Psychoanalytic Therapists in Short Hills, NJ

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Jeffrey Pusar
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
It includes short-term therapy on specific issues, ongoing consultation, or intensive psychoanalytic therapy.
My practice specializes in helping people deal with life's increasingly complex challenges with special focus on the psychological demands of finding joy and happiness in one's life. Treatment includes finding one's inner authentic self which gets lost in the face of life's problems. My focus includes helping people cope with emotional isolation and loneliness as well as developing and maintaining one's personal life to find happiness, fulfillment and intimacy in primary relationships. My practice also includes helping women find pleasure and satisfaction in dealing with the impossible balance of work, home and relationship life.
It includes short-term therapy on specific issues, ongoing consultation, or intensive psychoanalytic therapy.
My practice specializes in helping people deal with life's increasingly complex challenges with special focus on the psychological demands of finding joy and happiness in one's life. Treatment includes finding one's inner authentic self which gets lost in the face of life's problems. My focus includes helping people cope with emotional isolation and loneliness as well as developing and maintaining one's personal life to find happiness, fulfillment and intimacy in primary relationships. My practice also includes helping women find pleasure and satisfaction in dealing with the impossible balance of work, home and relationship life.
(732) 852-7034 View (732) 852-7034
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Shanni Liang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
You are stuck in a dark maze carrying the crushing pressure of the world to succeed on your chest. While everybody is at the finish line of the race, you are handcuffed to the beginning of the line. The isolation and loneliness feel like a void in the pit of your stomach that is never filled. The emotions are like waves in the ocean, when it comes, it drowns you, and when it's quiet, it's boxed up in a container ready to explode. My post-grad includes the New York School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy with extensive training in AEDP (focus on here-and-now relational and body - somatic) and EMDR for dating and breakups.
You are stuck in a dark maze carrying the crushing pressure of the world to succeed on your chest. While everybody is at the finish line of the race, you are handcuffed to the beginning of the line. The isolation and loneliness feel like a void in the pit of your stomach that is never filled. The emotions are like waves in the ocean, when it comes, it drowns you, and when it's quiet, it's boxed up in a container ready to explode. My post-grad includes the New York School for Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy with extensive training in AEDP (focus on here-and-now relational and body - somatic) and EMDR for dating and breakups.
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Robin Gershon Halpern
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdM, LPC
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
My clients say that I am caring, warm, easy to talk to, solution focused and skilled. My goal for you is to feel better, heal, make positive changes and have a successful happy life. During my 25 years of experience I have worked with children, teens, schools, individuals, couples, families and groups with struggles from life circumstances, anxiety and depression. My expertise is with helping the special needs family navigate the complicated array of needs, including school issues and integrate the emotions and counseling needs of the child/teen and family as a whole. I work with many families where there is a child or adult with Autism and ADHD. Where ADHD is present, in addition to counseling, I provide coaching and organizational strategies.
My clients say that I am caring, warm, easy to talk to, solution focused and skilled. My goal for you is to feel better, heal, make positive changes and have a successful happy life. During my 25 years of experience I have worked with children, teens, schools, individuals, couples, families and groups with struggles from life circumstances, anxiety and depression. My expertise is with helping the special needs family navigate the complicated array of needs, including school issues and integrate the emotions and counseling needs of the child/teen and family as a whole. I work with many families where there is a child or adult with Autism and ADHD. Where ADHD is present, in addition to counseling, I provide coaching and organizational strategies.
(973) 355-6043 View (973) 355-6043
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Amy Roter
Counselor, MA, LPC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Are you feeling stuck in sadness, frustration or overwhelmed? Do you feel like circumstances out of your control are getting in the way of your happiness? Are you watching your child suffer and you do not know how to help them? You are not alone. So many people suffer in silence. I am so proud of you that you made it here! My job is to connect with you, hear your story and what you need, and help you get that in a way that works for you. Therapy is not one size fits all, and it mainly depends on how you feel with me, so reach out for a phone call, and let’s see if I can help you.
Are you feeling stuck in sadness, frustration or overwhelmed? Do you feel like circumstances out of your control are getting in the way of your happiness? Are you watching your child suffer and you do not know how to help them? You are not alone. So many people suffer in silence. I am so proud of you that you made it here! My job is to connect with you, hear your story and what you need, and help you get that in a way that works for you. Therapy is not one size fits all, and it mainly depends on how you feel with me, so reach out for a phone call, and let’s see if I can help you.
(973) 577-9057 View (973) 577-9057
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Salony Setya
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , MA
