Couples Counseling Therapists in Manalapan, NJ
As a certified CBT therapist with training in DBT and former experience as a high school teacher, Vanessa brings a unique skill set to her clients. She excels in both individual and group counseling. Vanessa has experience in working with those that have suffered from panic disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, PTSD, trauma, gender identity issues, as well as relationship/marital issues. Although she favors CBT, behavioral, and DBT modalities, she adapts to best assist her clients' needs. She is an alternative lifestyle friendly therapist.
As a certified CBT therapist with training in DBT and former experience as a high school teacher, Vanessa brings a unique skill set to her clients. She excels in both individual and group counseling. Vanessa has experience in working with those that have suffered from panic disorder, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, depression, PTSD, trauma, gender identity issues, as well as relationship/marital issues. Although she favors CBT, behavioral, and DBT modalities, she adapts to best assist her clients' needs. She is an alternative lifestyle friendly therapist.
Exceptional Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PAT
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
We know how difficult and stressful life can be. Our staff is committed in helping you reach your goals which will lead to a more fulfilling and happier life. At exceptional wellness we are dedicated to making our clients feel that they are of top priority. We work with children, adolescents, College students, adults, couples and families on identifying and fulfilling their goals. Reaching out and asking for assistance is the first courageous step in your journey. If you are ready to take that step please contact us. We look forward to meeting you!
We know how difficult and stressful life can be. Our staff is committed in helping you reach your goals which will lead to a more fulfilling and happier life. At exceptional wellness we are dedicated to making our clients feel that they are of top priority. We work with children, adolescents, College students, adults, couples and families on identifying and fulfilling their goals. Reaching out and asking for assistance is the first courageous step in your journey. If you are ready to take that step please contact us. We look forward to meeting you!
I address a variety of challenges including mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders/addictions, relationship issues, trauma, and grief and loss. I also work with couples to help them work through relationship challenges such as infidelity, communication, and intimacy.
I address a variety of challenges including mood and anxiety disorders, substance use disorders/addictions, relationship issues, trauma, and grief and loss. I also work with couples to help them work through relationship challenges such as infidelity, communication, and intimacy.
Devita Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
I am a LPC and Life Coach with years of experience working with teens, adults, couples and families. As well, I conduct seminars and groups for a range of topics including self-empowerment, parenting and relational communication. I come from a place of helping, not hindering; empowering, not enabling. I truly believe that we are the expert of our own lives and simply need assistance at times unleashing what we already possess.
I am a LPC and Life Coach with years of experience working with teens, adults, couples and families. As well, I conduct seminars and groups for a range of topics including self-empowerment, parenting and relational communication. I come from a place of helping, not hindering; empowering, not enabling. I truly believe that we are the expert of our own lives and simply need assistance at times unleashing what we already possess.
Have you or your child decided that it is time to seek out help? Let’s face it, going to therapy can be a terrifying decision to make with a lot of uncertainties. Whether it’s family conflict, chronic anxiety/depression, relationship conflicts, overthinking, ADHD, insecure attachment, OCD, or a traumatic experience, you deserve a therapist who provides unconditional acceptance and compassion. One who helps you to figure out why we think, feel, and do what we do. I work with children, adults, couples, and families. I graduated with a specialization in Victim Counseling, and I am also a Certified Trauma Professional.
Have you or your child decided that it is time to seek out help? Let’s face it, going to therapy can be a terrifying decision to make with a lot of uncertainties. Whether it’s family conflict, chronic anxiety/depression, relationship conflicts, overthinking, ADHD, insecure attachment, OCD, or a traumatic experience, you deserve a therapist who provides unconditional acceptance and compassion. One who helps you to figure out why we think, feel, and do what we do. I work with children, adults, couples, and families. I graduated with a specialization in Victim Counseling, and I am also a Certified Trauma Professional.
Mary Puschel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (Online Only)
She has been trained by Rutgers University in Professional Mediation, which she employs while working with couples and families.
Have you been struggling with feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or unheard in your family? Are you looking to become more confident, more at peace, and more assertive in your communication? I offer an accepting, caring and engaging approach while promoting change. I have extensive experience in clinical crisis assessment and teaching clients how to improve their communication, assertiveness, emotion regulation, and relaxation skills. I have over 25 years of experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, compulsive behavior, and family conflict.
She has been trained by Rutgers University in Professional Mediation, which she employs while working with couples and families.
Have you been struggling with feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or unheard in your family? Are you looking to become more confident, more at peace, and more assertive in your communication? I offer an accepting, caring and engaging approach while promoting change. I have extensive experience in clinical crisis assessment and teaching clients how to improve their communication, assertiveness, emotion regulation, and relaxation skills. I have over 25 years of experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, compulsive behavior, and family conflict.
