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You have found an empathic and supportive therapist. I work with adults and adolescents who have a variety of mental health issues such as: depression, anxiety, and various forms of traumatic issues. I do individual counseling and couple/family counseling. I apply the following clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral techniques, Motivational Interviewing, problem solving and REBT to help clints deal with thier issues. I also work with individuals who have chronic medical issues such as HIV/AIDS, diabetes, and cancer to help them deal effectively and cope with their overwhemeling medical condition(s). I help individuals who are feeling loss and hopeless with life learn how to begin a new journey to a new you.

I’m a licensed psychoanalyst and psychotherapist offering in-person and virtual sessions for individuals and couples. My goal is to help you better understand your challenges and draw on your strengths, abilities, and inner resources. As we work together, you’ll have my full attention and presence, along with compassion, empathy, and insight to support you throughout the process. I don’t use a one-size-fits-all method. I engage with the whole of who you are—your thoughts, emotions, history, and hopes for the future. It’s deeply meaningful to walk alongside my clients as they grow, change, and pursue both personal and professional goals. If this resonates with you, I invite you to reach out. Drawing on extensive training and broad life experience, I offer an approach that’s both clinically grounded and practical. My hope is that we can work together to better understand your story and move your life forward in meaningful new ways.

Do past beliefs and negative patterns hold you back from living life fully? If so, you need to know that HEALING and CHANGE are always possible. IT IS NEVER TOO LATE. Successful clients want to change and are committed to the emotional work necessary to achieve their goals. This takes courage...and if you are resonating with this, you have already taken the first step. I work with individuals, families and couples. My areas of expertise include: PTSD/trauma anxiety and phobias depression adults who were wounded as children relationship issues identity and life crises creativity blocks life goals related to aging ...and breaking negative patterns (be they personal, romantic, platonic, familial or professional) Treatment goals are collaboratively identified and are adjusted based on changing client needs and desires. Often, no single treatment technique is sufficient in helping clients achieve both the intellectual insight and emotional understanding needed for lasting change. Among the therapeutic techniques I offer, alone or in combination, are SENSORIMOTOR PSYCHOTHERAPY, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, EMDR, Short-Term Solution Focused Psychotherapy, Mindfulness-Based Psychotherapy, and Ericksonian Hypnotherapy.. i have trained with some of the leading experts in the field of Psychotherapy. But the MOST IMPORTANT thing that I bring to my clients' healing process isn't what I know. IT'S WHAT I UNDERSTAND.

I am a NY State licensed psychoanalyst. My clinical approach is psycho-dynamically based, which means that I focus on unconscious factors that underlie one's problems. However, I recognize that some problems may respond better to a different orientation. When appropriate, I work eclectically, incorporating other therapy models, including EMDR and hypnotherapy. In my experience, professional orientation is not what matters most in the therapeutic process. Far more important is the quality of the alliance between patient and therapist. I work with a diverse patient population, from children and adolescents to adults, including seniors. Treatment modalities include individual therapy, couples and family group sessions. I provide a comfortable therapeutic environment to work with patients on achieving a secure sense of self, increased self-esteem and a sound relationship with self and others. In private practice for over 20 years, I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety and phobias, relationship issues, anger management, sexual identity issues, grief and loss. Additionally, I frequently work with bipolar and borderline patients My work schedule offers daytime and evening appointments; my fee schedule is flexible.

The Center for Psychological Wellness provides an environment where people come for support and direction for a number of issues that cause distress and pain. If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues or distressing experiences from the past that still effect you in the present , the Center is the place for you. The experienced therapists that practice at the Center, use a variety of effective modalities to help individuals, and couples to cope with the stressors that lead to dysfunctional behavior and painful emotions. New coping strategies are learned by clients to improve the areas in life in which one may feel stuck. Learn to communicate more effectively, alleviate/eliminate the painful issues causing anxiety and/or depression. Raise your self-esteem and self-confidence to live a fuller more satisfying existence. It can be done, and we can help you.

