About Me

" I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel" . Dr. Maya Angelou

Petrucc E.Taliaferro is a psychotherapist and consultant specializing in individual, couples, as well as family therapy. She has more than 20 years experience working with a broad spectrum of clients with diverse backgrounds. Ms.Taliaferro maintains a private practice in South Orange, New Jersey.

In addition to being a prominent relationship therapist, she has presented at conferences and written articles in the field.

Ms. Taliaferro is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Education: State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Social Welfare - Masters of Social Work Degree

License, Certifications & Awards: Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Social Work Superviso
r, Academy of Certified Social Workers, Diplomate in Clinical Social Work, Congressional Proclaimation, and listed in the Thomas Congressional Library

Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy

Additional Training: New York University School of Social Work Advanced Clinical Practice, Ackerman Institute for Families, Cognitive Therapy Center

Professional Activities and Memberships: National Association of Social Workers- Private Practice and Mental Health Units, Internal Family Systems Network, Black Life Coaches That Work, Mid- Atlantic Pediatric Society, North Jersey Minerva Corporation, North Jersey Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

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