Therapists in Flemington, NJ
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Bobbie Lynn Edwards LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, NCC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822
I have been in healthcare as a mental health professional for over 35 years. As an integrative psychotherapist I combine both science and a broad spectrum of spiritual philosophies and practices. I assist by providing guidance and direction to those who seek healing. I work with you putting the pieces of the puzzle together helping you towards relief and ultimately peace. The combination of the traditional psychotherapeutic clinically based training and the multiple spiritual models of thought and various ideologies together are extremely successful and offer hope in healing.
I have been in healthcare as a mental health professional for over 35 years. As an integrative psychotherapist I combine both science and a broad spectrum of spiritual philosophies and practices. I assist by providing guidance and direction to those who seek healing. I work with you putting the pieces of the puzzle together helping you towards relief and ultimately peace. The combination of the traditional psychotherapeutic clinically based training and the multiple spiritual models of thought and various ideologies together are extremely successful and offer hope in healing.
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Kathleen E Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clinton, NJ 08809
It is not easy trying to get through each day when you feel anxious, overwhelmed or preoccupied with negative thoughts. In fact, these feelings often hinder you from building strong, healthy relationships, lead to self-doubt and cause you to feel unmotivated. However, you do not always have to feel like this because these are all feelings you can overcome. There are numerous ways I can help you to learn how to navigate through each day so you feel empowered, confident and able to approach stressful situations with ease.
It is not easy trying to get through each day when you feel anxious, overwhelmed or preoccupied with negative thoughts. In fact, these feelings often hinder you from building strong, healthy relationships, lead to self-doubt and cause you to feel unmotivated. However, you do not always have to feel like this because these are all feelings you can overcome. There are numerous ways I can help you to learn how to navigate through each day so you feel empowered, confident and able to approach stressful situations with ease.
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I believe every individual is unique in their experience, and there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. I believe in a client-centered counseling approach and the importance of collaborative goal setting between client and therapist.
I believe every individual is unique in their experience, and there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. I believe in a client-centered counseling approach and the importance of collaborative goal setting between client and therapist.
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Avery Heimann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MEd, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Branchburg, NJ 08876
We are all on our unique individual life journeys, full of transitions, complex relationships with the world around us, all while navigating our identities and struggles in that process. I am here to validate that journey, all of its ups and downs as they inspire your forward-moving momentum towards becoming mindful, motivated, and fueled by self-love.
We are all on our unique individual life journeys, full of transitions, complex relationships with the world around us, all while navigating our identities and struggles in that process. I am here to validate that journey, all of its ups and downs as they inspire your forward-moving momentum towards becoming mindful, motivated, and fueled by self-love.
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience within the mental health industry. I am the founder of Empower & Elevate Psychotherapy, a virtual outpatient private practice providing quality mental health care to individuals and families across 42 states. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of pediatric, child, adolescent, and adult populations with symptoms related to autism, ADHD, disruptive behavior, intellectual and developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, stress, life transitions, challenges with identity development, hardship in attachments, and family discord.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 20 years of experience within the mental health industry. I am the founder of Empower & Elevate Psychotherapy, a virtual outpatient private practice providing quality mental health care to individuals and families across 42 states. I specialize in the assessment and treatment of pediatric, child, adolescent, and adult populations with symptoms related to autism, ADHD, disruptive behavior, intellectual and developmental disabilities, anxiety, depression, mood dysregulation, stress, life transitions, challenges with identity development, hardship in attachments, and family discord.
Online Therapists
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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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I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families as they navigate daily life and additional stressors related to issues such as birth history, developmental / learning disabilities, behavioral problems, ADHD, community/school conflicts, family relationship issues, parenting, addictions, eating disorders, and trauma history.
Are you ready to explore why you and/or your children / spouse / partner and family have been struggling to deal with life’s normal activities as well as new challenges and stressors? Do you struggle to fall asleep or wake-up each morning feeling anxious and overwhelmed? You have found a safe, friendly, and nonjudgmental environment where together we can start a journey together to identify the challenges and then develop goals that you want to achieve in order to decrease negative stressors in your life. A variety of therapeutic tools and resources will be used to help you achieve your goals and truly live the life of your dreams.
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families as they navigate daily life and additional stressors related to issues such as birth history, developmental / learning disabilities, behavioral problems, ADHD, community/school conflicts, family relationship issues, parenting, addictions, eating disorders, and trauma history.
Are you ready to explore why you and/or your children / spouse / partner and family have been struggling to deal with life’s normal activities as well as new challenges and stressors? Do you struggle to fall asleep or wake-up each morning feeling anxious and overwhelmed? You have found a safe, friendly, and nonjudgmental environment where together we can start a journey together to identify the challenges and then develop goals that you want to achieve in order to decrease negative stressors in your life. A variety of therapeutic tools and resources will be used to help you achieve your goals and truly live the life of your dreams.
