Helping you gain peace, joy,
and purpose through practical
and research-based care.
and purpose through practical
and research-based care.
High quality counseling for
children, teens, and adults.
children, teens, and adults.
Justin Garber, PsyD
Psychotherapist
Welcome
Mental Health Therapist in Bergen County NJ – Psychologist Bergen County NJ
Searching for a therapist is difficult. Sifting through websites and directories can be overwhelming. I want to help you decide if I might be the person to help you.
My Approach:
I believe people benefit the most from therapy when they trust they will not be judged and when they have confidence in their therapist. I make every effort to accomplish these two things through my demeanor and the people with whom I choose to work.
When people trust they will not be judged, it provides a freedom to approach the thoughts and feelings that are likely limiting their relationships, work/school performance, and general happiness with life. The liberation that comes from dealing with these feelings and thoughts cannot be overstated.
Helping you find inner peace and balance, one session at a time.
Therapy Specialties
Mental Health Psychologist in Bergen County NJ
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Frequently Asked Questions About Starting Therapy
How do I know when I need to see a therapist?
Consider a therapist in Bergen County, NJ as another resource for creating a balanced flow in your life. Therapists concentrate on identifying issues in three main areas of life – work, relationships and recreational hobbies. If you’re feeling dissatisfied with something in one of those areas of life, a therapist can help. A psychologist in Bergen County can help you learn how to make changes and create a harmonious life for yourself. If you’ve made efforts to change recurring patterns in your life and haven’t been successful, reach out to a therapist in Bergen County to talk about a path forward.
How is therapy different from talking to a friend?
Talking with a therapist in Bergen County, NJ isn’t like talking to a friend or family member because the relationship is different. The mutual care and support that is present in a family or friend relationship isn’t the same as the care and support provided by Bergen County mental health professionals. When you talk with a psychologist in Bergen County, there is a mutual goal to help you find more peace in your life. Therapists are also specifically educated and trained to listen to your story and identify core issues that are preventing you from accomplishing your goals. Talking with a therapist in Bergen County, NJ can provide new perspectives and different tools for you to make progress and understand your own patterns.
If I seek therapy, does that mean something is wrong with me?
Reaching out to a psychologist in Bergen County, NJ is about identifying something that isn’t going well in your life. In fact, it’s difficult to reach out for help. Talking with a therapist makes you brave. And, if you seek therapy it doesn’t mean that you are wrong as a person. We don’t label a whole city because of the characteristics of one street, and we don’t label a person based on one characteristic.
Seeking mental health services in Bergen County, NJ can put a diagnosis on the core issue or cluster of things going on, but the diagnosis isn’t a label. A diagnosis is a way to communicate the type of issues you are experiencing. A psychologist in Bergen County can help you identify what isn’t serving you in your life and learn how to make decisions that would allow your life to be better. If you’re in or around Bergen County, NJ and you’re looking for a therapist, contact Restorative Psychological Services today to begin your mental health journey.
How do I choose a therapist or psychologist?
The best way to choose a therapist in Bergen County, NJ is to make an appointment. Use that first appointment to learn whether or not your Bergen County therapist is a great match. At Restorative Psychological Services, you can schedule a 15 minute consultation that will introduce you to your therapist. This 15 minute consultation gives you a chance to get to know each other without the pressure of committing to more sessions. After you’ve met with your Bergen County therapist, you can decide if you want to incorporate their expertise in helping you learn the tools to change your life.
What can I expect at my first therapy appointment?
Your first therapy appointment is very much like an interview. Your therapist will ask you questions and listen to your story. The two of you will get to know each other. During the session, your therapist will ask you questions to learn your history, hear your concerns and answer your initial questions. The first appointment of talking with a therapist or psychologist in Bergen County, NJ is a good opportunity to have somebody listen to what isn’t working for you in your life.
Will my therapist or psychologist judge me?
Seeking out a therapist in Bergen County NJ is a brave thing to do. It’s difficult to look inward and decide to face the core issues that are causing you to be dissatisfied with your life. It takes courage to talk about your insecurities with a therapist, psychologist, or mental health counselor in Bergen County, NJ. Vulnerable conversations with a therapist are where some of the best and most meaningful changes can take place. Even the act of speaking about the issues in your life out loud can be therapeutic. When you talk with a psychologist in Bergen County NJ, your therapist listens without judgment. Instead, we work together to collaboratively understand you and what’s going on in your life.
Should I bring my partner to therapy?
It can be very helpful to bring a supportive loved one with you when you talk with a therapist in Bergen County, NJ. However, you don’t have to bring your partner to every session with your therapist. You may want to work with your therapist individually, instead. There are different types of therapy that address mental health Bergen County, NJ. These different types of therapy involve regular meetings with multiple people. Aside from group counseling, adults usually go to therapy on their own. Inviting your partner to a session or two can provide insight and help you and your therapist work toward accomplishing your goals.
Should I bring my parents to therapy?
Your parents will join you in your first session. When you make an appointment with a therapist in Bergen County, NJ parents are present to meet the therapist. Parents also help your therapist learn your history and can get all of their questions answered during the first meeting. After the initial session with your therapist, you can decide to meet with your therapist alone. There is confidentiality between therapists and adolescents, so you can feel free to express your thoughts and work with your therapist in a safe space.
Will my insurance pay for therapy?
Some types of insurance do pay for talking with a therapist in Bergen County. Restorative Psychological Services does not have a contract with the Marketplace, so we are an out of Marketplace provider. Check with your insurance company to find out if they cover talking with a psychologist in Bergen County, NJ. Many providers do cover Bergen County mental health services.
Does therapy really work?
There is no specified time-frame for healing and talking with a psychologist in Bergen County, NJ is not a single-visit solution to all of your problems. Instead, Bergen County therapy is a journey toward healing that involves many steps. Your relationship with your therapist starts on your first visit, when the two of you get to know each other and work together to establish goals. You collaborate with your therapist through numerous sessions to identify core issues and learn how to take steps to better your life. Talking with a therapist in Bergen County, NJ does work, but generally it takes time.