Teaneck, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Marie Salwen is a seasoned therapist with over 30 years of experience, specializing in helping adults and elders navigate a variety of mental and emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. Holding the credential of Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), she utilizes an eclectic approach, integrating techniques from various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and Emotionally Focused therapy. Marie's training from the American Institute for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis emphasizes her deep understanding of human emotion and relationships. She recognizes each client as a unique individual deserving an empathic, personalized approach. Through her guidance, clients develop greater mental strength, a more profound sense of self, and improved self-esteem, empowering them to engage more confidently in their relationships, families, and careers.

Marie Baez is a licensed psychotherapist based in New Jersey, offering her services via telehealth as well. Her therapeutic approach is characterized by warmth, compassion, and a nonjudgmental demeanor, focusing on solutions to empower her clients. Known for her positive, empathetic, fun, and creative spirit, Marie is passionate about her work with a diverse clientele that includes children as young as 4 years old, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups. With over 10 years of experience in both educational and clinical settings, she specializes in school counseling, college readiness, life planning, trauma, behavior management, parenting skills, and crisis intervention and stabilization. Marie utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), tailored to meet the needs of her clients.

Elizabeth Rundquist, MA, ATR-BC, ATCS, is a skilled Art Therapist who warmly invites individuals to explore their emotional landscapes in a safe and nurturing environment. With over 20 years of experience, she understands that building trust can be challenging, especially with a new therapist. Elizabeth encourages her clients to express themselves through both dialogue and creative arts, recognizing the transformative potential of these modalities. She specializes in addressing issues such as Depression, Trauma and PTSD, and Relationship Challenges, while employing a variety of therapeutic approaches, including Compassion Focused, Experiential Therapy, and Psychoanalytic methods. Elizabeth's goal is to guide her clients on a creative journey, helping them navigate past traumas and destructive patterns while fostering healing and personal growth. She values the importance of creative expression, offering clients the opportunity to incorporate their own artistic work into therapy sessions. Elizabeth's dedication to providing culturally sensitive, strength-based support ensures a tailored and inclusive approach to each unique individual's needs, empowering them to embrace their present and envision a brighter future.