Humanistic Therapists in Montclair, NJ
Lynne Eisenbrand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07043
We will embark on a journey together with strengths-based humanistic models, sometimes using cognitive and behavioral techniques.
Have you reached a crossroads in life where it feels difficult to move forward? Are you facing challenges from an illness, disability, or chronic pain? Isolation? Financial stress? Or just the inevitability of aging? I can assure you that no matter the circumstances, you can bring hope, joy, meaning, and human connection back into your life. Often, people who face difficult situations feel overwhelmed and hopeless. They pull away from friends and family. They feel little pleasure in activities they had enjoyed in the past. And sometimes they fall into habits that hurt themselves or others.
We will embark on a journey together with strengths-based humanistic models, sometimes using cognitive and behavioral techniques.
Have you reached a crossroads in life where it feels difficult to move forward? Are you facing challenges from an illness, disability, or chronic pain? Isolation? Financial stress? Or just the inevitability of aging? I can assure you that no matter the circumstances, you can bring hope, joy, meaning, and human connection back into your life. Often, people who face difficult situations feel overwhelmed and hopeless. They pull away from friends and family. They feel little pleasure in activities they had enjoyed in the past. And sometimes they fall into habits that hurt themselves or others.
I have experience providing individual and school counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults in therapeutic and academic settings. I have an integrative approach to therapy and tailor it to best serve each individual personally. My approaches include humanistic and cognitive behavioral that facilitate change for individual’s coping with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, and other life challenges.
I have experience providing individual and school counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults in therapeutic and academic settings. I have an integrative approach to therapy and tailor it to best serve each individual personally. My approaches include humanistic and cognitive behavioral that facilitate change for individual’s coping with adjustment issues, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, and other life challenges.
Stuart H Clutterbuck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
I specialize in person-centered therapy, CBT, DBT, and a humanistic approach for a host of issues including depression, stress, anxiety, relationships, family issues, & grief and loss.
There is little in this life I have found more uplifting then helping people overcome challenges and return to experiencing life in the present moment, where there is true peace, joy, and stillness. I believe in the power of each individual to take control of their lives and in doing so - accomplish their goals, feel happy, present and alive. We all benefit from connecting to a trusted source we can share deeply personal things with, opening ourselves in vulnerable ways with no risk of judgment. I take great pride in being that person for many and am blessed to do this work. This is my gift and I look forward to sharing it with you.
I specialize in person-centered therapy, CBT, DBT, and a humanistic approach for a host of issues including depression, stress, anxiety, relationships, family issues, & grief and loss.
There is little in this life I have found more uplifting then helping people overcome challenges and return to experiencing life in the present moment, where there is true peace, joy, and stillness. I believe in the power of each individual to take control of their lives and in doing so - accomplish their goals, feel happy, present and alive. We all benefit from connecting to a trusted source we can share deeply personal things with, opening ourselves in vulnerable ways with no risk of judgment. I take great pride in being that person for many and am blessed to do this work. This is my gift and I look forward to sharing it with you.
I am a therapist who specializes in working alongside adults & young adults living with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, and/or OCD. I view therapy as a process of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing, whether from difficult personal events or experiences with social marginalization. My approach to therapy is humanistic, collaborative, & integrative, which aims to honor that each person seeking support has unique identities, values, experiences, & needs. I ground my work in various evidence-based practices, including narrative therapy, mindfulness-based & somatic approaches, motivational interviewing, etc.
I am a therapist who specializes in working alongside adults & young adults living with addiction, depression, trauma, anxiety, and/or OCD. I view therapy as a process of self-discovery, empowerment, and healing, whether from difficult personal events or experiences with social marginalization. My approach to therapy is humanistic, collaborative, & integrative, which aims to honor that each person seeking support has unique identities, values, experiences, & needs. I ground my work in various evidence-based practices, including narrative therapy, mindfulness-based & somatic approaches, motivational interviewing, etc.
Jonathan Stepansky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
I employ a psychodynamic and humanistic approach to assist clients in this understanding and process.
Hello and welcome. It is easy to become upset when we experience hardships and lack a safe and supportive environment in which to work through them. Nor does it help when, owing to circumstances beyond our control, we find it difficult to be ourselves and lose touch with what makes us "us." What has been found helpful in such circumstances is a trusting and respectful relationship with a therapist. Such a relationship, and the insight it promotes, can facilitate growth, empowerment, and positive change.
I employ a psychodynamic and humanistic approach to assist clients in this understanding and process.
