Family therapy and counseling in Newark, NJ

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a NJ Certified Trauma Therapist. I specialize in working with teens, young adults and women experiencing depression, anxiety and stress related to an evolving identity, family and relationship issues, motherhood and body acceptance.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than a decade of experience, I have been helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and work toward meaningful personal growth. Over the years, I have had the opportunity to work with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, supporting clients through a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, stress, grief and loss, and relationship and family difficulties.

My goal is to provide a comfortable, accepting space where clients can feel heard, gain insight, develop healthy coping skills, and move toward a greater sense of confidence and fulfillment. I bring warmth, empathy, authenticity, and definitely some humor to my work. I believe that therapy should feel both supportive and empowering.

Outside of the therapy office, I enjoy spending time with my husband, our two daughters, and my crazy dog Kelly. I love reading, practicing hot yoga, hiking with my family.

I am a dedicated outpatient therapist with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kean University. My clinical experience includes working in Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) settings, where I have supported both teens and adults with a wide range of mental health diagnoses. My primary passion lies in trauma work, and I approach therapy from a trauma-informed perspective that emphasizes safety, empowerment, and individualized care.

With over 25 years as a seasoned clinician, I bring a wealth of expertise to my practice. I've personalized my approach to provide therapy with sensitivity and care. I aim to meet each individual’s unique needs. As a family therapist in Middlesex County, NJ, I am committed to helping my clients achieve lasting emotional well-being.

Prior to opening my practice I worked in inpatient and outpatient settings. I've been in private practice for over 20 years. I work with patients of all ages, helping them develop healthier relationships and lead more fulfilling lives.

I hold a master's degree in clinical social work from the Wurzweliter School of Social work, NYC. I have also completed several post-graduate training programs, and have earned certifications in various modalities of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems therapy, Clinical Supervision.

I try my utmost to customize my approach to treatment based on the specific needs of my clients.

Dr. Zaidi is Triple Board Certified in Psychiatry/Neurology, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. He has encompassed more than thirty years of extensive and diverse experience in the field of Child, Adolescent & Family Psychiatry. Dr. Zaidi was responsible for the management of a Monmouth Medical Center Children’s Crisis Intervention Service staff and operations; establishing patient services for adolescents, including day and overnight hospitalization; and supervision of multidisciplinary staff in various settings. Dr. Zaidi served as a Clinical Assistant Professor within the Department of Psychiatry at the Drexel School of Medicine. As a Site Director for Psychiatry, he provided supervision and training of medical students and pediatric residents on rotation at Monmouth Medical Center for Drexel School of Medicine and the Physicians Assistants Program from UMDNJ and Seton Hall. Dr. Zaidi has seen children, adolescents, and adults in private practice for over a decade. Dr. Zaidi is certified by the Board of Education to conduct psychiatric evaluations for school districts for Monmouth and surrounding counties.

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