Therapists in Teaneck, NJ
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Sadreika Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is establishing rapport by creating a warm and safe environment for the client to be themselves and process presenting challenges. My practice is focused on assisting clients working through challenging moments and emotions instead of having the mindset of wanting to get rid of hardships and intense emotions. I use various psychological treatments such as CBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to assist with managing emotions and life stressors.
My approach to therapy is establishing rapport by creating a warm and safe environment for the client to be themselves and process presenting challenges. My practice is focused on assisting clients working through challenging moments and emotions instead of having the mindset of wanting to get rid of hardships and intense emotions. I use various psychological treatments such as CBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy to assist with managing emotions and life stressors.
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Let's face it, it's not easy coming to the decision to seek out counseling, let alone calling a complete stranger to do so. My hope is that, if you decide to take this step to contact me, we will not be strangers for long. I have been a clinician in various capacities for over 15 years and have always worked very hard to make people feel comfortable talking to me. During those years I have developed a general practice where I have seen people for anxiety, depression, parenting, marriage and sexuality.
Let's face it, it's not easy coming to the decision to seek out counseling, let alone calling a complete stranger to do so. My hope is that, if you decide to take this step to contact me, we will not be strangers for long. I have been a clinician in various capacities for over 15 years and have always worked very hard to make people feel comfortable talking to me. During those years I have developed a general practice where I have seen people for anxiety, depression, parenting, marriage and sexuality.
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Shanalein Cruz
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Shanlein Cruz is an Clincial Mental Health Counselor in the state of New Jersey. I had work over seventeen years with children and over nine years working with children who have been under the umbrella of abuse, LGBTQ youth and mental disabilities. Her areas of expertise is sexual abuse and emotional abuse. Other areas of her work experiences are working with children who has autism, anxiety, ADHD and LGBTQ youth.
Shanlein Cruz is an Clincial Mental Health Counselor in the state of New Jersey. I had work over seventeen years with children and over nine years working with children who have been under the umbrella of abuse, LGBTQ youth and mental disabilities. Her areas of expertise is sexual abuse and emotional abuse. Other areas of her work experiences are working with children who has autism, anxiety, ADHD and LGBTQ youth.
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Together, we can work to uncover the deeper meaning and motivation behind your child’s behavior. I am dedicated to providing you with individualized support to help lower anxiety, reach your full potential and uncover your strengths. I provide a supportive, nurturing and non-judgmental space to help empower you to make positive choices and help foster growth. In my work with children, I utilize play, CBT, and other therapeutic modalities to help them feel most comfortable expressing themselves.
Together, we can work to uncover the deeper meaning and motivation behind your child’s behavior. I am dedicated to providing you with individualized support to help lower anxiety, reach your full potential and uncover your strengths. I provide a supportive, nurturing and non-judgmental space to help empower you to make positive choices and help foster growth. In my work with children, I utilize play, CBT, and other therapeutic modalities to help them feel most comfortable expressing themselves.
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Are you tired of letting fear, anxiety and insecurity intrude in your life? Do you often feel alone? Maybe you are struggling with a specific issue, or just simply want to grow and improve. Whatever brought you here, please use this page and/or my website (www.alperinpsychology.com) to help you decide if it makes sense to call me. My name is Dr. Alexander Alperin and I believe we can create a partnership that can help you achieve your goals. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, and numerous other conditions.
Are you tired of letting fear, anxiety and insecurity intrude in your life? Do you often feel alone? Maybe you are struggling with a specific issue, or just simply want to grow and improve. Whatever brought you here, please use this page and/or my website (www.alperinpsychology.com) to help you decide if it makes sense to call me. My name is Dr. Alexander Alperin and I believe we can create a partnership that can help you achieve your goals. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples who suffer from depression, anxiety, and numerous other conditions.
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Center for Purposeful Aging/Sarah Hiller-Bersson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666 (Online Only)
With the demographic shift in aging and improvements in healthcare, it is time to reconsider an alternative mindset towards being an Older Adult. This phase in one’s lifetime should be meaningful, fulfilling, purposeful and contain a robust positive psychological well-being. Let's make 70 the new 40. It is time to shed the negative thoughts and attitude, replacing it with a better version of yourself.
