Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Allendale, NJ
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As a therapist, I will work with you to achieve a better understanding of the difficulties you are experiencing, and to discover more adaptive coping mechanisms. My style is non-judgmental, empathetic, and compassionate. I tailor the therapy to the individual needs of the client (play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or insight-oriented treatment). I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with a variety of issues, which include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior, and trauma. I particularly enjoy working with young adults struggling to deal with the pressures of college life.
As a therapist, I will work with you to achieve a better understanding of the difficulties you are experiencing, and to discover more adaptive coping mechanisms. My style is non-judgmental, empathetic, and compassionate. I tailor the therapy to the individual needs of the client (play therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, or insight-oriented treatment). I specialize in treating adolescents and adults with a variety of issues, which include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior, and trauma. I particularly enjoy working with young adults struggling to deal with the pressures of college life.
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Are you feeling tired, emotionally drained,or struggle to get out of bed? Do you experience painful emotions including anger, resentment, or shame? Are you repeating the cycle of unhealthy or self-destructive behavior? Does your child or teenager seem sad, anxious, or irritable? My name is Barbara Samaan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 12 years of experience counseling children, adolescents and adults and working with individuals, couples, and families. Areas of expertise include: working with individuals with chronic illnesses, disability, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, faith based counseling, and trauma, abuse, and neglect.
Are you feeling tired, emotionally drained,or struggle to get out of bed? Do you experience painful emotions including anger, resentment, or shame? Are you repeating the cycle of unhealthy or self-destructive behavior? Does your child or teenager seem sad, anxious, or irritable? My name is Barbara Samaan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 12 years of experience counseling children, adolescents and adults and working with individuals, couples, and families. Areas of expertise include: working with individuals with chronic illnesses, disability, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, faith based counseling, and trauma, abuse, and neglect.
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Vanessa Reiser Narcissistic Abuse/Cult Expert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser
Vanessa is a solution-focused psychotherapist licensed in NY, NJ, MA and FL specializing in Narcissistic Abuse and Cult Abuse, whose mission is to help individuals uncover their true potential and move forward toward all of their goals. Her team specializes in working with individuals and couples focusing on the treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, marriage or interpersonal relationship problems, alcohol or drug abuse, low self-esteem, or anyone in need of developing new ways to cope with life’s every day challenges. Go to tellatherapist.net or Insta: vanessareiserlcsw TikTok:vanessareiser
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Carol L. Videtti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
I specialize in empowerment, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life stage issues, and survivorship.
As a strengths-based therapist, I believe that every individual has the potential to achieve the highest version of themselves through a combination of knowledge, insight and behavioral change. Whether you are struggling to navigate a difficult life event, seeking greater self-compassion or wanting to understand how to break old patterns of thinking or relating that are no longer serving you, I will help you to identify the barriers and develop the understanding and skills you need to move forward.
I specialize in empowerment, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life stage issues, and survivorship.
As a strengths-based therapist, I believe that every individual has the potential to achieve the highest version of themselves through a combination of knowledge, insight and behavioral change. Whether you are struggling to navigate a difficult life event, seeking greater self-compassion or wanting to understand how to break old patterns of thinking or relating that are no longer serving you, I will help you to identify the barriers and develop the understanding and skills you need to move forward.
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Trisha Sanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
I take an eclectic approach to helping children, teens, young adults, families and couples lead happier, healthier lives. My specialties are in working with those who have experienced relational difficulties, life transition, loss or trauma. From the child who is having trouble dealing with their parents' divorce to the family of a teenager that longs for more open communication to a young adult facing what can come with emerging into the "adult" world, I provide a supportive, nurturing environment in which my clients can grow and move beyond the challenges they face in life.
I take an eclectic approach to helping children, teens, young adults, families and couples lead happier, healthier lives. My specialties are in working with those who have experienced relational difficulties, life transition, loss or trauma. From the child who is having trouble dealing with their parents' divorce to the family of a teenager that longs for more open communication to a young adult facing what can come with emerging into the "adult" world, I provide a supportive, nurturing environment in which my clients can grow and move beyond the challenges they face in life.
