Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Mountainside, NJ
Mariel Gold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountainside, NJ 07092 (Online Only)
Through blending psychodynamic, humanistic, and mindfulness-oriented approaches, I offer my clients a truly safe space for deep emotional processing and critical self-analysis.
My therapy practice is currently dedicated to supporting women and mothers. My greatest passion is to provide supportive, heart-centered, counseling to new and expecting mothers as they transition through pregnancy, parenthood, and beyond.
Through blending psychodynamic, humanistic, and mindfulness-oriented approaches, I offer my clients a truly safe space for deep emotional processing and critical self-analysis.
My therapy practice is currently dedicated to supporting women and mothers. My greatest passion is to provide supportive, heart-centered, counseling to new and expecting mothers as they transition through pregnancy, parenthood, and beyond.
Laura Morra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountainside, NJ 07092
Are you facing a challenging situation in your life? Perhaps you are trying to recover from a difficult break-up. Or you may be trying to resolve conflicts in a relationship with a partner, family member, co-worker or boss. Your struggle may be an internal one, such as dealing with behavior that feels out of control, confusion over sexual orientation, gender identity or other issues affecting self-esteem. Utilizing a combination of mindfulness, cognitive therapy, insight oriented and trauma based approaches, my goal is to foster a compassionate view of yourself as you deal with life's challenges.
Are you facing a challenging situation in your life? Perhaps you are trying to recover from a difficult break-up. Or you may be trying to resolve conflicts in a relationship with a partner, family member, co-worker or boss. Your struggle may be an internal one, such as dealing with behavior that feels out of control, confusion over sexual orientation, gender identity or other issues affecting self-esteem. Utilizing a combination of mindfulness, cognitive therapy, insight oriented and trauma based approaches, my goal is to foster a compassionate view of yourself as you deal with life's challenges.
Trish Dooley Budsock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092
I welcome individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, maladaptive coping, chronic pain, low self-esteem, complex trauma, and grief. Formal training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and EMDR have been integral tools in my development as a therapist. I have the ability to engage with clients who are in distress, and my goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where growth and solutions can emerge. I also have extensive experience in training mental health and other healthcare providers in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I welcome individuals who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, maladaptive coping, chronic pain, low self-esteem, complex trauma, and grief. Formal training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and EMDR have been integral tools in my development as a therapist. I have the ability to engage with clients who are in distress, and my goal is to create a safe, nurturing environment where growth and solutions can emerge. I also have extensive experience in training mental health and other healthcare providers in a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Jonna Berman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CAGS
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092
My goal is to help you feel less anxious and depressed and live life to your potential. I will help you develop the necessary skills to increase self-confidence and feel empowered while discovering your strengths, building support systems, and creating healthy lifestyles. Through my holistic and integrative approaches, I call upon the mind-body connection to help you achieve your goals.
My goal is to help you feel less anxious and depressed and live life to your potential. I will help you develop the necessary skills to increase self-confidence and feel empowered while discovering your strengths, building support systems, and creating healthy lifestyles. Through my holistic and integrative approaches, I call upon the mind-body connection to help you achieve your goals.
Change your life! With hundreds of studies indicating that practical problem solving counseling works most effectively, I utilize with my clients a highly effective form of therapy. Get some of the most effective types of assistance with your depression, anxiety or relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy provides support for your concerns from the beginning. Assisting with pragmatic therapy and over 20 yrs of experience. Whether it is that you are feeling blue, concerned with anxiety and worries or relationship problems, call today to speak with me about how you can apply highly effective easy to utilize approaches.
Change your life! With hundreds of studies indicating that practical problem solving counseling works most effectively, I utilize with my clients a highly effective form of therapy. Get some of the most effective types of assistance with your depression, anxiety or relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy provides support for your concerns from the beginning. Assisting with pragmatic therapy and over 20 yrs of experience. Whether it is that you are feeling blue, concerned with anxiety and worries or relationship problems, call today to speak with me about how you can apply highly effective easy to utilize approaches.
My belief regarding therapy is that it takes a strong person to make the decision to seek it; to acknowledge s/he may need some help. I offer a warm,supportive, and interactive environment. My experience in the field of social work is vast and because it exceeds 20 years, I am able to offer assistance in many areas.I believe we all have strengths we may/not be aware of. Therapy often helps a person to be more aware of his/her strengths and often provides an impetus for change.
My belief regarding therapy is that it takes a strong person to make the decision to seek it; to acknowledge s/he may need some help. I offer a warm,supportive, and interactive environment. My experience in the field of social work is vast and because it exceeds 20 years, I am able to offer assistance in many areas.I believe we all have strengths we may/not be aware of. Therapy often helps a person to be more aware of his/her strengths and often provides an impetus for change.
Our mind is the most powerful muscle in our body. In order for changes to occur we must attend to and continuously strengthen our minds. Therapy offers an opportunity to tap into our strengths and weaknesses , develop clarity, reshape negative perspectives and situations, and express our concerns and desires within a safe and unbiased environement. Regardless of one's religious/spiritual beliefs, we all long for a life of happiness and peace.
