Attachment-based Therapists in Hunterdon County, NJ
Shayne Gentile
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lambertville, NJ 08530 (Online Only)
Is lived experience important to you? Me too! As a neurodivergent, transgender therapist with advanced training supporting marginalized & oppressed folks, specifically LGBTQIA+ adults, teens & their loved ones, I listen first & speak second. As human beings, we need connection to develop, cope & thrive but sometimes our world can make it hard. Through an integrative approach tailored to your needs, I work from an attachment-based starting point where judgment has no place which allows us to build trust and space for you to develop healthy autonomy in therapy and life. Whatever the reason you came upon my profile, I welcome you!
Is lived experience important to you? Me too! As a neurodivergent, transgender therapist with advanced training supporting marginalized & oppressed folks, specifically LGBTQIA+ adults, teens & their loved ones, I listen first & speak second. As human beings, we need connection to develop, cope & thrive but sometimes our world can make it hard. Through an integrative approach tailored to your needs, I work from an attachment-based starting point where judgment has no place which allows us to build trust and space for you to develop healthy autonomy in therapy and life. Whatever the reason you came upon my profile, I welcome you!
Stephani Faust
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Readington, NJ 08870 (Online Only)
I provide authentic and compassionate support as I help my clients through the current challenges they may be facing. I offer trauma informed, client- centered treatment using a variety of frameworks including ARC, Trauma- Focused CBT, and techniques from attachment based psychotherapy to treat various mental health struggles including trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss just to name a few.
I provide authentic and compassionate support as I help my clients through the current challenges they may be facing. I offer trauma informed, client- centered treatment using a variety of frameworks including ARC, Trauma- Focused CBT, and techniques from attachment based psychotherapy to treat various mental health struggles including trauma, depression, anxiety, and grief and loss just to name a few.
Elise Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, CCATP, CSTIP, CAGCS
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Glen Gardner, NJ 08826 (Online Only)
Do you wish life would slow down so you can take a breath? Stuff has been piling up and now your relationships are strained, your social life isn't what you want, and you don’t even really know who you are. However things got to this point, you know you want life to be different and don't want to wait anymore. Many of my clients are hesitant to start therapy or have had trouble connecting with other therapists. I get it! Let's be real, vulnerability is scary as hell. Together we’ll discover or reconnect with your truest self, cultivate healthy habits, identify unhelpful patterns & gain tools to go through the changes of life.
Do you wish life would slow down so you can take a breath? Stuff has been piling up and now your relationships are strained, your social life isn't what you want, and you don’t even really know who you are. However things got to this point, you know you want life to be different and don't want to wait anymore. Many of my clients are hesitant to start therapy or have had trouble connecting with other therapists. I get it! Let's be real, vulnerability is scary as hell. Together we’ll discover or reconnect with your truest self, cultivate healthy habits, identify unhelpful patterns & gain tools to go through the changes of life.
We often move through life carrying wounds that prevent us from living life fully. I value providing you with a safe, judgment free zone, where you can embark on a personal journey to deeply explore and heal from the issues that have fueled your life struggles. I take special interest in treating trauma stemming from either childhood or adulthood as well as relationship difficulties including attachment patterns and relationship compatibility. I am also well versed in a wide array of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, sleep, and body image issues.
We often move through life carrying wounds that prevent us from living life fully. I value providing you with a safe, judgment free zone, where you can embark on a personal journey to deeply explore and heal from the issues that have fueled your life struggles. I take special interest in treating trauma stemming from either childhood or adulthood as well as relationship difficulties including attachment patterns and relationship compatibility. I am also well versed in a wide array of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, sleep, and body image issues.
I work with clients who see that their Christian beliefs are a big part of who they are, and are looking for someone who understands and respects that. I work with all individuals, couples, and preteen-adult boys. I specialize in those who are struggling with emotional and relational issues, as well as, ADHD, sex addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief/loss, abandonment, anger fear, divorce, and weight loss. I also work with parenting skills, and child behavior problems.
I work with clients who see that their Christian beliefs are a big part of who they are, and are looking for someone who understands and respects that. I work with all individuals, couples, and preteen-adult boys. I specialize in those who are struggling with emotional and relational issues, as well as, ADHD, sex addiction, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief/loss, abandonment, anger fear, divorce, and weight loss. I also work with parenting skills, and child behavior problems.
