Self-Harming Therapists in South Orange, NJ
Stephanie Anne Bourgeois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
I specialize in treating the following: children and adolescent issues, cutting and other self-harming behaviors, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders infertility, parenting concerns, women's issues, relationship issues -- conflict and anger management, self-esteem and assertiveness training, life transitions, loss/grief, addictions and co-dependency.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997 and in private practice since 2012, I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults and also provide couples and family therapy. I offer traditional therapy as well as alternative holistic/somatic treatments such as body psychotherapy, EMDR and sandtray therapy. My work is deeply informed by a holistic mind/body/spirit approach to healing and well-being.
I specialize in treating the following: children and adolescent issues, cutting and other self-harming behaviors, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders infertility, parenting concerns, women's issues, relationship issues -- conflict and anger management, self-esteem and assertiveness training, life transitions, loss/grief, addictions and co-dependency.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1997 and in private practice since 2012, I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults and also provide couples and family therapy. I offer traditional therapy as well as alternative holistic/somatic treatments such as body psychotherapy, EMDR and sandtray therapy. My work is deeply informed by a holistic mind/body/spirit approach to healing and well-being.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships, dealing with trauma, and coping with feelings of stress, anger, depression, and anxiety. Regardless of the challenge, I believe the most important piece of therapy is the tailoring of the treatment to the unique needs of the persons involved. My vast experience in a wide variety of psychotherapeutic techniques allows me, as your therapist, to develop a course of treatment that will assist you on your journey to personal growth and transformative change.
I specialize in working with individuals and couples struggling with their relationships, dealing with trauma, and coping with feelings of stress, anger, depression, and anxiety. Regardless of the challenge, I believe the most important piece of therapy is the tailoring of the treatment to the unique needs of the persons involved. My vast experience in a wide variety of psychotherapeutic techniques allows me, as your therapist, to develop a course of treatment that will assist you on your journey to personal growth and transformative change.
Starting the search for help is the hardest step so I applaud you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in private practice for 20 years. I pride myself in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to be open and learn about themselves. The goal is to move toward solutions to help heal.
Starting the search for help is the hardest step so I applaud you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in private practice for 20 years. I pride myself in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space for individuals to be open and learn about themselves. The goal is to move toward solutions to help heal.
"What we experience is not external reality but our interaction with it." Neils Bohr, Physicist.
"What we experience is not external reality but our interaction with it." Neils Bohr, Physicist.
Michael Hessdorf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
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.
Mailen A. Palacios
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
As a bilingual Marriage & Family therapist and Certified Sex therapist, I help individuals, families, and couples alleviate various issues. I specialize in anxieties, depression, wanting self growth, marital distress, and sexual dysfunctions. Call me and please leave me a message or send an email and let's figure out how to improve the situation immediately. I know reaching out for help can leave us feeling vulnerable, but resilience is the action of acknowledging that something isn't right and then doing something about it! I'm here for you and we can get through this together.
As a bilingual Marriage & Family therapist and Certified Sex therapist, I help individuals, families, and couples alleviate various issues. I specialize in anxieties, depression, wanting self growth, marital distress, and sexual dysfunctions. Call me and please leave me a message or send an email and let's figure out how to improve the situation immediately. I know reaching out for help can leave us feeling vulnerable, but resilience is the action of acknowledging that something isn't right and then doing something about it! I'm here for you and we can get through this together.
For the past 20 years I have worked with young people and their parents in community-based, academic, and private practice settings. I excel in developing a strong therapeutic relationship that leads to lasting change as my clients navigate through some of life's most stressful transitions. I help teens and young adults develop the insight and skills necessary to be successful in school, at home, and in the community while providing parents with guidance and support.
For the past 20 years I have worked with young people and their parents in community-based, academic, and private practice settings. I excel in developing a strong therapeutic relationship that leads to lasting change as my clients navigate through some of life's most stressful transitions. I help teens and young adults develop the insight and skills necessary to be successful in school, at home, and in the community while providing parents with guidance and support.
I have years of professional training and experience in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, working with adolescents, adults and couples. I have a relational/interpersonal approach, focusing on reducing suffering and expanding ways of thinking and feeling. I believe in discovering your own way of living, true to your own values and goals. At the same time, I play an active role in sharing my observations, drawing your attention to things you might have missed, and at times challenging assumptions and ways of being if they are self defeating.
