Princeton Center for DBT is a private counseling & psychotherapy practice with a group of highly trained and compassionate therapists offering evidence- based approaches. We offer comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) including individual therapy and group DBT Skills Training. DBT can be a highly effective approach for individuals who are struggling with regulating emotions effectively, developing satisfying relationships, and achieving important life goals. We have several DBT grou...
My training in psychotherapy has been influenced by a wide variety of philosophies and theories, and I am skilled in helping clients become more aware of deeper connections to their problems, whether it be in their relationships with others or in their relationship with themselves. I specialize in sex addiction, compulsive pornography, trauma, LGBTQ issues, veterans and active military, athletic/performance problems, couples issues, spiritual integration, and various conditions. I also provide ...
Hello! My name is Chrissy and I am a therapist with a special interest in anxiety, relationships, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I work in a way that is trauma-informed, which means I help people understand the ways that trauma has impacted their lives and help facilitate areas of psychological development that may be stunted due to trauma. I come to understand my patients in terms of their backgrounds, but also in their current environments, paying close attention to systems of privilege and power that k...
I bring a broad set of experiences to my clinical work with clients. This includes over 12 years as a certified high-performance life coach working with individuals, couples, and groups, and as an Imago therapy facilitator, Safe Conversations leader/facilitator, and motivational speaker. I also have over 20 years of experience as a certified yoga and meditation teacher. I work with individuals and couples of all sexual orientations and creates a safe, non-judgmental, supportive, interactive,...
Desirée Reitknecht MFT is a board-certified psychotherapist providing telehealth in California and New Jersey. She specializes in treating individuals who seek support with Anxiety, Depression, Resolving Relationship Challenges, Fostering Trust and Attunement to your Self, Cultivating Self-Compassion, and Issues related to Sexuality Diversity. Desirée studied at California Institute for Integral Studies and has been licensed for over 23 years. Her treatment approach is rooted in evidence-based p...
I use an integrative and collaborative approach to therapy, striving to nurture the relationship between my clients and myself with curiosity, warmth, and humor. I work with people who like to resolve specific issues quickly and those who prefer a slower pace and and emphasis on in-depth, insight oriented therapy. Whatever the intensity and focus, I seek to help people find ways to lead fuller, richer lives, alleviate distress, deal with life's challenges, and improve relationships. I have e...
Pronouns: she/her/hers Through the years Dr. Richards has worked extensively with college students. While early in her career Dr. Richards was heavily influenced by psychodynamic perspectives on human development, in more recent years she has cultivated rich and useful skills in evidence based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and evidence based treatments for anxiety and OCD. Her philosophy includes a commitment to life long learnin...
I am a clinical psychologist and have been in practice for over 20 years. I specialize in working with individuals and couples ages 18 years and older. I address a variety of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship/family dynamics and trauma, as well as stressors particular to the college and graduate school experience. My Interest in psychology is based in my wish to help people decrease their pain and expand their lives in ways that are important to them. I am described by my p...
It takes courage and strength to share your personal struggles with a therapist. My goal is to help assist you in your journey of discovering ways to cope and manage your mental health with respect, kindness, and warmth. There is something truly incredible about a human being living their authentic and complete truth without feeling burdened by mental or emotional blocks. My specialty lies in the treatment of OCD, Anxiety disorders, Depression, & Trauma. I am intensively trained in Dialectical ...
I have over 20 years of experience working with adolescents, adults and couples on a variety of issues, like anxiety, depression, addictive behavior and relationship conflicts. Using insight and effective learning strategies, I help people trapped in unproductive and unsuccessful behaviors to improve their health and enhance their relationships and work lives. I use research-based motivational techniques to help people prepare to make change and to maintain these changes in their lives. I incor...
Are you a college student or a young adult struggling to navigate the challenges and uncertainties of this transformative phase of life? Do you find yourself in need of guidance, support, and a safe space to explore your thoughts and emotions? As a young adult, life often presents a plethora of challenges – transitioning into adulthood, managing career aspirations, and maintaining healthy relationships. Our experienced therapists are here to guide you through these hurdles, helping you gain ...
Feeling stuck or unfulfilled in different areas of your life? Would you like support that is professional and confidential? Unlike talking to friends and family, therapy offers a safe space where you can put words to things that are difficult to say, and confront things from your past that seem to interfere with your life in the present. Therapy can lead to deeper self-awareness and insight that can empower you to make the changes you need to live your best life. Everyone has the power to grow a...
We provide therapy virtually to individuals across NJ. You must be present in NJ at the time of appointments. Appointments available as soon as next week!...
You may be experiencing feelings of sadness, anxiety, stress at work or home, relationship challenges, depression, low self-confidence, or overwhelming emotions. My goal is to create a compassionate and supportive space where you can explore these challenges and develop the tools necessary for meaningful change. I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy and take a client-centered approach to address emotional distress, mood disorders, anxiety, chronic illness, eating and weight-related iss...
Each staff member in the practice has immense experience in different struggles. We are able to find a therapist that will fit most needs and it is all done through Teletherapy. We can see any individual that is a resident of NJ and struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD, adjusting, co-occurring, and substance abuse. We understand the stress of college and the transition period mixed with the struggle of daily life can be overwhelming and would love to be a support for you. Our goal is to hel...
I have always liked the metaphor that therapy is like riding in the car with someone. You are the one behind the wheel, deciding where and how fast we go and I am the one with the map helping you to get there. I believe in forming collaborative relationships with the people I work with. I strive to help you understand yourself better so that you can make meaningful change in your life. My goal is to help you form strategies and ways of thinking that can be translated from the therapy room to eve...
Attending therapy can be daunting and connecting with the right therapist can help soften any initial reservations. I offer a welcoming, nonjudgmental space that will allow you to experience therapy in the most authentic way. Inevitably, by living, we face challenges that can inhibit how we manage our daily lives. These challenges, like stress related to family dynamics, work, romantic relationships, life transitions, and loss can disrupt the connection we have to our inner selves. My goal is to...
I'm an EMDR Psychotherapist. I specialize in working with clients with complex trauma. I have a passion for helping others realize their full capacity and potential and build the life they deserve and are entitled to. This is not easy work, but I'm not asking you to do it alone. Choosing a therapist to help you on this journey is an important step in the process of not only learning who you are, but also truly knowing, you matter. You have everything you need inside of you to build a dif...
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won’t stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than standard cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stress...
I believe that therapy can look like a lot of different things. My approach integrates psychodynamic techniques supplemented by strength-based and evidence-based practices. I aim to establish a collaborative, nonjudgmental space to address the issues that create distress and dysfunction. Utilizing skills derived from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction helps clients learn to alleviate and tolerate distress and improve relationships. ...