Therapy for Women
in Westfield, NJ
Are You A Woman Who Feels Like You Can’t Catch A Break?
Do you feel like everyone expects you to be the perfect wife, mom, daughter, professional and friend?
Are you exhausted from having to juggle all of your responsibilities?
Do you wish you had more room in your life for self-care?
Maybe you feel like everyone in your life expects you to be “superwoman”. You’re supposed to take care of so many responsibilities and play so many roles while dealing with intense amounts of pressure. When you feel like you are spread too thin it can be very overwhelming and begin to feel like “too much”.
Eventually, being under this kind of strain could often lead to burnout. You may feel fatigued, irritable and unable to be fully present. Your relationships may deteriorate and you may find yourself withdrawing from the social activities you normally love.
Perhaps for the first time, you’re thinking that it’s time to talk to a counselor who specializes in helping women.
Deep Down, Maybe You Just Don’t Feel Good About Who You Are
Although you’ve accomplished a lot and you mean so much to so many people, perhaps you still suffer from low self-esteem. You might feel inadequate as a professional, a friend, a partner, a daughter or even as a parent.
As a mother you may worry that you’re not raising your children right or that you are doing enough to support them. “Mom guilt” is a very real thing (both internally and due to external pressures). These feelings can be especially common if you’re a new mom — you may have a tough time connecting with your baby, which can lead to feelings of guilt, shame, and embarrassment.
In marriages and relationships, low self-esteem could impact your ability to show up as your authentic self. Maybe you struggle to advocate for yourself and end up spending all of your energy trying to meet your partner’s needs instead of your own.
If you want to feel more confident in who you are and live a more connected and authentic life, therapy may be the key. Counseling for women can empower you, boost your self-esteem, improve your mental health, and invite self-care into your life.
Have any questions? Send me a message!
If You’re Struggling With Your Mental Health, You’re Not Alone
Many women in today’s society suffer from anxiety, depression, trauma, and low self-esteem. None of which is surprising — as women in our culture are expected to live up to so many unrealistic standards of success.
On top of all these competing demands, many women often deal with other struggles throughout their life that all too often get dismissed or minimized - such as - hormonal issues, struggles with infertility, miscarriage or loss, pregnancy, postpartum depression and anxiety, the transition into new motherhood, life transitions (such as becoming an empty nester), perimenopause and menopause. Suffice it to say that the need for skilled therapists for females, has never been greater — because no one can be expected to bear all these pressures alone!
Sadly, Many Women Are Taught Not To Prioritize Their Mental Health Needs
From a young age, most women are raised to put others before themselves. They’re taught to be motherly, nurturing, and sacrificial.
And while many of these qualities are good in and of themselves, the sad reality is that because of that a lot of women go through their lives without getting their own needs met. They put so much time and energy into caring for their partners, children, parents and friends that their own physical and mental health doesn’t get the care it deserves.
Despite what the culture at large says, there is no shame in prioritizing your needs and making room for self-care. In fact, doing so can actually improve your ability to support others. When you invest in your own mental health, you generally have more energy left to spare for the people you love.
Therapy Can Empower Women To Live Confidently And Authentically
You deserve a space where you can rest, unwind, and be yourself unreservedly—somewhere free from the conflicting and demanding expectations for women in today’s world. That’s what therapy for women offers.
Counseling for women aims to cultivate an atmosphere of warmth, comfort, and understanding. Each session will help to:
Validate you in your struggles and give you real-life skills for improving your mental, emotional, and relational well-being
Show you how to incorporate self-care into your life and prioritize your own needs and values
Teach you how to deal with issues in your family, career, marriage, and many other areas of your life
I take a holistic approach, looking at how your challenges impact your mind, body, and spirit. This way, treatment can be comprehensive and address every aspect of who you are.
What To Expect In Women’s Therapy Sessions
In the beginning, we will go over your main concerns and your goals for seeking therapy.
We’ll explore the core issues that are causing your mental and emotional distress and look at how they’re impacting your day-to-day life. Sometimes, this involves delving into the past and uncovering experiences and relationships that left you feeling vulnerable, afraid, or unsafe. In this way, therapy is aimed at understanding the connections between past and present.
At the same time, this holistic approach is also deeply practical and focused on the here and now. You will learn skills for increasing your assertiveness, maintaining healthy boundaries, and communicating your needs clearly and effectively.
The overall goal is for you to have more of a voice in your relationships, advocating for yourself and decreasing the need to be present for everyone at all times. It’s okay to say no, and it’s okay to prioritize your own well-being.
In the end, my greatest hope is that you will walk away from therapy feeling confident and empowered to take on life’s biggest challenges and be your most authentic self.
Perhaps You’re Considering Therapy For Women, But You Still Have Some Questions…
What if I don’t have time for therapy?
I understand that you’re busy and admire your drive to be present and successful in every area of your life. However, just as a car can run out of fuel, our bodies are not designed to go-go-go at all times. Many of my clients find that counseling actually makes them feel more productive as a caregiver, partner, and coworker, since it helps them to set priorities and guard against burnout.
Shouldn’t I be able to work through my issues myself?
We are social creatures—we heal and grow in the context of supportive relationships. Although our individualistic culture may tell us that we need to be self-sufficient, the truth is that we’re all stronger when we have supportive shoulders that we can lean on. Besides, since you’re reading this page, you’ve probably realized that getting by on your own strength isn’t cutting it right now. You’ve sensed that you could use some extra help, and there’s no shame in that!
How long will therapy take?
The answer is different for every client. If your goal for therapy is to learn new skills for stress reduction and relationship building, you may only need a few sessions. But if you’re looking to do some deeper work and focus on healing old emotional wounds in your life, it’s okay to pursue counseling more long-term. I encourage you to be kind to yourself regardless of how long it takes you to fulfill your goals—everyone heals at their own pace.
Take Back Your Power And Reconnect With Your Authentic Self
My practice is all about championing women’s empowerment, and I am confident that my holistic approach to counseling can equip you with the skills and strategies to take control of your life. Please feel free to contact me to find out more about my services.
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