Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists in Monroe, NJ
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Anxiety has hijacked your life. You’re really good at imagining the worst case scenario. Your mind is excellent at anticipating the future, and at replaying things that have already happened. You question whether you are good enough and often feel self-conscious. You overthink everything. And your body buys in to this story – heart racing, shallow breathing, your stomach in knots. All of this worry is overwhelming. It impacts almost every aspect of your life. It prevents you from doing what you want to do, from living the way you want to live. Your life is becoming smaller and smaller … AND YOU’VE HAD ENOUGH.
Anxiety has hijacked your life. You’re really good at imagining the worst case scenario. Your mind is excellent at anticipating the future, and at replaying things that have already happened. You question whether you are good enough and often feel self-conscious. You overthink everything. And your body buys in to this story – heart racing, shallow breathing, your stomach in knots. All of this worry is overwhelming. It impacts almost every aspect of your life. It prevents you from doing what you want to do, from living the way you want to live. Your life is becoming smaller and smaller … AND YOU’VE HAD ENOUGH.
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Welcome! You have just taken a step towards self care. Simply seeking out a resource can put you on the path to becoming your true self. Be kind to yourself because you have overcome so much and despite it all you are here now. Life is a journey full of highs and lows and whether we realize it or not, each one of us has the ability to handle anything life brings. Therapy allows a person to understand how to use their amazing strengths. It equips you with the knowledge that you can successfully realize any goal and address any issue.
Welcome! You have just taken a step towards self care. Simply seeking out a resource can put you on the path to becoming your true self. Be kind to yourself because you have overcome so much and despite it all you are here now. Life is a journey full of highs and lows and whether we realize it or not, each one of us has the ability to handle anything life brings. Therapy allows a person to understand how to use their amazing strengths. It equips you with the knowledge that you can successfully realize any goal and address any issue.
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Barbara Kaplan-Barrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, NJ 08831 (Online Only)
There are times in our lives when we can use someone to talk to - someone to help us deal with challenges, help us change and grow, and help us feel better. In our sessions, I will utilize an evidenced-based approach to produce significant change and meaningful improvement. We will focus on short-term goals and solutions to challenges. Over twenty years of experience in outpatient and crisis mental health settings has honed my ability to help adults - aged 18 and up - cope with life's difficulties, such as: adjustment issues, relationship problems, loss, depression, anxiety, grief, and more.
There are times in our lives when we can use someone to talk to - someone to help us deal with challenges, help us change and grow, and help us feel better. In our sessions, I will utilize an evidenced-based approach to produce significant change and meaningful improvement. We will focus on short-term goals and solutions to challenges. Over twenty years of experience in outpatient and crisis mental health settings has honed my ability to help adults - aged 18 and up - cope with life's difficulties, such as: adjustment issues, relationship problems, loss, depression, anxiety, grief, and more.
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I am Dan Silitsky, Ph.D. and a New Jersey Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that all individuals have the innate ability to be empowered in making informed decisions about their present situation.
It will be my privilege to offer my expertise and sensitive style to those individuals, couples and family members who wish to pursue their life's dreams without undue stress.
I am Dan Silitsky, Ph.D. and a New Jersey Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that all individuals have the innate ability to be empowered in making informed decisions about their present situation.
It will be my privilege to offer my expertise and sensitive style to those individuals, couples and family members who wish to pursue their life's dreams without undue stress.
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Intention is the starting point for meaningful change and psychotherapy can be the vehicle that can help you get there. Intentions for positive change involve considering both directions, the past and future. Unresolved emotional pain- the proverbial ghosts of the past- have a negative effect on well-being and can manifest in ways that limit your life whether you are suffering from depression and anxiety, addictive illness, or have relationship issues. Developing insight along with learning positive coping skills is a powerful approach to working through core emotional issues and problematic patterns that keep you stuck.
Intention is the starting point for meaningful change and psychotherapy can be the vehicle that can help you get there. Intentions for positive change involve considering both directions, the past and future. Unresolved emotional pain- the proverbial ghosts of the past- have a negative effect on well-being and can manifest in ways that limit your life whether you are suffering from depression and anxiety, addictive illness, or have relationship issues. Developing insight along with learning positive coping skills is a powerful approach to working through core emotional issues and problematic patterns that keep you stuck.
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Jennifer L Hilligus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Monroe, NJ 08831
Hello! My name is Jennifer Hilligus. I am a counselor and an educator. My approach to counseling is tailored to each individual, couple or family. I feel strongly that we must work to understand our patterns of thinking in order to identify why we feel and act the way that we do. During the therapeutic process, we will study your personal traits and patterns and develop ways to achieve all of your counseling goals. You can do it. I can help.
Hello! My name is Jennifer Hilligus. I am a counselor and an educator. My approach to counseling is tailored to each individual, couple or family. I feel strongly that we must work to understand our patterns of thinking in order to identify why we feel and act the way that we do. During the therapeutic process, we will study your personal traits and patterns and develop ways to achieve all of your counseling goals. You can do it. I can help.