The saying "An examined life is not worth living" always comes to mind when I encounter an individual who is mired down in problems and unable to find happiness. That you are visiting this page tells me you have already embarked on a path to address the issues that are stopping you from moving forward. In a warm and safe environment I can provide you with the tools you need to indeed live the life you wish to live. Together we can explore and uncover the obstacles that prevent you from enjoying the relationships you deserve along with the dreams and goals you want to pursue. INDIVIDUAL THERAPY While I use many different approaches in therapy, including talk therapy, I work through an attachment lens which means that sometimes it is important to explore one's past to see how it affects you in the present. I believe everyone benefits from finding new options to address previously self-defeating patterns. I also like to incorporate mindfulness practices into my therapeutic work. My clients have observed that their overall functioning has dramatically improved by practicing mindfulness in their daily lives. COUPLES When two individuals come together I am often reminded of the expression, "the road to hell is paved with good intentions." Relationships require nurturing and attention and sometimes with the best of intentions, couples drift apart or arrive at an impasse. I am marriage friendly, LGBTQ friendly, and believe that most couples have the ability to work out their dissatisfaction with one another. Much of the time, with commitment and a desire to rekindle long-lost feelings, couples, with the help of therapy, can master the communications skills they need to find emotional safety and connection in their relationship.

We provide * Marital counseling * Couples counseling * Relationship counseling * Premarital counseling * Family therapy. New Jersey Counseling, Training and Consultation Group in Verona, NJ has been providing marital therapy, counseling, couples counseling, relationship counseling, premarital counseling, and family therapy for the last 5 years. NJ Counseling Training and Consultation Group was founded to serve communities in need. Many families are struggling to provide emotional support to each other and have difficulties doing so due to the external pressures they face. NJ Counseling Training and Consultation Group is designed to provide relief and help people access each other to face the pressures they face in their families, community and the larger society. Call us to find out more. Our highly skilled therapists will treat each client with compassion and dignity. NJ Counseling, Training and Consultation Group is committed to listening to each client's concerns and aggressively treat common ailments. OUR SERVICES INCLUDE: THERAPY, SUPERVISION, TRAINING AND CONSULTATION Relationship Issues Child or Adolescent Issues Parenting Depression Anxiety or Fears Addictions or Substance Abuse Chronic Pain or Illness Domestic Abuse or Violence Spirituality

I maintain a general private practice with a specialty in the treatment of trauma, primarily working virtually (over Zoom) with some in-person availability in my office in Montclair, New Jersey. Whether you have experienced a major traumatic event, suffer from from acute or chronic anxiety and/or depression or whether you are feeling frustrated or stuck in repetitive patterns in your work or personal life, effective psychotherapy can help bring about symptom resolution, personal growth, and positive, lasting change. I am an active participant in each treatment and will work relationally with you to address your concerns. I also specialize in the use of more body-based modalities such as Presence psychotherapy, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) SE (Somatic Experiencing), IFS (Internal Family Systems), and CT (Coherence Therapy). I have found, and current research is validating, how essential a healthy mind/body connection is to facilitating any real and lasting shifts from historic and habituated patterns to new, more adaptive ones, and I have found these modalities particularly effective in this regard.

“Talk therapy can help you become your true self. I have worked extensively with adults and have a good understanding of childhood issues.I work with individuals and families from an interpersonal approach with a focus on emotions.I believe that all people have resources to solve problems.I am easy to talk to and I have great listening skills. I have worked many years with adolescents in public education. I have had great success with them because I understand what it is like being an adolescent today. I also have an extensive background in substance abuse. I am a licensed professional counselor offering individualized services including consultation, skill development, problem solving, and individual therapy. I do substance abuse evaluations with recommendations if requested.I have 20 years working with adolescents and adults. I have expertise in substance abuse, grief issues, and gender identity. I also work well with adult men as they tend to be resistant to getting help and as a male therapist I understand their needs.I also have experience with couples and clients who are waiting for organ donation.I can accept insurances as full payment if needed and possible.”

As a psychologist and psychotherapist, I believe that psychotherapy is most beneficial when it can address both broad and specific problems and help people find solutions to life's conflicts and stressors. Chronic stress and chronic relational conflicts often become obstacles to leading an emotionally healthy and rewarding existence. Ultimately, I believe the goal of therapy is to enable people to make decisions that will allow them to feel most satisfied, productive and in control of their lives. Likewise, learning to cope with life's everyday stressors, as well as crises can be an important part of psychotherapeutic work. My approach is tailored to individual needs and focuses on building a collaborative dialogue in which to work towards identified therapeutic goals. This includes symptom reduction (anxiety, depression, self-harm), as well asworking with issues pertaining to gender, sexuality, creative blocks, performance anxiety, infertility and parenting issues, among others. Consulting with a psychologist and taking the step forward to begin psychotherapy can be one of the best investments you make in yourself. Therapy is an effective tool to manage symptoms of anxiety and depression, and foster personal growth. Research has shown that psychotherapy enhances overall mental health, and self-esteem. Psychotherapy can also be helpful in making informed decisions regarding real life dilemmas. I provide a safe and comfortable environment in which to explore the subtle and not-so-subtle psychological and emotional factors that influence all aspects of one's life.

