BERGEN COUNTY PSYCHOTHERAPISTS

Redefining Counseling Team of Psychotherapists in Bergen County NJ

We Help You Find Solutions That Work For YOU

Our counselors walk you through the therapy process at your own pace so you feel comfortable and empowered.

We’re redefining traditional perceptions of psychotherapy

We get it. Counseling can be intimidating. It may even seem weird talking to a stranger about your deepest and darkest secrets. That’s why we’ve created a non-traditional, laid back space where you can feel comfortable and safe sharing your thoughts and feelings with a counselor that fits your needs and your personality. We take the time to get to know you and your concerns so we can identify the right therapist for YOU.

While many practitioners adhere to one, rigid therapeutic modality, at Redefining Counseling our counselors pull the very best techniques from the various styles of therapy to meet your unique needs and create a plan just for you! We may utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems therapy, mindfulness, play therapy, and more. Your counselor will always use a person-centered lens to develop a real relationship with you, seeing your greatest strengths, even when you’re not able to. This relationship-based, individualized, multimodal approach helps you to achieve your therapy goals.

Our therapists work with:

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Helping all types of clients become their best selves

Specialties & Services

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Gender Affirmation

We provide a safe space to explore your sexual identity and gender, helping you understand your options and determine the best path forward.

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Anxiety

We’ll uncover the cause of your anxiety and teach you skills and coping mechanisms so you can thrive in your daily life.

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Depression

Depression can be debilitating, but there is hope. We can help you return to a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life.

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Trauma

Our trauma-informed therapists will help you process and overcome the impact of your traumatic experience so you can transition from victim to survivor.

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Self-Esteem

It’s time to stop measuring life by how others may perceive you. We’ll help you heal your relationship with yourself.

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Grief

There is no direct path to overcoming grief, but we’ll help you process your feelings, cope with your loss, and rebuild your life.

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Adult ADHD

Therapy can be helpful for anyone managing their ADHD, whether a child, adolescent, or adult. Our therapists will help you understand your brain and how it works to be able to work with it by focusing on executive functioning skills.

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Child ADHD

We get to know your child’s strengths and the challenges they face as a result of their ADHD, then provide them with the skills and tools they need to be more successful at home and school.

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Divorce

We’ll help you navigate the emotions and difficult decisions that accompany a divorce and provide you with the tools for a faster and more manageable transition.

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Relationships

If your relationship has hit a rough patch, counseling can help you communicate so you can gracefully and effectively work through conflicts that arise.

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Women’s Issues

Women face a range of life and health concerns, such as menopause, IVF, and miscarriage. We provide therapy to support the struggles common to many women so they can achieve a more fulfilled and happier life.

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Postpartum

Having a baby is exciting and joyful, but it can also be difficult and distressing. If you are suffering from postpartum depression or anxiety, our counselors are ready to help.

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Men’s Issues

Therapy can help men address common issues, such as anger and irritability, intimacy and affection, sexual issues, and pushing away of emotions.

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Substance Abuse

Whether you are newly sober or have years of sobriety and need support with some triggers that are resurfacing, our licensed drug and alcohol counselors are here to keep you on track.

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Play Therapy

All of our therapists are specially-trained in play therapy and think outside the box to meet children on their level – literally! We love to get down on the floor or do art projects to interact with them.

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School Refusal

Struggling with a child who refuses to go to school? We help uncover the reason behind the avoidance and then develop a personalized strategy to address it.

Our Counselors

We’re a group of therapists from all walks of life with vast clinical experience helping people just like you navigate life’s curve balls. Committed to tailoring each approach to the individual, we like to think outside the box for ways to connect with our clients, such as using play therapy with adults to access their inner child, or incorporating interventions like playing Dungeons and Dragons and shooting hoops with kids who shut down.

All therapists are trauma-informed and trained in play therapy. We also have a Spanish-speaking therapist on staff, a certified clinical mental health counselor, a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, and two therapists who are also school counselors.

Recommended by Other Respected Clinicians in the Industry

Redefining Counseling is a fantastic resource for families and individuals. The therapist we worked with was so helpful in assisting us with our young son. The whole group operates from a place of professionalism, compassion, and integrity. The therapists educate their clients in order to help them make informed decisions. The atmosphere is safe and comfortable.

SKJ, Paramus

Teran and her team at Redefining Counseling (formerly Chartier Therapy Group) are an invaluable resource to the community. As a therapist myself, I often refer to this practice. One of the things I most enjoy is the team’s openness to working collaboratively. I value my connection to Redefining Counseling very much and am grateful to have their collective areas of expertise as local resources for clients and colleagues alike.

Julia Hochstadt, LCSW, TherapyWithJulia.com

Redefining Counseling (formerly Chartier Therapy Group) is top notch for patient care and psychotherapy services. Teran and her team recognize the diverse needs of each individual and work cohesively to help patients through their challenges and needs. You’re treated as a person, not just a patient. As a healthcare provider, I confidently refer my own patients to assist them in feeling their best.

Marissa Liza, L.Ac, All Points Acupuncture & Wellness Center, LLC

Redefining Counseling (formerly Chartier Therapy Group), comprised of a diverse staff with a varied skill set, is what practice owner Teran Chartier envisioned when building a place where people of all ages and backgrounds could come to work with exemplary therapists in a safe and supportive environment. Integrity and professionalism are the hallmarks of each and every clinical session, which are tailored to meet the needs of the individual. In an environment which engenders trust and confidence, the clinicians strive to help those who are facing emotional hurdles reach their optimal well being.

As a fellow group practice owner, when I need to refer a client to another practice, Redefining Counseling is my number one option!

Adrienne Podell, LCSW, Podell Therapy Group

I have had the opportunity to work with Teran and some other therapists in her group over the last few years. I am impressed by the commitment and care with which they approach each of their clients. They are available to collaborate on mutual cases which improves health outcomes. My patients have been very satisfied with the care received from Redefining Counseling (formerly Chartier Therapy Group).

It’s been a pleasure working with Teran and the team.

Dr. Vaidhyanathan, Psychiatrist

I am a Physician Assistant working in an internal medicine practice in Bergen County and deal with a lot of mental health in my practice. Teran and her team go above and beyond not only to treat my patients of my practice, but many other patients as well. I have sent patients there, and they are scheduled very quickly and have nothing but great things to say about the therapists in this practice. They are exceptional as a practice, and I will continue to refer my patients to them!

Brittany Steepy, PA

Teran is an amazing therapist who quickly recognizes the needs of her clients and responds to them with empathy and adept clinical skills. I have known her as a colleague for many years and would not hesitate to refer my own family to her.

Kristen Kurth, LPC, Psychotherapist, Family Dynamics