Pompton Plains NJ Psychologists
Looking for a Psychologist in the Pompton Plains New Jersey area? We specialize in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Sports Psychology with treatment tailored to best serve our clients’ needs. Our team of Clinical Psychologists, Therapists, and Counselors offers confidential, warm, empathic, non-judgmental support. No matter what you are going through, we can help. Anxiety & OCD, Depression, ADHD, Sports Psychology, Adolescent Girls/Self-Esteem, Stress, High Achieving & Perfectionism, Relationship Issues, Mindfulness Training. Local Pompton Plains NJ Psychologists.
Pompton Plains NJ Psychologists
Child Therapy & Parent Coaching
At Birch Tree Psychology we treat preschool children and school age children.
We treat preschool children who have anxiety, depression, and aggressive behavior using play therapy and behavior therapy techniques. Children are assessed and treated through play, which makes treatment comfortable and fun for children. Early intervention often means that treatment is brief and issues do not become ingrained. Parents are an integral part of treatment at this stage.
Our team of child psychologists and psychotherapists specializes in treating anxiety in children, such as school phobias, separation anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, and specific phobias (ie: needles, blood, animals, death). We create a comfortable environment that puts people at ease, which allows them to confront and overcome their greatest fears. Our staff has conducted research on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and works with children to develop cognitive and behavioral strategies to manage their school performance. Additionally, we work with children who are depressed, oppositional, or are struggling to cope with loss or divorce.
We also offer Parent Coaching, which is an intervention designed to help parents who have children with challenging behaviors, intense emotions, or neurologically atypical children (sometimes called a “difficult child”) to develop effective parenting strategies to create harmony and peace in your family.
We have effective and successful strategies to help you and your child to manage difficult feelings and situations today. We can help!
Pompton Plains NJ Psychologists
Teen Therapy
Birch Tree Psychology specializes in treating anxiety, depression, anger, and emotional instability in teens.
We have extremely effective treatments for the multitude of Anxiety Disorders that so many teens are dealing with including: school phobias, separation anxiety, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), social anxiety, and specific phobias (ie: needles, blood, animals, death). Our staff has conducted research on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and helps adolescents to develop cognitive and behavioral strategies, using CBT, to manage their school performance and social lives. Our team has an extraordinary ability to connect with pre-teens and teenagers, even those who are resistant to engaging in therapy.
Birch Tree Psychology works with adolescents who are depressed, angry, and oppositional. Adolescence is an especially challenging time for many people. The stress of school and the pressure to balance so much can place undo stress on teens. We help them learn techniques to handle the stressors in their life.
Adolescents can be an especially challenging time for daughters and their mothers. It can be empowering, as well as bring peace to the family when an adolescent girls has a deep sense of self-worth. We are dedicated to improving the self-image and self-worth of adolescent girls who too often devalue themselves. Additionally, Our staff has conducted research on cutting and other self-injurious behavior and Dr Brittany Ryan-Berzins is an expert in the treatment of girls who resort to self-injury to cope with their feelings. Read more about cutting.
Intervention to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, and increase coping skills leads to lower rates of substance use and abuse, higher school achievement, and more stable relationships. Teenagers are beginning to develop a stable sense of self and it is essential to resolve psychological issues at this stage of life so they perceive themselves as happy, positive, and valuable adults. We can help your teen feel more in control of their emotions and learn concrete strategies to cope better. Call us today!
Pompton Plains NJ Psychologists
Adult Therapy
At Birch Tree Psychology, we provide individual therapy to adults. Our psychologists and psychotherapists specialize in helping adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. We understand the challenges of adult life and the complexities of balancing work and relationships. We also believe that self-care is essential to having a fulfilling life. We know that it can be difficult to prioritize your needs and make time for yourself, but we believe that you can best care for others after you care for yourself.
At times we all need help coping with the complexities of life. These times can be an opportunity to create change in ourselves, our relationships, and our lives. We believe that unresolved issues from our past contribute to our current emotions, thoughts, and relationships. Understanding how our past experiences have shaped who we are today allows us to understand why we react with our particular style and actively take control of our lives. With this depth of understanding, people are able to make lasting change which means a more fulfilling life.
Our areas of specialty in adult treatment are varied. More specifically, we treat phobias, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, and specific phobias (ie: needles, blood, animals, death, flying). Additionally, we treat single episode depression, recurrent depression, postpartum-depression, coping with infertility, coping with difficulties related to parenting, and separation/divorce. Beyond that we support individuals who are experiencing life transitions, such as adjusting to parenthood, coping with “empty nest syndrome,” returning to after work after being a homemaker, dealing with and finding meaning in a new stage of life. We treat grief and loss to help individuals create meaning after losing a loved one.
Pompton Plains NJ Psychologists
Sports Psychology
Dr. Berzins practices Sports Psychology, which is the study of how psychological factors affect sports performance. Sports psychologists teach cognitive and behavioral strategies to athletes to help improve their mindsets and performance in sports. Sports psychologists work with athletes, coaches, teams, and parents to help optimize their psychological functioning on and off the court. Dr Berzins has worked with professional soccer players in the MLS, EPL, as well as the FIFA World Cup. Additionally, he has worked with athletes in the NFL, MLB, NHL, PGA, ATP/WTA, and NBA.
Some of the techniques Dr. Berzins teaches athletes include relaxation training, goal setting, motivation, visualization/imagery, and positive self talk. Studies have found that when athletes engage in more positive self talk their confidence and performance increases. Furthermore, an interesting study found that when entire teams used more positive talk, such as “we” rather than “I” statements, it predicted better outcomes for those teams
Dr. Berzins became interested in Sports Psychology while attaining his doctorate at Fordham University. While there, he worked at the college counseling center and was able to work with a wide range of collegiate athletes. He helped them decrease stress, anxiety, and pressure, improve their focus (staying mindful while in a game), increase their confidence, and to perform up to their ability. He has continued to work with athletes ranging from high school students, collegiate athletes, olympic athletes, and professional athletes, as well as former pros transitioning to a non-professional life.
On a personal note, his love of sports has been life long. He grew up playing soccer and tennis and continues to play as an adult. In high school he excelled in track and was in the state championships for the mile race. He currently enjoys coaching travel soccer as well as tennis.
Couples Counseling & Family Therapy
Many couples encounter communication problems and a disconnection in their relationship at some point, which can lead to anything from feelings of loneliness to infidelity. Frequently, couples struggle to stay connected and feel satisfied with the quality of their relationships while balancing the demands of work and family. At Birch Tree Psychology, our psychologists and psychotherapists create a relaxed and uniquely non-judgmental environment where they help couples to improve their skills and learn to satisfy their needs and their partner’s needs effectively.
At Birch Tree Psychology, we provide therapy to couples for:
- Pre-Marital Counseling
- Re-kindling long-term relationships
- Improving Communication Skills
- Trust Issues
- Infidelity
- Conflict Over Extended Family
- Break-up, Separation, & Divorce Counseling