Practicing individual, marital and family therapy for almost 20 years. Educated and trained in California, interned, licensed, and practiced in Boston, Massachusetts. Dual licensure in Mass. as MFT and MHC. Currently practicing in the Upper West Side of Manhattan with focus on couples/marital counseling. Modalities used are primarily CBT and insight-oriented psychotherapy with a directive approach and engagement in process centered on client needs and goals.

As your therapist, first and foremost I will respect the courage of your decision to seek therapy and create a foundation of safety, acceptance, and collaboration. I strongly believe that symptom reduction (e.g., anxiety, panic, constant worrying, depression, high stress levels, complex PTSD), and an exploration of the root causes of your most distressing problems are both vital aspects of a helpful therapeutic experience. I foster a therapeutic relationship that honors my clients’ conscious minds as well as feelings, symptoms, and behaviors that they may find confusing and painful, but may be clues to presenting problems. I also consider my clients' current life situations holistically, collaborating with them to explore physical, nutritional, general life style, social support, and self-regulation issues to find areas of resilience as well as those that could be strengthened. Presently, I work with late teens and adults of all ages. I work with clients who struggle with symptoms which may be the aftermath of loss, abuse or other difficult experiences, or are simply perplexed with why they repeat distressing patterns which cause them pain. My clients may enter therapy to explore "why they have such difficulty regulating their emotions", or, "why they continue to pursue relationships that are ultimately painful", or, "why it's so hard to feel anything"; they may also enter therapy to receive assistance with specific issues such as life transitions, relationship difficulties, and work or academic problems. I also specialize in the impact of past and current interpersonal trauma or loss on parenting capacities, and assist my clients when these experiences interfere with being loving and supportive parents in the present. My work blends relational psychotherapeutic approaches, trauma-focused assessment and treatment, and psychoeducation for both clients and their families where appropriate. My trauma studies, which included EMDRIA-approved advanced EMDR training, as well as principles of Internal Family Systems and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, have solidified my longstanding belief that therapy must often go beyond talk and attend to messages from our physical selves that may provide clues to where we are most "stuck". While I have been trained in several modalities and my approach is eclectic, I will meet you where you are presently to address the problems that are most distressing to you.

Dr Grody is a licensed, PhD Clinical Psychologist with extensive professional experience in both Psychodynamic and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT); as well as in Couples Counseling. She also has advanced training and certification as a Child and Adolescent Psychologist. With her vast expertise and training in a range of therapeutic techniques, she can quickly provide relief from symptoms such as anxiety and depression, while also addressing the root of the issue. This combined approach helps you make progress swiftly, with results that last.

Elisabeth Coffey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey. She frequently works with professionals, many of whom have difficulty putting down their jobs and careers when it comes to building and enjoying their personal lives. She understands that the work-life balance is very important when determining how to live the life you want, and working on living a life in line with your personal values rather than continuing along with comfortable and established routines can be challenging. She will help you sift through all of the things keeping you too busy to work on changing anything and help you figure out where you can afford to pull back and want to. Elisabeth has an office in Florham Park, NJ but can also see patients remotely. It is her goal to listen to clients, understand where they're coming from, and enable them to understand themselves, what they want that they don't have, and identify what is preventing them from achieving their goals. Elisabeth realizes that there is much distraction from what we are feeling that it is nice to schedule a time and place once a week to allow for our feelings. She strives to provide a safe place to experience those feelings and work through them. She looks forward to helping you create meaning by putting everything into words and seeing the gifts in every experience and how they have shaped you into who you are. Elisabeth has over 20 years of experience working with adolescents and families. She is licensed as an alcohol and drug counseling specialist.

NYC AFFIRMATIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY LCSW PLLC is a community focused sustainable sliding scale mental health practice in Manhattan providing treatment to individual adults ages 18+. Our mission is simple: provide affirmative psychotherapy in a sustainable way to the community. By affirmative we mean that we do not view individuals from the perspective of being defective or needing to be fixed. We instead recognize the innate strengths that continue to allow people to function while enduring difficult life circumstances. Challenging childhoods and distressing adult experiences, coupled with the toxic impact of systemic oppression, racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism and xenophobia impact our mental health. Our goal is to fill a gap in mental health services provided to those that are historically marginalized and disenfranchised; we are especially committed to serving queer communities of color. We also strive to be culturally aware and trauma-informed. And, most importantly, we’re here to help you feel better and make change. We firmly believe that change is possible and that we as human beings grow in relationships where an empathic and attuned other bears witness to our struggles. You are not alone. Lets take the next step together.