With the demographic shift in aging and improvements in healthcare, it is time to reconsider an alternative mindset towards being an Older Adult. This phase in one’s lifetime should be meaningful, fulfilling, purposeful and contain a robust positive psychological well-being. Let's make 70 the new 40. It is time to shed the negative thoughts and attitude, replacing it with a better version of yourself.
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Gabrielle Moskovitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Are you struggling with maternal health stressors: infertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum anxiety or depression, or motherhood stress? Do you feel stuck and want to achieve life changes? Unfortunately, nowadays, it is all too common to feel lost, overwhelmed, or anxious. Each client deserves an individualized approach to therapy based on your needs.
Are you struggling with maternal health stressors: infertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum anxiety or depression, or motherhood stress? Do you feel stuck and want to achieve life changes? Unfortunately, nowadays, it is all too common to feel lost, overwhelmed, or anxious. Each client deserves an individualized approach to therapy based on your needs.
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We all want to feel whole and achieve meaningful goals in our lives. To do so requires honesty and dedication, especially around the insecurities and defense mechanisms that have become ingrained within our personality. I can help you zoom out to gain more familiarity with your true Self trying to break through the surface of your persona. On one hand, it can be very anxiety provoking to feel that there is more to life than this. But, at the same time, it is an invitation to know, forgive and love yourself unconditionally. An invitation to feel into unknown selves and shadows, to accept You exactly the way you really are.
We all want to feel whole and achieve meaningful goals in our lives. To do so requires honesty and dedication, especially around the insecurities and defense mechanisms that have become ingrained within our personality. I can help you zoom out to gain more familiarity with your true Self trying to break through the surface of your persona. On one hand, it can be very anxiety provoking to feel that there is more to life than this. But, at the same time, it is an invitation to know, forgive and love yourself unconditionally. An invitation to feel into unknown selves and shadows, to accept You exactly the way you really are.
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Mars & Venus Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Tele-counseling available - TEANECK, Ramsey, ORADELL, Ridgewood, DENVILLE, Manhattan: Adult counseling - Couples counseling - Relationship counseling - Premarital counseling - Marriage counseling - Family counseling - Child counseling - Teen counseling - ADHD - Addiction counseling - Grief & bereavement - Pet loss therapy - Stress and anxiety - Depression - Low self-esteem - Perfectionism - Worry - Indecision - Procrastination - Phobias - Assertiveness issues - Panic - Life Coaching / Weekends available / Spanish-speaking / Most insurances welcomed / Professional and compassionate full-service counseling for over 35 years.
Tele-counseling available - TEANECK, Ramsey, ORADELL, Ridgewood, DENVILLE, Manhattan: Adult counseling - Couples counseling - Relationship counseling - Premarital counseling - Marriage counseling - Family counseling - Child counseling - Teen counseling - ADHD - Addiction counseling - Grief & bereavement - Pet loss therapy - Stress and anxiety - Depression - Low self-esteem - Perfectionism - Worry - Indecision - Procrastination - Phobias - Assertiveness issues - Panic - Life Coaching / Weekends available / Spanish-speaking / Most insurances welcomed / Professional and compassionate full-service counseling for over 35 years.
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You are seeking help from an experienced therapist and that is the first step toward feeling better! Whether worried, overwhelmed, resentful, and/or "down-in-the dumps," you are reaching out to a professional, with whom you can feel safe to be yourself and tell your story. Sometimes it is difficult to say out loud what you have not wanted to articulate; however healing takes place when you begin to share, feel understood and problem-solve. We may discover patterns of behavior that are not in your best interest, and explore ways to affect change toward a more satisfying life.
You are seeking help from an experienced therapist and that is the first step toward feeling better! Whether worried, overwhelmed, resentful, and/or "down-in-the dumps," you are reaching out to a professional, with whom you can feel safe to be yourself and tell your story. Sometimes it is difficult to say out loud what you have not wanted to articulate; however healing takes place when you begin to share, feel understood and problem-solve. We may discover patterns of behavior that are not in your best interest, and explore ways to affect change toward a more satisfying life.
