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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 30 years of clinical experience. I received my MSW from Columbia University in NY. I also received 2 years of additional psychotherapeutic training at the Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy and the Washington Square Institute in New York City.

Alexandra is a licensed clinical social worker based in NJ. Currently, Alexandra specializes in the treatment of OCD and anxiety disorders that result in low self-esteem, social phobias and unfulfilling relationships. She has also been trained as a call handler at the National Eating Disorders Association(NEDA) and has experience supporting individuals and their families with eating disorders.

I specialize in treating depressive and anxiety-related disorders and mood disorders. I love helping couples and families to get to know each other on a deeper level, whether it's communication or intimacy. My style is empathetic, but also solution-based and goal-oriented. I believe in a holistic approach and uniqueness of each situation. I have a privilege to have an LCADC in my my practice. She has had years of experience working in substance abuse field, and she literally saved lives.

My practice focuses on psychopharmacology. With over thirty years experience in diagnosing and treating patients with medication to address various psychiatric conditions .

Past psychiatric training involved inpatient, outpatient and Partial Hospital Programs involving diagnosing and medically managing psychiatric issues.

Hello! I am licensed in New Jersey with many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety and coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. We will meet using a virtual platform with audio and video. This will make our meetings more convenient and confidential for you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process

My name is Marie. I am an advanced practice nurse dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being. I hold an MSN from Walden University I have about 5 years of experience working in the mental health field as a nurse. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with diverse populations, which has enriched my understanding and approach to therapy.

I am curious and validating, providing a nurturing environment to talk openly and honestly about your struggles, strengths, weaknesses, needs, likes, and dislikes. I love helping people explore their unique and particular powers as well as how these powers impact their world and their relationships. As a passionate supporter of those who have been through unjust or otherwise traumatic experiences--including those experiencing discrimination based upon race or gender identity or sexual orientation--I am particularly interested in helping people gain skills for dealing with, and making sense of, the remnants of their pasts.

Having completed Bessel Van der Kolk's Trauma Research Foundation's Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies in early 2025, I have a strong foundational understanding of the most cutting edge approaches to treating trauma. I am also comfortable using a combination of approaches, including Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I received an MSW from the University of Pennsylvania, a psychodynamically focused program, after which I completed Bryn Mawr's certificate program in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I have also completed 1 year of Gestalt Therapy training and the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Immersion Program.

As an LCSW, my training emphasized the role of social environment--from the family to society at large--in how we construct our narratives, enabling me to help you make sense of what in your life is yours to own and what is a product of your environment.