Janine Leigh Ilsley

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-500

Contact Info

973-506-8184
janine@janineleightherapy.com
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Licenses

  • Master Social Worker
    New Jersey

  • Clinical Social Work/Therapist
    New York

  • Clinical Social Work/Therapist
    New Jersey

Location

325 Claremont Avenue, Suite 5
Montclair, NJ 07042
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Telephone: 973-506-8184

"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you."

I approach our time in therapy with a "beginner's mind" - that is, recognizing my role as both the observer and listener of clients' stories in knowing that we, as individuals, are far greater than what our past experiences assumes us to be. However, the words contained within the narratives we often tell ourselves and others has an incredibly powerful impact on our ability to heal. Therapy offers a vantage point to bear witness to the narratives that block the inner wisdom of our mind and body. The clearing away of these self-limiting beliefs, or obstructions, creates the healing space necessary to reclaim the authentic voice that writes the path of your life.

There is no formulaic method or “one-size-fits all” approach. At the forefront of my work is the quality of the relationship that I offer to those I work with. I lead with listening and offer a relationally-attuned, fully embodied, and heart-centered approach in which your needs, intentions, and values determine the direction that our work together will take.

SPECIALTIES:

  • Anxiety and depression
  • Trauma (C-PTSD/D-PTSD)
  • Stress management
  • Self-esteem
  • Chronic illness and disabilities
  • Transition & Adjustment
  • Spiritual guidance
  • Incorporating writing into the recovery process using The Artist’s Way
  • Women's Mental Health

TRAININGS/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • MSSW in Advanced Clinical Practice, Columbia University School of Social Work
  • Compassionate Inquiry
  • Mindful Self-Compassion
  • LifeForce Yoga for Mood Management, Level 1
  • Somatic & Experiential Approach for trauma & addiction
  • Registered Yoga Teacher


Treatment Orientation

  • Attachment-based
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-based (MBCT)
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Trauma Focused
  • Spiritual
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Age Groups

  • Adolescents / Teenagers (14 to 21)
  • Adults
  • Young Adults (20's & 30's)