Anxiety Therapists in Highland Park, NJ
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of youth, adolescents, and adults with severe emotional dsyregulation, self-injuring behaviors, suicidal ideation, Tourette syndrome, the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, trichotillomania (hairpulling), ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal/avoidance, and PTSD.
As a psychologist with expertise in CBT and DBT, I care deeply about providing the very best treatment to my clients. My therapy approach utilizes research-supported techniques to treat clients according to their individualized needs, making sure to collaborate with parents, school personnel, and medical providers. I support my clients by providing them with straightforward feedback and a clear plan, and by helping them develop skills to improve their lives.
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of youth, adolescents, and adults with severe emotional dsyregulation, self-injuring behaviors, suicidal ideation, Tourette syndrome, the range of anxiety disorders, OCD, trichotillomania (hairpulling), ADHD and disruptive behavior, school refusal/avoidance, and PTSD.
As a psychologist with expertise in CBT and DBT, I care deeply about providing the very best treatment to my clients. My therapy approach utilizes research-supported techniques to treat clients according to their individualized needs, making sure to collaborate with parents, school personnel, and medical providers. I support my clients by providing them with straightforward feedback and a clear plan, and by helping them develop skills to improve their lives.
New clients often ask, "how will talking to you about my problems help me?" All of us on this web site would probably agree that working with a caring and interested therapist can have positive, even dramatic, results - - whether that means the relief of depression and anxiety, feeling better and happier in your intimate relationships, dealing with loss, or generally liking yourself better.
What is the first meeting like? I want to hear about your immediate concerns, to get to know something of your life story, and to see how we might work together to achieve your goals.
New clients often ask, "how will talking to you about my problems help me?" All of us on this web site would probably agree that working with a caring and interested therapist can have positive, even dramatic, results - - whether that means the relief of depression and anxiety, feeling better and happier in your intimate relationships, dealing with loss, or generally liking yourself better.
What is the first meeting like? I want to hear about your immediate concerns, to get to know something of your life story, and to see how we might work together to achieve your goals.
Here are some thoughts about two of my specialties, individual therapy and couple therapy:
Individual Therapy: In the therapeutic relationship, you feel free to begin to discuss your hopes and fears in a safe environment. As the process develops, you and the therapist discover themes in your life. This leads to an exploration of repetitive patterns of behavior as well as of their associated thoughts and feelings. The goal of this journey is to gain a sense of mastery and self-esteem.
Here are some thoughts about two of my specialties, individual therapy and couple therapy:
Individual Therapy: In the therapeutic relationship, you feel free to begin to discuss your hopes and fears in a safe environment. As the process develops, you and the therapist discover themes in your life. This leads to an exploration of repetitive patterns of behavior as well as of their associated thoughts and feelings. The goal of this journey is to gain a sense of mastery and self-esteem.
Asmaa Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
You may find yourself ruminating on the past, fixating on the future, succumbing to anxiety and depression, struggling to fortify healthy relationships. You may find yourself internalizing complex traumatic experiences or still coming to terms with who you are and how you see yourself in this world. Regardless of the issue at hand, I’m here to help.
You may find yourself ruminating on the past, fixating on the future, succumbing to anxiety and depression, struggling to fortify healthy relationships. You may find yourself internalizing complex traumatic experiences or still coming to terms with who you are and how you see yourself in this world. Regardless of the issue at hand, I’m here to help.
Janet Chiorello-Ellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904
Children with anxiety and other problems can look forward to both play and talk therapies.
I'am a clinician with more than 20 years of experience assisting children and adults with many of life's challenges. I look forward to providing a safe, gentle and genuine place for you to address your anxiety, depression and interpersonal issues. You will identify ways to solve the problems you face and develop the motivation and energy you need to reach your goals in every area of your life.
Children with anxiety and other problems can look forward to both play and talk therapies.
I'am a clinician with more than 20 years of experience assisting children and adults with many of life's challenges. I look forward to providing a safe, gentle and genuine place for you to address your anxiety, depression and interpersonal issues. You will identify ways to solve the problems you face and develop the motivation and energy you need to reach your goals in every area of your life.
J. Rametta, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904
It is successfull in treating depression, addictions, anger management, interpersonal relationships and anxiety.
In my 30 years of treating people with emotional problems, I have worked in-patient, in extended out-patient settings, early recovery from substance abuse. With trauma victims, soldiers returning from Iraq at Fort Dix and also spiritual and Christian counseling. All people with various challenges are welcome. I am also Licensed as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the State of NJ and work with people who have physical challenges. Anger management is a speciality as is addictions counseling. sexual orientation is not a barrier to receiving treatment.
