Teletherapy for Bloomfield, NJ

I am a graduate of the MSW program at San Jose State University, with a focus on health and mental health, and have been a practicing social worker since 1995. I have worked extensively with families coping with disability, loss, behavioral challenges, and interpersonal communication difficulties. Since coming to the East Coast, I have been working with people coping with chronic stress, illness, economic and social challenges, and vocational difficulties. I provide a warm and supportive environment for clients who seek to heal. In 2023, I became a certified Therapeutic Game Master.

My name is Kristin Charalambidis. I’m a licensed professional counselor based in NJ and host of the mental health podcast Out is Through: Personal Experiences and Therapy Soundbites. I began my work in the field interning with non-residential domestic violence counseling clients at various stages of leaving their abusive relationships…which was exactly the baptism by fire it sounds like and remains one of my most rewarding, life-changing experiences to date as I remain passionate about helping people heal from trauma.

I work with adolescents, adults, couples and parents struggling with overwhelming feelings, infertility, birth trauma, pregnancy/postpartum issues, trauma, anxiety, depression or general life obstacles. I believe that the way you view yourself, your relationships with others, and the world is a gateway to the therapeutic experience. My clients would describe my warmth, compassion, use of humor and realism as a recipe for connection and safety within our relationship. I am an active participant during sessions and willing to be vulnerable to move my client to a place of change.

I am a solution focused, licensed clinical psychologist that has worked in the mental health field for over 25 years. I am drawn to the field of mental health because of my compassion, understanding and commitment to helping others. My approach to counseling is grounded in my trust and belief in the brilliance and resilience of the human spirit. I have a great zest for life, and would enjoy the privilege of supporting you in feeling your best, and living your life fully! I look forward to hearing from you.

Welcome! I understand the importance of finding a trusted therapist and recognize the strength you've found to take this initial step towards growth in what may be a vulnerable moment in time. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families who are motivated to navigate challenging life transitions or wish to resolve relationship problems affecting their mental health. I believe we fully thrive when we feel connected to ourselves, our loved ones, and our communities so I offer a safe and collaborative environment to explore these areas and strategies that promote these essential connections.

I have always maintained the belief that individuals who seek clinical support are the healthy ones- they recognize that something is wrong and want to make a change. Becoming aware is the first step to moving forward. However, awareness without action can create, frustration, depression, anxiety and an overwhelming sense of hopelessness. It is my job to navigate your complicated and conflicted emotions/behaviors to bring you to a place where you can make healthy choices and decisions. My goal is to teach you strategies that will break the cycle to create a new way of being - to live in the present and plan for the future.

**ACCEPTING NEW REFERRALS**Are you feeling emotional pain and don't know what to do? Are you tired of feeling that way? Are you struggling with negative self-talk that impacts your relationships at home and at work, as well as self-esteem? You don't have to go through this alone. We are here to help you see and claim your GREATNESS.

Are you living your best life as the most authentic version of yourself, or the self you want to be? Feeling stuck? Do you need help navigating some difficult transitions or challenging circumstances? Would you like to improve the quality of communication in your relationships? With over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist I provide evidence-based, skills-focused, trauma-informed care to adults, couples, families, and adolescents struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and those substance use disorders and behavioral addictions that can be appropriately treated on an outpatient basis. You don't have to do it alone.

I believe that people are resilient and capable of overcoming very difficult situations. To that end, I am very interested in helping people reach their goals and to engage more fully in their personal and professional lives. As your therapist, my attention is focused on empowering you to find solutions that work in your life, that address your needs. My goal is to provide individualized care and to engage you in the process of change so that you can take control and move toward your chosen goals.

Many of my clients find themselves struggling to adjust and cope with life transitions when they reach out to initiate therapy services with me. This includes changes within their family life, social circle, or professional career. They are looking to quiet the emotionality that their current circumstances are triggering, become more clear on what they think will be best for themselves, and begin to strategize on how they can start taking the first step in that direction.

Daisy's Place provides services to clients who struggle with personality and mood disorders, family issues, anxiety, depression, anger management, communication, and relationship issues. Some goals that have been identified include successfully completing therapy to thrive in the community, within relationships, or independently.

At Generations of Change, we collaborate with individuals needing services to overcome challenges so that they may live more fulfilling and successful lives. Individual and Family Counseling services are available. Sessions are held in our offices where we focus on the individual and connecting you with the resources needed to grow. In order to effectively meet your individual therapeutic needs, our practice includes varying combinations of therapeutic modalities, with an overall focus on the importance of the relationship and the connection between the therapist and the client to ensure that you feel secure and heard.

Change is rarely easy. Whether you are changing jobs, changing relationship status, transitioning into parenthood, changing your identity, or facing some other big life transition, you do not have to do it alone. Often change comes with anxiety or even depression; sometimes we pursue change because of trauma or can be traumatized by the process; having someone to listen, witness, and support your growth may make the difference between surviving and thriving through the journey of change.

Are you ready to care for yourself? To look inward and be fully present? There is incredible value in bringing awareness to your experiences so that you may make informed decisions on what you need to show up as your best self in every aspect of life. We will work together to identify your therapy goals and build self-awareness, self-care, and healing through reflection, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness and mind-body (polyvagal-informed) practices. To learn more about therapy and explore if we are a good fit, I encourage you to schedule a free 15 minute consultation at www.theyouinitiative.com

The journey to motherhood can look different for all families and often when it’s not the traditional path we had hoped for we look at ourselves searching for fault. Those who thrive off of control and being in control of what will happen, how it will happen, and what their plan of action will look like often find this journey one of the hardest to overcome. It is not uncommon to describe a period of fog, fatigue, and sometimes even an inability to connect with what we feel during this period. Words that were once there feel inaccessible and the feeling of having to share with others becomes harder and harder.

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.

Sharing your life challenges can be very scary. However, counseling with a supportive licensed clinician can be a life changing experience. As your therapist, my goal is to support you with achieving your fullest potential. I recognize the need to address the whole person as a mental, physical and spiritual being.

Life can be challenging. Sometimes it's difficult to find the motivation and drive to accomplish your goals. Parenting is complicated and troublesome behaviors can be stressful. Pathway is here to help you learn healthy coping skills, improve communication and foster good behaviors from your child. We provide individual, family and group therapy to children, youth and their families to address a host of mental health concerns. Our time together will consist of identifying your strengths, patterns of behavior, challenging old beliefs and learning new ways of living. Pathway Counseling therapists are with you every step of the way.

Kay’s Safe Space provides therapeutic counseling to adolescents and adults in a nurturing creative environment that allows clients to speak their truth. Having worked over 15 years with adolescents in the Juvenile Justice System and correctional settings, I was exposed to children who suffered multiple traumas , and had a number of psychosocial stressors. I felt compelled to provide a Safe Space for adults with a history of childhood traumas, behavioral issues or substance abuse. Together we will work on their individual needs using a combination of treatment modalities such as CBT, Play Therapy and Trauma Informed Approaches.