Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists in Lawrenceville, NJ
My primary model of treatment is based on Internal Family Systems therapy (developed by Richard Schwartz, PHD).
I have over 30 years of expertise in working with clients of all ages and with a variety of issues. My goal is to teach you how to get in touch with your innate ability to heal yourself. Once you become centered in your core self you will develop coping skills that will provide you with the ability to handle the multitude of challenges that we all face in our lives.
My primary model of treatment is based on Internal Family Systems therapy (developed by Richard Schwartz, PHD).
I have over 30 years of expertise in working with clients of all ages and with a variety of issues. My goal is to teach you how to get in touch with your innate ability to heal yourself. Once you become centered in your core self you will develop coping skills that will provide you with the ability to handle the multitude of challenges that we all face in our lives.
Village Counseling Services is a professional group that provides support services to the independently licensed psychologists, psychotherapists and board-certified psychiatrists, who have been providing client-centered, evidence-based treatment to the greater Lawrenceville/Princeton community since 1996.
Village Counseling Services is a professional group that provides support services to the independently licensed psychologists, psychotherapists and board-certified psychiatrists, who have been providing client-centered, evidence-based treatment to the greater Lawrenceville/Princeton community since 1996.
Welcome to my practice. I am a licensed psychologist over 25 years of experience in clinical practice and over 10 years of experience in psychological research and teaching. I specialize in helping people through recovery from trauma. In addition, I treat depression and anxiety, and I have unique experience in helping individuals and their families cope with life threatening food allergies, complex medical issues, and diagnoses of genetic disorders. My compassionate approach to cognitive-behavioral techniques, breathing, relaxation, mindfulness, EMDR, plus ample education will help you better understand yourself and your responses.
Welcome to my practice. I am a licensed psychologist over 25 years of experience in clinical practice and over 10 years of experience in psychological research and teaching. I specialize in helping people through recovery from trauma. In addition, I treat depression and anxiety, and I have unique experience in helping individuals and their families cope with life threatening food allergies, complex medical issues, and diagnoses of genetic disorders. My compassionate approach to cognitive-behavioral techniques, breathing, relaxation, mindfulness, EMDR, plus ample education will help you better understand yourself and your responses.
You have had days that make you feel like switching off the sun, crawling underneath your skin, and checking out from this catastrophic cantankerous world. You have been emotionally shipwrecked by life, fragmented by negative experiences, and you feel broken beyond repair. Yesterday was too much, today you're drowning in the sea of despair; and, tomorrow should not see the light of day. Existing feels like too much to ask, survival seems impossible, and you're thinking, "I can't do this..." Maybe you can't, but we can, and we will. You may feel alone, but you are not alone. You may sway and bend, but you will never break.
You have had days that make you feel like switching off the sun, crawling underneath your skin, and checking out from this catastrophic cantankerous world. You have been emotionally shipwrecked by life, fragmented by negative experiences, and you feel broken beyond repair. Yesterday was too much, today you're drowning in the sea of despair; and, tomorrow should not see the light of day. Existing feels like too much to ask, survival seems impossible, and you're thinking, "I can't do this..." Maybe you can't, but we can, and we will. You may feel alone, but you are not alone. You may sway and bend, but you will never break.
Dr. Widian Nicola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Loving and loving well takes courage, but even the most courageous couples don't have it all figured out. That’s why I’m here: to support couples as they take greater risks to develop (and re-develop) trust, gain understanding, deepen intimacy, and restore connection. I understand the unique challenges of relationships and know how deep hurt and regret impact connection. I also know the long-lasting positive impacts that therapy can have on couples deciding whether to stay together, how to get unstuck, what to do to stop fighting, and how to forgive.
Loving and loving well takes courage, but even the most courageous couples don't have it all figured out. That’s why I’m here: to support couples as they take greater risks to develop (and re-develop) trust, gain understanding, deepen intimacy, and restore connection. I understand the unique challenges of relationships and know how deep hurt and regret impact connection. I also know the long-lasting positive impacts that therapy can have on couples deciding whether to stay together, how to get unstuck, what to do to stop fighting, and how to forgive.
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or the loss of a loved one with a sense of feeling lost, hopeless, and without purpose? Are you struggling with life transitions & open to delving deeper to explore those issues? I primarily work with men like this, who have arrived at this point in life feeling "stuck" or "at a dead end," struggling with relationship issues and feeling disconnected & frustrated. My job is to help you re-negotiate your relationship with your feelings, see you as okay, and understand the meaning of your upbringing or narratives you've learned on "how you ought to be."
