Borderline Personality (BPD) Therapists in East Brunswick, NJ

Hello and welcome! Whether you are an individual looking for counseling or you are a couple interested in relationship counseling, I would love to help. I offer counseling to adolescents and adults on anxiety, depression, identity and self-esteem issues. My expertise is DBT - a therapeutic approach enhancing insight, which is particularly useful for people diagnosed with bipolar disorder and borderline personality. I also have an extensive background in working with children and families using the Nurtured Heart approach and I offer couples counseling using the Prepare Enrich method.

I am a licensed psychologist and DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician(tm) at the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy with expertise in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and trauma. I have extensive experience providing evidence-based treatments to children, adolescents, and adults with trauma, depression, anxiety, and disruptive behavior, as well as complex psychosocial stressors. I am devoted to providing exceptional treatment to children, adolescents, and families, empowering them with tools to enhance their relationships and navigate life’s challenges effectively.

When we grow up without emotional validation it can cause us to feel shame and negatively affect the relationships we have with ourselves and others. Shame makes it difficult for us to validate our own thoughts and emotions. I work with individuals in a direct and interactive way to help develop healthy boundaries and effective communication skills so you can feel empowered. We can work together to approach the issues you are facing and develop the skills that will allow you to thrive.

Welcome. Accepting new clients. When working together, I strive to make the therapy experience genuine, positive, respectful, safe and individualized. My experience has taught me that the most important aspect of counseling by far is the connection and comfort you feel with the person you choose to share your personal struggles. I believe we can all grow through challenging experiences by increasing our self-awareness. You are the expert of your story and have strengths that will assist you in making the changes you want and overcome the things that challenge you, by increasing your insights and developing coping skills.

Accepting New Clients! My style is warm, authentic and collaborative and I have great passion in helping you assess situations, behaviors and emotions with the goal of finding effective management and empowerment within your own life. I look forward to creating a collaborative space to work on your goals.

I have been providing counseling services to a variety of both adolescent and adult client populations for the past 17 years. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) in the State of New Jersey. Additionally, I completed a post-master's certificate program in Advanced Clinical Practice, and attended trauma trainings through the Manhattan Institute of Psychoanalysis. I am trained in DBT and also utilize cognitive behavioral interventions, mindfulness, motivational enhancement and the mind-body connection associated with trauma.

We started the Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy with one mission: to help children, adolescents, and young adults live more meaningful and productive lives. Both raising a child and being one are tall orders in today’s climate. And having a psychological condition often compounds the challenges. We envision a world where youth can succeed, both in spite of their challenges and because of them; where they will develop and implement the skills to overcome their challenges; and where they believe that they can accomplish anything to which they put their minds.

My name is Melissa Higgins, LCSW and I am the owner of the Center for Therapy & Counseling Services, LLC. I enjoy treating trauma, grief/loss, complex conditions, issues with gender identity and/or sexual orientation. I am committed to the power of relationship to heal. My goal is to help help people develop relationships with themselves and others which may bring more meaning into their lives. I believe it is important to listen to the stories my clients have to tell and collaboratively help them develop more adaptive stories.

All are welcome. After 16 years of practice as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to worked in many different settings, and feel that I can provide a well rounded approach to treatment based on best practice research and ethical considerations.

I seek to partner with those who have a genuine curiosity about themselves, their history and their future, and have a true interest in self empowerment, healing and growth.

We’re pleased you’ve made your first step towards healing. We understand that seeking help, whether for yourself or for your children isn’t always easy. Unfortunately, life doesn’t come with a user’s manual, and when times get tough, many of us are left feeling confused, angry, depressed and helpless. While we can’t provide you with a magical user’s manual to life, we can offer you an ancient symbol of peace, an olive branch. We want to help you extend that olive branch to not only the important relationships in your life but to yourself as well. Because at the end of the day, we all deserve inner peace.

Within my years of experience, I’ve been genuinely invested in working alongside clients assisting them in having better self-understanding, acknowledging strengths, and exercising weaknesses. I specialize in anxiety, depression, family dynamics resolution, assisting families with special needs challenges, couples and marriage counseling, parenting skills, and psychoeducation. I have an optimistic approach to working with individuals, couples, and families and an energetic, engaging approach with young children through teletherapy, focusing on also empowering parents and caregivers. Let me help support you on your journey.

Are you unhappy, hurt, anxious or angry? Is your life or relationship in a bad place? Everything you tried isn't working? I'm here to help! While on a life journey toward meaning & happiness, sometimes we need to sort through the issues that hold us back or are a heavy weight to carry. Therapy is a place to do that sorting: in a safe & trusting environment, we go through our traveler's bag, keep what's our strengths & passions, resolve the entangled conflicts, and maybe leave behind what no longer serves us within our hearts. I would love to be your guide in this journey. Follow us on Social Media- FB & at HopeAndHealingJourneys

Welcome. I am accepting new clients. My path to becoming a therapist began with a deep-rooted desire to create a safe space for healing and growth. I developed a passion for empowering individuals through therapy. As a Latinx therapist, I bring a culturally sensitive approach to my practice, honoring the unique backgrounds and experiences of each client. I am fluent in both English and Spanish, ensuring that language is never a barrier to receiving the support you deserve.

Life is full of obstacles that at times feel impossible to overcome. In therapy, we will work together to equip you with coping skills that best suit you to make tackling these obstacles possible. Depression, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem are common hindrances that therapy can help find long term solutions enabling you to live to your fullest potential.

Depressed, anxious, stuck,??? Let me teach you the skills to empower yourself and move forward in your life with ease and comfortability. Whether you need help moving on from a relationship, a loss, depression and/or anxiety; life sometimes makes it difficult to do on one's own. I will equip you with the skills to deal with anything in your life as it comes towards you. My experience encompasses addictions, maladaptive disorders, loss, grief, relationship issues, anxiety disorders, depression, identity/sexual issues, etc. I specialize in work with individuals that are experiencing "the nervous break-down".....

Finding the right therapist is a crucial part in initiating change. I have been practicing therapy with individuals and families for over 15 years and am committed to offering my clients a safe and supportive environment. My goal is to help clients develop the self-awareness, self-confidence and skills necessary to make positive changes in their lives. Together we will tailor a treatment that is both comprehensive and responsive to your needs. I utilize CBT, DBT and mindfulness training in my practice and tailor my interventions to best suit each individual.

Hello! I hope you are proud of yourself for taking this important step towards a happier and healthier you! My approach to clinical care is direct, collaborative, and solution-focused, with you in the driver seat. I will be here every step of the way to guide you, yet the changes that will ensue will be a product of your hard work, consistency, and motivation towards becoming a better you. How exciting and empowering that is!

Welcome. I am accepting new clients! I am gentle and supportive, and I am also direct, firm, grounded, and realistic in my approach. I am a consistent and assertive clinician. I treat my clients like I would treat myself if I were in their situation, with respect, dignity, and hope. I like to make people think, engage in deep self-reflection, and to work towards acceptance and change. There is also always room for humor and a good laugh, we can’t take ourselves too seriously!