have you ever wished you could create supportive and loving relationships, rather than negative or toxic ones? Place a higher value on your own needs, rather than putting everyone else first? Achieve a sense of contentment instead of frequent feelings of sadness, fear, grief or shame? Find a greater sense personal fulfillment, happiness and peace? If so, there is hope. Change is possible. Over the years, hundreds of clients have partnered with me to take an honest, non-judgmental look at their lives. And together we have worked to help them dismantle emotional barriers and to discover new and fresh perspectives on themselves.

The healthiest people are the ones who walk through the door. This communicates to me; the courage it takes to attend a therapy session, already serves to heal. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my ultimate goal is to empower you to face life's challenges. I have worked extensively with individuals and families and I heavily subscribe to Cognitive Behavior Therapy framework, but pull from several different approaches to meet my clients where they are and support them on their journey.

I specialize in treating clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, fertility and perinatal mood disorders. I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and mindfulness techniques to treat my clients. Clients will develop the ability to think healthier, and build lasting relationships, while successfully coping with life’s challenges.

My work with clients operates from a deep understanding that we all struggle in many ways. What is foundational to effectively working through our unique challenges is to feel supported in doing so. For this reason, I place a great emphasis on forming a therapeutic alliance with my clients. I accomplish this by taking a warm and genuine approach to counseling with great intentionality placed on holding a non-judgmental space for human suffering.

You want to be a supportive parent, but deep down you are struggling when you see your child isolating, withdrawn or angry. You may be fed up with feeling helpless, stuck or frustrated with your child. You might not even remember a time things didn't feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you're ready to improve your relationship with your child. You're ready to get them the help they need. Most of all you're ready to be there for them while they learn the tools they need to feel better again