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Julie K Steinberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Some of my specialty areas include family therapy, parenting, eating disorders, adolescents, depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship problems, and couples counseling.
I believe that every person has a healthy part of them that strives for positive change. When you are at a difficult point in your life, a relationship with a trusted therapist is a great help. Therapy can help you pinpoint the issues you need to work on, and understand where they come from and what keeps you stuck - while challenging you to make positive and lasting change.
Some of my specialty areas include family therapy, parenting, eating disorders, adolescents, depression, anxiety, stress management, relationship problems, and couples counseling.
I believe that every person has a healthy part of them that strives for positive change. When you are at a difficult point in your life, a relationship with a trusted therapist is a great help. Therapy can help you pinpoint the issues you need to work on, and understand where they come from and what keeps you stuck - while challenging you to make positive and lasting change.
(973) 993-9550 View (973) 993-9550
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Advanced Learning Behavioral Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCBA, PhD, BBS
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Our approach is a whole person holistic emphasis in family, behavior, spirituality, bereavement, grief, couples, sex therapy, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and ABA services.
Thank you for contacting us for your counseling needs, we are glad you have reached out for us to help you. Our focus is to better understand how we can help our clients heal from depression, anxiety, PTSD, developmental trauma, couples' relationships and marriage issues, self esteem, smoking cessation, executive skills and social skills deficiencies. Menashe East, LCSW is a therapist with us treating: sexual issues, couples, grief, spiritual, and family issues. We use evidence-based therapies for children, adults, and couples. Please visit our website for an appointment with one of our therapists at: www.advancedlearningddb.net
Our approach is a whole person holistic emphasis in family, behavior, spirituality, bereavement, grief, couples, sex therapy, depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and ABA services.
Thank you for contacting us for your counseling needs, we are glad you have reached out for us to help you. Our focus is to better understand how we can help our clients heal from depression, anxiety, PTSD, developmental trauma, couples' relationships and marriage issues, self esteem, smoking cessation, executive skills and social skills deficiencies. Menashe East, LCSW is a therapist with us treating: sexual issues, couples, grief, spiritual, and family issues. We use evidence-based therapies for children, adults, and couples. Please visit our website for an appointment with one of our therapists at: www.advancedlearningddb.net
(862) 260-8700 View (862) 260-8700
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Gail Lalk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Specialization: young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, family conflict, low self esteem, identity issues, panic attacks, parents' divorce, illegal substance use AND parents seeking improved family communication, answers to questions about middle school, high school, and college, and strategies for dealing with children's risky behaviors.
Gail is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) who works with adolescents and young adults, ages 13-30. One of her primary goals is to assist her clients to gain confidence and to address symptoms of anxiety and depression with realistic stress-management approaches. She helps students who are struggling with motivation and underachievement set goals and develop practical methods to achieve their goals. She works closely with families who are seeking strategies for improved communication and reduced tension among family members.
Specialization: young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, family conflict, low self esteem, identity issues, panic attacks, parents' divorce, illegal substance use AND parents seeking improved family communication, answers to questions about middle school, high school, and college, and strategies for dealing with children's risky behaviors.
Gail is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) who works with adolescents and young adults, ages 13-30. One of her primary goals is to assist her clients to gain confidence and to address symptoms of anxiety and depression with realistic stress-management approaches. She helps students who are struggling with motivation and underachievement set goals and develop practical methods to achieve their goals. She works closely with families who are seeking strategies for improved communication and reduced tension among family members.
(973) 587-8287 View (973) 587-8287
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Maria Palamara
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Waitlist for new clients
I use a family systems approach which helps clients understand their issues within their larger family and societal context.
My specialty in practice is counseling individuals who are dealing with life transition issues. Life-changing events can be tough... dealing with a challenging relationship or with serious illness in yourself or a loved one, loss of a loved one or a job, divorce, kids leaving for college, starting out on a new career, getting used to new management. Events like these can drain your self-confidence, test your patience, and cause you to question who you really are or want to be.
I use a family systems approach which helps clients understand their issues within their larger family and societal context.
