Anxiety Therapists in Ridgefield, NJ
Making the choice to start therapy can be intimidating, anxiety producing and scary.
Are you struggling to cope with or move on from a break up? Is today's dating world lowering your self esteem and leading you to question yourself? Are you feeling anxious when dating and hopeless about the future of your love life? Like you'll be alone forever or like no one will ever meet your needs? Do you constantly find yourself attaching to people who end up breaking your heart? Do you have it all together in other areas but when it comes to your love life, it's never stable? If so, you are not alone! I am the therapist for you. I've built my entire practice to help women who feel this way (because I've been there too!)
Making the choice to start therapy can be intimidating, anxiety producing and scary.
Are you struggling to cope with or move on from a break up? Is today's dating world lowering your self esteem and leading you to question yourself? Are you feeling anxious when dating and hopeless about the future of your love life? Like you'll be alone forever or like no one will ever meet your needs? Do you constantly find yourself attaching to people who end up breaking your heart? Do you have it all together in other areas but when it comes to your love life, it's never stable? If so, you are not alone! I am the therapist for you. I've built my entire practice to help women who feel this way (because I've been there too!)
Vanessa De Jesus Guzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
There is a lot that pulls you in a thousand directions as a mom. You're expected to run a seamless household, support your family, spend time with friends, and look good while doing it all. Advice from family and friends doesn't help much, and instead it leaves you more confused. Your older family members suggest parenting with a heavy hand how you were raised, but that doesn't feel good to you, or your kids. You wonder... how is it that other mothers seem to have it all together? You can allow motherhood to take over your well-being, or you can get support from a licensed therapist - who looks like you and totally gets it.
There is a lot that pulls you in a thousand directions as a mom. You're expected to run a seamless household, support your family, spend time with friends, and look good while doing it all. Advice from family and friends doesn't help much, and instead it leaves you more confused. Your older family members suggest parenting with a heavy hand how you were raised, but that doesn't feel good to you, or your kids. You wonder... how is it that other mothers seem to have it all together? You can allow motherhood to take over your well-being, or you can get support from a licensed therapist - who looks like you and totally gets it.
Barbara Altman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ridgefield, NJ 07657 (Online Only)
We can't can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending. Welcome to my Psychology Today profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples Therapist in private practice in Edgewater, New Jersey. I have over 30 years of counseling experience helping adults, couples and families who are struggling through difficult life situations and challenging relationships.
We can't can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending. Welcome to my Psychology Today profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Couples Therapist in private practice in Edgewater, New Jersey. I have over 30 years of counseling experience helping adults, couples and families who are struggling through difficult life situations and challenging relationships.
Salvador Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, ICGC-I
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ridgefield, NJ 07657
Everyone’s mental health and wellness journey is different. We, at the North Jersey Wellness Center take your experiences, background, beliefs, and lifestyle to help you navigate through your life. We will work together to create a treatment plan based on your unique needs, challenges, and goals. Finding the right care for our clients is our primary goal. We focus on what matters to you, to achieve the results you want.
Everyone’s mental health and wellness journey is different. We, at the North Jersey Wellness Center take your experiences, background, beliefs, and lifestyle to help you navigate through your life. We will work together to create a treatment plan based on your unique needs, challenges, and goals. Finding the right care for our clients is our primary goal. We focus on what matters to you, to achieve the results you want.
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Mika Fukuyoshi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Finding the right therapist is a hard process and it requires intuition, courage, patience, and readiness to be vulnerable. I work with adults from diverse backgrounds and my focus is to provide you with a safe and nonjudgmental space with deep compassion and respect for your unique identity and your life story. You may be overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, guilt, sadness, and or anger. You may be tired of feeling not good enough, struggling to trust others, or you are stuck with traumatic memories from the past. No matter how hopeless you may feel, healing is possible and support is available for you to take.
Finding the right therapist is a hard process and it requires intuition, courage, patience, and readiness to be vulnerable. I work with adults from diverse backgrounds and my focus is to provide you with a safe and nonjudgmental space with deep compassion and respect for your unique identity and your life story. You may be overwhelmed with anxiety, fear, guilt, sadness, and or anger. You may be tired of feeling not good enough, struggling to trust others, or you are stuck with traumatic memories from the past. No matter how hopeless you may feel, healing is possible and support is available for you to take.
Ramaya Farooq
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping women with high-functioning anxiety understand the biology behind their anxiety and develop practical skills to heal their nervous system.