I have years of professional training and experience in psychotherapy and psychoanalysis, working with adolescents, adults and couples. I have a relational/interpersonal approach, focusing on reducing suffering and expanding ways of thinking and feeling. I believe in discovering your own way of living, true to your own values and goals. At the same time, I play an active role in sharing my observations, drawing your attention to things you might have missed, and at times challenging assumptions and ways of being if they are self defeating.
Life is gonna keep on lifin’ but you don’t have to let it stop you from living your best life! In my work I focus primarily on the therapeutic relationship, investing time and energy into getting to really KNOW each individual I work with uniquely, while seeing you as someone deserving of dignity, respect and compassion, with unlimited potential. If you’re struggling with relationships, a parent finding the demands of child rearing challenging, or a child, adolescent or young adult navigating school, social & family issues, I’d like to help.
Life is gonna keep on lifin’ but you don’t have to let it stop you from living your best life! In my work I focus primarily on the therapeutic relationship, investing time and energy into getting to really KNOW each individual I work with uniquely, while seeing you as someone deserving of dignity, respect and compassion, with unlimited potential. If you’re struggling with relationships, a parent finding the demands of child rearing challenging, or a child, adolescent or young adult navigating school, social & family issues, I’d like to help.
Your mental health matters. Therapy requires vulnerability and the courage to do something different especially when you're hurting. If you have become overwhelmed by difficulties that make it hard for you to function, you have come to the right place. If you are an empath like me, you know that the formula for living your best life is to heal your emotions. Family and friends cannot always help you get through the challenges of life; a good therapist can. The power of healing is a remarkable feeling.
Your mental health matters. Therapy requires vulnerability and the courage to do something different especially when you're hurting. If you have become overwhelmed by difficulties that make it hard for you to function, you have come to the right place. If you are an empath like me, you know that the formula for living your best life is to heal your emotions. Family and friends cannot always help you get through the challenges of life; a good therapist can. The power of healing is a remarkable feeling.
Adama Noni Pitts
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
“There is no time like the present,” John Trusler. So why not start now? As an experienced Licensed Social Worker, I am committed to helping preteens, adolescents (ages 10-17), millennials, and families decrease feelings of depression, anxiety, everyday stress, and family conflict. I am trained in evidence-based clinical interventions that I will use to fit your individual or families’ particular needs. I work with all ages of young people and families who have experienced trauma or challenging times in their lives.
“There is no time like the present,” John Trusler. So why not start now? As an experienced Licensed Social Worker, I am committed to helping preteens, adolescents (ages 10-17), millennials, and families decrease feelings of depression, anxiety, everyday stress, and family conflict. I am trained in evidence-based clinical interventions that I will use to fit your individual or families’ particular needs. I work with all ages of young people and families who have experienced trauma or challenging times in their lives.
I believe that personal change takes courage and is a transformative process. In my practice I utilize an eclectic approach which is individualized to each person. I utilize long term and short term platforms depending on a persons needs and preferences.
I believe that personal change takes courage and is a transformative process. In my practice I utilize an eclectic approach which is individualized to each person. I utilize long term and short term platforms depending on a persons needs and preferences.
Children who are questioning their gender identity need to be heard and believed. Parents who are lost in this process.....You've come to the right place! Children's gender identity is innate and it is a gift. In order for a child to achieve self esteem, confidence and self expression skills they must first be surrounded by a supportive family as well as develop a healthy pride in who and what they are or may become in time. Gender is fluid and needs to be honored in all stages and at all ages. That work starts here!
Children who are questioning their gender identity need to be heard and believed. Parents who are lost in this process.....You've come to the right place! Children's gender identity is innate and it is a gift. In order for a child to achieve self esteem, confidence and self expression skills they must first be surrounded by a supportive family as well as develop a healthy pride in who and what they are or may become in time. Gender is fluid and needs to be honored in all stages and at all ages. That work starts here!
Seventh Heaven Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Establishing a rapport that promotes my clients to feel heard, safe and accepted without judgements is one of the most important things for me as a therapist. I strongly believe in a holistic approach. I believe that every person is unique, and what works for one may not work for another.
