![Jessica Parlor, PhD](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jessica-parlor.jpg)
Family Therapist
Jessica Parlor, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
In 10016 - Nearby to Passaic.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples focuses on strengthening the emotional bond between partners. Through structured sessions, we explore underlying patterns and attachment needs driving relationship dynamics. Using interventions aimed at fostering empathy and understanding, we facilitate open communication and emotional expression. Couples learn to recognize and address negative interaction cycles, replacing them with healthier patterns of connection and responsiveness. EFT emphasizes creating a secure attachment bond, fostering feelings of safety and trust within the relationship. By deepening emotional intimacy and building a stronger connection, couples experience wellness.
![Rich Heller, MSW, CPC, ACC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/rich-heller.jpg)
Family Therapist
Rich Heller, MSW, CPC, ACC
Relationship Coach
In 10803 - Nearby to Passaic.
What makes working with you as a family different than you as an individual is your family has an identity as well. In fact, the health of your family has a great deal to do with how much you acknowledge the distinction between yourself as an individual and who you are a part of a family. In our work together, you and your partner will begin to differentiate yourselves as individuals from who you are in your family so that you can begin to nurture both.
![Allison Gaydos, LMSW, LSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/allison-gaydos.jpg)
Family Therapist
Allison Gaydos, LMSW, LSW
Psychotherapist
In 07306 - Nearby to Passaic.
Individuals can learn about how their family dynamics impacted life experiences and shaped thoughts and belief systems. Clients can begin healing from emotionally immature parents and learn emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills to navigate emotional experiences and relationship. Clients can recognize patterns within relationships and learn how to cultivate healthier relationships.
![Joel Stukalin, PHD, ABPP, FAACP, MS](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/joel-stukalin.jpg)
Family Therapist
Joel Stukalin, PHD, ABPP, FAACP, MS
QUEENS COUPLES COUNSELING CENTER
In 11375 - Nearby to Passaic.
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum and Dr. Joel Stukalin are expert consultants for short-term interventions with families, specifically related to child-rearing & blended family issues. They consult regularly with concerned parents and grandparents about family related issues that threaten the family health and integrity. Usually a few, comprehensive sessions with Dr. Joel or Dr. Sara lay the groundwork for a better understanding that leads to the resolution of family problems. Where necessary individulal counseling referrals can be made. Clients have stated that the focused, intelligent & solution-oriented approach from our sessions has often helped them derive necessary knowledge for family harmony
![Francesca Wehr, LCSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/francesca-wehr.jpg)
Family Therapist
Francesca Wehr, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 07094 - Nearby to Passaic.
In my approach to family counseling, I focus on improving communication, understanding, and harmony within the entire family unit. I work with families to identify underlying issues, address conflicts, and foster healthier dynamics that support individual growth and collective well-being. By exploring each family member's perspective, I help families develop more effective ways of interacting and resolving disputes. The goal is to strengthen relationships, build mutual respect, and create a more cohesive and supportive family environment.
![Walter Matweychuk, Ph.D.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/walter-matweychuk.jpg)
Family Therapist
Walter Matweychuk, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
In 10016 - Nearby to Passaic.
Distressed family members too often exclusively focus their efforts on changing their difficult sibling, parent, grandparent or in-law. This is ineffective. Difficult family members often resist such efforts. I teach each family member how to first work on changing their own self-defeating emotional and behavioral reactions in response to their difficult family members. Once someone calms down and not gets so upset about the other people in their family they can influence other people to find better ways to live with or at least gracefully tolerate each other. I show each family member how to work on themselves in order to have a better chance of influencing others. Think about this.
![Priska Imberti, LCSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/priska-imberti.jpg)
Family Therapist
Priska Imberti, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 11377 - Nearby to Passaic.
We are part of something larger than ourselves and that is why we tend to encounter difficulties in dealing with simple things in life such as learning how to live together, raising children or coping with adolescence. In Family Therapy, as opposed to Individual Therapy, we explore, understand and address issues family members present at their source. Emotional origins of personal conflicts get exposed throughout roles and dynamics; part of my work with families include to question and re-frame them to mobilize stagnation and create room for new experiences.
![Marty Tashman, Ph.D.(psychology), ACSW, M.S.W.](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/marty-tashman.jpg)
Family Therapist
Marty Tashman, Ph.D.(psychology), ACSW, M.S.W.
Dr. Marty
In 07043 - Nearby to Passaic.
During Family Therapy we deal with: patterns of communication (the way people in the family talk to each other); anger (how that sabotages the family); correcting dysfunctional patters, and negotiation (how to work out things so that everybody feels O.K. about the solutions). During family counseling families learn how to deal with crisis as well conflict management techniques. Also included are effective parenting skills for both children as well as teenagers. Therapy needs to have practical strategies and to be as short term as possible.
![Walter Masterson, LCSW](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/walter-masterson.jpg)
Family Therapist
Walter Masterson, LCSW
Psychotherapy and Counseling
In 10021 - Nearby to Passaic.
Careers and children each place enormous stress on a couple’s ability to be together in an intimate and satisfying way. Every couple has different ways of dealing with the challenges, and counseling can provide the perspective and encouragement to re-create a shared vision for the future. For something as important as this, it is surprising how little training and preparation were given; family therapy fills in the blanks.
![Terri DiMatteo, MA, LPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/terri-dimatteo.jpg)
Family Therapist
Terri DiMatteo, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 07417 - Nearby to Passaic.
In family counseling family members develop healthy ways of communicating and responding to one another to create and establish an atmosphere of trust and emotional safety. Family members learn to identify their own needs, increase sensitivity to the needs of others and interact in ways that build trust. Family counseling is conducted in an atmosphere of respect and dignity for all.
![Steven Sussman, Ph.D](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/steven-sussman.jpg)
Family Therapist
Steven Sussman, Ph.D
Licensed NJ & NY Psychologist
In 07092 - Nearby to Passaic.
I always include parent(s) in all sessions so they can learn how to bring out the best in their children. I reach, teach, educate and motivate children to value and respect their parents. When children show gratitude not attitude it is much easier for parents to praise and show love rather than yelling, punishing, and restricting their children. The resulting harmonious relations improve the atmosphere of the entire household and the benefits extend to siblings.
![Tanvi Mathew, MS, LPC](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/tanvi-mathew.jpg)
Family Therapist
Tanvi Mathew, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
In 07450 - Nearby to Passaic.
Families who come to Emerge redefine their goals individually and as a family unit. They gain an understanding of where their feelings and behaviors stem from and what they need to change. Within a matter of months families begin to see the growth and change that once was stagnant because they have now learned to communicate with one another through effective listening and reflective responding.
![Jessica Biles, LCSW-R, RPT](https://www.theravive.com/images/counsellors/jessica-biles.jpg)
Family Therapist
Jessica Biles, LCSW-R, RPT
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 10017 - Nearby to Passaic.
Nearly all families deal with some sort of stress or conflict at one point or another. In the middle of what can seem like the most difficult time for your family, actually lies opportunity. Through therapy, I can help family members begin to understand one another better, improve their communication, and resolve conflicts, leading to healthier and more secure relationships. Your family is the most powerful resource. Let’s strengthen it together.