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Dr. Ijaz, MD
Posted On: September 3, 2021
Last Updated On: July 5, 2026
Medical Review: September 3, 2021

Gold Standard Medical Group offers professional, evidence-based outpatient mental health counseling and therapeutic support frameworks. Guided by a collaborative healthcare philosophy, our licensed therapists provide individual, couples, and family counseling integrated with primary medical tracking under a single roof to foster long-term resilience.

What Mental Health Counseling Services Are Offered in Clifton, NJ?

Sometimes life feels too heavy to carry alone — and asking for help is not a weakness, it’s the smartest thing you can do. Our licensed counselors and therapists in Clifton, NJ offer individual, couples, and family therapy in a safe, confidential environment, helping you work through anxiety, depression, grief, relationship struggles, stress, and major life transitions. At Gold Standard Medical Group, we believe mental wellness is just as vital as physical health.

Experts in Counseling Services

Our team of experienced therapists specializes in individual, couples, and family counseling. We offer psychological assessments and provide a fully customized and collaborative approach for those struggling with a variety of issues throughout their lives.

Is counseling right for me?

If you experience feelings of anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, anger, or grief, you may benefit from counseling services. In addition, if you suffer from parental and other relationship struggles or at times feel hopeless, our team of experts can help guide you through those issues.

Why choose counseling and therapy for Mental health and well-being in Clifton?

At Gold Standard Medical Group, we provide clients of all ages with compassionate, personalized counseling services to help them acquire the skills they need to deal with the pressures and demands of daily life. We provide holistic mental health support to help people recover from mental health problems. Everyone who walks through our doors receives the same personalized care and attention. Our counselors form lasting relationships with clients, providing a comfortable, safe environment while making them feel at ease.

The Complex Realities of Managing Long-Term Illness

Navigating prolonged low mood, persistent worry, relationship friction, or the heavy weight of past trauma can leave individuals feeling profoundly isolated, exhausted, and weighed down by guilt. Mental health challenges are not structural personal flaws or indicators of weakness; they are complex psychological conditions shaped by clear biological, environmental, and chemical variables that deserve validation and professional clinical tracking.

When emotional stressors build up without support, they can spill over into your physical well-being, causing systemic exhaustion and impacting your long-term health metrics. Rather than struggling through emotional isolation or trying to manage behavioral challenges alone, an unhurried, safe evaluation helps replace fear with clear therapeutic pathways. Our clinical team targets the specific underlying pathways of emotional distress, including:

  • Hyper-Reactive Threat Tracking: Constant chemical alertness, persistent panic cycles, or chronic low mood that impairs daily decision-making.

  • Trauma-Induced Misfires: Intrusive distressing recollections, avoidance patterns, or intense emotional numbness stemming from unaddressed past trauma.

  • Systemic Relational Strain: Deep-seated communication breakdowns, boundary friction, or family role conflicts that destabilize emotional safety.

Clinical Benefits of Integrated Outpatient Therapy

Choosing to engage in professional counseling within an integrated primary medical practice provides clear advantages over visiting isolated therapy offices. Because emotional stress directly alters your blood pressure, metabolic rates, and hormonal health, our team reviews your complete health picture:

  • Direct Collaboration Across Disciplines: If a mood disorder or chronic anxiety condition is linked to a physical illness, thyroid shift, or sleep dysfunction, our counseling staff coordinates directly with our medical directors to keep your treatment plan completely synchronized.

  • Discreet, Supportive Treatment Plans: We reject generic formulas. We partner directly with you to create a safe space where you can build practical coping strategies, process distressing patterns, and restore personal autonomy.

  • Sustaining Your Daily Routine: Our office-based outpatient structure is designed to fit your life, helping you build emotional resilience while fully maintaining your career, home life, and social commitments.

