Our Mantra is “No Judgment”
Body Positive Works – Holistic Wellness Center is the marriage of Eastern & Western wellness practices in one magical place. All bodies are welcome!
We can give you expert guidance on the most suitable services for you. Call 201-708-8448 or request a wellness call back to find out more.
About Our Wellness Center
Our History
We began with a simple idea: to create a community-focused space where people can have easy access to a multitude of practitioners, programs, and services to support an integrated wellness experience
About Us
A unique community space of like-minded practitioners that provides educational, holistic, integrative, and therapeutic support to help individuals connect with and accept their true, authentic selves.
Our Mission
To generate an integrative wellness community that helps people of every age, race, culture, religion, physical ability, and gender identity develop a kinder relationship with their unique selves, celebrate their inner qualities, and learn to be wonderstruck.
Wellness Center for Holistic Health
Holistic Health Services in New Jersey
At Body Positive Works, we offer a range of services to help with various challenges:
Addiction: Our counselors provide support and strategies for recovery, helping you understand and overcome addiction.
Anxiety: We offer techniques like meditation, yoga, and therapy to help manage and reduce anxiety.
Depression: Our therapists work with you through counseling and holistic approaches to lift your mood and improve well-being.
Eating Disorders: Nutritionists and dietitians offer personalized advice and therapy to address eating disorders in a supportive environment.
Grief: We provide compassionate counseling to help you navigate through your grief.
Body Image: Our services focus on building a positive body image through self-acceptance and empowerment.
Trauma: Specialized therapy sessions, including art and equine therapy, are available for healing and coping with trauma.
Each service is tailored to your individual needs, ensuring a supportive journey towards recovery and wellness.
Holistic Health and Wellness Services
Psychotherapy
At Body Positive Works, our holistic psychotherapy services offer a compassionate and comprehensive approach to mental and emotional wellness. Whether you’re grappling with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, or seeking support for life transitions, our skilled psychotherapists are here to guide you.
Our practice encompasses individual, family, and group therapy, addressing a wide range of concerns including body image, addiction, and grief.
We embrace a holistic approach, treating the whole person – body, mind, and spirit, with various modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based cognitive therapy. Located in Saddle River, Bergen County, NJ, we provide a supportive community environment to aid in recovery, growth, and long-term wellness.
Yoga
Our yoga studio offers a sanctuary for both physical and mental well-being. Our private yoga sessions and events cater to individuals seeking to invigorate their bodies, balance their energy, or gain mental clarity. The holistic nature of our practice addresses not just the physical but also the energetic, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the self.
Our experienced practitioners, like Amanda Dhi and Sydney Struble, provide tailored yoga experiences, emphasizing adaptability and personal growth. Regular yoga practice at our studio can enhance flexibility, strength, and circulation, while also reducing stress, boosting mood, and fostering an overall sense of balance and awareness.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced yogi, our welcoming studio in New Jersey is committed to nurturing every aspect of your journey towards holistic health.
Nutrition & Dietitians
Body Positive Works nutrition services and dietitians embrace a health-centered and weight-neutral approach. If you’re dealing with emotional eating, overeating, or struggling with a negative body image, our team is here to support you.
Our integrative approach fosters self-love and acceptance, helping you develop a balanced relationship with food and your body. Through individual private consultations and group support, our experienced dietitians and nutritionists address the psychological aspects behind your relationship with food, offering personalized programs and supportive education.
We also provide specialized support groups for disordered eating, emotional eating, and parents of children with eating disorders, creating a nurturing environment for recovery and well-being.
Equine Assisted Therapy
At Body Positive Works, Bergen County, our equine-assisted therapy offers a unique approach to healing and personal growth. This therapy, a collaborative effort between a licensed therapist and a horse professional, provides a special, non-judgmental space for self-discovery.
By working with horses, clients gain personal insights and experience real-time feedback, learning about themselves in ways not possible in traditional therapy settings. Horses, with their sensitivity to human emotions, mirror and respond to our feelings and body language, offering honest and immediate reflections. This form of therapy, beneficial for individuals, families, and groups, addresses a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, and trauma, fostering emotional growth, stress reduction, and increased self-awareness.
Meditation
Embark on a journey to tranquility with Body Positive Works’ meditation services in New Jersey. Our skilled instructors, like Amanda Dhi and Mark Van Buren, guide you through techniques to calm the mind and cultivate inner peace. Experience the soothing power of sound healing meditation, where Himalayan singing bowls work to release tension and restore energy balance.
Our classes offer a refuge from daily stress, teaching you to embrace the present moment with mindfulness. Regular practice can yield profound benefits, from easing anxiety to enhancing overall well-being. Join us in our serene Saddle River haven and let meditation enrich your life.
Acupuncture
At Body Positive Works, we are dedicated to offering you a holistic pathway to wellness through the time-honored practice of acupuncture. Our licensed acupuncturists harness this ancient technique to not only alleviate pain but also to restore balance to your body’s vital energies. Tailored to meet your individual health needs, our acupuncture treatments are designed to unlock your body’s natural healing abilities and encourage a state of deep relaxation and rejuvenation.
