Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Clark, NJ
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My approach to therapy is both collaborative and evidence-based in order to provide effective treatment to meet your goals. My practice focuses on a variety of mental health disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), specific phobias, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), school refusal, social anxiety, and body dysmorphic disorder. I will work together with you to overcome the challenges that you are experiencing and to improve the parts of your life that are important to you.
My approach to therapy is both collaborative and evidence-based in order to provide effective treatment to meet your goals. My practice focuses on a variety of mental health disorders including obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), specific phobias, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), school refusal, social anxiety, and body dysmorphic disorder. I will work together with you to overcome the challenges that you are experiencing and to improve the parts of your life that are important to you.
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It is my belief that therapy works best when it is a collaborative partnership, and my goal is to provide a supportive and caring environment that enables you or your child to manage symptoms of anxiety more effectively. I have extensive expertise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and related concerns. This includes social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, specific phobias, selective mutism, trichotillomania, and excoriation (skin picking) disorder.
It is my belief that therapy works best when it is a collaborative partnership, and my goal is to provide a supportive and caring environment that enables you or your child to manage symptoms of anxiety more effectively. I have extensive expertise in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and related concerns. This includes social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, specific phobias, selective mutism, trichotillomania, and excoriation (skin picking) disorder.
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The decison to seek therapy is often not an easy one. This takes a tremendous amount of courage and initiative. With compassion and sensitivity, I will work with you to resolve current problems, gain insight toward long-standing patterns, and help to build on your strengths to achieve life goals and gain a sense of personal empowerment.
The decison to seek therapy is often not an easy one. This takes a tremendous amount of courage and initiative. With compassion and sensitivity, I will work with you to resolve current problems, gain insight toward long-standing patterns, and help to build on your strengths to achieve life goals and gain a sense of personal empowerment.
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Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, DSW, MPA, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clark, NJ 07066
Great Joy Counseling & Consulting Services, led by Dr. La’Tesha Sampson, a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, is a group practice with a dedicated team of LCSWs, LSWs, LPCs, LACs, LMFTs, LAMFTs, RNs, and APNs. We are committed to delivering specialized services through various treatment modalities. Clients often praise our team's keen insight, non-judgmental approach, and extensive experience as what sets us apart in the field.
Great Joy Counseling & Consulting Services, led by Dr. La’Tesha Sampson, a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, is a group practice with a dedicated team of LCSWs, LSWs, LPCs, LACs, LMFTs, LAMFTs, RNs, and APNs. We are committed to delivering specialized services through various treatment modalities. Clients often praise our team's keen insight, non-judgmental approach, and extensive experience as what sets us apart in the field.
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The Counseling Center at Clark offers a substance abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Outpatient Program (OP) that combines evidence-based, state of the art treatment with 12 Step principles. Our substance abuse programs are designed for individuals struggling with remaining abstinent from the use of alcohol and drugs. The program we offer is focused on the individual and is designed to enable sober and productive living.
The Counseling Center at Clark offers a substance abuse Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Outpatient Program (OP) that combines evidence-based, state of the art treatment with 12 Step principles. Our substance abuse programs are designed for individuals struggling with remaining abstinent from the use of alcohol and drugs. The program we offer is focused on the individual and is designed to enable sober and productive living.
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Educational Background: I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University, and my Bachelor's degree in Psychology, with a minor in Cultural Anthropology. Throughout my graduate and undergraduate internships, I gained experience working with a variety of ages and populations, from children and adults with developmental disabilities, to adults of all ages with chronic mental illness. I have over 10 years of experience in Case Management, as well as supervisory experience in the field of Human and Social Services.
Educational Background: I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University, and my Bachelor's degree in Psychology, with a minor in Cultural Anthropology. Throughout my graduate and undergraduate internships, I gained experience working with a variety of ages and populations, from children and adults with developmental disabilities, to adults of all ages with chronic mental illness. I have over 10 years of experience in Case Management, as well as supervisory experience in the field of Human and Social Services.
