In Person Therapists in Hillsdale, NJ

Major life changes can leave you feeling stuck, confused, lost, alone, disappointed, or unsure what's next for you. Perhaps the excitement of a new relationship, new baby, new job, or new school, may not have met your hopes or expectations. Perhaps you would like to change something, but don't know what to do next. Anxiety in these situations is more common than you think.

Therapy is a process. I see a goal of therapy as helping clients to ease emotional distress. To this end, I incorporate interpersonal therapy and cognitive behavior techniques, as well as mindfulness and other coping strategies, to help clients achieve desired levels of functioning and overall mental health. This is part of your journey, and I will respect the path(s) you choose to take or not. I bring to my practice a wealth of experience and knowledge to my practice, which I readily share with clients.

Parenting is hard, working is stressful, attempting to date during a pandemic is challenging and juggling EVERYTHING is exhausting. You don't have to keep all of these balls in motion alone. I create a professional, working relationship with each of my clients to give them the perspective, space and freedom to deconstruct the hurdles that they are facing, because trying to accomplish that by yourself is nearly impossible. Let's see what IS possible.

Our Art Therapy practice is a special place for children and teens and adults for self discovery, emotional wellness, building self-esteem and expressing feelings. Our NJ team is highly trained in development challenges, self regulation, moods, anger management, bereavement, chronic illness, divorce, PTSD and anxiety. We utilize an eclectic approach to psychotherapy and integrate art therapy for each individual.

When your world has gone dark, I can help you find the light again. You’ve lost a loved one and hoped you’d be feeling better by now, but you’re not. You didn’t expect grief to be this hard. You might be afraid to talk about your loved one out of fear of feeling like a burden, fear of being judged, or worrying about upsetting others who are also grieving. While everyone else in your life may have expectations on how you should be grieving or living your life; I don’t. With me you'll be able to share what troubles you the most about your loss instead of keeping it inside. Together I can help you find a path out of darkness.

Making the decision to enter into therapy is often challenging. Choosing the right therapist to work with can make all the difference along that path . If you are experiencing dissatisfaction in your relationships and/ or in your day to day life albeit work or whatever you are engaged in, I am here to help you along your journey. If you are feeling stuck and unhappy with life choices, together we can work towards problem solving and achieving your goals .

Beginning therapy is a wonderful challenge and opportunity, one that I am committed to partnering in. My work often focuses on helping clients enact change, manage symptoms, cultivate meaning and live authentically. Additionally, my therapeutic stance is open, empathic and collaborative, creating a non-judgmental space to connect in the valued areas of your life. I am committed to considering the multifaceted aspects of your identity, in understanding your lived experience and moving towards your goals.

Hi! My name is Michelle Vallario, LCSW, owner of and sole practitioner at MIND Your Health Psychotherapy, LLC. After many years practicing social work in the acute care setting, followed by several more years providing individual psychotherapy as part of a group practice, I opened my own private practice in March 2018. At MIND Your Health Psychotherapy I used my educational background as a social worker to shape my clinical approach. I consider each patient as a part of his/her environment and tailor treatment to each patient's individual and specific needs.

I help Individuals explore their thoughts and feelings that lead to distorted beliefs, by helping them gain a greater understanding of how negative thoughts can stop them from being their best self. I have expertise working with those affected by trauma, codependency, abuse, anxiety and depression.

Creative Arts Therapy of Rockland is a special place for children and teens in need of therapy. We work with people of all ages, helping them to build confidence, problem-solve, improve communication, and manage behaviors. Our psychotherapists use talk and art therapy to engage clients to work through anxiety, depression, grief, career changes, and peer relationships. There is no skill or talent required for art therapy and expression can come in unique ways.

As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with advanced training in Internal Family Systems, EMDR, and Trauma and Stress Reduction. I provide trauma-informed, general psychotherapy for adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, family, work, and academic problems, and those who wish to resolve traumatic events, sexual abuse, and/or domestic abuse. People have varying reasons to seek therapy, but generally they are experiencing discomfort in one or more areas of their everyday life. This discomfort may be experienced as depression, anxiety, anger, sleeping and eating problems, compulsive behaviors, and/or relationship issues.

Jennifer Keogh is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with 5 years of experience. She received her Master in Mental Health Counseling and Bachelor in Psychology and Health Studies from Monmouth University. Her professional experience working at a community mental health center has provided the opportunity to work with a diverse population with a wide variety of mental health diagnoses. Jennifer believes in meeting the client where they are in their journey and tailors her therapeutic approach to be collaborative.

Yara Salman, LAC Yara Salman is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2023. Yara is a holistic therapist who utilizes and integrates evidence-based practices to help individuals move through their concerns. She is passionate about helping individuals learn coping skills, find hope, and tools they need to care for themselves and their relationships. Yara brings extensive knowledge to each session, providing everyone with a unique therapy experience. Above all, Yara creates space for each of her clients to be heard and allows them to be their authentic selves.

Lia Friedman is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2021. Lia believes that we do not see things as they are, we see them as we are; that although you cannot completely avoid pain in life, you do not need to suffer as a consequence. In other words, our life experiences, including those that have been traumatic, shape how we see and interact with the world. Sometimes we get stuck in the injustice of our experience, but that does not help us heal or move forward. Lia offers a balanced combination of compassion, empathy and challenging with care when needed.

Ron Packard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2016. Ron is passionate about helping clients explore possibilities, navigate change, and grow into their goals. He believes, at a fundamental level, working towards your goals is what supports an engaged and fulfilled life of vitality'it's in the journey. Ron has experience working alongside clients from a wide variety of ages, cultural backgrounds, and concerns they may bring to therapy. His approach as a clinician is collaborative, exploratory, supportive, and encouraging.

Hello and welcome! I received my Master of Arts in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from William Paterson University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey and have trauma certifications. My experience includes both individual and group treatment. It takes courage to seek a happier, more fulfilling life and to take the first steps towards change. I am eager to assist you as you become more empowered and self aware, live more open and less afraid, become a better communicator, to identify and utilize effective coping skills, improve your self-esteem, set boundaries, and improve relationships.

As a counselor, it is my job to see and understand people as individuals. To help people find the strength within that can so easily become forgotten. There are various schools of thought that I pull from such as REBT, CBT, and DBT depending on the needs of the individual. My approach is humanistic in nature, which means that the sessions are client driven. I believe the journey to wholeness starts with taking time for self-discovery. I enjoy empowering individuals to find and work through their barriers to success. This approach is used when working with adults and adolescents.

Our Art Therapy practice is a special place for children, teens and adults for self discovery, emotional wellness, building self-esteem and expressing feelings. Our NJ team is highly trained in development challenges, self regulation, moods, anger management, bereavement, chronic illness, divorce, PTSD and anxiety.