Find a Therapist in Columbia, NJ

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

Finding the right therapist can feel daunting. It might help you make your decision to know I felt I had to earn the right to accompany my clients on their psychological journeys. I earned that right not just through formal education, but also by embarking on the same psychological journey upon which I would ultimately accompany my clients. I offer therapy in a private, tranquil, picturesque office setting. Please give me a call to discuss how I can help you navigate the challenges you're facing.

I specialize in working with young adults struggling with anxiety, relationship issues, life transitions and substance use. When we are anxious and overwhelmed, it can cause us to feel disconnected from others. Feeling stuck and stressed can trigger self-doubt and poor decision-making, and this chips away at our self-esteem. Personal challenges have taught me that tough times can be an opportunity to gain wisdom and resiliency. I can help you identify the core issues that are negatively impacting your life and deterring you from enjoying your life and achieving your goals. I am an ‘active’ therapist, who makes suggestions and offers guidance, as opposed to just asking “how does that make you feel”? I forge close relationships with clients, who appreciate my warmth, openness and good energy. I provide clients a safe, judgement-free space, where they feel heard, respected and supported. Using holistic and science-based methods, I teach clients solution-focused strategies that they implement in their daily life and for future bumps in the road. With my help, clients learn to step into their personal power. This increases their self-confidence, optimism, and self-awareness. If you are ready to step into your power, I can help you get there.

If you're ready to better understand yourself, break free from self-doubt, and create a life that feels more authentic, therapy can help. Together, we'll explore how your past experiences have shaped your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self. My goal is to help you develop emotional maturity, strengthen self-awareness, and learn to embrace the present instead of living in anxiety or fear of what might happen. You'll gain practical tools to set healthy boundaries, prioritize your own needs without guilt, and build a life guided by your values rather than your fears. My work is grounded in a person-centered approach. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you with curiosity, respect, and honesty. Therapy with me is collaborative and conversational. It does not have to feel stiff or clinical. Growth can include insight, practical tools, and even moments of humor. My goal is to help you feel more confident, grounded, and aligned with the version of yourself you want to become — not a “perfect” version, but a more authentic and self-assured one.

I am a Licensed Marriage and (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) who works with adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm. I specialize in helping people who feel tired, overwhelmed, and unsure of their next step, but are ready for change. I work with clients who are carrying more than they let others see, and I help them gain clarity, build healthier patterns, and feel more grounded and in control of their lives.

At Peace and Wellness Center, we are committed to meet the emotional needs of our clients and to help them achieve a renewed sense of wellbeing. We believe that all people have the potential to achieve fulfilling and satisfying lives. The Center provides an array of behavioral therapy services to clients of different ages and backgrounds. Our psychotherapeutic services are tailored to our clients' needs in a nurturing and supportive environment. We are committed to providing compassionate and confidential care to our clients while they embark on a journey to achieve personal and emotional growth. Our goal is to always inspire and guide clients to identify their own inner peace, to harness it, and to use its tremendous power throughout the good and bad times in their lives. Therapy is most effective when there is a feeling of trust and when a strong connection is felt between therapist and client. Through experience, I have found that the client benefits from a first session where they can walk in and discuss their primary concerns and feelings without any pressure. Therefore, we offer an initial consultation. The initial consultation provides you the opportunity to ask questions, learn about the services we provide before you are asked questions about why you are seeking therapy. This initial consultation is also essential for us to assess what we need to know about the prospective client and to determine if the client and therapist are a good fit before we make an agreement to work together. Clients who have had an initial consultation approach their first session of therapy with a greater sense of comfort, commitment, and readiness. Each person has unique needs and goals for therapy. As skilled therapists, we bring a broad range of best practice knowledge gained from training, clinical and personal experiences. Therapy is a collaborative experience that develops as trust is established in an empathetic and nurturing therapeutic alliance. A well-prepared therapist understands just how challenging life can be and will help clients overcome the challenges that are impacting their quality of life.

You deserve support that honors the fullness of who you are. Maybe you've always been the one others rely on, yet you're quietly feeling overwhelmed yourself. Perhaps you're questioning a relationship, struggling with anxiety that never seems to quiet down, feeling disconnected from who you once were, or wondering why you keep finding yourself in the same painful patterns. Maybe you're navigating a major life transition, carrying the weight of family expectations, or feeling stuck between where you are and where you want to be. Whatever brings you here, you don't have to figure it out alone. My approach to therapy is integrative, compassionate, and collaborative. I create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, make sense of what you're experiencing, and feel genuinely heard. Together, we'll explore the connections between your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical well-being while identifying patterns that may be keeping you stuck. My goal is to help you develop greater self-awareness, strengthen your confidence, and create meaningful change that feels authentic to who you are. I draw from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based interventions, and psychodynamic therapy. Grounded in multicultural humility, trauma-informed care, and attachment-focused principles, I help clients understand how past experiences and relationships may continue to influence present challenges. Along the way, you'll gain practical tools to manage life's difficulties while also developing a deeper understanding of yourself that supports lasting growth. I hold a Master of Science in Education in Mental Health Counseling from Hunter College and a Master of Arts in Psychology from New York University. I also earned dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Communication, with a minor in Applied Psychology and Education, from the University of California, Santa Barbara. My background in psychotherapy, clinical research, behavioral therapy, and health coaching allows me to combine the latest psychological science with compassionate, individualized care. It would be an honor to support you as you move toward greater clarity, resilience, and a life that feels more fully your own.

Looking for a therapist can feel daunting and overwhelming, especially when you're feeling stuck, desperate, or confused. I'm happy you've landed on my profile. Allow me to be a partner in your healing journey. Together we'll explore what brings you into therapy. We'll examine your current and past relationships and how those have influenced your beliefs about yourself. We'll build a new relationship together based in safety and trust. Throughout our work, I will share with you not only my observations, but my feelings and experiences of what you're saying. We'll identify and process your emotions in real time, and we'll connect to your physical body to understand how those emotions are showing up for you physically. Throughout this process, you will learn. to be kinder and more compassionate to yourself, experience that care and compassion from me, and above all, address the feelings that led you to therapy in the first place.

I help men manage ADHD and anxiety, build assertiveness, and navigate life’s transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and resilience. My mission is to provide practical, evidence-based counseling that empowers men to strengthen self-awareness, improve relationships, overcome challenges, and create meaningful, purpose-driven lives.

I have been a clinical psychologist for over 20 years and have experience with a myriad of circumstances, diagnoses, and difficulties people face in life. I believe in establishing a safe environment in which one can freely express what they feel, think, believe, question, and share anything without worrying about judgment. Many circumstances in life have clouded one's ability to fulfill one's true potential and live life as one's best self. Together, we will gain insight into the genesis of what troubles you and work to strengthen skills and strategies to cope effectively and establish personal growth. I have a great deal of experience with many life, relationship, family, and social challenges. I use an eclectic approach with a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) background to treat adolescents and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and eating issues and their related challenges. I am interactive, direct, and fully engaging in sessions. Whether your life seems currently unmanageable and/or you feel you haven't addressed past unprocessed difficulties, I can help you. To have someone by your side, helping you manage the challenges, encouraging you to face the obstacles, and supporting you every step of the way is essential to the therapeutic process and progress. I am truly here to help!