Are you feeling stuck? Often we get trapped in old patterns and habits that once worked for us but no longer do. My goal is to provide a place where you feel safe, understood, and respected. We will work together to explore and identify the areas of your life that you would like to understand better and develop plans to help you reach your goals. I have extensive experience with trauma, anxiety (including school, social anxiety, phobias and OCD) depression, stress management and parenting, among others. I offer children, teens and adults a non-judgmental place to come speak confidentially.
Are you feeling stuck? Often we get trapped in old patterns and habits that once worked for us but no longer do. My goal is to provide a place where you feel safe, understood, and respected. We will work together to explore and identify the areas of your life that you would like to understand better and develop plans to help you reach your goals. I have extensive experience with trauma, anxiety (including school, social anxiety, phobias and OCD) depression, stress management and parenting, among others. I offer children, teens and adults a non-judgmental place to come speak confidentially.
Nicole Locorriere
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
When you're at a crossroads, what drives the choices you make? I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist helping my clients take charge of their life and love stories. In college, I wrote a piece for a creative writing class in which the protagonist was a not-so-subtle self insert. The professor's feedback was: "this character has no agency," which was absolutely right. My choices were driven by side characters. I decided to take charge of my own life right then and there, and now I want you to have your own main character moment. My skills and training, and those of my associates, are at your disposal.
When you're at a crossroads, what drives the choices you make? I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist helping my clients take charge of their life and love stories. In college, I wrote a piece for a creative writing class in which the protagonist was a not-so-subtle self insert. The professor's feedback was: "this character has no agency," which was absolutely right. My choices were driven by side characters. I decided to take charge of my own life right then and there, and now I want you to have your own main character moment. My skills and training, and those of my associates, are at your disposal.
Caroline Swantkoski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822 (Online Only)
Having a baby changes your life. While it is often a joyful time, it can also be very challenging and demanding. Are you postpartum and struggling with the transition to parenthood? Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Do you feel like you are just not yourself? If you are just thinking about starting a family, trying to conceive, pregnant, or adjusting to life postpartum; maternal and paternal mental health is important. Parents deserve support during this time.
Having a baby changes your life. While it is often a joyful time, it can also be very challenging and demanding. Are you postpartum and struggling with the transition to parenthood? Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, and/or depressed? Do you feel like you are just not yourself? If you are just thinking about starting a family, trying to conceive, pregnant, or adjusting to life postpartum; maternal and paternal mental health is important. Parents deserve support during this time.
Jessica Fricke
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ADHD, CCSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lebanon, NJ 08833 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you ever felt like the world was ending or has your mind raced with a million thoughts and worries? Have you ever experienced high conflict in a relationship thinking things will never change? Did you ever struggle to accomplish what you think are basic tasks or lack the motivation to get out of bed in the morning and brush your teeth? Sometimes life can just feel overwhelming. These struggles are more common than you think and you are not alone. While I am a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals as well, with a specialized training in family and couples dynamics.
Have you ever felt like the world was ending or has your mind raced with a million thoughts and worries? Have you ever experienced high conflict in a relationship thinking things will never change? Did you ever struggle to accomplish what you think are basic tasks or lack the motivation to get out of bed in the morning and brush your teeth? Sometimes life can just feel overwhelming. These struggles are more common than you think and you are not alone. While I am a marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals as well, with a specialized training in family and couples dynamics.
Pamela Castellano
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Flemington, NJ. I have worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. My experiences have allowed me to work with clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, family crisis, behavioural issues, grief, and relationship conflict.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located in Flemington, NJ. I have worked in a variety of settings with children, adolescents, adults, families, and groups. My experiences have allowed me to work with clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, family crisis, behavioural issues, grief, and relationship conflict.
Elizabeth Cruickshank
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Frenchtown, NJ 08825
Waitlist for new clients
Are you looking for support for yourself or someone you love? Taking those first steps towards finding the guidance you need can be challenging. Within the context of a quiet, comfortable private practice setting, we will identify challenges and issues you may be experiencing and develop an individualized wellness plan for you. In addition to traditional treatment approaches, I offer many ways you can choose to explore the challenges you are facing including EMDR and animal-assisted therapy.
