Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trauma-Informed Therapy Services in Montclair, NJ
Dr. Sharon Freedman is a clinical psychologist with over 25 years of experience in private practice, specializing in trauma therapy and holistic mental health care. Our practice integrates Eastern, Western, and shamanic principles, utilizing evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Life Force Yoga. We serve older adolescents and adults in Montclair, New Jersey, and via telehealth across multiple states. Our approach prioritizes personalized care, focusing on emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual well-being. With advanced training in trauma recovery and certifications in cutting-edge therapeutic techniques, we help clients navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.Our practice emphasizes the connection between body and mind, using sound healing and creative processes to support self-discovery. We maintain licenses in New York and New Jersey, along with PSYPACT telehealth authorization, to provide accessible care. Our commitment to ongoing professional development ensures clients receive the most effective, compassionate treatment tailored to their unique needs.
Services
Individual Therapy
Trauma Therapy
EMDR
Somatic Experiencing
Life Force Yoga
Telehealth Therapy
Workshops
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of trauma therapy experience with EMDRIA-certified expertise
- Integrates somatic, cognitive, and spiritual approaches for comprehensive healing
- Offers telehealth services across multiple states with PSYPACT authorization
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual emotional and physical needs
- Combines clinical psychology with creative arts and sound healing modalities
Associations and certifications
- EMDRIA
- Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute
- Life Force Yoga
Services
Individual Therapy
Our individual therapy provides one-on-one sessions addressing depression, anxiety, and life transitions. We create safe spaces for self-exploration using evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique history and goals. Clients develop coping strategies and gain insights into relationship patterns and emotional challenges through collaborative therapeutic partnerships.
Trauma Therapy
Specialized trauma treatment addresses PTSD symptoms from abuse, accidents, and loss. We employ EMDR and somatic approaches to process traumatic memories while regulating nervous system responses. Our trauma-informed care helps clients rebuild safety and trust while restoring emotional resilience through gradual, compassionate healing processes.
EMDR
EMDR therapy reprocesses traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach helps reduce distress from past experiences while developing new adaptive perspectives. We integrate EMDR with somatic awareness to address both cognitive and physical manifestations of trauma in structured treatment plans.
Somatic Experiencing
Somatic Experiencing addresses trauma's physical effects through nervous system regulation. We guide clients to develop body awareness and release stored tension patterns. This approach complements traditional talk therapy by addressing physiological symptoms of trauma through gentle, mindful interventions that restore self-regulation.
Life Force Yoga
Life Force Yoga integrates mood-regulating practices with traditional yoga principles. We use breathwork, mantras, and gentle movements to improve emotional balance while respecting individual physical limitations. These evidence-based techniques help clients develop self-compassion and emotional resilience through accessible, adaptive practices.
People
Dr. Sharon Freedman
Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Freedman is a licensed psychologist with 30+ years experience specializing in trauma therapy. She holds EMDRIA certification, SEP training, and Life Force Yoga certification. Her integrative approach combines clinical expertise with creative modalities to support holistic healing.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?
I specialize in EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, and Life Force Yoga, integrating these with traditional psychotherapy for comprehensive trauma treatment and emotional healing.
Do you offer virtual therapy sessions?
Yes, I provide telehealth therapy across multiple states with PSYPACT authorization for clients who prefer remote sessions.
How do you address trauma symptoms?
I combine nervous system regulation techniques with cognitive approaches to process traumatic memories while developing practical coping strategies for daily life.
What mental health issues do you treat?
I treat anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions using evidence-based methods tailored to each client's specific needs.
Are workshops available for emotional healing?
Yes, I offer periodic 'Journeying with the Elements' workshops incorporating music therapy, yoga practices, and group sharing for holistic healing experiences.