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Tara Palma Vourazeris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 (Online Only)
I can help with self-esteem building, self-reflection, and learning to recognize and utilize your strengths.
If you are hurting, feeling lost, going through difficult life transitions, experiencing mental health issues, among other things; change is possible! Therapy doesn’t have to feel scary or unattainable. It can be fun and exciting to discover yourself! Sometimes people just need a little help and motivation to realize that they are capable of reaching their upmost potential.
I can help with self-esteem building, self-reflection, and learning to recognize and utilize your strengths.
If you are hurting, feeling lost, going through difficult life transitions, experiencing mental health issues, among other things; change is possible! Therapy doesn’t have to feel scary or unattainable. It can be fun and exciting to discover yourself! Sometimes people just need a little help and motivation to realize that they are capable of reaching their upmost potential.
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This has allowed me to work with families to address learning, behavioral, and mental health disabilities that affect both the children and their family unit.
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, you might find yourself stuck or overwhelmed by life, leaving you feeling anxious and unsettled. Whether you are in the midst of changes in your life or need that extra support to make a necessary transition, therapy can help you find clarity, direction, and support. Working together, we can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and develop strategies to help you move forward.
This has allowed me to work with families to address learning, behavioral, and mental health disabilities that affect both the children and their family unit.
Sometimes, despite your best efforts, you might find yourself stuck or overwhelmed by life, leaving you feeling anxious and unsettled. Whether you are in the midst of changes in your life or need that extra support to make a necessary transition, therapy can help you find clarity, direction, and support. Working together, we can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and develop strategies to help you move forward.
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I conduct educational, psychological, and neuropsychological testing to assess for ADHD, learning disorders, executive functioning deficits and to provide information for diagnostic purposes.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults and families who want to make their lives happier. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help children and adolescents who are feeling sad, irritable, frustrated, angry, or anxious. Through therapy, I work with families to help children cope with school, social, family, or health problems. In addition to CBT, I incorporate other treatment techniques to best help you and your child (e.g., play therapy, interpersonal therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, family systems, and psychodynamic techniques).
I conduct educational, psychological, and neuropsychological testing to assess for ADHD, learning disorders, executive functioning deficits and to provide information for diagnostic purposes.
I work with children, adolescents, young adults and families who want to make their lives happier. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help children and adolescents who are feeling sad, irritable, frustrated, angry, or anxious. Through therapy, I work with families to help children cope with school, social, family, or health problems. In addition to CBT, I incorporate other treatment techniques to best help you and your child (e.g., play therapy, interpersonal therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, family systems, and psychodynamic techniques).
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I have a wide range of specialties, including the treatment of anxiety and depression across the age span, executive coaching, parenting strategies, social skills training, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), assessment for learning disabilities, and special education procedures and law.
I am a clinical and school psychologist and work with adults, adolescents, and children. Cognitive Behavioral approaches are woven into everything I do, with different techniques tailored to the specific needs of each client. I believe therapy should be challenging AND fun.
I have a wide range of specialties, including the treatment of anxiety and depression across the age span, executive coaching, parenting strategies, social skills training, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), assessment for learning disabilities, and special education procedures and law.
I am a clinical and school psychologist and work with adults, adolescents, and children. Cognitive Behavioral approaches are woven into everything I do, with different techniques tailored to the specific needs of each client. I believe therapy should be challenging AND fun.
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I began my career at the Frost School in Rockville, Maryland, where I expanded my skills as a clinician specializing in anxiety, mood disorders, learning challenges, and developmental delays.
I am a compassionate and experienced clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting teens, young adults, and adults on their journey to mental well-being. I believe in empowering my clients by supplying a supportive environment to build connections, gain insight, and challenge oneself when necessary. Together, by utilizing a safe space for exploration and growth, we'll work on exploring patterns in relationships, problem-solving to facilitate positive change, and promoting self-discovery.
I began my career at the Frost School in Rockville, Maryland, where I expanded my skills as a clinician specializing in anxiety, mood disorders, learning challenges, and developmental delays.
I am a compassionate and experienced clinical psychologist dedicated to supporting teens, young adults, and adults on their journey to mental well-being. I believe in empowering my clients by supplying a supportive environment to build connections, gain insight, and challenge oneself when necessary. Together, by utilizing a safe space for exploration and growth, we'll work on exploring patterns in relationships, problem-solving to facilitate positive change, and promoting self-discovery.
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I have experience in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorders, social phobia, developmental disorders, learning disorders, ADD, and academic underachievement.
In my psychotherapy work I utilize a mind body integrative approach combined with a traditional academic training in Clinical Social Work, Systemic Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I received my MSSW from Columbia University School of Social Work and completed a clinical internship in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit of Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York. I have been a psychotherapist in private practice since 1998. I believe that the best thing that I can offer to my clients is the hope and belief that their problems can be solved and the techniques to do it.