Are you a hardworking woman who’s constantly on the go but still feels unfulfilled? You might excel in your career, keep up with all your responsibilities, and appear "high-functioning" on the outside, but inside, you’re feeling exhausted, restless, and stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts and low motivation. Despite all your efforts, finding the time and support to take care of yourself has been challenging, and the stress is beginning to take a toll on your physical health. You may notice signs like muscle tension, headaches, digestive issues, or disrupted sleep—indications that your body is stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
I specialize in helping women with high-functioning anxiety understand the biology behind their anxiety and develop practical skills to heal their nervous system.
Are you a hardworking woman who’s constantly on the go but still feels unfulfilled? You might excel in your career, keep up with all your responsibilities, and appear "high-functioning" on the outside, but inside, you’re feeling exhausted, restless, and stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts and low motivation. Despite all your efforts, finding the time and support to take care of yourself has been challenging, and the stress is beginning to take a toll on your physical health. You may notice signs like muscle tension, headaches, digestive issues, or disrupted sleep—indications that your body is stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
After working for the past 6.5 years closely with survivors of sexual abuse at a prominent NYC hospital, I have developed a strong passion for continuing my work with survivors. Recently, many survivors are being triggered by events in the worlds of entertainment, national, and local news. The increased reporting has created significant public awareness leading people to flashback to painful and traumatic events of childhood and adult sexual abuse. You do not have to live alone with those memories, thoughts, feelings, anxiety, and depression. If untreated, the effects of trauma can have a lasting life impact.
After working for the past 6.5 years closely with survivors of sexual abuse at a prominent NYC hospital, I have developed a strong passion for continuing my work with survivors. Recently, many survivors are being triggered by events in the worlds of entertainment, national, and local news. The increased reporting has created significant public awareness leading people to flashback to painful and traumatic events of childhood and adult sexual abuse. You do not have to live alone with those memories, thoughts, feelings, anxiety, and depression. If untreated, the effects of trauma can have a lasting life impact.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a focus on adults and young adults seeking individual counseling. My work experience is around women's issues, domestic violence, financial abuse, diagnostics, anxiety, and depression, along with case managment in exploring all treatment and resource options.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a focus on adults and young adults seeking individual counseling. My work experience is around women's issues, domestic violence, financial abuse, diagnostics, anxiety, and depression, along with case managment in exploring all treatment and resource options.
Colleen Makowsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Secaucus, NJ 07094 (Online Only)
My passion is helping others. Learning how to move through problems instead of resisting them reduces uncomfortable feelings. How we respond to life determines our level of fulfillment. I help clients improve life functioning and relationships in order to reach their potential. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-esteem, eating disorders, school/academic issues, and relationship turmoil can get in the way.
My passion is helping others. Learning how to move through problems instead of resisting them reduces uncomfortable feelings. How we respond to life determines our level of fulfillment. I help clients improve life functioning and relationships in order to reach their potential. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, self-esteem, eating disorders, school/academic issues, and relationship turmoil can get in the way.
It can improve physical health by reducing stress, anxiety, depression, and their consequences.
Seeking help is a sign of strength. You don't have to feel alone or helpless. Dealing promptly with your psychological and social problems is essential for you and the people you love and care about. Together we can uncover solutions to help you live your happy, healthy life. Are you going through difficult times? You and I will work together to help you gain control over emotions, achieve safer and closer relationships, bring improvements in your behavior, reduce or eliminate unwanted and distressing thoughts, restore lost motivation, or just recover the joy of life.
It can improve physical health by reducing stress, anxiety, depression, and their consequences.
Seeking help is a sign of strength. You don't have to feel alone or helpless. Dealing promptly with your psychological and social problems is essential for you and the people you love and care about. Together we can uncover solutions to help you live your happy, healthy life. Are you going through difficult times? You and I will work together to help you gain control over emotions, achieve safer and closer relationships, bring improvements in your behavior, reduce or eliminate unwanted and distressing thoughts, restore lost motivation, or just recover the joy of life.
Richa Sikka-The Therapy Spot NJ, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, CCATP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Certified Anxiety Specialist offering teletherapy to clients all over NJ & NY. Sometimes talking is the best answer. I am a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Tele-Mental Health Provider. My perspective to therapy is relational and psychodynamic. I have helped individuals respond to challenging emotions by building a healthy outlook through introspection. My work using evidence based practice in treating anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress management, helps building better, healthier you.
