Business Details
24 Years
experience
Expert Therapy Services for Mental Wellness
Brooke Psychotherapy is a specialized practice dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care through individual and couples therapy. Our team holds advanced expertise in sexual health issues, social skills development, and treating anxiety and depression. With over two decades of clinical experience, we employ evidence-based approaches to address diverse psychological needs, including trauma recovery, women's health concerns, and relationship challenges. Our practice integrates specialized training in couples therapy and sexual dysfunction treatment, having worked extensively with clients across the lifespan.We maintain active involvement in professional education through speaking engagements and medical student training. Our social skills groups, developed through years of research and clinical practice, address specific needs for individuals on the autism spectrum and those struggling with peer relationships. We emphasize collaborative care, maintaining partnerships with medical providers for holistic treatment of pelvic pain conditions and other health-related psychological concerns.
Services
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Sex Therapy
Social Skills Groups
Women's Mental Health
Men's Mental Health
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized couples therapy with proven results in improving relationships
- Our clinicians have extensive experience treating sexual health concerns and dysfunction
- We provide evidence-based social skills groups for individuals on the autism spectrum
- Our team combines decades of clinical experience with ongoing professional development
- We maintain active partnerships with medical professionals for comprehensive care
Services
Individual Therapy
Personalized mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma recovery. Our clinicians work one-on-one with clients to develop coping strategies and improve emotional well-being. Each session focuses on creating a safe space for exploration of personal challenges and growth opportunities. Treatment plans are tailored to individual needs and may incorporate evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
Couples Therapy
Specialized treatment for relationship challenges including communication issues and intimacy concerns. We help partners rebuild trust, improve conflict resolution skills, and enhance emotional connection. Sessions focus on creating mutual understanding and developing practical strategies for maintaining healthy relationships. Our approach incorporates Gottman Method principles and emotionally focused therapy techniques tailored to each couple's unique dynamics.
Sex Therapy
Comprehensive treatment for sexual dysfunction and intimacy concerns. Our specialized therapy addresses issues like low desire, erectile dysfunction, and painful intercourse through evidence-based approaches. We help individuals and couples explore their sexual identities and overcome medical or psychological barriers to satisfaction. Treatment includes education about sexual response cycles and practical exercises to improve communication and intimacy between partners.
Social Skills Groups
Structured programs for improving peer interactions and communication skills. Our groups teach practical techniques for reading social cues, maintaining conversations, and managing teasing. Participants practice skills through role-playing and interactive exercises while receiving constructive feedback. The program includes specialized tracks for teens and adults on the autism spectrum, focusing on real-world application of social skills in various settings.
Women's Mental Health
Specialized care addressing unique mental health challenges women face throughout their lifespan. Our services include treatment for perinatal mood disorders, menopause-related concerns, and trauma recovery. We provide a supportive environment for discussing issues related to body image, fertility struggles, and pelvic pain conditions. Treatment integrates holistic approaches with evidence-based practices to address both psychological symptoms and their physical manifestations.
People
Karlaina Brooke, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
Licensed psychologist with expertise in sexual health and women's mental health. Completed APA-approved internship at UMDNJ. Conducts individual and couples therapy for sexual dysfunction and pelvic pain conditions. Former NIH research team member studying vulvodynia treatments. Provides consultation to medical professionals and speaks nationally on intimacy topics.
Michael Brooke, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
Specializes in autism spectrum disorders and social skills development. Thirty years of clinical experience working with children, adults, and couples. Developed Chime In! conversation game for social skills training. Provides individual therapy for anxiety and depression while maintaining active involvement in couples counseling. Former faculty member at Rutgers University's clinical psychology program.
Questions
Do you offer telehealth therapy services?
Yes, we currently offer all therapy services through secure telehealth platforms for client convenience and safety.
What ages do you work with?
We provide services for adolescents (14+), adults, and couples. Social skills groups have specific age requirements.
Do you work with autism spectrum disorders?
Yes, Dr. Michael Brooke specializes in working with individuals on the autism spectrum and offers tailored social skills training.
What payment options are available?
We accept insurance reimbursement and provide receipts for out-of-network benefits. Rates listed apply to specific services.
Are social skills groups currently available?
Groups are temporarily postponed due to safety concerns but expected to resume in September 2021.
Do you prescribe medication?
As psychologists, we don't prescribe medication but coordinate care with medical providers when needed.
