Culturally Sensitive Therapists in 07040

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Justine A Asante
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
Using culturally sensitive, trauma informed, evidence-based therapy, we can work together to help you regain control of your life, emotions, and relationships by building on coping skills to make healthier choices.
Life can sometimes be a rollercoaster of events that can impede and disrupt our life and our relationships. You feel overwhelmed, confused, or have difficulty expressing your thoughts and feelings. You wonder why your situation has taken a toll on your self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence. Are you juggling multiple responsibilities (husband/wife, parent, career, caring for older family members, etc.) and feel like you are failing at everything? The waves of life has left you hopeless, helpless and gasping for air with no shoreline in sight. Are you ready to take back your life and improve your relationships?
Using culturally sensitive, trauma informed, evidence-based therapy, we can work together to help you regain control of your life, emotions, and relationships by building on coping skills to make healthier choices.
Life can sometimes be a rollercoaster of events that can impede and disrupt our life and our relationships. You feel overwhelmed, confused, or have difficulty expressing your thoughts and feelings. You wonder why your situation has taken a toll on your self-esteem, self-worth, and confidence. Are you juggling multiple responsibilities (husband/wife, parent, career, caring for older family members, etc.) and feel like you are failing at everything? The waves of life has left you hopeless, helpless and gasping for air with no shoreline in sight. Are you ready to take back your life and improve your relationships?
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Ghalia Zelfo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, I offer a culturally sensitive, judgment-free environment.
Are you stressed, stuck, and burned out? Are past events haunting you? Stress, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and life happens. When life gets tough, a therapist is a great resource for help and support. I hope you will let me be a part of your journey and allow me to assist you in overcoming mental health obstacles.
Located in Jersey City, New Jersey, I offer a culturally sensitive, judgment-free environment.
Are you stressed, stuck, and burned out? Are past events haunting you? Stress, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and life happens. When life gets tough, a therapist is a great resource for help and support. I hope you will let me be a part of your journey and allow me to assist you in overcoming mental health obstacles.
(201) 308-0415 View (201) 308-0415
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Christine Sirianni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
Life is hard. It is also vibrant, amazing, funny and unpredictable. Is it any wonder we all need help navigating sometimes? You don’t have to do this alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families and teens handle life’s transitions and challenges. Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, like you’re out of step with your peers, children or partner- I can help.
Life is hard. It is also vibrant, amazing, funny and unpredictable. Is it any wonder we all need help navigating sometimes? You don’t have to do this alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, families and teens handle life’s transitions and challenges. Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, like you’re out of step with your peers, children or partner- I can help.
(908) 808-4919 View (908) 808-4919
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Christine Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
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Karen Herrera - Braverman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DTR
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Stress has become a daily part of life and unexpected life events happen. Rarely are we taught how to manage our stress. You may be struggling with a marital or relationship issue, a loss, anxiety or a life change. I am a very experienced therapist and a deeply compassionate person..... with a lot of life experience. Together we will figure out what you are going to need to heal. I will be with you ever step of the way. I take my work very seriously and am committed to helping you.
Stress has become a daily part of life and unexpected life events happen. Rarely are we taught how to manage our stress. You may be struggling with a marital or relationship issue, a loss, anxiety or a life change. I am a very experienced therapist and a deeply compassionate person..... with a lot of life experience. Together we will figure out what you are going to need to heal. I will be with you ever step of the way. I take my work very seriously and am committed to helping you.
(973) 671-8241 View (973) 671-8241
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Dr. Paula S Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
I am the co-founder of Evolution Mind, a mental health agency that provides evidence based service to individuals in order for them to reach a heightened level of peace, happiness and self-actualization. I am a certified School-Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of direct clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have extensive experience conducting evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of suspected victims of child abuse and neglect.
I am the co-founder of Evolution Mind, a mental health agency that provides evidence based service to individuals in order for them to reach a heightened level of peace, happiness and self-actualization. I am a certified School-Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of direct clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have extensive experience conducting evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of suspected victims of child abuse and neglect.
(973) 358-7813 View (973) 358-7813
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Aiyana Brotherson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
Families, and the relationships that hold them together, are a part of all of us. Regardless of their beginning or circumstance, they shape us in a multitude of ways. Oftentimes, they can be the source of the happiest and most painful moments in our lives. And, learning how to navigate your way through those relationships, as they change and grow throughout your life, can be hard at times and can make you feel "stuck". That's where I come in.
Families, and the relationships that hold them together, are a part of all of us. Regardless of their beginning or circumstance, they shape us in a multitude of ways. Oftentimes, they can be the source of the happiest and most painful moments in our lives. And, learning how to navigate your way through those relationships, as they change and grow throughout your life, can be hard at times and can make you feel "stuck". That's where I come in.