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Hello, I’m an integrative therapist and life coach. I work with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, grief, transitions and relationship issues. I also work with couples and families using IFS and Emotionally Focused therapy. I believe in meeting you where you are in life and creating a genuine, safe and non-judgemental space where you can connect and build a relationship with your inner Self and be guided by your inner wisdom in your journey of healing, growth and development.
Hello, I’m an integrative therapist and life coach. I work with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, grief, transitions and relationship issues. I also work with couples and families using IFS and Emotionally Focused therapy. I believe in meeting you where you are in life and creating a genuine, safe and non-judgemental space where you can connect and build a relationship with your inner Self and be guided by your inner wisdom in your journey of healing, growth and development.
(973) 528-1811 View (973) 528-1811
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Kevin Wittenberg, Psychologist and Psychoanalyst
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078  (Online Only)
Our capacity to connect, both with ourselves (i.e. our passions, feelings, and body) and with others, is crucial to our feelings of well-being. When we connect, we generally feel a sense of aliveness in ourselves and the world. When we can't connect, we feel anxious, isolated, empty, or depressed. I feel my job is to help clients to more fully connect to the range of their experiences. I help adults, adolescents, and couples explore why they lose connection. I help them identify, understand, and overcome the deep root of their disconnection. I help them find well-being, which gives me great joy.
Our capacity to connect, both with ourselves (i.e. our passions, feelings, and body) and with others, is crucial to our feelings of well-being. When we connect, we generally feel a sense of aliveness in ourselves and the world. When we can't connect, we feel anxious, isolated, empty, or depressed. I feel my job is to help clients to more fully connect to the range of their experiences. I help adults, adolescents, and couples explore why they lose connection. I help them identify, understand, and overcome the deep root of their disconnection. I help them find well-being, which gives me great joy.
(908) 829-6698 View (908) 829-6698
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Scherzer Clinical & Behavioral Psychology, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with mental health issues such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Trichotillomania, OCD, Social Anxiety and Depression. I have extensive clinical experience with a variety of ages from adolescence through later in adulthood. I bring a unique perspective to my practice as a Licensed Psychologist (4865), a Certified School Psychologist, and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. I use a collaborative and practical approach in working with my clients.
I specialize in working with teens and adults struggling with mental health issues such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder, ADHD, Mood Disorders, Trichotillomania, OCD, Social Anxiety and Depression. I have extensive clinical experience with a variety of ages from adolescence through later in adulthood. I bring a unique perspective to my practice as a Licensed Psychologist (4865), a Certified School Psychologist, and a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. I use a collaborative and practical approach in working with my clients.
(862) 260-8939 View (862) 260-8939
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Elaine Sedelnikova
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MSPsy, LP, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
I am a certified Jungian analyst, and I bring my knowledge of psychodynamic therapy to help people deal with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. My goal is to empower my patients on the road to self-insight and self-discovery while giving voice to their everyday needs and concerns. My area of expertise includes careful observation of thoughts, feelings, and unconscious motives so that you can become aware and mindful of your reality and any repeating patterns that keep bringing you pain and suffering.
I am a certified Jungian analyst, and I bring my knowledge of psychodynamic therapy to help people deal with depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. My goal is to empower my patients on the road to self-insight and self-discovery while giving voice to their everyday needs and concerns. My area of expertise includes careful observation of thoughts, feelings, and unconscious motives so that you can become aware and mindful of your reality and any repeating patterns that keep bringing you pain and suffering.
(347) 289-7330 View (347) 289-7330
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Jonathan Shehee
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MFA, LP, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
You are dissatisfied with your life, particularly in your relationships or your search for a partner. You may be anxious, losing sleep, and even feeling depressed sometimes. Maybe you keep dating and breaking up with the same people, and you need to break the cycle. Or you may be in a committed, loving relationship, but you feel like your partner is constantly putting you down and making you feel bad about yourself. Perhaps you feel like no matter how hard you try, it's never good enough for the people around you.
You are dissatisfied with your life, particularly in your relationships or your search for a partner. You may be anxious, losing sleep, and even feeling depressed sometimes. Maybe you keep dating and breaking up with the same people, and you need to break the cycle. Or you may be in a committed, loving relationship, but you feel like your partner is constantly putting you down and making you feel bad about yourself. Perhaps you feel like no matter how hard you try, it's never good enough for the people around you.
(917) 746-0883 View (917) 746-0883
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Rosalind Dorlen