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Caren Weingart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401 (Online Only)
Seeking help is a huge first step and I understand that what you are going through may feel intense, painful, and scary. You deserve to live the best quality of life and to have the confidence to reach your goals and aspirations. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment, so you can feel comfortable and know you are not fighting your battles alone. What you need has been in front of you the whole time, you just need someone to help you see it!
Seeking help is a huge first step and I understand that what you are going through may feel intense, painful, and scary. You deserve to live the best quality of life and to have the confidence to reach your goals and aspirations. I provide a supportive, non-judgmental environment, so you can feel comfortable and know you are not fighting your battles alone. What you need has been in front of you the whole time, you just need someone to help you see it!
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Lindsay Lederman
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LPAT, LCAT, CLAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
If you're feeling stuck, going through a major life transition or trying make changes in your life, let's work together to break your old cycles, feel empowered with forward movement and heal from your past. I specialize in working with older teens and adults who want support with anxiety, depression, decision paralysis, ADHD and burnout. You'll get to use creative, somatic and experiential approaches, in addition to traditional talk therapy, so you can start to feel and make changes sooner rather than later.
If you're feeling stuck, going through a major life transition or trying make changes in your life, let's work together to break your old cycles, feel empowered with forward movement and heal from your past. I specialize in working with older teens and adults who want support with anxiety, depression, decision paralysis, ADHD and burnout. You'll get to use creative, somatic and experiential approaches, in addition to traditional talk therapy, so you can start to feel and make changes sooner rather than later.
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Susan Esserman Msw Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Allendale, NJ 07401
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (MSW and LCSW), Susan has worked with women and their families around issues of pregnancy, birth and parenting since 1987. Susan counsels individuals and couples on many issues. She has in-depth experience in the areas of women and children's health including pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting issues as well as pediatric health concerns -- illness, palliative and hospice care. She has led parenting groups that focus on new motherhood as well as bereavement groups for parents.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (MSW and LCSW), Susan has worked with women and their families around issues of pregnancy, birth and parenting since 1987. Susan counsels individuals and couples on many issues. She has in-depth experience in the areas of women and children's health including pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting issues as well as pediatric health concerns -- illness, palliative and hospice care. She has led parenting groups that focus on new motherhood as well as bereavement groups for parents.
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I believe all of us have an inbuilt propensity for healing and personal growth. As a psychotherapist, I consider my main task as helping you in removing barriers in order for you to reach your fullest potential. I strive not only to aid in allieviating symptoms and emotional pain, but to join in on a journey with you for long-standing individual change. You may currently feel stuck and view change as a daunting and arduous task. I strive to create an inviting and safe environment through my sense of humor, compassion, and encouragement.
I believe all of us have an inbuilt propensity for healing and personal growth. As a psychotherapist, I consider my main task as helping you in removing barriers in order for you to reach your fullest potential. I strive not only to aid in allieviating symptoms and emotional pain, but to join in on a journey with you for long-standing individual change. You may currently feel stuck and view change as a daunting and arduous task. I strive to create an inviting and safe environment through my sense of humor, compassion, and encouragement.
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I believe that with the right support, everyone has the potential to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience, I am committed to providing tailored, evidence-based treatment that respects your individuality and unique experiences. I treat children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, stress management, parenting, school-related challenges, and life transitions.
I believe that with the right support, everyone has the potential to overcome obstacles and achieve personal growth. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience, I am committed to providing tailored, evidence-based treatment that respects your individuality and unique experiences. I treat children, teens and adults with anxiety, depression, stress management, parenting, school-related challenges, and life transitions.
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As a licensed psychologist for 17 years, I'm devoted to the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. I've worked in various medical and educational settings and am licensed in NJ, NY and FL. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of psychological and behavioral disorders, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, school refusal, divorce, adolescent issues, & behavior disorders. I am skilled in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and their families and conduct psychoeducational evaluations for school placement. I am available for in-person and virtual sessions.
As a licensed psychologist for 17 years, I'm devoted to the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. I've worked in various medical and educational settings and am licensed in NJ, NY and FL. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of psychological and behavioral disorders, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, school refusal, divorce, adolescent issues, & behavior disorders. I am skilled in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and their families and conduct psychoeducational evaluations for school placement. I am available for in-person and virtual sessions.
