Domestic Abuse Therapists in Montclair, NJ

Making the call for counseling is often the first step you can take in beginning the healing process. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in New Jersey. I can counsel individuals, couples and families and specialize in working with clients dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship problems or life transitions including but not limited to divorce, loss of a job or death of a loved one. I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment to foster your own individual strength.

Life is an exercise in the Unexpected. Often, it is when all is seemingly in-tact, that you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, anxious, less connected or struggling to find meaning. You want to be present, find ease and experience joy, but anxiety, life changes, trauma or relationship-struggles keep getting in your way. Despite your best efforts, it feels like you have lost the way to feeling connected and truly present to enjoy the simple day-to-day moments. All pains are growing pains, and this pivotal moment is an opportunity to gain access to the life you deserve. I am here to help.

Healing begins right where you are...HOME.Sometimes life feels hard. Perhaps you're feeling lonely, depressed, stuck, anxious, stressed or just "not yourself". Maybe you're struggling with relationships, infidelity, childhood trauma, loss and events in life that feel overwhelming. It's difficult to take the first step, but therapy can help you to feel less alone with these feelings and help you to move forward and find long change!

I am a bilingual (Spanish & English) licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 10 years experience in the mental health field. I believe in building a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe and supported. Therapy should be a place where you are able to explore challenges while feeling empowered and understood. I can help you explore new ways to address your depression, anxiety, and worries. Together we can help you achieve a satisfying and fulfilled life. My treatment approach is supportive, educative and empathic. Let’s work together to help you achieve your fullest potential and enjoy life!

The healing journey can feel like an overwhelming one and you don’t have to do it alone! I am a licensed professional counselor specializing in working with adults with anxiety, depression, chronic and acute traumas, self-esteem and relationship issues, and life stressors. I utilize an integrative approach to cater to my clients’ needs in order to meet their full potential and goals. The healing journey is an integral part of growth and my intention is to create a safe space to do so. I am honored to be a therapist and be able to be a part of the change and growth that my clients want in their lives.

I am a Licensed Social Worker in New York and New Jersey, and graduated from Fordham University where I earned my master’s degree in social work. I am passionate about helping my clients get to know and navigate their inner world. I work with individuals who have struggled with addiction, anxiety, depression, and trauma. In addition, I enjoy couples work, focusing on communication, negative patterns in relational conflict, and issues of infidelity. I decided to go back to school to earn my doctoral degree in social work at Capella University.

I am a licensed psychologist with more than 20 years of experience in the field of psychology and over 10 years of experience in private practice. I hold a BA from Rutgers University in psychology and women’s studies (2000); an MA in clinical and counseling psychology from Columbia University (2002); and a Doctor of Psychology degree from the American School of Professional Psychology—Washington, DC Campus (2008). I trained in counseling at Montclair State University and neuropsychology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine. I completed my doctoral internship at McGill University Health Centre- Montreal General Hospital site.

Welcome to Aspire Institute for Holistic Health & Financial Wellness. As a concierge mental health, financial wellness, and coaching firm, we support individuals & couples who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Maintaining healthy relationships, financial concerns and societal demands have left many feeling depleted. While you may be experiencing challenges at this time in your life, they don't define you. Together, we will co-create a path to assist you in visioning, creating, and reaching the future you deserve.

I specialize in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of anxiety and anxiety-related disorders, depression, trauma, combat trauma, PTSD, and life-cycle challenges like divorce and job/career change. Ideally, patients are interested in a direct, focused, and assertive approach to therapy and are willing to put in the time and effort between sessions to achieve their goals. I believe the goal in therapy must be to resolve the problem, not cope with it. If you've been frustrated by just talking and not doing, I may be able to help you make the changes you're wanting. I prefer to think of my work as psychological rehab rather than therapy.