Our mind is the most powerful muscle in our body. In order for changes to occur we must attend to and continuously strengthen our minds. Therapy offers an opportunity to tap into our strengths and weaknesses , develop clarity, reshape negative perspectives and situations, and express our concerns and desires within a safe and unbiased environement. Regardless of one's religious/spiritual beliefs, we all long for a life of happiness and peace.
Debbie Ferraro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092
You're a woman who wants to understand herself better: how you're showing up in relationships, who "you" are outside of your responsibilities, and what gets in the way of feeling more connected within yourself and with others. Maybe you’ve experienced a loss or significant transition in life, or maybe negative self-talk or relationship struggles are wearing you down. You know life doesn’t have to feel like this, but there is so much on your shoulders these days—it hasn't felt possible to find the time, space, and skills you need to create change. But now you’re ready to lean in, with curiosity and courage, to what has held you back.
You're a woman who wants to understand herself better: how you're showing up in relationships, who "you" are outside of your responsibilities, and what gets in the way of feeling more connected within yourself and with others. Maybe you’ve experienced a loss or significant transition in life, or maybe negative self-talk or relationship struggles are wearing you down. You know life doesn’t have to feel like this, but there is so much on your shoulders these days—it hasn't felt possible to find the time, space, and skills you need to create change. But now you’re ready to lean in, with curiosity and courage, to what has held you back.
Melissa Seifer Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountainside, NJ 07092
I believe that psychotherapy and coaching are gifts you give yourself. For the past 20 years, I have helped many competent, well-educated men and women whose lives, while "good on paper," are unsatisfying. They feel empty despite successes and have difficulties maintaining healthy relationships with loved ones. My clients feel stuck in their lives and want to make productive changes. I help them examine the ways they repeat the patterns which only lead us to disappointment. I can help you identify these roadblocks to happiness and guide you to create the life you want and deserve.
I believe that psychotherapy and coaching are gifts you give yourself. For the past 20 years, I have helped many competent, well-educated men and women whose lives, while "good on paper," are unsatisfying. They feel empty despite successes and have difficulties maintaining healthy relationships with loved ones. My clients feel stuck in their lives and want to make productive changes. I help them examine the ways they repeat the patterns which only lead us to disappointment. I can help you identify these roadblocks to happiness and guide you to create the life you want and deserve.
Seeking help when it is needed is the best way to end feelings of helplessness. I will help you to sort out your problems and discover ways to address them in a gentle, non-judgemental setting. I have been helping people sort through difficult issues for over 20 years. I use my experience and skills, post-graduate training and humor to help my clients identify and utilize ways to get through life's difficult periods.
Seeking help when it is needed is the best way to end feelings of helplessness. I will help you to sort out your problems and discover ways to address them in a gentle, non-judgemental setting. I have been helping people sort through difficult issues for over 20 years. I use my experience and skills, post-graduate training and humor to help my clients identify and utilize ways to get through life's difficult periods.
Erika M Herits
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountainside, NJ 07092
Thank you for taking the time to consider me as your therapist. It is important for you to feel comfortable with the therapist of your choice as you begin your journey towards overall wellness. Are you finding yourself flooded with irrational thoughts not knowing what to do? Are you feeling exhausted from putting on the happy face every day when you really are afraid of failing? Are you looking to gain confidence and control over what matters most? If so, give me a call. We can chat over the phone to see what you’re looking for and how I might be able to help. If I'm not a good fit, I'd be happy to provide you with other referrals.
Thank you for taking the time to consider me as your therapist. It is important for you to feel comfortable with the therapist of your choice as you begin your journey towards overall wellness. Are you finding yourself flooded with irrational thoughts not knowing what to do? Are you feeling exhausted from putting on the happy face every day when you really are afraid of failing? Are you looking to gain confidence and control over what matters most? If so, give me a call. We can chat over the phone to see what you’re looking for and how I might be able to help. If I'm not a good fit, I'd be happy to provide you with other referrals.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092 (Online Only)
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
Meghan Quinlan-Ilich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092 (Online Only)
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families on issues related to addiction, infidelity and trust, self esteem, depression, anxiety, life changes, divorce, identifying goals, grief and loss as well as caregiver stress and elder adult issues and transitions. I have also worked with clients that are struggling with their identity, motivation and setting goals. I have experience with exposure response therapy to assist those with OCD. I also use trauma informed care to work with those who have experienced traumatic events from abuse to loss.
I have experience working with individuals, couples and families on issues related to addiction, infidelity and trust, self esteem, depression, anxiety, life changes, divorce, identifying goals, grief and loss as well as caregiver stress and elder adult issues and transitions. I have also worked with clients that are struggling with their identity, motivation and setting goals. I have experience with exposure response therapy to assist those with OCD. I also use trauma informed care to work with those who have experienced traumatic events from abuse to loss.
