Teen Learns to Manage Anxiety and Depression and Rediscover Motivation

As students reach and progress through high school, they often feel pressure when they see the increased expectations placed upon them. In the case of “Daniel,” a teen client of...

Jane Learns to Process Childhood Trauma and Regain a Sense of Hope

As a young child, “Jane” had been the victim of sexual abuse and trauma for years. The abuse involved a family member and had been repeatedly dismissed by Jane’s parents...

Counseling Helps David Overcome Post-Covid Isolation and Depression

“David” had strong relationships and a good job. He was an active member of the community and felt fulfilled in life. But things started to change when Covid hit and...

NFSB Expands Mental Health Treatment with Psychiatry and Medication Management

Nutley Family Service Bureau (NFSB) is proud to welcome Barbara Njuguna, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, to our mental health program. Clients are now able to schedule appointments for psychiatric...

Meet the Counselors: Megan Miller LSW, LMSW

Why would an architect of 25 years who was very happy in her career decide to switch gears and become a mental health counselor? “Everyone asks me that question and...

Choosing Wellness: How Choices and Daily Habits Can Improve Your Health

August is National Wellness Month, which was created to reinforce the importance of practicing self-care, managing stress, and promoting daily health routines to improve health. By increasing...

Social Media and Fear of Missing Out: Strategies for Shifting to a More Positive Perspective

Your social media feed is like a highlight reel of other people’s lives. You see pictures from vacations, graduations, barbecues, and other events. You hear about accomplishments, job promotions, and...

How You Can Help a Teen Showing Signs of Depression (Part 2)

In the previous article, we discussed how and why teen depression has become more prevalent in recent years. While the pandemic was certainly a contributing factor, there had been a...

Common Causes and Warning Signs of Teen Depression (Part 1)

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 17 percent of adolescents between the ages of 12 and 17 had at least one major depressive episode in 2020. Females experienced...