I have experience in the assessment and treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorders, social phobia, developmental disorders, learning disorders, ADD, and academic underachievement.
In my psychotherapy work I utilize a mind body integrative approach combined with a traditional academic training in Clinical Social Work, Systemic Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I received my MSSW from Columbia University School of Social Work and completed a clinical internship in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit of Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in New York. I have been a psychotherapist in private practice since 1998. I believe that the best thing that I can offer to my clients is the hope and belief that their problems can be solved and the techniques to do it.
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Our testing services include: Neurodevelopmental (Learning Disability, ADHD, Autism Spectrum), Neuropsychological screenings, IQ, Giftedness, Executive Function, Diagnostic, processing, and standardized test accommodation evaluations (i.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, specializing with children, adolescents, and young adults. Specifically, I focus on helping children, adolescents, and young adults presenting with anxiety, school related stress, depression, ADHD, peer & relationship difficulty, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, behavior problems, and school challenges (i.e. school refusal/avoidance, poor executive skills, organizational difficulties, homework inconsistency, etc.). I address these challenges using cognitive-behavioral approaches that have clear scientific support for their effectiveness.
Our testing services include: Neurodevelopmental (Learning Disability, ADHD, Autism Spectrum), Neuropsychological screenings, IQ, Giftedness, Executive Function, Diagnostic, processing, and standardized test accommodation evaluations (i.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, specializing with children, adolescents, and young adults. Specifically, I focus on helping children, adolescents, and young adults presenting with anxiety, school related stress, depression, ADHD, peer & relationship difficulty, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, behavior problems, and school challenges (i.e. school refusal/avoidance, poor executive skills, organizational difficulties, homework inconsistency, etc.). I address these challenges using cognitive-behavioral approaches that have clear scientific support for their effectiveness.
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Angela Konin
Licensed Social Worker, MA, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
Waitlist for new clients
Self acceptance and understanding are key to learning to love ourselves unconditionally, which I believe is one of the most powerful ways to untether and untangle from systems that benefit from our disconnection and disempowerment.
Offering down-to-earth, trauma-informed, affirming therapy services for children through adults in person and via telehealth, I help clients feel seen and appreciated for their authentic selves. As we work together to understand current issues, uncover root causes, and explore possible solutions, client dignity and autonomy are centered. With connection, sensitivity, and curiosity, I utilize a combination of approaches including Internal Family Systems, somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness and self compassion, art, play, and more, to help clients gain insight and make positive changes.
Self acceptance and understanding are key to learning to love ourselves unconditionally, which I believe is one of the most powerful ways to untether and untangle from systems that benefit from our disconnection and disempowerment.
Offering down-to-earth, trauma-informed, affirming therapy services for children through adults in person and via telehealth, I help clients feel seen and appreciated for their authentic selves. As we work together to understand current issues, uncover root causes, and explore possible solutions, client dignity and autonomy are centered. With connection, sensitivity, and curiosity, I utilize a combination of approaches including Internal Family Systems, somatic psychotherapy, mindfulness and self compassion, art, play, and more, to help clients gain insight and make positive changes.
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My postdoctoral training in neuropsychology enables me to provide ADHD, learning disability, dementia and neuropsychological evaluations.
Are you struggling with issues that interfere with your ability to enjoy life? I have over 30 years experience treating depression, anxiety, and reactions to life difficulties and offer a comfortable,caring, confidential environment that fosters insight, growth, and change in the shortest time possible. My approach is a collateral one in which we work together to uncover and resolve problematic issues. People find me to be a down to earth professional with a genuine understanding of their needs .
My postdoctoral training in neuropsychology enables me to provide ADHD, learning disability, dementia and neuropsychological evaluations.
Are you struggling with issues that interfere with your ability to enjoy life? I have over 30 years experience treating depression, anxiety, and reactions to life difficulties and offer a comfortable,caring, confidential environment that fosters insight, growth, and change in the shortest time possible. My approach is a collateral one in which we work together to uncover and resolve problematic issues. People find me to be a down to earth professional with a genuine understanding of their needs .
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Benjamin A Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Teaneck, NJ 07666
I have been trained at the AANE Neurodiverse Couples Institue, and I am a social ambassador for the NVLD Project who is very aware of the impact of learning differences.
Do you identify as neurodiverse or neurodivergent and feel misunderstood in your relationships, social, and professional life? I understand the emotional impact of what you're going through on a daily basis. As a bi-lingual coach and psychotherapist, I provide you with concrete strategies for communicating with your partner and achieving professional and social success! I offer a 15-minute phone consultation to see if we are a good fit.
