Therapists in Teaneck, NJ

I believe that people are fascinating and complex. My extensive practice of psychotherapy (over 30 years) taught me to see their struggles more as adaptations rather than pathology. Psychotherapy is based in science but it is much more than a technique and diagnosis. Here is where experience becomes crucial. I'm certain about a good result if my client is open and clear about the goals. I'm very comfortable working with mood disorders, relationship issues, traumas. I love working with couples.

I help millennials overcome anxiety and depression, work through life's challenges, and reach their fullest potential. As a therapist, I use a hands-on approach. I am compassionate and interactive, and I will always give you honest feedback. After working together you will enjoy a better overall mood, improve your work/life balance, feel more confident, and strengthen your communication skills.

I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience. I specialize in helping women managing life transitions and recovering from mood and anxiety disorders. I have worked with women to help them to successfully move through life challenges including motherhood, balancing family life and career, and dealing with losses. I hear from some women how overwhelmed they are. Yet, women are resilient and I have skills, passion and experience to help make their lives more fulfilling. Clients appreciate my empathy, authenticity, sense of humor, and my understanding of different cultures.

Our Art Therapy practice is a special place for children, teens and adults for self discovery, emotional wellness, building self-esteem and expressing feelings. Our NJ team is highly trained in development challenges, self regulation, moods, anger management, bereavement, chronic illness, divorce, PTSD and anxiety.

Life brings challenges to all of us; I understand this on a personal level. I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience guiding and advocating for people who suffer from depression, anxiety and personality disorders. I've worked firsthand with terminally ill patients and provided grief counseling to their families.

I am a Licensed Psychotherapist working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficult life changes and stages. I practice psychodynamically oriented psychotherapy and work on a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and grief. I obtained my Masters in Clinical Social Work from New York University, with a concentration in Mental Health and Art Therapy. Before I became a Psychotherapist I attended the Moscow Academy of Industrial and Applied Arts, at which I received a Master degree in Fine Arts and Interior Design.

Where special concerns deserve special care, Specialized Therapy Associates has been in operation since 1994 with a staff of psychologists, psychiatrists, and therapists in Hackensack, Ramsey, Short Hills, & Fort Lee. STA provides the full range of psychological services: individual, couples, family & group therapy. We also provide a full range of psychological testing services for all age ranges.STA offers specialized programs which includes but not limited to eating disorders, substance abuse, trauma, academic success, child and parenting. We are staffed with Board certified adult & child psychiatrists & psychiatric nurse practitioners, clinical social workers, licensed clinical alcohol & drug counselors & licensed professional counselors.

Life is beautiful, with all its ups and the unavoidable downs. The curve balls, while unexpected, are usually manageable - that is until it no longer feels that way. A person may feel empty, tired, depressed, anxious or angry (possibly all at the same time) and the world, suddenly or gradually, loses its colors. When stressful times strike us, our mind tends to recall old wounds. Once open, these wounds may present as feeling of a loss of control, anger, apathy, anxiety, depression. Healing and getting back to ourselves may feel hopeless - but it's not.

Given many stressors of modern life and demand to always be on top of our game, many of us are overwhelmed, suffering from unwanted emotions and feeling trapped in our circumstances. I offer supportive environment and goal-directed, biologically valid and clinically proven therapeutic approaches to help my clients re-establish healthy and functional relationship with their emotions, problem-solve through their circumstances and become "un-stuck" in their lives. In my practice, I combine elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based approaches, existential and biological/evolutionary perspectives.

Our services include individual, couples and family therapy, tailored to meet your unique needs and goals. Additionally we offer a range of evaluations and assessments with our psychologist. We utilize evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, and psychodynamic therapy to help you gain insight, develop new perspectives and create positive changes in your life. Our therapists are dedicated to providing culturally sensitive and inclusive care, respecting your identity, background and beliefs.

Do not underestimate the mind-body connection. A mind distraught is a body at risk. Psychological unease affects all aspects of our lives, as well as the lives of those nearest to us. Though our predicaments can often feel hopeless, and seeking relief can feel futile, psychotherapy proves daily that, in the care of a specialist, an altered perspective can offer life-changing insight, as well as the development of healthy and effective coping strategies to deal with a multitude of challenges.

As a psychologist, I assist people in acquiring greater creative and emotional competencies, reconnecting with themselves and significant others, and removing obstacles to personal happiness and joy. Psychotherapy is about personal growth, healing after emotional trauma and grief, and realizing one's fullest potential. In therapy sessions we examine meaningful relationships, communication styles, and barriers to success with a goal of restoring a sense of balance to your life and, by extension, to the lives of others who care deeply about you. For those who wish to deepen their self-understanding, we explore the unconscious by analyzing dreams, memories, and fantasies.

Мне нравится помогать людям преодолевать жизненные трудности. Особое внимание я уделяю похуданию. Я понимаю сложность и разочарование процесса, и я помогу вам поставить реалистичные цели и достичь их. Другая моя специализация связана с утратой, горем и трауром. Потеря любимого человека это особенно травматичное событие. Я помогу вам найти внутреннюю силу и стремление к саморазвитию, чтобы продолжать находить радость в жизни, несмотря на боль вашей утраты.

Starting from the stresses of everyday life, trauma, or relationship issues, I am committed to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals seeking support and healing. As a mental health professional, I understand the profound impact that life's challenges can have on one's well-being and sense of self. I'm here to help you navigate these emotions and provide you with the tools for a happier life. I am a firm believer in the humanistic approach, drawing on empathy and compassion to establish a safe, nurturing, non-judgmental, and comfortable therapeutic environment.

Welcome to Althea Online Counseling, where your healing journey begins and an improved self is created. In these trying times where things feel very divisive and emotions run wild, we need to know that help is accessible and convenient. Whether you feel isolated and alone, or sad, depressed, anxious or just an overwhelmed feeling of uncertainty, please know we are here to help. If you want to start a journey to a better self and find a level of peace within the chaos. Please give us a call.