James J. DeSantis, JD, LCSW
Psychotherapy
Helping You To
Life can be difficult at times. We all face challenges throughout our daily existence. Sometimes issues in our lives become so overwhelming that we need help to sort things out. We normally turn to family or friends for help and support, but sometimes, we need extra assistance to move forward and rise to our greatness. It is my goal to help you through your challenges and provide you with the tools that will help you to succeed in your life. |
Male Issues
Males often present with specific clinical issues that relate directly to their masculinity. Many males have issues involving gender roles, anger management, aggression, expressing feelings, dominance, and sexuality. Read more...
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DepressionWe sometimes have negative and excessive reactions to stressful situations and/or changes in our lives, which then result in significant impairments in our social, occupational, or academic functioning. This is clinically referred to as adjustment disorder. Read more...
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Anxiety
Intrusive thoughts of worry and fear can be devastating to those of us who suffer from anxiety. We may be worrying about things that are outside of our control. Read more...
AddictionsAddiction problems arise when we are unable to resist our impulses to engage in compulsive behaviors or use mind-altering substances, which often leads to severe personal or social consequences and/or significant problems in our lives. Addiction is one of our most serious national public health problems. It is prevalent prevalent among rich and poor, in all regions of the the country, and all ethnic and social groups. Read more...
Grief and BereavementGrief is a normal, healthy response to loss; however, we sometimes are in need of additional support to assist us through the process. Read more...
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PhobiasPhobias are extreme fears of certain situations, objects, or settings that might make the average person only slightly uncomfortable or that most people would consider to carry only a slight risk of danger. Read more...
Career Stress and Life ChangesWe sometimes have negative and excessive reactions to stressful situations and/or changes in our lives, which then result in significant impairments in our social, occupational, or academic functioning. This is clinically referred to as adjustment disorder. Read more...
Anger ManagementAnger is a normal feeling or emotion in response to irritating thoughts or circumstances. Anger becomes a problem when it is felt too intensely, is felt too frequently, or is expressed inappropriately. Feeling anger too intensely or frequently places extreme physical strain on the body and can often cause emotional trauma in ourselves. Read more...
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James J. DeSantis, JD, LCSW |
Office Location:57 Halsey St.
Newark, New Jersey 07102 (201)477-0546 |