Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Sea Girt, NJ

Life doesn't have to be such a struggle. I provide a warm, empathic, therapeutic environment where you can discover your strengths, heal your past and continue forward. You can learn skills to deal with life and relationships- including your relationship with yourself!

You’re an empathic, sensitive and creative woman who is finally ready to motivate and find meaning, but stuck in a negative spiral and struggling with emotions. Many creative and empathic women struggle with highly sensitive temperaments and appear typical on the outside but often feel like a hot mess and struggle in their relationships, parenting, careers, health. We can’t get rid of emotions, nor do we want to! It’s what makes us human! Anyone can benefit from learning ways to better regulate or express emotions. Anxiety and emotions can suck, but I can help you cope better.

Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with dieting and changing your body size? Are you struggling with your body image and disordered eating/eating disorder? Are you looking for a different approach to handle life stressors? Finding a counselor to fit your needs may seem impossible and overwhelming. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and trust your therapist. I specialize in working with teenagers and adults who suffer from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other life stressors. My goal is to improve my client's overall mood and increase their ability to cope with life stress.

With over 10 years of experience working at a psychiatric hospital specializing in inpatient involuntary psychiatric care, I bring extensive expertise in addiction treatment and mental health care. I utilize a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to support my clients. My approach is calm, kind, and non-judgmental, ensuring a warm and compassionate environment. Our sessions will be a safe space where you can express yourself freely, and together we will develop personalized strategies to help you manage your symptoms and enhance your well-being.

The minute you start talking about it, it becomes easier. Rachel is a clinical psychotherapist, specializing in treatment for adolescents/adults. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Delaware, and later earned her Masters of Social Work from Monmouth University. With extensive experience in clinical practice, working with individuals, groups and couples, Rachel is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a varied spectrum of patients. She believes the success in therapy develops from a good balance between the patient and therapist as well as the individualized treatment approach.

I'm Helena Gage, a licensed clinical social worker, having earned my Masters in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2018. With years of experience, I've supported adolescents and adults facing various mental health and substance use challenges, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and more. My approach involves meeting clients where they are in life and aiding them in achieving their treatment goals.

Let's face it- navigating the ups, downs, and obstacles of life is overwhelming. I want to let you know that you are not alone. I'm here to be with you as you face challenges offering validation, insight, and encouragement every step of the way. My approach to therapy is grounded in compassion, empathy, and genuine belief in your value and worth. I incorporate techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness into my sessions.

"It's your mind that creates this world"- Buddha . When we can learn how to think differently, we feel and act differently. I believe we all have a healing capacity to overcome the challenges within ourselves. Together, we can work to promote the change and self-acceptance you desire.

As licensed therapist I believe we can transform our struggles into chances to learn and grow. I strive to help clients gain insight into how to cope with their various life circumstances and emotional health. I work with various populations, specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, relational concerns, parenting needs, self-esteem, substance use, and trauma. My therapy style is open, direct, genuine, accepting, nonjudgmental, honest, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Your needs are unique, and I believe therapy should be also.

Therapy is a delicate balance of acceptance and change. I use a person-centered approach to create a validating environment in which you can open up, feel genuinely cared for, and develop a trusting therapeutic relationship. I can guide you through the complex process of change. I can offer skills and techniques for improving your life in the short term while the work of learning how to change your thinking takes place. I primarily practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) which I have extensive training and experience with, and also use techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).

"Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind and spirit." ~B.K.S. Iyengar * * * A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body and a healthy soul. My goal is to partner with you in looking at your life-story, and identifying and overcoming the blockages to a peaceful way of being. Psychotherapy is a wonderful opportunity to find balance and restore a sense of wholeness and perspective on our purpose in life. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space in my practice for this to occur.