Parenting Therapists in Bound Brook, NJ
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Jill M Suberati
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
Hi, I'm Jill and I'm glad you're here. I have been a therapist for 17 years and I understand what a big decision it is to start counseling. Whether you feel the problem is big or small or transitional, the right therapist can help you navigate. I have advanced training to help you manage depression, anxiety, anger management, relationships (marital, parent-child, peer) and sexual behavioral health. I work with adolescents (12-17) and adults. I take a warm, empathetic approach to treatment to help you feel comfortable and confident in reaching your goals.
Hi, I'm Jill and I'm glad you're here. I have been a therapist for 17 years and I understand what a big decision it is to start counseling. Whether you feel the problem is big or small or transitional, the right therapist can help you navigate. I have advanced training to help you manage depression, anxiety, anger management, relationships (marital, parent-child, peer) and sexual behavioral health. I work with adolescents (12-17) and adults. I take a warm, empathetic approach to treatment to help you feel comfortable and confident in reaching your goals.
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I offer parent mentoring and coaching using TBRI empowering, connecting, and correcting strategies and offer hands-on techniques to address problematic behaviors.
I have been a parent trainer, mentor, and coach for over 15 years, specifically working with children who were adopted or survived childhood maltreatment. I am a TBRI (Trust-based relational intervention) Practitioner and hold a Master of Science in child and adolescent developmental psychology. As an adoptive mom and licensed foster parent, who has worked with adoptive/foster families for over 14 years, I see the challenges and complexities of trauma and loss daily. As an adoptee and child advocate, I enthusiastically support adoptees and survivors of childhood maltreatment creating strategies for success and seeing them thrive!
I offer parent mentoring and coaching using TBRI empowering, connecting, and correcting strategies and offer hands-on techniques to address problematic behaviors.
I have been a parent trainer, mentor, and coach for over 15 years, specifically working with children who were adopted or survived childhood maltreatment. I am a TBRI (Trust-based relational intervention) Practitioner and hold a Master of Science in child and adolescent developmental psychology. As an adoptive mom and licensed foster parent, who has worked with adoptive/foster families for over 14 years, I see the challenges and complexities of trauma and loss daily. As an adoptee and child advocate, I enthusiastically support adoptees and survivors of childhood maltreatment creating strategies for success and seeing them thrive!
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Anna Krisak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bound Brook, NJ 08805 (Online Only)
Hi! Thanks for being here today! My name is Anna and I am a licensed professional counselor, as well as licensed alcohol and drug counselor in the state of NJ. I have 6+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with an array of mental health and substance use challenges. I also have experience providing parent coaching, working with couples, and working with other mental health professionals navigating interpersonal stressors.
Hi! Thanks for being here today! My name is Anna and I am a licensed professional counselor, as well as licensed alcohol and drug counselor in the state of NJ. I have 6+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with an array of mental health and substance use challenges. I also have experience providing parent coaching, working with couples, and working with other mental health professionals navigating interpersonal stressors.
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Parent coaching (supporting children on the spectrum, school refusal, ADHD/executive functioning difficulties, behavioral difficulties, etc.
Welcome to my page. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety, stress, depression and performance in children and adults. I practice evidence-based treatments supported by scientific research. My approach to treatment is warm and collaborative. Together we set goals and work to achieve them.
Parent coaching (supporting children on the spectrum, school refusal, ADHD/executive functioning difficulties, behavioral difficulties, etc.
Welcome to my page. I am a licensed psychologist specializing in anxiety, stress, depression and performance in children and adults. I practice evidence-based treatments supported by scientific research. My approach to treatment is warm and collaborative. Together we set goals and work to achieve them.
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I have been working with adults, adolescents, and couples for over 20 years helping them to deal with depression, anxiety, relationship problems (including parenting issues,) and various life crises.
I believe that most people are inherently able to be happy and be at peace with themselves. Yet, many struggle to maintain that attitude. It happens because various feelings and thoughts that are echoes of past traumatic experiences, interfere in dealing with current problems and create a mood of dejection and/or paralysis. I practice the type of therapy that involves identifying and taming inner forces that meddle with emotional well-being and healthy relationships. As a therapist, I help my patients to prevent impending emotional or interpersonal crisis, or to find a way out of the crisis if it has already flared up.
I have been working with adults, adolescents, and couples for over 20 years helping them to deal with depression, anxiety, relationship problems (including parenting issues,) and various life crises.
