I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New Jersey. I received my Masters from Rutgers University in 2007. I have been a clinical therapist for over a decade. I am also a Certified School Social Worker and can offer educational support and planning, as well as child behavior modification techniques. My focus in recent years has been working with adults, couples, and families in a clinical setting.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
My priority in the beginning of therapy is building rapport with client so that they are comfortable. Together, we will identify your challenges and goals - where you want your life to be a month, six months, a year from now. Then, we'll identify options and strategies you can use to get there. You'll leave the session with a better understanding of what you're facing with an "actions I can take right now" approach. There will always be room for suggestions concerning our work together, including keeping each other accountable.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
When it comes to your well-being, it is important to have a knowledgeable professional that you can turn to. I bring an authentic and safe space to clinical settings and have experience working virtually in offices, schools, and within the community. I believe strongly in creating a trusting environment, which is fundamental to the foundation of our work together. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship stress you're not alone. Together we can work on getting to the root cause of your challenges and explore life's triggers in a creative way. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of mental health needs and services including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and domestic violence. I offer a variety of unique treatment approaches that cater to your individual needs and strengths. I use skill-building techniques that increase emotional regulation and improve one's ability to tolerate distress.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness. Numerous research studies suggest that CBT leads to significant improvement in functioning and quality of life. In many studies, CBT has been demonstrated to be as effective as, or more effective than, other forms of psychological therapy or psychiatric medications.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a modified type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Its main goals are to teach people how to live in the moment, develop healthy ways to cope with stress, regulate their emotions, and improve their relationships with others.
Play Therapy
The primary goal of play therapy is to help children who might struggle with expressing themselves or verbalizing their emotions and help them self-regulate through play activities and other games and creative activities. My techniques will guide a person through play therapy in a free and safe environment where they feel most comfortable expressing themselves. Play therapists use play activities a child might enjoy from painting to dancing to board games.