Find a Therapist in Clifton, NJ

My approach in therapy is collaborative, supportive, and goal oriented.

Hello! My name is Elizabeth Chery, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I have a master’s degree in social work from the University of New England. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, addiction, relationship concerns, and other life experiences. I believe that each person has a story that has shaped what they are currently experiencing. Through my work, I strive to foster a safe space where clients can tell their stories, gain insight into how their experiences have affected them, and create a new reality that is more fulfilling. I purposefully incorporate multicultural concepts into each case because I feel culture greatly influences how we interact with those around us and can help us define our strengths. I truly believe that therapy is for everyone, but not every therapist is right for every client. Therefore, I encourage open communication about the therapy process so clients can best overcome their obstacles. I utilize various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing. I have been providing psychotherapy for over six years in a variety of settings.

Are you seeking better relationships, greater career success, or relief from emotional distress? I will work with you to overcome the obstacles to living the life you want. Understanding yourself and others in new ways can increase your ability to relate to people authentically and experience love. Reconsidering recurring patterns that once seemed inevitable or uncontrollable can help you eliminate self-defeating behaviors and discover new choices and options. Acquiring the psychological skills to direct your life more effectively can lead to making lasting changes. Developing your emotional intelligence can promote greater resilience, humor, and capacity for pleasure. In therapy you can clarify your goals and develop the self-confidence and interpersonal skills to attain them, learn to build strong relationships, motivate yourself to achieve professional and financial success, and learn to cope effectively with challenges. The aim is to live more consciously and experience greater satisfaction in life. I provide therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable expressing yourself openly. I have practiced for over 20 years, and also teach and supervise other therapists. I work with each person as an individual and tailor my treatment approach to your unique needs.

I specialize in helping couples who care deeply about their relationship but find themselves having the same fight over and over again. I’ll help you understand your cycle and find ways to get unstuck. Together, you can build a relationship that feels secure and safe. I use emotionally focused therapy (EFT), a well-researched, evidence-based approach to couples therapy that helps partners move from conflict and disconnection toward a stronger, more secure emotional bond. Rather than focusing only on surface-level communication skills, EFT looks at the deeper emotions and attachment needs that shape how couples interact. Many partners find themselves stuck in repetitive cycles, one pursuing and the other withdrawing, without fully understanding why those patterns keep happening. In EFT, we work together to slow down these moments and make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface. You’ll begin to understand your relationship patterns in a new way, recognizing how both partners are affected and how each of you is trying to cope. As those deeper emotions become clearer, sessions focus on helping you express them in ways that create connection rather than conflict. This process helps partners feel more seen, heard, and understood. Over time, couples can shift out of painful, reactive cycles and build a more secure, supportive relationship. EFT has been shown to be highly effective in helping couples strengthen trust, improve emotional intimacy, and create lasting change. The goal is not just to reduce conflict, but to help you feel more connected, safe, and supported in your relationship.

Welcome! I work with clients who struggle with the psychological, emotional, and physical consequences of past and or ongoing trauma, as they try to avoid repeating personal and professional mistakes that only worsen their experiences. If these challenges sound familiar, I can help you process your trauma in a supportive, validating environment, that is empowering and ultimately freeing.

Have you wondered how past experiences or how you were treated as a child are affecting how you feel now? Perhaps you experience mood swings, anger, depression or anxiety and often feel as if your emotions are out-of-control. Do you sometimes feel agitated or irritable? Have unsatisfying relationships have been a part of your life? Early family dynamics often have a long-term impact, influencing how you view yourself and your place in the world. If you feel hopeless or discouraged please know that It doesn’t have to be like this! We can work together to understand your thoughts, feelings and past experiences. Then, we'll focus on changing patterns that keep you feeling stuck and on developing new ways to cope so that you experience more of what you desire in life. Healing is possible and life can feel more satisfying! Treatment is designed to fit your goals, is trauma-informed, and focused on your healing, growth and wellness. We work with the mind - body connection to heal from past experiences using EMDR, Somatic Experiencing and other therapies. Troubling thoughts and the emotions and behaviors that follow can be modified with CBT and Mindfulness. The goal is for you to feel more stable and confident. Warm, kind, respectful and non-judgmental, I am passionate about helping people better manage their emotions and lives. I fully believe that you have the inherent ability to change! My aim is to help you feel better so that you can be the best version of yourself and live the life you’ve always dreamed of. Let's start making positive changes together - schedule a free consultation today! "What you do today can improve all your tomorrows." Ralph Marston

You don’t have to carry it alone. Whether you’re healing from trauma, navigating depression or anxiety, or simply feeling overwhelmed by life, therapy can help you find clarity, relief, and connection. I create a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself. Together we'll explore what's holding you back and build tools that help you move forward with more peace and clarity. You're not broken- you're human, and healing is possible!

Congratulations on your interest in beginning (or revisiting) psychotherapy. I believe psychotherapy and psychoanalysis can be life-changing practices -- and that positive, productive treatment begins with a safe, trusting, confidential, compassionate, and empathic client-therapist alliance. My approach is based in eclectic psychodynamic psychotherapy. This means that we collaborate toward understanding and resolving your concerns not only in the present moment but also with attention to their origin and your future health and happiness. To do this, I integrate numerous modalities, including CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), relational therapy, object relations, intersubjective, Jungian analysis, and Vedic psychology, as is relevant and helpful to you. In short, I will follow your lead and preference about what approaches you find most satisfying and helpful.

I view therapy as a collaborative process to which we both bring insight, feedback, expertise. Your experience and growth is central to the process and my goal is to facilitate a rewarding and productive process for you. Whether you are grappling with anxiety, sadness, conflict, fear, or any other human experience, I will approach the issue with curiosity, warmth and honesty.

Have you found yourself stuck in a cycle of anxiety, overthinking, or feeling down? It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but change is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. I believe in the power of collaboration and tailoring therapy to meet your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll explore the best therapeutic approach for you—whether it’s exposure and response prevention (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), trauma-focused therapy, or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—to help you reclaim your life and your happiness. I specialize in treating OCD, anxiety-related conditions, trauma, and mood conditions. Beyond these areas, I also have extensive experience helping people work through relationship challenges, chronic pain, and insomnia. My approach is individualized because no two lives or goals are the same. Taking that first step toward change can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. I strive to make therapy a space where you feel supported and understood. With compassion, humor, and authenticity, I aim to guide you toward meaningful, lasting changes. I’m licensed in New York and New Jersey and I’m authorized to provide Telehealth in 41 states through PSYPACT. If you’re ready to take the first step, I’d be happy to discuss your questions in a consultation and help you get started on your path to a better life.

I draw from evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), person-centered, and solution-focused techniques, to meet each client’s unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.

I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years, working with individuals couples and families. I work with individuals and families dealing with a wide range of issues, and with both traditional and non traditional families. Who ever I am working with, I pay attention to the context of people's lives and the importance of the significant relationships in our lives. As a family and couple therapist I work with the ways our interaction patterns serve to promote healing, and the ways that those patterns help to maintain problems. In difficult times both individuals and families can become focused on their problems, and the more positive parts of our lives can become diminished. I think that one of the important tasks of therapy is to help people to focus on and utilize their strengths and resources