Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Marriage Counseling Services
For over 25 years, I have dedicated myself to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome emotional challenges and build more fulfilling lives. My practice combines professional expertise with personal experience in emotional healing, specializing in techniques like Inner Bonding and the Couples Conversation. I work with couples to transform conflict into connection, rebuild trust, and foster intimacy while guiding individuals toward self-awareness and emotional resilience. As a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist and Inner Bonding facilitator, I bring evidence-based methodologies to both in-person and online sessions. My approach emphasizes personal responsibility, compassionate communication, and sustainable behavioral change tailored to each client's unique needs.Located in Cranford, New Jersey, my practice serves local clients and offers virtual sessions for those outside the area. I hold a Master of Social Work from New York University and maintain a commitment to ethical practice and continuous professional development. My work has been recognized through media features and training roles in therapeutic programs. I prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore challenges and develop practical solutions for lasting growth.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy
Inner Bonding
Imago Relationship Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25 years of specialized experience in relationship and individual therapy
- Certified in evidence-based therapeutic methodologies
- Offers both in-person and virtual session options
- Focuses on sustainable behavioral change and emotional resilience
- Personalized approach combining professional expertise with lived experience
Associations and certifications
- Certified Inner Bonding facilitator
- Certified Imago Relationship Therapist
Services
Marriage Counseling
Helping couples transform conflict into connection through structured communication techniques. Focuses on rebuilding trust, improving intimacy, and developing conflict resolution skills. Utilizes evidence-based methods like Imago Relationship Therapy to address recurring patterns and foster emotional safety.
Individual Therapy
Supporting individuals in developing self-awareness and emotional resilience. Teaches Inner Bonding techniques to improve self-relationship and manage difficult emotions. Addresses patterns of self-criticism and helps establish healthy boundaries for improved well-being.
Inner Bonding
Six-step self-healing process that strengthens emotional self-regulation. Helps clients develop their 'Loving Adult' persona to manage feelings constructively. Combines personal responsibility with compassionate self-care to improve relationships and overall mental health.
Imago Relationship Therapy
Structured communication method for resolving relationship conflicts. Teaches active listening and empathetic response techniques. Addresses childhood pattern influences and helps couples create emotional safety through intentional dialogue practices.
Couples Counseling for One
Support for individuals in relationships with reluctant partners. Focuses on personal boundary setting and self-improvement to positively influence relationship dynamics. Helps clients develop emotional independence while maintaining relationship connections.
People
Michael Barmak
Therapist
Certified Imago Relationship Therapist with 25 years of experience in couples and individual therapy. Master of Social Work from NYU and Inner Bonding facilitator. Specializes in transforming relationship conflicts and building emotional resilience through evidence-based methodologies.
Questions
What types of clients do you work with?
I work with individuals seeking personal growth and couples looking to improve their relationships through both joint and individual sessions.
Does insurance cover your therapy services?
Coverage varies by plan - check with your provider about out-of-network mental health benefits for couples and individual therapy sessions.
What if my partner refuses counseling?
I offer 'Couples Counseling for One' where individual growth work can positively impact relationship dynamics even with one participant.
How long does therapy typically last?
Most couples complete short-term work focusing on specific goals, with session frequency tailored to individual progress and commitment.
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
I combine Imago Relationship Therapy for communication skills with Inner Bonding techniques for personal growth and emotional regulation.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes, I provide online therapy options for New Jersey residents and clients outside the state through secure virtual platforms.
