Find a Therapist in Cranford, NJ

Would you like to develop a sense of well-being and joyfulness and improve relationships? You can do so! A lifetime of Zen Buddhist practice and wisdom melded with Western insight as embodied in psychotherapy, and much life experience, are what I bring so that you can benefit. As a result of expanding your insight and connecting to your own deep energy and wisdom, you can improve harmony of mind and body, find true joy, and make a positive impact and contribution in the world. *** Accepting insurance that provides out-of-network coverage (e.g. PPO and POS plans); also accepting self-pay. I cannot work with Medicaid nor with most Medicare and ACA insurance plans. *** We have open conversations where all your thoughts and experiences are welcome, and we can focus on areas that show laden emotionality and potential for your growth and increased self-awareness and acceptance. It is like opening a good door in your mind that may never have been opened before. As trust develops, you will be able to speak more and more freely and connect on the issues that have the most impact for you. I also engage in order to question ideas that seem to be misunderstandings or self-limiting, in order to help you find more clarity and positive energy. Clients report feeling seen and heard, and feeling relief of anxiety, depression, and phobias as their true needs and experiences are being heard, clarified, and responded to. Clients of all ethnicities, races, ages, and sexual orientations are welcome and treated with respect and dignity.

I am a clinical psychologist with experience treating adolescents & adults, as well as training graduate-level clinical counselors. My specialty, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), is an empirically-supported short-term approach to treat anxiety, panic, phobias, obsessional thoughts, compulsive or unhealthy behaviors, depression, anger, and trauma. CBT strategies can also be useful in the domains of stress management, romantic relationship concerns, family conflict, parenting, self-improvement, goal-setting and performance enhancement. I was trained and mentored directly by Dr. Albert Ellis, the founding father of CBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy). For women seeking therapy, I have also focused on how to most effectively help women with challenges faced throughout the life span, such as: dating, marriage, divorce, emotional disturbance, gender role frustration, parenting, self-image, stress management, career satisfaction and development, leadership roles, and the elusive work-life balance. If you are struggling with any of these issues, I’m here to help! My therapeutic work is based on a collaborative approach and a healthy dose of warmth, acceptance, efficiency, hope, support, and humor. We will work together to set goals and help you develop the tools and strategies to make them a reality. Please contact me for a free phone consultation.

Emotional storms are a part of life. These storms can feel overwhelming, chaotic, and intolerable. Stress, anxiety, and self-doubt rob you of your ability to be present and engaged; leaving you feeling stuck — worried about the future, consumed by the past, and overwhelmed by daily demands. But it doesn’t have to stay that way. We will work together to help you fill your toolbox with practical skills and strategies to better understand, identify, and tolerate anxiety, depression, or emotional storms when they arise. Learning more effective ways of navigating these emotional storms will ultimately help get you closer to feeling peace of mind, clarity of thought, and confidence in your ability to heal and thrive. Let’s get you from stressed and overwhelmed to balanced, hopeful, and enthusiastic. Call me today for a free phone consultation, and let’s explore how we can start this journey together.

Are you feeling anxious or questioning yourself after a toxic relationship? Maybe you are trying to set boundaries, rebuild your confidence, or figure out who you are after spending years putting other's needs ahead of your own. I work with adults navigating narcissistic abuse, difficult relationships, anxiety, and major life transitions. I’m passionate about supporting people through their most challenging moments and helping them find their way toward healing and resilience.

“We speak not only to tell other people what we think, but to tell ourselves what we think.  Speech is part of thought.” — Oliver Sacks. Oliver Sacks understood something that I have come to deeply respect—that connecting with others and talking out loud are meaningful practices that can change lives. At many points in our lives we simply need someone to listen. Be it a longstanding mental illness or a life change that creates mixed up thoughts and feelings, sometimes we simply need an educated ear. I have a unique background, having worked in addictions, inpatient and outpatient counseling, and school social work. I have a considerable amount of experience helping parents better connect with their children, working with schools to reach every student, and helping people understand how social environments can both hold them back and facilitate success. Throughout my career, moreover, I have maintained a sharp focus on the complexities and consequences of trauma. As a clinician practicing in these increasingly uncertain and stressful times, I am committed to partnering with you, and will work with you toward achieving the desired relief and growth that will help you pursue the life you want. I am trained in CBT, aspects of DBT, Parent Behavior Training, psychological first aid, social emotional learning, family systems, psychodynamic theory, feminist theory, and humanistic theory.  I take a strengths-based and holistic approach to working with each client, preferring to tailor my treatment style to meet individual needs.  With a casual sense of humor and creative nature, I aim to help you feel heard and understood, to empower you to make meaningful change.

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.

You may be thoughtful, capable, and deeply caring, yet in your closest relationships, something still feels off. You might notice yourself reacting more strongly than you want to, repeating the same patterns, or leaving conversations feeling misunderstood or disconnected. If you’re here, you’ve likely already spent time trying to understand it. And at some point, it begins to feel like insight alone isn’t enough. I help you slow things down and begin to make sense of what’s happening beneath those moments. Together, we look at the patterns shaping how you relate, how you respond under stress, how you protect yourself, and how those patterns show up in your relationships today. This work is not about fixing you. It’s about helping you understand your experience in a way that creates space for you to respond with more clarity, steadiness, and intention. As we work together, you’ll begin to notice: less reactivity more awareness in the moment a stronger sense of yourself and a more grounded way of connecting I provide a space that is thoughtful, steady, and nonjudgmental, where you don’t have to perform to be understood. From there, real change becomes possible.

Roussel Javier is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over a decade of experience in human services. She worked closely with the elderly population for more than nine years, and she has over five years of mental health care experience serving children, young adults, adults, couples, and families. She is passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the different challenges life brings, with the goal of building resilience and resources along the way.

Are you a busy professional and/or parent seeking a healthy work-life balance? Do you often feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or burnout? Are you looking for a positive space to recharge? I know how hard it is to juggle family and career. Our dedicated therapy team at Sunshine Counseling is here to help you move forward. I bring patience, energy, and evidence-based strategies directly to your screen, so you can prioritize your mental health from the comfort of home, perhaps with a favorite cup of tea or coffee. Reach out if you'd like to work together to rediscover joy, manage stress, and explore fresh paths to wellness.

I believe that we are all meant to live happy lives, full of meaning. I feel strongly that the adversities we face in our lifetime can serve us well by providing us with the opportunity to gain a higher plain of purpose. My passion and excitement for providing psychotherapy stem from my desire to help individuals discover how they can use their negative experiences in a way that benefits their lives.