Narrative Therapists in Edgewater, NJ
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Terri Klemm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Life can be hard; yet, living well - with meaning and joy - remains possible. We all need support at times to navigate the challenges we face. At its best, therapy is an affirming experience that can help you to feel your worth and make changes to improve your quality of life. My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed and collaborative. If you’re interested in taking steps to bring a greater sense of peace and fulfillment to your life, I welcome the possibility of working with you.
Life can be hard; yet, living well - with meaning and joy - remains possible. We all need support at times to navigate the challenges we face. At its best, therapy is an affirming experience that can help you to feel your worth and make changes to improve your quality of life. My approach is strengths-based, trauma-informed and collaborative. If you’re interested in taking steps to bring a greater sense of peace and fulfillment to your life, I welcome the possibility of working with you.
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Diane Sosa
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
I am a Psychotherapist with a passion for helping people live well! I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adult and adults s with a wide variety of behavioral, emotional and mental health challenges. I am so thrilled to help you on your journey with therapy. As your therapist, I focus on providing a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space to talk about the challenges you would like to process. Whether you're dealing with stressors from work, a recent break up, peer conflicts, anxiety from your busy schedule or difficulties with a past traumatic experience.
I am a Psychotherapist with a passion for helping people live well! I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adult and adults s with a wide variety of behavioral, emotional and mental health challenges. I am so thrilled to help you on your journey with therapy. As your therapist, I focus on providing a safe, non-judgmental and confidential space to talk about the challenges you would like to process. Whether you're dealing with stressors from work, a recent break up, peer conflicts, anxiety from your busy schedule or difficulties with a past traumatic experience.
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Danielle S Desperak-Schisler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Whether you are feeling stuck in relationship patterns, overwhelmed by big life transitions or losses, having difficulties prioritizing yourself, or stressed from daily life- therapy is a great way to find clarity and grow. I offer a supportive and safe space where you can explore healing and create lasting positive change. By exploring your relationship dynamics, behavior patterns, and your inner dialogue we can gain insight into how they are obstacles to your personal goals. Our collaborative work will help guide you on a path to mental and emotional wellness through self-compassion and gaining tools to cope.
Whether you are feeling stuck in relationship patterns, overwhelmed by big life transitions or losses, having difficulties prioritizing yourself, or stressed from daily life- therapy is a great way to find clarity and grow. I offer a supportive and safe space where you can explore healing and create lasting positive change. By exploring your relationship dynamics, behavior patterns, and your inner dialogue we can gain insight into how they are obstacles to your personal goals. Our collaborative work will help guide you on a path to mental and emotional wellness through self-compassion and gaining tools to cope.
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Therapy for individuals, couples, or families should be a safe space to explore personal needs and goals. Using a broad lens we consider all of the factors and systems as we work collaboratively and with transparency towards strengthening your sense of yourself and the relationships that are impacting you. We consider cycles of interaction as well as vulnerabilities and survival strategies and areas where you may be getting stuck in long repetitive cycles. Together we identify new strategies and strengths to create new experiences. Therapy can be a strengthening journey of opportunity and growth.
Therapy for individuals, couples, or families should be a safe space to explore personal needs and goals. Using a broad lens we consider all of the factors and systems as we work collaboratively and with transparency towards strengthening your sense of yourself and the relationships that are impacting you. We consider cycles of interaction as well as vulnerabilities and survival strategies and areas where you may be getting stuck in long repetitive cycles. Together we identify new strategies and strengths to create new experiences. Therapy can be a strengthening journey of opportunity and growth.
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Davida Joy Rabinowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Welcome! I am an experienced licensed Clinical social worker in both NJ and NY and a Rutgers University graduate. In my practice, we address issues such as anxiety/stress, sadness , depression, relationship issues, mens' issues , vocational issues, and motivational issues . I am a generalist and take a solution focused approach . I also believe in linking your past to your present, so you can have a solid future.
Welcome! I am an experienced licensed Clinical social worker in both NJ and NY and a Rutgers University graduate. In my practice, we address issues such as anxiety/stress, sadness , depression, relationship issues, mens' issues , vocational issues, and motivational issues . I am a generalist and take a solution focused approach . I also believe in linking your past to your present, so you can have a solid future.
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Mizuho 'miho' Kanazawa
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020
I am dedicated to working with clients whose personality and life experience were shaped by more than one culture: You might be an international student or in your 20's or 30's navigating anxiety. You might have been raised by 1st generation Asian parents or one and half or 2nd generation immigrants. You might be struggling in a relationship where you and your partner come from different cultural backgrounds not feeling understood. You are in the relationship but you both feel alone in the relationship. I love to help. I work with clients individually and as couples.
I am dedicated to working with clients whose personality and life experience were shaped by more than one culture: You might be an international student or in your 20's or 30's navigating anxiety. You might have been raised by 1st generation Asian parents or one and half or 2nd generation immigrants. You might be struggling in a relationship where you and your partner come from different cultural backgrounds not feeling understood. You are in the relationship but you both feel alone in the relationship. I love to help. I work with clients individually and as couples.
