Anxiety Therapists in Franklin Park, NJ
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Knou Xiong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin Park, NJ 08823 (Online Only)
If you're in a place that is leaving you feeling unsure, anxious or unhappy in any way, I'd love to walk alongside you to help you navigate it all.
Hello, my name is Knou, pronounced New. I'm a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience working with children, families, parents and adults in various settings such as non-profits, schools, hospitals and outpatient settings.
If you're in a place that is leaving you feeling unsure, anxious or unhappy in any way, I'd love to walk alongside you to help you navigate it all.
Hello, my name is Knou, pronounced New. I'm a licensed clinical social worker with years of experience working with children, families, parents and adults in various settings such as non-profits, schools, hospitals and outpatient settings.
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Awakened Path Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
Are you feeling dissatisfied with life and craving more; something deeper? Experiencing constant worry and mood changes? Overwhelmed and tired of feeling stuck in the humdrum routine but do not know where to start? Looking to explore the power of the mind-body connection in alleviating stress and creating a more meaningful life? Maybe a loss or life change has been challenging to navigate? Has there been a pattern of discord in relationships with your family or others? Motivated to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and make changes?
Are you feeling dissatisfied with life and craving more; something deeper? Experiencing constant worry and mood changes? Overwhelmed and tired of feeling stuck in the humdrum routine but do not know where to start? Looking to explore the power of the mind-body connection in alleviating stress and creating a more meaningful life? Maybe a loss or life change has been challenging to navigate? Has there been a pattern of discord in relationships with your family or others? Motivated to gain a deeper understanding of yourself and make changes?
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Kadesha Adelakun
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
I specialize in family therapy, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, race, ethnicity, and cultural identity issues, working with children and adolescents with behavioral challenges, and parenting.
Are you struggling with sadness, motherhood stress, anger, relationships, or family? Are you feeling emotionally drained? Or maybe your child is having behavioral challenges, racial identity issues, or a hard time adjusting to a relocation, divorce or separation, or other change(s) in their life? I help rebuild and reunify individuals and families by teaching coping skills and better communication skills to children ages 3-18, adults, and families. I use different therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of my clients and achieve results. I help children and adults learn how to understand, control, and share their emotions appropriately, and make better choices.
I specialize in family therapy, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, race, ethnicity, and cultural identity issues, working with children and adolescents with behavioral challenges, and parenting.
Are you struggling with sadness, motherhood stress, anger, relationships, or family? Are you feeling emotionally drained? Or maybe your child is having behavioral challenges, racial identity issues, or a hard time adjusting to a relocation, divorce or separation, or other change(s) in their life? I help rebuild and reunify individuals and families by teaching coping skills and better communication skills to children ages 3-18, adults, and families. I use different therapeutic interventions to meet the needs of my clients and achieve results. I help children and adults learn how to understand, control, and share their emotions appropriately, and make better choices.
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Franklin Park, NJ 08823
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
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Counseling and coaching is not a job but a deliberate career choice. For over ten years, my focus has been to provide relationship, stress management, and supportive guidance counseling to aid individuals in achieving their fullest potential and living their best life. There is no greater achievement when you can achieve your goals and have a balanced and happy life. Through self-guidance and direction, you can learn to manage stress and life challenges, improve your health and relationships, and gain greater peace of mind.
Counseling and coaching is not a job but a deliberate career choice. For over ten years, my focus has been to provide relationship, stress management, and supportive guidance counseling to aid individuals in achieving their fullest potential and living their best life. There is no greater achievement when you can achieve your goals and have a balanced and happy life. Through self-guidance and direction, you can learn to manage stress and life challenges, improve your health and relationships, and gain greater peace of mind.
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Chrystie L. Obie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Franklin Park, NJ 08823 (Online Only)
Life...it is filled with ups and downs, joys and pains, satisfaction and disappointments. Sometimes life can shift out of balance and we may notice feeling “off," or lose sight of our purpose and meaning. Whether dealing with everyday stressors or significant life transitions, we may feel frustrated and overwhelmed.
Life...it is filled with ups and downs, joys and pains, satisfaction and disappointments. Sometimes life can shift out of balance and we may notice feeling “off," or lose sight of our purpose and meaning. Whether dealing with everyday stressors or significant life transitions, we may feel frustrated and overwhelmed.