One Step at a Time Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe, NJ 08831
One Step at a Time Therapy Center (OST) is a group practice offering quality, tailored psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our passion is to help all of our clients become the best versions of themselves. We believe in a variety of holistic approaches to self improvement and healing. Visit our website at www.onesteptherapycenter.com to learn more about us!
One Step at a Time Therapy Center (OST) is a group practice offering quality, tailored psychotherapy to children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our passion is to help all of our clients become the best versions of themselves. We believe in a variety of holistic approaches to self improvement and healing. Visit our website at www.onesteptherapycenter.com to learn more about us!
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Life is a series of choices and decisions that often lead us to uncharted destinations and exciting opportunities. Sometimes this can feel overwhelming and obstacles may occur to block our path or keep us stuck and unable to seize the opportunities within our reach.
Life is a series of choices and decisions that often lead us to uncharted destinations and exciting opportunities. Sometimes this can feel overwhelming and obstacles may occur to block our path or keep us stuck and unable to seize the opportunities within our reach.
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Marie Kifun Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCN, QEEGD
Verified Verified
Monroe Township, NJ 08831
I work with adults, couples, children and adolescents combining a variety of approaches including talk therapy and neurotherapy. I emphasize the value of our relationship, building trust by listening and understanding your needs. Treatment is geared to removing barriers that prevent you from having a meaningful life, developing the skills to support your journey towards healing and free you from negative emotions such as guilt, shame, fear, anxiety and anger. Through a process of self- exploration, problem solving, skills development, you can learn to overcome obstacles, clarify your values and reach your goals..
I work with adults, couples, children and adolescents combining a variety of approaches including talk therapy and neurotherapy. I emphasize the value of our relationship, building trust by listening and understanding your needs. Treatment is geared to removing barriers that prevent you from having a meaningful life, developing the skills to support your journey towards healing and free you from negative emotions such as guilt, shame, fear, anxiety and anger. Through a process of self- exploration, problem solving, skills development, you can learn to overcome obstacles, clarify your values and reach your goals..
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I am passionate about working with men and women ages 18 years-old to older adults who are navigating life’s challenges, who feel blue, overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, angry, who are not able to concentrate in college or at the workplace, who are unsettled due to their trauma and utilize bad coping skills. I help individuals grow while they feel stuck and shut down. I provide various forms of therapeutic treatment, not just talk therapy. My specialized experience and trainings are broad from: Gottman Marriage/Couples L1 L2 Psycho-education, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, Trauma, Gestalt , Hypnosis, Yoga, and Holistic Treatments.
I am passionate about working with men and women ages 18 years-old to older adults who are navigating life’s challenges, who feel blue, overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, angry, who are not able to concentrate in college or at the workplace, who are unsettled due to their trauma and utilize bad coping skills. I help individuals grow while they feel stuck and shut down. I provide various forms of therapeutic treatment, not just talk therapy. My specialized experience and trainings are broad from: Gottman Marriage/Couples L1 L2 Psycho-education, CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, Trauma, Gestalt , Hypnosis, Yoga, and Holistic Treatments.
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Danielle Kirstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jamesburg, NJ 08831 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Danielle and I first want to acknowledge you taking the first step in seeking help. My practice is called A Moment of Clarity because feeling lost in the dark can be overwhelming. Working as a team, you and I can help you with reaching your greatest potential and implement the necessary skills to achieve your goals.
Hi, my name is Danielle and I first want to acknowledge you taking the first step in seeking help. My practice is called A Moment of Clarity because feeling lost in the dark can be overwhelming. Working as a team, you and I can help you with reaching your greatest potential and implement the necessary skills to achieve your goals.
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I specialize in helping clients alleviate pervasive symptoms in order to develop a greater sense of self-worth and adequacy, construct nurturing relationships, and develop and achieve goals to work toward a healthy and happy life experience. Using the highly efficacious Schema Therapy model, clients learn to eliminate maladaptive coping responses by changing the beliefs (schemas) that drive them. Seeing my clients transform their lives, achieve personal development and reach true empowerment has been one of my greatest joys.
I specialize in helping clients alleviate pervasive symptoms in order to develop a greater sense of self-worth and adequacy, construct nurturing relationships, and develop and achieve goals to work toward a healthy and happy life experience. Using the highly efficacious Schema Therapy model, clients learn to eliminate maladaptive coping responses by changing the beliefs (schemas) that drive them. Seeing my clients transform their lives, achieve personal development and reach true empowerment has been one of my greatest joys.
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I view counseling as an opportunity to come alongside my clients and partner with them as they journey toward discovering a life of meaning and purpose. Through empathy, humor, and warmth, I aim to create and hold a safe space for my clients to begin the journey inward. My biggest joy is walking alongside my clients as they begin to realize their strength and resilience to find solutions to the issues they are facing.
I view counseling as an opportunity to come alongside my clients and partner with them as they journey toward discovering a life of meaning and purpose. Through empathy, humor, and warmth, I aim to create and hold a safe space for my clients to begin the journey inward. My biggest joy is walking alongside my clients as they begin to realize their strength and resilience to find solutions to the issues they are facing.
