Reviews

Bernie Ivin has been a life saver for the entire family. I have been going to Bernie since sophomore year in High School and he has helped me manage my anxiety, depression and moods. I still go to him now and I am now 24 years old. I used to be shy but people now look at me as extroverted because of the confidence I have gained. Bernie has become a part of our family in a way and without him we would not be as functional. He has been so helpful toward me and my family. Highly recommend.

I have been seen Bernie on and off for a number of years and he has helped me tremendously. He has taught me so much about myself and how to deal with stress, anxiety and depression. He has helped me to change my negative mindset and how to recognize the credible truth in situations that are upsetting to me. In addition to being a great teacher and coach, he has always shown me compassion and understanding. I highly recommend Bernie to anyone who wants to feel better & improve their lives!

He is very attentive and listens to me. I see him twice a week. One day he listens to me vent and the second day he offers solutions and helps me build a plan.

Bernie is a great therapist. He is great at listening and providing insight so that you can use work done in sessions and apply it to real life scenarios. He is great at explaining things in an easy to understand and useable manner.

Bernie really cares about his clients. He demonstrates this by remembering specific details and applying them to sessions. He listens carefully and validates feelings and provides insight to help in the future.

When I first starting counseling, I was unknowingly falling into some of the same habits that had hurt so many of my family members. Bernie helped me see the truth clearly and is one of the single greatest influences in me getting my life on the right track. Bernie has been incredibly flexible with my busy schedule and immediately available in times of crisis. I openly suggest going to see him to all my friends and family because there is simply no one better then Bernie.

Best Therapist Around I would recommend Bernie to anyone. He has guided me through my darkest days and is one of the biggest supporters in my life. Before seeing him, I did not think I would ever live a life free from sadness and depression. He taught me how to deal with my problems and my thoughts. He also helped me get my goals in line and motivated me to get through school. I can honestly say I've never meet anyone as compassionate and dedicated as him. Without a doubt, the best therapist around!

Bernie is a true professional who has helped my family considerably. We have always found him to be compassionate, insightful and knowledgeable. We use many of his suggestions and techniques on a regular basis with much success; he gives us practical advice based on experience. We do not hesitate to recommend Bernie to our family and friends.

Bernie changed my life in ways that I did not think was possible. I saw a couple of different therapists before I met him but I can honestly say that no one compares. He helped me overcome my severe social anxiety and got me through some of the hardest times of my life. He made me feel understood and genuinely cared for. I wouldn't be where I am today without him and I would highly recommend him to anyone who is considering therapy.

Bernie helped my son immensely. We went to 3 other therapists before Bernie. He was the only one who did a thorough evaluation. He was also the only one able to connect with my son. Thoughtful, caring and extremely knowledgeable is how I would describe him.

I first met Bernie Ivin in 2006 (my senior year of high school) on a friend’s recommendation. At that point in time, I was struggling with some pretty severe anxiety. The prospect of seeing a therapist initially made me uncomfortable, but within a few sessions with Bernie I understood that this was a man who genuinely cares about his clients and attends to their needs. Bernie’s openness, integrity, and knowledge in his field make him my top recommendation for anybody considering therapy.

My experience with Bernie Ivin was life-changing. I can honestly say my life has been enriched. I am able to enjoy my life without worrying, which for most people may sound silly but if a year ago someone asked if I thought this was possible I wouldn't have thought it was. Not only was I able to fully express my feelings about anything and everything from the first appointment but Bernie taught me techniques and ways to retrain my brain so that when I felt stressed I would be able to cope. Bernie taught me to think of what was true not the made-up situations in my head that caused me to be stressed. I normally don't open-up to people but from the first time I met Bernie I was able to fully trust him and express all of my feelings to him. This was such a positive experience for me and I strongly recommend going to Bernie if you need a therapist.

Bernard Ivin is an excellent counselor. Every session is comprehensive and thorough. I have learned life skills that have helped me in every day challenges. Mr. Ivin has had to work with me through some difficult and trying times, and has achieved positive results. I would recommend Bernard Ivin if you are looking for an excellent Counselor.

If your child has a serious cardiac condition, you take him or her to a pediatric cardiologist, not to an internist. This principle guided me when I searched through dozens of therapists to find Jen. Everyone I called told me "I can treat anything". To me, that was not reassuring. With a child in crisis, I wanted a specialist who primarily treats adolescents and teens in every kind of situation. Someone who has successfully treated serious cases every day for years and has seen it all several times over. I believe that experience is the best teacher. Jen has extensive, senior level expertise in working with teens with serious problems in hospital outpatient programs and in private practice. This combined with her skill and personality make her completely unique as an effective specialist in working with adolescents, teens and their families. I am sure Jen has been much more successful with our child than the dozens of other therapists who have a much broader, shallower focus, would have been. With patience and perseverance, our child and our family are doing much better. We thank Jen for this.

My 12 year old daughter began to see Jen once a week for low self-esteem, middle school/bullying issues, food difficulties and adoption related issues. Jen brings compassion and a non judgmental attitude that allows for a safe environment which helped my daughter discuss these very serious difficulties. Her insights and knowledge have been very valuable in assisting my daughter to be able to start to cope with the problems she is having. Jen gave me effective solutions to better parent my daughter with these issues. She is very willing to help create realistic goals that can benefit the entire family. I am so thankful for her knowledge, positive interventions and how she has helped my daughter.