My specialty in practice is counseling individuals who are dealing with life transition issues. Life-changing events can be tough... dealing with a challenging relationship or with serious illness in yourself or a loved one, loss of a loved one or a job, divorce, kids leaving for college, starting out on a new career, getting used to new management. Events like these can drain your self-confidence, test your patience, and cause you to question who you really are or want to be.
(973) 577-5601 View (973) 577-5601
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Cheryl Garodnick
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960
Therapy Resources of Morris County, LLC provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling services.
Therapy is about change and change is more manageable now, than ever before. Healthier outcomes throughout life's stages require a supportive environment that is found when connecting to a provider at Therapy Resources of Morris County, LLC. All providers at TRMC have chosen the counseling profession to develop safe, compassionate, non-judgmental relationships that support successful outcomes through the change process. It's about time...let us take the first step with you.
Therapy Resources of Morris County, LLC provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling services.
Therapy is about change and change is more manageable now, than ever before. Healthier outcomes throughout life's stages require a supportive environment that is found when connecting to a provider at Therapy Resources of Morris County, LLC. All providers at TRMC have chosen the counseling profession to develop safe, compassionate, non-judgmental relationships that support successful outcomes through the change process. It's about time...let us take the first step with you.
(973) 419-6863 View (973) 419-6863
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Margaret Tobias
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
I have specialized training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and parent training.
I am a licensed psychologist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents. I assess for and treat a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, behavior problems, ADHD, and learning disabilities.
I have specialized training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy, and parent training.
I am a licensed psychologist who enjoys working with children, adolescents, young adults, and parents. I assess for and treat a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, behavior problems, ADHD, and learning disabilities.
(973) 905-4980 View (973) 905-4980
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Clorinda Bulfamante
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.
I am a clinical psychologist providing therapy and assessment services in Scarsdale and Greenwich. I treat various conditions, such as depression, anxiety, behavioral problems, social anxiety, and school/work issues. I also focus on life transitions, whether that be a recent move, transition from college, changes in family dynamics, or changes in significant relationships. Furthermore, I have extensive experience in conducting psychological assessments. Therapeutically, I focus on developing teens and adults, where as I provide assessments for all ages.
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Tori Maidenberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.
Tori has extensive training in a diverse range of therapeutic modalities proven to be highly effective, including DBT, CBT, Exposure Therapy, and Couples/Family Therapy. She was a fellow in Columbia University’s DBT Training Program and trained by the renowned Behavioral Tech Institute. Working with adolescents through adulthood, Tori has cultivated a wealth of experience and expertise in addressing a wide range of therapeutic needs across the lifespan. Her focus lies in the treatment of emotional and interpersonal dysregulation, OCD, anxiety-related disorders, social anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and couples/family issues.
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Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
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.
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
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.
(973) 791-5114 View (973) 791-5114
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Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Beyond treating individuals, I provide couples and family therapy.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
Beyond treating individuals, I provide couples and family therapy.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
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Anna Haber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
In working with children and adolescents I integrate family therapy.
Is your child or adolescent struggling with emotional, behavioral or social issues? Are they acting out or engaging in avoidant behaviors? If so, I would like to introduce myself. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, helping them learn how to cope with their thoughts and feelings so to effectively manage stress, life's challenges and get their needs and wants met in healthy ways. My approach is personalized, supportive and interactive aimed to improve insight, emotional well being, relationships and healthy coping. I offer a variety of treament options including CBT, DBT, and Social Cognitive Therapy.
In working with children and adolescents I integrate family therapy.
Is your child or adolescent struggling with emotional, behavioral or social issues? Are they acting out or engaging in avoidant behaviors? If so, I would like to introduce myself. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, helping them learn how to cope with their thoughts and feelings so to effectively manage stress, life's challenges and get their needs and wants met in healthy ways. My approach is personalized, supportive and interactive aimed to improve insight, emotional well being, relationships and healthy coping. I offer a variety of treament options including CBT, DBT, and Social Cognitive Therapy.
