Parenting therapists in Pleasantville, New Jersey NJ
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Dr. Amy Hecht
Psychologist, PhD
I work with parents at all stages, from early childhood through adolescence, helping them navigate the often complex and evolving challenges of raising children. Parenting can be deeply meaningful, but also demanding, and many parents find themselves feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, or stretched in ways they didn’t anticipate.
My approach focuses on helping parents better understand their child’s emotional and developmental needs, while also making space for their own experience. I work collaboratively to strengthen connection, improve communication, and address patterns that may be contributing to conflict or stress within the family.
I also bring particular sensitivity to parenting within adoptive, donor-conceived, and other non-traditional families, where additional layers of identity, communication, and connection may emerge over time.
Above all, I aim to support parents in feeling more confident, grounded, and effective—so they can show up for their children with both clarity and compassion.
26 Years Experience
Online in Pleasantville, NJ New Jersey
Rachael Keyser, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Parenting can be rewarding but also challenging at times. I support parents in navigating the ups and downs of raising children, from behavioral concerns to communication struggles. Through a combination of practical tools and emotional support, I help parents build strong, positive relationships with their children and foster healthier family dynamics.
4 Years Experience
Online in Pleasantville, NJ New Jersey
Dr. Mike Lee
Psychologist
I help parents—whether on their own or with a partner—meet the challenges of parenting with steadiness and clarity. The work is depth-informed and collaborative: we make sense of what is happening at and beneath the surface—stress, uncertainty, and competing values—and turn that understanding into workable steps for communication, boundaries, and repair. The aim is durable change—less reactivity and second-guessing, more alignment, warmth, and confidence in how you respond to your children and, when pertinent, to one another.
13 Years Experience
Online in Pleasantville, NJ New Jersey
Dr. Ylenia Martinez
Counselor/Therapist, PsyD
Parenting often brings up your own history, triggers, and fears about “getting it wrong.” I help parents understand their child’s behavior through a nervous‑system and attachment lens, respond with more regulation and consistency, and parent in ways that align with your values rather than just repeating old patterns.
6 Years Experience
Online in Pleasantville, NJ New Jersey
Dr. Tracy Mallett
Psychologist, Psy.D., L.M.F.T., Licensed Psychologist
Parenting is both deeply rewarding and incredibly challenging. Even the most loving parents can feel overwhelmed, unsure, or discouraged when their child’s needs or behaviors seem difficult to manage. I specialize in helping parents understand the “why” behind their child’s emotions and behaviors, develop effective communication and discipline strategies, and restore a sense of confidence and calm within the family.
My work with parents often focuses on navigating developmental changes, improving parent–child relationships, and managing challenges such as anxiety, defiance, emotional regulation difficulties, and family transitions. For parents raising children with unique emotional or behavioral needs, therapy offers tools for setting appropriate limits while maintaining empathy and connection.
When co-parenting after divorce or separation, I provide structured support to help parents maintain consistency, reduce conflict, and protect children from adult stressors. I also assist foster, adoptive, and blended families as they navigate attachment and identity issues that can surface throughout a child’s development.
Grounded in cognitive-behavioral and family systems approaches, sessions focus on increasing emotional awareness, enhancing communication, and promoting a calmer, more connected family environment. My goal is to help parents feel equipped, supported, and empowered to raise resilient, emotionally secure children—while also caring for themselves in the process.
22 Years Experience
Online in Pleasantville, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
Parenting therapists in Pleasantville, New Jersey Statistics
Parenting therapists in Pleasantville, New Jersey average 19 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Family Systems Therapy (45%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
34%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 68% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 32% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Eclectic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 66% | Teen |
| 58% | Senior |
| 42% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 25% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Black / African American |