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Kazuko Nagafuchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
If you are feeling that you need and/or want to change something for the better, that is wonderful! It means that you are already one step ahead and very resilient. If you don’t know how to change and what to change, you don’t need to worry. I am here to guide you throughout your journey in order to build a more satisfying and peaceful life.
If you are feeling that you need and/or want to change something for the better, that is wonderful! It means that you are already one step ahead and very resilient. If you don’t know how to change and what to change, you don’t need to worry. I am here to guide you throughout your journey in order to build a more satisfying and peaceful life.
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Elizabeth J Greenlee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Waitlist for new clients
I help people access their potential. By empowering and supporting you, you will find freedom from the pain of old wounds, recovery from trauma and gain new ways of coping and relating. Central to this work will be the relationship between therapist and client, which evolves within a safe and compassionate space, within which you will find the courage to explore your concerns without feeling pushed or pathologized.
I help people access their potential. By empowering and supporting you, you will find freedom from the pain of old wounds, recovery from trauma and gain new ways of coping and relating. Central to this work will be the relationship between therapist and client, which evolves within a safe and compassionate space, within which you will find the courage to explore your concerns without feeling pushed or pathologized.
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Therapy can be transformative by providing you with the support and care that you need. Together we will work to understand your story to shed light on the thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that are causing you distress. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with racial identity, assimilation, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. I also have experience in working with individuals of the LGBTQ+ community surrounding queer identity formation and coming out.
Therapy can be transformative by providing you with the support and care that you need. Together we will work to understand your story to shed light on the thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that are causing you distress. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with racial identity, assimilation, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. I also have experience in working with individuals of the LGBTQ+ community surrounding queer identity formation and coming out.
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Therapy can be viewed as a Journey to Self -Actualization and can be a very exciting journey. Whether the challenges present as Debilitating Depression, Addictions and/ or Limiting beliefs: that have developed with the worst one being "something is wrong with me"! To paralyzing Anxiety and Panic Attacks that move one to seek out relief in a variety of dysfunctional ways.
Therapy can be viewed as a Journey to Self -Actualization and can be a very exciting journey. Whether the challenges present as Debilitating Depression, Addictions and/ or Limiting beliefs: that have developed with the worst one being "something is wrong with me"! To paralyzing Anxiety and Panic Attacks that move one to seek out relief in a variety of dysfunctional ways.
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Additionally, she integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Object Relations Therapy.
Tina Joen, MFT-LP holds a Master’s Degree from Alliance University. Embracing the belief that family dynamics and patterns intricately shape individual experiences, Tina approaches her practice with a focus on the interconnected set of relationships that define each client’s journey.
Additionally, she integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Object Relations Therapy.
Tina Joen, MFT-LP holds a Master’s Degree from Alliance University. Embracing the belief that family dynamics and patterns intricately shape individual experiences, Tina approaches her practice with a focus on the interconnected set of relationships that define each client’s journey.
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Elizabeth Connolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
I utilize a range of different modalities including CBT, DBT, EFT, MI, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Theory.
In my opinion, there is no such thing as an ideal client. The human experience is far too vast and varying for one to be considered an ideal therapeutic client. It is my pleasure to engage with any individual who has the strength and awareness to seek mental health treatment and it is my privilege to be allowed into their lives. In my work as a therapist, it is my hope to work with my clients in such a way that encourages and inspires them to pursue their authentic-selves while building healthy, sustainable skills to cope with the myriad of struggles, obstacles, and experiences that life can entail.
I utilize a range of different modalities including CBT, DBT, EFT, MI, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Theory.
In my opinion, there is no such thing as an ideal client. The human experience is far too vast and varying for one to be considered an ideal therapeutic client. It is my pleasure to engage with any individual who has the strength and awareness to seek mental health treatment and it is my privilege to be allowed into their lives. In my work as a therapist, it is my hope to work with my clients in such a way that encourages and inspires them to pursue their authentic-selves while building healthy, sustainable skills to cope with the myriad of struggles, obstacles, and experiences that life can entail.
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Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
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Stephanie Campos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
I am a compassionate and empathetic Licensed Clinical Social Worker, dedicated to supporting individuals who are facing the stresses and challenges of life. I understand that everyone experiences difficult times, and I believe in the power of personal strengths and the potential for growth and healing. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where you can feel hopeful and empowered. Through our journey together, I will assist you in discovering your unique strengths and guide you in developing the necessary skills and tools to cope with your mental and emotional health.
I am a compassionate and empathetic Licensed Clinical Social Worker, dedicated to supporting individuals who are facing the stresses and challenges of life. I understand that everyone experiences difficult times, and I believe in the power of personal strengths and the potential for growth and healing. My goal is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where you can feel hopeful and empowered. Through our journey together, I will assist you in discovering your unique strengths and guide you in developing the necessary skills and tools to cope with your mental and emotional health.