Certified Anxiety Specialist offering teletherapy to clients all over NJ & NY. Sometimes talking is the best answer. I am a board certified Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Tele-Mental Health Provider. My perspective to therapy is relational and psychodynamic. I have helped individuals respond to challenging emotions by building a healthy outlook through introspection. My work using evidence based practice in treating anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, stress management, helps building better, healthier you.
For more than 25 years, I have worked with children, teens, and adults coping with a variety of problems and situations. Through therapy, I believe that people can develop greater insight and more adaptive, life-affirming ways of coping with their unique difficulties and circumstances. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, health problems, loss, grief, and relationship/family/parenting issues. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City.
For more than 25 years, I have worked with children, teens, and adults coping with a variety of problems and situations. Through therapy, I believe that people can develop greater insight and more adaptive, life-affirming ways of coping with their unique difficulties and circumstances. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, health problems, loss, grief, and relationship/family/parenting issues. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City.
Tali Marcus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Bergen, NJ 07047
I have experience with a diverse group of issues including: grief, anxiety, depression, and loss of identity, marital/relationship issues, and disruptive life changes.
If you are reading this, you are looking to make changes in your life. The three areas where I can help you make the changes you are looking for, even if you do not yet know the specifics yourself, are changing how you feel, changing specific behaviors, and changing patterns of thought. I like to work quickly and honestly, but I will tailor your therapy to your individual needs. What this means is that you will be given a safe and judgment free space in which to examine and execute the changes that will lead to a happier and more enjoyable life.
I have experience with a diverse group of issues including: grief, anxiety, depression, and loss of identity, marital/relationship issues, and disruptive life changes.
If you are reading this, you are looking to make changes in your life. The three areas where I can help you make the changes you are looking for, even if you do not yet know the specifics yourself, are changing how you feel, changing specific behaviors, and changing patterns of thought. I like to work quickly and honestly, but I will tailor your therapy to your individual needs. What this means is that you will be given a safe and judgment free space in which to examine and execute the changes that will lead to a happier and more enjoyable life.
Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
I, Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP, deal with the following issues and symptoms in my Private Practice: ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Eating Disorders/Body Image, Internet/Online Problems, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adolescent-Parent/Authority Difficulties, School Phobia/School Refusal/Separation, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem/Confidence,Gay/Lesbian/Gender/SexualityDivorce/Marital Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Social Anxiety, Substance Abuse Depression/ Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disdorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Issues, Smoking/Addictions, Available Weekends COVID low fee available
I, Susan S. Turkenkopf, MSW, LCSW, CGP, deal with the following issues and symptoms in my Private Practice: ADHD, Asperger's Syndrome, Eating Disorders/Body Image, Internet/Online Problems, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Adolescent-Parent/Authority Difficulties, School Phobia/School Refusal/Separation, Learning Disabilities, Self-Esteem/Confidence,Gay/Lesbian/Gender/SexualityDivorce/Marital Issues, Bipolar Disorder, Anger Management, Social Anxiety, Substance Abuse Depression/ Anxiety/ Panic Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disdorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Issues, Smoking/Addictions, Available Weekends COVID low fee available
Katherine Kehoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
I am eager to work with individuals of all ages who suffer from anxiety, depression, ruminating thoughts, unwanted behaviors and the disease of addiction.
Are you looking for a safe, comfortable place to work through life’s emotional ups and downs, stressors, traumas or behaviors that may be getting in the way of obtaining the best life possible? Look no further. I am Katherine and I am here to help you tap into yourselves and the powers within you to unlock a life beyond your wildest dreams. Through telehealth therapy you will be able to work with me from your home in order to improve the areas of life that are just no longer serving you
I am eager to work with individuals of all ages who suffer from anxiety, depression, ruminating thoughts, unwanted behaviors and the disease of addiction.
Are you looking for a safe, comfortable place to work through life’s emotional ups and downs, stressors, traumas or behaviors that may be getting in the way of obtaining the best life possible? Look no further. I am Katherine and I am here to help you tap into yourselves and the powers within you to unlock a life beyond your wildest dreams. Through telehealth therapy you will be able to work with me from your home in order to improve the areas of life that are just no longer serving you
Mildred Adrianna Simplicio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC-M, CCATP, CSAM
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ridgefield Park, NJ 07660 (Online Only)
Through our work together, we embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment, breaking free from the confines of anxiety and depression to embrace your best life!.
Meet me! I am a multi-cultural professional offering both English & Spanish services in New York and New Jersey. Providing support to adults of all ages, who are interested in developing increased self-awareness and understanding of those life experiences, trauma that may stand in the way to reach their life goals, life aspirations. As a driven, motivated, and compassionate professional that seeks to extend support to each client through their journey toward healing, personal growth, and well-being. In my many years of experience, I have worked with clients with personality, mood, anxiety disorders and addiction recovery.
