Therapy in Teaneck, NJ

Compassionate Therapeutic Support For Couples, Families, and individuals virtually and in-person

If you feel that you can relate this…….

Why Do I feel disconnectED from my loved ones? How do I cope with my emotional pain? Why do all my conversations end in arguments and hurt feelings? I feel like I am never good enough. Why do I keep Dating the wrong people? Can my marriage be saved? Why can’t I love myself? Why can’t my family just get along? What is wrong with me?

We are here to help.

Therapy Near me

What we can help you learn….

  • Improve communication with loved ones

  • Create healthy boundaries

  • Strengthen bonds

  • Reduce anxiety, stress, and depression

  • Notice your unwanted patterns & get to the reason why it was created

  • Be compassionate you yourself & Others

Our Services

  • Family Therapy

    Are you struggling with family communication or emotional distance? As a family therapist in Teaneck, NJ, I help you achieve these goals. Together, we'll work on improving communication, resolving misunderstandings, and creating a more connected, resilient family.

  • Couples therapy

    Do you want to rebuild trust, ease conflicts, or strengthen your relationships? We offer a unique and powerful way to address relationship dynamics by integrating both psychological and biological perspectives.

  • Perinatal Therapy

    The transition to parenthood often brings changes in intimacy, communication, and relationship dynamics. Let’s work together to help ease this transition.

  • Trauma Therapy

    When you’re inner child is suffering you are suffering. Whether you're facing life transitions, parenting challenges, or emotional stress, I’m here to guide you toward a healthier, more harmonious family dynamic. Let’s start your journey to lasting change.

Mental Health services for individuals and families in NJ, NY & MD

We are licensed in different states and serve them all virtually. New Jersey we have an in-person location

Mental Health therapist Teaneck NJ

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the emotional, spiritual, or mental challenges of family life or relationship dynamics?
You're not alone, and you're in the right place.

Why It Works

We specialize in family therapy and couples counseling to help strengthen relationships and foster open communication.

We understand that life transitions—such as parenting, marriage, or separation—can be difficult to navigate. We offer holistic therapy for families and couples to support you through these changes with empathy and expertise.

With the right support, you and your family can reclaim joy, purpose, and peace of mind.

Call for a complimentary 15 minute consultation

💭 Frequently Asked Questions

  • 🌱 What kind of therapy do you offer?

    At Compassionate Empowered Counseling, we offer individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Our approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your needs. We focus on helping you feel seen, supported, and empowered—whatever you're facing.

  • 🛋️ What happens during the first session?

    The first session is all about getting to know you. We’ll talk about what brings you in, go over your intake form together, and explore your goals for therapy. You won’t be pressured to share more than you’re ready for—we go at your pace. The goal is to begin building a trusting connection and making sure you feel comfortable and understood. 💛

  • 📍 Where is the office?

    Our in-person office is located at:
    141 Vandelinda Avenue, Teaneck, NJ

    🚗 Please Note:
    There is no street parking on Vandelinda.
    Parking and office entrance are on Mildred Street.
    There’s a walkway from Mildred Street that leads directly to our office door.

  • 💻 Do you offer virtual sessions?

    Yes! We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for clients located in New Jersey, New York, and Maryland. Whether you prefer to meet from the comfort of your home or have a busy schedule, we’re happy to accommodate. 😊

  • 🕒 How long are sessions, and how often will I come?

    Individual sessions are 60 minutes long, Family and Couples Therapy are 90 minutes long, and frequency depends on your goals and availability. Some clients come weekly, while others may come bi-weekly or monthly. Your therapist will work with you to create a schedule that feels right for you. 📅

  • 🙋‍♀️ What if I don’t know what to talk about?

    That’s completely okay—and actually really common!
    You don’t need to come in with a list or agenda. Many clients start with “I don’t know where to begin,” and we take it from there. Your therapist is trained to help guide the conversation in a way that feels natural and supportive. 🗣️

  • 🧠 Can therapy really help me?

    Yes—therapy can help you heal, grow, and feel more in control of your life. Whether you’re facing a specific challenge (like anxiety, depression, relationship stress, or trauma) or just feel stuck, therapy gives you tools, insight, and a space to feel supported.

    At Compassionate Empowered Counseling, we believe that you already have strength inside of you. We’re just here to help you tap into it. 💖

  • 📞 How do I get started?

    Getting started is easy:

    Reach out via email or phone to schedule a free consultation or your first session.

    Complete the intake forms (we’ll send them your way).

    Come as you are—we’ll take care of the rest.

    We can’t wait to meet you and begin this journey together. 🤝

  • 👫 Do you work with couples and families?

    Absolutely. Relationships are a central part of our emotional health, and we are proud to work with all types of partnerships and families—including LGBTQIA+ couples, polyamorous relationships, and non-traditional family structures. 🏳️‍🌈💞

    We provide a welcoming, affirming space for all identities and orientations. Whether you're navigating communication issues, rebuilding trust, parenting challenges, or just looking to strengthen your connection, we're here to support you.

    Love is love—and every relationship deserves respect, compassion, and care. ❤️

Couples Counseling in Teaneck, NJ: Benefits for Your Relationship

If you’re feeling disconnected, overwhelmed by conflict, or struggling to communicate with your partner, couples counseling in Teaneck, NJ can help you move forward—together. At Compassionate Empowered Counseling, Jamie works with couples to foster healing, connection, and long-term relationship health.

