Bernard Ivin, LCSW
Founder - Strength for Change
Personal Statement
“After close to thirty years in private practice, I have learned that the human spirit is
strong, resilient, and capable of greatness. It is this knowledge that keeps me eternally
optimistic. Given the opportunity, I will do everything in my power to help you discover
this truth for yourself.”
Bernard Ivin, LCSW - Professional Background
Bernard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and the treatment of numerous mental health conditions. Benard had the good fortune of receiving some of his training in CBT from two of the therapy’s founding fathers: Dr. Aaron Beck and Dr. Albert Ellis. Bernard established Strength for Change in 2001 for the purpose of training other therapists in CBT and making this powerful evidence-based therapy more available within the communities he served. To
date, he has treated over 1500 clients.
Bernard’s passion for CBT started in his young adulthood when he was struggling with his own mental health difficulties. Through his application of CBT, he was able to overcome his struggles and achieve many of his life’s goals. In the process, he gained a deep empathy for the pain and suffering of others and became an advocate for CBT and the importance of evidence-based mental health treatment.
In addition to his clinical work, Bernard has authored the following materials: A Parent’s Handbook – The Essential Guide To Obtaining Counseling Services For Your Child, Relationship Centered Parenting, The 1-2-3 Succeed Program – Helping The Capable, But Unmotivated Student, and The Emotional Toolkit. To view any of his materials, click the Resources tab on your menu bar.
Credentials
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker, State of New Jersey
- Masters in Clinical Social Work, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ
- BA, Moravian College, Bethlehem, PA
- Certified Clinical Supervisor
- Certified School Social Worker, State of New Jersey
- Certified Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapist
- Extensive Training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
- Extensive Training in Substance Abuse & Addiction Treatment
- Extensive Training in Interpersonal & Marital Therapy
Relevant Work Experiences
20-plus Years of Clinical Experience
- 2001-Present: Program Director, Clinician, Strength for Change, LLC, Mt. Arlington, NJ
- Clinician, Family Services of Morris County, Flanders, NJ
- Student Assistance Coordinator, Mountain Lakes & Randolph School Districts, NJ
- Crisis Counselor, New York City Board of Education, Bronx, NJ
- Mental Health Associate, Fair Oaks Hospital, Summit, NJ
Clients
- Individual, Couples, & Family Treatment
- Adolescents/Teenagers (10 to 17) and Their Families
- Adults (18 to 75)
Presenting Difficulties
- Depression (Major Depression, Dysthymia, Bi-Polar Disorders)
- Anxiety (Social Anxiety, General Anxiety, Phobia, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (Sexual Abuse, Natural Disasters, Accidents, the Death of a Loved One)
- ADHD (Inattentive Type, Hyperactive Type, Combined Type)
- Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia)
- Substance Abuse Disorders (All Forms of Addictive Behavior)
- Marital Problems
- Life Stressors (Family, Academic/Learning, Social, Employment, and Developmental Problems)
Treatment Philosophy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Supplemental Therapies
- Motivational Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy
- Gottman Marital Therapy
- Family & Parent Coaching Therapy
- Network Therapy for the Treatment of Substance Abuse
- Motivational Interviewing
Please note that our therapists are independent contractors and not employees of Strength for Change, LLC. Each therapist is independently licensed and insured and takes sole responsibility for their clients and the quality of care.
Contact Us
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- sfcnewreferrals@gmail.com
- Mon - Sat: 8AM - 10PM
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22 Howard Blvd STE 101
Mt. Arlington, NJ 07856 - (973) 668-9577
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2035 Hamburg Turnpike STE G
Wayne, NJ 07470 - (973) 668-9577
