Domestic Abuse Therapists in Wyckoff, NJ

Seeking adults and young adults with daytime availability! Have you ever felt depressed? Anxious? Possibly feeling "stuck" during a life transition? Questioning your relationship or mourning the loss of one? Need help finding healthy coping skills? Perhaps you are in need of assistance with parenting or co-parenting? Or maybe you are having issues with your parents ? You have come to the right place ! My approach depends on the reason for service. I will tailor your treatment plan and our dialog to meet your specific needs.

Crisis is defined as a crucial stage or turning point, and my goal is to help you to effectively navigate this turning point in your life. Often people struggle to manage their intense emotions and have difficulty with relationships and managing life issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families to help reduce overall distress, develop more effective communication, and build or improve relationships. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) through Behavioral Tech, and identify targets and teach skills to reduce stress and intense emotions to maintain balance and build a life worth living, and use a DBT-informed approach to treatment.

When people are considering therapy, often the hardest step is making a first phone call. I have deep respect for the process of choosing a therapist and value the steps one must undertake in order to find the perfect fit. My style of working is relational and psychodynamically informed and I believe that each therapeutic relationship is unique. This means that we will tailor your treatment to fit your needs and interests. The best outcomes are achieved when you feel comfortable with the person you are working with and together we will create a space that feels safe.

I focus on determining or locating the root of the issues. I believe that a direct and honest approach is generally the best method for establishing and continuing to build a solid relationship based on trust between the client and clinician. I am a compassionate and empathetic person whose goals include assisting my clients with working through their current struggles, whether they be new or deep rooted, so the client can begin to cope and understand why they feel the way they do. We will work toward positive and mature growth, so the client can eliminate stress and improve overall quality of life.

At Social Butterfly Counseling, we work with children, families and adults. When working with children and families, we partner with guidance counselors, teachers and administrators to help families navigate complicated school systems and access the resources they need. We provide children with tools to handle the expectations and issues they encounter in school and in relationships. We guide couples in exploring effective ways to co-parent and communicate with each other and their children. And we collaborate with pediatricians, school nurses, psychotherapists and other medical professionals to help our clients manage anxiety, depression and other forms of mental illness.

Dr. Gail Canavan is an advanced practice nurse clinician with more than 30 years of experience in private practice treating adolescents and adults with mental health concerns including depression, panic and anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), drug and alcohol addiction, out of control sexual behavior, post-traumatic stress disorder (P.T.S.D.), eating disorders, and dementia. In addition to an integrative general psychotherapy and medication management practice, Dr. Canavan specializes in sex therapy and relationship dynamics, working with individuals and couples of all ages and sexual orientations.

I work with teens, college students, adults, and couples. Many of my clients struggle with attention deficit, depression, anxiety, micromanaging thoughts, perfectionism, and boredom. Others tend to want success, but lack passion and drive. While others struggle with intimacy and experience shame, guilt or blame.

Adolescents: Peer pressur, School anxiety, parent/child conflict. Young Adults and Adults: Career chosen/ change, Anxiety, Depression, Any relationship issues, Sleep problems, Weight problems, Smoke cession. No problem is too small to ignore.

As a therapist in the field 30 years, I bring both understanding and caring to the therapeutic relationship. I often say to my clients, making the first step to enter therapy is often the hardest, but once done, the journey can become life-changing and healing. I bring to my practice, an open and non-judgmental attitude, which is focused on the client. We will work together to make your therapeutic experience a success.

After 33 years working at a clinic that served a varied population, and after working as the Director of a Partial Hospital Program for half of those years, I retired only to find that I missed working to help people succeed at resolving the issues that presented them with life challenges. The feedback I have received from my clients is that I have been of great help to them and that they have found me to be warm, supportive, insightful and easy to relate to. I also bring with me, a wide variety of personal experiences. I love my work.

With 35 years' of experience in the mental health field as a counselor and psychotherapist, I have maintained a well-established practice in Bergen County for 30 years. My practice provides individual, group and family counseling and psychotherapy in addition to workshops and lectures. I have worked in a variety of community and private agencies which has provided me experience with diverse populations and services. Areas of experience include: depression, anxiety, women's issues, trauma, life transition, adolescent issues, family issues, addiction, gifted population and more.

If you are looking for Individual or Marital Christian Counseling, many people have found help in the service I provide. If you suffer from depression, trauma or anxiety, if you are struggling in your marriage, if you are distressed in relating to your kids and managing their behavior, you don't have to face your troubles alone. I am a highly trained psychotherapist with over 25 years in private practice treating moderately to severely distressed individuals, high-conflict couples, and families in need of assistance, within the context of Christian faith.

Do you feel overwhelmed? Are your anxious thoughts keeping you from living your best life? How are your relationships? Our group of 13 therapists is experienced and equipped to help you achieve your goals. We know how you feel. We, and others, have felt the same way. You are not alone. We can help. Together, we will work to conquer the issues keeping you from experiencing life to the fullest. The journey will not be easy, but it will be worth it.

As a licensed psychologist for 17 years, I'm devoted to the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. I've worked in various medical and educational settings and am licensed in NJ, NY and FL. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of psychological and behavioral disorders, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, school refusal, divorce, adolescent issues, & behavior disorders. I am skilled in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and their families and conduct psychoeducational evaluations for school placement. I am available for in-person and virtual sessions.

My focus is on the problem(s) YOU identify which need work. We'll talk about the obstacles to reaching your goal and then discuss ways to move beyond these blockages. Our sessions will address the trials, surprises and errors you find along the way to establish the confidence and peace of living one's truth.

I work with children, teens and adults providing a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. My approach is to understand, validate and even challenge your beliefs. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques depending on your needs and will work collaboratively with you to reach your treatment goals. Whether you're feeling anxious, lonely, overwhelmed or stressed, we will work together to alleviate your symptoms and identify healthy coping strategies.

I am an EMDR certified psychotherapist serving a range of adults, adolescents, and children including those with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and grief/loss issues. I take an individualized approach, guiding each client to discover and utilize strengths within themselves to work towards their goals.

As a psychotherapist, my intention is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental environment for you to explore, identify, challenge and overcome what is preventing you from achieving your goals. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a master’s degree from New York University and a wide range of experience working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, addiction, loss/grief, trauma, physical illness and disabilities, life transitions, and relationship and communication issues.