Child Therapists in Demarest, NJ
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My toolkit allows me to offer multiple strategies to match the individual needs of each child and family rather than a one size fits all approach;.
Neuropsychological evaluations will provide you with the most comprehensive understanding regarding your student's processing abilities, executive functions, and how to successfully address any observed deficits. I have been a trusted professional for many pediatricians, public and private schools, and parents. My evaluations will yield information to tailor make individual instructional strategies for your student to be implemented by teachers, tutors, and parents.
My toolkit allows me to offer multiple strategies to match the individual needs of each child and family rather than a one size fits all approach;.
Neuropsychological evaluations will provide you with the most comprehensive understanding regarding your student's processing abilities, executive functions, and how to successfully address any observed deficits. I have been a trusted professional for many pediatricians, public and private schools, and parents. My evaluations will yield information to tailor make individual instructional strategies for your student to be implemented by teachers, tutors, and parents.
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Marianela Cortes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Demarest, NJ 07627
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor with over 20 years experience working with children, teens, adults, and families managing life's struggles.
Therapy can be a healing and ultimately freeing journey. In my experience, it allows individuals at any age to get in touch with and learn to understand their feelings. In being able to better understand ourselves, we can better recognize not only what prevents us, but also, what allows us to have a more fulfilling life. There is no better feeling as a therapist than seeing your clients realize and embrace their inner strengths, humbling resilience, and acquire the tools to manage their struggles in healthier and more productive ways.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Registered Play Therapist - Supervisor with over 20 years experience working with children, teens, adults, and families managing life's struggles.
Therapy can be a healing and ultimately freeing journey. In my experience, it allows individuals at any age to get in touch with and learn to understand their feelings. In being able to better understand ourselves, we can better recognize not only what prevents us, but also, what allows us to have a more fulfilling life. There is no better feeling as a therapist than seeing your clients realize and embrace their inner strengths, humbling resilience, and acquire the tools to manage their struggles in healthier and more productive ways.
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Whether you’re facing emotional challenges ranging from anxiety to depression, isolation or loss, or just having difficulty managing the stress of your day-to-day life, I can help you on your journey as you move forward. My practice centers on an integrative approach to healing. Trained as a dance/movement psychotherapist, I blend together a psychodynamic framework with both expressive and behavioral strategies. It is here where you will experience authenticity and resilience. I enjoy working with adolescents, young people and women.
Whether you’re facing emotional challenges ranging from anxiety to depression, isolation or loss, or just having difficulty managing the stress of your day-to-day life, I can help you on your journey as you move forward. My practice centers on an integrative approach to healing. Trained as a dance/movement psychotherapist, I blend together a psychodynamic framework with both expressive and behavioral strategies. It is here where you will experience authenticity and resilience. I enjoy working with adolescents, young people and women.
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Linda B Wachtel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Demarest, NJ 07627
As we transition from the COVID 19 pandemic, and people face unprecedented challenges mental health needs are complex for people of all ages. I provide teletherapy sessions as well as some limited in person sessions. As always, I work collaboratively with clients using a relational lens to consider the meaning of important relationships, family, work, culture, health, trauma, special needs and more will be the basis of the therapeutic process. I like to think of therapy as a safe space that is a resource to have active conversation with privacy and dignity. I am happy to answer questions through a phone consultation.
As we transition from the COVID 19 pandemic, and people face unprecedented challenges mental health needs are complex for people of all ages. I provide teletherapy sessions as well as some limited in person sessions. As always, I work collaboratively with clients using a relational lens to consider the meaning of important relationships, family, work, culture, health, trauma, special needs and more will be the basis of the therapeutic process. I like to think of therapy as a safe space that is a resource to have active conversation with privacy and dignity. I am happy to answer questions through a phone consultation.
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My practice is open to kids (ages 9+), adolescents, adults, and couples with a range of psychological challenges including: depression, anxiety, alcohol & other drug addiction, marital/relationship problems, adjustment stressors, anger management, sports/peak performance, and career development. Clients who enjoy an approachable, interactive, and collaborative relationship benefit from working with me. I have extensive experience working with high school and college students. My approach is grounded in positive psychology and CBT, and the role of fitness & nutrition in optimal psychological health!
