Rena Essrog

Rena Essrog is a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) specializing in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, and addictive behaviors. With a wealth of experience, including her role as the Director of Counseling Services at a Family Service Agency, Rena developed crucial programs such as a Domestic Violence Intervention and Prevention program and an Opiate Addiction Prevention Education program. Rena utilizes research-backed methods in her practice, effectively guiding her clients through the interconnectedness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Her expertise in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR), and various other therapeutic modalities equips her to address challenges such as sexual addiction and trauma. Couples therapy is also a significant focus for Rena, where she helps partners overcome common issues surrounding money, sex, parenting, and control dynamics. She understands that at the heart of relationship dissatisfaction lies a need for emotional connection and being truly seen by one another. Through her skillful guidance, Rena empowers couples to reconnect meaningfully, fostering a deeper understanding and harmony in their relationships.