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I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space grounded in empathy where we can address your unique challenges and foster m...
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I strive to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space grounded in empathy where we can address your unique challenges and foster meaningful change.
Tusharbala Sethy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of mental health and emotional well-being. She has worked in a variety of treatment settings treating clients with a diverse range of clinical needs including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, trauma, intimate partner violence, grief, adjustment disorders, self-esteem issues, and other behavioral health disorders. Tusharbala aims to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to begin their therapeutic process, work towards their goals, and feel supported through life changes.
Tusharbala has a Master’s in Social Work from New York University. She utilizes modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavior therapy, psycho-education, grief counseling, person-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing.
Working through life's challenges can often feel overwhelming. Whether you are dealing with moments of uncertainty, managing past experiences, or struggling with daily emotions, you do not have to face these alone. Tusharbala provides a compassionate environment and a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. Reach out today!
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With as messy as life can be, it's important to acknowledge we are all humans just trying to figure it out. I make it a priority t...
With as messy as life can be, it's important to acknowledge we are all humans just trying to figure it out. I make it a priority to meet my clients where they are with kindness and understanding.
Brie Darling is a Licensed Associate Counselor from New Jersey with 1 year of experience in the mental health field treating concerns including attachment styles, substance use, and life transitions. She specializes in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work-related stressors, and career counseling, and is particularly passionate about guiding individuals and families through conflict. Brie has experience working with clients aged 18+ and finds fulfillment in helping individuals from all backgrounds.
Brie received her Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Rutgers University. She uses various approaches to uniquely cater to client needs including person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and relational therapy.
Brie genuinely believes that humans are remarkable and enjoys helping others become their most authentic selves. By helping clients understand how their core values influence them, Brie empowers individuals to utilize their strengths and unique qualities to navigate their journey toward optimal healing and wellness. Start your journey to healing today!
Cory Birch is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) with 12 years of experience in the me...
Cory Birch is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) with 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Cory is passionate about working with adolescents and adults to address their own unique challenges. He specializes in anxiety, depression, men's issues, work-related stressors, and life transitions. Cory has a diverse background in the counseling profession, working with severe and persistent mental illness, autism spectrum disorders, general anxiety, depressions, trauma, and much more.
Cory completed his Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Centenary University. He utilizes a mix of treatment approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and client-centered, to best work with each client's unique needs.
We all have our unique challenges in life. Cory is confident he can support you and help you achieve your goals in treatment.
I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where I draw on evidence-based, integrative approaches to help you feel truly seen, heal from ...
I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where I draw on evidence-based, integrative approaches to help you feel truly seen, heal from life’s challenges, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with nearly nine years of experience providing outpatient therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, peer conflicts, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions who are seeking support, clarity, and practical tools to feel more grounded and confident. Many of the individuals and families I work with want to better understand themselves, improve their relationships, build effective coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
My approach is integrative and personalized, drawing from CBT, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and solution-focused therapy—tailored to what works best for you. I help clients build practical coping tools, increase self-awareness, and heal from past experiences so they can feel more grounded, confident, and in control.
Together, we'll work at a pace that feels right for you toward meaningful, lasting change. Therapy with me is about more than symptom relief. It is about reclaiming your voice, reconnecting with your values, and building the life you want. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel truly seen, heard, and empowered.
Erica Pena is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, a...
Erica Pena is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse and multicultural backgrounds.
Erica completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Lock Haven University and received her Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling and Psychology from William Paterson. She utilizes various evidence-based approaches, such as relational, collaborative, strength-based, cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness-based, solution-focused, and emotionally-focused approaches to assist clients along the change process.
Erica seeks to establish a therapeutic environment that embodies creativity, flexibility, and awareness to meet the needs of every unique individual and couple. She sees therapy as a collaborative effort with clients in identifying goals and potential solutions to alleviate emotional distress, improve communication skills, strengthen self-care strategies, and promote renewed sense of purpose.
My extensive background in the field guides my eclectic approach to meet my clients where they are and to guide them in attaining ...
My extensive background in the field guides my eclectic approach to meet my clients where they are and to guide them in attaining the life they envision.