Hello and welcome. It is easy to become upset when we experience hardships and lack a safe and supportive environment in which to work through them. Nor does it help when, owing to circumstances beyond our control, we find it difficult to be ourselves and lose touch with what makes us "us." What has been found helpful in such circumstances is a trusting and respectful relationship with a therapist. Such a relationship, and the insight it promotes, can facilitate growth, empowerment, and positive change.
Dr. Harvey Charles Peters
Counselor, PhD, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07043 (Online Only)
Our emotions, thoughts, relationships, identities, and experiences shape how we process, cope, and find meaning in life's rewarding and stressful moments. I work with you to build a professional relationship fostering mutuality, understanding, bravery, empowerment, and accountability. I use humanistic, experiential, attachment, mindfulness, emotion-focused, and relational-cultural approaches to support individuals, couples, and families achieve their goals, liberation, and desired sense of self. Recognizing our social-cultural-political nature, I help clients explore these aspects to live more authentically, fully, and healthily.
Our emotions, thoughts, relationships, identities, and experiences shape how we process, cope, and find meaning in life's rewarding and stressful moments. I work with you to build a professional relationship fostering mutuality, understanding, bravery, empowerment, and accountability. I use humanistic, experiential, attachment, mindfulness, emotion-focused, and relational-cultural approaches to support individuals, couples, and families achieve their goals, liberation, and desired sense of self. Recognizing our social-cultural-political nature, I help clients explore these aspects to live more authentically, fully, and healthily.
My work is guided by psychodynamic and humanistic principles; however, I believe in the value of an integrative approach to therapy.
I work with motivated adults who are open to introspection and eager to explore the complexity of their problems. My clients struggle with a range of issues including life stressors and career problems, and many grapple with their sense of self and purpose, moral conflicts, and negative self-thoughts. Many seek my help to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, and to address social disorders, relationship issues, and career difficulties.
My work is guided by psychodynamic and humanistic principles; however, I believe in the value of an integrative approach to therapy.
I work with motivated adults who are open to introspection and eager to explore the complexity of their problems. My clients struggle with a range of issues including life stressors and career problems, and many grapple with their sense of self and purpose, moral conflicts, and negative self-thoughts. Many seek my help to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, and to address social disorders, relationship issues, and career difficulties.
Emily Sarah Krause
Licensed Professional Counselor, Emily, S, Krause, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
I utilize a humanistic approach and combine eclectic methods, including CBT to meet client preference and address goals.
Welcome to my page! I am a full time clinical counselor at my own private practice Krause Therapy LLC. See my website- www.krausetherapyllc.com. I hold license in two states; a Massachusetts (LMHC), New Jersey (LPC), and am a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) as well as a Nationally Board Certified Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). I currently practice online via Telemental Counseling per insurance plan approval and sliding scale basis. Also, I am offering individual supervision opportunities for LACs and provisional LMHCs for state licensure. Please contact me if interested at krausetherapyllc@gmail.com.
I utilize a humanistic approach and combine eclectic methods, including CBT to meet client preference and address goals.
Welcome to my page! I am a full time clinical counselor at my own private practice Krause Therapy LLC. See my website- www.krausetherapyllc.com. I hold license in two states; a Massachusetts (LMHC), New Jersey (LPC), and am a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) as well as a Nationally Board Certified Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). I currently practice online via Telemental Counseling per insurance plan approval and sliding scale basis. Also, I am offering individual supervision opportunities for LACs and provisional LMHCs for state licensure. Please contact me if interested at krausetherapyllc@gmail.com.
Heather Batten - Holistic Trauma Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
Using a humanistic and holistic approach, we’ll look at your childhood and intergenerational patterns which are limiting you.
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?
Using a humanistic and holistic approach, we’ll look at your childhood and intergenerational patterns which are limiting you.
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?
Melissa Badia
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
My approach is humanistic and existential. I focus on the individual, not on categorizations or labels. I tailor each treatment plan to meet the individual and unique needs of every single client. I help clients to become more self-aware and to understand what he or she might be needing/wanting. My intention is to help clients concentrate on the here and now while offering empathy, understanding, and compassion. By creating a supportive environment, it is my belief that individuals will feel safe and welcomed. I believe in creating a space that allows for open communication without the fear of judgement.
My approach is humanistic and existential. I focus on the individual, not on categorizations or labels. I tailor each treatment plan to meet the individual and unique needs of every single client. I help clients to become more self-aware and to understand what he or she might be needing/wanting. My intention is to help clients concentrate on the here and now while offering empathy, understanding, and compassion. By creating a supportive environment, it is my belief that individuals will feel safe and welcomed. I believe in creating a space that allows for open communication without the fear of judgement.
