Inner I Counseling
You are more than meets the eye.
Welcome to Inner I Counseling:
Inner I Counseling is a holistic therapy practice in Montclair, NJ, offering inclusive, evidence-informed support for individuals navigating anxiety, identity, relationships, and life’s challenges.
You are more than meets the eye. Child, sibling, friend, partner, coworker…you may be all of these, yet you are more. There is a you beyond the roles you play and the many hats you wear, a core identity – an essential self – an inner "I" – that must navigate its way through your life and the parts you play in everyone else’s.
It’s easy to lose touch with your authentic self. Day to day responsibilities might leave little time to take a breath and ask yourself what you need. As you were growing up, you may not have had the opportunity to develop – or even acknowledge – your identity, because your survival depended on being invisible. On the other hand, you may know exactly who you are and just need someone to see you, and help you grow into your most authentic self. Or maybe, like so many of us, you’re not really sure who you are, and you need a safe space to explore who you might be.
By using your ability to reflect on your experience, to put it in context, understand it, and take ownership of what it means for you – in other words, by using your inner eye – you open the gateway to discovering your inner I – the authentic you at the center.
Hello!
I'm Carol
You found your way here for a reason. Maybe you’ve been carrying something too heavy, for too long – maybe it wasn’t yours to carry in the first place. Maybe you feel stuck, or overwhelmed, or just plain exhausted. Maybe you don’t even know what you need, but you know you need something to be different.
If you would like to discuss whether I might be the right counselor for you, please feel free to give me a call at
I welcome all individuals and relationships, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, spirituality, ability status, sex, gender identification / expression, or sexual orientation, and I affirm and respect both traditional and alternative lifestyles. You are the expert on your life, and I will respect your values as we work together to reach the goals you set for yourself.
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LGBTQ+
You are who you are. It’s not my job (or anyone else’s) to tell you who you *should* be; my job is to help you discover your deepest, truest, most authentic self, and let that be the light that guides you into who you are becoming.
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Anxiety & Stress
Sometimes life throws us a really big curve – a terminal diagnosis, a job loss, a global pandemic – and we can’t regain our balance. When anxiety is chronic enough, for long enough, it can turn into stress.
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Depression
Sometimes we find ourselves feeling down most of the time and just can’t seem to “snap out of it.” Maybe we’re just not enjoying life as much as we used to, or we’re not interested in our usual hobbies, or we isolate instead of socializing.
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Sexual Communication
If you and your partner(s) have trouble talking about sex, counseling can help you develop the necessary trust and confidence to discuss sexuality and intimacy in an open, loving way, so that you can enjoy the fulfillment you deserve.
Finding A Counselor or Therapist
If you’re looking for a counselor or therapist, it’s a good idea to speak to a few people – not just email or text them. Hearing a person’s voice, and listening to how they respond to you, can tell you a lot:
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Warm and Inviting Manner
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Focused and Attentive
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Sound of their Voice
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Easy to Understand
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Experience with your Issues
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Do they "Get It"