Does This Ring a Bell?

You're always trying to get it right, working harder and harder, but are starting to feel that it has all been for naught -- for your family, in your work, and most importantly for yourself.
You bend over backwards trying to make things good for others but are beginning to wonder -- when is it ever going to be about me?
You don't recognize yourself anymore. You've been living this life that you thought you were supposed to live, and one day, you wake up to recognize that you don't feel like you belong where you are.
You feel a sense of emptiness, a deadness inside, and wonder how you can keep going one day after the next, pretending that everything's ok, when you are truly not ok.

Whatever brings you here, it's ok to ask for help.

What I Do

I’m a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey. I work with people who are experiencing:
● anxiety.● depression.● relationship issues.● life transitions.● complex trauma.● abandonment.● chronic health issues.● twins/parents of twins.

Deborah Stymest, Licensed Clinical Social Worker verified by GoodTherapy.org

Expertise

I hold a Master's of Social Work from Rutgers University. In addition, I have five years of post-graduate training from the New Jersey Institute for Training in Psychoanalysis and the Institute for Psychoanalytic Studies in New Jersey.

Approach

My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, meaning that we’ll look to address the causes of your pain – rather than to treat the pain itself – so that the benefits you experience will be long-lasting.

My Role

When we work together, you can expect me to be an active partner in helping you toward your goals. I am committed to earning your trust by providing compassion and at the same time encouraging your growth toward a life that is more aligned with your true self.

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Services

Getting Started is Easy

Free Consultation

Use the link above to schedule a free consultation. During this time, I'd like to hear about your needs and answer any questions. If the fit doesn’t feel right, I’ll do my best to refer you to a clinician in my network.

Start Therapy

We can often schedule your first session within a week after the initial consult, either in-person or through telehealth.

Check In

We’ll chat during the third session to assess how things are going and adjust our approach if needed.

Start Living

Most people begin to feel better soon after starting therapy, and results continue to grow with treatment.

What happens during the first appointment?
When we first meet, the most important thing for us to do is to learn what you're looking for help with. I may ask you some questions about your life and your background to help us both understand what may be causing some of the challenges that you're facing. We'll also talk about how we will work together, and what you can expect in therapy. I'll answer any questions you have. While we won't have a "fix" for your problem in one session, people often feel a sense of comfort and confidence knowing that they have begun the process and have a professional to work with.
Where do we meet?
We can meet in my office at 33 Plymouth Street in Montclair, or I also offer telehealth sessions through a HIPAA-compliant platform.
How much does therapy cost?
My standard session fee is $175, though sliding scale may be available by application.
Do you take insurance?
My practice is Out of Network with insurance companies. I partner with a company who will verify your out of network benefits, file claims and allows you to pay only your copay for each session (after meeting your deductible) which could save you up to 70% of my total fee.
Are you accepting new patients?
I am accepting new patients at this time. Please reach out for a free consultation so that we can see whether we'd be a good fit.
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