Grief Therapists in Teaneck, NJ

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Samantha Tulipani
Licensed Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I specialize in assisting older teens and young adults with a range of challenges, including anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, life transitions, self-esteem, and stress.
Are you a young adult feeling detached or overwhelmed? Perhaps you're struggling to discover your true identity amidst life's challenges and expectations. You might be dealing with the effects of trauma, loss, a toxic cycle, or major life changes. Though you appear fine to others, you may feel like you're falling apart inside, unsure where to even begin. Maybe you're experiencing a mix of emotions like sadness, frustration, stress, insecurity, and lack of motivation. Whatever it is, know you don't have to face it alone. My goal is to provide a warm safespace to work together to start your journey of exploration, healing, and growth.
I specialize in assisting older teens and young adults with a range of challenges, including anxiety, relationships, trauma, grief, life transitions, self-esteem, and stress.
Are you a young adult feeling detached or overwhelmed? Perhaps you're struggling to discover your true identity amidst life's challenges and expectations. You might be dealing with the effects of trauma, loss, a toxic cycle, or major life changes. Though you appear fine to others, you may feel like you're falling apart inside, unsure where to even begin. Maybe you're experiencing a mix of emotions like sadness, frustration, stress, insecurity, and lack of motivation. Whatever it is, know you don't have to face it alone. My goal is to provide a warm safespace to work together to start your journey of exploration, healing, and growth.
(551) 310-2310 View (551) 310-2310
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Libby Linick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I understand that each person possesses unique strengths. My goal is to help you overcome barriers and find solutions to issues that are keeping you from realizing your full potential. Together we will determine the treatment plan that will lead to positive change and growth. I can help you achieve your emotional health goals, at any age!
I understand that each person possesses unique strengths. My goal is to help you overcome barriers and find solutions to issues that are keeping you from realizing your full potential. Together we will determine the treatment plan that will lead to positive change and growth. I can help you achieve your emotional health goals, at any age!
(201) 581-7580 View (201) 581-7580
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Ejlh Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MDiv, MEd
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666  (Online Only)
I am effective with anxiety, grief and loss issues, family dynamics and student child interpersonal skills.
I counsel from a strengths-based compassionate view point. All ages are of interest to me as I believe in relationships and how clients are able to operate within the relationships they find themselves. With 29 yrs of work in education, students and young adults are of particular interest. I have worked as an in-school clinician in a K-8 school with children who have emotional, behavioral and interpersonal issues. As a former spiritual hospice counselor, I have gained extensive background in grief and loss therapy and end-of-life issues that are often manifested through family dynamics.
I am effective with anxiety, grief and loss issues, family dynamics and student child interpersonal skills.
I counsel from a strengths-based compassionate view point. All ages are of interest to me as I believe in relationships and how clients are able to operate within the relationships they find themselves. With 29 yrs of work in education, students and young adults are of particular interest. I have worked as an in-school clinician in a K-8 school with children who have emotional, behavioral and interpersonal issues. As a former spiritual hospice counselor, I have gained extensive background in grief and loss therapy and end-of-life issues that are often manifested through family dynamics.
(201) 371-7263 View (201) 371-7263
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Peter J Paterno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
"Helping clients to promote meaningful change in their lives." Overcome anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, relationship challenges, OCD and substance abuse. Working with Teens to adults in a warm, comfortable and supportive professional space.
"Helping clients to promote meaningful change in their lives." Overcome anxiety, depression, grief, ADHD, relationship challenges, OCD and substance abuse. Working with Teens to adults in a warm, comfortable and supportive professional space.
(201) 731-2007 View (201) 731-2007
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Alan Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I can help you with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, family conflict, marital conflict, family violence (including domestic violence), parenting issues, adolescent issues, career issues, substance use, and many, many others.
Hope. Healing. Understanding. You deserve to live a fulfilling life with healthy relationships and satisfying life choices. I look forward to helping you along that journey. It is natural and common to be "blocked" or "stuck" as one travels through life's challenges. It is normal to feel sad, frustrated, confused... to feel like no one understands what you are going through, even a partner or your family members. I am an experienced clinician who has successfully helped many individuals, couples and families understand the barriers to meeting their needs and identify the ways and means to move forward.
I can help you with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief, family conflict, marital conflict, family violence (including domestic violence), parenting issues, adolescent issues, career issues, substance use, and many, many others.
