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...
I am an experienced psychotherapist with an office in downtown Princeton. I have helped many undergraduate and graduate students navigate the stress of academic life. I have clinical expertise in managing depression, anxiety, relationships and PTSD related to sexual trauma. I am psychodynamically oriented which means looking at both the past and present to find solutions that promote growth and improved daily life. I have helped many international students and first generation students. I off...
Aliza is a clinician at the Princeton Center for MindBody Healing, a boutique therapy practice oriented towards holistic healing and continuous growth. The practice offers traditional outpatient services for individuals, couples, and families of all forms and fashions. Aliza specializes in the treatment of PTSD, grief and loss, anxiety, depression, and adjustment issues. She is also passionate about working with veterans and first responders. Aliza is committed to providing treatment that is ...
“Girl, you got it all together!” That’s what they say. But inside you’re falling apart because you feel so stuck and unhappy. You no longer connect with the person that others see on the outside, because you’re paralyzed on the inside. So instead you go through your days wearing a mask, feeling like a failure, stressed & overwhelmed, and/or battling feelings of unworthiness or not being enough. You find yourself asking, “When is life REALLY going to begin for me?” As a Licensed Therapist, I ...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
Whether it's your first time looking for a therapist or you're interested in a new perspective, I welcome you to my practice. Regardless of what brings you to therapy, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space where you don't have to go through life's ups and downs alone. My style is genuine, warm, and collaborative. Through exploration of your thoughts and feelings, we will work together to address your treatment goals and help you feel more like yourself again. I specialize in therapy with adults,...
Do you feel overwhelmed by life events and those in the outside world? Would you like to experience more satisfying relationships with family, friends, romantic partners and colleagues? Are you feeling stuck in your ability to initiate change? I can help. Therapy is a safe environment in which to explore your feelings and the patterns which may be holding you back. I offer a warm and compassionate manner and provide the support needed to begin making changes....
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...
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist specializing in the prevention, treatment, and recovery of all eating disorders. Additional specialities include anxiety, depression, cutting, loss, illness and relationship issues. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, including both individual and family/marital sessions. I use an integrative relational style that incorporates both psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral techniques. I see therapy as a collaborative relationship in which clients a...
Welcome to my therapy practice offering compassionate, individualized, evidence-based care. I am interested in you as a person, not just as a diagnosis or label. I draw upon your strengths in a warm, genuine & respectful interaction to address OCD, Panic, Anxiety, Phobias, ADHD, Body Dysmorphia, Social Anxiety, Compulsive and Restrictive Eating, Chronic Worry, Self Doubt, Insomnia, Toxic Perfectionism, Alcohol Overuse, Behavioral Addiction, Skin Picking, Tics, Trichotillomania, low mood, relatio...
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...
My website is the best way to learn about me and how I work. My website is at www.lisakays.com. You may also complete my inquiry form on my website to learn more about my practice and so that I can determine if my practice is a good fit in terms of your scheduling and treatment needs. If you're not sure, please ask!...
I am a child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist who has been treating Princeton University students since 2008. I do both medication management and psychotherapy. My modalities are interpersonal, cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness based therapies. Healing helps restore our strength, resilience, compassion, energy, patience and perspective. It is a huge gift to yourself and others to devote your time and energy to heal. Due to stigma, some may think it is a weakness to go to a therap...
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...
No matter how much you learn, you still lack confidence. This lack of confidence is experienced as a blank mind when you need it the most, and this sends you spiraling into despair, only making things worse. The next time you experience this, soothe yourself by considering these four questions: 1. When you think of the situation that makes you anxious, what image do you conjure up? Have you fabricated a catastrophe that is far from reality? 2. What are you telling yourself about that situ...
Lissa is a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, psychotherapist, somatic facilitator (mindfulness, yoga, qigong, embodied play, etc.) and meditation teacher. Lissa specializes in anxiety, depression, mood, shame, grief, neurodiversity, difficulties with life transitions, trauma, and navigating chronic pain and chronic conditions. Lissa works collaboratively with each client to find a supportive approach, and may incorporate the following into sessions: medication management (utilizin...
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 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,...