Establishing a rapport that promotes my clients to feel heard, safe and accepted without judgements is one of the most important things for me as a therapist. I strongly believe in a holistic approach. I believe that every person is unique, and what works for one may not work for another.
Shanta Kerina Pamphile
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
You never need to traverse this path alone. I want to acknowledge your courage in embarking on this transformative journey. I often liken my role in this therapeutic voyage to that of a co-pilot or co-author of your life story. My core mission is to empower individuals to unlock their fullest potential by navigating unresolved issues, healing from trauma, and breaking free from maladaptive patterns that have held them back from happiness.
You never need to traverse this path alone. I want to acknowledge your courage in embarking on this transformative journey. I often liken my role in this therapeutic voyage to that of a co-pilot or co-author of your life story. My core mission is to empower individuals to unlock their fullest potential by navigating unresolved issues, healing from trauma, and breaking free from maladaptive patterns that have held them back from happiness.
Eliza Posner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Eliza Posner is well-versed in supporting individuals and families in coping with mental illness, trauma, and psychosocial stressors. Eliza’s goal is to empower clients to resolve conflicts, change negative patterns, and set attainable goals. She takes a holistic, integrative, and client-centered approach. Eliza is a Postpartum Support International Birth Trauma Support Group Leader and training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy.
Eliza Posner is well-versed in supporting individuals and families in coping with mental illness, trauma, and psychosocial stressors. Eliza’s goal is to empower clients to resolve conflicts, change negative patterns, and set attainable goals. She takes a holistic, integrative, and client-centered approach. Eliza is a Postpartum Support International Birth Trauma Support Group Leader and training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy.
Jennifer Grin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Have you ever thought about what it would it feel like to maximize the meaning and joy in your life? If the answer is yes, then let’s work together to help you discover and meet your life goals. It does not matter how old we are, it is never too late. Life goals can include increasing self-esteem, investing in healthier relationships, decreasing anxiety and depression, career transitions, improving work or school performance, sobriety, and experiencing an overall sense of enhanced well-being.
Have you ever thought about what it would it feel like to maximize the meaning and joy in your life? If the answer is yes, then let’s work together to help you discover and meet your life goals. It does not matter how old we are, it is never too late. Life goals can include increasing self-esteem, investing in healthier relationships, decreasing anxiety and depression, career transitions, improving work or school performance, sobriety, and experiencing an overall sense of enhanced well-being.
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Jennifer Arevalo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union, NJ 07083 (Online Only)
My work usually begins when someone has reached their breaking point. What’s worked in the past is no longer effective and there is a feeling of being stuck and/or hopelessness. Whether you are dealing with self harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, trauma, or difficulties regulating emotions, thoughts and behaviors I can support you. Through my practice I help clients develop self-awareness and behavioral strategies that can be practiced and infused into daily life. Let's work together on taking your next step.
My work usually begins when someone has reached their breaking point. What’s worked in the past is no longer effective and there is a feeling of being stuck and/or hopelessness. Whether you are dealing with self harming behaviors, suicidal ideation, trauma, or difficulties regulating emotions, thoughts and behaviors I can support you. Through my practice I help clients develop self-awareness and behavioral strategies that can be practiced and infused into daily life. Let's work together on taking your next step.
I provide Individual Psychotherapy to Adolescents & Young Adults who struggle with issues related to family, school, friends and/or work. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior and stress.
I provide Individual Psychotherapy to Adolescents & Young Adults who struggle with issues related to family, school, friends and/or work. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior and stress.
I am passionate about using an empathetic, collaborative approach to help clients heal, evolve, and tap into their full potential. I have counseling experience working in various levels of mental care. From working as a group facilitator, couples therapist, and clinician, I provide a safe space to guide and support emerging adults, adults, and elders. I specialize in intergenerational/complex trauma, eating disorders, multicultural issues, family conflicts, substance use disorders, grief, adjustment difficulties, and premarital/marital issues. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I am passionate about using an empathetic, collaborative approach to help clients heal, evolve, and tap into their full potential. I have counseling experience working in various levels of mental care. From working as a group facilitator, couples therapist, and clinician, I provide a safe space to guide and support emerging adults, adults, and elders. I specialize in intergenerational/complex trauma, eating disorders, multicultural issues, family conflicts, substance use disorders, grief, adjustment difficulties, and premarital/marital issues. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behavior therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.
Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.
Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.