Therapists in Jamesburg, NJ

Hi, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey and have more than 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University, specializing in Children and Families. I work with children, adolescents and adults and have experience treating individuals experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and family and life stressors. I have been working in an outpatient mental health practice for over 10 years and in the past have provided in-home therapy to children in the foster care system. My approach is person-centered and I incorporate cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques. I believe a positive therapeutic relationship is essential and strive to help my clients discover their “best possible selves.” I look forward to working with you & helping you achieve your goals!

Barry earned his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Yeshiva University, his Master of Social Work (MSW) from Touro College's Graduate School of Social Work, and specializes in the treatment of individuals with histories of anxiety, depression, trauma, and severe and persistent mental illness. He has over 7 years of experience working with adults, the elderly, and their families. He utilizes various therapeutic techniques and methods during his sessions in order to meet his clients' needs and establish a trusting and comfortable relationship. In turn, Barry aims to provide clients with a safe environment in which they feel comfortable expressing themselves and exploring obstacles that hinder quality of life, all while working towards the achievement of their short and long term goals. He has worked with adults of various ages across different settings including a mental health homeless shelter and a transitional residence for adults with mental illness. He also has experience facilitating group therapy sessions and mental health case management, both of which have proven to be beneficial to both clients and their families. Barry's experience has helped him focus on taking into account all factors that influence the well-being of his clients. Barry values supportive therapeutic partnerships, assertiveness, and open-mindedness; these form the foundation of his therapeutic style. Each therapy session or family meeting is viewed as a new opportunity to find ways to achieve and promote sustained personal growth.

Thank you for visiting my profile! I am here to help you. I have many years of counseling experience with adults and adolescents that have depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues; relationship, family, career or adjustment concerns; as well as substance abuse issues. I have military counseling experience with active duty troops and combat veterans. I have two Master’s degrees in Psychology, the first in College Teaching and the second in counseling, specializing in marriage and family therapy. I began my career as an Adjunct Professor in Psychology in the San Francisco Bay Area; after 6 years of teaching , I began to work clinically, as a community based mental health clinician, with adults with more severe , chronic symptoms, such as schizophrenia. I also worked in the community, as a licensed clinician with both adults and adolescents, with mental health and substance abuse disorders, in Outpatient, IOP and partial hospitalization treatment programs. After many years in the private sector, I decided to work for the Federal government. I was hired as a Psychologist, at Fort Sam Houston, in Texas. I worked for the Department of Defense, on base at Fort Sam Houston and Fort Bliss. As a Federal GS employee, I transferred to the Department of Veteran Affairs. I worked in their Vet Centers as a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am licensed in CT, FL, N.J., AZ, and TX. I prefer a cognitive behavioral (CBT) approach. I like to focus on cognitive and behavioral changes, in working with you to achieve your therapy goals. Thank you for your consideration. If you have any questions, please write. Tina LaPorta

I am licensed in New Jersey with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & anger management, bipolar disorder & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Therapy can be an exciting experience. You have an opportunity to go back to zero and rebuild your life on your own terms. Developing the incite needed to make the changes you want as well as the needed coping skills. Learning that you can be happy on purpose and that you are not limited by the past.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. 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.

Hi! My name is Nichola, I am licensed in New Jersey with 6 years of professional work experience. I'm a LCSW and LCADC. I have experience and extensive training assisting clients with psychotic disorders (schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder), postpartum depression, and substance use disorders. In addition, I also assist clients with stress and anxiety, PTSD, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence building techniques. I am also trained in treating first responders and active services members and retired military veterans. I believe everyone has strengths that will assist each individual client in recovery while overcoming the things that challenge them. I believe in a judgement and stigma free environment. Our session is your safe space to discuss issues you are experiencing. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes a lot of courage! I will help assist you on your journey to recovery from mental health issues, substance use, or both. I look forward to working with you! Please note, I make every attempt to respond to messages as soon as possible. However, I will respond within 24 hours. I provide evening and weekend hours (day/evening) only.

I am licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. 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, Colorado, and Minnesota with 24 years of professional work experience. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where clients are empowered to access their own inborn resources for calm, self-compassion, courage, and clarity. I help clients identify their next steps and to sort through their thoughts, feelings, and conflicts, without fear of judgment. Taking that first step towards a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

With 22 years of counseling experience, I hold licenses in Maine and New Jersey. My expertise lies in assisting individuals with stress, anxiety, relationship conflicts, trauma, abuse, and depression, as well as helping them navigate life transitions. I strive to establish a secure and welcoming space for clients to express their thoughts and emotions freely, devoid of any apprehension of criticism. Initiating a journey towards a more satisfying and joyful life requires bravery, and I am dedicated to providing the necessary support and encouragement throughout this process.