I am a trauma informed therapist that uses a toolbox of methods to take the journey with you and help you heal the issues that are causing you pain. I am empathic, creative and I love to laugh. A good laugh heals a lot of hurts. — Madeleine L’Engle The bulk of my experience comes from working with vulnerable populations that carry a lot of trauma. That is the homeless population that includes LGBTIA, youth and adults with severe mental illness and/or substance use disorders. My approach is structured and relational. I transfer my trauma informed experience to this format to co-create with you the best plan to address your issues. You can expect me to be a guiding light on your journey that will provide safety and emotional support.

At Areale Counseling & Wellness, we care about your emotional health and wellness. We offer a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals and couples to explore personal issues, recognize problematic patterns, and formulate new options and solutions to improve their mental wellbeing and quality of life. Our professional, compassionate and expertly trained therapists are here to partner with you to achieve your psychotherapeutic, wellness goals along the path towards individuation. We help professionals, couples, artists and graduate students to reach their potential and create a life filled with self-acceptance, self-worth and happiness. Depending on your individual needs, learning style and goals, we may use culturally appropriate, evidence-based modalities, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, LGBTQI affirmative therapy and depth psychology.

We are a group of highly trained professionals. We deal with all ages, and do individual, couple and family therapy. We are also play therapists capable of dealing with the needs of young children. We offer groups in Anger Management, Parenting, Boundaries, ADHD Skills, and more. We are all Christians and incorporate faith if desired by our clients.

I have a creative based and psychoanalytically informed psychotherapy practice. I pull from all theories of human development and apply them as they apply specifically to the issues at hand. Strengths and problems are both addressed as the individual finds important. My expertise is on emotional regulation, identity development, and relationship dynamics. We may focus on the hear and now, address past issues, and often connect the two to address and resolve current distress. I listen and find listening to be a major part of the therapeutic work. Goals and perspectives addressed in treatment are arrived at collaboratively. Education and support can be offered as dynamics unfold and the therapy deepens and transforms.

When someone asks how you are, the words 'exhausted' or 'so busy' come to mind. Trying to be all things to all people is wreaking havoc on you. But you don't answer; you can't wait to change the subject & focus on something or someone else. It's a welcome distraction to focus on other people who come to you with their problems; besides, you like to help, it makes you feel good. But you have worries, too. Good sleep is a luxury these days. Anxiety is no longer fuel for your never-ending to-do list; it's now getting in the way & sucking the fun out of everything. You're ready to stop pretending it's not wearing you out. I can help. Need to vent? That's a good place to start, but we don't stop there. We work with your strengths, goals & unique worldview to decide the way forward that best suits you. I'll challenge you to look at things in new ways & through our work together, you can learn how to manage stress/anxiety & improve relationships to help you live life the way you want. You can do things differently. You don't have to listen to the critical voice in your head telling you to 'do more, go faster, it's not enough'. If you're ready to figure out what's driving that, I can help. I invite you to schedule a brief consultation call to see if we're a good fit to work together.

Harbor Crest Counseling is a counseling, psychotherapy and hypnosis practice located in Rockland County, New York. We work with children, adolescents and adults to help them reach their goals. We recently introduced the Virtual Gastric Band Hypnosis program and had excellent results. The process, developed in the United Kingdom has proven highly effective in trials there, and in the United States by myself and others throughout the country. The Clean Break Stop Smoking Hypnosis program has also been well received. Both programs help people to help themselves to becoming healthier and feeling better about themselves.

Specializing in couples therapy, divorce, separation, depression, anxiety, and adjustment issues. Experience with grief and bereavement issues. Focus is on personal growth and recovery.. Therapy in a pleasant, discrete, and understanding environment. Sessions can be held during evening hours and on saturdays.

Providing individual, couples and family counseling. Treatment specialization includes: Have the comfort knowing that you will work with a certified specialist in Anger Management, recognized by the NYS Court System. Certificates handed out after completion of the program. ** Note: Home visits are welcomed Through Anger we can feel Depressed develop Anxiety, etc Licensed Specialist in Anger issues(NAMA) Couples Counseling Family Counseling Parenting Support Grief Counseling Work and Career issues Stress Management Conflict Resolution Life Coach Counseling College Consulting/SAT/ACT I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that span from therapy for depression and grief counseling to parenting support, couples counseling and beyond. In a comfortable and supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my clients individual needs to help attain the personal growth they’re striving for. Talk. Still the best medicine! Talking in a therapethic relationship can free people from troubling patterns of behavior and make it possible for them/you to have a wider range of choices in life. You will find: Reduced Anxiety Stop Destructive patterns Find yourself creating new idea's communication and intimacy Self awareness Self Acceptance Self-Respect

Are you seeking change, are you in crisis, does your life seem to be falling apart? I can help you ease the suffering or crisis that exists. I work through issues by understanding Relationship: relationship to the self, with your family, with your love relationships, relationship with friends and colleagues, and how to sustain these relationships. Another major life and soul issue is finding your purpose, and creating a vision of the future, which are the keynotes to happiness. I am informed by a number of theoretical traditions and techniques for change, i.e. positive psychology, psychoanalysis, transpersonal psychology (inner child archetype work), cognitive/behavioral psychology, psychosynthesis, and soul psychology (the Science of the Soul). Whatever the tradition, however, loving relationship is the focal point of the work.

