Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Englewood Cliffs, NJ

I believe we all need unconditional support and compassionate understanding in navigating through life's unpredictable journey. I promote an empathic and positive therapeutic relationship between client and clinician that is respectful of the client's strengths and right to self-determination and encourages healing, self-awareness, and self-care. I also challenge the client to think out-of-the-box and explore the possibilities for growth and change in one's own thinking and circumstances. I am culturally sensitive and tailor therapy to the individual needs of the client as there is no one-size-fits-all therapeutic modality.

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 am here to support your journey!

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.

My office is a safe and judgment free space where my clients can talk openly about the challenges they face. I utilize a holistic therapeutic approach which explores my client’s whole self. This includes their physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social being. Participating in therapy does not remove or eliminate life's challenges; however, it can help clients learn strategies and coping mechanisms to deal with them. I concentrate on my client’s strengths, using CBT, as well as, other treatment modalities. I have over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families.

Welcome all! I am holistic therapist who utilizes and integrates evidence-based practices to help individuals move through their concerns. I am passionate about helping individuals learn coping skills, find hope, and tools they need to care for themselves and their relationships. I bring extensive knowledge to each session, providing everyone with a unique therapy experience. Above all, I create space for each of my clients to be heard and allow them to be their authentic selves.

My 30+ years of experience enable me to treat a variety of populations and cultures. My degrees in the disciplines of clinical psychology, clinical social work and clinical art therapy allow me the opportunity to utilize many treatment interventions as I assist people to help and empower themselves. My work is collaborative and interactive and includes involvement in all systems associated with the patient as necessary. From the difficult to treat child and adolescent, to the adult facing divorce, occupational crisis, or life re-evaluation, our work together is goal oriented. Consultant & certified EMDR therapist treating trauma.

I want to be able to provide a safe place for individuals to feel and process their emotions without judgment while helping them work through their traumas and troubles. I would like to open up that path and offer you the opportunity to rediscover who you truly are at your core. My goal is to empower individuals and help them tap into their fullest human potential.

Finding the right therapist is crucial for a great psychotherapy experience. And while you may usually handle life's challenges well unexpected stress, anxiety, depression, or navigating difficult relationships can be confusing and overwhelming. I'm not one of those therapists who just listens and nods. My proven approach is characterized by warmth and supportiveness and is grounded in evidence-based treatment modalities, critical thinking, and unwavering confidentiality. With over 15 years of clinical experience, I'm here to help you uncover the root of your issues and guide you towards confidence and clarity for a brighter future.

Does it feel like you've become an expert at reading therapists' profiles by now, but are still having trouble deciding who would be a good fit for you and your situation? You want someone knowledgeable and skilled, who is compassionate, but has a sense of humor. You need to feel comfortable talking about your private life, not to feel like you're in an uncomfortable stare-down. And most importantly, you need someone who will help you feel better, cope better, and understand yourself better.

We are a dynamic multidisciplinary team of psychologists, mental health counselors, and social workers. Our clinicians have extensive practice experience in areas such as educational systems, advocacy organizations, and community-based organizations. We utilize our extensive practice-based knowledge in conjunction with evidence-based models to individualize your treatment. Our office is a safe and judgment free space where clients can talk openly about the challenges they face. We utilize a holistic therapeutic approach which explores a client’s whole self. This includes their physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and social being.

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.

Hope, Resilience and Renewal. The belief in the power of these is the basis of my work with you. Are you feeling alone, sad and in pain from grief and loss? Maybe it was the death of a loved one or the ending of a relationship. Maybe it was a recent move, a change in life status; marriage, divorce, empty nesting or retirement. Maybe it was the loss of plans, hopes and dreams. Maybe it was the loss of a job, your health, or the feeling of safety and trust due to world events from the pandemic, war and injustice. I know it may be tempting to avoid dealing with our grief, but you can’t heal what you don’t face and address.