Therapists in New Jersey

Are you looking for an experienced substance abuse professional (LCADC, SAP), a certified clinical supervisor (CCS), or a clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of civilian/military experience in behavioral health? Then you have come to the right place. I am here to assist you in your quest for a higher quality of life. I will collaborate with you to identify, manage, and reduce the anxiety, anger, and depression that you may have. Together, we will define, clarify, and utilize the many beneficial resources within you that will unleash your productive self. My approach is that you and I will not "try" to achieve the results that you are looking for. Instead, you and I "will" endeavor to attain positive results.

I am licensed as a professional counselor in New Jersey with experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including depression, anxiety, social anxiety, panic disorder, mood disorders, relationship issues, parenting problems, and ADHD. My therapy style is opening and meeting the client where they are in their stage of change and needs. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you on your journey. I look forward to working with you!

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me and my qualifications. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I graduated from Georgian Court University with a BSW and Fordham University with a MSW with a clinical concentration working with adults and families. I have over 10 years of experience working in the field of mental health and addiction in both individual and group settings. I have experience working with most mental health diagnosis, substance use and co-occurring disorders.

My name is Nelly Leenman and I am licensed professional counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey with 5 years of professional work experience. I am a compassionate clinician with global experience in a wide variety of healthcare settings. I am an insightful and intuitive communicator with the natural ability to connect with clients and create a welcoming treatment environment. Therapy is not a one size fits all and therefore I use a variety of techniques including person centered, motivational interviewing, CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, grief and loss, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I am passionate to guide individuals through recovery from narcissistic abuse, I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, life changes, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also help families managing children's developmental issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. You are most likely wondering what type of therapy approach I use. My therapeutic approach is eclectic which simply means that I may use a combination of therapy approaches, based on your individual needs. For example, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches might be intertwined. I also find that a person-centered approach is very helpful. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the states of Florida, New Jersey, District of Columbia and Utah. The clients I work with are full of diversity and have a variety of issues in their day to day lives. Together, we overcome relational turmoil, depression, anxiety and low self-esteem. I love helping my clients heal through trauma, pain and/or negative thoughts - that’s why I named my practice Meraki Therapy. The word Meraki means to place creativity, soul and passion in what you do - I believe that is the beauty of what we do in therapy. The first couple sessions, you can expect us to dive into the root of what is getting in the way of your happiness. I take pride in being non-judgmental and easy to talk to this way you can feel comfortable in sharing your story. My therapeutic approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) which means you can expect to complete homework assignments focusing on your inner-self. At the moment, I am available for telehealth sessions including phone and live chats. I am very flexible in my responses and get back to you within 24 hours. It's important keep transparent communication with each other in order to build a strong therapeutic alliance.

I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with 4 years of professional work experience as a Mental Health Counselor. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & a range of other life barriers. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with 13 years of professional work experience. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, couples counseling, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

It's great that you've taken a major step forward and have decided to seek professional, compassionate and caring counsel. Sometimes, we need someone that actively listens with an unbiased ear. It's important to be and feel heard. I am licensed in New Jersey and in Illinois, with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have a broad base of experience in working with various age groups ranging from age 10 through 80. I have a propensity towards helping teenagers, young adults, women, those experiencing issues with depression, anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, abuse, neglect, abandonment, resentment, spirituality, religion ,lgbtq and family issues.The modalities most frequently used in our therapeutic relationship, will be Person Centered Therapy, Solution focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Life can throw many hard punches, but with the right tools and learning how to reframe your thoughts, you can re-learn how to process life's issues, re-write your life script and navigate your life in a more practical manner, becoming your better self. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. You can do this.