Are you struggling to feel like "yourself" again? Are you unable to feel settled, unable to keep up with your schedule or commitments? Are you feeling upset or more emotional for no apparent reason? Crises, be they large or small, disorient and leave us feeling uncertain, less able to rely upon and function like "ourselves." Growth and change are among the most positive and humanly adaptive qualities and yet the most uncertain and difficult experiences in life. At such times we want unbiased and reliable support to help restore our sense of self and help make positive choices for our lives. I've found the most important predictor in effective treatment is a positive connection between a person and their therapist. I provide a caring approach, empathic attunement, collaborative support, psycho-educational skills training, and the belief that growth and change are possible.

I have been working with children, adolescents and families for 16 years. I have training in psychodynamic therapy, trauma work, DBT and CBT. I am committed to helping families achieve their goals using a variety of techniques. I put my heart into my work and it comes through in each session! I will help you or your child find the right path for you to overcome your obstacles. Feel free to reach out to me and have a consultation to see how I can help you and your family.

Going throug a transition or experiencing a loss? Struggling with a relationship or an important decision? Lonely or stressed out? Family and friends can be helpful, but sometimes the help of a skilled, supportive listener in a tranquil setting where the focus is your well-being is the best place sort things out and move forward. For twenty years I have had the privilege of helping people here in the New York area heal from pain, enrich their relationships and rediscover their natural energy, gifts, and joy. Here in New York it is a joy and a privilege to serve people from across the country and around the world. I work with many people who seek to be as successful in their personal lives as they are in their careers. People tell me that in the midst of the busy week our sessions offer a peaceful, nurturing place to get in touch with their best self and discover a new balance in life. Each person or couple seeking therapy is unique. That's why I don't offer cookie-cutter solutions. Our work together is respectful and collaborative. Listening carefully, I draw on the most effective resources and research, using my experience and creativity to help you build the life you seek. In these challenging times you need experienced, caring help for yourself or your relationship.

Life is a series of adjustments... it is normal to get stuck at points along the way. Most of my clients are regular people just like you and me whose Life has gotten too far out of balance. I have learned through my years of practice how to facilitate the rebalancing and, even more importantly, how to help clients learn the lessons inherent in their crisis. I have been practicing at the same location for over 20 years. I am involved in the training and supervision of other therapists in both EMDR and Internal Family Systems.

I am the Director of the Hudson Valley Center for Cognitive Therapy (HVCCT). Our therapists are warm, dedicated, and highly trained professionals who have specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Goal-oriented and problem-focused, the emphasis of the treatment we provide is teaching individuals specific strategies to change the way they think in order to manage their moods and life problems, build new skills, and develop more effective ways of coping that can be used in everyday life. Our primary specialty areas are depression and anxiety disorders, including panic attacks, worry, OCD, social anxiety, and phobias. We also have significant experience treating ADHD, Aspergers, marital/relationship issues, and grief and provide academic and psychological testing. We work with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Special care is taken to match clients with a therapist whose areas of expertise are the best suited to their needs.

You may feel like you are a bit of a mystery to yourself. You might even know what you "should" be doing to take care of yourself, but something keeps getting in the way. You know you want better connections with others but find it easier to spend time alone or with your pet instead. It may feel like nothing is seriously wrong in your life, but things don't feel totally right either. The self-help books just aren't cutting it anymore and you're just not sure what to do. And yet you find yourself hopeful. You know that, with the right guidance and tools, you can get back on track and feel like yourself again. You know that you can beat your inner critic, shake your fear and pain, eliminate your anxiety, and free yourself from feeling "stuck" so that you can begin to live your life fully again and get back to celebrating YOU in your life. Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As an integrative and multi-disciplinary therapist, it's important to me that I help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying a combination of evidence-based therapy techniques and and scientifically supported complementary therapy approaches, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns, negative perceptions, and unmanageable feelings that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. Contact me today for an individual, couple's, or group therapy consultation so we can get you back on track toward your dreams!