Hope. Healing. Understanding. You deserve to live a fulfilling life with healthy relationships and satisfying life choices. I look forward to helping you along that journey. It is natural and common to be "blocked" or "stuck" as one travels through life's challenges. It is normal to feel sad, frustrated, confused... to feel like no one understands what you are going through, even a partner or your family members. I am an experienced clinician who has successfully helped many individuals, couples and families understand the barriers to meeting their needs and identify the ways and means to move forward.
(201) 292-0566 View (201) 292-0566
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Thomas Graglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Sawubona! In Zulu, the most widely spoken language in South Africa, this means more than hello, it means - I see you, I recognize your worth and dignity. Life can often leave us in mental and emotional survival mode, stripping us of our worth. I am passionate about helping people move from simply surviving towards thriving. I work best with individuals experiencing PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or various types of conflict including familial, relational, spiritual, and self.
Sawubona! In Zulu, the most widely spoken language in South Africa, this means more than hello, it means - I see you, I recognize your worth and dignity. Life can often leave us in mental and emotional survival mode, stripping us of our worth. I am passionate about helping people move from simply surviving towards thriving. I work best with individuals experiencing PTSD, trauma, depression, anxiety, and/or various types of conflict including familial, relational, spiritual, and self.
(201) 627-9509 View (201) 627-9509
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David Solomon Gruskin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666  (Online Only)
David Gruskin is a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and warm clinician who believes it is important to have support when facing challenges, transitions, loss, and uncertainty.
I can start explaining a little about myself.  How I like to work.  The last years, I've been working with a mixture of individuals using primarily psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and CBT techniques.  I like to work with a small number of patients often over a period of time. So no quick fixes here. And if, after this initial session, you decide to move forward, we should aim to meet at this time and this location each and every week. The purpose, or the aim, is to create a time and a space which is entirely yours, week on week.
David Gruskin is a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and warm clinician who believes it is important to have support when facing challenges, transitions, loss, and uncertainty.
I can start explaining a little about myself.  How I like to work.  The last years, I've been working with a mixture of individuals using primarily psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, and CBT techniques.  I like to work with a small number of patients often over a period of time. So no quick fixes here. And if, after this initial session, you decide to move forward, we should aim to meet at this time and this location each and every week. The purpose, or the aim, is to create a time and a space which is entirely yours, week on week.
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Jill Hellman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Not accepting new clients
I work with adults and teens on a range of issues including depression and anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions and personal growth.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Life presents a series of transitions that are challenging even when things are going well. Add the unexpected but inevitable curveballs, and we often end up struggling. But I'm here to help. I'm a humanistic, relational, and psychodynamic psychotherapist, passionate about helping people overcome obstacles that stand in the way of experiencing joy and living life to the fullest.
I work with adults and teens on a range of issues including depression and anxiety, grief and loss, relationship issues, life transitions and personal growth.
Are you feeling depressed or anxious, overwhelmed or stuck? Life presents a series of transitions that are challenging even when things are going well. Add the unexpected but inevitable curveballs, and we often end up struggling. But I'm here to help. I'm a humanistic, relational, and psychodynamic psychotherapist, passionate about helping people overcome obstacles that stand in the way of experiencing joy and living life to the fullest.
(201) 371-4846 View (201) 371-4846
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Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology that provides psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families. ITI-NJ operates at a number of locations throughout the state of NJ and the great majority of our therapists are in-network with all major insurance plans.
The Integrative Therapy Institute of New Jersey (ITI-NJ) is a group practice in clinical and counseling psychology that provides psychotherapy services for individuals, couples, and families. ITI-NJ operates at a number of locations throughout the state of NJ and the great majority of our therapists are in-network with all major insurance plans.
(201) 762-8200 View (201) 762-8200
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Mia S. Howard, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS Ed, MA, CAGCS, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, thank you for reaching out for emotional support and health. I have over 20 years of experience in mental health, 3 masters degrees, 6 years of psychoanalytic training, and 3 specialized certifications. I provide compassionate and grounded care to people of all ages and backgrounds. My extensive training and life experiences enable me to treat many different mental health challenges. I listen carefully to you, and offer my informed guidance to help you to grow at your own pace. I can empower you to heal and progress in your life, and in your self.