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Do you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others? Are you the kind of person who gives everyone else 110%, but find that it's never reciprocated when you need help or support? To others you might seem like you have it all together, but you find yourself wondering, "Will I ever be happy?" I want you to know that you are not alone in feeling this way. Whether you're struggling with the distressing cycle of disordered eating, the challenges of of low self-esteem, the grip of anxiety, or the weight of depression, I am here to guide you towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Do you find yourself constantly comparing yourself to others? Are you the kind of person who gives everyone else 110%, but find that it's never reciprocated when you need help or support? To others you might seem like you have it all together, but you find yourself wondering, "Will I ever be happy?" I want you to know that you are not alone in feeling this way. Whether you're struggling with the distressing cycle of disordered eating, the challenges of of low self-esteem, the grip of anxiety, or the weight of depression, I am here to guide you towards a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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Teresa Ann McMahon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR, MBA, LCADC
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I am a licensed and credentialed therapist in New York and New Jersey providing coaching and consulting to individuals, couples, parents and families. People seek me out to assist them in working through relationship issues, life changes, or other difficulties which they recognize need resolution. I am a staunch motivator and cheerleader who believes in each individual's capacity to change and grow. I am an ally and confidante who will actively listen and provide honest and helpful feedback. Together we will problem solve, celebrate your success and instill hope. I am available and responsive as individual needs occur.
I am a licensed and credentialed therapist in New York and New Jersey providing coaching and consulting to individuals, couples, parents and families. People seek me out to assist them in working through relationship issues, life changes, or other difficulties which they recognize need resolution. I am a staunch motivator and cheerleader who believes in each individual's capacity to change and grow. I am an ally and confidante who will actively listen and provide honest and helpful feedback. Together we will problem solve, celebrate your success and instill hope. I am available and responsive as individual needs occur.
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Arislady Sanchez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck? Do your current life circumstances seem impossible to manage? My name is Arislady Sanchez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My therapeutic approach is simple, real conversation in a safe, empathetic, collaborative, and non-judgmental space. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, or need assistance with processing your thoughts and feelings, I am here to help guide you and to help you develop the tools you need to heal and become fulfilled in your life.
Do you feel stuck? Do your current life circumstances seem impossible to manage? My name is Arislady Sanchez. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My therapeutic approach is simple, real conversation in a safe, empathetic, collaborative, and non-judgmental space. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression, or need assistance with processing your thoughts and feelings, I am here to help guide you and to help you develop the tools you need to heal and become fulfilled in your life.
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Benjamin A Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Do you identify as neurodiverse or neurodivergent and feel misunderstood in your relationships, social, and professional life? I understand the emotional impact of what you're going through on a daily basis. As a bi-lingual coach and psychotherapist, I provide you with concrete strategies for communicating with your partner and achieving professional and social success! I offer a 15-minute phone consultation to see if we are a good fit.
Do you identify as neurodiverse or neurodivergent and feel misunderstood in your relationships, social, and professional life? I understand the emotional impact of what you're going through on a daily basis. As a bi-lingual coach and psychotherapist, I provide you with concrete strategies for communicating with your partner and achieving professional and social success! I offer a 15-minute phone consultation to see if we are a good fit.
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"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" (Mary Oliver) This is the question, isn't it? How you can create a life that reflects who you truly are, and brings the joy and well-being that a "precious" life promises? In the work I do, we figure out what that life would look like, and equally important, what gets in the way of claiming it.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" (Mary Oliver) This is the question, isn't it? How you can create a life that reflects who you truly are, and brings the joy and well-being that a "precious" life promises? In the work I do, we figure out what that life would look like, and equally important, what gets in the way of claiming it.
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Dr. Gila Cohen Davidovsky — Couples And Families
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Is your relationship in trouble? Are you searching for greater intimacy and trust? Do you have conflicts in your marriage around parenting styles, religious differences, money, stress, family, or fertility treatments? Do arguments escalate rapidly? In therapy, you can build the tools to recapture the emotional connection that you so desire. Learn to defuse conflict and argue constructively. You will develop skills that will help you learn how to function better in your relationship. Each meeting will bring you personalized tools, insights, and hope. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
Is your relationship in trouble? Are you searching for greater intimacy and trust? Do you have conflicts in your marriage around parenting styles, religious differences, money, stress, family, or fertility treatments? Do arguments escalate rapidly? In therapy, you can build the tools to recapture the emotional connection that you so desire. Learn to defuse conflict and argue constructively. You will develop skills that will help you learn how to function better in your relationship. Each meeting will bring you personalized tools, insights, and hope. Contact me via phone, text, or email. I am looking forward to helping!