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or the loss of a loved one with a sense of feeling lost, hopeless, and without purpose? Are you struggling with life transitions & open to delving deeper to explore those issues? I primarily work with men like this, who have arrived at this point in life feeling "stuck" or "at a dead end," struggling with relationship issues and feeling disconnected & frustrated. My job is to help you re-negotiate your relationship with your feelings, see you as okay, and understand the meaning of your upbringing or narratives you've learned on "how you ought to be."
Smita Chopra @ The Wellness Mind
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Struggling with your Mental Health? Take the first steps towards a more fulfilling future at The Wellness Mind. At The Wellness Mind, I am committed to transforming lives through enhanced mental well-being. Leveraging my expertise as a seasoned psychotherapist and esteemed professor, I guide my clients through a journey of self-discovery, helping them to process emotions and unlock their inner strengths. My holistic approach improves quality of life, enhances relationships and personal fulfillment. I provide clients with effective coping strategies, advanced communication skills, and the resilience needed to face life's challenges.
Struggling with your Mental Health? Take the first steps towards a more fulfilling future at The Wellness Mind. At The Wellness Mind, I am committed to transforming lives through enhanced mental well-being. Leveraging my expertise as a seasoned psychotherapist and esteemed professor, I guide my clients through a journey of self-discovery, helping them to process emotions and unlock their inner strengths. My holistic approach improves quality of life, enhances relationships and personal fulfillment. I provide clients with effective coping strategies, advanced communication skills, and the resilience needed to face life's challenges.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
Dave Errickson - Centered Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
Not accepting new clients
I recognize the importance in taking steps toward change and how difficult that can be. Change that connects you to your wellness, overall health and most importantly your sense of self and purpose. My approach to treatment is client-centered and therapeutic alliance based. Research has shown that a major factor in why people change as a result of psychotherapy is the right “connection” and “alliance” with the therapist. Effective psychotherapy is the fine tuning of art, creativity and science.
I recognize the importance in taking steps toward change and how difficult that can be. Change that connects you to your wellness, overall health and most importantly your sense of self and purpose. My approach to treatment is client-centered and therapeutic alliance based. Research has shown that a major factor in why people change as a result of psychotherapy is the right “connection” and “alliance” with the therapist. Effective psychotherapy is the fine tuning of art, creativity and science.
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Moradeyo Adeyi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LMSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
I use specific modalities such as Trauma-Focused CBT, IFS, and EFT as specialties to apply to aid the treatment process.
My ideal client is someone who understands the areas of their life that need improvement. They have an idea of potential treatment goals for therapy and is open to the process. Additionally, they believe there are many ways to address previous traumas and can identify preferences for treatment. For example, a client who is open to incorporating journaling, meditation, or other holistic practices in addition to traditional talk therapy. My ideal client intentionally commits to the therapeutic process and is open to collaboration in the therapeutic space.
I use specific modalities such as Trauma-Focused CBT, IFS, and EFT as specialties to apply to aid the treatment process.
My ideal client is someone who understands the areas of their life that need improvement. They have an idea of potential treatment goals for therapy and is open to the process. Additionally, they believe there are many ways to address previous traumas and can identify preferences for treatment. For example, a client who is open to incorporating journaling, meditation, or other holistic practices in addition to traditional talk therapy. My ideal client intentionally commits to the therapeutic process and is open to collaboration in the therapeutic space.
I am trained in many trauma focused therapies that facilitate this deeper healing process - EMDR, Internal Family Systems, NARM, Somatic Experiencing-but above all consider myself to be a relational and relatable therapist who prioritizes the relationship with my clients as the primary healing agent.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
I am trained in many trauma focused therapies that facilitate this deeper healing process - EMDR, Internal Family Systems, NARM, Somatic Experiencing-but above all consider myself to be a relational and relatable therapist who prioritizes the relationship with my clients as the primary healing agent.
Are you tired of experiencing the same patterns and want to heal at the root of your symptoms? I specialize in treating trauma, addictions, and self esteem issues - in particularly with women and teenagers. When my clients first come in, their lives are overrun by fear and insecurities. They carry around deep shame about who they are and never feel quite “good enough”. They want to be confident and heal the patterns that are holding them back but do not know where to start.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
Kimberly Warne
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, LCADC, CAADC, CCTP-II, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08619
Waitlist for new clients
If you would like to explore "bottom-up" approaches such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and Internal Family Systems (IFS)/Parts Work to decrease the intensity of your current symptoms and to establish that re-connection to Self, I look forward to our work together.
Therapy is about establishing re-connection. Re-connection to others (friends, family, partners, etc) of course, but primarily re-connection to Self...our feelings, our thoughts, our beliefs, and a sense of safety in our bodies. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, dissociation, substance abuse, self-harming, or other self-sabotaging behaviors you just may be trying your best to survive intolerable circumstances as you move through this world. Without a safe connection to Self, relationships to others are inevitably disrupted.