Hello, thank you for reaching out for emotional support and health. I have over 20 years of experience in mental health, 3 masters degrees, 6 years of psychoanalytic training, and 3 specialized certifications. I provide compassionate and grounded care to people of all ages and backgrounds. My extensive training and life experiences enable me to treat many different mental health challenges. I listen carefully to you, and offer my informed guidance to help you to grow at your own pace. I can empower you to heal and progress in your life, and in your self.
(201) 584-6690 View (201) 584-6690
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Candace Boltuch Fagan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ICADC
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I have spent my career helping individuals cope with issues that include, anxiety, depression, addiction and co-dependency. A good therapist helps you cope with your life by helping you recognize other options, along with offering support and reinforcing your strengths. Insight only represents a part of treatment. Convincing someone to try something new is the real challenge and that will only be accomplished in a safe, caring relationship. So, if you find yourself scared, frustrated, defeated or overwhelmed, allow me to accompany you on this journey. Together, we can figure out how to deal with all that troubles you-successfully.
I have spent my career helping individuals cope with issues that include, anxiety, depression, addiction and co-dependency. A good therapist helps you cope with your life by helping you recognize other options, along with offering support and reinforcing your strengths. Insight only represents a part of treatment. Convincing someone to try something new is the real challenge and that will only be accomplished in a safe, caring relationship. So, if you find yourself scared, frustrated, defeated or overwhelmed, allow me to accompany you on this journey. Together, we can figure out how to deal with all that troubles you-successfully.
(201) 875-3049 View (201) 875-3049
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Rainer Orth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Are you feeling down, stuck, or overwhelmed? Are things just not working out despite your best efforts? If so, I know my first priority will be to listen to you in such a way that you are left feeling heard and understood. As a team, we will develop an individualized plan to turn your life around. My approach will be based on your specific needs and what works for you. In doing so, I will provide you with ongoing support along with some highly effective tools that will help to decrease your distress and will leave you feeling better sooner than later.
Are you feeling down, stuck, or overwhelmed? Are things just not working out despite your best efforts? If so, I know my first priority will be to listen to you in such a way that you are left feeling heard and understood. As a team, we will develop an individualized plan to turn your life around. My approach will be based on your specific needs and what works for you. In doing so, I will provide you with ongoing support along with some highly effective tools that will help to decrease your distress and will leave you feeling better sooner than later.
(201) 494-2582 View (201) 494-2582
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Deniz M Colak
Psychologist, PhD, MPH
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
As a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York, I provide individual and family psychotherapy as well as couples counseling in my private practice. I treat children, adolscents, and adults and work with a Turkish-speaking population as well, given that I speak Turkish fluently and have a solid understanding of the culture. I have worked with individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, multi-cultural/assimilation issues, women's issues, chronic illnesses, and behavioral problems.
As a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York, I provide individual and family psychotherapy as well as couples counseling in my private practice. I treat children, adolscents, and adults and work with a Turkish-speaking population as well, given that I speak Turkish fluently and have a solid understanding of the culture. I have worked with individuals presenting with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, multi-cultural/assimilation issues, women's issues, chronic illnesses, and behavioral problems.
(917) 746-0352 View (917) 746-0352
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Josefina Morales Jimenez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Since I began practicing psychotherapy in 1999, I have accompanied individuals particularly experiencing difficulty with life stress, process of acculturation, depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, issues stemming from childhood, as well as recent or unresolved trauma/PTSD. For individuals interested, I am able to incorporate as well as spiritual components into the psychotherapy treatment. I am trained in the use of (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing.
Since I began practicing psychotherapy in 1999, I have accompanied individuals particularly experiencing difficulty with life stress, process of acculturation, depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, issues stemming from childhood, as well as recent or unresolved trauma/PTSD. For individuals interested, I am able to incorporate as well as spiritual components into the psychotherapy treatment. I am trained in the use of (EMDR) Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing.
(973) 750-9747 View (973) 750-9747
Marylin Granat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
As a licensed clinician of 24 years and uppermost in my treatment is concern for my clients well being, their trust in me, and the use of my expertise in helping them become a well functioning individual. The issue of confidentiality is of prime importance in working with people. My motto is, 'the client first', and I work at their pace and use their needs to mutually assess, explore and cultivate treatment goals and options. On an as need basis I will contact other family members to carefully understand the family system and know the family world of the client.