(646) 787-0507 View (646) 787-0507
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Roots at Crossroads Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
Have you been sad, experiencing crying spells, or difficulties managing your emotions? Have your worries been ongoing or distressing? Is setting boundaries or limits a challenge? Getting help is not easy and you've made the first step! Individual and group are available to support your personal growth and healing.
Have you been sad, experiencing crying spells, or difficulties managing your emotions? Have your worries been ongoing or distressing? Is setting boundaries or limits a challenge? Getting help is not easy and you've made the first step! Individual and group are available to support your personal growth and healing.
(973) 310-5292 View (973) 310-5292
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Eliza Posner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
Eliza Posner is well-versed in supporting individuals and families in coping with mental illness, trauma, and psychosocial stressors. Eliza’s goal is to empower clients to resolve conflicts, change negative patterns, and set attainable goals. She takes a holistic, integrative, and client-centered approach. Eliza is a Postpartum Support International Birth Trauma Support Group Leader and training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy.
Eliza Posner is well-versed in supporting individuals and families in coping with mental illness, trauma, and psychosocial stressors. Eliza’s goal is to empower clients to resolve conflicts, change negative patterns, and set attainable goals. She takes a holistic, integrative, and client-centered approach. Eliza is a Postpartum Support International Birth Trauma Support Group Leader and training at the Ackerman Institute for Family Therapy.
(908) 460-1512 View (908) 460-1512
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Amelia Kaplan Romanowsky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
I am a warm and experienced clinical psychologist who specializes in adult and couples therapy. I help you feel more understood and supported in your relationships. I have extensive training in working with emotions, as well as understanding behavior and how to make positive changes in your life. There are always good reasons why you do what you do. We collaborate to understand what is getting in your way so you can achieve your goals. I can help you have better relationships.
I am a warm and experienced clinical psychologist who specializes in adult and couples therapy. I help you feel more understood and supported in your relationships. I have extensive training in working with emotions, as well as understanding behavior and how to make positive changes in your life. There are always good reasons why you do what you do. We collaborate to understand what is getting in your way so you can achieve your goals. I can help you have better relationships.
(732) 800-4669 View (732) 800-4669
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Maplewood Counseling Debra Feinberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Need marriage or couples therapy to help you cope with some challenges in your relationship or family? Or do you need help with anxiety, depression or grief? I am a down-to-earth, compassionate therapist with over 25 years of experience. I provide marriage counseling, couples therapy, premarital counseling and relationship therapy. I help with communication problems, infidelity, family conflict, and decisions to stay or separate. I also help individuals with anxiety, depression and other personal concerns. I'm open, accepting, easy to connect with and experienced. Need help to get through a difficult time? Get in touch.
Need marriage or couples therapy to help you cope with some challenges in your relationship or family? Or do you need help with anxiety, depression or grief? I am a down-to-earth, compassionate therapist with over 25 years of experience. I provide marriage counseling, couples therapy, premarital counseling and relationship therapy. I help with communication problems, infidelity, family conflict, and decisions to stay or separate. I also help individuals with anxiety, depression and other personal concerns. I'm open, accepting, easy to connect with and experienced. Need help to get through a difficult time? Get in touch.
(973) 793-1000 View (973) 793-1000
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Jessica Fevrier
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
Available 9am-5pm. You’ve been feeling overworked, disconnected, and unrecognizable to your core self. You feel tied down by negative thoughts, and overwhelmed with life’s constant transitions. You are ready to break free of old patterns, and in search for understanding, healing, and growth. Together we can process emotional and behavioral burdens, and develop skills to manage the changes that are happening to, and around you.
Available 9am-5pm. You’ve been feeling overworked, disconnected, and unrecognizable to your core self. You feel tied down by negative thoughts, and overwhelmed with life’s constant transitions. You are ready to break free of old patterns, and in search for understanding, healing, and growth. Together we can process emotional and behavioral burdens, and develop skills to manage the changes that are happening to, and around you.
(908) 728-6538 View (908) 728-6538
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Saby Cevallos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040  (Online Only)
My goal is always to bring Truth into your life so that the Truth can bring about your Freedom. I look to meet you where you are and walk along side you until you arrive where you want to be. I seek to help you to be whole, in mind, body and soul.
My goal is always to bring Truth into your life so that the Truth can bring about your Freedom. I look to meet you where you are and walk along side you until you arrive where you want to be. I seek to help you to be whole, in mind, body and soul.
