Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Upper Saddle River, NJ

Are you feeling tired, emotionally drained,or struggle to get out of bed? Do you experience painful emotions including anger, resentment, or shame? Are you repeating the cycle of unhealthy or self-destructive behavior? Does your child or teenager seem sad, anxious, or irritable? My name is Barbara Samaan. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have over 12 years of experience counseling children, adolescents and adults and working with individuals, couples, and families. Areas of expertise include: working with individuals with chronic illnesses, disability, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, faith based counseling, and trauma, abuse, and neglect.

A key ingredient to successful therapy is having a strong therapeutic relationship. To foster this relationship I am open and honest with my client's and create an environment that allow the people I work with to feel cared for, safe, and free from judgement. My main treatment method is cognitive behavioral therapy however I take an integrative approach to treatment. I consider the individual needs of my clients, I help them regulate their emotions, manage stressors, and function effectively in their daily lives. I work with my clients collaboratively to develop interventions and coping strategies that work for them.

My ideal client grapples with anxiety, depression, or trauma and is navigating life transitions or struggles with self-esteem and substance use. They need support in understanding themselves better and managing emotional challenges. Their goal is to build resilience, gain self-awareness, and develop coping strategies to improve their quality of life.

Every person has their unique journey to healing and self discovery. In experiencing my own life challenges, I found healing through immersing myself in mindfulness practices and looking deeper within myself. Since then, I knew my purpose was to help others heal in their life journey as well. I have since have been helping others achieve their personal goals of understanding themselves, their relationships with others, coping with their fears, and embracing new beginnings. Sessions are approached from a traditional and holistic perspective, giving consideration to the overall mind, body, spirit, and emotion of the person.

Welcome. I provide therapy services to children, adolescents, young adults, and their families. Much of my clinical experience is with youth who struggle with psychiatric concerns such as depression, anxiety, and mood disorders, as well as youth who have been victims of trauma and abuse. I also have extensive experience working with youth in the LGBTQ+ community. I aim to always provide empathy and non-judgmental support during periods of difficulty, change, and transition for youth and help them build the skills to be happy, healthy, and successful individuals with meaningful and fulfilling interpersonal relationships.

I get it. Life happens. Sometimes you just need to talk and have someone listen. Whether therapy is new for you or you are revisiting it, my goal is help you create a fulfilling and happy life that you are excited to live. Whether you are looking to develop healthy coping skills or seek to dig deeper inside, I will work with you on your journey to a better understanding of who you are and who you may want to become. Note- To all the early birds: there is always time for therapy. I offer virtual sessions as early as 5am. There is always time for therapy!

How can I help you? I work with adults and young people who are facing difficulties in their personal relationships, are suffering from anxiety, depression, effects of trauma, low self-esteem, or other mood/personality disorders. Please contact me if you are looking to improve your overall mental health, or have other specific target goals that you are having trouble with attaining on your own.

As a psychologist, I assist people in acquiring greater creative and emotional competencies, reconnecting with themselves and significant others, and removing obstacles to personal happiness and joy. Psychotherapy is about personal growth, healing after emotional trauma and grief, and realizing one's fullest potential. In therapy sessions we examine meaningful relationships, communication styles, and barriers to success with a goal of restoring a sense of balance to your life and, by extension, to the lives of others who care deeply about you. For those who wish to deepen their self-understanding, we explore the unconscious by analyzing dreams, memories, and fantasies.

I am a licensed clinical social worker and have been treating teens, adults and families for over 25 years. My goal with teens is help change emotional and behavioral patterns that become roadblocks to achieving a healthy and secure life. My focus with adults is to help change unhealthy patterns by finding new ways of thinking, behaving and responding to maximize potential. My clients struggle with mental health issues, trauma, behavioral problems and addictive disorders including: substance abuse, gambling, social media, eating, etc. I guide my clients towards establishing balance in life for lasting change and continued growth.

Are you living your life the way you want to or is something getting in the way? Are you looking to understand and overcome your experience with self doubt, anxiety, lack of motivation, trauma, anxiety? Let's talk about it. My passion is helping people learn their strengths and build resiliency. I provide a supportive and encouraging environment where you can learn to overcome challenges in life and begin to have a healthier relationship with yourself and others.

I work with individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and sexual orientations, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, couples in crisis, professional dilemmas, parenting issues and more. I also specialize in coping with pain, fatigue, insomnia, and chronic illness including chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, and fibromyalgia.

NEW availability for therapy and evaluations for children and adults. I specialize in neuropsychology and apply knowledge of brain-behavior relationships to evidence-based therapies. I am a clinical assistant professor and staff psychologist at NYU Langone Health. Most of my training has been at academic medical centers, such as Columbia University, Stony Brook Medicine, Hackensack Neuroscience Institute, and the Veteran's Administration. Adjunct teaching positions include Pace, CUNY Baruch, and William Paterson University. In addition, I supervise pre-doctoral interns at Hamilton Madison House and NYU Rusk Rehabilitation.

Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a relationship expert specializing in individual and couples therapy. I've helped numerous couples reconnect, build healthy marriages and work through the challenges of divorce and finding love again. At the core of my work is an integrative approach that helps women and men accept themselves more and connect to others in meaningful ways. My experience in private practice and community mental health settings provides individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma and relationship issues with a collaborative approach and multiple clinicians on staff with many specialties.

Do you feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious, or stuck in a pattern of behavior that is not making you happy? I am here to help. Together we can work to identify and overcome the issues that are preventing you from living your fullest life. I have over 15 years of clinical experience working with couples, teens, college age and adults, since obtaining my MSW from Fordham University.

I am a Licensed Psychologist working with children, adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficult life changes and stages. I work within a psychodynamic framework and I am interactive. I believe that to make changes today we need to explore the past to gain better understanding of ourselves. I encourage the exploration of relationships within the cultural context. I work with children, adolescents and adults with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, stress, family issues, and career issues.

Searching for a therapist is difficult. Sifting through websites and directories can be overwhelming. I want to help you decide if I might be the person to help you. I believe people benefit the most from therapy when they trust they will not be judged and when they have confidence in their therapist. I make every effort to accomplish these two things through my demeanor and use of evidence-based psychotherapy.

We pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, clean and confidential atmosphere for our patients. We treat all ages and stages of development. We have emergency and same-day appointments. Confidentiality and privacy are maintained to the strictest of standards. We have modern electronic medical records and electronic prescribing.

We all want to be our best self. As different and one-of a kind as we are, we all want similar things; to reach our goals and be happy. Having the ability to be more positive, forgiving, successful, valuable and loving are just a few things we desire. Finding the courage to speak our minds, feeling connected to each other, discovering what our hearts are searching for and remaining determined is something we all strive for. At the end of the day, we desire a sense of belonging, self-worth and the ability to have radical compassion.

We all have a story. Each unique story includes events and relationships that shaped who you are today. You and I will form a trusting, open, non-judgmental therapeutic relationship in which we will come to a deeper understanding of your story and how you can be the best version of yourself. We will explore the patterns you have formed in relationships, gain insight into what drives your emotions, and come to a greater understanding of who you are. Through therapy, it is my belief that you can improve your relationships, feelings of self-worth, and live a happier, healthier life.