If there was one thing you wish people knew about the therapy experience who might be hesitant to try it, what would that be?
Therapy can initially be intimidating for many people until they discover that it is a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings free of judgment with the security of knowing that what is said will be kept confidential. Therapists are people who have experienced struggles and challenges in their own lives and often therapists are also engaged in therapy because no one has to struggle alone.
In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?
I have had many painful experiences and emotional struggles throughout my life and this increased my ability to relate and empathize with my clients. I believe in the therapeutic process because I have personally experienced the benefits of participating in therapy.
What do you view as a key component of the therapeutic relationship?
A strong therapeutic relationship starts with developing trust. As a therapist, I believe it is important to treat everyone with respect, be compassionate, and engage in honest communication. In addition, providing a non-judgmental relationship allows clients to feel comfortable discussing difficult experiences, thoughts, and feelings..
Specialties
Depression
Anxiety
Relationship Issues
Child mental health
Family issues
General Expertise
Loss/Grief
Self-Esteem
Social Anxiety
Academic challenges
ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Body image issues
In-Network Insurance
Aetna
All Savers Insurance
Cigna
Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
Nippon Life Insurance Company of America
Oscar Health
Oxford Health Plans
Fees
$100
Family Therapy
$100
Couples Therapy
$100
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Family Session
Couples Session
Individual Session
Clientele
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Seniors (65+)
Children (5-12)
Adolescents (13-17)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Strength Based Therapy
Eclectic Therapy
Emotionally Focused Therapy
Existential Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Interpersonal Psychotherapy
Licensure
NJ, LCSW, 44SC05542700
Education
Master of Social Work, Rutgers The State University of New Jersey
Work History
I began my mental health career in 2009 providing community-based crisis intervention services to at-risk youth and their families throughout New Jersey and am currently providing therapy in community-based programs and private practice. I have had the opportunity to provide therapy to children, adolescents, and adults of all ages with a variety of mental health needs such as anxiety, adhd, oppositional defiant disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief and loss, marital issues, family conflict, peer/socialization issues, and academic difficulties.
Location
230 Route 206, Bldg 3, 1st Floor, Suite 2A, Flanders, 07836, NJ