When my Daughter was 13 She became very depressed and started cutting herself to relieve the pain from depression. We had seen a couple of therapists before and didn't get anywhere. Since seeing Jennifer my daughter has managed her depression, stopped self-harming and improved her grades at school. We have been seeing Jen for about a year and a half and She has gotten us through many difficult situations I have been changed in the process as well, I truly understand depression and have the tools to help my daughter on a daily basis. Jennifer is a sanity saver!!! I highly recommend Strength for Change and their programs!

During her middle school years, my daughter was struggling socially and academically. We were concerned that this would spiral and only cause more self esteem issues that could impact her during the more formative high school years. I truly believe that Jen's counseling has helped us as parents and my daughter as an individual to find positive ways work through these issues make the right choices for her.

Jen has been a constant source of support and clarity for me throughout some off the most difficult times in my life. I began seeing her when I was a teenager struggling with depression, anxiety, and self injury. She had such a lasting impression on me that I sought her out later in my adult life when I began struggling with some of the same issues. Throughout my life I have seen many different therapists, counselors, and doctors but none of them have been comparable to her. She has created a safe environment for me, where I feel comfortable and confident expressing my thoughts and frustrations. She is a patient listener and her insight has provided me with the tools I need to deal with the anxiety I suffer from on a regular basis. I would highly recommend her to adults and children alike.

As a 26 year old female, I never thought I'd find myself going back in a therapy chair talking to another therapist who was only in it for the paycheck. I was timid, uncertain, but hopeful that this time would be different. I hoped that this time, I would be able to talk about my teenage trauma that was clearly affecting my quality of life. Well, I found myself in Paul's office with tears in my eyes hoping and praying that this time would be different. Thankfully, the moment I walked into Paul's office, I felt comfortable, at ease, and as if I was talking to a life long friend. Paul's professionalism, demeanor, and overall presence was comforting, welcoming, and safe. I instantly felt like behind his four walls, I was able to pour out my heart about all of the pain and hurt I was holding onto for so long and to finally get some guidance to resolve past issues. His office was a safe space, he didn't judge me nor try to scold me for any mistakes that I had made. Rather, Paul provided perspective and education that helped me choose my own paths. Paul clearly has a presence and spark to him that draws people's positivity and sparked my intrinsic motivation to better myself. I will forever be thankful that my dear and close friend referred me to Paul for help. If and when I find myself struggling with coping and need guidance, I know who to call. Thanks again Paul for helping me realize how amazing of a person I am and bringing my inner beauty to the surface again.

Our 13-year old son was having major behavioral issues both at home and school. A close friend recommended we take him to see Paul. Despite our son being resistant to treatment, Paul was able to engage him and create a safe, trustworthy relationship. Within months we saw significant improvements and he even became student of the month at his school. Paul created a path to healing for our family which included support and guidance that in return has allowed us to become much closer and have a better relationship with our son. Highly recommend him as a therapist.

I started seeing Paul during one of the hardest times in my life. His down to earth, interactive comedic approach creates a nonjudgmental setting with respect and compassion. This setting helped me to discuss very serious issues I was having. Paul gave me the tools I needed to overcome my anxiety, depression and personal obstacles. He helped me reconnect to my strengths through the CBT model and gave me the courage to resolve family and work conflicts. He always made time to talk between sessions if I was struggling. I have been in counseling before and have never made this much progress and would highly recommend him as a therapist.

Our family truly cannot say enough about Paul DePinto. We were referred to the group by a friend for therapy for our son. He had been struggling socially with his ADHD and now that he was getting into his teenage years, we were concerned it would impact his self esteem. We had tried several other therapists throughout the years, but felt our son needed a fresh start...and more importantly someone who he would be able to relate to and someone he felt "got him". I had an instant connection with Paul on the phone when he called me back to schedule our first appointment. I could just tell that my son would like him and that they would have a great rapport. We started our sessions and after a few weeks, I was able to see the special bond that was forming between my son and Paul. He actually enjoyed going to his weekly sessions and would often tell me he was going to bring up certain topics to discuss and "see what Paul thought". Paul has an amazing way of connecting with our son, never making him feel judged, or different. He always focuses on our sons positive attributes and allows our son to acknowledge his strengths and not let his struggles get him down. He has taught him the strategies to self regulate in a way that does not make him feel he is being lectured at. Our son has been able to apply these strategies in social settings with his peers. He has come such a long way since that first visit about a year and a half ago. He has developed positive friendships, maintained them, and has even had a few girlfriends along the way! His has a great sense of himself and is a happy well adjusted teenager. Paul has been incredibly supportive to both me and my husband as well. He has given us the tools to better parent a child with ADHD, and has helped us cope with the anxiety, worry and concerns we have had regarding our son. Our sessions with Paul have always felt safe, without any judgements. He has truly helped our entire family unit and strengthened all of our connections with each other! We are all in a better, happier place and continue to see Paul. Although we no longer require weekly sessions, we now go every other week...and are moving towards a once a month spot. Paul has been great at transitioning us as we make progress and require fewer sessions. He is honest, genuine and has integrity. The funny thing is....we actually don't want to stop coming for our sessions entirely. We have all seen such a tremendous improvement in our son AND our family. We would have never gotten to where we are today without the help, support and guidance from Paul!