Therapists in Bergen County, NJ

A common myth amongst law enforcement officers is that seeking mental health therapy will result in the loss of their weapons and job. This is NOT the case! As a retired police officer (25 years of service), I am familiar with and empathetic to the overwhelming pressures law enforcement officers endure. Active law enforcement officers, as well as retired officers, can maximize their overall well-being by accessing confidential assistance from someone who understands their personal and professional experiences.

I enjoy working with individuals who are motivated to create and meet their individual goals and visions. I will help to create an environment that will nurture the collaborative effort needed to meet your treatment goals. I feel that my exposure and experiences have equipped me with the cultural, social awareness and sensitivity necessary to treat individuals from all cultures challenged with adversity. I am passionate about preventative approaches and have developed a curriculum to educate adults and teenagers about healthy relationship dynamics.

People experiencing anxiety, emotional, mood, relational, psychological, developmental, and behavioral issues deserve to have an ally. In a supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized/ telehealth treatment to people experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, grief, and relationship issues. My work includes individual/ couples, LGBTQU+, relational issues, children/ families. Sexual abuse (victims/offenders), paraphilia, interpersonal/ relational issues. Licensed (LMHC/LPC) in CT, FL, GA, PA, NJ, NY, MA, TX. We all deserve to enjoy an enhanced quality of life; a better today. Contact me today to enable a better tomorrow!

Contact via Email preferred. I am dedicated to establishing an authentic connection and creating a safe space for you to begin/continue your process of growth and healing through self-discovery. While each person is unique, our time together will focus on working collaboratively on your individual needs and goals. In meeting you exactly where you are with empathy and intuition, we will work towards exploring what is at the core of your struggle and develop the elements and tools needed to meet these needs and goals.

Take a moment and breathe. Looking for a therapist can be challenging. What you are doing takes courage and the results can be rewarding. I am here to support and guide individuals and families by understanding the emotional challenges and obstacles they face. We can work together to help increase awareness, freedom, and self-direction from the negative thoughts and feelings one may be experiencing. My theory is that when people have hope and can learn to challenge and replace negative thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes, people are free to experience change.

Life is full of transitions: Marriages, divorces, change of career, retirement, mid life crisis, illness. At times we feel overwhelmed. But no matter how hopeless things may appear at a time, I believe that there is a wholeness and healthiness within. I help men and women to get in touch with the part of them that is well, to heal the part that is hurting.Happiness in life comes through knowing what to hold onto, what to let go of and what to change and how. Things we perceive as negative gain a new meaning when viewed from a place of power, when new skills are learned. See what my patients say about me in Yelp, under Mena Urban

Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant worry or racing thoughts? Struggling to stay focused and organized? Dealing with persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness? Perhaps you're facing challenges in your relationships or navigating a major life transition. You're ready to feel at peace and content but don't know where to start. You're looking for someone to give you the tools you need to get there.

With the proper support and guidance, therapy helps you cultivate your strengths, regain control, learn ways to overcome challenges, enrich your life, and take steps toward a more fulfilling future. My broad experience as a therapist enables me to offer you professional help for your specific struggles. My specialty areas include self-esteem, self-image, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, developmental and social difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief/loss.

I specialize in short term therapy (brief psychotherapy) through the use of solution focused counseling. Emphasis is placed on what the client wants to achieve by focusing on the present and the future. Through the establishment of trust and my skill as an excellent listener, my goal, through patience, understanding and compassion, is to help you resolve issues and challenges you may have. The environment is safe and comfortable. I assist with the billing process for those with out of network benefits..

We specialize in Marriage and Family Therapy and treat couples and individuals. Marriage therapy focuses on the conflicts and disagreements between two people. All families experience some type of disagreement. Some families function in unhealthy patterns and therefore conflict exists. Families are affected when one member of the family is chronically ill, suffers from substance abuse, divorce and separation, single parenting, financial issues, etc, as well as a lack of communicating effectively. Family therapy may be the only setting where you will have the opportunity to hear how other family members are feeling.

I strive to empower my clients to leave each session with tools to utilize 'NOW' and in the future so that they can grow in a positive direction. This is done by helping them to discover their strengths and increase their self-confidence. I will meet my clients where they are at and at their own pace in a non-judgmental and nurturing environment. The goal is to help each member of the family/individual see their contribution to the challenge and work from there to establish a healthy family functioning system.

Life's challenges are diverse and dynamic. They can manifest as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, or a myriad of other forms. Every human bears their unique burdens and just as no two struggles are identical, no pain should ever be underestimated. Therapy is not solely about alleviating pain, it's about becoming empowered to live one's best life. It's about learning the tools and strategies to navigate life's storms, to find your inner strength, and to embrace your authentic self. It's a transformative process that can lead to profound self-discovery and personal growth.