(201) 355-5531 View (201) 355-5531
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Karen E Cutaneo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960
When working with children, adolescents, adults and families, change involves not just the individual but also the whole family unit addressing challenges with attachment, academic issues, social and emotional issues, emotional regulation, family changes, divorce, affected by alcohol and drug use of a loved one, grief, anxiety, transitions and parenting.
I appreciate you taking an interest in my practice. Whether new to counseling or having had experience in the past, therapy is a courageous step to personal growth and change! I respect that each person has unique needs. With training in a variety of therapeutic approaches including interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, emotion theory and affective neuroscience, body-focused approaches, and transformational studies, an individualized plan will be developed to meet your goals. I am inspired by those individuals who have had difficult life experiences or challenging situations. My most rewarding experience continues to be a facilitator of growth and change in a safe accepting environment.
When working with children, adolescents, adults and families, change involves not just the individual but also the whole family unit addressing challenges with attachment, academic issues, social and emotional issues, emotional regulation, family changes, divorce, affected by alcohol and drug use of a loved one, grief, anxiety, transitions and parenting.
I appreciate you taking an interest in my practice. Whether new to counseling or having had experience in the past, therapy is a courageous step to personal growth and change! I respect that each person has unique needs. With training in a variety of therapeutic approaches including interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, emotion theory and affective neuroscience, body-focused approaches, and transformational studies, an individualized plan will be developed to meet your goals. I am inspired by those individuals who have had difficult life experiences or challenging situations. My most rewarding experience continues to be a facilitator of growth and change in a safe accepting environment.
(973) 610-1268 View (973) 610-1268
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Patricia Aussem
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, MAC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960
Are you or a loved one struggling with alcohol, opiates, benzos or other drugs? What about depression and anxiety, insomnia and loss of self-esteem? There is hope and treatment for people struggling and their family members. Together, we will create a plan to address your situation, helping you or a loved one understand the disease of addiction or mental health disorder, develop coping skills, deal with anxiety, anger, and other emotions, build a support network, improve sleep, and assess the need for medications, if warranted. My goal is to help you find a path to a rewarding, fullfilling life.
Are you or a loved one struggling with alcohol, opiates, benzos or other drugs? What about depression and anxiety, insomnia and loss of self-esteem? There is hope and treatment for people struggling and their family members. Together, we will create a plan to address your situation, helping you or a loved one understand the disease of addiction or mental health disorder, develop coping skills, deal with anxiety, anger, and other emotions, build a support network, improve sleep, and assess the need for medications, if warranted. My goal is to help you find a path to a rewarding, fullfilling life.
(973) 241-8427 View (973) 241-8427
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Caitlin Northern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
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Theresa Donnarumma
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, MEd, LMFT, Sch Psy
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
Hello and Welcome. Are you feeling overwhelmed, dealing with ADHD symptoms, anxiety, depression, guilt, inappropriate eating, an inability to focus. Let’s work together. I have guided individuals and families to better cope with family relationships, special education issues, ADHD, eating disorders, and other marital and parenting issues. I incorporate CBT and DBT techniques to assist in making more immediate behavioral changes; as we work through more challenging issues. My goal for clients is to assist them in gaining the wisdom and confidence to create change in their life.
Hello and Welcome. Are you feeling overwhelmed, dealing with ADHD symptoms, anxiety, depression, guilt, inappropriate eating, an inability to focus. Let’s work together. I have guided individuals and families to better cope with family relationships, special education issues, ADHD, eating disorders, and other marital and parenting issues. I incorporate CBT and DBT techniques to assist in making more immediate behavioral changes; as we work through more challenging issues. My goal for clients is to assist them in gaining the wisdom and confidence to create change in their life.
(973) 370-9009 View (973) 370-9009
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Perry J Bell
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
I practice from a cognitive- behavioral, family systems perspective which means the focus of treatment is the goal directed acquisition of social and emotional skills.
My focus is on the treatment of children, adolescents and families. Children often present with behavior and learning challenges, anxiety, depression, stress and technology obsessions. Parents play a significant role in developing goals and strategies. I also focus on the adolescent years and work frequently with school stress, social challenges, anxiety, depression, technology inundations and athletic performance. Overarching is the culture and dynamic of the families in which children and adolescents live. The goal is to feel better about our self, interact better with those in our life and develop skills to manage.
