Family Therapy in 07924

Virtual sessions only. Do you want to create a more peaceful and happy life for yourself and/or your family? Together, we can address your concerns and achieve your goals without judgment. I have over 20 years of experience in the field working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. I am most passionate about working with adults dealing with relationship, family, phase of life and communication issues, parenting issues, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, adoption, disordered eating, generational trauma and more. I use humor and a humanistic collaborative approach to help you achieve your therapy goals.

Life can be overwhelming at times. When events don’t go as planned or relationships fall apart, it can be helpful to process with a caring professional. As a Licensed Associate Counselor, I am an empathic listener who guides and empowers my clients to lead emotionally, relationally, and physically healthy lives.

My mission is to provide counseling to help you and/or your loved one(s) gain personal insight, learn self-compassion, and build resilience to achieve positive, long-lasting change. What you can expect based on what my current clients are saying about their therapy: 1. Gain Personal Insight – "reduced mood swings, more positive attitude." 2. Learn Self-Compassion – "Went from feeling criticized and berated to a kinder, warmer place."

Hello and welcome! I know how difficult it can be to navigate life’s challenges. I also know it may be even more difficult to seek help, but I’m so glad you’re here. Through our time together, we’ll explore where you are now and the goals you have for yourself, create a plan that will help you to move forward, and then work through it all together. I believe in creating an environment where individuals are empowered to explore their thoughts and feelings openly, with the goal of developing practical skills for managing challenges and building resilience.

If you are looking for effective solution-focused online therapy then we are the people for you. Our boutique client-centered practice is small enough to take care of your needs and give you a seamless experience and large enough to treat almost all of your concerns. Our clients attest to the effectiveness of online therapy in healing and overcoming life’s challenges. All from the comfort of your own space.

Life's challenges are diverse and dynamic. They can manifest as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, or a myriad of other forms. Every human bears their unique burdens and just as no two struggles are identical, no pain should ever be underestimated. Therapy is not solely about alleviating pain, it's about becoming empowered to live one's best life. It's about learning the tools and strategies to navigate life's storms, to find your inner strength, and to embrace your authentic self. It's a transformative process that can lead to profound self-discovery and personal growth.

I believe it is possible to significantly reduce the stress, financial hardship, and trauma of divorce by having the right support people on your team. Getting divorced is an overwhelming process wrought with intense emotions, financial uncertainties, and broken hopes and dreams. What most people don't realize is there are many options available to accomplish your divorce and move forward to a place of peace, satisfaction and hopefulness again. My goal is to guide and support you throughout the process so you not only have a successful divorce, but you walk away with A Life You Love.

My approach to therapy is always client-centered, deisgned to re-connect you with your intrinsic wisdom and recognize your capacity to change. I combine an integrative approach utilizing ancient wisdom traditions with modern therapeutic modalities. By a small shift in awareness, you can end destructive habit patterns and sustain a less stressful, healthier lifestyle. As a student of Dr. Carol Look, Dr. Dan Siegel and Jon-Kabat Zinn, Phd, I utilize EFT ("tapping"), Mindfulness (MBSR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) and the patented IN-VIZION process to teach you a skill set you can use at home.

Are you struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, relationship issues or a difficult life transition? Have you been affected by trauma or multiple traumatic experiences? Would you like to regain control of your thoughts, emotions and begins to live a meaningful and enjoyable life? I can help you heal by providing research based coping skills, supporting you in cultivating feelings of healthy connection with yourself and others, and offering a safe space to explore, process and overcome difficult issues and past traumas.

I believe most people are innately resilient, and only need a fresh perspective to help them to restore balance to their lives. I begin by getting to know my client's unique life experience, beliefs, concerns, and behaviors. We then work together to identify, challenge and discard self-limiting beliefs and behaviors, and help them choose more constructive beliefs and behaviors that produce positive life outcomes.

I recognize and am deeply respectful of the courage it takes to reach out for help. I believe each client has unique strengths and work with you to discover and enhance these as we explore, modify, and resolve troublesome areas. My training and style combine cognitive, behavioral and psychodynamic techniques. I am dedicated to combining my experience, skills,and compassion to help you develop the specific tools you need. My clients are adults and teens who are experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, postpartum struggles, and the psychological struggles and complications that come with chronic physical illness or having a chronically ill family member.

I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and trauma. Many of the people who engage in therapy with me do so as a result of stress related to relationship conflict or life transitions including pregnancy. I utilize an integrative, personalized approach to therapy and believe the therapeutic process should be collaborative and transparent. Together we will work to identify your unique needs and goals and will use shared-decision making in identifying how we will work together.

Providing CBT & DBT via teletherapy. Perception is everything. How we perceive something will directly impact our emotional and behavioral responses. Learning to understand the process of perception will offer ongoing opportunities for an individual to enact change in his or her life. I offer specialized treatment for college students and young professionals during their transition into college or the workforce. In my practice I draw from my intensive training in both CBT and DBT to teach these fundamental coping skills to clients. Clients have the option to attend treatment in my office or via videoconferencing.

Emi provides individual and group therapy in the following areas: children, adolescents, families and adults, addressing the life issues of major loss, grief and trauma, anger, stress, crisis management, conflict resolution and negotiation, self-esteem and depression. She has many years of experience working in private practice, county mental health and working with the court system. Her practice of therapy is guided by the belief that no matter what happened, all persons have the ability to show resilience, to gather strength, and to learn new skills in order to improve their quality of life.

Anxiety and depression can stop you from living life to the fullest. You just don't feel like yourself. You suffer and your relationships suffer. Often you feel stuck and hopeless but aren't clear on the cause. Conflicts that are lodged in your unconscious don't become clear until you start to talk. Talking to an experienced therapist offers you a safe place to say everything. If talking is hard and you don't know where to begin, it is my job to help you.

Life challenges us all at one time or another. Are you struggling with a difficult life transition, such as divorce, loss, career or health issues, or supporting a love one through a difficult time? Is anxiety or depression getting in the way of a deeper more fulfilling experience of life? I can meet you where you are and assist you in making the changes you want to see in your life. I provide support and guidance as well as a safe space. I am a welcoming, empathetic professional using a mindful, client-based approach to therapy. Through creativity and humor we can collaborate on your journey to having more joy in your life.

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.

I have experience in intensive outpatient, partial care, and substance use settings, employing a person-centered, trauma-informed, eclectic approach that integrates concepts from various modalities such as DBT, CBT, solutions-focused therapy, and narrative therapy. While my identity as a cisgender queer man informs my work, particularly within the LGBTQIA+ community, I am acutely mindful of diverse backgrounds and intersectionality and seek to understand your perspective to support your success.

Facing life's challenges takes courage and while there is always a path toward change, we sometimes need support along the way. Counseling can help increase self-awareness leading to healthier choices, effective coping skills and improved communication, elevating overall wellness and life satisfaction. Learning to manage anxiety and depression, coping with grief or trauma, family relationship conflict and recovery from substance abuse are common problems I work on with clients. Together, we can navigate what often seems overwhelming when faced alone.