I have been trained at the AANE Neurodiverse Couples Institue, and I am a social ambassador for the NVLD Project who is very aware of the impact of learning differences.
Do you identify as neurodiverse or neurodivergent and feel misunderstood in your relationships, social, and professional life? I understand the emotional impact of what you're going through on a daily basis. As a bi-lingual coach and psychotherapist, I provide you with concrete strategies for communicating with your partner and achieving professional and social success! I offer a 15-minute phone consultation to see if we are a good fit.
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I take a holistic approach, learning about you in all of your environments and understanding their impact.
Taking the step to reach out to a therapist takes courage, so I appreciate your willingness and desire to start therapy, increase support, and make healthy changes in your life. My primary goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you. We will navigate your journey together in that space, starting where you are now and collaborating on future goals. Utilizing a person-centered approach, you’ll begin to unlock skills you have within, develop new ones, and strengthen your overall coping strategies and mental health.
I take a holistic approach, learning about you in all of your environments and understanding their impact.
Taking the step to reach out to a therapist takes courage, so I appreciate your willingness and desire to start therapy, increase support, and make healthy changes in your life. My primary goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for you. We will navigate your journey together in that space, starting where you are now and collaborating on future goals. Utilizing a person-centered approach, you’ll begin to unlock skills you have within, develop new ones, and strengthen your overall coping strategies and mental health.
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My desire to and appreciation of helping children and families led me to join forces with other like-minded professionals to create the ParentTrain. With several licensed therapists available, we can usually find the unique fit for your family's needs. Our staff includes: behaviorists, clinicians, and learning consultants as well as therapists that specialize in adoption and foster care issues. Whether you need assistance with behavioral issues at home or school or just need some tools for your parenting toolbox, we can help. We even can provide services in your own home!
My desire to and appreciation of helping children and families led me to join forces with other like-minded professionals to create the ParentTrain. With several licensed therapists available, we can usually find the unique fit for your family's needs. Our staff includes: behaviorists, clinicians, and learning consultants as well as therapists that specialize in adoption and foster care issues. Whether you need assistance with behavioral issues at home or school or just need some tools for your parenting toolbox, we can help. We even can provide services in your own home!
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I am a DIR/Floortime based therapist working with families with ASD and related sensory-affect and social-pragmatic language/communication challenges. At each stage I help you to begin to understand and cultivate your child's core Functional Emotional Developmental capacities. This includes learning to join in and attribute purpose and meaning to how your child is navigating his world; engaging your child in complex back and forth social-emotional-problem solving interactions with gestures and words; symbolic/pretend play sequences, peer relationships and full social-pragmatic language/communication. 65 Minute sessions in your home.
I am a DIR/Floortime based therapist working with families with ASD and related sensory-affect and social-pragmatic language/communication challenges. At each stage I help you to begin to understand and cultivate your child's core Functional Emotional Developmental capacities. This includes learning to join in and attribute purpose and meaning to how your child is navigating his world; engaging your child in complex back and forth social-emotional-problem solving interactions with gestures and words; symbolic/pretend play sequences, peer relationships and full social-pragmatic language/communication. 65 Minute sessions in your home.
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Education and Learning Disabilities Therapists
How effective is treatment for learning disabilities?
When initiated early and tailored to a child’s specific needs, learning disability treatment can be quite effective at helping a child cope with their disability, though its exact efficacy may depend on the severity of symptoms and whether comorbid disorders exist. Less is known about treatment initiated in adulthood, but it is certainly possible that an adult with a learning disability will see some improvement—or at the very least, identify workarounds and accommodations that could make symptoms less burdensome in day-to-day life.
When should someone seek treatment for learning disabilities?
It’s best to seek treatment as early as possible. Because learning disabilities often go unnoticed until a child starts school, or even until they’re a few years along, regular check-ins with teachers and doctors can help parents determine whether children are meeting milestones and keeping up with peers or whether an evaluation for learning disabilities may be warranted. And although earlier is always better, it’s never too late to be evaluated for learning disabilities and to seek treatment.
What happens if learning disabilities are left untreated?
Undiagnosed and untreated learning disabilities can be a source of significant frustration and shame for a child, who may feel that their challenges stem from a lack of intelligence or willpower. Such feelings can trigger low self-esteem, depression, or anxiety, which may push a child toward risky behaviors, including substance use. In adulthood, untreated learning disabilities can interfere with career success, and lingering feelings of self-doubt and shame can negatively affect someone’s mental health.
Are there medications for learning disabilities?
Currently, there are no medications designed to treat specific learning disabilities such as dysgraphia or dyscalculia. However, someone with a learning disability may be prescribed medication for a comorbid condition, such as anxiety, depression, or ADHD, which may have positive downstream effects on their learning disability; for example, a child with both ADHD and dyslexia may find that they’re better able to focus on their reading exercises after being prescribed a stimulant medication.