How does collaboration with other providers play into your work?
I believe real therapeutic practices are eclectic and can involve several domains to achieving autonomy or the actualized self; including but not limited to spiritual/religious advisors, Doctors/nutritionalists, 12 step groups as well as fitness and recreational or educational practices for overall health and daily wellness plans.
In what ways does your personality influence your approach to therapy?
I am an extroverted individual who enjoys experiences. I love challenges and adventure. I believe the earth has great healing power and I enjoy discovery. I have a moral compass and believe in equality and leveled playing fields. I root for the underdog and am very compassionate. I enjoy working with people and observing learning styles. I respect human nature, culture and diversity. I love change.
How do you determine therapy goals with clients? What does that process look like?
I practice from a humanistic approach, using client centered practices, as I believe it necessary for the client to believe the "will and skill" required and necessary for "Change" is within his/her ability and competence in approaching the process.
Specialties
Anxiety
Anger management
Caregiver stress & support
Child mental health
Behavioral Issues
General Expertise
Depression
Relationship Issues
Academic challenges
Aging related concerns
Communication issues
Divorce & separation
Life coaching
Sexual Harassment & Assault
Fees
$150
Family Therapy
$140
Couples Therapy
$130
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Family Session
Couples Session
Individual Session
Clientele
Young Adults (18-24)
Adults (25-65)
Children (5-12)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Art Therapy
Coaching
Eclectic Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Humanistic Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Training / Certifications
Certified in Human Resources, Administrative Science, Registered Sex Offenders Training, Educational and Community Resources Training for Incarcerated individuals
Certified Domestic Violence Advocate
Certified and Licensed Educator
Licensure
NJ, LPC, 37PC00656800
Education
MMHC/Masters In Mental Health Counseling Fairleigh Dickinson University, MAS/Masters in Administrative Science Fairleigh Dickinson University, BA/ Psychology Rutgers University, P-3/Certified Bloomfield College, AS/Social Science Essex County College
Work History
For over thirty years I have worked with at risk, disadvantage children, adolescences and young adults. I am trained and educated in creating healthy, safe, learning environments. I take pride in providing thorough and efficient resources, and services conducive to autonomy and creating leveled playing fields in the areas of educational, economic and career opportunities. I have navigated my clients as well as their families through obstacles and the daily hassles of everyday life; helping them to set healthy realistic short and and long term goals necessary to living their best life. I have dedicated my professional life to the helping field, advocating for victims of disparity, domestic violence, and dimensional poverty.
Location
346 Mt Prospect Avenue, Newark, 07104, NJ