It is successfull in treating depression, addictions, anger management, interpersonal relationships and anxiety.
In my 30 years of treating people with emotional problems, I have worked in-patient, in extended out-patient settings, early recovery from substance abuse. With trauma victims, soldiers returning from Iraq at Fort Dix and also spiritual and Christian counseling. All people with various challenges are welcome. I am also Licensed as a Rehabilitation Counselor by the State of NJ and work with people who have physical challenges. Anger management is a speciality as is addictions counseling. sexual orientation is not a barrier to receiving treatment.
David Patrick Munck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC-I, ICGC-C
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
These problems include, substance abuse, anxiety, depression as well as emotional and developmental problems related to economic and relationship hardship.
C.G. Jung stated, "In many cases in therapy the patient who has come to us has a story that is not told, and which as a rule no one knows of. To my mind, therapy only really begins after the investigation of that wholly personal story. It is the patient's secret, the rock against which s/he is shattered." My practice involves creating a client/therapist relationship and environment where this wholly personal story can be explored and brought to consciousness. I work to create a safe, accepting, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space that will bring wholeness and meaning to the suffering that every human experiences.
These problems include, substance abuse, anxiety, depression as well as emotional and developmental problems related to economic and relationship hardship.
C.G. Jung stated, "In many cases in therapy the patient who has come to us has a story that is not told, and which as a rule no one knows of. To my mind, therapy only really begins after the investigation of that wholly personal story. It is the patient's secret, the rock against which s/he is shattered." My practice involves creating a client/therapist relationship and environment where this wholly personal story can be explored and brought to consciousness. I work to create a safe, accepting, nonjudgmental, and collaborative space that will bring wholeness and meaning to the suffering that every human experiences.
Dr. Siddhi Patel
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
My specialties include anxiety & mood disorders, OCD, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, identity and cultural issues, generational trauma, PTSD & BPD.
Welcome! I am the founder of Meraki Psychology Center (MPC). Whether you’re looking to start therapy for the first time or try something new, I am here to help you rewrite your story and work towards the life you want. At MPC, we strive to embody our name in the services we provide. Everything we do is with 'meraki' or passion. We hope to instill this passion in each of you. We provide individual, parenting & family therapy for adolescents & adults. Each of your identities influence who you are & our treatments are adapted to fit your individualized needs.
My specialties include anxiety & mood disorders, OCD, relationship difficulties, eating disorders, identity and cultural issues, generational trauma, PTSD & BPD.
Welcome! I am the founder of Meraki Psychology Center (MPC). Whether you’re looking to start therapy for the first time or try something new, I am here to help you rewrite your story and work towards the life you want. At MPC, we strive to embody our name in the services we provide. Everything we do is with 'meraki' or passion. We hope to instill this passion in each of you. We provide individual, parenting & family therapy for adolescents & adults. Each of your identities influence who you are & our treatments are adapted to fit your individualized needs.
Lora Kimball
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems or issues related to substance use? Maybe you have suffered a loss or been through a traumatic experience and are feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck, or just numb? You are not alone. Everybody needs help sometimes to cope in a healthy and skillful way with life’s challenges and changes. If you want to feel better, learn more about yourself, and identify patterns of behavior & thinking that no longer serve you well, therapy may help. Tap into your innate strengths, find new meaning in your experiences, or simply get some extra support and perspective.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems or issues related to substance use? Maybe you have suffered a loss or been through a traumatic experience and are feeling overwhelmed by your emotions, stuck, or just numb? You are not alone. Everybody needs help sometimes to cope in a healthy and skillful way with life’s challenges and changes. If you want to feel better, learn more about yourself, and identify patterns of behavior & thinking that no longer serve you well, therapy may help. Tap into your innate strengths, find new meaning in your experiences, or simply get some extra support and perspective.
Carolyn Chadwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
I value creating collaborative and supportive spaces, meeting clients where they are and taking steps towards where they want to be. I believe effective therapy can help clients feel at home again, particularly when experiencing anxiety and depression where one’s mind doesn't always feel like a safe place.
I value creating collaborative and supportive spaces, meeting clients where they are and taking steps towards where they want to be. I believe effective therapy can help clients feel at home again, particularly when experiencing anxiety and depression where one’s mind doesn't always feel like a safe place.