My practice is open to kids (ages 9+), adolescents, adults, and couples with a range of psychological challenges including: depression, anxiety, alcohol & other drug addiction, marital/relationship problems, adjustment stressors, anger management, sports/peak performance, and career development. Clients who enjoy an approachable, interactive, and collaborative relationship benefit from working with me. I have extensive experience working with high school and college students. My approach is grounded in positive psychology and CBT, and the role of fitness & nutrition in optimal psychological health!
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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.
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.
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Alexandra Dimant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Demarest, NJ 07627
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that my work is in helping clients walk less blindly through life. I try to ask questions to clarify the principles underlying the ways they relate to the world and others. I help not only with common problems (anxiety, depression, PTSD, phobias, OCD, etc.) but also work with those whose issues are not easily captured by a diagnosis and are existential in nature. The so-called "worried well" come to uncover and work through the sources of internal struggles, in order to become their best selves and live a more fulfilling life.
I am fully bilingual and practice in both English and Russian.
I believe that my work is in helping clients walk less blindly through life. I try to ask questions to clarify the principles underlying the ways they relate to the world and others. I help not only with common problems (anxiety, depression, PTSD, phobias, OCD, etc.) but also work with those whose issues are not easily captured by a diagnosis and are existential in nature. The so-called "worried well" come to uncover and work through the sources of internal struggles, in order to become their best selves and live a more fulfilling life.
I am fully bilingual and practice in both English and Russian.
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Healing Through The Arts, LLC
MS, MPH, BC-DMT, LCAT
Not Verified Not Verified
Harrington Park, NJ 07640
Healing Through The Arts is a company of Creative Arts Therapists dedicated to supporting growth, well-being and quality of life for children, adults and seniors through creative and holistic methods, while easing the worry of family members. We use movement, music, art and theater techniques to help our clients work on personal challenges and renew a sense of self.
Healing Through The Arts is a company of Creative Arts Therapists dedicated to supporting growth, well-being and quality of life for children, adults and seniors through creative and holistic methods, while easing the worry of family members. We use movement, music, art and theater techniques to help our clients work on personal challenges and renew a sense of self.
I am particularly skillful with children .
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.
I am particularly skillful with children .
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.
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Amy Morik is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (in both New York and New Jersey) and a certified School Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. Amy earned her Bachelor degree in Psychology from Union College and her Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) from New York University. Amy has worked with pre-schoolers, elementary age children, pre-teens and adolescents in schools, residential facilities and private practice settings. For the past five years Amy has been part of an elementary school Child Study Team. Before that she was a member of a NYC multi-disciplinary team treating pre-school age children in a sensory gym milieu.
Amy Morik is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (in both New York and New Jersey) and a certified School Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. Amy earned her Bachelor degree in Psychology from Union College and her Masters degree in Social Work (MSW) from New York University. Amy has worked with pre-schoolers, elementary age children, pre-teens and adolescents in schools, residential facilities and private practice settings. For the past five years Amy has been part of an elementary school Child Study Team. Before that she was a member of a NYC multi-disciplinary team treating pre-school age children in a sensory gym milieu.
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I specialize in treating both couples in trouble and children with behavioral problems in the context of their family.
Nearly thirty years ago I was began my family therapy training with one of the most highly-regarded figures in the field, Dr. Salvador Minuchin. Since then, I have worked with couples reeling from affairs, or on the verge of divorce, people suffering from anxiety or depression, and children with "acting out" behavior or identified as having ADHD. My long experience as a family therapist has only deepened my appreciation for the trials and triumphs of the human condition. I work relatively briefly, and often successfully, with those who have tried other therapies, without improvement.
I specialize in treating both couples in trouble and children with behavioral problems in the context of their family.
