Fullness
Wholeness
Freedom
This phrase came to me many years ago, which led to my own therapeutic journey. What does it mean? That’s up for interpretation...
Who I am
Welcome. From my own experience, I know finding a therapist can be daunting. I’m Courtney Taylor, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I was born and raised in New Jersey, and spend my summers on a lake in Maine. I received a BS in Medical Technology from Rutgers University and worked in the pharmaceutical industry for a number of years. After a major life shift that led me to my own deep healing I wanted to pass on the help I received to others. I earned a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University.
I offer support for depression, anxiety, relationships, life transitions, divorce, grief and loss, family of origin work, addiction, and other life challenges.
What I do
I utilize an eclectic blend of modalities. Our talk therapy sessions might include use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify, challenge and reframe unhelpful core beliefs. Perhaps some Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to help develop skills and strategies to promote acceptance and change. Or, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to move towards values based goals, learn to hold yourself kindly, and unhook from what gets in the way of emotional resilience.
Sometimes, I gently guide clients towards family or origin and inner child work. I provide addiction and recovery support, and if faith and spirituality are meaningful to you, we can bring that into the therapeutic space.
Who I see
I work exclusively with adults, and the majority of my clients are women. In therapy they often reveal they don’t feel heard or understood by others and sometimes even themselves. They want to feel they matter and have worth. They answer to voices that are not their own. What can happen next is empowering. They discover what no longer serves them and recover their authentic genuine selves. They find their voices, prioritize their needs, attune to holding themselves kindly, and allow themselves to rest and just “be”.
However, the men who come to me have often reached that point in their lives where they are willing to break down the walls that have defended them for so long. They are open to exploring their inner worlds with vulnerability and compassion. The men who have allowed themselves this healing journey find me to be a safe haven.
To all beautiful souls - I see you.