(848) 253-6951 View (848) 253-6951
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Caren Chopak Olaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Life is gonna keep on lifin’ but you don’t have to let it stop you from living your best life! In my work I focus primarily on the therapeutic relationship, investing time and energy into getting to really KNOW each individual I work with uniquely, while seeing you as someone deserving of dignity, respect and compassion, with unlimited potential. If you’re struggling with relationships, a parent finding the demands of child rearing challenging, or a child, adolescent or young adult navigating school, social & family issues, I’d like to help.
Life is gonna keep on lifin’ but you don’t have to let it stop you from living your best life! In my work I focus primarily on the therapeutic relationship, investing time and energy into getting to really KNOW each individual I work with uniquely, while seeing you as someone deserving of dignity, respect and compassion, with unlimited potential. If you’re struggling with relationships, a parent finding the demands of child rearing challenging, or a child, adolescent or young adult navigating school, social & family issues, I’d like to help.
(908) 923-3297 View (908) 923-3297
Jennifer A Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I believe in the innate power of every individual to heal. No matter how much of an 'uphill battle' the healing process may at first seem to you, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples improve their lives - both inside and out. In my therapy practice, I offer a non-judgmental, safe space where you can open up to the solutions that are very likely already inside you. In the therapy process, we can collaborate to identify your goals and build insight into your inner workings.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I believe in the innate power of every individual to heal. No matter how much of an 'uphill battle' the healing process may at first seem to you, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples improve their lives - both inside and out. In my therapy practice, I offer a non-judgmental, safe space where you can open up to the solutions that are very likely already inside you. In the therapy process, we can collaborate to identify your goals and build insight into your inner workings.
(917) 725-2056 View (917) 725-2056
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Alia Luqman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to mental health. Psychotherapy and building a trusting and non-judgmental relationship with my patients is my priority. I believe that each person I work with is capable of experiencing happiness, self love and peace. I am highly skilled in helping patients with depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse and parenting issues. I have specialized in working with the LGBT Community through mental health and young adult community programs for the last 17 years.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker committed to mental health. Psychotherapy and building a trusting and non-judgmental relationship with my patients is my priority. I believe that each person I work with is capable of experiencing happiness, self love and peace. I am highly skilled in helping patients with depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse and parenting issues. I have specialized in working with the LGBT Community through mental health and young adult community programs for the last 17 years.
(908) 495-7532 View (908) 495-7532
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Joshua Bobrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMSW, MAEd, CYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find that your level of fulfillment is impacted by the past's effect on your present and also your dissatisfaction with your current patterns? We will work together to improve your day-to-day, developing coping skills for relief while looking at the long-term roots of patterns you want to dislodge. It will be hard work, but worth the effort. And I will be a nonjudgmental, interactive, and empathetic partner along the way. I weave together different therapeutic techniques, including CBT and IFS, to support growth.
Do you find that your level of fulfillment is impacted by the past's effect on your present and also your dissatisfaction with your current patterns? We will work together to improve your day-to-day, developing coping skills for relief while looking at the long-term roots of patterns you want to dislodge. It will be hard work, but worth the effort. And I will be a nonjudgmental, interactive, and empathetic partner along the way. I weave together different therapeutic techniques, including CBT and IFS, to support growth.
(908) 224-5307 View (908) 224-5307
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Maplewood Counseling Robert Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Need couples counseling? Need help with a personal challenge? I provide therapy to couples and individuals dealing with a wide range of issues. Many couples I meet with are looking for helping improving the way they communicate and resolve conflict (including better ways to express anger). Others might need help with infidelity, parenting or family conflict. Some couples also need help deciding if they should stay together. I also work with many individuals trying to get to a better place. I help them with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles. I have also worked with people struggling with addiction.
Need couples counseling? Need help with a personal challenge? I provide therapy to couples and individuals dealing with a wide range of issues. Many couples I meet with are looking for helping improving the way they communicate and resolve conflict (including better ways to express anger). Others might need help with infidelity, parenting or family conflict. Some couples also need help deciding if they should stay together. I also work with many individuals trying to get to a better place. I help them with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship struggles. I have also worked with people struggling with addiction.
(908) 774-2596 View (908) 774-2596
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Rachel G. Couillard
Art Therapist, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Are you striving to live an authentic life? Trying to figure out who you are in the world? Doing the work of self-development is all about honoring one's true self. Discovering what lights you up when it comes to your interests, identity, and relationships. Maybe you need help figuring out what your next steps are and you're tired of not knowing the best way to move forward.
Are you striving to live an authentic life? Trying to figure out who you are in the world? Doing the work of self-development is all about honoring one's true self. Discovering what lights you up when it comes to your interests, identity, and relationships. Maybe you need help figuring out what your next steps are and you're tired of not knowing the best way to move forward.
(862) 766-6551 View (862) 766-6551
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.