Seraphim Chemodakov
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
My experience includes working with diverse individuals, couples, and families struggling with life and relationship issues, mental health and substance abuse, and family dysfunction.
It is said that the family is the “factory” where people are made. We learn to react in certain ways within our families which can affect how we develop, as well as our relationships and behaviors. Life can take unexpected turns and the challenges presented at such times can be difficult to work through alone. I seek to help my clients navigate and maneuver through these times by creating a safe haven from which to work through their challenges. I am committed to empowering individuals, strengthening relationships, and strive to create equilibrium within families.
My experience includes working with diverse individuals, couples, and families struggling with life and relationship issues, mental health and substance abuse, and family dysfunction.
It is said that the family is the “factory” where people are made. We learn to react in certain ways within our families which can affect how we develop, as well as our relationships and behaviors. Life can take unexpected turns and the challenges presented at such times can be difficult to work through alone. I seek to help my clients navigate and maneuver through these times by creating a safe haven from which to work through their challenges. I am committed to empowering individuals, strengthening relationships, and strive to create equilibrium within families.
I have lived experience with childhood trauma and have spent the last 20 years working with many different individuals, couples and families.
Welcome to my profile. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. It's crucial to find someone you can connect with, who possesses the necessary experience and training, and offers a flexible schedule for both in-person and virtual sessions. When you choose to work with me, your treatment will be an in depth and comprehensive process. We will explore attachment issues, interpersonal challenges, internal conflicts, and techniques for emotional regulation. Psychotherapy demands time, a readiness for change, and an open mindset. My objective is to support you through this journey with care, empathy, and professionalism.
I have lived experience with childhood trauma and have spent the last 20 years working with many different individuals, couples and families.
Welcome to my profile. Finding the right therapist can be challenging. It's crucial to find someone you can connect with, who possesses the necessary experience and training, and offers a flexible schedule for both in-person and virtual sessions. When you choose to work with me, your treatment will be an in depth and comprehensive process. We will explore attachment issues, interpersonal challenges, internal conflicts, and techniques for emotional regulation. Psychotherapy demands time, a readiness for change, and an open mindset. My objective is to support you through this journey with care, empathy, and professionalism.
Building rapport is key, as a strong, positive therapist-client relationship leads to better therapy outcomes.
I’m not sure I have an “ideal client”, however, there are populations and issues I am more comfortable in handling and have had experience in. This includes women’s issues, interpersonal relationship issues, young and older adult populations, anxiety and depressive disorders, and personality disorders. I hope we can work on challenging and reframing cognitive distortions and/or work on communication and boundary skills. I hope the goal is for them to return to a more homeostatic life and be able to develop healthier coping skills to use in everyday life.
Building rapport is key, as a strong, positive therapist-client relationship leads to better therapy outcomes.
I’m not sure I have an “ideal client”, however, there are populations and issues I am more comfortable in handling and have had experience in. This includes women’s issues, interpersonal relationship issues, young and older adult populations, anxiety and depressive disorders, and personality disorders. I hope we can work on challenging and reframing cognitive distortions and/or work on communication and boundary skills. I hope the goal is for them to return to a more homeostatic life and be able to develop healthier coping skills to use in everyday life.
Contemporary Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, TEP
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (Online Only)
Contemporary Counseling Center is a private counseling center directed by Bernice Garlfield-Szita, MS LPC TEP, and Robert Szita, MS LPC TEP. Bernice and Bob Share a vision of providing quality service to each person they work with, As Licensed Professional Counselors they draw on their over forty years of combined counseling experience to custom design treatment plans for individuals, couples, families and groups. ActionArtz Training Institute, a division of Contemporary Counseling Center, is dedicated to creating powerful training programs that expand professional skills and assist organizations in team building, diversity, and effective communication. They are international trainers in psychodrama and interactive creative arts group programs that stimulate learning in education, healthcare and business settings.
Contemporary Counseling Center is a private counseling center directed by Bernice Garlfield-Szita, MS LPC TEP, and Robert Szita, MS LPC TEP. Bernice and Bob Share a vision of providing quality service to each person they work with, As Licensed Professional Counselors they draw on their over forty years of combined counseling experience to custom design treatment plans for individuals, couples, families and groups. ActionArtz Training Institute, a division of Contemporary Counseling Center, is dedicated to creating powerful training programs that expand professional skills and assist organizations in team building, diversity, and effective communication. They are international trainers in psychodrama and interactive creative arts group programs that stimulate learning in education, healthcare and business settings.