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Dr. Rosalind S. Dorlen, board certified, clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, has been in full-time, independent practice of psychology in Summit, NJ for over 25 years, specializing in the treatment of adults, adolescents, and couples, with a special interest in psychological issues associated with chronic illness. Dr. Dorlen is a certified psychoanalyst, diplomate in Clinical Psychology, and member of the teaching faculty at the Institute for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy of New Jersey. She serves as a field supervisor of doctoral students at the Rutgers University Graduate School of Professional Psychology. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association.
Dr. Rosalind S. Dorlen, board certified, clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst, has been in full-time, independent practice of psychology in Summit, NJ for over 25 years, specializing in the treatment of adults, adolescents, and couples, with a special interest in psychological issues associated with chronic illness. Dr. Dorlen is a certified psychoanalyst, diplomate in Clinical Psychology, and member of the teaching faculty at the Institute for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy of New Jersey. She serves as a field supervisor of doctoral students at the Rutgers University Graduate School of Professional Psychology. She is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association.
(908) 522-1444 View (908) 522-1444
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Beth Sklar-Baker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078  (Online Only)
It's not easy to walk into an office and speak to a stranger about your most personal struggles with the hope that they might actually help you. This requires trust that the therapist knows what they are doing and a sense of safety that they like and care about you. Therapy is first about building a trusting relationship, and then about using the best available therapeutic approaches to heIp you get relief from pain, stress, and conflicts.
It's not easy to walk into an office and speak to a stranger about your most personal struggles with the hope that they might actually help you. This requires trust that the therapist knows what they are doing and a sense of safety that they like and care about you. Therapy is first about building a trusting relationship, and then about using the best available therapeutic approaches to heIp you get relief from pain, stress, and conflicts.
(973) 250-2412 View (973) 250-2412
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Jamie Schutz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078  (Online Only)
Whether facing an acute crisis or looking to work through ongoing issues, we all need extra support at different times in our lives. My approach to therapy is multifaceted and addresses symptom relief as well as exploration of underlying patterns that lead to problematic behavior.
Whether facing an acute crisis or looking to work through ongoing issues, we all need extra support at different times in our lives. My approach to therapy is multifaceted and addresses symptom relief as well as exploration of underlying patterns that lead to problematic behavior.
(908) 364-5733 View (908) 364-5733
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Nancy Kislin Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MFT
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Is stress overflowing into all aspects of your life, affecting the quality of your relationships? Are feelings of anxiety and depression keeping you stuck at your job or in your marriage? Are you constantly angry at your partner for not listening or understanding you? Perhaps you are always angry at your children for not listening to you? I can help you! I will listen and ask questions about other life issues. I am a committed, active member of your path toward symptom relief and deeper self-awareness., and together, we will develop strategies to deal with depression, anxiety, grief/separation,
Is stress overflowing into all aspects of your life, affecting the quality of your relationships? Are feelings of anxiety and depression keeping you stuck at your job or in your marriage? Are you constantly angry at your partner for not listening or understanding you? Perhaps you are always angry at your children for not listening to you? I can help you! I will listen and ask questions about other life issues. I am a committed, active member of your path toward symptom relief and deeper self-awareness., and together, we will develop strategies to deal with depression, anxiety, grief/separation,
(973) 814-4779 View (973) 814-4779
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Murphy Counseling & Consulting LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MHS-C, LCADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078  (Online Only)
Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.
Over 30 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans to server.
(973) 755-9295 View (973) 755-9295
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Andrea Kurzner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
As a therapist, my goal is to help patients cope with everyday stressors, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, chronic illness and grief. I have worked with teens and adults over the past 20 years, providing a warm, welcoming and safe environment, where a patient can safely explore their thoughts and feelings. I am offering on-line Telehealth sessions to help cope with these unique challenges for patients who live in New Jersey and New York. I also am offering in person sessions.
As a therapist, my goal is to help patients cope with everyday stressors, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, chronic illness and grief. I have worked with teens and adults over the past 20 years, providing a warm, welcoming and safe environment, where a patient can safely explore their thoughts and feelings. I am offering on-line Telehealth sessions to help cope with these unique challenges for patients who live in New Jersey and New York. I also am offering in person sessions.
(973) 564-1933 View (973) 564-1933
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Dr. Lois C Horowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078  (Online Only)
