Using a humanistic and holistic approach, we’ll look at your childhood and intergenerational patterns that are limiting you and let go of the old beliefs that no longer serve you. In a safe space, we’ll release the guilt and worry. We’ll explore your relationships and set boundaries that empower you. Using the most up-to-date research in neurobiology, we’ll integrate this work throughout your mind, body, and spirit. Build supportive relationships where your authentic self is loved and appreci...
Hello. Welcome to my profile. I am a highly qualified and experienced therapist, passionate about helping my clients achieve their therapeutic goals. With many years of clinical experience, I've helped a diverse range of individuals overcome a variety of emotional and mental health issues. My primary focus in our work together is your growth, well-being, and overall life satisfaction. I highly value creating meaningful and authentic relationships with my clients, and I believe that a collabor...
My aim for each session is to help you engage in the healing process through guided introspection, reflection, and positive affirmation. I feel passionate about meeting you where you are, understanding your needs, and working together to achieve your goals. Using strength-based and culturally sensitive approaches, I strive to support you through whatever challenges you may be facing. I consider it an honor to be invited alongside you on your sacred journey, as we work on helping you understan...
During my sixteen-year career as a mental health professional, I have worked in private practice as well as in the public school setting, which together have given me the amazing opportunity to work with and learn from people from different backgrounds, cultures, and communities. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques to meet the diverse needs of my patients with respect, curiosity, and compassion. Therapy can be the vehicle for healing the mind, connecting with our core spirit, and achieving...
Welcome, my name is Lauren Emma (she/her) and I am a licensed clinical social worker. I recognize that it takes a tremendous amount of courage to begin therapy. Therefore, my therapeutic practice is focused on providing an empathetic and non-judgmental environment. I have worked in a variety of settings and have treated various populations such as adults, young adults, seniors, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. As a Certified Daring Way Facilitator, I utilize the Daring Way™ model in the t...
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...
My direct client experience includes work with adult clients who have difficulty with mental health and substance abuse issues; individuals who have experienced a traumatic event in their lives; young adults who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis; individuals who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness such as Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder; and college students experiencing academic and personal concerns. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinic...
I am a clinically trained, psychodynamically oriented psychotherapist. I received my Master’s in Social Work with an area of emphasis in mental and behavioral health from Rutgers University. I have provided psychotherapeutic services to adults in inpatient and outpatient settings. These professional experiences have allowed me to work with clients from different backgrounds, belief systems, and orientations and to better understand the unique and shared experiences that are part of the human con...
I have extensive expertise in helping clients with anxiety, depression, panic, relationship issues, fertility struggles, and postpartum depression. I use a positive, solution-focused approach with clients, based on the idea that they already possess many tools for self-healing and greater life satisfaction. Using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and Psychodynamic treatment depending on what the individual needs. I view treatment as a team approach with cli...
I firmly believe that all people can make great changes in their lives by developing inner strength and learning to listen to answers that come from within. Inner transformation can profoundly impact a person’s process of developing joy and tapping into limitless potential. I have been a therapist and life coach for almost 20 years. I have been trained in many modalities such as EFT (tapping), Family Constellations, Transpersonal Psychology, Exposure and Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral...
Hello and welcome! I'm Tony and thank you for trusting me with your mental health! Are you struggling with the balance of daily life stressors of family, work, and/or school? Are you not engaging in activities that once brought you joy? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, I am here to help. I help clients struggling with anger, aggressive behaviors, drug addiction, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, school stress, and many other adjustment-related strug...
I am a strength-based psychotherapist with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma. I believe that we all have the power to reach our goals and full potential but sometimes our emotional health gets in the way. I can help you learn how to manage your emotions, cope with daily stressors, work through self-doubt, trauma, and more. My goal is to create a calm, open, and non-judgmental space where individuals can grow and share. ...
I have experience working with adults of all ages and walks of life who are suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and anger management, as well as those struggling with behavioral or relationship difficulties. With empathy, compassion, and non-judgmental attention, I create a safe and welcoming space while enabling positive changes and helping you transform your difficulties with more ease and less stress. I draw from extensive training and experience to find the right combination of ...
I am a believer in setting attainable goals, especially when it comes to working with families and couples. I have been working in the mental health field for 10 + years in a variety of mental health settings such as in-home and in-patient. I believe that life can be tough, but there is always a way out of the darkness if you work to get there. I'm eclectic in my approach, I use evidenced-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-focused. I ...
Life is full of challenges – whether you have a mental health diagnosis or you're facing stress or change, it can be a lot to deal with. While it might seem a little awkward to open up to a stranger, it can help when you get the validation and support from a professional who's completely focused on you and your unique needs through therapy. I can guide you through life's obstacles and important decisions, as well as provide you with evidence-based tools and techniques that help people live thei...
I am a licensed clinical social worker practicing for over 25 years in the field of behavioral healthcare. I am a Rutgers University graduate who works in both a private practice and a hospital setting. I am often sought out by EMS, police, firefighters, and healthcare staff for my knowledge in the field of emergencies and PTSD related to work exposures, as well as chronic illness and traumatic injuries. My scope of practice includes helping people with depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, and...
The client-therapist rapport is the essential foundation of counseling. My therapeutic style is authentic and genuine. I am present and in the moment with my clients and value my role as an objective witness to their stories. I utilize evidenced-based approaches that have developed with over 20 years of professional experience. I am interactive with clients, but also know when clients simply need to be heard. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and one that requires the ability t...
I specialize in perinatal mental health and work with individuals and families impacted by the unique mental health challenges associated with the childbearing years during pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition to parenthood. I am passionate about maternal and paternal mental health, connecting with others, and having support during life's challenges. I believe in the innate strength and resiliency of people and feel honored to support my clients. Mental health challenges during the perinata...
I have extensive experience providing therapeutic services. However, the therapeutic relationship is of the utmost importance. Whether the patient improves hinges on that relationship. My goal is to provide client-centered care. I work in a collaborative manner with the client to identify specific goals and interventions in order to assist the client in making improvements. It is important to match the intervention with the needs of the client and be flexible in making adjustments. I believe ...
How we perceive something will directly impact our emotional and behavioral responses. Learning to understand the process of perception will offer ongoing opportunities for an individual to enact change in his or her life. In my practice, I draw from my intensive training in both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to teach these fundamental skills to clients and help them to achieve their goals. I'm a therapist with Octave and Evernorth Behavioral Care...