Bella Baldo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
If you're feeling powerless and struggling with these issues of :anxiety, depression, stress, low self worth, relationship problems, family conflicts, parenting frustrations, illness, job problems, or communication breakdown, together we can work to empower you to create the changes toward your happiness.
Life takes many different turns; some wonderful and some very challenging. Are you finding yourself entrenched in situations that are causing you frustration, sadness and helplessness in finding solutions to changing them? Psychotherapy is where to begin your journey of empowering yourself in making positive choices and taking charge of your life. I've been in practice 30 years. Let's work together in a caring, supportive environment, uncovering the obstacles in attaining your happiness. Our goal of taking charge of your life , having more confidence and self acceptance will be achieved through insight, developing effective communication skills, problem solving and creating positive coping skills. .
If you're feeling powerless and struggling with these issues of :anxiety, depression, stress, low self worth, relationship problems, family conflicts, parenting frustrations, illness, job problems, or communication breakdown, together we can work to empower you to create the changes toward your happiness.
Life takes many different turns; some wonderful and some very challenging. Are you finding yourself entrenched in situations that are causing you frustration, sadness and helplessness in finding solutions to changing them? Psychotherapy is where to begin your journey of empowering yourself in making positive choices and taking charge of your life. I've been in practice 30 years. Let's work together in a caring, supportive environment, uncovering the obstacles in attaining your happiness. Our goal of taking charge of your life , having more confidence and self acceptance will be achieved through insight, developing effective communication skills, problem solving and creating positive coping skills. .
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I use a person-centered approach and believe that meeting the client where they are at is one of the best ways to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, especially those who are experiencing life transitions. Some of the most meaningful work I have done in my career involved working with individuals on hospice and I am comfortable sitting with someone as they process inevitable changes in life.
I use a person-centered approach and believe that meeting the client where they are at is one of the best ways to develop a trusting therapeutic relationship.
I enjoy working with adolescents and adults, especially those who are experiencing life transitions. Some of the most meaningful work I have done in my career involved working with individuals on hospice and I am comfortable sitting with someone as they process inevitable changes in life.
You don't need to continue to feel unhappy, anxious, depressed, worried about your kids or upset that your relationship isn't how you pictured it would be.
Are you and your partner struggling to have the relationship you have always wanted? Or maybe you are trying to get back to a better time and reconnect. Is your family arguing, disconnected and are you feeling like it's groundhogs day? Or maybe your child/teen is going through some difficult times and you don't know what to do, but you do know that you need to help them. If you are seeking connection, happiness, and peace in your life because you don't want to continue to live this way I can help. You can have meaningful relationships and joy. Your child can feel better. Life can be different.
You don't need to continue to feel unhappy, anxious, depressed, worried about your kids or upset that your relationship isn't how you pictured it would be.
Are you and your partner struggling to have the relationship you have always wanted? Or maybe you are trying to get back to a better time and reconnect. Is your family arguing, disconnected and are you feeling like it's groundhogs day? Or maybe your child/teen is going through some difficult times and you don't know what to do, but you do know that you need to help them. If you are seeking connection, happiness, and peace in your life because you don't want to continue to live this way I can help. You can have meaningful relationships and joy. Your child can feel better. Life can be different.
Essential Counseling Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFT, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
In addition, I provide couples and family counseling.
NOW OFFERING VIDEO COUNSELING SESSIONS. Are you feeling the impact of stress, depression, and/or anxiety? Do you have relationship issues or problems stemming from miscommunication? Have you ever felt that you and your partner were speaking different languages or maybe you just weren't communicating effectively? Maybe you felt that you and a loved one just didn't understand one another. A breakdown in communication pulls people apart and can destroy relationships. I aim to heal these communication breakdowns and to help you through the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress that you may be experiencing.
In addition, I provide couples and family counseling.
NOW OFFERING VIDEO COUNSELING SESSIONS. Are you feeling the impact of stress, depression, and/or anxiety? Do you have relationship issues or problems stemming from miscommunication? Have you ever felt that you and your partner were speaking different languages or maybe you just weren't communicating effectively? Maybe you felt that you and a loved one just didn't understand one another. A breakdown in communication pulls people apart and can destroy relationships. I aim to heal these communication breakdowns and to help you through the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress that you may be experiencing.
Laurie Stern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (Online Only)
So many issues and roadblocks are too hard to face alone. Some can feel overwhelming. My role is to partner with you to help you find solutions and peace of mind. I have 20 years of experience as a therapist, helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma (past and present), relationship difficulties, grief and loss, cancer treatment, cancer survivorship, recovery from addiction, and more.
