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Our experiences mold us in various ways. If I were to imagine a plant that captures what happens to many of us when faced with challenging and persistent experiences, the CACTUS comes to mind. Like the CACTUS, we develop tougher skin and spikes to protect ourselves from problematic situations. When not processed correctly, the development of these characteristics may detract attention from the other powerful properties we possess. For some, the CACTUS may be the least appealing plant. When given...
I think that it is important that each individual find a therapist that is the right fit for their needs. I offer a supportive environment when the individual can feel comfortable to express their feelings and issues....
I am a psychologist with over twenty years of experience providing psychotherapy to children, adolescents and adults from a range of backgrounds. I assist individuals with issues related to family, work and peer relationships, academic and professional development, parenting, trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, postpartum adjustment and life transitions. I work with individuals to increase their understanding of themselves within the context of their unique experiences. I help individuals ach...
I am in private practice in the Princeton area, and work with individuals and couples. I truly enjoy working with young adults in their desire to learn more about themselves and grow emotionally. I assist clients in managing their depression, anxiety, and traumas. I also work to address client issues around relationship and family concerns, identity, life transitions, and immigration and acculturation needs. I offer in-person and telehealth sessions, and am licensed in the states of NJ, NY a...
My practice supports students coping with the many challenges of adjustment to college life. I aim to help students achieve their academic/professional and social goals, while remaining true to their identities and interests. Through therapy, I help my clients understand that achievement does not mean sacrificing who you are. Together we focus on clarifying personal goals, identity development, and adjustment to new freedoms and environments. I have special interest in working with first ge...
I'm glad you are here. I understand that reaching out for support and sharing personal matters with someone you have not met before can feel both challenging and uncomfortable. To help with this process, I would like to share some information about myself and my approach to therapy. To start, I strongly believe that there is no one-size-fits-all solution in therapy or in life. Each individual is unique. By listening to you and understanding your goals for therapy, I tailor my treatment metho...
I have worked with Princeton undergraduate and graduate students for many years and understand well the many and varied challenges which students may face; in fact, my MSW field work and my first job were at Princeton's Counseling Center. Many of my clients share a need to explore familial relationships to understand their behavioral patterns and how to make those patterns healthier. My approach ranges from DBT and mindfulness work for anxiety and depression to the traditional psychodynamic and ...
Have you recently experienced a change in your relationship, school, work, or family? Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Whether you are experiencing upsetting symptoms, or just know that you want to make some positive changes in your life, psychotherapy may help. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is focused on helping you best understand yourself including your past, your current struggles, and your hopes for your future. Connecting with the right therapist can play a si...
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...
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. ...
Handspring is a modern mental health clinic that provides personalized, evidence-based behavioral care for young people. We currently serve individuals are looking for treatment for anxiety, depression, or behavioral difficulties. Our therapeutic approaches include CBT, DBT, organizational skills training, behavior therapy, exposure & response prevention, and parent management training....
As a clinical therapist, my goal is to assist you in finding new pathways and directions. I offer a safe space to meet your needs. My work has been with clients experiencing anxiety, trauma informed, and depression, grief, eating disorders as well as other medical and mental health issues.I use psychodynamic approach , CBT, mindfulness, art expression, and ACT. Clients have the opportunity to incorporate art into their therapy as a means of releasing stress and processing difficult feelings wher...
Times of transition are exciting and challenging. Starting something new, moving through inflection points in your education and career, preparing for completion and uncertainty while you figure out what's next, are all important processes everyone hopes will go smoothly - but sometimes they can feel rocky. Even good changes or subtle shifts can feel unsettling, especially for highly sensitive people. If social, academic or emotional / mental health issues are stressing you and making it har...
At Rivia Mind, we believe everyone deserves access to high-quality, evidence-based mental health care. We are a dedicated team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and therapists committed to guiding individuals through their mental health journey with expertise and compassion. We offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapy tailored to each person’s unique needs. Our diverse team ensures culturally competent care, and we prioritize accessibility by acceptin...
In my practice I strive to help my clients feel comfortable and safe while exploring the ways their past and present patterns of relationships have affected their ability to manage emotions which may disrupt their flow. I believe strongly that political, cultural, social, and family dynamics influence who we become. For those persons who have experienced trauma from oppression, race, class or gender it is most important to disentangle the way the world sees us from who we really are. I follo...
The Princeton Center for MindBody Healing prioritizes holistic healing and walking with you to grow your best self: mind, body and soul. Our clinicians work on a wide range of issues with a wide range of therapeutic techniques, self-care tools and clinical styles. We offer traditional and non-traditional outpatient services for individuals, couples, and families of all forms and fashions including office and nature sessions, walking sessions, video, text and telephone. We specialize in treati...
Looking for mental health help is an important step in one’s personal journey. The next crucial piece is finding rapport with a therapist—maybe the most important part of therapy. Perhaps you struggle with anxiety or depression, or are at a crossroads in your work or personal life, whatever the case may be, our work will examine the complex array of emotions, patterns, and history that inform your feelings and actions. I have training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Imago, Mindfulness, ...
I am 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, ADHD, Autism Spectrum and Neurodiversity, and Issues related to Sexuality Diversity. I provide a warm skillful non-judgmental therapeutic relationship to explore your current life goals, assess your progress and identify adjustments and barriers. In the therapy work, we will design a pl...
I am a highly experienced psychoanalytical therapist with a broad range of clinical expertise. I work with college and graduate age students and the general adult population. My practice includes individuals coping with academic stress, depression, anxiety and relationship building. I use CBT, mindful meditation, as part of my insight oriented approach. I offer both telehealth and in person sessions as options. I welcome your inquiry and look forward to speaking with you....