Why Choose couples Counseling

  • Better Communication

    Learn how to express yourself clearly and listen with empathy. Many couples struggle with communication breakdowns, leading to misunderstandings and emotional distance. Therapy provides tools to help you feel heard and understood.

  • Rebuild Trust and Safety

    Whether you're recovering from a betrayal or ongoing tension, relationship counseling can help you rebuild a foundation of trust, emotional safety, and mutual respect.

  • Understand Root Causes of Conflict

    Using the PACT model (Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy), Jamie helps couples uncover the deeper emotional triggers and patterns behind recurring arguments and unresolved issues.

  • Reconnect Emotionally and Intimately

    Over time, life stress, parenting, or external pressures can weaken emotional and physical intimacy. Couples counseling in Teaneck offers a space to rediscover your bond and rekindle connection.

  • Navigate Life Transitions Together

    From parenting struggles and fertility issues to career changes or caregiving stress, therapy for couples helps you stay emotionally connected through life’s big transitions.

  • Break Cycles of Reactivity

    Through tools drawn from Compassion-Focused Therapy and Family Systems, Jamie helps partners regulate emotional responses, reduce reactivity, and relate to each other with more compassion and curiosity.

  • Strengthen Long-Term Relationship Health

    Couples therapy isn’t just for crisis. It’s an investment in your relationship’s future. Many couples seek premarital counseling, maintenance check-ins, or support for continued emotional growth.

Benefits of Individual Trauma Therapy

Individual Therapy in New Jersey:

Benefits for Personal Growth & Healing

Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, past trauma, or simply feeling stuck, individual therapy in Teaneck, NJ or online offers a safe and supportive space to heal, grow, and reconnect with your true self. At Compassionate Empowered Counseling, Jamie helps clients explore their inner world, develop emotional resilience, and create meaningful change.

Here are 7 powerful benefits of individual counseling:

1. Manage Anxiety, Stress, and Overwhelm

Therapy helps you identify the root causes of anxiety and stress while building healthy coping tools. Jamie uses a calming, holistic approach to support clients in finding emotional balance and inner peace.

2. Heal from Trauma and Emotional Wounds

Whether it’s a recent experience or unresolved childhood pain, individual counseling offers a safe, non-judgmental space to process trauma and begin the healing journey at your own pace.

3. Gain Clarity During Life Transitions

From career changes and breakups to parenting or grief, therapy provides space to reflect and move through major life transitions with clarity and confidence. Therapy in Teaneck supports you in navigating what’s next.

4. Improve Self-Esteem and Confidence

Low self-worth can quietly impact every area of life. Jamie helps clients challenge limiting beliefs, connect to their inner strengths, and build lasting self-confidence and self-compassion.

5. Set Healthy Boundaries and Improve Relationships

Learning to say no, prioritize your needs, and develop healthier relationship patterns is a key focus of individual therapy. Therapy helps you develop stronger boundaries in both personal and professional life.

6. Explore Your Identity and Spiritual Growth

Jamie integrates Spiritual Psychology and energy-based tools (like Theta Healing and Reiki) for those seeking deeper purpose, intuitive insight, and a more connected, conscious way of living.

7. Feel More Grounded, Empowered, and Whole

With consistent support, clients report feeling more emotionally grounded, connected to their values, and empowered to create positive change. Therapy in Teaneck, NJ becomes a foundation for long-term personal growth.

Begin Individual Therapy in Teaneck, NJ

At Compassionate Empowered Counseling, Jamie combines evidence-based approaches with holistic healing to support the full spectrum of your emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. Her warm, intuitive, and trauma-informed approach creates a space where true transformation can unfold.

Reach out today to schedule your first session and begin your journey toward healing, clarity, and empowerment.

Online Therapy benefits

What is Virtual Therapy?
It's talking to a licensed therapist online—by video or phone—from a place where you feel safe and comfortable.

Feel Better from Anywhere
The Benefits of Virtual Mental Health Therapy

  • Easy to Reach Help
    Live far from the in-person location or don’t have a ride? No problem—you can still talk to someone who cares.

  • Comfort of Home
    Snuggle up on your couch or sit in your favorite chair while talking. You’re in a space that feels good to you.

  • Fits Your Schedule
    Busy day? Therapists offer flexible times—even evenings and weekends.

  • Your Privacy Matters
    No waiting rooms, no running into anyone. It’s just you and your therapist.

  • Keep Going, Even When Life Gets Busy
    No travel means fewer missed appointments—and more support when you need it.

  • More Choices, Just for You
    You can find a therapist who really gets you, even if they don’t live nearby.

  • Feels Natural
    If you’re used to texting or video chatting, virtual therapy can feel like a comfortable way to connect.

  • You deserve to feel heard, supported, and strong.
    Virtual therapy makes it easier to take that first step.

Who we are

Feeling lost and disconnected from your loved ones? Struggling to find your new normal after a new baby? Is one child’s big emotions dictating the household? Do innocent conversations with your partner turn into big fights? If you or your family relates to this, than Jamie is happy to help.

Jamie earned her Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University and brings over a decade of experience working with families and individuals to her practice. Licensed in multiple states, she combines evidence-based therapy techniques with holistic methods to support individuals, couples, and families through significant life changes. Jamie specializes in family therapy, couples counseling, and life transitions counseling, offering a compassionate and empowering approach for those navigating relationship challenges, family dynamics, and personal growth.