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I work primarily with adults and specialize in anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (including complex or developmental PTSD) as well as depression, relationship issues, performance enhancement and work stress. Please don't hesitate to call me if you have questions. You will find additional information on my website at www.drlaurakogan.com.
I work primarily with adults and specialize in anxiety disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (including complex or developmental PTSD) as well as depression, relationship issues, performance enhancement and work stress. Please don't hesitate to call me if you have questions. You will find additional information on my website at www.drlaurakogan.com.
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Sharon Smith Kemper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
Hello there! I am licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey. I received my master of social work degree from Rutgers. I have been helping individuals navigate through stress, depression, grief, anxiety, and trauma to come out the other side stronger, healthier, and more resilient.
Hello there! I am licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey. I received my master of social work degree from Rutgers. I have been helping individuals navigate through stress, depression, grief, anxiety, and trauma to come out the other side stronger, healthier, and more resilient.
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Manali Deolalkar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Brunswick, NJ 08902 (Online Only)
Are you someone who is looking to get a deeper understanding into your thoughts, emotions and overall mental health well-being? I have a few years of experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship/dating issues, life transitions and sex-related issues. I work with BIPOC adults, South Asian immigrants, couples, college students, immigrants, tech workers, LGBTQ+ folks, other therapists, and first timers in therapy. I take into account your life experiences, cultural background and your goals, to be able to tailor therapy that meets your need.
Are you someone who is looking to get a deeper understanding into your thoughts, emotions and overall mental health well-being? I have a few years of experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, self harm, relationship/dating issues, life transitions and sex-related issues. I work with BIPOC adults, South Asian immigrants, couples, college students, immigrants, tech workers, LGBTQ+ folks, other therapists, and first timers in therapy. I take into account your life experiences, cultural background and your goals, to be able to tailor therapy that meets your need.
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Kate Bachus Ware
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kendall Park, NJ 08824
In my practice, I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and problems associated with stress, relationships, life transitions, grief, and loss.
I have always liked the metaphor that therapy is like riding in the car with someone. You are the one behind the wheel, deciding where and how fast we go and I am the one with the map helping you to get there. I believe in forming collaborative relationships with the people I work with. I strive to help you understand yourself better so that you can make meaningful change in your life. My goal is to help you form strategies and ways of thinking that can be translated from the therapy room to every day life - to work, school. relationships, and within yourself.
In my practice, I work with a variety of issues including anxiety, OCD, depression, ADHD, and problems associated with stress, relationships, life transitions, grief, and loss.
I have always liked the metaphor that therapy is like riding in the car with someone. You are the one behind the wheel, deciding where and how fast we go and I am the one with the map helping you to get there. I believe in forming collaborative relationships with the people I work with. I strive to help you understand yourself better so that you can make meaningful change in your life. My goal is to help you form strategies and ways of thinking that can be translated from the therapy room to every day life - to work, school. relationships, and within yourself.
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Tierra Hall-Edward
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
North Brunswick, NJ 08902 (Online Only)
I have found reward in helping others experience their truest expression of self, and I have found that the use of the word "should" creates pressure in the innerworkings of our life. Most of my experience comes from higher education in which I've had the privilege of working with young and middle age adults experiencing major life transitions, challenges in identity, anxiety, depression, and the daily struggles of stress management. Empathy is the propelling force for my work as a therapist. Individuals will walk away with tools for daily practice and gradual empowerment for lasting and lifelong change.
I have found reward in helping others experience their truest expression of self, and I have found that the use of the word "should" creates pressure in the innerworkings of our life. Most of my experience comes from higher education in which I've had the privilege of working with young and middle age adults experiencing major life transitions, challenges in identity, anxiety, depression, and the daily struggles of stress management. Empathy is the propelling force for my work as a therapist. Individuals will walk away with tools for daily practice and gradual empowerment for lasting and lifelong change.
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Dr. Tina Onikoyi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
North Brunswick, NJ 08902 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with high-achieving Women of Color professionals who may be experiencing imposter syndrome and/or high-functioning anxiety.
As the Founder and Clinical Director of Wellness Meets World and Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of clinical expertise healing hearts and transforming minds, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals experiencing various degrees of challenges. Are you having difficulty managing life's stressors or uncertain about how to effectively regulate your emotions? Are you seeking advancement in your career and want to remove mental blocks from your path? Have you tried seeking therapy in the past and felt that they just didn't get you? Look no further! It would be my honor to join you on your wellness journey!