Judith Cohen Oshinsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, DCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904
Are your emotions interfering with your job, school or your social life? Do you feel anxious or depressed too much of the time? Are you unhappy with the way or look or feel? Do your concerns about food and eating interfere with your life? If so, then I can help. I will help you by exploring your troubling symptoms, finding the root of your problems and helping you find strategies for relief. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, eating disorders, trauma, parenting issues, bereavement and issues relating to life transitions.
Are your emotions interfering with your job, school or your social life? Do you feel anxious or depressed too much of the time? Are you unhappy with the way or look or feel? Do your concerns about food and eating interfere with your life? If so, then I can help. I will help you by exploring your troubling symptoms, finding the root of your problems and helping you find strategies for relief. I work with adolescents, adults and couples to treat anxiety, depression, relationship issues, eating disorders, trauma, parenting issues, bereavement and issues relating to life transitions.
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I also help people anxious about the pandemic and getting vaccinated.
People seek my help because of a troubled relationship or feelings of anxiety or depression caused by some important life disappointment. They are often internally conflicted about how to deal with their distress and seek understanding and guidance from a supportive professional. For men the focus is often on helping them become more emotionally self-aware and attentive to their partners; for women it often means helping them find ways to be more assertive and clear about their needs.
I also help people anxious about the pandemic and getting vaccinated.
People seek my help because of a troubled relationship or feelings of anxiety or depression caused by some important life disappointment. They are often internally conflicted about how to deal with their distress and seek understanding and guidance from a supportive professional. For men the focus is often on helping them become more emotionally self-aware and attentive to their partners; for women it often means helping them find ways to be more assertive and clear about their needs.
Leah Felder- Felder Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, navigating parenthood, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
We all tell stories to and about ourselves. The stories we tell can empower us, and sometimes we find that our stories do not serve us. At its core, therapy is a safe space for you to tell your story. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I value the story each person has to tell. My compassionate and non-judgmental approach allows me to collaborate with you, to understand your experiences and where you may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I will support you in the process of gaining insight, in order to facilitate meaningful change. I strive to build a strong bond with my clients, to help you feel more at ease within yourself.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, navigating parenthood, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
We all tell stories to and about ourselves. The stories we tell can empower us, and sometimes we find that our stories do not serve us. At its core, therapy is a safe space for you to tell your story. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I value the story each person has to tell. My compassionate and non-judgmental approach allows me to collaborate with you, to understand your experiences and where you may be feeling overwhelmed or stuck. I will support you in the process of gaining insight, in order to facilitate meaningful change. I strive to build a strong bond with my clients, to help you feel more at ease within yourself.
Melissa Kopel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904
I specialize in working with adults and young adults struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, and challenges in life transitions and relationships.
Creating a space for my clients to feel safe, seen, and heard is essential to my practice. Therapy can feel scary and vulnerable, and my goal is to give my clients the opportunity to share their experiences without fear of judgment or shame. I believe that collaboration and open communication are essential in therapy, and I work with my clients to develop strategies that best suit their individual needs. I understand that each client's path is unique, and I tailor my approach accordingly, drawing from various therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and mindfulness techniques.
I specialize in working with adults and young adults struggling with anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, and challenges in life transitions and relationships.
Creating a space for my clients to feel safe, seen, and heard is essential to my practice. Therapy can feel scary and vulnerable, and my goal is to give my clients the opportunity to share their experiences without fear of judgment or shame. I believe that collaboration and open communication are essential in therapy, and I work with my clients to develop strategies that best suit their individual needs. I understand that each client's path is unique, and I tailor my approach accordingly, drawing from various therapeutic techniques, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and mindfulness techniques.
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I have been working as a NJ licensed psychologist for more than 15 years. I have a diverse practice in that I see people with a wide variety of presenting problems. These range from fairly common relationship/work/self-esteem issues to more complex problems with anxiety and depression.
Hello and welcome to my profile page. I have been working as a NJ licensed psychologist for more than 15 years. I have a diverse practice in that I see people with a wide variety of presenting problems. These range from fairly common relationship/work/self-esteem issues to more complex problems with anxiety and depression.
Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904
This is a deeper process of understanding what is difficult in dealing with feelings like depression, anxiety, loneliness, anger.