Are you looking for support for yourself or someone you love? Taking those first steps towards finding the guidance you need can be challenging. Within the context of a quiet, comfortable private practice setting, we will identify challenges and issues you may be experiencing and develop an individualized wellness plan for you. In addition to traditional treatment approaches, I offer many ways you can choose to explore the challenges you are facing including EMDR and animal-assisted therapy.
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Kimberly Goodrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Clinton, NJ 08809
Everyone thinks you have it all together. You appear confident, happy and organized. You seem to have a good life. But your reality is that you're overwhelmed and you may feel like you're barely keeping it together. That voice inside of you is constantly telling you that you aren't good enough. You probably feel like you're taking care of everyone else all of the time - but never yourself. Maybe you've even been drinking too much to try to take the edge off sometimes. What you've tried to feel better doesn't seem to help. All you know is that you're exhausted, unhappy and don't know what to do anymore. Does this sound like you?
Everyone thinks you have it all together. You appear confident, happy and organized. You seem to have a good life. But your reality is that you're overwhelmed and you may feel like you're barely keeping it together. That voice inside of you is constantly telling you that you aren't good enough. You probably feel like you're taking care of everyone else all of the time - but never yourself. Maybe you've even been drinking too much to try to take the edge off sometimes. What you've tried to feel better doesn't seem to help. All you know is that you're exhausted, unhappy and don't know what to do anymore. Does this sound like you?
Most people come upon a time when personal, family or relationship issues become overwhelming. My approach is to provide a safe, confidential space where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. I provide therapy that is tailor-made for whatever you are facing. With individuals, I treat depression and anxiety, OCD, trauma, and serious mental illnesses. If you aren’t sure what might be wrong but feel you need support, we can figure it out together. Through couples therapy, I can help with communication challenges and help improve the lives of everyone in the household.
Most people come upon a time when personal, family or relationship issues become overwhelming. My approach is to provide a safe, confidential space where clients feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and experiences. There is no one-size-fits-all approach. I provide therapy that is tailor-made for whatever you are facing. With individuals, I treat depression and anxiety, OCD, trauma, and serious mental illnesses. If you aren’t sure what might be wrong but feel you need support, we can figure it out together. Through couples therapy, I can help with communication challenges and help improve the lives of everyone in the household.
I have 25+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have worked with individuals as well as families and couples. The experience I have is multi-faceted. I have direct, clinical experience working in the areas of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse, Dementia, adoption and family systems. I have worked in an educational, community, and a psychiatric hospital setting.
I have 25+ years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. I have worked with individuals as well as families and couples. The experience I have is multi-faceted. I have direct, clinical experience working in the areas of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, substance abuse, Dementia, adoption and family systems. I have worked in an educational, community, and a psychiatric hospital setting.
Growth & Empowerment
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Flemington, NJ 08822
"Life moves pretty fast, if you don't stop and look around once in a while you could miss it"- This is one of my favorite quotes from the movie Ferris Bueller's Day off because it is so true. Things happen to us throughout our lifetime that make us feel stuck, worthless, guilty, shamed, and like we are never enough. These ideas about ourselves dictate the way we learn, how we do in school and work, and how we love and connect to others. When someone has experienced trauma, these thoughts and feelings can be even more extreme which can cause significant distress. Growth and Empowerment is accepting new clients!
"Life moves pretty fast, if you don't stop and look around once in a while you could miss it"- This is one of my favorite quotes from the movie Ferris Bueller's Day off because it is so true. Things happen to us throughout our lifetime that make us feel stuck, worthless, guilty, shamed, and like we are never enough. These ideas about ourselves dictate the way we learn, how we do in school and work, and how we love and connect to others. When someone has experienced trauma, these thoughts and feelings can be even more extreme which can cause significant distress. Growth and Empowerment is accepting new clients!
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Is your mood in the dustbin: depression and anxiety becoming too incapacitating? Has your relationship/marriage taken a turn for the worse? Are you at wit's end with personal/professional roadblocks? Are sadness and grief too much to bear? Are you worried about older family-member-concerns? I can help! My 25 + years of practice and expertise - using many approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, relationship-focused, health and wellness, communication skills, give you the opportunity to develop better skills for successful and meaningful change.