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Marilyn Valenciano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
Verified Verified
Palisades Park, NJ 07650
Waitlist for new clients
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience specializing in providing compassionate, therapeutic services to children and families, and individuals. Through a blend of traditional clinical expertise and innovative therapeutic modalities, I am committed to helping facilitate positive change. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Supervisor.
I am a dedicated Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of experience specializing in providing compassionate, therapeutic services to children and families, and individuals. Through a blend of traditional clinical expertise and innovative therapeutic modalities, I am committed to helping facilitate positive change. Additionally, I am a Certified Clinical Supervisor.
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John Gesumaria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leonia, NJ 07605
Feeling overwhelmed by life's complexities? I understand. With a unique blend of therapeutic expertise & business, I offer a fresh perspective on your challenges. Whether you're battling depression, anxiety, or navigating life transitions, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. I believe in looking beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the root causes of your struggles. By combining evidence-based therapies with genuine empathy, I empower you to build resilience, foster healthier relationships, and unlock your full potential.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's complexities? I understand. With a unique blend of therapeutic expertise & business, I offer a fresh perspective on your challenges. Whether you're battling depression, anxiety, or navigating life transitions, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. I believe in looking beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the root causes of your struggles. By combining evidence-based therapies with genuine empathy, I empower you to build resilience, foster healthier relationships, and unlock your full potential.
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Dr. Irina Volynsky, clinical director TEMA Therapy
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Tema Therapy is a multi-lingual Center created to serve the various needs of people and families who consider being multi-cultural or multi-lingual as a part of their identity. The founder of this facility, Dr. Irina Volynsky, had multiple experiences of being asked to evaluate or work in therapy with children and adults whose native language was not English, who were misdiagnosed, and were not receiving appropriate help. Upon further consideration, the barrier presented was not only about the language but also about the different cultural context in which norm and pathology were understood differently.
Tema Therapy is a multi-lingual Center created to serve the various needs of people and families who consider being multi-cultural or multi-lingual as a part of their identity. The founder of this facility, Dr. Irina Volynsky, had multiple experiences of being asked to evaluate or work in therapy with children and adults whose native language was not English, who were misdiagnosed, and were not receiving appropriate help. Upon further consideration, the barrier presented was not only about the language but also about the different cultural context in which norm and pathology were understood differently.
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Balancing the demands of life can be stressful and anxiety provoking; I am here to help. With the fast pace of our society as well as the definition of the family system changing-many have difficulty dealing with a variety of life stressors. As a result some may struggle to cope with everyday obstacles that can effect their emotional and physical health/wellbeing as well as hinder relationships and work performance. I have experience with clients that may be dealing with depression or anxiety-as well as couples counseling. I also have knowledge of the school system and can assist with ones career and or life goals.
Balancing the demands of life can be stressful and anxiety provoking; I am here to help. With the fast pace of our society as well as the definition of the family system changing-many have difficulty dealing with a variety of life stressors. As a result some may struggle to cope with everyday obstacles that can effect their emotional and physical health/wellbeing as well as hinder relationships and work performance. I have experience with clients that may be dealing with depression or anxiety-as well as couples counseling. I also have knowledge of the school system and can assist with ones career and or life goals.
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Janice Park-Chan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
We all experience challenges, issues or change which can be both positive and negative, whether it is trauma-related, career or vocational, or life transitions. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, utilizing a cognitive behavioral, healing-centered and trauma-focused lens, we can work together through a therapeutic approach in an empowering and mindful process to build upon your strengths for emotional well-being. Or visit my group practice website: https://www.ejwellness.com
We all experience challenges, issues or change which can be both positive and negative, whether it is trauma-related, career or vocational, or life transitions. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, utilizing a cognitive behavioral, healing-centered and trauma-focused lens, we can work together through a therapeutic approach in an empowering and mindful process to build upon your strengths for emotional well-being. Or visit my group practice website: https://www.ejwellness.com
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Cerene Prince
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
Is your child struggling with anxiety or teen seem distant and agitated? Are you dealing with relationship issues or sudden mood changes? I am, Cerene Prince a holistic psychotherapist dedicated to delivering therapy with deep sensitivity with understanding using my clinical expertise in child, adult and family issues of involving anxieties, depression, ADHD, anger issues, life transitions, trauma, -isms and relationships struggles.
Is your child struggling with anxiety or teen seem distant and agitated? Are you dealing with relationship issues or sudden mood changes? I am, Cerene Prince a holistic psychotherapist dedicated to delivering therapy with deep sensitivity with understanding using my clinical expertise in child, adult and family issues of involving anxieties, depression, ADHD, anger issues, life transitions, trauma, -isms and relationships struggles.
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Narrative Therapists
Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.