Personal Statement

The therapist's role is to clearly and correctly reflect the patient back to themself to enable a more functional self understanding and self knowledge. As "Knowledge is power!", accurate self knowledge will empower you to a more authentic and functional life. My 40 + years of clinical experience make me well suited to undertake that journey with you.

I have specialized in treatment with gay and lesbian clients for the past 36 years. Issues facing this community have changed since 1980...but issues continue to create emotional conflict. My extensive experience makes me ideally suited to be empathic, insightful and creative in working with clients of all orientations.

I have considerable experience working with couples in conflict resolution and communication enhancement. My work with same gender couples, in particular, has been a hallmark of my practice.

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Client Focus (Age)

  • Adolescents/Teenagers (14 to 19)
  • Adults
  • Elders (65+)

Therapy Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Gender Identity
  • LGBTQ Issues
  • Men's Issues
  • Obsessive Compulsive
  • Panic Attacks
  • Peer Relationships
  • Phobias
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD

Treatment Orientation

  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational

Modality

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Family
  • Group

Accepted Insurance Plans

  • Out Of Network

Years in Practice

20+ years

Services Fee

  • Therapy Session $70-$180

Payments Accepted

Cash, Check

Licenses

License Name License State Year
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) SC00984 NJ 1987

Certifications

Name Year
Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work (BCD) 1990

Associations

Name Duration
National Association of Social Workers (NASW) 1975

Education

School Degree Major Year
Fordham University MSWClinical Social Work1977

Languages

  • English

Office Address


Center for Identity Development

We offer psychotherapy and counseling for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Our specialty lies in providing aid to people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender. Issues regarding sexuality, depression, anxiety, relationships, and self-esteem can be solved by our expert staff. Our staff includes a licensed clinical psychologist, licensed clinical social workers, and a psychiatrist, who is available when necessary.

31 Trinity Place

Montclair, New Jersey 07042

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