I believe that most people are inherently able to be happy and be at peace with themselves. Yet, many struggle to maintain that attitude. It happens because various feelings and thoughts that are echoes of past traumatic experiences, interfere in dealing with current problems and create a mood of dejection and/or paralysis. I practice the type of therapy that involves identifying and taming inner forces that meddle with emotional well-being and healthy relationships. As a therapist, I help my patients to prevent impending emotional or interpersonal crisis, or to find a way out of the crisis if it has already flared up.
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Kerri- Ann Latoya Wilson- Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bound Brook, NJ 08805 (Online Only)
Welcome to my page, I am so elated that you have taken the first step towards improving your mental health! By taking this step you are being open and honest about some of the current challenges or concerns that you might be facing. We all have blind spots, however by engaging with therapy, you are making a concerted effort to be hopeful and optimistic. As you engage with the therapeutic process you will learn new ways to challenge negative self- talk, reduce dysfunction and improve your overall ability to manage the stressors of life. This will ultimately lead to the overarching goal of becoming the best version of your self.
Welcome to my page, I am so elated that you have taken the first step towards improving your mental health! By taking this step you are being open and honest about some of the current challenges or concerns that you might be facing. We all have blind spots, however by engaging with therapy, you are making a concerted effort to be hopeful and optimistic. As you engage with the therapeutic process you will learn new ways to challenge negative self- talk, reduce dysfunction and improve your overall ability to manage the stressors of life. This will ultimately lead to the overarching goal of becoming the best version of your self.
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Experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, including: anxiety, depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, social skill and executive functioning skill deficits, learning disabilities, and school-related difficulties, and performance related issues.
Experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges, including: anxiety, depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, ADHD, social skill and executive functioning skill deficits, learning disabilities, and school-related difficulties, and performance related issues.
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Sometimes you just need a neutral person to talk to that has expertise in emotional and mental health well being. We all have to deal with life's adversities, but we all don't choose to take care of ourselves through those difficult times. The most important first step is to choose a therapist that can listen and support you through life on life's terms. Change, loss, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts are all a part of living, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Life can be hard, but we can do hard things, especially with the support of your therapist.
Sometimes you just need a neutral person to talk to that has expertise in emotional and mental health well being. We all have to deal with life's adversities, but we all don't choose to take care of ourselves through those difficult times. The most important first step is to choose a therapist that can listen and support you through life on life's terms. Change, loss, anxiety, depression, relationship conflicts are all a part of living, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Life can be hard, but we can do hard things, especially with the support of your therapist.
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Stress, anxiety, and depression, and other mental illnesses impact physical health, relationships with our loved ones, and affect work performance. Each of individual experiences and copes with challenges differently. We perceive, process and react though the unique lens of personal history, present day experience and unique physiology. Therapy helps to clarify the "building blocks" of the unique lens through which we perceive our world. Therapy then helps us make conscious and change aspects of the lens that contribute to our difficulties and distress, so that we can create health and wholeness in ourselves and our relationships.
Stress, anxiety, and depression, and other mental illnesses impact physical health, relationships with our loved ones, and affect work performance. Each of individual experiences and copes with challenges differently. We perceive, process and react though the unique lens of personal history, present day experience and unique physiology. Therapy helps to clarify the "building blocks" of the unique lens through which we perceive our world. Therapy then helps us make conscious and change aspects of the lens that contribute to our difficulties and distress, so that we can create health and wholeness in ourselves and our relationships.
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Holistic Health Counseling Center
Psychologist, PhD, CG
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bound Brook, NJ 08805 (Online Only)
Art Therapy Groups are open now. We provide Counseling, Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Using a holistic approach to mental health and a client-centered approach to therapy, we use a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions to help you overcome the issues that brought you to therapy. Effective therapy is collaborative and interactive. We are here to help you feel better and overcome obstacles with the tools and techniques you need to move forward positively in your life.
Art Therapy Groups are open now. We provide Counseling, Psychotherapy and Art Therapy to adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families. Using a holistic approach to mental health and a client-centered approach to therapy, we use a wide range of therapeutic techniques and interventions to help you overcome the issues that brought you to therapy. Effective therapy is collaborative and interactive. We are here to help you feel better and overcome obstacles with the tools and techniques you need to move forward positively in your life.
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Brad Christensen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bound Brook, NJ 08805 (Online Only)
With experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD and more I hope to work with you to improve your life through therapy. By providing teletherapy my hope is to make the process of counseling easy to fit into your life and open up the opportunity to participate in therapy while in a comfortable and familiar environment.
With experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD and more I hope to work with you to improve your life through therapy. By providing teletherapy my hope is to make the process of counseling easy to fit into your life and open up the opportunity to participate in therapy while in a comfortable and familiar environment.
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Serenity of Mind Counseling & Therapy, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
Not accepting new clients
Life's struggles can leave us feeling sad, frustrated, angry and helpless. As a result, many of us question our purpose in life and ask ourselves, "Why me?" Here at Serenity of Mind Counseling & Therapy, "why me" becomes "why NOT me?" Although our experiences can be difficult to bear, it can also provide us with the opportunity to improve ourselves, enhance our relationships and discover our purpose. Whether you need help managing stress/anxiety, adjusting to a life change, need support managing your mood, have relationship/family problems or dealing with trauma or loss, Dr. Towers can help you see your strength in your struggles.
Life's struggles can leave us feeling sad, frustrated, angry and helpless. As a result, many of us question our purpose in life and ask ourselves, "Why me?" Here at Serenity of Mind Counseling & Therapy, "why me" becomes "why NOT me?" Although our experiences can be difficult to bear, it can also provide us with the opportunity to improve ourselves, enhance our relationships and discover our purpose. Whether you need help managing stress/anxiety, adjusting to a life change, need support managing your mood, have relationship/family problems or dealing with trauma or loss, Dr. Towers can help you see your strength in your struggles.
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Parenting, whether married or divorced, can bring up the hardest issues to face during those "tough years".
During those times in your life that issues seem overwhelming and resolution never seems to come, is the time to seek a therapist who works with you to gain control with a focused, solution oriented perspective. The anxiety that builds from repeated stress can leave a person feeling drained especially when you feel you have tried everything to "make it right". Experienced with adults who are having trouble maintaining their frustration which leads to anger issues and relationship issues, I have taught anger management classes in an agency setting as well as parenting classes to those involved in custody issues.
Parenting, whether married or divorced, can bring up the hardest issues to face during those "tough years".
During those times in your life that issues seem overwhelming and resolution never seems to come, is the time to seek a therapist who works with you to gain control with a focused, solution oriented perspective. The anxiety that builds from repeated stress can leave a person feeling drained especially when you feel you have tried everything to "make it right". Experienced with adults who are having trouble maintaining their frustration which leads to anger issues and relationship issues, I have taught anger management classes in an agency setting as well as parenting classes to those involved in custody issues.
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Sania Siddiqui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinsville, NJ 08836 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation eldest Muslim- Pakistani daughter, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work, specifically parent-child, family and sibling relationships.
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation eldest Muslim- Pakistani daughter, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work, specifically parent-child, family and sibling relationships.
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Anxiety Treatment Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846 (Online Only)
I am also a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator.
Are you constantly worrying? Do you feel like your own worse enemy? Does anxiety keep you from enjoying life? At Anxiety Treatment Center we have over 20 years experience working in the behavioral/mental health field. We have extensive training in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Anxiety can rob us of the ability to enjoy life, by avoiding situations where a panic attack may occur. Learn to better understand your thoughts, feelings and relationships. Anxiety is extremely unpleasant. Therapy can help.
I am also a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator.
Are you constantly worrying? Do you feel like your own worse enemy? Does anxiety keep you from enjoying life? At Anxiety Treatment Center we have over 20 years experience working in the behavioral/mental health field. We have extensive training in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Anxiety can rob us of the ability to enjoy life, by avoiding situations where a panic attack may occur. Learn to better understand your thoughts, feelings and relationships. Anxiety is extremely unpleasant. Therapy can help.
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Christine M. Valentín
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT™
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846
Helping adults (21 +) lessen their anxiety and depression & adults navigating the confusion and grief surrounding their parent's memory loss are two types of clients I love working with.
Welcome! I specialize in working with 3- 8 year old's, individuals 21+ and adult children concerned about an aging parent. As a Play therapist and Social worker with 14 years of experience, I offer my clients who live in NJ or NY, a space where they can feel safe to open up about their inner thoughts, build courage to face their fears and learn how to let go of things like anxiety, anger and anything else that is no longer serving their mental and Spiritual well-being. My approach to working with any client is to learn about the specifics of their struggle, listen to them with patience and guide them with curiosity and compassion.