Nearly thirty years ago I was began my family therapy training with one of the most highly-regarded figures in the field, Dr. Salvador Minuchin. Since then, I have worked with couples reeling from affairs, or on the verge of divorce, people suffering from anxiety or depression, and children with "acting out" behavior or identified as having ADHD. My long experience as a family therapist has only deepened my appreciation for the trials and triumphs of the human condition. I work relatively briefly, and often successfully, with those who have tried other therapies, without improvement.
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Vic Chaperon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tenafly, NJ 07670 (Online Only)
I have 18 years clinical experience & advanced clinical training from NYSPP, The NY School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis focused on the Child/Adolescent tract.
Welcome!! Searching for the right therapist can be such an overwhelming process yet the fact that you're searching shows your resilience! I thoroughly enjoy working with all diverse cultures while respecting the truth that attending therapy is a deeply personal & rewarding experience. I provide therapy to children individuals and families.
I have 18 years clinical experience & advanced clinical training from NYSPP, The NY School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy & Psychoanalysis focused on the Child/Adolescent tract.
Welcome!! Searching for the right therapist can be such an overwhelming process yet the fact that you're searching shows your resilience! I thoroughly enjoy working with all diverse cultures while respecting the truth that attending therapy is a deeply personal & rewarding experience. I provide therapy to children individuals and families.
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological and interpersonal challenges in life, such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, life transition, relationship problems, and developmental disorders. I believe that psychotherapy is a process in which client and therapist collaborate in order to help client to improve self-understanding, overcome painful emotions, and discover new and widened perspectives about himself/herself, others, and life. I facilitate client's discovery and development of balanced and integrated personality so that he/she can transcend his/her psychological conflicts.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of psychological and interpersonal challenges in life, such as mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, life transition, relationship problems, and developmental disorders. I believe that psychotherapy is a process in which client and therapist collaborate in order to help client to improve self-understanding, overcome painful emotions, and discover new and widened perspectives about himself/herself, others, and life. I facilitate client's discovery and development of balanced and integrated personality so that he/she can transcend his/her psychological conflicts.
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Together, we can work to uncover the deeper meaning and motivation behind your child’s behavior. I am dedicated to providing you with individualized support to help lower anxiety, reach your full potential and uncover your strengths. I provide a supportive, nurturing and non-judgmental space to help empower you to make positive choices and help foster growth. In my work with children, I utilize play, CBT, and other therapeutic modalities to help them feel most comfortable expressing themselves.
Together, we can work to uncover the deeper meaning and motivation behind your child’s behavior. I am dedicated to providing you with individualized support to help lower anxiety, reach your full potential and uncover your strengths. I provide a supportive, nurturing and non-judgmental space to help empower you to make positive choices and help foster growth. In my work with children, I utilize play, CBT, and other therapeutic modalities to help them feel most comfortable expressing themselves.
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Tani Foger
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, EdM, MA
Verified Verified
Bergenfield, NJ 07621 (Online Only)
Drawing on decades of counseling children in individual and group therapy, I specialize in Conflict Resolution; Bully-Prevention; Short-Term and Goal-Oriented Therapy; Family Therapy; Teacher Consultation; Parent Consultation; School Visits; Learning Issues including ADHD, ASD; Anxiety, Stress, and Techniques for improving Social Skills/Peer Relationships.
With over 35 years of extensive counseling experience as a school psychologist, in both regular and special-education, I have the unique perspective, experience and qualifications to help parents and children navigate the often complicated and tenuous years of childhood, adolescence, and family life. In addition to my experience as a school psychologist, I was also an elementary school principal, thereby affording me the ability to see and understand the magnitude of school pressures and demands; academic, social, and emotional, on your child and on your family life. I offer supportive, short term therapy, with practical solutions.
Drawing on decades of counseling children in individual and group therapy, I specialize in Conflict Resolution; Bully-Prevention; Short-Term and Goal-Oriented Therapy; Family Therapy; Teacher Consultation; Parent Consultation; School Visits; Learning Issues including ADHD, ASD; Anxiety, Stress, and Techniques for improving Social Skills/Peer Relationships.
