Garfield, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Bergen Alliance, a dedicated clinical social worker and therapist, has over 25 years of experience in the fields of mental health and addiction recovery, particularly with adolescents and young adults. Having received extensive training at New York Hospital Cornell Psychiatric Hospital, Bergen specializes in addiction therapies, offering support programs tailored for youth grappling with drug and alcohol dependency issues. With a keen focus on dual diagnoses, Bergen collaborates with clients to explore the root causes of their challenges, fostering a collective understanding that benefits both individuals and their families. The practice values teamwork, integrating services with nurses and psychiatrists for comprehensive ongoing consultation. Recognizing the rising rates of addiction among youth, Bergen expanded services to include recovery options, providing both group and individual therapy. Each client receives a personalized plan aimed at equipping them with the right tools to build a successful future. Known for a warm and welcoming atmosphere, Bergen’s practice prioritizes creating a secure environment for clients; flexibility is emphasized in response to individual needs. Instead of a formal approach, Bergen believes in authenticity as the most effective means of facilitating healing and growth.

Living In Balance Counseling and Services, led by Tiffany, boasts many years of experience in supporting children, adolescents, individuals, couples, and families through a wide range of challenges. Tiffany's expertise includes addressing anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiance, trauma, grief and loss, various forms of abuse, and adjustment disorders. Moreover, she is well-versed in learning disorders, special education, autism, adoption, foster care, and the complexities faced by separation, divorce, and blended families. Tiffany is dedicated to tailoring her approach to suit each client's unique needs and goals, employing a diverse array of techniques and interventions. Her therapeutic repertoire encompasses client-centered and strength-based methods, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems theory, psychoeducation, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness approaches, all aimed at fostering healing and growth.

A Therapy Life Center is dedicated to supporting individuals and families in navigating their mental health journeys. Many people struggle with feelings of disconnection from themselves and others, often prioritizing their needs last. In today's fast-paced world, anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty can disrupt relationships, careers, and personal happiness. A believes that life shouldn't be so challenging and offers compassionate guidance to help clients overcome their past traumas and reconnect with their hearts. Specializing in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, and family conflict, A employs a variety of effective therapeutic approaches, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Positive Psychology, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. A Therapy Life Center honors each client's experience, treating them with respect and dignity, ensuring a safe space for healing and growth. A has authored a book titled 'Lessons from the Listening Lady - Adolescents & Anxiety - A Family Guide to Making the Mind, Body, and Spirit Connection,' which is available on Amazon. Committed to serving children, adolescents, adults, and families, A Therapy Life Center embraces the journey toward self-love and healing, empowering clients to release what no longer serves them and usher in positive change in their lives.