The Outpatient Counseling Process & Timeline

We ensure your therapeutic journey is transparent, empowering, and focused entirely on your peace of mind from day one:

  • The Core Emotional Discovery (Visit 1): Your process begins with an open, unhurried dialogue reviewing your background, daily habits, past treatments, and immediate goals. We approach your story with absolute empathy, validation, and zero judgment.

  • Tailored Behavioral Mapping: Your clinician helps you identify the core triggers driving your distress. Together, we outline clear individual, couples, or family therapeutic milestones, building practical toolsets designed to bring immediate relief.

  • Continuous Growth and Adaptation: Follow-up sessions are structured completely around your comfort and routine. We review your progress systematically, utilizing our secure Telemedicine Services for convenient virtual check-ins from home whenever appropriate.

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FAQs

Gold Standard Medical Group provides comprehensive mental health and emotional wellness counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Our licensed therapists and counselors are experienced in treating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, PTSD, anger management, and life transition challenges.
Counseling can benefit virtually anyone. Whether you are going through a difficult life event, struggling with persistent feelings of sadness or worry, experiencing relationship conflict, or simply feeling stuck, therapy provides a safe, supportive space to process your emotions and develop effective coping strategies.
Absolutely. All counseling sessions — whether in person or via telehealth — are completely private and protected under HIPAA regulations. What you share with your therapist stays between you and your care team.
Yes. Teletherapy is available and works just as effectively as in-person therapy for many people. Our secure video platform makes it easy to connect with your counselor from wherever you feel most comfortable.
If you find yourself consistently feeling overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or unable to cope with daily responsibilities, counseling may help. You don’t need to be in crisis to seek therapy — in fact, early intervention often leads to faster and more lasting improvement.

Don't take our word for It OUR PATIENTS SPEAK FOR US

A very safe place for my son's mental health. Top-notch doctors. And excellent care.
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kimberly dafonseca
4 months ago
We have absolutely been loving it here. Everything is handled beautifully and with phenomenal patient care. Highly recommended.
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Sal
4 months ago
My experiences at this Psychiatrist has been amazing every time I call they answer quickly and get me my appointment the same day. One of the girls I think her name is keriza is such a sweetheart and amazing at communicating with me and understanding my feelings. People like her are what makes my days so great.

100% recommend this place for anyone looking for a psychiatrist that are fast efficient and understanding.
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Victoria Hernandez
5 months ago
I had a great experience at this clinic. The front desk staff were organized and kind, and the doctor took time to explain my treatment options clearly without rushing me. Appointments were on time, the office was clean, and follow-up communication was excellent. I felt listened to and respected throughout the process. I’d definitely recommend this practice to anyone looking for attentive and professional care
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Jennifer Williams
5 months ago
I've received consistent care for over a year from Gold Standard and am thankful for the services they provide and ease of scheduling that works with my schedule. They were also able to help out a relative of mine, which I'm incredibly thankful for! Definitely give them a call if you're in need of therapy/psychiatric services. Unlike other doctors I have seen, there are no issues with scheduling appointments, even if you accidentally miss an appointment or are unable to make it.
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Carlos J. Felipe
10 months ago
Very helpful clean office. Every time I need help with paper work iré done right away. I appreciate this office and the staff
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C Cruz
10 months ago
I appreciate Ms.Dania and Yen. They are very compassionate and personable. Thank you.
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Keriza Godines
10 months ago
Providers are great, especially Ms. Dania I’ve been seeing her since my initial visit. Substitute provider was also sweet I believe her same was Sandhya!
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AJ Ong
10 months ago
Very helpful and understand psychiatrist! Sandhya is amazing and explains everything so easily
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Tamika Williams
11 months ago
My visit today was very helpful respectful the staff at the front desk "Yen" was very pleasant she took the time to go over the paperwork that I needed to sign
The only thing I would say is that when I was in the session the other staff members came in and interrupted our session so if we can figure a better solution that's the only concern I had other than that the place is clean and smell very calming 💓🙌🏾
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Nicole
11 months ago
Good wait time, great service
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Joey Colombo
11 months ago
Really the best Doctors
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