Meet Our Clinical Team in Florham Park, NJ
Michael C. Zarabi, Psy.D.
FOUNDER
BIO
Dr. Michael C. Zarabi, the founder of The ZPH Group, is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist in New Jersey and New York, treating adolescents, adults, and families. He received his doctorate from the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers University.
Dr. Zarabi’s practice focuses primarily on anxiety and depression, with a specialty in chronic illness and pain. This niche arose from his research in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Morristown Medical Center. Living with a chronic illness himself, Dr. Zarabi truly understands the mind / body connection and strives to help others manage the emotional struggle that often accompanies these debilitating conditions.
Beyond these areas, Dr. Zarabi provides psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery and works with individuals who also struggle with issues such as ADHD, anger management, and relationships. Furthermore, with his extensive background in the school system, Dr. Zarabi offers assistance regarding IEP and 504 accommodations.
Effectively managing one’s own mental health can be overwhelming and difficult, as such, Dr. Zarabi prefers utilizing evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These treatment modalities have a proven record of helping people lead a more productive and well adjusted life.
Aside from his private practice, Dr. Zarabi is a psychologist for the Department of Bariatric Medicine at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, NJ. He is also on staff at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, NJ. He has presented at venues throughout New Jersey, including organizations such as The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.
Email: mzarabi@zphgroup.com
Clinicians
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a certified Student Assistance Counselor with over twenty years of counseling experience. She provides individual and group therapy for adolescents, young adults, and adults. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, she meets clients where they are and supports them in identifying their needs, clarifying their goals, and working toward meaningful change. Her focus is on helping clients cultivate balance, resilience, and joy in their lives. Known for her warm, engaging, and authentic style, she fosters a safe and trusting environment that allows clients to build strong therapeutic relationships and feel truly understood. Amy employs an integrative humanistic approach, combining elements of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients gain strategies and skills. Amy specializes in supporting clients with anxiety, life transitions, LGBTQ+ support, substance misuse, interpersonal relationships, family dynamics, and grief. In addition to therapy, Amy conducts workshops training educators, parents, and students in the areas of Mental Health and Substance Misuse. Her workshops include: Not My Mama’s Weed, Hope Through Harm Reduction, Caterpillar Days & Butterfly Moments: Finding Light in the Dark, Parenting Power Hour, Teen Trends, and What If It Is My Kid: Building Resiliency and Finding Support. Amy received her master's degree from Kean University and the distinct honor of receiving the Women of Excellence Award from the Union County Commission of the Status of Women for her work in counseling and drug and alcohol treatment and prevention. Email: aherber@zphgroup.com BIO
BIO
Marni is a certified school psychologist and licensed professional counselor with over twenty years of counseling experience. She enjoys collaborating with clients and their families to set and achieve goals, while also providing guidance on implementing learned skills in various aspects of their lives. Grounded in evidence-based approaches, Marni integrates person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and play therapy techniques into her practice. Her holistic approach also incorporates mindfulness, empowering clients to cultivate self-awareness and resilience.
Specializing in working with children, teens, and young adults, Marni recognizes the significance of early intervention and support in shaping healthy futures. She addresses a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, grief, inattention, and interpersonal relationships.
Marni received her degrees in school psychology and counseling from New Jersey City University and Montclair State University, respectively.
Email: mmendez@zphgroup.com
BIO
Dr. Sarah Stefanakis is a licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist with advanced training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and neuropsychological assessment. She brings extensive experience and expertise working within school settings, where she emphasizes collaboration with educators and outside providers to ensure a comprehensive and coordinated approach to treatment.
Dr. Stefanakis is dedicated to developing practical, evidence-based interventions that are effective across school, home, and community environments—recognizing that continuity is essential for meaningful progress. She builds strong therapeutic relationships by drawing on each client’s strengths and interests, and while her foundation is in CBT, she takes an eclectic, individualized approach to treatment based on each client’s unique needs. Her clinical focus includes helping children and adolescents manage anxiety, depression, executive functioning difficulties, self-regulation impairments, social concerns, and behavioral challenges.
In addition to therapy, Dr. Stefanakis conducts comprehensive evaluations to assess cognitive, executive, academic, social/emotional, and behavioral functioning. She has specialized training in neuropsychological testing and completed her pre-doctoral internship at the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in West Orange, followed by a fellowship in neuropsychology in a private practice setting.
Above all, Dr. Stefanakis is committed to building strong, trusting relationships with her clients. She believes that a positive therapeutic alliance is the foundation for successful treatment—especially when working with children—and understands that motivation and connection are key drivers of progress.
Email: Sstefanakis@zphgroup.com