Therapists in Monmouth Junction, NJ

I have been a parent trainer, mentor, and coach for over 15 years, specifically working with children who were adopted or survived childhood maltreatment. I am a TBRI (Trust-based relational intervention) Practitioner and hold a Master of Science in child and adolescent developmental psychology. As an adoptive mom and licensed foster parent, who has worked with adoptive/foster families for over 14 years, I see the challenges and complexities of trauma and loss daily. As an adoptee and child advocate, I enthusiastically support adoptees and survivors of childhood maltreatment creating strategies for success and seeing them thrive!

My approach integrates mindfulness, narrative therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy, to support you in managing anxiety and stress in a safe environment. I have a specialized skill set in career coaching, drawing from a successful marketing career before transitioning to psychotherapy. I offer focused guidance on life transitions, particularly those associated with parenthood, caring for aging parents, and navigating long-term relationships.

Navigating life in your 20s, 30s, or 40s involves finding balance and authenticity in a world that often feels chaotic and demanding. As a holistic therapist, I provide a nurturing space where we can explore the interconnectedness of your mind, body, and spirit. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life and relationships, disconnected from your inner sense of peace, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, know that you're not alone. Together, we'll gently unravel the knots of stress and uncertainty, using mindfulness practices and body awareness to reconnect you with your inner wisdom and well-being.

You ask yourself "why did I just say that?" It's hard to stop thinking about how you messed up a conversation, a task, or an assignment. People say "you are too sensitive" when you share how you feel. You don't like how you speak impulsively. Your family and heritage are important to you but there is tension. You think about your past in negative ways and it's hard to focus on the present moment. It's hard to feel relaxed in your body. At times you feel restless and at other times stiff and numb. Feeling balanced is tough.

The quality of relationships is at the heart of my work. Whether you are going through a separation or divorce, loss, doubts about a new love interest, parenting or step-parenting issues, pain of an affair, an upsetting move, or a life-stage transition, I can help you move through and beyond the pain or challenges of your situation. I will listen deeply, ask meaningful questions, help make sense of what you are going through, and share both tears and laughter along the way - no matter what the pain, disappointment, confusion or anger you may experience.

New Paths Counseling is accepting patients and is incorporating a hybrid model, with options for in-person or virtual. Does worry permeate your thoughts? Do you find that stress supersedes your happiness? In an ever-changing world of fast paced expectations, finding inner peace can be fleeting or even seemingly impossible to experience. You are not alone. Life is complicated, and charting these paths can be confusing and frustrating. At New Paths Counseling, our belief is that peace in life can be restored and that we can be a trusting and secure confidant to assist you in shining light back into the windows of your life and beyond.

The Princeton Center for MindBody Healing prioritizes holistic healing and walking with you to grow your best self: mind, body and soul. Our clinicians work on a wide range of issues with a wide range of therapeutic techniques, self-care tools and clinical styles. We offer traditional and non-traditional outpatient services for individuals, couples, and families of all forms and fashions including office and nature sessions, walking sessions, video, text and telephone. We believe in affirming & celebrating all people for who you truly are.

Life is a lot like the ocean..full of waves. Some waves are fun to ride, but many leave us struggling to keep our heads above water. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, addictions or other habits that don’t serve you well, poor self esteem, life transitions, challenges with relationships, work-life balance, aging or caregiver burnout, you deserve to have compassionate and competent support along the way. With an approach that is tailored to meet your needs and is grounded in evidence-based practices, our work together will enable you to navigate the ups & downs of life so you can truly thrive!

Are you struggling with grief, loss, or anxiety? Grief is so painful that it can feel paralyzing. It can be caused by many different events : death, anticipating the loss of a loved one while they’re still alive, the loss of your own bodily autonomy due to illness or disability, divorce, domestic violence or abuse, loss of a job, pregnancy loss whether from miscarriage or abortion, among many others. Any major life transition may create a sense of grief or anxiety. Unfortunately, many people learn to avoid and suppress these emotions. This can lead to prolonged grief - intense sorrow and an inability to enjoy life.

Hello! I'm Shannon Burdick, LCSW, and I appreciate your interest in therapy with me. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I obtained my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Social Work from Rutgers University. Throughout my career, I've served in numerous roles, including individual and group therapy, adult and adolescent PHP, substance use disorder treatment programs, and hospital and primary care settings. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations of all ages and cultural backgrounds. My objective is to offer a secure environment where you can freely express yourself and receive compassionate understanding.

I welcome all clients who are looking to improve their overall mood and quality of life. I will provide you with support and unconditional positive regard as we work together to explore and challenge the thinking patterns and behaviors that feel familiar yet aren't working in your relationship with yourself and others.

Whether you're a veteran or a newcomer, starting therapy can be one of the most taxing and anxiety provoking things we can imagine. Many of us live day by day worried about what may happen or what has happened, and eventually it starts to consume how we think and behave. We start to lie to ourselves and others about what is happening, and we start to feel trapped and hopeless. Everyday seems to be a battle and we crave a release.

Are you struggling to manage your inner feelings and all of the stressors in your life? You can overcome your obstacles with the right therapist. I enjoy working with people who, like myself, are trying to face the many feelings that are sometimes difficult to stay present with.

How many times have you said to yourself, "I've got to stop doing this"? And then you do it again. I know because I've worked with hundreds of people, individually and in groups, who have said the same thing. But together we have found a way to get them unstuck and onto a path of increased self-esteem and happiness. Whether the issue is putting unhealthy food in your body or not effectively communicating, I'm here to help you identify the patterns that are keeping you stuck so that you can take charge of your life.