Parenting Therapists in Randolph, NJ
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Parenting difficult children and behavior management are part of my specialties.
I have over 30 years experience working with children and their families. I use creative techniques to address anxiety, impulsive behaviors, anger and depression. For children the most effective therapy is Play Therapy and for Adolescents, Cognitive Behavioral and creative techniques. I have extensive expereince working within these modalties
Parenting difficult children and behavior management are part of my specialties.
I have over 30 years experience working with children and their families. I use creative techniques to address anxiety, impulsive behaviors, anger and depression. For children the most effective therapy is Play Therapy and for Adolescents, Cognitive Behavioral and creative techniques. I have extensive expereince working within these modalties
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Megan Lukany
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CHES, LCSW
Verified Verified
Randolph, NJ 07869 (Online Only)
I provide psychoeducational counseling addressing parenting issues and developmental concerns.
(The best way out is always through. - Robert Frost) As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
I provide psychoeducational counseling addressing parenting issues and developmental concerns.
(The best way out is always through. - Robert Frost) As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life.
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Dobbs has a profound understanding of mood, anxiety, OCD, parenting, ADHD, executive functioning, life transitions, adjustment issues, and perinatal mental health.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dobbs has a profound understanding of mood, anxiety, OCD, parenting, ADHD, executive functioning, life transitions, adjustment issues, and perinatal mental health.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Are you a parent struggling to navigate the complex journey of raising a child with mental health challenges? You're not alone, and I'm here to help you find the support and guidance your child needs. I have long history of working with social, emotional and behavioral challenges, including, children with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, anger management issues, ODD, and ADHD. I support the kids and families I work with by promoting positive mental health, social skills, problem solving skills, conflict resolution, parent coaching & emotional regulation.
Are you a parent struggling to navigate the complex journey of raising a child with mental health challenges? You're not alone, and I'm here to help you find the support and guidance your child needs. I have long history of working with social, emotional and behavioral challenges, including, children with anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, anger management issues, ODD, and ADHD. I support the kids and families I work with by promoting positive mental health, social skills, problem solving skills, conflict resolution, parent coaching & emotional regulation.
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Phadadria M Randall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869 (Online Only)
I work with adults to treat anxiety, parenting issues, and stress related concerns.
Life happens! Whether it's a major life transition or a minor change, both can feel very overwhelming and throw you off balance. Perhaps you're anxious about navigating working full-time and parenthood? Maybe you had a painful breakup and picking up the pieces is more challenging than you thought? Or maybe you're in a situation that needs to change, but you're feeling stuck? Therapy is a safe space for you to release your thoughts, feelings, and emotions all while gaining a new perspective and learning new skills to help you live the prosperous life you deserve.
I work with adults to treat anxiety, parenting issues, and stress related concerns.
Life happens! Whether it's a major life transition or a minor change, both can feel very overwhelming and throw you off balance. Perhaps you're anxious about navigating working full-time and parenthood? Maybe you had a painful breakup and picking up the pieces is more challenging than you thought? Or maybe you're in a situation that needs to change, but you're feeling stuck? Therapy is a safe space for you to release your thoughts, feelings, and emotions all while gaining a new perspective and learning new skills to help you live the prosperous life you deserve.
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Welcome to our therapy practice dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of children, teens and fostering positive parent-child relationships. At our practice, we understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens and the crucial role parents play in their growth. Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is committed to providing a safe and engaging space for your child or teen to explore their feelings, build social skills, and develop resilience. With a collaborative approach, our multiple therapists work closely with the family or child to create tailored interventions.
Welcome to our therapy practice dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of children, teens and fostering positive parent-child relationships. At our practice, we understand the unique developmental needs of children and teens and the crucial role parents play in their growth. Our team of skilled and compassionate therapists is committed to providing a safe and engaging space for your child or teen to explore their feelings, build social skills, and develop resilience. With a collaborative approach, our multiple therapists work closely with the family or child to create tailored interventions.
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Jaclyn Leit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BC-TMH, CGIP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869
Waitlist for new clients
Because I have worked in private practice, hospital based, & at day programs, I am able to work with a variety of concerns: Depression, postpartum depression & postpartum anxiety, chronic medical issues, grief/loss, separation/divorce, parenting, changes in life circumstances, anxiety, cutting, eating issues, food allergies, substance abuse, OCD, and stress management.
No two individuals are the same & that is how I approach treatment. I make therapy fit your needs by drawing upon a variety of clinical frameworks to provide patient focused care. Therapy is about you & we focus on addressing what you want to heal. Working together, we build upon your strengths and help develop coping skills and support while working towards your goals. I have 2 decades of experience & I am trained to address many concerns. I see adults, adolescents & couples.
Because I have worked in private practice, hospital based, & at day programs, I am able to work with a variety of concerns: Depression, postpartum depression & postpartum anxiety, chronic medical issues, grief/loss, separation/divorce, parenting, changes in life circumstances, anxiety, cutting, eating issues, food allergies, substance abuse, OCD, and stress management.