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Let's be partners in building insight and progressing toward feeling more grounded and free. Compassion, curiosity, safety, and empathy will guide our relationship, as together we honor core emotions to live more fully. In my broad career, I have had the opportunity to partner with a wide range of clients in different capacities from various ages and backgrounds. As a clinical therapist, I have aligned with clients to identify, analyze and treat various emotional disorders and challenges. I was also a school counselor and guided students in transitioning to the rigors of high school.
Let's be partners in building insight and progressing toward feeling more grounded and free. Compassion, curiosity, safety, and empathy will guide our relationship, as together we honor core emotions to live more fully. In my broad career, I have had the opportunity to partner with a wide range of clients in different capacities from various ages and backgrounds. As a clinical therapist, I have aligned with clients to identify, analyze and treat various emotional disorders and challenges. I was also a school counselor and guided students in transitioning to the rigors of high school.
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I feel the ideal client is anyone who is seeking help. With that in mind, we need to remember that accepting help also means being open to change. Treatment needs to be about accepting that the way we have been doing things hasn't been working.
I feel the ideal client is anyone who is seeking help. With that in mind, we need to remember that accepting help also means being open to change. Treatment needs to be about accepting that the way we have been doing things hasn't been working.
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herapeutic Approaches: Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Evidenced Based Therapeutic Activities, Art and Play Therapy, Gestalt, Psychoanalytic, Pyscho- Educational, and Motivational Interviewing. Educational Background: Stephanie holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counselor Education from The College of New Jersey, CACREP approved, including certifications and licenses in School Counseling, Substance Awareness Coordinator, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Professional Counselor.
herapeutic Approaches: Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Evidenced Based Therapeutic Activities, Art and Play Therapy, Gestalt, Psychoanalytic, Pyscho- Educational, and Motivational Interviewing. Educational Background: Stephanie holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counselor Education from The College of New Jersey, CACREP approved, including certifications and licenses in School Counseling, Substance Awareness Coordinator, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Professional Counselor.
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Nicholas Stanco
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Clark, NJ 07066 (Online Only)
Life is sometimes a difficult process especially when a partner or child needs, but doesn't want therapy. It can become very painful for yourself or the loved one whose behavior is affecting the whole family. You may even be combing these ads trying to sort out where to start. Sometimes you need someone who knows how to allow a person to open up in their own time. Someone who can work with them through their fears. I have experience in: Child Therapy, Addressing resistance, Mandated clients and LGBTQ concerns. I utilize a variety of techniques toward this aim including EMDR and Play (Sandtray) therapy.
Life is sometimes a difficult process especially when a partner or child needs, but doesn't want therapy. It can become very painful for yourself or the loved one whose behavior is affecting the whole family. You may even be combing these ads trying to sort out where to start. Sometimes you need someone who knows how to allow a person to open up in their own time. Someone who can work with them through their fears. I have experience in: Child Therapy, Addressing resistance, Mandated clients and LGBTQ concerns. I utilize a variety of techniques toward this aim including EMDR and Play (Sandtray) therapy.
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Dr. Joshua M. Massler is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in the state of New Jersey. He received his doctorate degree from NYU Steinhardt School of Education in Applied Psychology, with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology and graduated with honors. Dr. Massler established his own private practice in 2003 and has since become one of the most sought after clinical psychologists in New Jersey and has been featured in numerous media publications. Dr. Massler is wholly committed to every child, adolescent and adult he treats and provides unparalleled attention to every patient he works with.
Dr. Joshua M. Massler is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in the state of New Jersey. He received his doctorate degree from NYU Steinhardt School of Education in Applied Psychology, with a specialization in child and adolescent psychology and graduated with honors. Dr. Massler established his own private practice in 2003 and has since become one of the most sought after clinical psychologists in New Jersey and has been featured in numerous media publications. Dr. Massler is wholly committed to every child, adolescent and adult he treats and provides unparalleled attention to every patient he works with.
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If you are troubled by anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, panic, or relationship issues, you may want to try cognitive behavior therapy. I'm a psychologist who has been practicing CBT for over 25 years, and I know how to help people change distressing emotions, self-defeating thoughts, and all kinds of negative behavior patterns. If you come to see me, I'll explain your difficulty in plain English and you and I will develop a treatment plan that will help.
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Calm and Sense Therapy(tm)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clark, NJ 07066
Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and there are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate licensed professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.
Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and there are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate licensed professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.
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Theresa is experienced working with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. Some treatment issues Theresa specializes in include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, adjustment issues/life transitions, self-harm, parenting skills/parent-child dynamics, and grief/loss.
Theresa is experienced working with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. Some treatment issues Theresa specializes in include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, adjustment issues/life transitions, self-harm, parenting skills/parent-child dynamics, and grief/loss.
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Jay has field experience working with adults re-adjusting back into the community as they overcome mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Jay has been working with children and adolescents for the past 5 years in a partial hospitalization program, providing group, individual and family therapy across different roles and modalities. Jay has encountered those who are working through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, ODD, parenting challenges, cultural conflicts, and Autism. Jay takes on a person-centered, nurtured heart approach that allows the client to build a safe and nurturing environment during the therapeutic process.
Jay has field experience working with adults re-adjusting back into the community as they overcome mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Jay has been working with children and adolescents for the past 5 years in a partial hospitalization program, providing group, individual and family therapy across different roles and modalities. Jay has encountered those who are working through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, ODD, parenting challenges, cultural conflicts, and Autism. Jay takes on a person-centered, nurtured heart approach that allows the client to build a safe and nurturing environment during the therapeutic process.
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Chaya Levinsohn
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PMH-C, LMHC
Verified Verified
Clark, NJ 07066 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you experiencing anxiety or depressive symptoms that are impacting your daily life? Are you pregnant or postpartum and struggling with your mood? I work with individuals with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, OCD, Postpartum Depression, parenting struggles, family dynamic issues and childhood trauma. My goal is to provide a supportive and validating environment where you can focus on your emotional well-being and address any patterns that are preventing you from moving toward your goals. Sessions with me are conversational and interactive and focus on what you want to achieve in therapy.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depressive symptoms that are impacting your daily life? Are you pregnant or postpartum and struggling with your mood? I work with individuals with Anxiety Disorders, Depression, OCD, Postpartum Depression, parenting struggles, family dynamic issues and childhood trauma. My goal is to provide a supportive and validating environment where you can focus on your emotional well-being and address any patterns that are preventing you from moving toward your goals. Sessions with me are conversational and interactive and focus on what you want to achieve in therapy.
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I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders; panic, OCD, phobias, generalized anxiety and more.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy practices and technique. Cognitive Therapy lends itself well to all psychological disorders, including challenges associated with problematic styles of personality and mood. Within that framework, I incorporate schema based methods, guiding clients in the discovery and understanding of how core beliefs are developed and influence day 'to 'day decisions, behaviors and reactions. Mindfulness skills are taught, encouraging self- awareness, self' acceptance and emotional balance.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety disorders; panic, OCD, phobias, generalized anxiety and more.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with years of training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy practices and technique. Cognitive Therapy lends itself well to all psychological disorders, including challenges associated with problematic styles of personality and mood. Within that framework, I incorporate schema based methods, guiding clients in the discovery and understanding of how core beliefs are developed and influence day 'to 'day decisions, behaviors and reactions. Mindfulness skills are taught, encouraging self- awareness, self' acceptance and emotional balance.
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Emily Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Westfield, NJ 07090 (Online Only)
Do you struggle internally with obsessive thoughts, imposter syndrome, and crippling self-doubt? Are you paralyzed with distressing and intrusive thoughts in your head that cause you to doubt your own character? You may be constantly asking yourself - “what does this thought mean about me?” or “if I’m feeling this way, maybe it is a sign that xyz……”. You present to others as self assured and sociable. You pride yourself on being a sensitive friend, an eager employee, and an attentive partner and value the relationships with the ones you love. But you struggle with ruminative thought patterns.
Do you struggle internally with obsessive thoughts, imposter syndrome, and crippling self-doubt? Are you paralyzed with distressing and intrusive thoughts in your head that cause you to doubt your own character? You may be constantly asking yourself - “what does this thought mean about me?” or “if I’m feeling this way, maybe it is a sign that xyz……”. You present to others as self assured and sociable. You pride yourself on being a sensitive friend, an eager employee, and an attentive partner and value the relationships with the ones you love. But you struggle with ruminative thought patterns.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.