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I am a licensed therapist and certified Life Coach. I am a compassionate counselor who supports each person I work with as they journey on their road to self discovery. I use a holistic approach utilizing mindfulness, relaxation and visualization. I stress self awareness and finding balance in one's life as key factors to mental health. The mind is a very powerful tool with the ability to transform our lives. I have worked extensively with a variety of mental and emotional disorders including anxiety, depression and trauma. I have 25 years experience working with individuals affected by chemical addiction.
I am a licensed therapist and certified Life Coach. I am a compassionate counselor who supports each person I work with as they journey on their road to self discovery. I use a holistic approach utilizing mindfulness, relaxation and visualization. I stress self awareness and finding balance in one's life as key factors to mental health. The mind is a very powerful tool with the ability to transform our lives. I have worked extensively with a variety of mental and emotional disorders including anxiety, depression and trauma. I have 25 years experience working with individuals affected by chemical addiction.
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Psychoanalytic Clinic/ Affordable Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
The Psychoanalytic Clinic Inc., located in Teaneck, NJ, has been providing affordable therapy and psychoanalysis for over 50 years. Our mental health services are delivered by licensed and certified professionals, allowing patients to progress at their own pace. Clinic fees are based on the patient's ability to pay, offering psychotherapy rates significantly below the industry standard. Additionally, we provide a special rate for thrice-weekly analysis sessions. For a free assessment and to explore treatment options, please call or email today. We currently accept new patients, including adults, adolescents, children, and couples.
The Psychoanalytic Clinic Inc., located in Teaneck, NJ, has been providing affordable therapy and psychoanalysis for over 50 years. Our mental health services are delivered by licensed and certified professionals, allowing patients to progress at their own pace. Clinic fees are based on the patient's ability to pay, offering psychotherapy rates significantly below the industry standard. Additionally, we provide a special rate for thrice-weekly analysis sessions. For a free assessment and to explore treatment options, please call or email today. We currently accept new patients, including adults, adolescents, children, and couples.
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My goal is to help anyone who's struggling realize that it doesn't have to be so hard. I help build healthy coping skills and break the cycle of behavior patterns that aren't working, and learn to manage feelings and emotions so that they are not overwhelming. I specialize in Eating Disorders as well as depression and anxiety. I believe that we can work together to change, build better relationships and help you feel more connected and happy in your life.
My goal is to help anyone who's struggling realize that it doesn't have to be so hard. I help build healthy coping skills and break the cycle of behavior patterns that aren't working, and learn to manage feelings and emotions so that they are not overwhelming. I specialize in Eating Disorders as well as depression and anxiety. I believe that we can work together to change, build better relationships and help you feel more connected and happy in your life.
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Greg R Ieraci
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Teaneck, NJ 07666
Many individuals find themselves in situations where they are confused and unsure of what to do. When this happens, I am here for you. Working with individuals and couples, I will help provide the cognitive tools necessary to be able to make healthy, intelligent decisions that will greatly improve your quality of life. You are always assured an empathetic ear, non-judgmental attitude and skillful service to help decrease or eliminate the difficulties that daily living sometimes provides.
Many individuals find themselves in situations where they are confused and unsure of what to do. When this happens, I am here for you. Working with individuals and couples, I will help provide the cognitive tools necessary to be able to make healthy, intelligent decisions that will greatly improve your quality of life. You are always assured an empathetic ear, non-judgmental attitude and skillful service to help decrease or eliminate the difficulties that daily living sometimes provides.
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Number of Therapists in Teaneck, NJ
200+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Teaneck, NJ who prioritize treating:
92% | Anxiety |
87% | Depression |
79% | Relationship Issues |
75% | Self Esteem |
66% | Coping Skills |
62% | Grief |
61% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
75% | Aetna |
55% | Cigna and Evernorth |
52% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Teaneck, NJ see their clients
78% | In Person and Online | |
22% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
74% | Female | |
26% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Teaneck?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.