Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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**I have daytime openings currently** I aim to provide person-centered therapy that lets you guide the conversation and treatment. I work to meet you where you're at with a focus on your personal goals. I provide individual therapy with a focus on substance use, relationship issues, and mental health issues (depression/anxiety). I have a strong interest in supporting those who are looking for a...
I have a therapeutic focus in the areas of eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, orthorexia, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED), disordered eating, compulsive exercise and body image concerns. I also work with self esteem concerns, depression, anxiety, process and substance use disorders, coping...
Hello and thank you for viewing my bio. There are many reasons to enlist a psychotherapist or counselor, including seeking a better understanding of yourself, following a path of self-discovery, looking for hope and support, or stepping more powerfully into yourself to live the life you wish to have. Since our relationships are so core to engaging our biggest selves, talking with a therapist ca...
Many people seek therapy because they feel stuck, hopeless, or confused. It takes courage to ask for help and address hard issues causing hardship or stress. Whether you are struggling with self-esteem issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, or just having a tough time shaking the feeling that something's not quite right, starting therapy can be a great way to explore those issues. With a...
Many of us get to a point in life where we realize that we cannot keep doing what we've always done. We are tired, discouraged, and unsure of how things could ever change. Maybe you've been fighting addictive behavior, or perhaps you are feeling weighed down by relentless depression/anxiety? Maybe you and your spouse are constantly arguing and wonder if things could ever get back to the way the...
I am a Master’s level Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) and co-occurring disorders therapist, who is trained in Family Systems and Substance Use/Dependency (SUDPT) with the background in Human Biochemistry. I practice with a Holistic view and will focus on your overall well-being and not only emotional and mental health. My specialties are anxiety, depression, low self-esteem,...
My experience includes working with adolescents, young adults, parents, couples, and families. Are you struggling to feel like you are enough? Are you overwhelmed with social, academic, or work pressure? Have you recently gone through a major life transition such as losing a loved one or going through a separation or divorce? Do you struggle as a parent with setting limits or are you terrified ...
Susi Blitman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, who earned her Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University in 2007. Blitman counts on over 12 years of experience helping clients overcome their struggles, improve their lives and the lives of their families. As a mother of two, Blitman has a special interest in helping families, children, and teens with...
We specialize and treat all aspects of addiction. At the North Jersey Wellness Center , we see the whole picture and seek to address the environmental lifestyle, health, education, and psychological aspects of the addiction in order to help you get your life back. Take advantage of our No-Cost Gambling Addiction Treatment Program. We will provide an assessment and treatment for you and any memb...
Feeling Stuck? Scared? Anxious? Not sure what to do anymore? Horrible thoughts, feelings, and experiences keeping you from being happy and feeling good? You are not alone. I can help you work through the difficult parts and allow you to be the person you want to be. I use a warm and collaborative approach to help my clients heal from their pain. As an experienced trauma specialist I create a sa...
Life can throw a number of curve-balls our way. Sometimes these experiences are manageable, but often they bring up a number of feelings, thoughts, and reactions that impact our daily functioning. Perhaps you are struggling with infertility, grief/loss, the challenges of pregnancy + new parenthood, or postpartum anxiety/depression. Maybe you have experienced trauma in your lifetime and have nev...
Many of us have had to adjust to a new type of reality that has restricted our ability to connect with family, friends, coworkers, and the general population due to the Covid-19 pandemic. There is a cloud of uncertainty that tells us that life as we once knew it has forever shifted in how we function as a society. Social distancing has become our new normal. For many of us, this current crisis ...
You’re ready to rediscover who you really are. Life can be challenging. With the latest transitions you’ve experienced, you lost yourself along the way. You may be experiencing anger, sadness, fear, and the feeling that you’re struggling to find yourself. You desire to accept your past, while learning about your true self. You recognize that you want to learn to trust others, by first learning ...
Sometimes you feel out of place, like you can't connect to other people. Your life might appear amazing to others, but you can't seem to enjoy it. You may feel alone and like nobody else understands. Maybe you wish you could be more present for your kids/work/partner/family. While you may have experienced trauma, pain, loss, hardship, or addiction, you are ready to take hold of your future. You...
Do you find yourself constantly wondering, "When will I live a life free of sadness, fear and worry? How do I begin improving the quality of my personal relationships? Will I ever live a satisfying, fulfilled life?" If these questions sound familiar, I would love to help partner with you on your journey to find balance, happiness, confidence and self awareness. My approach embodies the importan...
