About Us
Our Treatment Methods
Therapy is a multi-disciplinary affair; there is no universal strategy for treatment. At The Center for CBT, we address every case individually, using various evidence-based therapeutic models to provide the most effective care. We practice active psychotherapy, educating ourselves and others in the latest methods.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is a structured, practical form of psychotherapy, originally developed to treat depression but adapted for a broad range of conditions, particularly anxiety-related disorders. The approach is focused and goal-oriented, hinging on the principle that our thoughts affect every area of life. The tenet of CBT is that changing our most basic ways of thinking – our underlying beliefs and assumptions – has a profound effect on our actions.
Due to CBT’s problem-focused nature, we employ feedback and precise measures to track progress. It’s more than simple talk therapy; cognitive-behavioral therapy is an organized approach designed to treat the source of problematic emotional, behavioral and physiological symptoms
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is a subset of CBT that combines traditional cognitive-behavioral methods with concepts of mindfulness and acceptance. Its basis is in dialogue (hence the term “dialectical”); the goal is to find the balance between change and acceptance of oneself.
The emotionally- and behaviorally-based approach is used to treat a range of conditions, including borderline personality disorder, mood disorders, and substance abuse, and consists of specific skill training sessions in individual and group capacities.
Schema-Focused Cognitive Therapy
Also known briefly as Schema Therapy, this module is an integrative treatment that combines several aspects of cognitive-behavioral, experiential, interpersonal and psychoanalytic therapies in one method. A schema is defined as an organized pattern of thought and behavior, or a core belief, that affects vital areas of functioning.
Put simply, a person may be affected by a preconceived belief that is fundamentally rooted, even if he or she recognizes its negativity. Schema Therapy draws on imagery and emotions to address the origin of maladaptive behavior.
Our Clinicians
Matis Miller, LCSW, ACT, DBT-LBC
Founder/Director | Author of The Uncontrollable Child
Matis Miller is the founder and director of The Center for Cognitive & Behavioral Therapy of New Jersey, the founder and clinical director of InReach Behavioral Health, and author of the groundbreaking book The Uncontrollable Child. He is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience. His impressive educational and training background includes certification in CBT from the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, certification in DBT from the DBT-Linehan Board of Certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and certification in Schema Therapy from International Society of Schema Therapy. Matis specializes in severe emotional and personality disorders, anxiety in teens and adults, and parent training. He is a seasoned lecturer on CBT- and DBT-related topics, addressing parents, clients, and professionals, and is presently focused primarily on supervision, education, and consultations.
Matis also founded and directs InReach Behavioral Health; an Intensive Outpatient/Partial Hospital Program which will provide culturally sensitive intensive mental health treatment for the greater Lakewood community and beyond.
Bashi Levine, LPC, ACT
Licensed Professional Counselor | Supervisor
A graduate of Grand Canyon University, certified in CBT from the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) by The Center for Credentialing and Education, Bashi Levine uses evidence-based CBT and DBT practices in the treatment of social, behavioral, and emotional problems in children, teens, and adults. Bashi develops comprehensive treatment plans for each client to address various mood, anxiety, and personality disorders. Bashi specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders that include OCD, phobias, and panic disorder. Additionally, she facilitates DBT skills training groups for women and adolescents as well as skill-based parenting groups for mothers of anxious children.
Chani Neumann, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Chani Neumann is a graduate of Case Western University and has received specialized CBT training at the Beck Institute. She has numerous years of experience working with young adults, as a therapist, and previously as a teacher. Chani treats adolescents, adults, couples and families for a variety of emotional needs, including mood, anxiety, and interpersonal struggles. Chani utilizes a combination of modalities and evidence-based therapeutic techniques, including CBT, DBT, and family systems approaches, to develop a comprehensive treatment plan designed to improve the quality of life for each and every client. Chani is also a Gottman trained marriage and family counselor.
Menachem Friedman, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Menachem Friedman has over 20 years’ experience working with young adults in the capacity of teacher and school guidance counselor. He is a graduate of Long Island University and has received extensive CBT training at the Beck Institute. Menachem employs CBT and DBT skills in his work with the adolescent and adult population. Menachem’s work focuses on the treatment of anxiety, depression, and OCD as well as facilitating a weekly DBT skills training group.
Aliza Aberbach, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Aliza Aberbach received a Master’s degree in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University and has participated in extensive CBT training in the Beck Institute. Aliza holds a second degree in General and Special Education. Aliza uses a combination of CBT and DBT approaches to assist in the treatment of a range of anxiety and mood disorders in adolescents and adults. Aliza facilitates weekly DBT groups for adolescents and does individual social skills training. Additionally, Aliza specializes in providing parents with psychoeducation and skills to better understand each child’s unique needs.
Sara Schapira, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Sara Schapira is a licensed social worker who earned her masters degree in social work from Long Island University. She completed her post-graduate training at the Family Institute of Neve Jerusalem, where she trained in family therapy for two years and treated a diverse caseload including adolescents, adults, and couples. Her clinical experience includes the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and complex trauma. Srara is intensively trained in Somatic Experiencing and draws from her knowledge of various evidenced-based modalities, including CBT, DBT, IFS, and somatic interventions to create an individualized, collaborative course of treatment for each client.
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs, a licensed social worker, has served as rabbi at Congregation Beth Aaron in Teaneck, NJ since August 2002. Rabbi Rothwachs received degrees from the Azrieli School of Jewish Education and the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and is presently the Director of Professional Rabbinics at RIETS at Yeshiva University. He has significant experience providing treatment to couples and families and utilizes Emotionally Focused Therapy. Rabbi Rothwachs has specific interest in the treatment of eating disorders and relationship anxiety.
Yochanan Eskenazi, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Yochanan Eskenazi is a licensed social worker who earned his degree from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work. He received extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the Beck Institute, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) from Dr. Marsha Linehan’s Behavioral Tech, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) from the Center for the Treatment and Study for Anxiety of the University of Pennsylvania. Yochanan's professional background includes numerous years in education and guidance counseling. He comes to The Center for CBT with many years of experience working with diverse age groups, ranging from elementary-age students to older adults.
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs, LSW
Licensed Social Worker
Rabbi Larry Rothwachs, a licensed social worker, has served as rabbi at Congregation Beth Aaron in Teaneck, NJ since August 2002. Rabbi Rothwachs received degrees from the Azrieli School of Jewish Education and the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and is presently the Director of Professional Rabbinics at RIETS at Yeshiva University. He has significant experience providing treatment to couples and families and utilizes Emotionally Focused Therapy. Rabbi Rothwachs has specific interest in the treatment of eating disorders and relationship anxiety.