Dr. Horowitz is a psychotherapist based in New York and New Jersey. She sees clients throughout each state via Zoom sessions. She has over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, teacher, author, and supervisor. In her work as a psychotherapist, she helps individuals and couples to strengthen their capacities to cope with intense intolerable feelings, to restore or build trust in their relationships, and to gain tools to cope with life's challenges and crises. Many of her clients have attained considerable success in their lives, but want to address some quality of life issue that has felt beyond their reach.
Dr. Horowitz is a psychotherapist based in New York and New Jersey. She sees clients throughout each state via Zoom sessions. She has over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist, teacher, author, and supervisor. In her work as a psychotherapist, she helps individuals and couples to strengthen their capacities to cope with intense intolerable feelings, to restore or build trust in their relationships, and to gain tools to cope with life's challenges and crises. Many of her clients have attained considerable success in their lives, but want to address some quality of life issue that has felt beyond their reach.
(646) 583-3968 View (646) 583-3968
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Michael Hessdorf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Are you unhappy with your life? Do you long for a better, more loving and intimate relationship? Are you feeling that you are not fulfilled in your career? Do you want more out of your life? Are you repeating the same self-destructive patterns of behavior that are preventing you from living the life you want. Imagine your life where you are able to change your life story and live the life you want.
Are you unhappy with your life? Do you long for a better, more loving and intimate relationship? Are you feeling that you are not fulfilled in your career? Do you want more out of your life? Are you repeating the same self-destructive patterns of behavior that are preventing you from living the life you want. Imagine your life where you are able to change your life story and live the life you want.
(973) 671-8117 View (973) 671-8117
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Jennifer Wrubel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
As a caring, compassionate, intuitive trained professional, it’s my honor and life’s work to help you live your best life. I work with individuals and families (couples, adolescents and children.) My clients always feel welcome and valued as we work together. My goal is that you leave sessions with hope and acceptance, coupled with inspiration and energy heading you in the direction of your intentions and desires. As your therapist I will go above and beyond to be there for you. I offer times that can fit your schedule with night and weekend availability. I encourage you to reach out. I look forward to speaking with you!
As a caring, compassionate, intuitive trained professional, it’s my honor and life’s work to help you live your best life. I work with individuals and families (couples, adolescents and children.) My clients always feel welcome and valued as we work together. My goal is that you leave sessions with hope and acceptance, coupled with inspiration and energy heading you in the direction of your intentions and desires. As your therapist I will go above and beyond to be there for you. I offer times that can fit your schedule with night and weekend availability. I encourage you to reach out. I look forward to speaking with you!
(646) 762-6157 View (646) 762-6157
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Maureen Kritzer-Lange
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Short Hills, NJ 07078
I am a psychoanalyst with over 25 years of experience helping women overcome eating disorders, body image issues, improve self esteem, and work through the challenges of life transitions, stress, anxiety and depression. I provide an empathetic and empowering approach in a supportive and safe space to help you explore your thoughts and feelings. I empower women in navigating life's complexities, helping them find their voice, reclaim their lives and embrace their full potential in a non-judgmental way. Working to get to know yourself better will give you the freedom to help you begin to make positive life changes.
I am a psychoanalyst with over 25 years of experience helping women overcome eating disorders, body image issues, improve self esteem, and work through the challenges of life transitions, stress, anxiety and depression. I provide an empathetic and empowering approach in a supportive and safe space to help you explore your thoughts and feelings. I empower women in navigating life's complexities, helping them find their voice, reclaim their lives and embrace their full potential in a non-judgmental way. Working to get to know yourself better will give you the freedom to help you begin to make positive life changes.
(973) 310-2111 View (973) 310-2111
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Shana Spier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078
Do you often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, anxious, frustrated, helpless? Are you struggling with emotional and physical intimacy in your relationships? Do you struggle to feel close to others and to yourself? Have you experienced sexual assault or trauma? Do you wish you could feel less afraid to express what you need and how you feel? Struggling with these feelings often leaves us feeling stuck, exhausted, unfulfilled. They can also accompany more serious emotional or behavioral symptoms. Therapy can help you cope with and resolve the disturbing experiences and pain that are causing you distress.
Do you often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, anxious, frustrated, helpless? Are you struggling with emotional and physical intimacy in your relationships? Do you struggle to feel close to others and to yourself? Have you experienced sexual assault or trauma? Do you wish you could feel less afraid to express what you need and how you feel? Struggling with these feelings often leaves us feeling stuck, exhausted, unfulfilled. They can also accompany more serious emotional or behavioral symptoms. Therapy can help you cope with and resolve the disturbing experiences and pain that are causing you distress.
(973) 629-8854 View (973) 629-8854
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Psychoanalytic Therapists

