Mount Arlington, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Creating Change, established in 2016, is a dedicated clinical therapy organization providing mental health services to communities in northern New Jersey. This organization has a strong focus on delivering comprehensive psychotherapy services for children, adults, and families. The therapy programs at Creating Change are thoughtfully designed to empower individuals and families with valuable knowledge, beliefs, strategies, and skills that encourage safe and healthy lifestyle choices. The highly trained therapists are proficient in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), as well as Structural Family Therapy (SFT), Sand Tray Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for those affected by domestic violence. Additionally, some therapists specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), specifically aimed at assisting individuals with autism. The Creating Change staff is composed of Clinical Therapists who continually strive to develop and implement comprehensive, innovative treatment approaches. Furthermore, the organization is committed to providing culturally appropriate services, currently offering therapeutic support in both English and Spanish.

Bernard Ivin, LCSW, is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist specializing in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s challenges, including depression, anxiety, and addiction. With a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), he empowers his clients to become their own therapists by equipping them with effective coping strategies and the tools needed to restructure negative thoughts, boost self-motivation, and cultivate healthier behaviors. His approach integrates mindfulness-based techniques and positive psychology principles to foster resilience and emotional well-being. Bernard is deeply committed to providing the highest quality of care, and this commitment is evident in the enthusiastic feedback from both current and former clients, reflecting his unwavering dedication to their success and happiness.

Awaken Me LLC values the therapeutic relationship deeply. They envision a world where every client discovers healing, wholeness, and effective solutions to life’s challenges through the therapeutic process. Awaken is passionate about cultivating and nurturing the wellbeing of each client, collaborating with them on their healing journey. Recognizing the briefness of life, they are dedicated to helping clients find fulfillment across all areas of life – relationships, community, and workplace – empowering them to move forward. Realization, recognition, and self-awareness are fundamental goals of every session, with Awaken supporting clients in reaching the finish line for their objectives. Board certified in several specialties including Marriage, Family, Couples Counseling, Grief, Anger Management, Trauma, and Crisis Counseling, they also offer expertise in Self-Esteem, Spiritual Counseling, Developmental Life Transitions, Career Development, and more. Clients are encouraged to explore, reflect, and address their life challenges within a space dedicated solely to them, progressing toward their aspirations at their own pace. Awaken provides essential tools and techniques to help clients thrive, enabling them to handle life's situations with confidence wherever they arise.