Dr. Yessenia Guglielmi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, DLitt, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
CBT/DBT, transpersonal, humanistic, somatic, intuition & creativity.
Identify personal challenges and achieve goals. Gain a stronger sense of self-awareness, rediscover your inner strengths and connect to restorative practices. I can guide you on your journey from pain/survival to thriving and enjoying a fulfilling life. Soy Latina, hablo Espanol. My expertise is grounded in over 25 years of experience with strong intuition and empathic listening. I work with individuals and couples. I offer online Tele-therapy counseling. I am a writer and enjoy working with creative and artistic personalities. Restore, Recover, Renew!
CBT/DBT, transpersonal, humanistic, somatic, intuition & creativity.
Identify personal challenges and achieve goals. Gain a stronger sense of self-awareness, rediscover your inner strengths and connect to restorative practices. I can guide you on your journey from pain/survival to thriving and enjoying a fulfilling life. Soy Latina, hablo Espanol. My expertise is grounded in over 25 years of experience with strong intuition and empathic listening. I work with individuals and couples. I offer online Tele-therapy counseling. I am a writer and enjoy working with creative and artistic personalities. Restore, Recover, Renew!
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My goal is to create a safe space where everyone can feel heard and validated. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, and transitional issues. I have a passion for working with adolescents, both individually and with their families. Adolescence can be a challenging times for families and I believe in creating an open environment for encouraging both communication and the acceptance of needed privacy. I have extensive training and experience in systemic family therapy. This means that I am able to treat not only the individual, but also the entire family of origin, where appropriate.
My goal is to create a safe space where everyone can feel heard and validated. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, and transitional issues. I have a passion for working with adolescents, both individually and with their families. Adolescence can be a challenging times for families and I believe in creating an open environment for encouraging both communication and the acceptance of needed privacy. I have extensive training and experience in systemic family therapy. This means that I am able to treat not only the individual, but also the entire family of origin, where appropriate.
Danielle Bachant
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MT-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
As a queer therapist, I work through a client-centered, trauma-informed lens to build therapeutic rapport. I believe that prioritizing one's mental health is essential. I strive to empower clients to take up space and view their self-care as a priority, rather than a luxury.
As a queer therapist, I work through a client-centered, trauma-informed lens to build therapeutic rapport. I believe that prioritizing one's mental health is essential. I strive to empower clients to take up space and view their self-care as a priority, rather than a luxury.
With over ten years of experience, primarily in health & chronic illness, I am acutely aware of the toll that stress can take on your body. In specialize in coping with many types of stressors including: adoption & adoption triad (adoptee, adoptive parents & birth parents) separation & divorce parental alienation & estrangement grief, loss & ambiguous loss coping with uncertainty relationship conflicts between partners, adult children and/or aging parents caregiver burnout pandemic stress loss of independence aging & life transitions insomnia low self-esteem, shame & guilt narcissistic abuse emotional, physical etc.
With over ten years of experience, primarily in health & chronic illness, I am acutely aware of the toll that stress can take on your body. In specialize in coping with many types of stressors including: adoption & adoption triad (adoptee, adoptive parents & birth parents) separation & divorce parental alienation & estrangement grief, loss & ambiguous loss coping with uncertainty relationship conflicts between partners, adult children and/or aging parents caregiver burnout pandemic stress loss of independence aging & life transitions insomnia low self-esteem, shame & guilt narcissistic abuse emotional, physical etc.
Hi! My name is Dr. Ed Callaghan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and am fully licensed in the state of New Jersey. I am a Founder of the Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ and it’s Director of Child Services. I specialize in working with preschool and school-age children as well as adolescents and adults. I am especially proficient at working with children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavioral problems, and school-related difficulties--especially problems related to academics and poor drive/motivation. I am also VERY SUCCESSFUL at bridging conflictual relationships between children and their parents.
Hi! My name is Dr. Ed Callaghan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and am fully licensed in the state of New Jersey. I am a Founder of the Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ and it’s Director of Child Services. I specialize in working with preschool and school-age children as well as adolescents and adults. I am especially proficient at working with children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavioral problems, and school-related difficulties--especially problems related to academics and poor drive/motivation. I am also VERY SUCCESSFUL at bridging conflictual relationships between children and their parents.
