Attentive Psychotherapy & Counseling Center

New Jersey Licensed Therapy Practice

Welcome! We are so glad you are here. It takes courage and strength to seek help and you are taking the first step today. You may have been thinking about reaching out for some time now, but it has been difficult. We recognize and appreciate how hard this process is for you. Sometimes it may feel as though you are a volcano with lava bubbling inside and at any moment you are going to erupt. You are not alone.

We are here to help. We believe it is an honor and privilege to have the opportunity to work with clients and help provide the support needed during challenging times. Through challenges we become even stronger. It can be a relief to share your thoughts, feelings, fears, and joys with a professional who is trained in the art of listening and counseling.

Our mission is to provide timely and highly skilled mental health care without the burden of long waiting times. We recognize the urgency of your needs and are committed to scheduling appointments within the same week or the following week to ensure you receive the help you require when you need it most.

Our approach is gentle and kind. We follow your lead. This is your ship to sail. We are along for the ride and to help guide you when you reach choppy waters. So, let's get started on our journey today!

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Grief Isn’t Just Crying: The Silent Ways It Affects You (And How to Cope)

Grief is a natural response to loss, but it doesn’t always follow a neat timeline. The healing process is individual.

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Navigating Mother's Day: Embracing Joy, Grief, and Everything In Between

Mother's Day is often portrayed as a time of celebration, filled with flowers, heartfelt cards, and family gatherings. For many, it's a cherished occasion to honor and appreciate maternal figures. However, for others, it can be a day marked by complex emotions—grief, longing, estrangement, or unfulfilled desires. At Attentive Psychotherapy & Counseling Center, we recognize and honor the full spectrum of feelings that this day can evoke.

My Partner Needs Help But Won’t Get It: How to Encourage Them to Seek Therapy

Watching someone you love struggle emotionally or mentally—yet refuse to seek help—can feel heartbreaking and exhausting. You might see the signs of depression, anxiety, trauma, or burnout in your partner, but every time you bring up therapy, they shut down or change the subject. So, how do you encourage your partner to get the support they need without making them feel judged, pressured, or ashamed? Here are some compassionate, research-supported strategies that can make a

"We need to learn to love ourselves first, in all our glory and our imperfections."

John Lennon

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In-Person & Online Therapy / Counseling in New Jersey

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Teletherapy

Individual Therapy

Quality Individualized Care

"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." - Jon Kabat-Zinn

Therapy is a place where you have the opportunity to express yourself in a confidential setting without judgment. In life, we all need hope, guidance, and encouragement. We will help you to feel empowered by sharing practical tools and techniques that facilitate positive growth. Therapy can be a healing and life changing experience, which is beneficial for everyone. Call or email us today to schedule your appointment.

We return EVERY call and email.

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Family Therapy

A Happier, Healthier Family

"Families are the compass that guides us. They are the inspiration to reach great heights, and our comfort when we occasionally falter." - Brad Henry

In family therapy we work together to communicate and explore our thoughts and feelings. It is a sacred time where there are no distractions and families can focus on each other. We work on solving everyday conflicts and discuss stressful events, which impact the entire family. It is a place where all family members have a voice.

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Clinical Consultation

Here For You

"We think we listen, but rarely do we listen with real understanding and true empathy. Yet listening of this very special kind, is one of the most potent forces for change that I know." - Carl Rogers

Clinical consultation is provided for those seeking specialized assistance with their cases. Ethics, culturally competent practice, self-care, and evidence-based practice are the foundation of clinical consultation. Guidance is provided in a confidential and supportive setting. This is an exciting time where you learn how to apply everything you learned in books and classes to practice.

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