While many of my patients seek support for the effects of heightened stress, I have particular expertise as a licensed addiction counselor, and I have spent many years working with family members too. My patients are curious to explore the broad dimensions of their lives, and uncover, and change destructive patterns. Never a day goes by that I fail to appreciate the privilege I’ve been given to share in this process of change. While the challenges of addictive families are indeed unique, the ove...
My experience includes 16 years of working in both community inpatient and outpatient settings, providing therapy to adolescents and adults. Therapy is an individualized journey that takes courage. By providing you with a safe, nonjudgmental space, you can begin the work necessary to change. I intend to be your mirror to see not only the version of who you are today but the version of who you desire to be for tomorrow. I believe you have the power to build on your internal strengths and wish to ...
I work with couples and families struggling with relationship concerns. My focus is to understand individual needs and feelings that one tries to meet and how unmet needs manifest in the form of conflict in the relationship. We first understand the concerns and then work through these concerns, developing strategies that are mutually beneficial and work for all those involved in the relationship. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care Group. Octave is a mental health practi...
After personally breaking generational trauma and finding the skills needed to heal, I decided to become a therapist. I teach my clients to be able to do the same by identifying core experiences that may contribute to their reactions as well as thought processes and learning how to regulate one’s emotions to live their best life possible. Offering validity, empathy, empowerment, as well as understanding, will be at the forefront of the counseling experience to inspire cliental change and growth ...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety and depression. My commitment is to help provide you the best possible treatment through collaboration and by developing an individualized plan to help meet your unique needs. I am also trained in Brainspotting, a unique treatment that allows us to bypass the “thinking” part of the brain and tap into the “emotional” part of the brain which stores unprocessed trauma and negative experiences that can attribute to an...
My therapeutic approach is client-centered, fostering a strong therapeutic relationship and a safe space for self-exploration. With extensive experience supporting individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds, I address a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, cultural concerns, life transitions, and millennial stressors. I tailor therapy to your unique needs, using an eclectic approach that integrates various evidence-based modalities. My goal is to e...
I have assisted clients with managing their anxiety, depression, stress, family conflict, and grief. I look forward to continuing to serve those who are in need of some extra support and care. My counseling style is client-centered and collaborative. I believe that therapy is a partnership, and an important aspect of that partnership is feeling a supportive, trusting rapport with your clinician. I like to apply different techniques and aspects into therapy based on what each specific client pres...
I work with adults navigating life transitions, career development, and independent lifestyles, and have extensive experience supporting the LGBTQIA+ community. I also help clients manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. Whether you're facing a significant change or feeling stuck, I provide a safe, welcoming space to talk and work together toward your goals. My approach is collaborative and compassionate, with a focus on building trust and helping you gain clarity and con...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping adults and adolescents with depression, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem and confidence, and bipolar disorder, among other conditions. I utilize a mix of humor and empathy in therapy, and focus on empowering my clients. I like to take the client's lead as to whether they prefer a more passive, listening approach or if they want to set and a...
All of us, at one time or another, can struggle with life’s challenges. Sometimes we need a little help, guidance, or skills to overcome these obstacles. I believe in the importance of allowing others the space to tell their story, within a safe, calm, compassionate environment. As we all are different no single approach is right for everyone, therefore my practice method is integrative, evidenced-based practices, tempered with some creativity. I favor a combination of therapeutic approache...
Feeling better is right around the corner with the right guidance and tools. My first priority is to provide you support, to understand your greatest concerns, how your life has been impacted and to then create a plan with you to meet your goals. Depending on your needs, we may utilize several different modalities of treatment. Therapy is a collaborative journey and it’s not all science. It requires a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and understanding. I will strive to...
I have worked with a very diverse group of people throughout my career as I have spent most of my career working, developing, and managing community mental health programs. I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, sexual identity issues, life transitions, burnout, stress management, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and trauma histories. I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-ba...
Hi! I'm Arlene, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience providing therapeutic services to individuals dealing with various challenges. Embracing the journey towards well-being with clients experiencing difficult life circumstances, such as substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, adjustment disorders, relationship challenges, self-esteem building, stress management and co-occurring mental health challenges. I believe you ...
I like to take a casual, comfortable, and collaborative approach to therapy. I enjoy taking time to get to know who you are, your approach to life, and what really matters to you. I'm known for incorporating humor when appropriate - therapy can be difficult, but who says it has to be boring? I have significant experience working with adults presenting with various mental health symptoms, substance use disorders, relationship conflict, trauma, and stressors. I hold extensive experience working...
I am so excited to connect with you and be a part of your therapeutic journey! I believe in empowering my clients through insight and internal healing work. You are the expert on your story, and I am here to listen. I have over 10 years of experience working with adults of all ages to understand themselves more deeply, so they feel empowered to be their most authentic selves. I work with individuals who feel disconnected from themselves and their needs. This can show up as people pleasing, deep ...
My overall therapy style is eclectic. I find that people are diverse individuals who need an individualized approach. While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy underlies my therapeutic model, I often add Mindfulness as well as Positive Psychology tools. I also find that Solutions-Focused Brief Therapy is also a very successful approach for many people. Oftentimes, people lose sight of their strengths and when exploring together, they find that they have more resources than they realize. I have spen...
I have experience treating several mental health issues including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, PTSD, psychotic disorders, substance use disorders, grief and loss, and family and relationship stressors. I am passionate about normalizing mental health treatment and I believe that access to mental health care is a right and not a privilege. I believe in building a trusting relationship that leads to the empowerment of my clients. In our work together, my priority is for you to feel safe ...
Practicing healing arts for over 2 decades, my therapy style is an eclectic combination of Eastern & Western healing modalities. I received my training both in India and USA and have practiced in both these democracies. From Western Perspective, I utilize Brain-focused approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. From Eastern Perspective, I utilize Somatic Approaches such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Brainspotting, Mindfulness, and Yoga Philosoph...
I have had my own private practice for the last four years, where I treat depression, anxiety, and relational issues. I received my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Georgian Court University in 2015. After graduation, my internship site offered me a position in a partial hospitalization setting where I completed the necessary experience and supervision to attain my license. In that setting, I worked with a diverse presentation of mental health issues, ranging from depres...
In the past 11 years, I have had the privilege of working with individuals and families in a therapeutic partnership. Making the decision to focus on oneself and start working with a therapist can be life-changing and I applaud you for taking the time to focus on yourself. Therapy can be enlightening and help create positive and lasting changes. But it can also be intimidating when starting this process. This is why the therapeutic relationship is so important. As a therapist, it is my goal to w...