As a licensed clinician of 24 years and uppermost in my treatment is concern for my clients well being, their trust in me, and the use of my expertise in helping them become a well functioning individual. The issue of confidentiality is of prime importance in working with people. My motto is, 'the client first', and I work at their pace and use their needs to mutually assess, explore and cultivate treatment goals and options. On an as need basis I will contact other family members to carefully understand the family system and know the family world of the client.
(201) 875-1053 View (201) 875-1053
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Naomi Mejia-Murphy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
In life, we are dealt circumstances that we need to contend with as best we can. While we often try to be as adaptive as possible, we are sometimes faced with challenges that are too hard to navigate alone. If you are currently struggling with relationships, depression, anxiety, identity, or life transitions, therapy may be a space where you can find new avenues of understanding, relief, connection, and fulfillment.
In life, we are dealt circumstances that we need to contend with as best we can. While we often try to be as adaptive as possible, we are sometimes faced with challenges that are too hard to navigate alone. If you are currently struggling with relationships, depression, anxiety, identity, or life transitions, therapy may be a space where you can find new avenues of understanding, relief, connection, and fulfillment.
(332) 244-3042 View (332) 244-3042
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Tamar Danzger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I am a clinical social worker skilled and experienced in providing individual, family and group therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My style is non judgmental and I am sensitive to the needs of each individual. I use techniques that are eclectic, drawing on cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, narrative, psychodynamic, positive and humanistic psychology. I utilize evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth by tailoring an individual treatment approach. I also use Motivational Interviewing techniques to help you to achieve desired goals.
I am a clinical social worker skilled and experienced in providing individual, family and group therapy to adults, adolescents and children. My style is non judgmental and I am sensitive to the needs of each individual. I use techniques that are eclectic, drawing on cognitive, behavioral, dialectical, narrative, psychodynamic, positive and humanistic psychology. I utilize evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth by tailoring an individual treatment approach. I also use Motivational Interviewing techniques to help you to achieve desired goals.
(917) 979-2126 View (917) 979-2126
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Melissa Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666  (Online Only)
“This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor.” I strive to create a space where healing occurs - a place where you can sit with difficult thoughts, emotions and behaviors, and develop the tools to transform them. My style is warm and supportive, creating an environment that fosters self-acceptance. I believe in partnering with you to help you unlock blocks to growth and change.
“This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor.” I strive to create a space where healing occurs - a place where you can sit with difficult thoughts, emotions and behaviors, and develop the tools to transform them. My style is warm and supportive, creating an environment that fosters self-acceptance. I believe in partnering with you to help you unlock blocks to growth and change.
(859) 493-8485 View (859) 493-8485
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Tina Joen
MA, MFT, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tina Joen, MFT-LP holds a Master’s Degree from Alliance University. Embracing the belief that family dynamics and patterns intricately shape individual experiences, Tina approaches her practice with a focus on the interconnected set of relationships that define each client’s journey.
Tina Joen, MFT-LP holds a Master’s Degree from Alliance University. Embracing the belief that family dynamics and patterns intricately shape individual experiences, Tina approaches her practice with a focus on the interconnected set of relationships that define each client’s journey.
(929) 512-7846 View (929) 512-7846
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M. Elizabeth Langell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I am Liz Langell, Ph. D., a psychologist with postdoctoral training in clinical psychology and neuropsychology from New York City's Beth Israel Medical Center. My training has been thorough, with exposure to many theories and styles of treatment. Years of teaching and supervising doctoral students have expanded my knowledge base. The most important factor influencing how I work with individuals, however, involves what they personally want to accomplish in therapy. I mainly determine this through collaborative discussion: I view psychotherapy as a partnership, and I am relatively active and open.
I am Liz Langell, Ph. D., a psychologist with postdoctoral training in clinical psychology and neuropsychology from New York City's Beth Israel Medical Center. My training has been thorough, with exposure to many theories and styles of treatment. Years of teaching and supervising doctoral students have expanded my knowledge base. The most important factor influencing how I work with individuals, however, involves what they personally want to accomplish in therapy. I mainly determine this through collaborative discussion: I view psychotherapy as a partnership, and I am relatively active and open.
(201) 688-7196 View (201) 688-7196
Grief Therapists

How long does therapy take for grief?

There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.

When should you seek therapy for grief?

Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.

Can grief be managed without therapy?

Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.

What happens if grief is left untreated?

Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.