Domestic Abuse Therapists in Closter, NJ

Leaving a toxic relationship is very, very difficult. Manipulation, gaslighting, coercion, shame, self-doubt and sense of a lost self can keep you trapped in the abuse. In these types of romantic and familial relationships, people are left feeling confused and selfish for having their own needs and convinced that they must make the other person happy at all costs. Even when people want to leave, the trauma bond ignites regions of the brain that cause you to feel out of control and "tied" to the relationship. Disengaging from this type of emotional tyranny is possible but requires a deep internal rewiring and grieving.

I am dual licensed as both a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) and work with adults, adolescents and couples. I am experienced counseling individuals with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, interpersonal issues including personality disorders, relationship issues and social phobias. Among those I serve are individuals also affected by chemical addiction. I've worked with individuals, spouses, parents and Adult Children of Alcoholics/Addicts (ALCOA) who wish to recover from their direct or indirect experiences with addiction. I also work with people with a history of physical, emotional and/or sexual abuse.

Are you struggling with anxious thoughts that leave you feeling upset, nervous, or scared? Are you feeling disconnected from yourself and others? Are you having a hard time communicating with your friends and loved ones? Trauma and anxiety can often leave us feeling confused, lost, lonely, or afraid. You are not alone in your pain. I will walk with you on your path of healing towards a life that holds peace, happiness, and self-love. We will work to identify memories that are holding you back, learn ways to help you reconnect to your body, and help you live your authentic life. You deserve to heal; you deserve to feel whole again.

Are you feeling unfulfilled and struggling to express your emotions and needs? Anxiety and depression can hold you back from living a happy life. But with my interactive, compassionate, and non-judgmental counseling style, I can help you discover and utilize the resources you already possess. My priority is to provide a safe environment where you can feel comfortable. Together, we can work towards the courage to take risks and lead a more liberating life because you are not defined by a diagnosis or demographic. I individualize my approach to each client to help you achieve personal growth and acceptance.

During 51 years of practice, I have treated cases ranging from toilet training, school phobias, heart-break, good marriages and bad marriages, depressed adults, homocidal and suicidal persons, and every behavior disorder common to daily living. For the past several years my work has been largely related to family, marital, child development issues, and sadly many family court related cases. My practice is behavioral, and problem oriented. I have always attempted to avoid the, "purchase of friendship" consequences of long term therapy. I may not "cure" many persons, but I am certain that I have helped thousands.

Hi! I am a licensed therapist working with female adolescents, teens and adults in the state of New Jersey through virtual sessions. I use a humanistic approach to therapy where I treat every patient the way I would my own friends and family - with a healthy dose of humor and rapport :) I believe our relationship is key to the therapeutic process! My specialities are in anxiety, depression, PTSD, and sport psychology. With my person-centered approach, I use a mix of modalities tailored specifically to each individual's needs and goals. I combine my education, along with over a decade of experience, to best treat each individual.

I work with individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and sexual orientations, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, couples in crisis, professional dilemmas, parenting issues and more. I also specialize in coping with pain, fatigue, insomnia, and chronic illness including chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, and fibromyalgia.

I believe in the inherent strength we all have within us to work to overcome adversity in our lives. If you, a family member of any age, or someone you may know are struggling with depression, anxiety, family dynamic challenges, or any life stressor that is keeping you from living the authentic and happy life you deserve, I am here to give you the help and guidance needed to overcome those obstacles and challenges. Sometimes adversity is a call to action to make changes in our lives we are all capable of doing with commitment and effort. The choice to ask for help is a choice made in strength, and I will guide you on your journey!

I am available to come alongside my clients in their pain, challenges, and also successes. I provide a compassionate ear that understands the reality of the patterns that shape our lives. I believe I can work with you towards growth, self-compassion, and empowerment. I recognize the real challenges developing and keeping healthy and healing relationships. Therefore I can help individuals, couples, and families to begin a journey of healing and repair that will benefit their relationships, past, present and future.

I am honored that you are considering me to help you with your journey toward self-discovery and mental health. I have over a decade of experience working with people throughout the lifespan on a variety of concerns, including family issues, interpersonal issues, trauma, grief, life transitions, depression, anxiety, and body image concerns, among others. I am certified in perinatal mental health, including fertility issues, mental health during pregnancy, pregnancy loss and traumatic birth experiences and postpartum mental health and adjustment. I also have extensive experience working with college students and trauma.

In over thirty years of practice I have come to appreciate the unique individuality of each person. I therefore work to get each individual to actively participate in setting goals and making the process beneficial . I served as a consultant to The Fertility Center of Northern New Jersey, the Jewish Home at Rockleigh, and the Terrence Cardinal Cooke Healthcare Facility, and am a clinical supervisor at the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy. I have written and presented on psychotherapy across cultures and am actively involved in organizing international conferences on various psychological topics.

Are you feeling down, anxious, depressed or irritable? Life can be challenging, stressful and overwhelming. Exploring these challenges with an experienced and empathetic psychotherapist has the potential to facilitate growth, change and healing to gain a greater understanding of self and others. I am passionate about helping individuals who experience such problems as anxiety/fears; depression, mood disorders stress, trauma; low self-esteem, poor impulse/anger control; dissatisfaction with job/relationships; work/family issues; marital/parenting issues; bereavement; addiction, sexual identity issues, etc.

Are you a high functioning mom juggling the demands of raising kids while having a successful career? Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and possibly suffering from burnout? Maybe you are struggling in your relationship or going through a divorce? Perhaps you're feeling the weight of an antagonistic relationship and you're not sure what to do next? Or you're trying to parent while grieving the loss of your own parent? If you're ready to set boundaries, make self-care non-negotiable, manage stress, decrease your anxiety, and achieve your personal and professional goals without sacrificing your mental well-being, reach out today.

Each of us is a truly original, unrepeatable, irreplaceable, unique, sacred, precious, creative, talented and healthy self that through a process of nature and nurture spends each moment of time evolving and expressing ourselves through love, compassion, caring, empathy and other virtuous relationships. Therapy is a process of celebrating the evolution of each person's true self. It is our way, modern and ancient, eastern and western, artistic and technological, spiritual and practical of Self development. Therapy is also our newest and oldest path of protecting, nurturing, supporting and upholding all that is virtuous, positive, meritorious, innocent, ethical, benevolent and philanthropic in ourselves while learning to handle, manage, cope, organize, and select our purpose, meaning and priorities in life. Therapy teaches us the surivival skills that help us become efficacious and masterful in life. We establish, goals we wish to achieve, priorities we wish to establish, a clear plan of action, which evolves as we evolve, with the help of a trained professional who respects both our free will and our fate, our unique mission and our destiny.