Therapist in Lyndhurst, New Jersey Carly Krupat, Therapist

Carly Krupat, LCSW is a compassionate and dedicated therapist at LifeStance Health, serving adults and seniors across New Jersey. Carly helps clients navigate their mental health journeys by creating a warm, patient, and nonjudgmental environment where they can safely express their thoughts and emotions. Carly graduated from Montclair State University where she majored in psychology and minored in social work, then earned her Master of Social Work from Rutgers University with a clinical social work specialization. Her approach is centered on empowering clients to overcome challenges by setting realistic weekly goals, teaching essential coping skills, and building on their inherent strengths. With a strong foundation in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Carly is particularly skilled in helping clients develop tools for mood regulation, mindfulness, and distress tolerance, which are crucial for managing anxiety, depression, and other emotional difficulties. Carly is deeply passionate about using evidence-based approaches like DBT, Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT) to support individuals facing a variety of mental health concerns. She is particularly committed to working with clients experiencing anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD/trauma. Her expertise also extends to addressing later life transitions and sleep disorders/insomnia, where she utilizes techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Insomnia to improve her clients’ quality of life. Carly’s background includes experience in inpatient and intensive outpatient settings, which has provided her with the knowledge and skills to assist clients dealing with complex and acute mental health issues. In addition to her specialized focus, Carly offers a range of therapeutic interventions, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Exposure Therapy, and Family Therapy. Her integrative approach is designed to meet the unique needs of each client, whether they are working through relationship challenges, gender identity issues, or the impact of past traumas. Carly’s commitment to her clients’ well-being is evident in her thoughtful and individualized care, which is tailored to help them achieve lasting change. Outside of her clinical work, Carly enjoys staying active and creative. She loves taking dance classes, particularly Salsa and Bachata, which not only keep her physically engaged but also bring her joy and relaxation. Carly also finds solace in hiking, writing, and participating in game nights, which allow her to unwind and connect with others. Her passion for puzzles reflects her love for problem-solving, a skill that she brings into her therapeutic practice.