Meet Bernadette…
Hi, my name is Bernadette and I am the Founder and Executive Director of The Nurturing Center for Women. I am dedicated to providing women with excellent care to help them work through the difficulties that can accompany motherhood and life.
I understand how important it is to have extra support during Pregnancy, Postpartum and well into motherhood. It can be a challenging time, and it is often hard to ask for help.
My approach to therapy prioritizes relieving any distressing emotional symptoms while building on your strengths. I provide empathetic, supportive, and collaborative therapy, which gives you the opportunity to share your genuine fears and everyday struggles without feeling judged. Together we will work closely to identify stressors and work towards developing healthy coping skills and strategies.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor. I have extensive training in evidenced based practices, such as Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Stress Based Stress Reduction techniques. For the past 16 years I have worked with women, children and families in various settings. My specialized training in is Perinatal Mental Health.
Certifications:
Master in Counselor Education
Post Masters Program in Counseling
Licensed Counselor - State of New Jersey (LPC)
Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC)
The Postpartum Stress Center: Certificate in Post Graduate Training in Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Support International :
Certificate in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
Components of Care
I work closely and collaborate with OB/GYN offices, Hospitals and Pediatricians to provide training on recognizing the signs and symptoms of Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.