Therapy & Coaching / Counseling Services

Counseling Topics of Concern

Emotional/Mental Health & Well being
Alternative remedies for health, Mood changes, Depression, Personality disorders, Eating disorders, Substance abuse/addiction, Stress, Social Phobia & other Fears, Anxiety, Delusions, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Sexual Disorders, Anger-Jealousy or Control issues, Spirituality & Holistic healing.

Women’s Issues
Relationships, Finding the “ideal partner" through Singles Coaching -or- “Why Do I keep choosing Dysfunctional partners?” Sexual or intimacy concerns, Life-stage changes, Mid-life goals & concerns, Domestic violence, Verbal & emotional abuse, Physical Abuse Cycle - “from Romance to Rage”, Co-Dependency, Jealousy & control, Communication skills, Survival after the Affair, Life after Divorce, Feeling passionate & romantic again, Depression or the Blues? Stress: w/partner, children, financial, or self-imposed; Anger management in self, partner or family, Worry & anxiety, Aging parents, the Super-woman / Care-taker role, Family of Origin issues & influences, Self empowerment & esteem, Motivation to change, Spiritual healing for emotional pain; Substance abuse/addiction in self, child or partner; General health & mental health concerns, Career concerns & Parenting topics

Singles, Couples & Relationship Counseling or Coaching
Relationship Success Training for Singles or Couples, Communication is key, Dating Do’s & Don’ts, Pre-marital Counseling, “Sensational” Sex!, Lesbian & Gay relationships, Relationship Stress, Parenting & lack of Energy, Blending of Families, Equality at home & work, Financial Issues, Lack of Desire/Performance anxiety, After the Affair - Trusting again, Anger, control & jealousy; Rekindling Romance, Drug & Alcohol Addictions & Co-dependency, Gambling addictions, Life After Divorce or Death of Partner, Aging & life stages. See By the Sea Singles section for more information.

Addictive Behavior in Self or Others
Are you an Addict? How to tell. Alcohol, drugs, tobacco, gambling, sexual, eating disorders, over-spending for you, your partner, or child. Are you Co-Dependent? Using Faith to heal & get well, Self-Help Groups & Hotlines (See Web Site recommendations for Links).

Parenting Concerns                                                                                                                       Instilling a sense of learning in your child, Effective Communication with your teen, How to motivate your teen, Creating Trust & Respect, Discipline issues, Encouraging a career path, Drug & Alcohol or other addiction questions/concerns, Is your teen depressed or suicidal? Children & your new relationships, Blending of families with a new partner, When to consider Family or Individual counseling for you and your child. Job Coaching for Teens.

Teen Issues
School pressures, Being Bullied, Friends & fitting in, Relationships, Sex concerns or questions, Identity concerns, Drugs & alcohol facts, Dealing with parents, College & career concerns (including Job Coaching, General health, Mental health issues including Depression, Anxiety, handling Grief, Eating disorders, Addictions, Anger, Low self-esteem, Fear of death or violence within the home or at school.

General Career Consultation through Coaching
Swimming with the Sharks or Feel like a Minnow? Finding Career Success: Choice of career, Resume & Marketing packages, Re-entering the Job market, Dress for Success! Job stress & communication, Office politics, Workaholics & Family strain, Career burnout, Financial concerns, Work & the effects on intimate relationships

Career Coaching for Models, Actors & Singers
How to get started, Attending school, classes or conventions, Photographs, Resumes & Press kits, Preparing for an Agent interview, Getting in the door: The Agent Interview, Getting an Agent to sign you, Knowing a legit offer from a scam, Preparing for the booking.

Agents & Managers for Talent Careers                                                                                             Getting signed, Contracts & Legal needs, Parental roles for Minor child actors/performers, Networking, and Attending conventions.

Specific Areas of Concern:

WOMEN’S ISSUES
Friends, Wife/girlfriend, Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Neighbors, Employees

1. Going through Life Changes- Divorce, widowed, re-entering the work force, empty-nest syndrome, handling Menopause
2. Self-Esteem & Confidence, Public speaking, image make-overs, wardrobe tips for the work force, personal shopping, other
3. Co-dependency - handling the addictions of spouse, child, or family member; learning healthy new behaviors for yourself
4. Domestic Violence, emotional abuse, physical abuse, past sexual abuse and gaining strength to heal and make changes
5. Consulting for creating your own Business - marketing & public relations ideas, advertising
6. Women’s Group – Relationship Success Training for Singles: meets weekly for 1 hour, for 8 weeks, call office for times & dates

COUPLES
Friends, Self/family, Employees, Neighbors, those engaged or having Marital Problems

1. Pre-marital counseling - handling finances, children/parenting, domestic hores/responsibilities, in-laws, time management
2. Marital/Couples Counseling: Gay or straight couples, relationship crises, transitions, affairs, addiction, abuse, job loss, parenting
3. Blending of Families with a new marriage - kids vying for space and attention, financial strain, goal-setting, quality couple time
4. Handling grief of a lost or sick child/teen or parent, empty nest syndrome
5. Parenting skills, understanding a defiant child/teen, how to discipline with love
6. Riana is an Inter-Faith Minister (Ordained with Universal Life Church) - Performance of Weddings, Civil Unions, Celebrations of Love Ceremonies, Anniversaries, and Renewal of Vows.

ADDICTION
Currently addicted, those trying to stay clean, those who Relapsed, Co-Dependents

1. Counseling for the abuser, the addicted, their spouse, parent, or family member
2. **House Calls - for Crises situations, defiant clients who won’t come to a Counseling center, Family Interventions
3. Continued growth & healing for those in recovery, using spiritual & 12 step philosophies
4. Referrals from Bosses for their employees
5. Job or Family Stress & addictions
6. Drugs & Alcohol: Addictions, denial, relapse, motivation to stay clean, holistic approaches to wellness, Family support/intervention
7. Gambling addictions, pressure relief, family support
8. Workaholics - and support for the lonely spouse
9. Over-eating (or Anorexia/Bulimia) - Eating Disorders and wellness; support for weight loss
10. Over-spending - regaining self-control & Esteem
11. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
12. ACOA issues - Adult Child of Alcoholics (or other childhood traumas)

TEENS/CHILDREN
Troubled/Angry, Addicted, Shy, Adjustment problems, 1st time Offenders

1. Troubled Teens - signs of withdrawal, depression, “the blues”, self-mutilation/cutting, low self-esteem, poor choices, defiance and attitude problems 
2. Addictions - Alcohol/drugs/gambling use, abuse, or addiction (actual or suspected)
3. ***House Calls for angry and/or defiant teens who will not go to a Counseling Center; or for Crises situations
4. Anger & Violent behavior towards parents/family, friends, or acting out at school, poor grades, loneliness
5. Teens having trouble fitting into school, bullying
6. Juniors & Seniors having problems deciding a career path, needing help with resumes & interview tips
7. 1st & 2nd Time Juvenile Offenders Program - NJ Supreme & Family Court of Atlantic City

Riana Milne: Psychotherapist and Director for Therapy by the Sea, LLC
Email: Therapy@rianamilne.com

7028 Ridge Avenue, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

For Appointments: Phone & Fax: (609) 601 - 7884   

For Emergencies: (201) 281-7887