Teletherapy for Summit, NJ

I am a licensed psychologist with 20 years experience in child and adolescent assessment and therapy. My specialty is in working with children and teens with eating disorders, and I currently serve as the Manager of Clinical Services for the Pediatric Eating Disorder Center located at Overlook Medical Center. I am certified in Family Based Treatment (FBT) and also trained in CBT-E and CBT-AR.

With 20+ years in the field, I have helped individuals and couples find healing and understanding in desperate situations. I bring a lifetime of mindfulness practices to bear on my capacity to be fully present in my work. My professional training as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker allows me to combine modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Techniques (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Coaching, and Somatic tools to support my clients to overcome long held obstacles in order to reach their true potential.

Mr. Goldman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, families and groups. He holds a Master of Social Work from Arizona State University and a Bachelors in Psychology from the University of Rhode Island. Mr. Goldman also holds a certificate in school social work for the state of New Jersey. ​ Mr. Goldman spent 7 years working with children and adolescents in an emotionally disturbed private school program. He gained experience with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, school avoidance, learning disabilities and the special education process.

Dr. Mary Mastria has been in private practice for over 25 years. She works with adults and couples. Her practice areas include relationship issues, mood disorders, trauma, chronic pain & body image/eating issues. She has advanced training and a doctorate in clinical social work. She is also certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and holds a NJ-state certification in child sexual abuse treatment. She has published research in the area of eating disorders . She serves as an adjunct professor at NYU & developed graduate curriculum in the areas of Anxiety, Practice, Trauma & Eating Disorders Treatment.

My mission is to help my clients manage their emotions effectively, establish and maintain healthy relationships and create and reach life goals. My practice with Dr. Rachel Gingold, Family Health and Wellness Services. was born out of our deep belief and commitment to Dialectical Behavior Therapy and our strong desire to bring this model of treatment to troubled teens and their families. We share a vision of promoting successful development by giving clients the tools they need to make effective life choices.

I would like to introduce myself to you and familiarize you with my practice. I treat children, adolescents and their families who are feeling anxious, sad, frustrated and irritable. Bringing children to treatment at a young age provides them with a safe place to express their feelings. Early involvement in therapy allows children the opportunity to develop coping strategies at a young age that they can use throughout their lifetime. I have an expertise in the cognitive-behavioral treatment of anxiety disorders for children, adolescents and their families.

Life is ever-changing and constantly throwing us curveballs - some good, some tough. However, we do not have to let the negative experiences that come our way define us or our lives. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) accepting new patients who want to begin their journey of understanding how to accept current life challenges and who are interested in learning how to more effectively cope in their lives.

Dr. Courtney Lynch is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Lynch has extensive knowledge and training in assessing and treating exceptional individuals of all ages presenting with cognitive, behavioral, and social-emotional challenges. She has worked in outpatient, private, academic, community, and residential settings, and is a culturally sensitive, affirming ally to all patients under her care. Dr. Lynch has provided therapeutic and evaluative services for individuals presenting with a wide range of issues, including learning disorders, executive functioning deficits, developmental

My aim is to provide evidence-based treatment in an atmosphere of warmth and compassion. I am a licensed clinical psychologist and the Founder/Director of the North Jersey Center for Anxiety and Stress Management. I specialize in providing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for adults with anxiety, relationship challenges, women's health issues, and difficult life transitions. I have a sub-specialty in helping parents use CBT strategies to navigate the stresses of parenting and wrote a book on the topic, Mom Brain: Proven Strategies to Fight the Anxiety, Guilt, and Overwhelming Emotions of Motherhood-and Relax into Your New Self.

Therapy is provided to individuals, couples, and families who wish to address any of a variety of adjustment, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral issues. Comprehensive care includes strategies to address long-term growth and development as well as crisis intervention.