If you would like to explore "bottom-up" approaches such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and Internal Family Systems (IFS)/Parts Work to decrease the intensity of your current symptoms and to establish that re-connection to Self, I look forward to our work together.
Therapy is about establishing re-connection. Re-connection to others (friends, family, partners, etc) of course, but primarily re-connection to Self...our feelings, our thoughts, our beliefs, and a sense of safety in our bodies. If you struggle with depression, anxiety, dissociation, substance abuse, self-harming, or other self-sabotaging behaviors you just may be trying your best to survive intolerable circumstances as you move through this world. Without a safe connection to Self, relationships to others are inevitably disrupted.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Couples come to me for help managing their conflict. My goal is to provide a safe space for clients, and couples to be heard, to facilitate ownership of their part of the relationship energy. This is a process of creating intention and consciousness. I help clients understand what they bring to their relationships and ways to make changes in a non-judgmental, accepting, caring way. I am a trained Imago Relationship therapist. I am also a Certified Trainer of the Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting when working with family conflict.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Couples come to me for help managing their conflict. My goal is to provide a safe space for clients, and couples to be heard, to facilitate ownership of their part of the relationship energy. This is a process of creating intention and consciousness. I help clients understand what they bring to their relationships and ways to make changes in a non-judgmental, accepting, caring way. I am a trained Imago Relationship therapist. I am also a Certified Trainer of the Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting when working with family conflict.
Dr. Ashlyn Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Ewing, NJ 08638
As a licensed professional counselor and a counselor educator/supervisor, I have engaged with the profession of counseling for multiple years in a variety of capacities from practicing as a clinician to teaching in a graduate counseling program. My experience and focus in my practice and education are trauma informed care, suicidal assessment and treatment, grief and loss, divorce issues, faith/spirituality issues, and marital/relationship counseling. I have enjoyed helping a number of clients reach their goals and commit to change.
As a licensed professional counselor and a counselor educator/supervisor, I have engaged with the profession of counseling for multiple years in a variety of capacities from practicing as a clinician to teaching in a graduate counseling program. My experience and focus in my practice and education are trauma informed care, suicidal assessment and treatment, grief and loss, divorce issues, faith/spirituality issues, and marital/relationship counseling. I have enjoyed helping a number of clients reach their goals and commit to change.
My ideal client would be 13-21-year-old males with issues such as depression and anger issues, their goal is to discover their strengths and build positive relationships with family and peers. They want an outlet to talk about their feelings and need an outside source to share too.
My ideal client would be 13-21-year-old males with issues such as depression and anger issues, their goal is to discover their strengths and build positive relationships with family and peers. They want an outlet to talk about their feelings and need an outside source to share too.
Cassie Knechel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619
In our therapeutic work together, you will enter a warm, non-judgemental and creative environment where we will collaborate on a path to your optimal future self. You are the expert on yourself, and I bring evidence-based informed insight–locating areas that will benefit from curiosity, skills building and mindful compassion. Our conversations and the changes we set forth assist in igniting your therapeutic healing process and help shift any obstacles blocking the innate power of your self agency. I look forward to connecting with you!
In our therapeutic work together, you will enter a warm, non-judgemental and creative environment where we will collaborate on a path to your optimal future self. You are the expert on yourself, and I bring evidence-based informed insight–locating areas that will benefit from curiosity, skills building and mindful compassion. Our conversations and the changes we set forth assist in igniting your therapeutic healing process and help shift any obstacles blocking the innate power of your self agency. I look forward to connecting with you!
Lauren Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CTRS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
I am an eating disorder and body image therapist committed to supporting clients heal their relationships with food and their bodies. My approach is rooted in Health at Every Size (HAES), anti-diet, and food and weight neutrality. I offer a compassionate, collaborative approach to help clients discover their self-worth and inherent ability to heal.
I am an eating disorder and body image therapist committed to supporting clients heal their relationships with food and their bodies. My approach is rooted in Health at Every Size (HAES), anti-diet, and food and weight neutrality. I offer a compassionate, collaborative approach to help clients discover their self-worth and inherent ability to heal.
Bridge to Balance Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD, LPC, LMFT, Others
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619
At Bridge to Balance we work with children, adolescents and adults. We are offering both Telemental Health and In-Person Sessions to current and new clients-including individual, family, couples, and group therapy. At Bridge to Balance, we understand that life is a journey which may present many challenges and struggles. We work with each individual to help discover the tools they need to find their inner strength and thrive.
At Bridge to Balance we work with children, adolescents and adults. We are offering both Telemental Health and In-Person Sessions to current and new clients-including individual, family, couples, and group therapy. At Bridge to Balance, we understand that life is a journey which may present many challenges and struggles. We work with each individual to help discover the tools they need to find their inner strength and thrive.
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Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapists
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.