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Carol Fishelman-Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (Online Only)
As a therapist I feel privileged to be able to provide the kind of support and guidance that helps people build healthy, fulfilling relationships. I derive great satisfaction when I see my clients utilize their strengths and abilities to obtain their own personal objectives and goals. I specialize in women's issues; emotional eating, weight and body image struggles; grief, bereavement.
As a therapist I feel privileged to be able to provide the kind of support and guidance that helps people build healthy, fulfilling relationships. I derive great satisfaction when I see my clients utilize their strengths and abilities to obtain their own personal objectives and goals. I specialize in women's issues; emotional eating, weight and body image struggles; grief, bereavement.
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We live in a world that can make us feel stuck, hopeless, or worthless at times. We may struggle with finding our purpose, overcoming certain obstacles, or healing from past wounds. I acknowledge that life can be a challenge and asking for a helping hand is one of the toughest to take upon. However, it is also one of the bravest actions to take. Seeking therapy also demonstrates self-awareness. It shows that you are ready to create a more meaningful life for yourself, whether that entails processing distressful feelings, working through past trauma, improving relationships, breaking unhealthy habits, or building a work-life balance.
We live in a world that can make us feel stuck, hopeless, or worthless at times. We may struggle with finding our purpose, overcoming certain obstacles, or healing from past wounds. I acknowledge that life can be a challenge and asking for a helping hand is one of the toughest to take upon. However, it is also one of the bravest actions to take. Seeking therapy also demonstrates self-awareness. It shows that you are ready to create a more meaningful life for yourself, whether that entails processing distressful feelings, working through past trauma, improving relationships, breaking unhealthy habits, or building a work-life balance.
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Melissa Gull
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Jamesburg, NJ 08831 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with post graduate work in Holistic and Integrative Health Studies, I am dedicated to providing a therapeutic space to help clients cope with all of life's challenges and stressors. I specialize in grief and loss, relationship issues, family systems, self esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, post traumatic distress and mood disorders.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with post graduate work in Holistic and Integrative Health Studies, I am dedicated to providing a therapeutic space to help clients cope with all of life's challenges and stressors. I specialize in grief and loss, relationship issues, family systems, self esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, post traumatic distress and mood disorders.
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Christina Lavigne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (Online Only)
My goal is to create an environment that allows you to be comfortable, open, and to experience self-growth. We'll work together to explore your interests, needs, and goals. Then, we'll work to create lasting change. I'm particularly passionate about helping youth and young adults navigate the stressors and issues that present during transitional times in their lives.
My goal is to create an environment that allows you to be comfortable, open, and to experience self-growth. We'll work together to explore your interests, needs, and goals. Then, we'll work to create lasting change. I'm particularly passionate about helping youth and young adults navigate the stressors and issues that present during transitional times in their lives.
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“I feel stuck.... Nothing is going to get better... I don’t know why I feel this way... Nobody understands what I'm going through.” How many of these thoughts sound familiar? Sometimes, one of the most difficult things to navigate is how we feel. Life is hard. It’s filled with things that are stressful, overwhelming, painful, and heartbreaking. It can be challenging just to get through the day without crying, losing motivation, isolating, or feeling hopeless. It can be a lot to handle. Figuring out how to change that doesn’t have to be.
“I feel stuck.... Nothing is going to get better... I don’t know why I feel this way... Nobody understands what I'm going through.” How many of these thoughts sound familiar? Sometimes, one of the most difficult things to navigate is how we feel. Life is hard. It’s filled with things that are stressful, overwhelming, painful, and heartbreaking. It can be challenging just to get through the day without crying, losing motivation, isolating, or feeling hopeless. It can be a lot to handle. Figuring out how to change that doesn’t have to be.
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Adnan Munshi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Monroe Township, NJ 08831 (Online Only)
With today's societal norms and stigmas, so many of us are hurt, misunderstood, rejected, outcasted, and isolated to the point that we often become hesitant to seek out help. Over 11 years of clinical experience and treating hundreds of diverse patients, I have learned as human beings we all want the same thing: to be seen, heard, supported, accepted, connected, appreciated, and loved. So here I am; ready, willing, and committed to breaking through barriers with you - by offering a listening ear for your story and a safe space where we can explore, freely and authentically, without bias and without judgment.
With today's societal norms and stigmas, so many of us are hurt, misunderstood, rejected, outcasted, and isolated to the point that we often become hesitant to seek out help. Over 11 years of clinical experience and treating hundreds of diverse patients, I have learned as human beings we all want the same thing: to be seen, heard, supported, accepted, connected, appreciated, and loved. So here I am; ready, willing, and committed to breaking through barriers with you - by offering a listening ear for your story and a safe space where we can explore, freely and authentically, without bias and without judgment.
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Do you feel lost or stuck, unable to achieve your goals or find your way? Let's take the journey inward to find the keys to unlocking your best self. Together, we will create a safe and empathetic environment where you can share and explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. Are you ready to embark on the experience of self discovery? Every journey begins with the first step.
Do you feel lost or stuck, unable to achieve your goals or find your way? Let's take the journey inward to find the keys to unlocking your best self. Together, we will create a safe and empathetic environment where you can share and explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of being judged. Are you ready to embark on the experience of self discovery? Every journey begins with the first step.
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Therapists
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.