Jessica Warren Frazier is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 22 years of experience providing therapeutic services to adolescents, adults, and couples seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, and phase of life transitions.
Jessica completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Evergreen State College and her Master of Arts (MA) in Mental Health Counseling at Antioch University Seattle. She believes client-centered collaboration is the most effective tool to guide her clients towards their wellness goals. Jessica utilizes strength-based, cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, and solution-focused approaches to therapy with a foundation of creativity and flexibility to best meet the unique needs of each client.
Jessica prioritizes strong therapeutic rapport and compassion as the ultimate foundation to the therapeutic relationship. From there, she will guide you towards the meaningful life you envision.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Jennifer: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is eclectic. I prefer being eclectic because every person is an individual and I don't believe there is one type of approach for everyone.
Lara: My go-to approach for helping people in individual therapy is using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT can be helpful for a lot of people to examine how their thoughts play a role in how they've been feeling, which is often relevant for people facing anxiety, depression, stress, or life transitions.
Jennifer: Some of the tools I teach in individual therapy:
Lara: When providing individual therapy, the tools that I teach will vary greatly depending on what brings the person to therapy. I want each client to feel like they're receiving tools to help them with their unique situation, and I help each client to create personal treatment goals when we first start meeting. Some of the tools that I can teach include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) tools to help clients learn how to control their thinking more effectively and manage any unhelpful or negative thoughts. I can also teach mindfulness strategies, which help with keeping our thoughts more centered in the moment and feeling more content with being in the present. I also provide psychoeducation to clients about various topics depending on what's relevant to them, which can include communication-related tools, exploring how to improve interpersonal relationships, and learning other specific coping strategies for managing stress, anxiety, depression, etc.
Jennifer: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they have accepted that they can accomplish the goals they set forth. Mindset and flexibility are important aspects of making lasting changes in therapy.
Lara: I know a client is making meaningful progress in individual therapy when they are reporting that they are noticing less of their current symptoms and are feeling lighter, happier, or more clearheaded! When clients report that they are using the tools and coping strategies that they've learned in sessions, this is also a great sign that they're actively making changes toward their personal goals for therapy.
Jennifer: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy with the coping skills that they have learned in therapy. I believe each individual tailors their own coping skills to fit their own personal wants and needs.
Lara: Clients can supplement their time in individual therapy by spending time prioritizing their own individual needs. This can include practicing more self-care, spending more time focusing on hobbies or interests, spending more time with loved ones, and of course practicing the tools that they've been learning in therapy to help improve their mental health!
Jennifer: To prepare for your first individual session, you can think about what is really important to you and what goals you really want to accomplish.
Lara: To prepare for your first individual therapy session, you can identify some of the main reasons that you want to come to therapy at this time. This can include a variety of reasons, but it would help the therapist to know what your motivation is for coming to therapy and what you'd like to see change. Also, keep in mind that your first session will likely involve being asked a lot of questions, but this is not the norm for every session! This is just for the therapist to get the background information that they need to help you move forward and make progress in therapy.
Individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, allows people to engage in private sessions with a skilled therapist, counselor, or psychologist. The core objective of individual therapy is to establish a secure and confidential setting where you can openly discuss whatever emotional, psychological, or behavioral challenges you face. Through these one-on-one sessions, the client and therapist work together to delve into, comprehend, and ultimately find solutions for the issues at hand in their life.
Individual therapy unfolds in a structured process, commencing with an initial assessment in which the therapist gathers essential information about your history, concerns, and objectives. Together, you and your therapist collaboratively establish specific, attainable goals for your sessions, which can encompass symptom alleviation, personal development, or finding solutions to particular challenges.
Yes, individual therapy, also known as Individual therapy, at Thriveworks can help you to improve your mental health and overall quality of life.
Individual therapy at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The duration of your individual therapy sessions will vary. The decision on the number and frequency of sessions is typically collaboratively determined by the client and therapist.
At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Paramus is located near Sunflower Ave and Century Rd, off NJ-17. It is near the Bergen Community College campus and close to The Valley Hospital.
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