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
Dana Lustig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mountainside, NJ 07092 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have 24 years experience in areas of anxiety, depression, coping skills, trauma, family dynamics, co-parenting, life transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem/identity and peer relationships. I balance empathetic listening and validation with a gentle nudge when it is time to do the work needed to make progress. Treatment will be tailored to your needs and may include Strength-Based, Solution-Focused, Attachment Based, and Mindful Practice modalities, among others. Mindfulness is not just telling clients to “take a deep breath”. It's more about learning coping strategies and making trauma-sensitive choices.
I have 24 years experience in areas of anxiety, depression, coping skills, trauma, family dynamics, co-parenting, life transitions, grief and loss, self-esteem/identity and peer relationships. I balance empathetic listening and validation with a gentle nudge when it is time to do the work needed to make progress. Treatment will be tailored to your needs and may include Strength-Based, Solution-Focused, Attachment Based, and Mindful Practice modalities, among others. Mindfulness is not just telling clients to “take a deep breath”. It's more about learning coping strategies and making trauma-sensitive choices.
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Roger Boetsch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901 (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach is informed by psychodynamic and attachment theories, current developments in neuroscience and psychotherapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral interventions.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for several things, including: relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety,and stress; healing from past and present hurts and abuses; and personal growth and change. I work with difficulties that people experience currently, as well as issues that have their origins in the past, but continue to influence one's experiences. I work so that the therapy session is a safe place for you to express yourself, including things that are difficult and troubling, as well as a place for greater self understanding and for learning the skills that will lead to change and greater happiness for you.
My therapeutic approach is informed by psychodynamic and attachment theories, current developments in neuroscience and psychotherapy, mindfulness, and cognitive behavioral interventions.
Psychotherapy provides an opportunity for several things, including: relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety,and stress; healing from past and present hurts and abuses; and personal growth and change. I work with difficulties that people experience currently, as well as issues that have their origins in the past, but continue to influence one's experiences. I work so that the therapy session is a safe place for you to express yourself, including things that are difficult and troubling, as well as a place for greater self understanding and for learning the skills that will lead to change and greater happiness for you.
Sometimes what we are searching for already exists within us, we just need help finding it. In therapy I help you to reflect and reacquaint yourself with what you need to feel most alive. Through building self-compassion and mindfulness I can help you to feel more present in your life. My treatment approach combines active exploration and practical solutions to aid you in discovering an authentic and meaningful life. I will help you to highlight your personal strengths in order to better adjust to life transitions, improve relationships and better understand emotions/behaviors.
Sometimes what we are searching for already exists within us, we just need help finding it. In therapy I help you to reflect and reacquaint yourself with what you need to feel most alive. Through building self-compassion and mindfulness I can help you to feel more present in your life. My treatment approach combines active exploration and practical solutions to aid you in discovering an authentic and meaningful life. I will help you to highlight your personal strengths in order to better adjust to life transitions, improve relationships and better understand emotions/behaviors.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, and supervise at The William Alanson White Institute. I work intensively with individuals, couples, families, and groups. For the past 25 years I have specialized in mindfulness and health psychology.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, and supervise at The William Alanson White Institute. I work intensively with individuals, couples, families, and groups. For the past 25 years I have specialized in mindfulness and health psychology.
Maria M Runfolo-McCormack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Westfield, NJ 07090
I have been a psychotherapist since May of 1999. I cover many types of challenges that you might be facing. However, please feel free to give me a call so that you can interview me to see if you feel a good vibe and feel that I will be able to guide you to a better place than you are in now. I am a great proponent of Mindfulness and Meditation, which I have recently been spending a lot of time studying and practicing for myself. I do not push this on others. Everyone has something different that works for them. Let's go on that journey together so that we can fill your toolbox with things that will always be there for you!!
I have been a psychotherapist since May of 1999. I cover many types of challenges that you might be facing. However, please feel free to give me a call so that you can interview me to see if you feel a good vibe and feel that I will be able to guide you to a better place than you are in now. I am a great proponent of Mindfulness and Meditation, which I have recently been spending a lot of time studying and practicing for myself. I do not push this on others. Everyone has something different that works for them. Let's go on that journey together so that we can fill your toolbox with things that will always be there for you!!
I use grounding techniques, mindfulness, CBT, and psycho-education to help clients navigate their problems and mental health struggles.
My ideal client would be a middle-aged woman struggling with depression and anxiety and grieving the loss of a child, husband, or a close family member. I would start by assessing her needs and using the Beck depression inventory scale and the Beck depression anxiety inventory scale. I would use grounding techniques and CBT, such as scheduling activities, positive affirmations, and psycho-education on depression and anxiety. I would also encourage journaling, writing five things for which they are thankful daily, and writing letters to the deceased person.
I use grounding techniques, mindfulness, CBT, and psycho-education to help clients navigate their problems and mental health struggles.
My ideal client would be a middle-aged woman struggling with depression and anxiety and grieving the loss of a child, husband, or a close family member. I would start by assessing her needs and using the Beck depression inventory scale and the Beck depression anxiety inventory scale. I would use grounding techniques and CBT, such as scheduling activities, positive affirmations, and psycho-education on depression and anxiety. I would also encourage journaling, writing five things for which they are thankful daily, and writing letters to the deceased person.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.