Psychotherapy For Loss & Grief

The theme of loss is common for all humankind, because we have all experienced losses at some point. There can be loss by death or loss by moving away; there can be loss by choice or by accident (and I’ve seen people argue which one is worse till they were blue in their faces). When we are confronted with loss, we react in very different ways, and the majority of those reactions are normal and healthy.

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Unhealthy Patterns In Grief

Being completely overwhelmed by grief or denying feelings, functioning on a high level and taking care of everybody else or not functioning at all; all of those reactions are within normal range.


What is not particularly healthy is when we experience only one reaction and it becomes our primary mode of functioning. If, after the loss of a loved one, we are only concerned with how the rest of the family and friends feel, it means that we do now allow ourselves access to our own feelings.

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When Trauma Holds You Back

If, on the contrary, a year and a half after his or her death, we can only talk about this person, it means that, in a way, we are trying to join that person, we are trying to die instead of living a life and moving on. If after a car accident, in a year we still cannot get behind the wheel, it means we need help.

Working with you on this issue, I will help you integrate experiences of loss or trauma into your life. The goal here is to accept what happened as a part of the tapestry of your existence, but not the main pattern. Just like with any chronic illness or loss of social status – all of those events happened to you, but they do not define who you are, and they do not map out your future.

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How Psychotherapy Can Help

Psychotherapy provides a structured, supportive space to process loss, grief, and traumatic experiences in a way that feels safe and manageable. While grief itself is a natural human response, therapy becomes essential when the emotional impact of a loss begins to shape how we function, relate, or move through the world. Through guided exploration and compassionate support, we help you understand your reactions, make meaning of your experience, and gently restore balance in your life.

In therapy, you learn how to acknowledge and integrate painful memories rather than being overwhelmed by them or avoiding them entirely. Whether you are struggling after the death of a loved one, navigating a sudden life change, or coping with trauma such as an accident or emotionally overwhelming event, TEMA Therapy supports you in reclaiming your sense of safety and identity. The goal is not to erase what happened, but to embrace it into the larger story of who you are without letting it define your future.

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Dr. Irina Volynsky, PhD.

Руководитель центра

Специализация: Clinical psychologist working with adults, children and families. Testing and Therapy

Лицензии: New York, New Jersey PSYPACT

Языки: Русский, Украинский, Английский

Dr. Emile T. Berk, PhD.

Psychologist

Специализация: Clinical psychologist performing testing for adults, adolescents, and children.

Лицензии: New York, New Jersey PSYPACT

Языки: Английский

Irina Bashkirov, LPC

Licensed Professional Counsellor

Специализация: Adult and child therapy. Group therapy for adults

Лицензии: Licensed Professional Counsellor

Языки: Русский, Английский, Иврит

Андрей Ройтман

Supervised Therapist

Специализация: Therapy and testing performed under the supervision of clinical director

Языки: English and Spanish

Natalia Rowe, CCC-SLP

Language and Feeding Specialist

Специализация: Speech-Language/Disphagia Therapist, PROMPT Therapist

Лицензии: Нью-Йорк, Нью-Джерси 

ЯзыкиРусский, Английский

Амаури Хернандез

Эмоциональная регуляция через физическую нагрузку

Специализация: Sensory Integration, Emotional Regulation, Competitive Sports Training

Сертификаты: Персональный тренер, Сенсорная интеграция, Паркур

Языки: Английский, Испанский

Zhanna Beyl, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Специализация: Работа с подростками, взрослыми, парами и семьями. 

Лицензии: Нью-Йорк, Нью-Джерси

Языки: Английский, Русский

Katya Chizhova, LCSW

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Специализация: Psychotherapist working with the elderly and people with acute and chronic medical conditions

Лицензии: Нью-Йорк, Нью-Джерси

ЯзыкиРусский, Английский

Darina Konstorum, APC

Associate Professional Counsellor

Специализация: Psychotherapist working with children, teens, and adults. Group therapy for adults.

Лицензии: Нью-Джерси

Языки: Русский, Английский

Tamara Kapustina

Coaching

Специализация: Health & Wellness Family Executive functioning Coach.

Языки: Russian, Ukrainian, English (Intermediate)

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What Conditions Can New Jersey Psychotherapy Help With?

Therapy is effective for anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship issues, life transitions, stress, and low self-esteem. We tailor methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused work to address your unique situation.

How Long Does Therapy Typically Last?

Most clients begin to notice change within 6 to 12 sessions, but treatment length depends on personal goals and progress. We review your journey regularly to ensure alignment and meaningful outcomes.

Can Couples or Families Attend Together?

Yes. We offer couples therapy and family systems sessions designed to improve communication, resolve conflict, strengthen bonds, and navigate blended family situations.

Is Teletherapy Available in New Jersey?

We provide secure teletherapy services compliant with New Jersey licensing rules, ideal for clients across the state needing convenient, private sessions.

How Do I Get Started?

Contact us via phone or our online form to arrange a free 15-minute consultation, where we’ll discuss your concerns and help match you with the right therapist based on your needs.

Is Therapy Covered by Insurance?

We only take insurance as out-of-network providers. The reason for this is that we don’t want the insurance to dictate to us what to do in therapy, how much, and how frequently. We, as professionals, feel very strongly that this decision should be between the patient and the doctor or the therapist, without the third party intervening in this process. We have staff members who will work with you around your budget to make it affordable for you and/or for your children to undergo necessary psychological treatment. Because of their licensure requirements, some of our highly qualified junior clinicians currently work under the supervision of the clinical director. The perks of working with one of our junior clinicians, besides the lower cost for services, also include that our junior clinicians get hour-to-hour supervision from the director of the center, who is a licensed PhD psychologist with extensive experience in the mental health field. Hour-to-hour supervision means that, in addition to a session with this particular clinician, two people will put their heads together while puzzling over your case and drafting out ways to approach all of the pertinent issues. If there is a piece of the puzzle that will be better solved by a social worker, because, say, your anxiety stems not only from psychological problems but also from a dire housing situation, the clinician will get an “on a flight” consultation from one of our social workers and will provide you with available resources. So let me use the salesperson cliché here: it is two for the low price of one! Jokes aside, this model of work ensures that our center provides the best possible care for you and for your loved ones in the most cost-effective manner.

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