Does psychoanalytic therapy work?

Psychoanalytic therapy derives from the work of Sigmund Freud. In this type of therapy, discovering buried thoughts and emotions from the unconscious will help a person work through their difficulties and negative behaviors. Research shows that psychoanalytic therapy can be highly effective, with patients reporting improvement in mood, quality of life, and overall well-being.

How long are people typically in psychoanalytic therapy?

Traditional psychoanalysis is in-depth and is conducted in five sessions every week. Today, modern psychoanalytic therapy is less intense and normally incorporates as few as one or two sessions a week. In some cases, positive change can occur quickly. However, if the condition, difficulty, or behavior is deep-seated, improvement may require many months or years of therapy.

Is psychoanalytic therapy suitable for young people?

Children and adolescents can benefit from this type of therapy. Many kids and teens are often unable to form and communicate their thoughts and emotions. Psychoanalytic therapy uses specific techniques such as dream analysis, symbolism, and free association or word association; all of which can be useful tools for less-communicative young people. Through this therapy, a patient will hopefully make connections between what they feel inside and how the world works outside.

Can psychoanalytic therapy be done online?

Modern-day psychoanalytic therapy is very different from traditional psychoanalysis. While an individual can sit face-to-face with the psychoanalyst for multiple sessions a week, they do not have to. Today, psychoanalytic therapy can be effectively conducted online or by phone. The key is that the individual confronts what is repressed and avoided, and this can be done whether in person or over online video.