Embrace the benefits of acupuncture in the serenity of our New Jersey wellness center. Whether you’re seeking relief from chronic conditions or simply wish to maintain a sense of balanced well-being, our practitioners are committed to providing you with the highest standard of care. Experience a unique blend of care, where tradition meets modern understanding, and every session is a step closer to harmonious health. Join us at Body Positive Works and let acupuncture be your guide to a healthier, more vibrant you.
Reiki
Reiki in NJ at Body Positive Works is a safe, non-invasive practice that promotes relaxation and healing on all levels – emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual.
This gentle, light-touch treatment is effective in aiding addiction recovery, reducing anxiety, depression, and stress, and calming the mind. It can also alleviate pain, lessen side effects from medical treatments, and help balance the immune system.
Each 60-minute session is tailored to individual needs, offering a unique experience of calm and restoration. Reiki’s benefits extend to enhancing meditation abilities, supporting grief processing, and aiding caregivers in managing stress.
Art Therapy
Art Therapy in New Jersey at Body Positive Works offers a powerful means of self-expression and emotional exploration. This therapy combines art media and creative processes within a therapeutic relationship, allowing individuals to explore feelings, reconcile emotional conflicts, foster self-awareness, and boost self-esteem. It’s an effective tool for reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, aiding in trauma processing, and exploring negative behavior patterns.
Our art therapist, Lindsay Lederman, brings a wealth of experience, using a variety of therapeutic techniques to support mental and emotional wellbeing. Sessions can be spontaneous or structured, focusing on individual needs and goals. Art therapy is beneficial for all, regardless of artistic skill, and offers a creative approach to life’s challenges, lowering stress hormone levels and increasing serotonin.
This practice complements traditional therapies like CBT and DBT, aiding those with trauma, mental illness, eating disorders, and substance abuse issues. It’s a unique way to connect with your creativity, enhancing life engagement and providing coping skills for issues like anger, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma.
Havening Techniques
Havening Techniques® at Body Positive Works, New Jersey, offer a transformative healing experience. These neuroscience-based methods use touch and positive thoughts to rapidly change the brain, addressing issues like stress, anxiety, and trauma.
Led by experienced practitioner Hilary Russo, Havening incorporates modern understanding of neuroplasticity and the brain’s processing of emotional memories. It induces delta waves for relaxation and releases ‘feel-good’ neurochemicals, enhancing well-being.
While beneficial for self-soothing, guidance from a certified practitioner is recommended for deeper traumas. Havening is a powerful tool for emotional resilience, suitable for various issues from phobias to sleep problems, and even as a learning tool for children.
Ayurveda
Discover the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda in New Jersey, a time-honored system of self-care and healing. Our Ayurvedic sessions, led by skilled practitioner Sheryl Edsall, focus on aligning your unique constitution to restore balance in body, mind, and spirit.
Ayurveda excels in identifying and treating imbalances, enhancing your overall well-being. Sheryl’s extensive expertise in Ayurveda, combined with her passion for teaching and healthy eating, offers a comprehensive approach to wellness.
Experience the benefits of individualized consultations and seasonal cooking workshops, learning to use food as medicine. Ayurveda’s holistic approach restores balance, revitalizes energy, and enhances stress management, addressing conditions like anxiety, depression, and more.
Emotional freedom Techniques
Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) at Body Positive Works, New Jersey, offer a unique therapeutic experience. EFT, also known as “tapping,” combines modern cognitive and exposure therapy elements with acupressure, effectively managing emotions and thoughts.
It’s a quick tool for calming the nervous system and shifting the fight-or-flight response, making it effective in reducing stress and processing trauma gently.
Our practitioner, Sarah Louise Lilley, specializes in helping clients move from feeling overwhelmed to a state of ease and confidence. EFT sessions at Body Positive Works are customized to individual needs, addressing various issues from grief and phobias to negative body image and eating disorders. The practice promotes a positive change in perspective, empowering you to live fully in the present moment.
Pilates
Experience the transformative power of Stott Pilates® at Body Positive Works in Bergen County, NJ. Our modern approach to Pilates, led by certified instructor Joy Mino, emphasizes strengthening the core, enhancing flexibility, and improving posture.
Suitable for all ages and fitness levels, our private sessions in a fully equipped studio cater to individual needs, aiding in rehabilitation, managing osteoporosis, and enhancing overall body awareness. Whether you’re a beginner or seeking post-rehabilitation, our sessions, designed with a focus on form and alignment, offer a personalized approach to improve your physical and mental well-being.
Holistic Healing and Therapy Services
Eating Disorders
At Body Positive Works, we offer comprehensive treatment for eating disorders, blending evidence-based therapies with holistic approaches. Our skilled practitioners delve into the root causes of the disorder, examining the influence of personal history and societal pressures. We focus on understanding the disorder’s impact on self-identity and behavior, using a range of modalities for effective recovery.