Scott W. Stern is named “TOP CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK” by the International Association of Healthcare Professionals and is published in Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare. He has integrated empowerment techniques into his private practice for over 20 years. He is a specialist in the treatment of addictions, anxiety, OCD, trauma and Post Traumatic Stress. He is an award winning author, editor and subject matter expert. He provides training and clinical supervision to other mental health and addiction professionals. He is an international expert witness in his field featured by The Expert Institute and JurisPro Expert Witness Association. He serves as a member of the NASW Addictions Institute for Policy, Planning, Training and Development in New York City. He is a former Contractor/Care Ambassador and Team Lead at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in Atlanta and New York City. He trained in psychiatry and addiction treatment at major New York City hospitals, medical centers and private clinics. He has treated adults, adolescents and families in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He has served as district examiner to substance abuse counselors for the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services. He is an authority who has been featured in the media for his work in mental health health as well as for PTSD/Trauma Response throughout the 9/11 World Trade Center disaster, and other critical incidents. Prior to establishing his private practice, he was educated at UC Berkeley, New York University and Harvard University.

As a clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience in counseling centers, hospitals and medical centers, I have devoted my practice to helping adults suffering from stress, worry, anxiety and depression, often associated with life transitions, loss, problems in relationships or careers, pregnancy/postpartum, and/or medical conditions. For some, there is a known event that has triggered the anxiety or depression, while others may have a more difficult time identifying a precipitant and it seems as if it has always been there. In every case, I work with each individual to assist in learning effective methods to manage stress and anxiety, improve mood, and increase quality of life. In addition to my general practice, I have a personal interest in helping people improve their health and wellness. Having specialized postdoctoral training in clinical health psychology enables me to also offer effective treatment and coaching for insomnia/sleep difficulties, chronic pain, IBS, smoking cessation and weight loss. I feel privileged to witness the change that occurs as clients overcome difficulties, achieve their goals, and lead more satisfying lives. My approach is collaborative, active, supportive and real. I use evidence-based therapy that is individually tailored to be the most effective for you. I have completed specialized training in several treatments proven to be effective for a range of problems. These include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Depression, Anxiety and Worry, Panic Attacks, Fears and Phobias, Insomnia, Chronic Pain; Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Depression, Grief/Bereavement, Relationship Issues; EMDR & Cognitive Processing Therapy for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD); and Motivational Interviewing. Our sessions together may include education on a particular area of concern, introduction and review of practical coping strategies (e.g. relaxation exercises, communication skills, time management, problem solving), finding ways to help you overcome obstacles that are keeping you stuck, or developing an action plan to assist you in achieving your goals. Often we will examine the interrelationship of your thoughts, feelings, behaviors and physiology and the impact on your life. Please contact me for a free telephone consultation to address any questions you have and learn more about my practice. I would love to have the opportunity to speak with you to discuss your needs and see how I may be of help to you.

Play Therapy & Mindfulness Parent Therapy “You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation". Plato Play is the child's language and play therapy is the path to understanding. We all seek to be understood. As a parent, do you find yourself reacting to versus understanding why or how your child's behavior and developmental needs may contribute? Play therapy and parenting mindfully turns even the most difficult moments with your child into an opportunity to highlight the message behind the action. The "therapeutic powers of play" provide children the opportunity experience healing as they explore and process their world in an environment that makes sense to them. Parents learn to attune to their child providing true understanding, support and connection. Children and parents have the power to "pause" and chose their response. Mindful parenting allows you to be in the "moment" with your child. Think of the times as a child, when you felt invisible, neglected, worthless, experienced betrayal or violence. Play therapy offers your child a natural safe place to explore experiences, feelings, develop self understanding and coping skills. I work closely with parents to provide a meaningful connection to meet everyone's needs.ime, how often we say there is never enough time. What message are we sending our children? Being a mindful or conscious parent means not only being present with your child but asking for support when you need it. Just ask, I will advocate for and support your child at Special Education Meetings, review Individualized Education Plans, communicate with teachers, doctors and other professionals in your child's life.

I work very successfully with people who wish to reduce anxiety and stress. I assist people with personal, career, and relationship issues -- including people who are in transition. I work with brides-to-be to keep them stress-free and help them handle the challenges that inevitably arise during wedding planning. I also combine counseling with hypnosis or relaxation techniques to help people Lose Weight, Stop Smoking, Gain Self Confidence, Sleep Better, and more. I am comfortable and have experience working with people from many backgrounds and cultures, with differing lifestyles, and a variety of religious and spiritual beliefs... I welcome people with compassion and an open mind. I am told I have a very calming presence, and I have a gift for putting people at ease. I am here to help you create positive changes in your life. You CAN Have the Life You Desire. I work WITH you, offering the Tools and Support you need to MAKE IT HAPPEN!

