Compassionate Empowered cOunseling
Therapy in Teaneck, Bergen County: Feel Empowered Again
Compassionate care virtually and in-person
You're stretched thin. Maybe you're adjusting to motherhood, or your relationship feels harder than it should, or you're carrying something from the past that won't let go. Whatever brought you here, you know something needs to change.
You're not broken. You're responding to real things—new beginnings, old patterns, the weight of what you've lived through. And the good news is this: you don't have to figure it out alone. With the right support, you can feel grounded again. You can feel seen. You can take back your power.
I'm Jamie, and I help people just like you find their way forward.
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Compassionate Therapy for New Moms, Couples & Trauma in Bergen County
Whether you're navigating the perinatal period, building a strong foundation with your partner, or healing from trauma, you deserve support from someone who truly understands. I'm a therapist in Teaneck serving Bergen County, North Jersey, New York, and beyond—with specialized training to meet you where you are.
Therapist in Teaneck & Bergen County | New Jersey Counseling
My practice, Compassionate Empowered Counseling, is located in Teaneck on two direct bus lines from Manhattan, with free parking just outside New York City. I work with individuals online and in person, and see couples and families in my Bergen County office.
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For New Moms and Parents in the Perinatal Stage
Pregnancy, birth, and becoming a parent are among the most profound transitions you'll ever go through. They can also be among the loneliest. Postpartum depression and anxiety are real. Birth trauma is real. The question "Is this normal?" might keep you up at night. Before I was a therapist, I was a birth doula. I've sat with people in their most vulnerable moments, and that shaped everything about how I work. I understand the body's memory. I understand the nervous system's response to birth. I know that healing happens not just in your mind, but in your whole self. If you're struggling with the postpartum period, processing your birth experience, or grieving after loss—including rainbow babies after loss—we have real tools to help you feel steady again. Learn more about perinatal therapy here.
For Couples and Families
You want a strong foundation. You don't want to repeat what you saw growing up, or what ended a past relationship. Maybe you're newly together, or newly parents, or you're navigating a change that's testing your connection.
The way two nervous systems respond to each other matters just as much as the words you speak. I use PACT, a couples approach that looks at how you both show up when things feel hard. I also bring somatic work—because healing happens in your body, not just your words. You'll learn how to stay connected when stress rises, and how to trust each other again.
Strong relationships aren't built on luck. They're built on understanding.Read more about couples therapy here.
For People Carrying Trauma
Trauma lives in the body. You might not even realize it's there until your nervous system reacts—a feeling, a sound, a moment that pulls you back. EMDR is evidence-based work that helps your brain process what happened so it doesn't run your life anymore.
I specialize in birth trauma, but I also work with other forms of trauma and the way they show up in your day-to-day. You don't have to white-knuckle your way through. You can actually heal. Explore trauma therapy options here.
Why Work with Me
I bring lived experience. I've trained across disciplines—as a doula, in somatic therapy, in mindfulness and spiritual psychology, in the nervous system work that helps your body feel safe again. I'm not here to tell you what to do. I'm here to help you find what's true for you, and to meet you with compassion and respect.
Our Services
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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.
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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.
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Perinatal Therapy
The transition to parenthood often brings changes in intimacy, communication, and relationship dynamics. Let’s work together to help ease this transition.
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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.
Watch our video to find out more about how we can help!
About Me
I'm a therapist in Teaneck, Bergen County, with training and experience that spans helping people through some of their most vulnerable moments. My background as a birth doula shaped how I listen and how I work—I understand that healing happens in the body and the mind together. I'm trained in EMDR for trauma, PACT for couples, somatic therapy, and compassion-focused work. What that means for you is that I don't just hear your words. I understand how your nervous system responds, how your body holds what you've been through, and how real change happens. I'm here to help you feel empowered, not broken. You're not the problem. You just need the right support.
💭 Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Why Choose couples Counseling
Let's Get Started
You can reach out by phone or through this site. I offer a free initial consultation so we can talk about what brought you here and whether we're a fit. I work with individuals online and in person in New Jersey, New York, and Maryland. For couples and families, I see you in person at my office in Teaneck, Bergen County, just outside New York City—easy parking, two direct bus lines from Manhattan.
The moment you decide to reach out is the moment things begin to shift.
Call me or schedule your first appointment.
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