I practice from a cognitive- behavioral, family systems perspective which means the focus of treatment is the goal directed acquisition of social and emotional skills.
My focus is on the treatment of children, adolescents and families. Children often present with behavior and learning challenges, anxiety, depression, stress and technology obsessions. Parents play a significant role in developing goals and strategies. I also focus on the adolescent years and work frequently with school stress, social challenges, anxiety, depression, technology inundations and athletic performance. Overarching is the culture and dynamic of the families in which children and adolescents live. The goal is to feel better about our self, interact better with those in our life and develop skills to manage.
(862) 325-5291 View (862) 325-5291
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Danielle Slavin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
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Roni Zarbiv, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Are you experiencing excessive worry, anxiety and/or depression? Are you dealing with other issues such as chemical abuse, behavioral challenges that adversely impact your life? Welcome and greetings to you for taking an important step in addressing your emotional wellness needs. Seeking professional help is an important step on your road to wellness. With more than 30 years of clinical experience in the field of Behavioral Health, Addictions and Intellectual-Developmental Disabilities, I have a proven record of success providing individuals, couples and family counseling to adolescents and adults in a warm, welcoming and engaging environment.
Are you experiencing excessive worry, anxiety and/or depression? Are you dealing with other issues such as chemical abuse, behavioral challenges that adversely impact your life? Welcome and greetings to you for taking an important step in addressing your emotional wellness needs. Seeking professional help is an important step on your road to wellness. With more than 30 years of clinical experience in the field of Behavioral Health, Addictions and Intellectual-Developmental Disabilities, I have a proven record of success providing individuals, couples and family counseling to adolescents and adults in a warm, welcoming and engaging environment.
(201) 602-0988 View (201) 602-0988
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Janine Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Janine Elliott takes a collaborative approach to building relationships with clients that empower them to thrive in their relationships, school/workplace, and community. She uses evidence-based treatments including CBT, DBT, ERP and HRT to help reframe unhelpful behaviors and thoughts, increase emotional regulation, and improve resiliency. Janine received her MSW from Rutgers with a focus in family systems and attachment theory. She has also trained extensively with pioneers in the field at the Beck Institute, UPenn Department of Psychiatry, Center for Treatment and Study of Anxiety, and Minuchin Center for the Family.
Janine Elliott takes a collaborative approach to building relationships with clients that empower them to thrive in their relationships, school/workplace, and community. She uses evidence-based treatments including CBT, DBT, ERP and HRT to help reframe unhelpful behaviors and thoughts, increase emotional regulation, and improve resiliency. Janine received her MSW from Rutgers with a focus in family systems and attachment theory. She has also trained extensively with pioneers in the field at the Beck Institute, UPenn Department of Psychiatry, Center for Treatment and Study of Anxiety, and Minuchin Center for the Family.
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Elizabeth Harten Goldberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
As women we experience unique challenges beginning with our earliest family and school interactions.
As a clinical psychologist, I work to help individuals and families overcome their obstacles to achieving emotional and physical well- being.. Your anxiety and depression or other psychological problems are treated in the context of an empathic and personal therapeutic relationship.These disorders present differently at different life stages and need age/stage related attention. As a female clinician, I have developed an expertise working with women's issues throughout the life cycle. As a former teacher and school psychologist, I am also experienced in working with children and adolescents with the variety of concerns they may present.
As women we experience unique challenges beginning with our earliest family and school interactions.
As a clinical psychologist, I work to help individuals and families overcome their obstacles to achieving emotional and physical well- being.. Your anxiety and depression or other psychological problems are treated in the context of an empathic and personal therapeutic relationship.These disorders present differently at different life stages and need age/stage related attention. As a female clinician, I have developed an expertise working with women's issues throughout the life cycle. As a former teacher and school psychologist, I am also experienced in working with children and adolescents with the variety of concerns they may present.
(908) 264-2920 View (908) 264-2920
Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.