Therapists in Montclair, NJ

Welcome to the Psych Center. We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call: 973-587-8040 or email us.

Finding the right therapist can be difficult. Let’s make it easier. By working together we can develop a personalized plan for you. I provide a friendly and inviting atmosphere, in an exceptional therapeutic environment. Using meditation, Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), we develop constructive skills for you to use in everyday life. Every person who walks in my door is unique and treated with compassion. Tengo fluidez en espaniol y mucha experiencia con parejas latinas.

I treat depression, anxiety, relationships, disappointments and losses, parenting, couples, individuals and families. Conflict and distress can stem from many sources-life upheavals, separation, divorce, trauma, death, unexpected disappointments, mourning what we have lost or never had. Therapy is a process of Self discovery-understanding what makes you-you and Your unique personal issues. My role is to help you unlock whatever has or is preventing you from reaching your personal goals and the quality of life you desire. Together we will explore pathways to change or acceptance to free you to move forward..

With over a decade of experience in various mental health settings, I'm here to support you on your journey through life's changes. In working with young adults from diverse backgrounds, I understand the unique challenges you may face. Whether it's anxiety, depression, or overwhelming stress, together we'll navigate these challenges, build resilience, and uncover paths to growth and fulfillment.

Your mental health matters. Therapy requires vulnerability and the courage to do something different especially when you're hurting. If you have become overwhelmed by difficulties that make it hard for you to function, you have come to the right place. If you are an empath like me, you know that the formula for living your best life is to heal your emotions. Family and friends cannot always help you get through the challenges of life; a good therapist can. The power of healing is a remarkable feeling.

We are collectively experiencing trauma due to events like the pandemic, climate change, violence in our communities, and political strife. Trauma therapy techniques can help us explore how direct or indirect challenges are impacting our lives. Together, with kindness and compassion, we will gain a deep understanding of your life experience and identify, augment, and employ your strengths to the fullest. Individual growth and stability are possible when we are willing to look at all aspects of ourselves and apply that learning and understanding when navigating our lives in the chaotic world we live in.

Before going into private practice, I was a Clinical Manager at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC. After the September 11th attacks, I was retained by major corporations to provide counseling to employees suffering from trauma. In 1993, I co-founded the NYC Balkan Rape Crisis Task Force and traveled to Croatia to provide assistance to war survivors. In addition to my work experience, I have extensive post-graduate training... I have a Certificate from the Women's Therapy Centre Institute in Eating and Body Image Problems and from the Center for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis of New Jersey in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy.

I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of adults suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, & substance abuse difficulties. I work from an evidence-based framework with emphasis on mindfulness practice, acceptance of difficult internal experiences, and valued-based living to increase quality of life. This approach to treatment is known as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). ACT proposes that painful human experiences and life's struggles are all inevitable, and teaches how to learn acceptance of inevitable human difficulties and continuing to live a rich and meaningful life.

We decide to seek out a therapist for a myriad of reasons. Many of us suffer with social anxiety, chronic low self-esteem or a persistent sense of sadness or loneliness. Many also suffer from recurring trauma related experiences, leading to sleeping or eating disturbances, substance abuse, and panic. These persistent, intractable feelings often make it difficult to function optimally in our daily lives. They interfere with our ability to develop and sustain fulfilling relationships and prevent us from achieving our dreams and goals.

Hi I’m Jake and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My goal is to provide a supportive and safe environment for people that are struggling with a mental health issue/crisis. Ive been an outpatient individual therapist since 2007 and have experiences with many types of issues and varying levels of severity. I strive to be open-minded, non judgmental, and as honest as I can be.

I’m a clinical counselor and somatic experiencing practitioner, specializing in Polyvagal coaching. I focus on recent advancements in mind-body connection that allow us to change our sensory reaction to stress in order to maximize the way we perform in our various fields, with a soft specialty in athletic performance. My focus on somatic experiencing through a polyvagal lens suggests a holistic understanding of how trauma manifests in the body and how it can be healed.

I have established a private practice that is a warm, nonjudgemental, confidential, and culturally sensitive setting. In this comfortable environment you will feel safe to explore and resolve any issues that have become to challenging for you to resolve on your own. I am an experienced professional, licensed by the State of New Jersey. Depending on your needs I provide individual, marital/couples, and/or family counseling. My education and experience include psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and ego resolution, as well as spiritual counseling which make this a successful comprehensive service.

I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals cope with stress, loss, fear, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and adjustment to life changes. I work collaboratively with clients to establish a trusting and supportive relationship, set goals for therapy, build upon strengths to increase confidence and self-esteem, and work toward resolving issues.

I specialize in treating personality, mood, and anxiety disorders in adolescents and adults, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, relational psychoanalysis, and attachment theory. I also work with parents of children ages 5-12 on behavioral issues using Parent Management Training.

Nothing in life is permanent; dealing with change and loss is inevitable. I believe that how we cope with these life transitions often defines who we are and who we will become. Working with people dealing with grief and loss, as well as with people in the arts confronting creative challenges, has been the focus of my practice for over 30 years. I've also worked extensively with young people who are gifted but considered "quirky" or socially awkward, with the goal of helping them realize the value of what they have to offer others.

UNFORTUNATELY AT THIS TIME MY SCHEDULE DOES NOT ALLOW ME TO TAKE ON NEW PATIENTS / CLIENTS. I have been a psychotherapist for 30+ years and as of 2005 my practice has focused exclusively on matters of grief and loss. Losing a loved one(s) or anticipating loss can be the most painful experience in our lifetime. Everyone's life story is unique as is one's passage through grief. There is no standard fixed road map to follow but there can be a way to create what will work specifically for you and your needs and desires.

Changes and transitions are the only constant in life often creating feelings of confusion, lack of motivation, and worthlessness. Are you a struggling with the newness of a different environment? Are you having difficulties coping through life changes? Or unsure how to take the first step in your journey? Together we can create a safe space to explore and process what you are feeling while learning and implementing new coping skills.

Hi there! I am a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with evidence-based approaches. Based in New Jersey, I've had the privilege of practicing psychology for over two decades. For the past 15 years, I have served as an adjunct professor at the undergraduate and graduate levels, guiding and supervising students. For the past 3 years I have worked as a staff psychologist at Montclair State University, assessing and providing therapy for college students. In my practice, I blend compassion with scientific rigor, tailoring treatment plans to meet each individual's unique needs & goals.

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, work issues, or relationship problems, I am here to help. I have many years of experience helping individuals and couples overcome the internal and external roadblocks that prevent them from living the life they want to lead. I can help you heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, a lack of intimacy and/or emotional connection, chronic arguing, low self-esteem and negative thought patterns. I am an empathic listener and help people identify and resolve underlying emotional patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that contribute to their current problems.