Therapists in Bergenfield, NJ
Things may seem like they are never going to get any better sometimes and you may think that you will never figure out how to be happy. Feelings like this can be a sign of depression and it is important to treat it. There are many counselors based in Bergenfield who specialize in depression and other mental health conditions.
Bergenfield is a quaint town on the Hudson River that has many points of interest to keep you busy. However, sometimes you may not feel like doing anything. This is another sign of depression and talking with one of the counselors in Bergenfield can give you a better idea of what you can do that may help you get back to normal.
Fanteema Barnes-Watson
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
22 years offering treatment
With the Internet having so much information, many people think it is easy to research their problems and find online tools to help them. What I have found over the years is that when people do this, they tend to work in isolation with no objective person to hear them and make sure they use the tools they found. This is why it is so important to have a therapist help you in your process of self-improvement. So if you feel overwhelmed or unfulfilled, your online search has brought you to the right place. I can help you with emotional issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, and stress. I also help you with other areas of your life that become affected by these issues such as relationships, communication, parenting, work or your education. I am comfortable and have experience working with people of all faiths and cultures as well as being an LGBTQQIA (also known as "sexual minority") affirming therapist. My counseling style includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to help people make the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT involves learning about the issues like depression or self-esteem and completing exercises to learn your current mindset and how to change it. Mindfulness is related and is about being aware of yourself and living in the present moment as well as being focused on positive goals. Using these two strategies helps you to stay focused and adds accountability to prevent you from slipping back into old habits. Clients leave sessions with clarity on who they are, what they want, and how to get it, stress-free. My purpose is to help you stop surviving and start living! Still not sure if this is right for you? Take a look at the testimonials below to see what others have said about our work together. I have over 20 years of experience in social work as a therapist, researcher, teacher, and trainer. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, K-12 public schools, as well as colleges and universities. I also founded The SWEET Network, LLC (Supporting Women to Empower and Enhance Themselves): a counseling service that provides individual and couples therapy, specializing in women of color and trauma. My goal is to provide you with simple tools to apply to everyday life.
Maria Caruso
Clinician
License Type(s): LPC,NCC,CT
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefCareer difficultiesDepression
20 years offering treatment
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Thanatology (CT--Death Studies - Grief and Bereavement) with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with both adults and children, couples and families, in groups and individual settings with varied backgrounds and ideologies. I have worked with cancer patients and their families during the most stressful periods of their lives and have also accompanied them through loss and its aftermath. I have also worked in a corporate setting and have helped many people navigate through transition due to any number of life changes and challenges. I believe that counseling is a working partnership between the client and therapist: we both have a job to do to move the client in the agreed upon direction of why counseling was initiated. My approach to counseling is Integrative and Multimodal therapy: combining several types of therapy modalities to cater to the needs and personality of each client. These types include (but limited to) cognitive-behavioral (CBT), Cognitive, Gestalt, Psychodynamic, Person Centered and Relationship. I often use contracting, journaling, different forms of art therapy to help the client hone in on certain areas that may not readily be discussed or even consciously known. The mission is to provide hope, support, and knowledge to those of you who need to find meaning in your life no matter what stage you may be struggling through.
Barbara Muller-Ackerman
Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC,MWC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemDepressionADHD
28 years offering treatment
I am a licensed professional counselor in New Jersey with over 25 years of experience. My counseling style is warm and interactive. My approach is very holistic; exploring many areas of your life and seeing which you would like to work on first - knowing that many overlap and contribute to well being - or the lack of it. I have specialized most often with people of all ages who have Attention issues. These issues rarely show up alone; teaming with depression, anxiety, OCD, sleep disorders and executive function deficits. They also impact relationships and job performance and so there are many places to jump in and do great work together. I also have a lot of experience with women in transition as they move through the many passages and milestones that come with change and age. Along with being an LPC, I am a certified Life, Mindfulness and Wellness coach. Coaching provides an incredible opportunity to partner with a professional dedicated to support you to see the changes you want to make in your life. A coaching relationship helps you build practical strategies for success. Working with you, I will help you clarify your goals and encourage you to realize them based on strengths you have and may have forgotten. Gaining new resources, new tools, new skills- and practicing them, together we will create new possibilities to see you flourish!
Dr. Debra Sandler
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW, E.d.D.
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
39 years offering treatment
I am a laid back, friendly, caring counselor and mediator. I can listen to your issues and help you to to make a plan and learn new ways to deal with your feelings and relationships. Learn strategies to deal with stress, anxiety, anger and depression. Improve communication with family members and coworkers. I received my masters degree from the University of Pennsylvania and my doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. I have worked in private practice for over thirty years.
Mavish Khan
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment
Life can be overwhelming, messy, beautiful, and hard—all at once. If you're feeling anxious, stuck, disconnected, or just plain exhausted, therapy can be a powerful way to sort through it and start feeling more like yourself again. I’m a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience supporting adults through life’s toughest (and most confusing) seasons. I help people work through anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship stress, parenting challenges, and big life transitions. Whether you’re facing something new or something that’s been building for a while, I’ll meet you with empathy, honesty, and no judgment. My approach is collaborative and grounded—I blend evidence-based methods like CBT, solution-focused, psychodynamic, and humanistic therapies. We'll work together to understand what’s going on, make room for healing, and find practical steps forward. Some sessions might feel deep and reflective; others might be about learning new tools or simply letting yourself exhale. And yes, there’s room for humor, too—because growth and grace can coexist. If you’re ready for a space that’s fully yours—to talk, process, and move toward something better—I’m here.
Ammarritta Simpson
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteemDepression
6 years offering treatment
I am a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey with over 5 years of experience working as a therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, PTSD, schizophrenia, addiction, OCD and bipolar. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!
Kevin Ford
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression
15 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, anger management, & bipolar disorder. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Maureen Hinds
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Self esteem
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients find solutions for success by promoting positive changes in attitude and emotional functioning, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Tara Walters
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Trauma and abuse
23 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Arizona with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! However, I am presently only working with clients who are suffering with PTSD and are looking for an evidenced-based psychotherapy to help them heal.
Jonathan Goelz
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCompassion fatigue
10 years offering treatment
I am licensed in California, Florida, and New Jersey with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
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What types of therapists are available to clients in Bergenfield?
Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Bergenfield that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Bergenfield available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Bergenfield therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Bergenfield therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Bergenfield region and in the state of New Jersey.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Bergenfield can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Bergenfield may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Bergenfield offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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