Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Mendham, NJ

I work with teens and adults individually and with family members as needed. I also work with couples. I have over twenty five years of experience treating many different kinds of problems including traumatic experiences, eating disorders, depression, anxiety and panic disorders, and relationship issues. My approach to therapy is to individually design a treatment plan that will best meet your specific concerns. This plan is collaboratively created with you. As you share your presenting concerns and history in the beginning stages of therapy, we get to know each other and together set goals for therapy.

My goal is to help you live a happier,more peaceful life.In practice I use mindfulness based psychotherapy/coaching practices and cognitive/behavioral methods. Symptoms are often signs that old learned ways of coping no longer work and new strategies are needed. As a long time psychotherapist I can assist you in recognizing your strengths in a supportive environment and help you find more successful ways of dealing with changes and stresses you face.I treat clients with relationship conflicts, separation and divorce issues. I also treat depression, anxiety and stress related problems using a positive solution based approach.

I am dually licensed as an LPC and LCADC. The path I took to become a therapist was a long and winding one which provided me with a rich diversity of experience to draw from in my work. I understand that change is difficult. I received a degree in Creative Writing from the University of Montana in Missoula, where I also began my study of Zen, and eventually spent over 20 years as an Information Technology professional. I have been married for over 30 years and, together with my wife, have raised two sons who are now young adults.

My approach to therapy is always client-centered, deisgned to re-connect you with your intrinsic wisdom and recognize your capacity to change. I combine an integrative approach utilizing ancient wisdom traditions with modern therapeutic modalities. By a small shift in awareness, you can end destructive habit patterns and sustain a less stressful, healthier lifestyle. As a student of Dr. Carol Look, Dr. Dan Siegel and Jon-Kabat Zinn, Phd, I utilize EFT ("tapping"), Mindfulness (MBSR, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction) and the patented IN-VIZION process to teach you a skill set you can use at home.

Are you struggling with relationships, work stress or managing your daily life? Do you feel uncomfortable with your thoughts, feelings, moods and emotions? Are you lost on how to cope and manage life stresses? Are you struggling with alcohol or substances? Through treatment there can be inner clarity, confidence, long-lasting skills and strategies. This can improve your relationship to yourself, others, resolve career-related issues and improve your ability to cope with life stressors.

I am proud of you for seeking help if life has felt hard lately. Are you struggling with anxiety, relationship conflicts, life transitions, or stress? Have you experienced the loss of someone special and the grief has felt like too much? Does faith play a big role in your life and you wish to incorporate that into your healing journey? Do you work in Law Enforcement? We can work together to unpack these issues that are getting in the way of you feeling like yourself again. You don't have to go through this alone and talking through these things and learning some new strategies will help bring back the peace in your life.

I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.

I am co-founder and partner at West Morris Psychological Associates and a NJ licensed psychologist. I treat all ages for a variety of mental health concerns, including: Adjustment Difficulties, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Child/Teen Behavioral Problems, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Parent-child conflict, Panic Disorder, Parenting Strategies, Pervasive Development Disorders including Asperger's Disorder, divorce, bereavement, and relationships, School Phobia, Separation Anxiety, Social Skills, and Trauma. I use individual, family, and group therapies.

Emotional suffering can be unbearable. It doesn't have to last forever...I use multiple approaches and methods to help people feel better and manage their behavior, emotions, and relationships. I challenge you to "take control of your life." I am a clinical psychologist extensively trained in individual and group therapies. I have particular expertise and experience with individuals who suffer from depression, suicidal ideation, self-harm, eating disorders, personality disorders, trauma, violence, and substance abuse. I also have extensive experience in forensic psychology, conduct forensic assessments, and have served as an expert witness in numerous legal matters.

With over 15 years of experience, I have been consistently told that I am warm, easy to talk to, and very helpful. I am a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Trauma Professional, and a Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist and together we can find ways to better understand yourself and your circumstances so that you can make meaningful changes in your life, and get support with stressful situations you may be dealing with. We will figure out what will help you feel better and overall more content with the use of strategies that have been proven to be effective and tailored to your specific needs.