I specialize in working with high-achieving Women of Color professionals who may be experiencing imposter syndrome and/or high-functioning anxiety.
As the Founder and Clinical Director of Wellness Meets World and Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of clinical expertise healing hearts and transforming minds, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals experiencing various degrees of challenges. Are you having difficulty managing life's stressors or uncertain about how to effectively regulate your emotions? Are you seeking advancement in your career and want to remove mental blocks from your path? Have you tried seeking therapy in the past and felt that they just didn't get you? Look no further! It would be my honor to join you on your wellness journey!
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Randy Robert Radd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kendall Park, NJ 08824
Each individual has the ability to make healthy changes to address areas they find of concern. Dealing with these life challenges on your own can be very difficult. Fortunately, counseling can help. My specialties include but are not limited to, depression, addiction, anxiety, codependency, and anger management. I have much experience with the gay and lesbian population. I work from a client centered, eclectic and humanistic model to address your individual needs. We will collaborate and develop a treatment approach that will best address your needs.
Each individual has the ability to make healthy changes to address areas they find of concern. Dealing with these life challenges on your own can be very difficult. Fortunately, counseling can help. My specialties include but are not limited to, depression, addiction, anxiety, codependency, and anger management. I have much experience with the gay and lesbian population. I work from a client centered, eclectic and humanistic model to address your individual needs. We will collaborate and develop a treatment approach that will best address your needs.
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Psychotherapy; Addiction; Psychological Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, LPC, CRS, FAPA
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
Practices that include modalities with Eclectic theoretical orientation. Counseling everyone regardless of background purely on presenting health issues. Using integrative approach to whole person restoration of functioning. Mindfulness, Cognitive,Logotherapy, Motivational Interviewing. Transfigurative Hypnotherapy is strictly for pain management, sleep disorder, anxiety and relaxation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We proudly embrace the ethical values of the APA, AACC, ACA and NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) that respectively advice counselor to practice within their competencies (training).
Practices that include modalities with Eclectic theoretical orientation. Counseling everyone regardless of background purely on presenting health issues. Using integrative approach to whole person restoration of functioning. Mindfulness, Cognitive,Logotherapy, Motivational Interviewing. Transfigurative Hypnotherapy is strictly for pain management, sleep disorder, anxiety and relaxation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We proudly embrace the ethical values of the APA, AACC, ACA and NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) that respectively advice counselor to practice within their competencies (training).
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I provide short- and long-term therapy to address concerns such as mood D/Os, anxiety, trauma, relational concerns, issues with self.
The world can be a beautiful and wondrous place that offers adventure and exciting challenges, but is also often difficult and filled with losses, struggles, and traumas. I believe that each of us has the capacity to heal, grow, and thrive. You may be feeling turned around and stuck, perhaps as a result of chronic stress, difficult relationships, loss, oppression, and traumatic events. OR you may be doing well and looking to deepen your connections to self and others. Wherever you are in your journey, I am dedicated to providing you with a safe space, keen clinical judgment, and compassionate honesty to help you achieve your goals.
I provide short- and long-term therapy to address concerns such as mood D/Os, anxiety, trauma, relational concerns, issues with self.
The world can be a beautiful and wondrous place that offers adventure and exciting challenges, but is also often difficult and filled with losses, struggles, and traumas. I believe that each of us has the capacity to heal, grow, and thrive. You may be feeling turned around and stuck, perhaps as a result of chronic stress, difficult relationships, loss, oppression, and traumatic events. OR you may be doing well and looking to deepen your connections to self and others. Wherever you are in your journey, I am dedicated to providing you with a safe space, keen clinical judgment, and compassionate honesty to help you achieve your goals.
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Lisa Sanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kendall Park, NJ 08824 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am also very experienced in addressing issues including depression, anxiety, family discord and adolescent specific issues, such as stress related to academic underachievement and social/peer conflict.
I created Balancing Life Counseling Center out of a desire to provide support and restoration of balance to the lives of children, adolescents, adults and families experiencing psychological distress.
I am also very experienced in addressing issues including depression, anxiety, family discord and adolescent specific issues, such as stress related to academic underachievement and social/peer conflict.