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Jasmen Mantashian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
We often hear that healing and growth is not linear. Working on ourselves and our relationships is an ongoing process with its ups and downs. Just when we think we're out of the woods, life reminds us of its unpredictability. If life is consistently inconsistent, how can we best adjust, work towards acceptance, and reduce our suffering? Our willingness to work towards self improvement can shift like the wind and when our motivation and energy dwindles, so does our trust in ourselves and those around us. As fear, anxiety, sadness, and even hopelessness settles in, tackling simple tasks seems unattainable.
We often hear that healing and growth is not linear. Working on ourselves and our relationships is an ongoing process with its ups and downs. Just when we think we're out of the woods, life reminds us of its unpredictability. If life is consistently inconsistent, how can we best adjust, work towards acceptance, and reduce our suffering? Our willingness to work towards self improvement can shift like the wind and when our motivation and energy dwindles, so does our trust in ourselves and those around us. As fear, anxiety, sadness, and even hopelessness settles in, tackling simple tasks seems unattainable.
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John Maggio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
Welcome to a transformative journey where healing and change are within reach. I'm John, a licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist, dedicated to guiding you towards resilience, self-regulation, and lasting wellness. Specializing in mental health, substance use, and impulsive behaviors, my approach is grounded, solution-focused, and tailored to your unique needs. I combine traditional therapies with innovative technology in a client-centered, reality-focused treatment. Embark on this empowering path rediscover your strengths and achieve enduring wellness from mental health and substance use disorders.
Welcome to a transformative journey where healing and change are within reach. I'm John, a licensed Mental Health & Substance Use Therapist, dedicated to guiding you towards resilience, self-regulation, and lasting wellness. Specializing in mental health, substance use, and impulsive behaviors, my approach is grounded, solution-focused, and tailored to your unique needs. I combine traditional therapies with innovative technology in a client-centered, reality-focused treatment. Embark on this empowering path rediscover your strengths and achieve enduring wellness from mental health and substance use disorders.
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Marian Couceiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401 (Online Only)
Hi! I specialize in working with individuals dealing with anxiety, guiding them in establishing healthy boundaries, expressing their needs effectively, and cultivating self-assurance. If your inner dialogue is fostering self-doubt and you're experiencing moments of feeling overwhelmed or ineffective, or if you're struggling to find solutions, I'm here to help. Whether you're grappling with concerns about everyday choices, seeking support for issues related to fertility, loss, grief, or adjusting to parenthood, I provide a supportive environment for your journey.
Hi! I specialize in working with individuals dealing with anxiety, guiding them in establishing healthy boundaries, expressing their needs effectively, and cultivating self-assurance. If your inner dialogue is fostering self-doubt and you're experiencing moments of feeling overwhelmed or ineffective, or if you're struggling to find solutions, I'm here to help. Whether you're grappling with concerns about everyday choices, seeking support for issues related to fertility, loss, grief, or adjusting to parenthood, I provide a supportive environment for your journey.
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Dr. Jennifer Politis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, SchPsy, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allendale, NJ 07401
Are you looking for more fulfilling relationships in your life? Do you want to regain balance and have less anxiety? Are you worried about your child and want them to have more confidence, perform better in school and be more prepared for the world around them? I help you feel more fulfilled in your job, family life and relationships. I help you sort through your feelings and find the barriers in your life holding you back. Identifing the patterns from your childhood that creep into your everyday interactions are a focus so they aren't a driving force anymore and you are more self aware.
Are you looking for more fulfilling relationships in your life? Do you want to regain balance and have less anxiety? Are you worried about your child and want them to have more confidence, perform better in school and be more prepared for the world around them? I help you feel more fulfilled in your job, family life and relationships. I help you sort through your feelings and find the barriers in your life holding you back. Identifing the patterns from your childhood that creep into your everyday interactions are a focus so they aren't a driving force anymore and you are more self aware.
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My experience in forensic, inpatient and outpatient environments has given me the breadth and depth to understand complex psychological difficulties. I specialize in working with trauma clients and am certified in EMDR and have training in somatic experiencing. I have extensively studied the neurobiology of trauma and trauma treatment. I am intensively trained in DBT and work with clients in DBT and CBT.
