Incorporated as a borough in 1894, it was named after the Native American Tappan Tribe who first settled in the area. The borough has a population of about 6002 people and has several places and buildings on the National Register of Historic Places such as the Gerrit Haring House.

Exploring the history of your town can be interesting and fun but so is delving into your own history. In fact, you can find out some important things about yourself like whether you have any hereditary illnesses to worry about. If you have any worries or questions about your mental history or just need to talk to someone who is impartial and understands, contact one of the Old Tappan area counselors today.

Psychologist Danielle Pompey-Plummer providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Danielle Pompey-Plummer

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC,ACS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression
22 years offering treatment

I have spent the past two decades counseling and supervising clinicians who work with some of society's most vulnerable members. I possess a vast amount of experience working with children and adolescents who face various mental health, social, and behavioral challenges. I have a master’s degree in psychology and am a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey. I also obtained my certification as an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), which allows me to supervise clinical candidates for state licensure. I am currently the Clinical Supervisor for Healthy Body Healthy Mind, LLC. I previously held the role of Senior Primary Therapist for ten years in the Children’s Partial Hospital Program (PHP) at Princeton House Behavioral Health located in North Brunswick, New Jersey. Before joining Princeton House, I worked with Cranford Counseling Center, worked as a supervisor for the Children’s Mobile Response & Stabilization Unit at UMDNJ in Essex County, and served as the Program Head Clinician at Trinitas Hospital in Elizabeth, New Jersey in their Full-Day and Half Day Partial Hospital Programs. I have a passion for providing therapeutic services for children and adolescents and their families who are in need of effective solutions to mental health and behavioral challenges. My experience, combined with my passion for helping children and their families, allows me to serve my clients successfully.

Psychologist Dr. David Ford providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Dr. David Ford

Clinician
License Type(s): Ph.D.,LCMHC, LPC,NCC, ACS
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTCareer difficultiesDepression
3 years offering treatment

Hello all!!! I am a person-centered counselor who is licensed in NC, VA, and NJ. I have 10 years of counseling experience and I am also a Board Certified Counselor and an Approved Clinical Supervisor. I am a Counselor Educator and have been teaching graduate and doctoral students for seven years. My clinical orientation is integrative and includes cognitive, behavioral, humanistic, and rational/emotive approaches. My clinical experience includes working with adults dealing with addictions, HIV/AIDS, racial identity development, racial trauma, gender identity development, gender expression, issues around affectional orientation, depression/anxiety, stress management, self-esteem, and members of the LGBTQ+ and Same Gender Loving communities. I also work with career/occupational concerns. I believe in creating a brave space for my clients where they have the courage to bring their authentic selves without being silenced, marginalized, or judged. Authenticity and open communication are key to building a strong therapeutic relationship and both are a two-way street. We can challenge other, grow with each other, and work together as we travel your pathway to wellness.

Psychologist Dr. Shayne McKinsey providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Dr. Shayne McKinsey

Clinician
License Type(s): PhD,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, Anxiety
15 years offering treatment

I hold a PhD in School Psychology from Fordham University. Additionally, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. I have worked in several different capacities in both California and New Jersey. I have worked in both private and public schools as well as in private practices. I have also taught undergraduate courses at Monmouth University. The therapies I engage in include, but are not limited to: social skills training, strategies for dealing with anxiety, and the topic of divorce.

Psychologist Jacqueline Hendrickson providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Jacqueline Hendrickson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
33 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Jersey with 32 years of professional work experience. I earned a masters degree in clinical social work in 1985 and have been in continuous practice since then. My specialty is family therapy. And I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, self esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Mari DeRienzo providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Mari DeRienzo

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger management
39 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Jersey with 39 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, intimacy related issues, & parenting issues. 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!

Psychologist Kelley Prescott  providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Kelley Prescott

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Self esteemADHD
24 years offering treatment

Hello and welcome to BetterHelp! I’d like to acknowledge the important first step you have made in seeking a more fulfilling, balanced, and happier life. Finding the right therapist for yourself is the next important step; therefore, I’d like to provide you with information about myself so you can decide if my experience and style are the right fit for you. I received a Masters in Social Work degree in 1999 from Louisiana State University and I have been a licensed clinical social worker for more than 20 years. My therapy style is warm and interactive, and my approach is centered on helping individuals work through their difficulties to learn more about themselves and the way they interact with others. We can work together in whatever way is most comfortable for you. I am available via video sessions, phone, and/or text. I am mostly available in the late afternoon/evenings, but I check messages at least twice during each weekday. Deciding to engage in therapy and finding a counselor you feel a connection with can be overwhelming; but if you are ready to take that step, I would be happy to work with you at your own pace and tailor your time to your specific needs.

Psychologist Razaria Best providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Razaria Best

Clinician
License Type(s): LCMFT,CRCYCP,BC-TMH
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesCoping with life changes
15 years offering treatment

Hi, I am Razaria Best, MA, LCMFT, CRCYCP, BC-TMH. I specialize in working with people experiencing distress from General Anxiety symptoms, Dating/Relationship issues, Adulting/Adult Friendships, and College/Work-Life Balance. I have experience working with College Students, BIPOC, LGBTQ+ affirming therapist, Immigrant/First-Generation, and Monogamy/Non-Monogamy relationships. I earned my BA in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Winston-Salem State University. My MA in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Certificate in Expressive Arts Therapy from Appalachian State University. I use various therapeutic models (Solution-Focused Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to assist my clients in alleviating stressors and to enhance their lives. ** I only provide Individual Therapy on this platform. *I provide online therapy to clinically appropriate residents of Maryland (MD), North Carolina (NC), Nevada (NV), New Jersey (NJ), and District of Columbia (DC).

Psychologist Amanda Scott providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Amanda Scott

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Massachusetts and New Jersey with almost a decade of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related 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. 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.

Psychologist Jody McDonald providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Jody McDonald

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression
20 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Jersey with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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!

Psychologist Laura Lekocevic providing different types of therapy in Old Tappan

Laura Lekocevic

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
14 years offering treatment

I am licensed in New Jersey with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Old Tappan

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Mental health therapists in Old Tappan available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Old Tappan therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Old Tappan therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Old Tappan region and in the state of New Jersey.

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Therapists in Old Tappan can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Old Tappan may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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