Body Image
Our Holistic Wellness Center specializes in addressing body image concerns. Through therapy and holistic practices, we guide individuals to reconcile their physical self-perception with internal worth. Our team assists in developing a healthier, more accepting relationship between body and self, fostering positive body image and self-esteem.
Addiction
Our approach to addiction recovery encompasses understanding the underlying pain driving substance abuse. Our drug and alcohol counselors offer support in abstinence and recovery, providing insights into the influence of personal history, perceptions, and belief systems on addictive behaviors.
Trauma
Body Positive Works adopts a trauma-informed approach to healing, prioritizing compassionate care that acknowledges the whole person. Our methods consider past and present experiences, offering multidisciplinary support for deep emotional and psychological healing.
Grief and Loss
We provide extensive support for individuals navigating grief and loss. Our individual, family, and community-based programs at Body Positive Works Wellness Center help clients through all stages of grief, offering compassionate guidance and therapeutic interventions.
LGBTQIA+
Our wellness center is an affirming space for LGBTQIA+ individuals. Our practitioners, who are either part of the LGBTQIA+ community or are well-educated in related issues, offer a supportive and authentic environment for all.
Anxiety
We take an integrative approach to anxiety management, combining traditional and holistic practices. Our wellness center focuses on understanding anxiety’s root causes and offers strategies for reducing and managing it in various life aspects.
Depression
Our multidisciplinary team at Body Positive Works addresses depression with a holistic approach, focusing on healing both the body and mind. We integrate various therapeutic modalities to support individuals in their journey toward emotional and mental well-being.
Body Positive Works Wellness Center Reviews
A Truly Transformative Experience
“You’ll find no better place in this part of the state for assistance with your personal development work.
The environment is perfect for those seeking a sanctuary to unravel themselves and transform into a more expansive version of who they are.
Always remember that we are only limited by our own imagination. Just about anything and everything is possible. We are all here just simply walking each other home. Let that home start to reveal itself at Body Positive Works.”
The yoga classes are creative, diverse, and fun. Each features something special and different and all are taught by experienced, creative, and motivating teachers. Body Positive Works emphasizes the beauty in all of us and not just what’s outside.
Their mission is to make everyone feel good – and it works! Taking classes there is truly a transformative experience.”
Jerry Hocek
Publisher, Natural Awakening magazine of Northern New Jersey.
Such Powerful Role Models
“BoPoWorks is a very special place that has helped me enormously through a difficult healing process this past year.
Thank you for all you do, and all the ways you are helping others!
Yoga at BoPoWorks is not just about taking classes but developing a mindful practice… that helps me be proactive about my chronic pain condition… helps guide me on my journey with my Higher Power… helps me stand in my own truth.
I feel completely safe and supported through the nurturing of your teachers.
They encourage me to choose beautiful options that feel right for my body.
They are such powerful role models and help me develop my self-confidence and own my own power! I am so grateful! Namaste.”
Pamela W.
Body Positive Works Cares About its Students
“I love Body Positive Works! I feel so lucky to have found my favorite studio ever, so close by.
The teachers and staff are welcoming, skilled, kind, accommodating, and truly always looking for ways to help students gain more confidence, comfort, and clarity on their yoga mats.
Body Positive Works cares about its students and this energy is palpable. I’m a huge fan.”
Jamie K.
Non-judgmental, Supportive, and Collaborative
“I absolutely loved the energy from the moment I walked through the door. The studio is in a beautifully renovated church building and the owner has created such a welcoming center to promote and celebrate every person’s unique healthy body and mind.
I love that one roof houses so many modalities: reiki, massage, counseling, nutrition, yoga, and even artistic work.
After signing up for the summer promotion for teachers, I have been attending yoga classes – paced perfectly. I didn’t experience “monkey brain” as I have in the past because they were stimulating, varied, and in tune with my needs.
The philosophy at Body Positive Works is clear – non-judgmental, supportive, and collaborative.
I am always searching for this type of place in my travels, but was happily surprised to find it right here in my own backyard! I love that two local women have created a community space with such potential and positive energy.”
Tina L.
A Healing Oasis of Joy and Light
“A healing oasis of joy and light. The staff, instructors, and health professionals are top-notch, kind, and caring. I highly recommend this place.”
The yoga classes are creative, diverse, and fun. Each features something special and different and all are taught by experienced, creative, and motivating teachers.
Body Positive Works emphasizes the beauty in all of us and not just what’s outside. Their mission is to make everyone feel good – and it works! Taking classes there is truly a transformative experience.”
Dr. Victoria Dubin Master
Professional Opportunities
Are you a professional working within our areas of expertise or practice? If so, please reach out to 201-708-8448 to discuss joining the BoPo team.
Do you teach classes, such as yoga, meditation, tai chi, or qigong, and are looking for a home for your offering? If so, please reach out to discuss our yoga share program.