I created Balancing Life Counseling Center out of a desire to provide support and restoration of balance to the lives of children, adolescents, adults and families experiencing psychological distress.
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I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, parenting concerns, postpartum depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and coping with learning disabilities.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate difficult times in their family and personal lives. In addition to working with adults struggling with a variety of issues, I have particular expertise in treating women of all ages. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is focused on helping you best understand yourself including your past, your current struggles and your hopes for your future. In therapy with me, you'll explore your whole self; logistically, psychologically, and spiritually.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, parenting concerns, postpartum depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and coping with learning disabilities.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate difficult times in their family and personal lives. In addition to working with adults struggling with a variety of issues, I have particular expertise in treating women of all ages. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is focused on helping you best understand yourself including your past, your current struggles and your hopes for your future. In therapy with me, you'll explore your whole self; logistically, psychologically, and spiritually.
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At Princeton Family Institute we provide psychotherapy to families, couples and individuals from a culturally sensitive collaborative family systems perspective. I work with a range of problems:depression, anxiety, school refusal, child behavior problems, arrested emotional independence, substance abuse recovery, anorexia, and family and couples' conflict. In child-focused issues, I believe children should not alone bear the burden of change. I enlist family members as a resource in problem-solving. Parents and I work as a team to help their children. I welcome individuals, couples, and families whose problems have not been successfully addressed through other therapeutic approaches.
At Princeton Family Institute we provide psychotherapy to families, couples and individuals from a culturally sensitive collaborative family systems perspective. I work with a range of problems:depression, anxiety, school refusal, child behavior problems, arrested emotional independence, substance abuse recovery, anorexia, and family and couples' conflict. In child-focused issues, I believe children should not alone bear the burden of change. I enlist family members as a resource in problem-solving. Parents and I work as a team to help their children. I welcome individuals, couples, and families whose problems have not been successfully addressed through other therapeutic approaches.
![Photo of Surbhi Alaigh Vyas, MA, LPC , NCC, ACS, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bcbf719e-1510-4c1d-8a62-c753ff7fd88e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Surbhi Alaigh Vyas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC , NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
I work best with South Asian clients who are ages 12 & up and are struggling with being motivated in school, at home or amongst their peers or in their relationship. Client often gets into a power struggle with their parent/guardian, teachers or significant other and the root cause can be anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem and/or trauma. Clients who experience such concerns often have a tough time putting their emotions into words and feel overwhelmed by the daily tasks that are being demanded from them. Clients will begin to learn how and why they communicate the way they do to become a better version of themselves.
I work best with South Asian clients who are ages 12 & up and are struggling with being motivated in school, at home or amongst their peers or in their relationship. Client often gets into a power struggle with their parent/guardian, teachers or significant other and the root cause can be anxiety, depression, anger, self-esteem and/or trauma. Clients who experience such concerns often have a tough time putting their emotions into words and feel overwhelmed by the daily tasks that are being demanded from them. Clients will begin to learn how and why they communicate the way they do to become a better version of themselves.
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Certificate in mindfulness interventions (2017) with children/teens, Anxiety certification training (2023), Relaxation, creative arts, and CBT techniques.
Licensed NJ Psychologist, child and adolescent psychologist, young adults. Current Availability, virtual & in person. Counseling and testing. Support for anxiety, depression, attention deficits, cognitive and learning disabilities. Mindfulness for better focus, relaxation, memory, as well as CBT. Caring mental health professional and consultant. Afternoons, nights and weekends available through virtual or in office, easy location off route 27 South Brunswick/Kingston/Princeton near Middlesex/Mercer counties. Call or email for a quick appointment. Looking forward to hearing from you, be well!
Certificate in mindfulness interventions (2017) with children/teens, Anxiety certification training (2023), Relaxation, creative arts, and CBT techniques.
Licensed NJ Psychologist, child and adolescent psychologist, young adults. Current Availability, virtual & in person. Counseling and testing. Support for anxiety, depression, attention deficits, cognitive and learning disabilities. Mindfulness for better focus, relaxation, memory, as well as CBT. Caring mental health professional and consultant. Afternoons, nights and weekends available through virtual or in office, easy location off route 27 South Brunswick/Kingston/Princeton near Middlesex/Mercer counties. Call or email for a quick appointment. Looking forward to hearing from you, be well!
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.