Do you long for the love and connection you use to feel with your partner or spouse? Do you feel frustrated, powerless or stuck in repeated arguments? Do you have difficulty communicating with each other, managing conflict or problem solving? Your issues may include lack of trust, infidelity, intimacy, life transitions,addiction, or parenting. You want to see positive change in your marriage or relationship, but you feel stuck. No matter how big or small your issues are you can't seem to resolve them on your own. I can help you navigate the complexities of your relationship and help you build a stronger more reslient bond.

I appreciate you taking an interest in my practice. Whether new to counseling or having had experience in the past, therapy is a courageous step to personal growth and change! I respect that each person has unique needs. With training in a variety of therapeutic approaches including interpersonal neurobiology, attachment theory, emotion theory and affective neuroscience, body-focused approaches, and transformational studies, an individualized plan will be developed to meet your goals. I am inspired by those individuals who have had difficult life experiences or challenging situations. My most rewarding experience continues to be a facilitator of growth and change in a safe accepting environment.

Life can be challenging at times, and these challenges may interfere in your ability to live a healthy and content life. I am a compassionate, supportive, and insightful therapist, who is available to listen from a non-judgmental perspective. My approach is to support you in working toward your personal goals. I do this by helping you gain clarity into how your thoughts, feelings, or behaviors are impacting your life. I will also provide feedback and introduce skills to help you challenge negative thoughts, cope with troublesome feelings, or change harmful behaviors.

My practice is devoted to Couples, Sex & Relational Therapy. All Couples experience difficulties during marriage or during long term relationships. Helping Couples work to resolve these conflicts, develop trust & reconnect is the most satisfying work that I do. We commonly address issues of trust, sexual issues, pornography, commitment, infidelity, communication, destructive patterns, stress, parenting, illness, trauma & passion. I work with couples to rekindle the spark, passion and desire that they once had and deepen a strong solid connection. Whatever you and your partners unique issues, my goal is to give you the hope and help to achieve the support & love that you both long for.

Are bothersome thoughts, feelings, or behaviors interfering? Are you a teen or adult who is overwhelmed and wants to live a happy, fulfilled life instead of just getting through the day? Are you a parent who needs some guidance in helping your child reach his or her potential? Are you looking for actual strategies to cope with the day's stressors? Evidence-based treatment is aimed at providing science-supported techniques to help you see change. Our goal is to help you develop skills so that you don't need to be in therapy long term. *ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS*

Welcome to our therapy practice dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of children, teens and fostering positive parent-child relationships. At our practice, we understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens and the crucial role parents play in their growth. Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is committed to providing a safe and engaging space for your child or teen to explore their feelings, build social skills, and develop resilience. With a collaborative approach, our multiple therapists work closely with the family or child to create tailored interventions.

I am Bilingual/Bicultural and have over 28 years experience treating Individuals and Couples. Conflicts impeding communication and resolution of self-destructive behaviors are typical concerns raised in therapy. Clients often are looking for new strategies to help cope with life's changing circumstances and to remove obstacles preventing growth. The therapeutic process allows people to build on resources from within to attain balance throughout their lifetime. I am dedicated to working with care, compassion and respect for my clients throughout this process in a confidential and safe environment.

Are you struggling to find balance in your life while dealing with anxiety, depression, or mood swings? Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotions and need guidance to regain control and peace? Or maybe your relationship with your partner is facing challenges that seem impossible to overcome and you want to improve communication and rebuild a stronger, more fulfilling connection.

Welcome! I’m so glad you’ve found us. Teens and young adults today face unique challenges. With pressures from social media, friendship and relationship issues, and academic/new career stressors, today’s youth need non-judgmental support and care to feel confident. During these formative years, it is so important to learn healthy coping skills and build positive relationships with peers, family, and oneself.