JIM WEISS, PHD

Licensed Psychologist #4058

Specializations and Expertise: 

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• Adult (individual) therapy; couple therapy; group therapy

• Spirituality; mythology and rituals; career counseling; executive coaching; adult and young adult issues; diversity issues; positive psychology; creativity

• Psychodynamic therapy; cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT); existential therapy; hypnosis (hypnotherapy)

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Dr. Weiss has followed a path from philosophy to theology to psychology. He intertwines all three disciplines in therapy, with an emphasis on building strong relationships with clients. Dr. Weiss began his psychotherapy career in the mid-’90s and worked at the student counseling centers at Seton Hall University, the University of Georgia, Wake Forest University, and Virginia Commonwealth University. He has published in transpersonal psychology journals and wrote a book chapter on humanistic group psychotherapy for the American Psychological Association. He is also a trained hypnotherapist.

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Education: 

PhD in Counseling Psychology, University of Georgia

MAEd, Wake Forest University

MDiv, Christ the King Seminary

BA, Vincent College (summa cum laude)

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Professional Association Memberships: 

New Jersey Psychological Association

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Contact: 

(908) 273-5558 ext 113

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“I believe in the power of relationship in therapy. I’m highly active in sessions, giving honest feedback, sharing information about myself, using humor, and educating clients about the techniques I'm using. I build strong relationships with my clients.”