Weight Loss, Cravings, & Eating Disorders Stress & Anxiety | Public Speaking | Fears (Heights, Flying, Needles, Driving & Other Phobias) Stop Smoking, Alcohol Dependency, Drug Dependency , Gaming, & Other Addictions Confidence & Self-Esteem | Dealing with Divorce| Attract Love | Other Marital Problems Shyness | Pain, Grief, Loss | Sleep Problems | PE for Men | MOTIVATION Anger Management, Sports Performance, Nail Biting, Twitches, and OCDs | Full List of Services provided- Hypnotist NJ

I applaud your courage in reaching out and seeking therapy. Whether this is your first time or you've been in therapy before, whatever life-challenge you are facing, it would be my privilege to help. I welcome you to the comfort of my office, a nurturing, confidential space....a safe haven where you can give voice to your deepest needs and concerns, where expression of *all* feelings are gently encouraged, and truly heard. In an atmosphere of warmth and unconditional acceptance, I will value, respect and listen deeply to you as we work together to ease your pain. We will look beyond your symptoms to identify and understand the root causes of your distress, freeing you to heal, grow and create the full, meaningful life that you envision and deserve. Issues frequently addressed include: grieving past or recent loss, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, self-criticism, teen issues, gay and lesbian concerns, job and school-related issues, assertiveness, creative blocks, and family conflict. In our time together I will help you develop increased awareness of your thoughts, feelings, needs and patterns of behavior as you explore your inner world, access your strengths and gain the freedom to be yourself - to deeply know, value and appreciate who you truly are, not who you think you should be, or others expect you to be. Honoring the uniqueness of each person, I celebrate diversity and welcome clients from all sexual orientations, ethnic and racial backgrounds and religious/spiritual beliefs. No matter how long you you have struggled or how difficult your situation, we can work together to transform your pain into empowerment, inner peace, and hope. Please feel free to contact me to discuss your particular concerns or schedule an appointment. You don't have to struggle alone.

Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.

Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.

Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.

Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.

Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.

I believe there is an inner wisdom in each person. If this quiet, inner place of truth and understanding is heard, respected and trusted it will guide healing. I encourage people to have faith in themselves and their own healing process. I have been practicing psychotherapy for 20 years. I treat adult individuals in an atmosphere of respect and privacy. I focus on educating people to understand themselves and learn skills to empower them to take charge of their lives. I teach clear, effective, communication skills and assertiveness to help people stand up for themselves and improve relationships. To facilitate more complete healing I like a team approach combining nutrition, massage, acupuncture yoga and tai chi. Although I am in private practice I work with a network of practitioners. I specialize in treating trauma whether it is single incident trauma or chronic, repeated trauma. I use body oriented approaches to psychotherapy such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Focusing as well as Ego State Therapy because I find them to produce quicker and more complete results. I teach Focusing Classes in my office for a nominal fee so people can learn mindfulness and self awareness skills to use on their own outside of therapy sessions. I provide monthly practice sessions free of charge.

Dr. Peter Berzins is a licensed clinical psychologist (# 4806) in NJ and NY. He specializes in individual psychotherapy with adolescents and young adults, as well as marriage counseling with couples. He is an expert in treating depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Dr. Berzins has an extraordinary ability to connect with pre-teens and teenagers, even those who are resistant to engaging in therapy. Beyond that, he has extensive experience providing therapy to college students and helping them transition into young adulthood. Dr. Berzins provides a uniquely non-judgmental environment in which clients feel free to express themselves and explore their conflicts, while creating real change. Dr. Berzins has over fifteen years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Brittany Ryan-Berzins is a licensed clinical psychologist (# 4961) in NJ. She specializes in individual therapy with women, adolescent girls, and preschoolers. She treats depression, anxiety, and stress specifically associated with transitions for women and girls. She has conducted research on cutting and other self-injurious behavior and treats adolescents who resort to self-injury to cope with their feelings. Dr. Ryan-Berzins has extensive experience helping girls develop healthy self-esteem and a positive self-image. She has vast experience working with individuals who have experienced trauma (neglect, abuse, violence, or victimization) and the impact that it has on individuals' relationships.She creates a warm, especially accepting environment where people feel free to explore their conflicts as well as hopes for the future . Dr. Ryan-Berzins is genuinely interested in what makes you who you are and how you can flourish in a world with increasing demands.

