My name is Doug and I am looking forward to working with you to help address any barriers to improving your health and happiness.
I am 65 year old, have been in the counseling field as a therapist, supervisor and director for over 40 years and have been licensed in New Jersey as a Professional Counselor since 2008.
Every client I have worked with has been unique and required and deserved an individualized approach and plan of care. While I utilize such evidenced based techniques as CBT and MI, my strengths include creating a safe atmosphere to talk, having the ability to normalize a client's problems and feelings, bringing humor and a positive attitude into sessions and having a practical approach to helping a person change at their own pace.
Every client has different challenges in making their life better. I can help you set some realistic goals and then develop strategies to work toward those goals. I help you deal with day to day stressors while exploring unhealthy reactions and patterns that get in the way of your goals.