Helping adults (21 +) lessen their anxiety and depression & adults navigating the confusion and grief surrounding their parent's memory loss are two types of clients I love working with.
Welcome! I specialize in working with 3- 8 year old's, individuals 21+ and adult children concerned about an aging parent. As a Play therapist and Social worker with 14 years of experience, I offer my clients who live in NJ or NY, a space where they can feel safe to open up about their inner thoughts, build courage to face their fears and learn how to let go of things like anxiety, anger and anything else that is no longer serving their mental and Spiritual well-being. My approach to working with any client is to learn about the specifics of their struggle, listen to them with patience and guide them with curiosity and compassion.
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Anthony Savio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873 (Online Only)
We offer individual therapy, family therapy, and parenting training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children (ages 8-17) and young adults (18 years and over) who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
We offer individual therapy, family therapy, and parenting training.
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for children, adolescents, and young adults. We currently serve children (ages 8-17) and young adults (18 years and over) who are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training.
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Sara Bickar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Piscataway, NJ 08854 (Online Only)
Areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, ADHD, life changes/transitions, and positive communication skills w/ a special interest in women's and parent mental health encompassing peripartum mood disorders and parent challenges.
7/9/24: Accepting daytime clients. Welcome to Inner Journey Wellness, I'm Sara and I specialize in working with adults who may be experiencing symptoms of stress, lack of motivation, guilt, low self-esteem, negative thought patterns/perfectionistic thinking, inattention and increased anger. These struggles do not need to define us, but can often feel overwhelming and freezing, stopping you from doing things and being the person you want. I am here to help navigate these. Positive change is possible by focusing on understanding these challenges while providing effective strategies and skills using an integrative approach.
Areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, ADHD, life changes/transitions, and positive communication skills w/ a special interest in women's and parent mental health encompassing peripartum mood disorders and parent challenges.
7/9/24: Accepting daytime clients. Welcome to Inner Journey Wellness, I'm Sara and I specialize in working with adults who may be experiencing symptoms of stress, lack of motivation, guilt, low self-esteem, negative thought patterns/perfectionistic thinking, inattention and increased anger. These struggles do not need to define us, but can often feel overwhelming and freezing, stopping you from doing things and being the person you want. I am here to help navigate these. Positive change is possible by focusing on understanding these challenges while providing effective strategies and skills using an integrative approach.
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Are you struggling with depression due to life transitions? Do you have anxiety related to work? Are you having difficulty parenting your children? Do you wonder what a better relationship with your partner would look like? Do you need help in regulating your emotions? Would you like to develop higher self esteem?.
I am a licensed Psychologist who provides individual therapy to women of all ages in my private practice called "Therapy For Women." I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment in which to help you deal with the challenges or difficulties you are experiencing in your life. Issues that I am passionate about helping women with include: depression, anxiety, improving relationships, parenting, self-esteem, breast cancer, pregnancy loss/infertility, and life transitions. I will work with you to identify goals that are in line with your uniques needs and values.
Are you struggling with depression due to life transitions? Do you have anxiety related to work? Are you having difficulty parenting your children? Do you wonder what a better relationship with your partner would look like? Do you need help in regulating your emotions? Would you like to develop higher self esteem?.
I am a licensed Psychologist who provides individual therapy to women of all ages in my private practice called "Therapy For Women." I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental environment in which to help you deal with the challenges or difficulties you are experiencing in your life. Issues that I am passionate about helping women with include: depression, anxiety, improving relationships, parenting, self-esteem, breast cancer, pregnancy loss/infertility, and life transitions. I will work with you to identify goals that are in line with your uniques needs and values.
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Dr. Suzette M Fagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Piscataway, NJ 08854 (Online Only)
The very fact that you are here and seeking help is a testament to your strength and will to thrive through challenging circumstances! This decision, although difficult, is your way of regaining "you" back. At Door2Door Therapy LLC, we understand that no two individuals are the same and hence it is our mission to "meet you where you are." So if you are experiencing difficulty in relationships, parenting challenges, depression and anxiety, we are here for you. We want you to get your "happy" back!
The very fact that you are here and seeking help is a testament to your strength and will to thrive through challenging circumstances! This decision, although difficult, is your way of regaining "you" back. At Door2Door Therapy LLC, we understand that no two individuals are the same and hence it is our mission to "meet you where you are." So if you are experiencing difficulty in relationships, parenting challenges, depression and anxiety, we are here for you. We want you to get your "happy" back!
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.