Provider Directory

I am a licensed clinical social worker in practice for over 20 years. I specialize in working with patients suffering from depression, anxiety, as well as postpartum women, parents of children with special needs and NICU moms. I also work extensively with performing artists.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist with offices in NYC and Montclair, NJ specializing in trauma treatment for adults. My work is depth-oriented, and collaborative, drawing from relational psychodynamic therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy. I am certified in both EMDR and IFS, and I have advanced training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy.

I am an experienced therapist and supervisor with over 20 years in the field. I welcome the opportunity to get to know you and the unique challenges you are facing. I will work with you to determine how to prioritize your goals and optimize your daily coping skills. My warm, empathic approach takes into consideration the unique issues that come with your culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation. My passion is helping older adolescents and young adults achieve the independence they strive for. I am also certified as a perinatal mental health therapist and support new mothers/parents on their journey.
I value IN PERSON therapy and hold sessions during the morning and afternoon hours.  I am conveniently located in Florham Park, NJ. Virtual therapy is an option as well.  Parking lot is available on site. I look forward to working with you to build a life worth living.

Dr. Alpern is the founder of Center Psychology Group. She is an EMDR clinician certified by EMDRIA, the organization dedicated to upholding the modality’s standards. She is also a graduate of the EMDR Clinical Affiliate Program at the National Institute for the Psychotherapies (NIP) Trauma Treatment Center in New York City. Dr. Alpern is an EMDRIA-approved consultant and provides individual and group consultation to EMDR therapists. Dr. Alpern is also an Advanced-level Somatic Experiencing practitioner (SEI). She is the founder of the Manhattan Center for Trauma Studies, where she oversees continuing education trainings focused on EMDR and trauma-informed psychotherapy.

I provide psychotherapy and career coaching to address codependency (ACOA concerns), relationship difficulties, caregiver/helping professional stress and burnout, and career change or advancement.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and have a certification in hypnosis and Neurolinguistics Programming. With 35 years of experience in the mental health field as a counselor and psychotherapist, I have maintained a well-established practice in Bergen County for 30 years. I am highly experienced in individual, group and family counseling and psychotherapy in addition to workshops, lectures, program development and administration. I am a psychotherapist and the owner of Balance & Thrive Counseling & Psychoeducation Center. 

Lucia Vail, PhD is a licensed clinical psychologist with offices in midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Vail practices individual and couple therapy with adults. She has been in private practice since 2005. With extensive experience and advanced training in both the cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic traditions, Dr. Vail specializes in helping individuals who struggle in stormy relationships, those who feel lonely or isolated, and those who too often feel frustrated and disappointed by their interactions with others, including in past experiences of psychotherapy. They may have experienced trauma or other early life stress, and may feel anxious and depressed. They may have been diagnosed with mood or personality disorders.

I am a New York state-licensed psychoanalyst who works with individuals and couples, and I see people both virtually and in-person. My approach to treatment is psychodynamic, and I have helped people struggling with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

I am a Manhattan–based therapist providing Jungian-oriented, somatic, and mindfulness-based therapy. My areas of focus include body image, identity, relationships, grief and loss, chronic and terminal illness, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and spiritual or existential concerns. I offer sessions both online and in person at my office near Union Square.

Having worked in medical and oncology social work for many years, I have helped individuals, couples and families make sense of and cope with the messiness of life. particularly helping those dealing with chronic illnesses, such as cancer. Having been trained in cognitive behavioral therapy, I will work with a client to develop positive coping mechanisms for anxiety and depression whether they are related to chronic illness or not.

I offer individual psychotherapy to adults and adolescents, and couples therapy as well. My expertise is in a Psychoanalytic approach, and I integrate aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness as well.

I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression and life transitions. I have a particular interest in the complicated and layered identities created by experiences such as immigration, being multiracial or growing up as a third-culture kid. I also find deep meaning in supporting journalists, particularly those suffering from vicarious trauma.

I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of depression, anxiety, relationship and identity issues, grief, and trauma. I have found that a collaborative, down-to-earth relationship paired with a tailored treatment approach paves the way for lasting therapeutic success. I offer individual psychotherapy to adults of all ages and am trained in CBT, EMDR, and Motivational Interviewing modalities.

Jane Halperin, PhD, MS
Associate Director
Columbia University Center for Psychoanalytic Training & Research
Assistant Clinical Professor of Medical Psychology
Dept. of Psychiatry
College of Physicians & Surgeons
Columbia University

Practice of psychotherapy: adolescents and adults
Practice of psychoanalysis: adults
Couples treatment
Supervision: psychology externs, interns, fellows; clinicians in private practice

Areas of Interest/Additional Training:
Young Adult Development
Alcohol/Substance Misuse
Psychological Adjustment to Medical Illness
Prenatal Diagnosis, Pregnancy Loss
Couples Treatment; Parenting Skills