My experience in forensic, inpatient and outpatient environments has given me the breadth and depth to understand complex psychological difficulties. I specialize in working with trauma clients and am certified in EMDR and have training in somatic experiencing. I have extensively studied the neurobiology of trauma and trauma treatment. I am intensively trained in DBT and work with clients in DBT and CBT.
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Monica Goffan LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wyckoff, NJ 07481 (Online Only)
In being trained in various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution Focus therapy, Harm reduction therapy, Mindfulness, and Trauma Focus therapy that aid me in developing an individualized plan to support your particular needs.
Hi my name is Monica Goffan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I offer individual therapeutic services to adolescence and adults experiencing difficulties with life's stressors and seeking mental health support. I provide a safe space to explore instances of trauma, anxiety, LGBTQ+, depression, and other life transitional difficulties.
In being trained in various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Solution Focus therapy, Harm reduction therapy, Mindfulness, and Trauma Focus therapy that aid me in developing an individualized plan to support your particular needs.
Hi my name is Monica Goffan and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I offer individual therapeutic services to adolescence and adults experiencing difficulties with life's stressors and seeking mental health support. I provide a safe space to explore instances of trauma, anxiety, LGBTQ+, depression, and other life transitional difficulties.
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Amy Consovoy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Waldwick, NJ 07463 (Online Only)
I have helped people with eating disorders, addictions, and trauma for over a decade.
Ever wonder if drinking, substance use, or disordered eating are starting to become a problem? Look no further. People come to me to figure out how to heal their relationship with food and their bodies - to overcome perfectionism and people pleasing - to stop relying on alcohol and drugs to make the pain stop. Taking the first step towards asking for help is hard, but know that I will welcome you without judgement. I know that you’re here because you want the cycle to stop. I want to help you develop the skills to stop obsessing, to stop beating yourself up, and to remove the things that get in the way of you living your life.
I have helped people with eating disorders, addictions, and trauma for over a decade.
Ever wonder if drinking, substance use, or disordered eating are starting to become a problem? Look no further. People come to me to figure out how to heal their relationship with food and their bodies - to overcome perfectionism and people pleasing - to stop relying on alcohol and drugs to make the pain stop. Taking the first step towards asking for help is hard, but know that I will welcome you without judgement. I know that you’re here because you want the cycle to stop. I want to help you develop the skills to stop obsessing, to stop beating yourself up, and to remove the things that get in the way of you living your life.
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Nikki Milch Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waldwick, NJ 07463
I lead with empathy and a trauma informed lens.
Welcome. I provide therapy services to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Much of my clinical experience is with youth who struggle with psychiatric concerns such as depression, anxiety, and mood disorders, as well as youth who have been victims of trauma and abuse. I also have extensive experience working with youth in the LGBTQ+ community. I aim to always provide empathy and non-judgmental support during periods of difficulty, change, and transition for youth and help them build the skills to be happy, healthy, and successful individuals with meaningful and fulfilling interpersonal relationships.
I lead with empathy and a trauma informed lens.
Welcome. I provide therapy services to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Much of my clinical experience is with youth who struggle with psychiatric concerns such as depression, anxiety, and mood disorders, as well as youth who have been victims of trauma and abuse. I also have extensive experience working with youth in the LGBTQ+ community. I aim to always provide empathy and non-judgmental support during periods of difficulty, change, and transition for youth and help them build the skills to be happy, healthy, and successful individuals with meaningful and fulfilling interpersonal relationships.
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Janine Standish
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Midland Park, NJ 07432
Dedicated to improving the quality of life for those who are seeking treatment, I have experience working with individuals, families and couples contending with a variety of challenges including developmental/behavioral/social issues, family/relational conflict, parenting, separation/divorce, adoption, anxiety and depression. Moreover, I have extensive training working with those that have experienced a trauma or suffered a significant loss, as well as who are contending with the challenges of eating disorders and related dietary issues.
Dedicated to improving the quality of life for those who are seeking treatment, I have experience working with individuals, families and couples contending with a variety of challenges including developmental/behavioral/social issues, family/relational conflict, parenting, separation/divorce, adoption, anxiety and depression. Moreover, I have extensive training working with those that have experienced a trauma or suffered a significant loss, as well as who are contending with the challenges of eating disorders and related dietary issues.
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists
When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.