As a clinical psychologist, I have been trained in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds and with a range of presenting concerns. I work primarily within a relational, integrative, multicultural framework. I have had particular training/experience in treatments for anxiety/panic disorders and phobias; cognitive therapy for depression and mood disorders; bereavement/grief; immigrant populations/acculturative stress; bi-cultural/ multi-ethnic/racial identity issues; intersectionality; college students; women's issues/trauma; and coming-out issues across cultures.
As a clinical psychologist, I have been trained in working with individuals, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds and with a range of presenting concerns. I work primarily within a relational, integrative, multicultural framework. I have had particular training/experience in treatments for anxiety/panic disorders and phobias; cognitive therapy for depression and mood disorders; bereavement/grief; immigrant populations/acculturative stress; bi-cultural/ multi-ethnic/racial identity issues; intersectionality; college students; women's issues/trauma; and coming-out issues across cultures.
Keith Brouca
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
When you come to me, it's totally normal to wonder how therapy works. I've been in your shoes, feeling unsure about it all. Therapy can seem mysterious and overwhelming. That's why I focus on connecting with you and helping you deal with what's happening in your life right now. In my six years of helping people, I've seen how we can overcome anxiety, depression, and fears together. I've also supported clients dealing with tough situations like loss, family issues, and trauma. And just so you know, I'm here to support everyone, no matter where they fall on the LGBTQI+ spectrum.
When you come to me, it's totally normal to wonder how therapy works. I've been in your shoes, feeling unsure about it all. Therapy can seem mysterious and overwhelming. That's why I focus on connecting with you and helping you deal with what's happening in your life right now. In my six years of helping people, I've seen how we can overcome anxiety, depression, and fears together. I've also supported clients dealing with tough situations like loss, family issues, and trauma. And just so you know, I'm here to support everyone, no matter where they fall on the LGBTQI+ spectrum.
As a psychologist I work collaboratively with my clients to address their concerns (both in-person and via teleheath). I have extensive experience working from an interpersonal perspective with adolescents and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, trauma, loss and adjustment to life changes (e.g. illness, divorce). I believe it is important to explore how a client's family background, culture and social environment play a role in the challenges my clients are experiencing. I view people as resilient and help clients to use their strengths and resources to make positive changes in their lives.
As a psychologist I work collaboratively with my clients to address their concerns (both in-person and via teleheath). I have extensive experience working from an interpersonal perspective with adolescents and adults dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues, trauma, loss and adjustment to life changes (e.g. illness, divorce). I believe it is important to explore how a client's family background, culture and social environment play a role in the challenges my clients are experiencing. I view people as resilient and help clients to use their strengths and resources to make positive changes in their lives.
Michael Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042
Waitlist for new clients
It’s hard being human. In our short window of time on earth we will have moments of great joy and beauty, but also experiences of sadness, stress, and pain. We are confronted with a difficult problem - how do we deal effectively with a reality that spans all different feelings and experiences? Often we deal with them in ineffective ways that leave us feeling worse off than when we started. There is hope, however. Together we can work together to recognize the patterns you're stuck in, learn skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings more effectively, and work towards a rich and meaningful life.
It’s hard being human. In our short window of time on earth we will have moments of great joy and beauty, but also experiences of sadness, stress, and pain. We are confronted with a difficult problem - how do we deal effectively with a reality that spans all different feelings and experiences? Often we deal with them in ineffective ways that leave us feeling worse off than when we started. There is hope, however. Together we can work together to recognize the patterns you're stuck in, learn skills to manage difficult thoughts and feelings more effectively, and work towards a rich and meaningful life.
Jackie Tassiello
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT, ATCS, LPAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
I specialize in utilizing art therapy with individuals of all ages who are struggling with anxiety. When you are experiencing stress, overwhelm, grief, or times of change, it often affects every aspect of life. Art therapy is an engaging, collaborative form of therapy that combines traditional talk therapy approaches with the creative process. My adult clients often want to uncover new insights and explore themselves deeply to grow and heal, and my child and teenage clients are excited to use therapeutic art, writing, and play to process their experiences and learn new coping strategies.
I specialize in utilizing art therapy with individuals of all ages who are struggling with anxiety. When you are experiencing stress, overwhelm, grief, or times of change, it often affects every aspect of life. Art therapy is an engaging, collaborative form of therapy that combines traditional talk therapy approaches with the creative process. My adult clients often want to uncover new insights and explore themselves deeply to grow and heal, and my child and teenage clients are excited to use therapeutic art, writing, and play to process their experiences and learn new coping strategies.
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Humanistic Therapists
How does humanistic therapy work?
One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.
Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?
Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.
How long does humanistic therapy last?
The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is humanistic therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.