Business Details
25 Years
experience
Compassionate Mental Health Therapy in Roseland
Roseland Psychotherapy Associates has been dedicated to mental health care since 2001, offering personalized therapy solutions for individuals, couples, and families. Our team of licensed clinicians combines traditional therapeutic approaches with modern techniques to address anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Located in Roseland, NJ, we provide both in-person and teletherapy services to accommodate diverse client needs. Our practice emphasizes empathy, confidentiality, and evidence-based treatments, with specialists in areas including sex therapy, trauma recovery, and child/adolescent mental health.We maintain evening and weekend hours to support busy schedules while working with multiple insurance providers to enhance accessibility. Our founders, Dr. Beth Levy-Merlin and Dr. Julie Potischman, established this practice to create a supportive environment where clients can achieve personal growth and emotional wellness through collaborative therapeutic relationships.
Services
Anxiety Treatment
Couples Counseling
Depression Therapy
Sex Therapy
Child Adolescent Therapy
Grief Counseling
ADHD Management
Trauma Recovery
Parenting Support
Psychological Testing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer evening and weekend appointments for schedule flexibility
- Our therapists hold advanced degrees and specialized certifications
- We provide both in-person and teletherapy session options
- Our team includes certified sex therapists and trauma specialists
- We accept multiple insurance plans to improve accessibility
Associations and certifications
- American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT)
Services
Couples Counseling
Our couples counseling service helps partners improve communication, resolve conflicts, and rebuild trust. Through evidence-based approaches like the Gottman Method, we address relationship challenges including infidelity, intimacy issues, and life transitions. Sessions focus on strengthening emotional connections while developing practical conflict resolution skills tailored to each couple's unique dynamics.
Anxiety Treatment
Specialized anxiety treatment programs address generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias using cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques. Our clinicians help clients identify triggers, develop coping strategies, and gradually reduce anxiety symptoms. Treatment plans incorporate relaxation exercises and cognitive restructuring to promote long-term symptom management and improved quality of life.
Sex Therapy
Certified sex therapists address sexual dysfunction, intimacy issues, and relationship concerns through specialized treatment programs. Services include education about sexual health, communication exercises, and gradual exposure techniques. Our AASECT-certified clinicians create safe, nonjudgmental spaces to explore concerns related to desire, performance, and sexual identity with evidence-based interventions.
Child Adolescent Therapy
Our child and adolescent therapy services address behavioral issues, academic stress, and emotional development challenges. Using play therapy, art therapy, and age-appropriate communication techniques, we help young clients manage anxiety, depression, and social difficulties. Family involvement ensures consistent support while school collaboration helps implement effective coping strategies in educational settings.
Trauma Recovery
Specialized trauma recovery programs treat PTSD and complex trauma using evidence-based modalities like EMDR and trauma-focused CBT. Therapists help clients process traumatic experiences, develop grounding techniques, and rebuild emotional resilience. Treatment emphasizes safety, empowerment, and gradual exposure while addressing symptoms like flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional dysregulation through structured therapeutic frameworks.
People
Beth Levy-Merlin
Founding Partner
Dr. Beth Levy-Merlin, a certified sex therapist with over 20 years in private practice, specializes in relationship issues and women's mental health. She earned her PhD in Clinical Sexology and teaches group therapy dynamics at NYU.
Julie Potischman
Founding Partner
Dr. Julie Potischman brings 25+ years of counseling experience and cognitive behavioral therapy expertise. A certified sex therapist with a PhD in Clinical Sexology, she has trained mental health professionals and appeared in major media outlets.
Monica Avisado
Therapist
Monica Avisado specializes in trauma-informed care and holds certifications in school social work. She employs mindfulness techniques and play therapy to address anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues while pursuing advanced child mental health credentials.
Robin Bernstein
Therapist
Robin Bernstein utilizes solution-focused and psychodynamic approaches for trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues. With specialized training in adolescent therapy and loss counseling, she creates safe spaces for clients to develop coping skills and build confidence.
Maxine Bock
Therapist
Maxine Bock offers 35+ years of eclectic therapeutic experience, specializing in out-of-the-box solutions for diverse client needs. Her recent certification in sex therapy expands her ability to address intimacy concerns and relationship challenges with personalized approaches.
Questions
What types of therapy sessions do you offer?
We provide both in-person sessions at our Roseland office and secure teletherapy appointments for New Jersey residents, with flexible daytime, evening, and weekend hours available.
Do your therapists specialize in specific areas?
Our clinicians hold advanced certifications in specialties including sex therapy, trauma recovery, child/adolescent mental health, and cognitive behavioral therapy, ensuring expert care for diverse mental health needs.
How do I choose the right therapist?
We match clients with therapists based on initial consultations about your specific needs, or you may select a provider directly from our team profiles detailing their areas of expertise.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We work with multiple health insurance plans and provide billing assistance. Contact our office for verification of your specific mental health benefits and coverage details.
Are reduced fee services available?
Limited sliding scale appointments are available based on financial need. Please discuss your situation with our administrative staff during initial contact.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call us at (973) 226-1505 or email directly through our website contact form to schedule your initial consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
