PRIVATE, OUT-OF-NETWORK CBT THERAPY FOR ADULTS & TEENS
Child & Adolescent Therapy in Bergen County NJ
When a child or teenager is struggling with anxiety, mood changes, school stress, or difficulty managing emotions, it can affect everyday life for the entire family.
At East Side CBT, we provide structured child and teen therapy in Bergen County, NJ, from our River Edge office. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches, we help children and adolescents develop practical skills they can use at school, at home, and in social situations.
We work collaboratively with parents when appropriate, helping families better understand what their child is experiencing and how to support progress outside of therapy.
Supporting Children & Families
Children and teens experience emotional challenges differently than adults. Therapy should reflect their age, development, personality, and the situations they are navigating at home, at school, and with peers.
Our therapists use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and, when appropriate, DBT-informed skills to help children and adolescents better understand their thoughts and emotions, develop practical coping strategies, and build skills they can use in everyday life.
Treatment is individualized, with parent involvement incorporated when appropriate for the child’s age and treatment goals.
Common Reasons Families Reach Out
Families often seek therapy when they notice patterns such as:
• School refusal or academic stress
• Social anxiety or difficulty with peers
• Repetitive worries or intrusive thoughts
• Emotional outbursts or mood swings
• Withdrawal from activities
• Difficulty coping with transitions or change
Therapy can help children and teens better understand these patterns and develop practical strategies for managing them.
Targeted Treatment Areas
We provide structured treatment for:
Anxiety
Including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and school-related stress. Learn more about anxiety therapy in Bergen County NJ.
OCD & Intrusive Thoughts
Specialized treatment using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) to address intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Learn more about OCD therapy in Bergen County NJ.
Depression & Withdrawal
Support for low motivation, reduced engagement, and negative thinking patterns. Learn more about depression therapy in Bergen County NJ.
Emotional Regulation
For adolescents who feel overwhelmed by strong emotions, skills-based approaches such as DBT therapy in Bergen County NJ can help adolescents develop strategies for managing intense emotions.
DBT Skills for Teens
Some adolescents benefit from learning structured skills to manage emotional intensity.
DBT-based strategies focus on:
Managing strong emotions without becoming overwhelmed
Tolerating distress without avoidance or impulsive behavior
Improving communication and relationships
Building awareness through mindfulness
These skills are designed to be practical and applicable to everyday situations at home, at school, and with peers.
What Makes Our Approach Different
Our work with children and adolescents is:
• Structured – sessions are goal-oriented and skills-focused
• Practical – tools are designed to be used outside of sessions
• Collaborative – we involve parents when it supports progress
• Flexible – tailored to the child’s developmental level
We aim to help young people not just feel better, but function better in their daily lives.
Working With Parents
Parents are often an important part of the process.
Depending on your child’s needs, therapy may include:
• Guidance on responding to anxiety or avoidance
• Strategies for supporting behavior at home
• Understanding how patterns develop and change
• Coordination around school-related challenges
Our goal is to provide clarity and direction — not just for the child, but for the family as a whole.
Serving Bergen County Families
Our River Edge office offers a convenient option for families seeking in-person therapy close to home. Our Bergen County location serves families in:
Hackensack
Paramus
Teaneck
Englewood
Tenafly
Fort Lee
Bergenfield
Fair Lawn
Glen Rock
Ridgewood
Passaic
Clifton
We also offer telehealth sessions throughout New Jersey for families who prefer remote care.
In addition, we provide child and adolescent therapy in Upper East Side (UES) NYC, for families who prefer to receive care in Manhattan.
Schedule Child & Adolescent Therapy in Bergen County NJ
If your child is struggling with anxiety, school stress, emotional regulation, OCD, depression, or another concern, we can help you determine whether East Side CBT may be a good fit.
Start with a brief consultation to discuss your concerns and determine the appropriate next steps.
Complete the form below or contact us directly:
email: drjlamm@gmail.com (best contact)
phone: 646.801.5266