Healthy Behaviors of Westchester is a private psychological practice for children and adults looking to reduce unhealthy behaviors through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Via CBT individuals are taught how to identify their unhealthy actions and thinking patterns and are instructed in how to replace these with healthier behaviors and thoughts. Some examples of unhealthy behaviors that are commonly treated in my practice are avoidance of uncomfortable situations, excessive anger outbursts, pre-postnatal depression/anxiety, obsessive thoughts, compulsive behaviors, uncontrolled worry, overeating/unhealthy eating habits, and smoking cessation. Individuals learn how to cope in healthy, helpful ways to reach specific short-term and long-term goals.

Virtual or In-Person – Addiction Treatment Made to Fit Your Life Virtual and Outpatient Rehab in New Jersey A 30 days study shows: An average of 8.7% of full-time workers ages 18 to 64 used alcohol heavily while 8.1% abused illegal drugs. Employees can't quit their jobs to stay 24/7 in rehab facilities. Understanding this, ChoicePoint offers alcohol and drug addiction treatment after work in the evening. Employees can also access rehab virtually from anywhere in New Jersey. Anyone searching for alcohol and drug rehab in New Jersey should only consider availing of treatment from a rehab center that provides cutting-edge solutions to your needs and address all aspects of your addiction problem. ChoicePoint is one of the best drug and alcohol rehab centers in New Jersey that provides: Addiction Recovery, Addiction Therapy Services, Addiction Treatment Programs, Dual Diagnosis Treatment Center, Insurance Coverage, MAT Clinic, Rehab Cost, Stages of Addiction, Suboxone Clinic, Telehealth Rehabilitation Programs.

Everyday problems-as well as family or personal crises-can lead to intense negative emotions. They test your ability to take care of family, relationships, work, and even your own health. But sleepless nights, constant anxiety, despair and angry outbursts aren't permanent. Change is within reach, and you are not alone. I help people suffering from anxiety, depression, anger issues, panic attacks, and in difficult relationships. In our work together I will help you 1) envision what your life will look like when anxiety, anger and depression are no longer in your way; 2) discover the patterns that have kept you stuck; and 3) how to change these so you feel and live better. We focus therapy on getting "unstuck." I help you challenge old, harmful beliefs about yourself and the world. And our work together is active; we don't just talk, but also try new ideas that can help heal. Your success will bring feelings of confidence, peace, and a better life.

Professional counseling for all ages Individual, couple, and family sessions People everywhere want happy satisfying lives and relationships. But, sometimes we find ourselves unsure and in distress. Couples and families can get caught up in cycles that are complicated and hard to change. Sometimes we need assistance from someone outside our family to help us on our way. A family systems therapist, like Tamera, is uniquely poised to help get things unstuck. Tamera treats a wide range of problems and works with individuals, couples, and families together, including small children. Tamera's therapy is focused on solutions, specific to the goals desired by the client, and designed to have life get better, as soon as possible! Complimentary phone consultations are available.

“I am a practitioner and teacher of Integrative Psychotherapy for over thirty years. My approach to wellness recognizes the interconnection between mind, body and spirit and offers a natural way of attaining inner clarity, personal fulfillment, and physical and emotional health. Our work together is NOT a prolonged process but rather an intense learning experience. I teach you specific tools for becoming your own authority in your pursuit towards a happier and more balanced way of life. During our work together, I will offer guidance in helping you to:gain a holistic understanding of your life challenge, problem and/or illness; discover and release emotional toxins;use powerful mental techniques for symptom relief and problem resolution;implement life changes needed to achieve and maintain optimal health. To achieve these goals I utilize: mental imagery, voluntary will training, dreamwork, cognitive-behavioral approach, clinical hypnosis, psycho-physiognomy, EFT, and spiritual counseling. I have helped thousands of clients to achieve their goals, ranging from overcoming panic attacks and depression, to saving marriages and healing from serious physical illnesses.”

The Center consist of a group of varied mental health professionals with different specialities. We work with children as well as adults and families. If needed we do Psychological and Neuropsychological testing for ADD, learning disabilities and emotional questions. We also have therapists that are specialists in working with couples for marital and pre-marital counseling.

If you are experiencing any form of anxiety, know that there is help out there. You may be suffering with panic attacks which leave you feeling scared and defeated and not wanting to engage in certain situations, because you are fearful of having another one. You may find that you are isolating yourself because your social anxiety is controlling you, instead of you controlling it. You may have anxiety from some horrific past experience and it continues to plague you. Whatever your issue, you don't need to suffer or miss out on the things in life that you want to partake in. There is scientific evidence that therapy can help reduce these feelings and free you to live the life you want to live. Take the first step to help yourself and call or email me.