If painful experiences were met with confusing or anxious responses from others or described in manners that did not respond to emotional needs, then a child or individual would likely cope with difficulties by disconnecting from the threatening emotional meanings. We need another at times, or search for a healing process. If you have been struggling with strong feelings or a particular situation, it is time to get help. You can find the way through fears, loss or other struggles. I am here to support you through your struggles, through personal hardships, finding truths or make sense of confusion in your mind or life.
This is a deeper process of understanding what is difficult in dealing with feelings like depression, anxiety, loneliness, anger.
If painful experiences were met with confusing or anxious responses from others or described in manners that did not respond to emotional needs, then a child or individual would likely cope with difficulties by disconnecting from the threatening emotional meanings. We need another at times, or search for a healing process. If you have been struggling with strong feelings or a particular situation, it is time to get help. You can find the way through fears, loss or other struggles. I am here to support you through your struggles, through personal hardships, finding truths or make sense of confusion in your mind or life.
Since 2020, a lot of people are struggling, or walking around with depression or anxiety and they don't even know it.
It's hard to admit needing help sometimes. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or inertia about self-motivated change? If you're struggling with managing anxiety or depression, infertility, adoption issues, trauma, LGBTQ, ADHD, child behavior, mariage, or impulse control I can help. I will "meet you where you are" emotionally, and together we can navigate what you are experiencing. I want to walk with you while you find mental wellness, manage stressors, obtain clarity, and gain the peace of mind that you deserve. There's much healing in being heard, understood, and taking time to process emotions.
Since 2020, a lot of people are struggling, or walking around with depression or anxiety and they don't even know it.
It's hard to admit needing help sometimes. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or inertia about self-motivated change? If you're struggling with managing anxiety or depression, infertility, adoption issues, trauma, LGBTQ, ADHD, child behavior, mariage, or impulse control I can help. I will "meet you where you are" emotionally, and together we can navigate what you are experiencing. I want to walk with you while you find mental wellness, manage stressors, obtain clarity, and gain the peace of mind that you deserve. There's much healing in being heard, understood, and taking time to process emotions.
Institute for Personal Growth — Ketamine Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a cutting-edge treatment in which ketamine is supplemented by therapy to more effectively treat things like depression, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma. Ketamine is a safe, legal, effective medicine used for over 50 years by the medical community for its sedative and euphoric effects, and more recently used therapeutically for its anti-depressive, mood-elevating, and stress-reducing effects, especially when complemented by psychotherapy. The short-term effects can last weeks, while also helping form new synaptic connections in the brain and boost neuroplasticity for long-lasting symptom improvement.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a cutting-edge treatment in which ketamine is supplemented by therapy to more effectively treat things like depression, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma. Ketamine is a safe, legal, effective medicine used for over 50 years by the medical community for its sedative and euphoric effects, and more recently used therapeutically for its anti-depressive, mood-elevating, and stress-reducing effects, especially when complemented by psychotherapy. The short-term effects can last weeks, while also helping form new synaptic connections in the brain and boost neuroplasticity for long-lasting symptom improvement.
Nicole Mednis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
Imagine you had a friend struggling with a problem, wouldn’t you do everything in your power to help them? Now imagine that friend is you. Give yourself the same grace, respect, and attention you would give to a friend in need. Whether you have been struggling with depression throughout the pandemic in silence or are just realizing your persistent anxiety is not getting better with exercise. Therapy can be the solution to heal the past and keep you focused on the present.
Imagine you had a friend struggling with a problem, wouldn’t you do everything in your power to help them? Now imagine that friend is you. Give yourself the same grace, respect, and attention you would give to a friend in need. Whether you have been struggling with depression throughout the pandemic in silence or are just realizing your persistent anxiety is not getting better with exercise. Therapy can be the solution to heal the past and keep you focused on the present.
Cona Biswas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
I believe in the power of consistent support and structure to guide clients on their path to healing and self-discovery. We often battle with our emotions and thoughts, which can make it difficult to focus on what truly excites us. When our minds are constantly racing, staying present can feel overwhelming, let alone diving deeper into ourselves. Clients are encouraged to join this journey, working on emotional processing, managing anxiety, and exploring feelings around dependency and fear of loneliness.
I believe in the power of consistent support and structure to guide clients on their path to healing and self-discovery. We often battle with our emotions and thoughts, which can make it difficult to focus on what truly excites us. When our minds are constantly racing, staying present can feel overwhelming, let alone diving deeper into ourselves. Clients are encouraged to join this journey, working on emotional processing, managing anxiety, and exploring feelings around dependency and fear of loneliness.
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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.