So many issues and roadblocks are too hard to face alone. Some can feel overwhelming. My role is to partner with you to help you find solutions and peace of mind. I have 20 years of experience as a therapist, helping people with anxiety, depression, trauma (past and present), relationship difficulties, grief and loss, cancer treatment, cancer survivorship, recovery from addiction, and more.
Are you looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and comforting individual to help you to overcome hurdles that have seemed insurmountable? I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, relationship issues, and other mental health issues. I have experience working with individuals at intensive inpatient and outpatient agencies.
Are you looking for an enthusiastic, caring, and comforting individual to help you to overcome hurdles that have seemed insurmountable? I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, addiction, post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, relationship issues, and other mental health issues. I have experience working with individuals at intensive inpatient and outpatient agencies.
Victoria Romanyuk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
If you're struggling with issues of anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, family conflicts, parenting frustrations, together we can work to empower you to create the changes toward your happiness and desired lifestyle.
Adelphi University Graduate, I have been in the field of Social Work since 2009. Broad experience working in a Community Based setting as well as the hospital system. Treatment of people from all walks of life, focused on development and empowerment. I am a strong believer in the utilization of a holistic approach in my practice to help clients overcome life's challenges.
If you're struggling with issues of anxiety, depression, stress, relationship problems, family conflicts, parenting frustrations, together we can work to empower you to create the changes toward your happiness and desired lifestyle.
Adelphi University Graduate, I have been in the field of Social Work since 2009. Broad experience working in a Community Based setting as well as the hospital system. Treatment of people from all walks of life, focused on development and empowerment. I am a strong believer in the utilization of a holistic approach in my practice to help clients overcome life's challenges.
I find fulfillment in working with individuals, couples, and families, recognizing the significance of harnessing their strengths to enhance relationships and overall family and couple functioning.
I've worked with diverse clients, including adolescent sex offenders, victims, and their families. I've also supported teenagers and young adults dealing with various challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and gender issues. Additionally, I've helped families and couples improve their functioning and build more accepting, respectful, and loving relationships.
I find fulfillment in working with individuals, couples, and families, recognizing the significance of harnessing their strengths to enhance relationships and overall family and couple functioning.
I've worked with diverse clients, including adolescent sex offenders, victims, and their families. I've also supported teenagers and young adults dealing with various challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and gender issues. Additionally, I've helped families and couples improve their functioning and build more accepting, respectful, and loving relationships.
Although I specialize in treating trauma, mood, behavior, atypical development, relationships, and educational and parenting challenges in youth and families, college students, couples, and adults also access help.
Supporting and helping struggling children, adolescents, adults, and their families is not just a career choice but a passion for me. Difficulties related to stress, sleep, mood, anxiety, behavior, trauma, socialization, relationships, & education are proactively addressed. You don't need to feel desperate, at your end, hopeless, or helpless. Navigating people through a difficult period toward progress with patience, understanding, compassion, empathy, experience, reassurance, and solutions is my aim. Armed with skills, insight and confidence we will harness your strengths and resiliency to build you toward lasting positive change.
Although I specialize in treating trauma, mood, behavior, atypical development, relationships, and educational and parenting challenges in youth and families, college students, couples, and adults also access help.
Supporting and helping struggling children, adolescents, adults, and their families is not just a career choice but a passion for me. Difficulties related to stress, sleep, mood, anxiety, behavior, trauma, socialization, relationships, & education are proactively addressed. You don't need to feel desperate, at your end, hopeless, or helpless. Navigating people through a difficult period toward progress with patience, understanding, compassion, empathy, experience, reassurance, and solutions is my aim. Armed with skills, insight and confidence we will harness your strengths and resiliency to build you toward lasting positive change.
Counseling for Total Well-Being, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
I have significant experience treating anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, anger management, grief and bereavement, and women's issues.
At Counseling for Total Well-Being, I will work with you in a very safe and confidential environment to explore and examine problem areas causing discontent and unhappiness. I will assist you in learning new coping skills and tools in order to manage difficulties and help resolve problems. Change can and does occur as I witness growth and progress in individuals I work with everyday. Sometimes an empathic ear along with an objective, professional perspective is all that is necessary to help you begin to discover options, set goals and get you back to feeling hopeful, confident and happy once again.
I have significant experience treating anxiety, OCD, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, anger management, grief and bereavement, and women's issues.
At Counseling for Total Well-Being, I will work with you in a very safe and confidential environment to explore and examine problem areas causing discontent and unhappiness. I will assist you in learning new coping skills and tools in order to manage difficulties and help resolve problems. Change can and does occur as I witness growth and progress in individuals I work with everyday. Sometimes an empathic ear along with an objective, professional perspective is all that is necessary to help you begin to discover options, set goals and get you back to feeling hopeful, confident and happy once again.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.