Specialized Anxiety Therapy for the Ridgewood Area Community

In the vibrant, high-achieving communities of Ridgewood, Glen Rock, and Wyckoff, the pursuit of excellence is woven into the fabric of daily life. Whether you are navigating a high-stakes career in the city, managing the complexities of family life in Ho-Ho-Kus, or balancing the unique pressures of the North Jersey professional landscape, the 'always-on' culture can lead to a quiet, persistent sense of anxiety. I provide a dedicated, professional space for residents of the Bergen County area to step away from the hustle, address perfectionism, and prioritize their own mental well-being.

Specialized Therapy and Ketamine Integration for the North Shore Community

  • Moving Beyond Talk Therapy: For clients in the the Ridgewood area who feel they have plateaued in traditional therapy, I offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). This evidence-based approach helps "quiet" the analytical mind, allowing for deeper emotional breakthroughs and relief from chronic stress.

  • Specialized Integration: I have partnered with Journey Clinical to provide a safe, clinical container to process your experiences and turn insights into lasting change.

Local Understanding for the Bergen County Professional

  • The Commuter’s Reality: Whether you’re catching the train at Ridgewood Station or commuting via Glen Rock Main Line, your time is a finite resource. My HIPAA-compliant telehealth allows you to transition from the city directly into a restorative session, without the added stress of the Route 17 or Garden State Parkway traffic.

  • Or, in person in Montclair: While virtual appointments work for some, Montclair is still close enough for an in person session too.

  • A Culture of Achievement: I understand the specific stressors facing families in the Ridgewood and Wyckoff school districts. In a community that values success, I offer a confidential space to untangle the burnout and anxiety that often accompany high expectations.

  • Discreet & Modern: For many in these close-knit Bergen County towns, privacy is a top priority. Virtual therapy offers a level of discretion and convenience that traditional local clinics often cannot match.

Serving All of Bergen County 

I am proud to serve the Ridgewood and Glen Rock corridor, and my licensure allows me to provide the same expert virtual care to residents throughout the state. Whether you’re near Saddle River County Park or working remotely from home, high-level clinical support is just a click away.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • It’s natural to have some concerns about entering into therapy as a way to deal with your anxiety. Many clients are skeptical at first, and then find that the work they do in therapy changes their lives in ways they could never have predicted.

  • Maybe you’ve tried therapy in the past, and didn’t see results (or haven’t yet). I’ve had this experience in my own journey as a client in therapy, so I get it. The research consistently shows that the right fit between client and therapist is key to effective therapy. For that reason, I offer a free initial consultation, and I check in regularly so that we can be sure we are heading in a useful direction. Your feedback is always encouraged and taken seriously.

    The strategies I use to treat therapy are shown to be helpful for many different people. No matter how we approach the problem, the experience we aim for is to identify thoughts and feelings that you find intolerable, and the behaviors you currently use to manage those thoughts and feelings. We will practice ways to shift responses when necessary. We will talk about what’s happening inside of your brain and body that is creating your moods and mindset, and with that knowledge, you’ll be empowered to make change where you feel it would be helpful. You may have heard of some of the techniques often used, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These are among a number of approaches that have strong scientific support for their effectiveness, and I lean heavily on them to guide our work together.

  • Therapy is an investment in your future well-being. The returns on this investment are immeasurable. By taking an hour a week to focus on your own inner workings, you’ll not only feel better yourself, but you’ll also be in a much stronger position to help those around you. Your body will feel it. Your family will feel it. Your co-workers will feel it. You are planting seeds that you get to watch develop for years to come.

    You may also find that your insurance will cover all or part of the cost of therapy. Click here for more information on thatDescription text goes here

  • No! It doesn’t have to! It’s true that some people find the process of therapy so helpful in maintaining their mental stability that they decide to continue sessions without setting an end point.

    That’s not everyone’s experience.

    I offer time limited approaches to anxiety management that focus more on learning and integrating new habits.

    Additionally, I fully support the practice of taking a break from therapy, and in fact find it quite valuable to do so.

    You are not stuck.

    The duration of your therapy is up to you.

  • It's normal to feel hesitant or uncomfortable about opening up at first.

    That’s why I work so hard to create a space in which you feel safe. I am already on your side, and invested in your well-being. And, whenever you don’t want to talk about something, we won’t. Trust takes time to build, and that’s ok.

  • Yes! You can, and you should. But they aren’t your therapist (or at least they shouldn’t be). Unlike informal relationships, your therapy hour is unquestionably dedicated just to you and your well-being. My expertise is in guiding my clients to discover and create new parts of themselves. Rather than staying in homeostasis within established, informal relationships, our work together has the overarching goal of creating change, even when it’s not comfortable.

    Your friends and family are an integral part of your mental and emotional well-being. It may be a therapy goal to help you strengthen those relationships, or let go of guilt about letting yourself be cared for by your network.

    Just as it’s helpful to hire a personal trainer for your workout, or a nutritionist for your diet, it’s also helpful to have professional input on your mental health journey.