No two individuals are the same & that is how I approach treatment. I make therapy fit your needs by drawing upon a variety of clinical frameworks to provide patient focused care. Therapy is about you & we focus on addressing what you want to heal. Working together, we build upon your strengths and help develop coping skills and support while working towards your goals. I have 2 decades of experience & I am trained to address many concerns. I see adults, adolescents & couples.
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David B. Kratka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869
I provide individual, parent-child, and family therapy modalities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Mountain Lakes, NJ. I work primarily with children and families, whose needs include divorce, trauma/loss, misbehaviors, parenting issues, selective mutism, ADHD, non-suicidal self injury, depression, anxieties, or other concerns. Children develop a level of comfort and rapport with me quickly, and I am able to determine the most effective course of treatment for the child and family. I focus on shorter-term treatment; I enable individuals and families to recognize and utilize healthy coping strategies.
I provide individual, parent-child, and family therapy modalities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Mountain Lakes, NJ. I work primarily with children and families, whose needs include divorce, trauma/loss, misbehaviors, parenting issues, selective mutism, ADHD, non-suicidal self injury, depression, anxieties, or other concerns. Children develop a level of comfort and rapport with me quickly, and I am able to determine the most effective course of treatment for the child and family. I focus on shorter-term treatment; I enable individuals and families to recognize and utilize healthy coping strategies.
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Michele Kaczmarek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Randolph, NJ 07869
As a therapist and a parent, I am well-aware of the difficult issues facing children and adolescents today.
I have 25 years of successful experience providing mental health services in a variety of settings, treating different age groups with diverse needs. My approach is strength-based and solution-focused. I am skilled at utilizing many counseling techniques and I individualize treatment approaches according to the unique needs of the client, ensuring better outcomes. I understand that finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with is vital to the therapeutic relationship. This enables you to make lasting changes and resolve issues that may have been causing dysfunctional patterns in your life. I believe it's important to treat clients compassionately, respectfully, and without judgement.
As a therapist and a parent, I am well-aware of the difficult issues facing children and adolescents today.
I have 25 years of successful experience providing mental health services in a variety of settings, treating different age groups with diverse needs. My approach is strength-based and solution-focused. I am skilled at utilizing many counseling techniques and I individualize treatment approaches according to the unique needs of the client, ensuring better outcomes. I understand that finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with is vital to the therapeutic relationship. This enables you to make lasting changes and resolve issues that may have been causing dysfunctional patterns in your life. I believe it's important to treat clients compassionately, respectfully, and without judgement.
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I am co-founder and partner at West Morris Psychological Associates and a NJ licensed psychologist. I treat all ages for a variety of mental health concerns, including: Adjustment Difficulties, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Child/Teen Behavioral Problems, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Parent-child conflict, Panic Disorder, Parenting Strategies, Pervasive Development Disorders including Asperger's Disorder, divorce, bereavement, and relationships, School Phobia, Separation Anxiety, Social Skills, and Trauma. I use individual, family, and group therapies.
I am co-founder and partner at West Morris Psychological Associates and a NJ licensed psychologist. I treat all ages for a variety of mental health concerns, including: Adjustment Difficulties, Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Child/Teen Behavioral Problems, Life Transitions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Parent-child conflict, Panic Disorder, Parenting Strategies, Pervasive Development Disorders including Asperger's Disorder, divorce, bereavement, and relationships, School Phobia, Separation Anxiety, Social Skills, and Trauma. I use individual, family, and group therapies.
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Bridges Counseling Ctr for Child & Family Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Randolph, NJ 07869
We expertly address anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, parenting, relationship problems, loss, divorce, family discord, life cycle changes, and LGBTQ.
When addressing life's most vulnerable impasses, we believe that strong relationship building and the development of an effective treatment plan involving insight and behavior change are the keys to success. Our therapists work with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families stuck in familiar but ineffective patterns of coping. We guide our clients through the process of change where keys to solution are courageously uncovered.
We expertly address anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral difficulties, ADHD, parenting, relationship problems, loss, divorce, family discord, life cycle changes, and LGBTQ.
When addressing life's most vulnerable impasses, we believe that strong relationship building and the development of an effective treatment plan involving insight and behavior change are the keys to success. Our therapists work with adults, children, adolescents, couples, and families stuck in familiar but ineffective patterns of coping. We guide our clients through the process of change where keys to solution are courageously uncovered.
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I conduct parenting workshops and consult to schools.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have conducted therapy for more than 27 years. I am caring and nonjudgmental. I create a safe and confidential place where you can feel supported to achieve your goals. I attended the University of Pennsylvania (BA) and California School of Professional Psychology (MA and PhD). I completed my post-doc at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). I am currently the director of Chester Psychological Assessment & Therapy, LLC. I am well-trained in diagnosis, assessment, and treatment. I have supervised and taught other psychologists as well as master's level therapists.
