I am a Clinical Social Worker with a private practice within walking distance from Princeton University. I enjoy working with a variety of issues that reflect both undergraduate and graduate students. I strive to offer a non judgmental space for people to talk about their thoughts and feelings freeing them up to make good choices in life through self understanding and self acceptance. I look forward to hearing from you....
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...
*LGBTQIA-affirmative care, Trans/GNC support groups *Antiracist, anti-ableist, body-positive (HAES) approach *Stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, grad school pressures, parental concerns/independence, relationship concerns, grief, decision-making, self-esteem/confidence, gender affirming (WPATH) letters...
My practice offers caring and knowledgeable support. It takes courage to pursue therapy, so I provide a warm and non-judgmental environment in which effective therapy can take place. I have over fifteen years of experience working with Princeton students in managing such issues as anxiety, academic stress, self-criticism, perfectionism, feelings of inadequacy, relationship concerns, difficult family dynamics, and depression. My work with clients shows me that a balance of psychodynamic and mindf...
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Do you feel confused in your current situation, have unhealthy patterns of behavior, or troubled relationships? The first step of successful therapy begins with a genuine, respectful and empathetic connection between therapist and client. I am warm and personable, and strive to create a safe, supportive environment with each person. We will work together to create an individualized treatment plan. The goal will be to help you acquire healthier coping skills, develop increased self-awareness, an...
Finally deciding to seek out therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming and even increase uncomfortable feelings. Finding the "right fit" with a therapist may mean having that momentary discomfort of making that first phone call... but you are worth it when it means finally getting the support you deserve. I am open to chatting or emailing to find out if I am the right fit for you or if I can help you find someone who is. Don't be afraid to ask questions. (You can also find me on Facebook at Ca...
With over 25 years of experience, I provide a compassionate, supportive, and welcoming space for individuals facing anxiety and depression, problematic relational dynamics, substance use and/or addictive behaviors, and life transitions. My approach is to work collaboratively to help raise consciousness about what you are facing and to explore inner and outer resources (both conscious and unconscious), such as thoughts, feelings, and relationships, and your dreams, values, and imagination. ...
I am a holistic psychotherapist with over 18 years experience. I am passionate about helping creative, motivated, ambitious, open-minded people feel confident & comfortable in their own bodies, reclaim their sexuality and desire, heal through sexual difficulties, and live happy, healthy, and empowered lives. I work with people to better understand their relationships. Not only in relationship with partners and family members, but also their relationship to their own body, thoughts, stress,...
I see teens and adults via telehealth and am licensed in NJ, PA, FL, and VT. Specialties include Anxiety, Depression, School Issues, Food Allergy Anxiety, Parenting, Peer Relationships, and Stress....
My approach is warm, engaging, and collaborative. I have 20 years of specialized experience working with college students. I was an intern at The College of New Jersey, Staff Psychologist at Rutgers University, and Post-Doctoral Fellow at Princeton University. I help students who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, or obstacles to success. I work with a variety of issues including emotion regulation difficulties, stress management, low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, perfectionism, ...
Are you an intelligent and creative person with high aspirations experiencing procrastination, avoidance, perfectionism, negative self talk, or at times anxious and depressed in a way that makes it difficult for you to achieve your goals? Do you want to feel more free, safe, and happy in your relationships? Do you have memories of trauma that constrain you? Together we will collaborate to your unique strengths, using integrated empirically sound approaches to psychotherapy that are tailored ...
Research shows that the single greatest factor leading to successful outcomes in therapy is the relationship between client and therapist. Together, we’ll create a safe, compassionate, judgment-free therapeutic space for you to breathe, reflect, explore, and be heard. EMDR: Memories of a traumatic event may appear not as a memory but as a cluster of symptoms. EMDR is a type of psychotherapy that allows you to process these unprocessed memories so they can be effectively stored away. Resea...
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 have been a practicing clinical psychologist for 30 years and bring experience in many clinical settings including many years managing a university counseling center, to my work. Being a student at Princeton can be rewarding and challenging on many fronts. I am interested in what you are currently struggling with and how to best harness your agency in finding solutions. I will invite you to share your concerns in the context of your identities and all that is important to you. I am also int...
I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychoanalyst. In a safe and trustworthy space, we will work together to alleviate symptoms and discover your true potential! Psychotherapy can help with depression, anxiety, and procrastination. With nearly 30 years of experience I trust the process of working with the unconscious as well as working with dreams. Having lived abroad for over twenty years, I appreciate differences and value diversity and inclusion. I also work with bisexuals, queer and ...
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...
Patients often come to me wondering whether the emotional problems they are experiencing are due to a recognizable disorder and whether they may respond to appropriate medication. Often they have been treated unsuccessfully in the past. They expect and receive a clear explanation and discussion of the rationale for the treatments available, and the advantages and disadvantages of each. They expect this to happen in an empathic atmosphere with someone who spends the time to get to know them in th...
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...