Therapy works. Whether you are sad, overwhelmed, isolated, unfulfilled, or anxious, individual therapy is effective. I provide a nurturing, safe space for adults in which to build trust, create an alliance, and open up emotionally. I believe in developing a strong attachment with each patient, and I am empathic in the process. Each person has a unique story to tell and my deep interest in people's lives sets the stage for working together.

I believe all people deserve to feel their best and realize their true potential. The individuals, couples, and families that come to me for therapy are often down and out, riddled with anxiety and conflict, and looking for a new lease on life. Using my years of experience and training and a variety of specialized skills and techniques, I help each of my clients find the strength within to overcome their personal challenges. I partner with my clients to discover what gets in the way of their happiness and inner peace and to rediscover the lives they want to live and to live them vibrantly!

You’re overwhelmed. Despite all you do, you feel unsupported and unfulfilled. You’re overburdened and under-appreciated by your partner. You know you were put on this planet for more than endless laundry folding. Where did you go wrong? You were filled with such hope and abilities a few years ago. Even an invitation to go out with your girlfriends feels like a chore. It’s hard to be present with your family while it feels like your life is slipping away. Your self-help books lie in a heap on your nightstand. Your friends seem to have it all together – Why are you so stuck?

ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS (Telehealth only) No matter how difficult things are, we will work through it together! As an experienced psychotherapist, I have passionately worked with children, teens and families to develop healthy coping skills, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, reduce family conflict and implement effective behavioral management plans. With the understanding that every situation is unique, I tailor the therapeutic approach to each individual/family.

You’re not feeling like yourself and struggling in your relationships. Maybe you've experienced loss or a significant life transition. You'd like to feel more connected to yourself and with those around you, but you've found life to be painful and confusing with unexpected challenges and transitions. If you're feeling disconnected, out of control, anxious, or grieving, you are not alone. If you're ready to lean into change and be curious and compassionate with yourself, therapy can support you in strengthening your relationship with yourself and in building safe, authentic, clarifying, and fulfilling connections with others.

In short, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey with a PhD in Psychology. I have been working with motivational therapeutic techniques for 10 years and working with clients for 7 years. I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) who utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy and Psycho-education to assist children, parents, adolescents, families, and couples in becoming the best mental, social, and emotional versions of themselves. It is my belief and experience that you get more out of life if you are willing to change and recognize your areas of growth.

Hi there, thank you so much for being here. I’d love to help you reach your highest dreams by accessing your individual and unique autonomy, authenticity, and full trust in your own self by way of yoga, breathwork, meditation, and somatic experiencing all in the space of therapy. Together we can investigate the ways in which you feel limited and also how you want to feel as your best self. With guidance and in a safe space, we can acknowledge the wounding and the healing capacity you have within yourself. Feel free or email me if you have any questions.

I work with adults, groups, adolescents, couples and families. In addition I consult with organizations on conflict-management, strategic planning and trauma concerns. I have a doctorate in psychology from Columbia University, as well as post-doctoral certificates in Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis, Group Psychotherapy, and the Supervision of the Psychoanalytic Process from the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health. I am the former President of the American Group Psychotherapy Association and a member of the American Psychological Association. I am a licensed psychologist in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. I am Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology

Stress, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues come in many forms and tend to mask our awareness of our strengths and resources. Yet, it is the struggles themselves that help us to change and grow. Understanding this paradox is one way to find meaning and purpose in life. My clients benefit from slowing down, tuning in to their inner wisdom, and finding solutions to the stress, emotional pain, or emptiness they experience. My approach is holistic and integrative to help you identify recurring patterns, heal traumas, and make positive changes in your life and in relationships.

Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle you can't break free from? You're not alone. Life throws us curveballs, and sometimes we need a supportive guide to help us navigate. That's where I come in. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey. You're the expert on your own life, and I'm here to listen with empathy, understanding, and a genuine desire to see you thrive. Together, we'll explore the root causes of your struggles and develop personalized strategies to create lasting change. My approach is warm, compassionate, and focused on building trust.