I conduct parenting workshops and consult to schools.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and have conducted therapy for more than 27 years. I am caring and nonjudgmental. I create a safe and confidential place where you can feel supported to achieve your goals. I attended the University of Pennsylvania (BA) and California School of Professional Psychology (MA and PhD). I completed my post-doc at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). I am currently the director of Chester Psychological Assessment & Therapy, LLC. I am well-trained in diagnosis, assessment, and treatment. I have supervised and taught other psychologists as well as master's level therapists.
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My private practice, Goodale Wellness, LLC, is located in Denville, NJ. I see clients both in-person and virtually. In my practice, I support children, adolescents, and their families, with a specialty of helping families heal during and after trauma, loss, and grief. During this time in our country, most people have been touched by trauma, loss, and grief of some kind or another. Since the global pandemic, many children struggled and are now facing challenges in their homes, schools, and social lives. At Goodale Wellness, LLC, we have experience with this and can help your child and your family heal and grow.
My private practice, Goodale Wellness, LLC, is located in Denville, NJ. I see clients both in-person and virtually. In my practice, I support children, adolescents, and their families, with a specialty of helping families heal during and after trauma, loss, and grief. During this time in our country, most people have been touched by trauma, loss, and grief of some kind or another. Since the global pandemic, many children struggled and are now facing challenges in their homes, schools, and social lives. At Goodale Wellness, LLC, we have experience with this and can help your child and your family heal and grow.
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Nicole Bolognini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869
Are your childhood memories confusing because you know you were cared for but never felt important? Perhaps you had emotionally immature parents or distant parents who met your basic needs but neglected your emotional needs. Do you often feel lonely, disconnected, and searching for love you didn't receive? Do you wonder why you often feel "not good enough," unlovable or unworthy? Perhaps you have found loving relationships but you still feel unfulfilled, untrusting or alone in life. You may even recall the early life events that triggered your mistrust of loving relationships, but you can't resolve these feelings.
Are your childhood memories confusing because you know you were cared for but never felt important? Perhaps you had emotionally immature parents or distant parents who met your basic needs but neglected your emotional needs. Do you often feel lonely, disconnected, and searching for love you didn't receive? Do you wonder why you often feel "not good enough," unlovable or unworthy? Perhaps you have found loving relationships but you still feel unfulfilled, untrusting or alone in life. You may even recall the early life events that triggered your mistrust of loving relationships, but you can't resolve these feelings.
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Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Michael Bodtmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience providing evidence based therapy. I believe people are capable of immense personal growth and change with therapy, and work with individuals and families to collaboratively work toward behavioral change, symptom alleviation, and improved overall wellness. My experience includes mental health and substance use treatment, school based services, and clinical and LCSW supervision. In addition to my clinical work, I am a senior lecturer at the Columbia School of Social Work. I believe in evidence based treatments and the importance of the therapeutic relationship.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience providing evidence based therapy. I believe people are capable of immense personal growth and change with therapy, and work with individuals and families to collaboratively work toward behavioral change, symptom alleviation, and improved overall wellness. My experience includes mental health and substance use treatment, school based services, and clinical and LCSW supervision. In addition to my clinical work, I am a senior lecturer at the Columbia School of Social Work. I believe in evidence based treatments and the importance of the therapeutic relationship.
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I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
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Emy Monday
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We repeat what we don't repair. If it feels like you or your child is stuck in a cycle that isn't working for you and you're at your limit and don't know how to make anything better, please know two things: you are not alone and we can repair this. I am a licensed psychologist and I offer psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and parents. I have experience treating a wide variety of concerns. My style is warm, empathic, genuine, and caring. I believe in the collaborative process of therapy and my primary focus is on building a supportive and safe therapeutic relationship to help you (or your kiddo) face life's challenges.
We repeat what we don't repair. If it feels like you or your child is stuck in a cycle that isn't working for you and you're at your limit and don't know how to make anything better, please know two things: you are not alone and we can repair this. I am a licensed psychologist and I offer psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and parents. I have experience treating a wide variety of concerns. My style is warm, empathic, genuine, and caring. I believe in the collaborative process of therapy and my primary focus is on building a supportive and safe therapeutic relationship to help you (or your kiddo) face life's challenges.
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 15 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression. Life transitions such as a new career, a recent graduation, transition to college, or issues with relationships all increase stress, sometimes to uncomfortable levels. Therapy can help us understand how we are feeling and learn ways to manage our emotions. I take an open, empathetic, and non-judgmental stance on the issues my clients present during sessions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker with over 15 years of experience working with adults, adolescents, and families. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression. Life transitions such as a new career, a recent graduation, transition to college, or issues with relationships all increase stress, sometimes to uncomfortable levels. Therapy can help us understand how we are feeling and learn ways to manage our emotions. I take an open, empathetic, and non-judgmental stance on the issues my clients present during sessions.
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Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.