Are you feeling stuck and overwhelmed? Is your mood in the dustbin: depression and anxiety becoming too incapacitating? Has your relationship/marriage taken a turn for the worse? Are you at wit's end with personal/professional roadblocks? Are sadness and grief too much to bear? Are you worried about older family-member-concerns? I can help! My 25 + years of practice and expertise - using many approaches such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, relationship-focused, health and wellness, communication skills, give you the opportunity to develop better skills for successful and meaningful change.
Christy Hudak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822 (Online Only)
When it comes to therapy, there’s no ‘one’ way to do it. Everyone has their own challenges, strengths, and needs. That means that the most important tool I have is my relationship with those I aim to help. I will work with you to identify ways to meet your goals together. I currently specialize in trauma, OCD, and couples counseling. My priority is to make clients feel safe and comfortable and use a client centered approach, by working with whatever methods are most fitting.
When it comes to therapy, there’s no ‘one’ way to do it. Everyone has their own challenges, strengths, and needs. That means that the most important tool I have is my relationship with those I aim to help. I will work with you to identify ways to meet your goals together. I currently specialize in trauma, OCD, and couples counseling. My priority is to make clients feel safe and comfortable and use a client centered approach, by working with whatever methods are most fitting.
Maryana Ivonyak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Flemington, NJ 08822 (Online Only)
“Confronting our feelings and giving them appropriate expression always takes strength, not weakness. It takes strength to acknowledge our anger. It takes strength to face our sadness, and to grieve, and to let our grief and our anger flow in tears when they need to. It takes strength to talk about our feelings, and to reach out for help and comfort when we need it.” ― Fred Rogers - I believe we all have the ability to overcome life's many challenges. But sometimes we can get stuck. Stuck in unhealthy patterns of thoughts and behaviors that prevent us from leading fulfilling lives. We are not alone in this.
“Confronting our feelings and giving them appropriate expression always takes strength, not weakness. It takes strength to acknowledge our anger. It takes strength to face our sadness, and to grieve, and to let our grief and our anger flow in tears when they need to. It takes strength to talk about our feelings, and to reach out for help and comfort when we need it.” ― Fred Rogers - I believe we all have the ability to overcome life's many challenges. But sometimes we can get stuck. Stuck in unhealthy patterns of thoughts and behaviors that prevent us from leading fulfilling lives. We are not alone in this.
Welcome! I have a compassionate heart to help bring relief/tools to those who feel anxious, self doubt, not enough, disconnected, unfulfilled, & insecure. Perhaps you are an adult child of emotionally immature family or find it challenging to resolve conflicts, say no without guilt, set boundaries, or find your own confident voice in your life. There may a lot of grief related to this. Are you a helping professional, caregiver, parent, high achiever, people pleaser, perfectionist etc.- burned out or want to prevent feeling that way? Everyone has a story & you aren't alone. Contact me for free consultation today.
Welcome! I have a compassionate heart to help bring relief/tools to those who feel anxious, self doubt, not enough, disconnected, unfulfilled, & insecure. Perhaps you are an adult child of emotionally immature family or find it challenging to resolve conflicts, say no without guilt, set boundaries, or find your own confident voice in your life. There may a lot of grief related to this. Are you a helping professional, caregiver, parent, high achiever, people pleaser, perfectionist etc.- burned out or want to prevent feeling that way? Everyone has a story & you aren't alone. Contact me for free consultation today.
Daytime openings before 2 available! Licensed in NJ and PA—-It takes courage to seek out mental health treatment, so I am glad you are here! I believe that people are doing the best they can with what they have and coping the best way they know how based on past experiences. Are you tired of dysfunctional relationships, negative coping mechanisms and negative thought patterns? If you are looking to make positive changes in your life I would love to connect with you to help you on your journey!
Daytime openings before 2 available! Licensed in NJ and PA—-It takes courage to seek out mental health treatment, so I am glad you are here! I believe that people are doing the best they can with what they have and coping the best way they know how based on past experiences. Are you tired of dysfunctional relationships, negative coping mechanisms and negative thought patterns? If you are looking to make positive changes in your life I would love to connect with you to help you on your journey!
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Attachment-based Therapists
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.