Through our work together, we embark on a path of self-discovery and empowerment, breaking free from the confines of anxiety and depression to embrace your best life!.
Meet me! I am a multi-cultural professional offering both English & Spanish services in New York and New Jersey. Providing support to adults of all ages, who are interested in developing increased self-awareness and understanding of those life experiences, trauma that may stand in the way to reach their life goals, life aspirations. As a driven, motivated, and compassionate professional that seeks to extend support to each client through their journey toward healing, personal growth, and well-being. In my many years of experience, I have worked with clients with personality, mood, anxiety disorders and addiction recovery.
Maria Luisa Molina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Online Only)
Taking the step to share your story with a therapist is brave, and I commend you for prioritizing your emotional well-being. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can explore how your past impacts your present and future. My goal is to empower you with insights into your mental health while helping you manage treatment-resistant symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, PTSD, relationship issues, and difficult life transitions. I also assist with emotional regulation, relationship challenges, and coping with chronic health conditions. Together, we will work toward lasting healing and positive change.
Taking the step to share your story with a therapist is brave, and I commend you for prioritizing your emotional well-being. I provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space where we can explore how your past impacts your present and future. My goal is to empower you with insights into your mental health while helping you manage treatment-resistant symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, PTSD, relationship issues, and difficult life transitions. I also assist with emotional regulation, relationship challenges, and coping with chronic health conditions. Together, we will work toward lasting healing and positive change.
Philip Augustine Herbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSW
Verified Verified
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
I am a psychoanalyst by training, interested in resolving the causes of symptoms. Psychoanlysis is unique among therapies in that it not only seeks to alleviate psychic and emotional pain, but opens us to our own unique interiority so that we are able to live more meaningful and fulfilling lives. I have been a practicing therapist for thirty years, working psychodynamically and utilizing advanced training in psychoanalysis. My specialty is working with individuals suffering from Trauma, Depression and Anxiety. I am licensed in New York and New Jersey. I have offices in Fort Lee, Teaneck, and Lincoln Park.
I am a psychoanalyst by training, interested in resolving the causes of symptoms. Psychoanlysis is unique among therapies in that it not only seeks to alleviate psychic and emotional pain, but opens us to our own unique interiority so that we are able to live more meaningful and fulfilling lives. I have been a practicing therapist for thirty years, working psychodynamically and utilizing advanced training in psychoanalysis. My specialty is working with individuals suffering from Trauma, Depression and Anxiety. I am licensed in New York and New Jersey. I have offices in Fort Lee, Teaneck, and Lincoln Park.
Luisa Fernanda Moreno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, HTP, INHC
Verified Verified
Leonia, NJ 07605
Luisa has experience working with clients undergoing various mental health difficulties, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma and stress-related issues.
Luisa Moreno is a licensed master social worker who specializes in holistic health and spiritual healing. Luisa received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Penn State University and her Master of Social Work from Marywood University. She is a certified integrative nutrition health coach who is currently working on her Doctor of Philosophy in Holistic Medicine & Healing Nutrition from the University of Natural Health.
Luisa has experience working with clients undergoing various mental health difficulties, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, trauma and stress-related issues.
Luisa Moreno is a licensed master social worker who specializes in holistic health and spiritual healing. Luisa received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Penn State University and her Master of Social Work from Marywood University. She is a certified integrative nutrition health coach who is currently working on her Doctor of Philosophy in Holistic Medicine & Healing Nutrition from the University of Natural Health.
Elena Kardonsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010
I can help you to feel stable and deal with your challenges! As a professional psychotherapist I offer psychological counseling, support and empowerment, and help you to navigate through the most uncertain times in your life. If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, peer pressure, unstable relationships, or just want to feel fulfilled, empowered, or happier in any area of your life, I am here for you. I carefully guide you to obtain necessary coping skills and healing resources to achieve your personal goals and emotional stability in all areas of your life.
I can help you to feel stable and deal with your challenges! As a professional psychotherapist I offer psychological counseling, support and empowerment, and help you to navigate through the most uncertain times in your life. If you experience stress, anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, peer pressure, unstable relationships, or just want to feel fulfilled, empowered, or happier in any area of your life, I am here for you. I carefully guide you to obtain necessary coping skills and healing resources to achieve your personal goals and emotional stability in all areas of your life.
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Anxiety Therapists
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.