Struggling with marital or relationship issues? You are certainly not alone. My extensive training in working with couples and families can help navigate these kinds of difficulties. As a certified Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist, I focus on your most important attachments and the negative patterns that often derail these intimate relationships. Additionally, I work with individuals, who have issues with depression, anxiety, trauma, and the challenges of life transitions. My first priority is always the creation of a safe and trusting environment, where together we can come to understand your needs and accomplish your goals.

Life is an unpredictable journey. Individuals are confronted with difficult challenges, decisions and obstacles; a pandemic, a divorce, a terminal illness, racial inequality or gender bias. Other events, which may be welcomed, may also be challenging: a promotion, a marriage, a baby. With change comes transitions and new roles; parent, caregiver, victim, divorcee. Covid clarified that illness, loss and grief may cause psychological pain or trauma. Trauma is when the unbelievable occurs. It leaves victims in a world which simultaneously looks familiar and unfamiliar. Individuals may feel paralyzed, anxious or exhausted.

After receiving my Ph.D. from the University of Maryland, I worked as a psychologist at a variety of settings in Maryland, New York, Connecticut and New Jersey. Prior to opening this independent practice, I spent 10 years working at Integrated Behavioral Care (IBC), a group practice in Summit, NJ. Before joining IBC, I spent 20 years in charge of psychological services at Morristown Medical Center's Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute. I have also been an adjunct assistant professor at New York University, and have taught at the Washington School of Psychiatry in Washington, DC.

I have a background in Psychology, Psychotherapy, and Crisis Intervention. As a licensed therapist, I feel that providing a safe space, free of judgement, is essential to helping individuals gain a better understanding and discover strategies to improve their functioning and relationships with others. I'm trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Person-Centered Brief Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. By using a variety of therapeutic approaches, I engage clients and foster a nurturing environment for growth. I enjoy working with a diverse population including geriatric and at risk youth.

As a psychologist, my aim is to help children, adolescents, and young adults meet their goals and make lasting changes. I am a licensed clinical psychologist at The Center for Stress, Anxiety, and Mood. I specialize in providing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for youth and adults with a range of issues including anxiety (OCD, GAD, Social Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety Disorder, Phobias), Selective Mutism, depression, school attendance problems, trauma, and emotion dysregulation. I have expertise in Exposure with Response Prevention (ERP) and I frequently integrate mindfulness-based approaches into my practice.

I am passionate about working with people to help them in their journey toward achieving their vision of how they want their lives to be. I approach each new situation with enthusiasm, optimism and hope. The therapeutic relationship is supportive, nonjudgmental and collaborative. I work with older adolescents, college students, adults and families and have expertise in treating psychological issues associated with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, eating disorders (Certified FBT therapist), and parenting skills. My work primarily, but not exclusively, draws on CBT concepts and techniques.

Do you need to talk to someone with no judgement? no shame? in a safe place? I dont blame you! Most of us do! I work with a safe, warm, supportive unconditional regard with my patients to help them navigate life's journey. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Self Compassion which are interventions that can be enormously helpful to navigate difficult relationships, work issues, severe anxiety and depression. I also have a lot of experience working with Cancer dx. You do not have to be alone anymore; I am here to listen, empower, and support you.

I believe seeking help is a strength. My goal as a psychotherapist is to create a safe, accepting and supportive environment where I can help clients explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors that will lead to personal growth. I view therapy as an opportunity to increase self-awareness and build on individual strengths that will lead to positive changes. I work with children, adolescents, adults and families on a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, stress management, self-esteem, transitions, relationships and communication. As a high school social worker, I have significant experience working with adolescents.

As a wife and mother, I bring my life experiences into my counseling in the form of empathy and understanding. My work with clients includes identifying stressors that are interfering with their ability to thrive in their unique environments. I also help my clients uncover strengths that can be used to cultivate coping skills and new perspectives. Sometimes that means exploring relationships, honing communication skills, or processing grief to make meaning after loss. I am committed to meeting my clients where they are when they walk through the door and then working from there.