With over 35 years of extensive counseling experience as a school psychologist, in both regular and special-education, I have the unique perspective, experience and qualifications to help parents and children navigate the often complicated and tenuous years of childhood, adolescence, and family life. In addition to my experience as a school psychologist, I was also an elementary school principal, thereby affording me the ability to see and understand the magnitude of school pressures and demands; academic, social, and emotional, on your child and on your family life. I offer supportive, short term therapy, with practical solutions.
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Your child is still the same child you adored as a baby and has unlimited potential.
Hi! I am Andrea E. Gonzalez, MA, BCBA. I am the owner and BCBA of AG Behavioral Services LLC. I started my practice in 2016 in Ridgefield, NJ. We work with children and adolescents who have autism. AG Behavioral Services is maximizing the potential of children with autism today and transforming the nature of autism for future generations.
Your child is still the same child you adored as a baby and has unlimited potential.
Hi! I am Andrea E. Gonzalez, MA, BCBA. I am the owner and BCBA of AG Behavioral Services LLC. I started my practice in 2016 in Ridgefield, NJ. We work with children and adolescents who have autism. AG Behavioral Services is maximizing the potential of children with autism today and transforming the nature of autism for future generations.
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Lisa D'Acierno And Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bergenfield, NJ 07621
We are a private practice made up of psychotherapists who work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Lisa D'Acierno and her staff work to provide a safe nurturing, non-judgmental atmosphere focusing on the individual client's needs. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Our staff is experienced on children and adolescents with PTSD, ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum, Depression,Teen Issues, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Family Struggles, and Trauma. We are a wonderful team of compassionate and caring professionals who share the same passion for helping others. We offer in-person and teletherapy sessions.
We are a private practice made up of psychotherapists who work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. Lisa D'Acierno and her staff work to provide a safe nurturing, non-judgmental atmosphere focusing on the individual client's needs. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Our staff is experienced on children and adolescents with PTSD, ADHD, Asperger's/Autism Spectrum, Depression,Teen Issues, Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Family Struggles, and Trauma. We are a wonderful team of compassionate and caring professionals who share the same passion for helping others. We offer in-person and teletherapy sessions.
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Rachel Michelle Feldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tenafly, NJ 07670
Do you or your child find it challenging to navigate anger, anxiety, depression, concentration, mood swings, interpersonal relationships, or your own neurodivergence? In today's ever-changing world, it's common to feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to cope. If you struggle with managing these issues and are searching for support, look no further. I am available to partner with you on improving your mental health. Learn more at www.psychotheraplay.com
Do you or your child find it challenging to navigate anger, anxiety, depression, concentration, mood swings, interpersonal relationships, or your own neurodivergence? In today's ever-changing world, it's common to feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to cope. If you struggle with managing these issues and are searching for support, look no further. I am available to partner with you on improving your mental health. Learn more at www.psychotheraplay.com
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I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, and parents who are learning to cope with anxiety, depression, life changes, school/work stress, and relationship issues.
My approach to therapy is individualized and collaborative, drawing from various therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques.
I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, and parents who are learning to cope with anxiety, depression, life changes, school/work stress, and relationship issues.
My approach to therapy is individualized and collaborative, drawing from various therapeutic modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness techniques.
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If you or your child are struggling with anxiety or a related disorder such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), tics, Tourette Syndrome, or trichotillomania (hair pulling), please consider reaching out to set up a free 15-minute consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey with training from UCLA and Columbia University in the assessment and treatment of anxiety and compulsive disorders. I am committed to working collaboratively with my clients to improve their quality of life. I strive to help my clients clarify their goals and learn the skills they need to achieve them.
If you or your child are struggling with anxiety or a related disorder such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), tics, Tourette Syndrome, or trichotillomania (hair pulling), please consider reaching out to set up a free 15-minute consultation.
I am a clinical psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey with training from UCLA and Columbia University in the assessment and treatment of anxiety and compulsive disorders. I am committed to working collaboratively with my clients to improve their quality of life. I strive to help my clients clarify their goals and learn the skills they need to achieve them.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Demarest, NJ provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Demarest build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Demarest build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.