Couples Counseling Therapists in Somers Point, NJ
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Hi, I'm Lisa! I believe that therapy should be a safe space for you to be yourself. Therapy should also be inclusive and relevant to your own unique identity and background. I understand that everyone enters therapy at different levels of readiness and recognizing this fact is crucial in building a trusting & therapeutic relationship with you. I meet my clients where they are, gradually leading you through the therapeutic process. I employ a high level of support, respect, and empathy with all of my clients while providing a non-judgmental environment so that you always feel heard and validated.
Hi, I'm Lisa! I believe that therapy should be a safe space for you to be yourself. Therapy should also be inclusive and relevant to your own unique identity and background. I understand that everyone enters therapy at different levels of readiness and recognizing this fact is crucial in building a trusting & therapeutic relationship with you. I meet my clients where they are, gradually leading you through the therapeutic process. I employ a high level of support, respect, and empathy with all of my clients while providing a non-judgmental environment so that you always feel heard and validated.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that individuals need to explore their potential. I enjoy working with couples individuals and children. I treat everyone with respect and acceptance.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who believes that individuals need to explore their potential. I enjoy working with couples individuals and children. I treat everyone with respect and acceptance.
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Rachael Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somers Point, NJ 08244
Rachael is an LCSW located at the Jersey Shore. She uses a multi-modal approach in therapy sessions, which guides her to determine the most effective technique for each individual. In addition, she works with those who experience anger, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, PTSD and substance use disorders. Rachael has provided individual counseling to those in a variety of settings along with medication assisted treatment. Rachael also utilizes the Gottman Method in her work with couples.
Rachael is an LCSW located at the Jersey Shore. She uses a multi-modal approach in therapy sessions, which guides her to determine the most effective technique for each individual. In addition, she works with those who experience anger, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, PTSD and substance use disorders. Rachael has provided individual counseling to those in a variety of settings along with medication assisted treatment. Rachael also utilizes the Gottman Method in her work with couples.
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I see adolescents and adults who suffer with various issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, relationship problems, as well as substance abuse and addiction. I believe in the good nature of most people and the need to grow and learn from our life experiences. At times in our life, it becomes important to stop and recognize our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can interfere with who we want to be and hope to become. In my practice, I utilize an array of treatment modalities that will help you to make better decisions for yourself, your partner and/or your family.
I see adolescents and adults who suffer with various issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, relationship problems, as well as substance abuse and addiction. I believe in the good nature of most people and the need to grow and learn from our life experiences. At times in our life, it becomes important to stop and recognize our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can interfere with who we want to be and hope to become. In my practice, I utilize an array of treatment modalities that will help you to make better decisions for yourself, your partner and/or your family.
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Michael A Michnya
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244
I specialize in building relationships: helping parents get more cooperation and compliance from their children with less energy; helping couples beat the odds to stay happily married; and helping all types of artists connect to their creativity. My clients appreciate creativity and honest communication, value our relationship and time together and are hopeful about the future. They understand that true and lasting change comes from within and is the result of patience and concentrated effort - both in and between sessions. The process encourages clients to tell me what is and isn't working in our sessions.
I specialize in building relationships: helping parents get more cooperation and compliance from their children with less energy; helping couples beat the odds to stay happily married; and helping all types of artists connect to their creativity. My clients appreciate creativity and honest communication, value our relationship and time together and are hopeful about the future. They understand that true and lasting change comes from within and is the result of patience and concentrated effort - both in and between sessions. The process encourages clients to tell me what is and isn't working in our sessions.
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Angie Corry - Island Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244
Island Therapy specializes in working with adolescents, couples, children, families, seniors & people with developmental disabilities.
There's a freedom in finding your flow and therapy can provide that healing space. It is an honor to assist you on your journey, be it a short term or lifestyle goal. Island Therapy gives you a safe space in which to bring forth what has always been a part of you and help you recognize your inner wealth with curiosity and kindness to create shifts towards increased fulfillment, sense of purpose and progress.
Island Therapy specializes in working with adolescents, couples, children, families, seniors & people with developmental disabilities.
There's a freedom in finding your flow and therapy can provide that healing space. It is an honor to assist you on your journey, be it a short term or lifestyle goal. Island Therapy gives you a safe space in which to bring forth what has always been a part of you and help you recognize your inner wealth with curiosity and kindness to create shifts towards increased fulfillment, sense of purpose and progress.
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Karly King/Hello Wellness Counseling Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somers Point, NJ 08244
Hello! Reaching out for help can be difficult, but YOU did it. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) specializing in: couples/relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. I am also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol Drug Counselor (LCADC). I utilize a person-centered approach pulling from treatment modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).
Hello! Reaching out for help can be difficult, but YOU did it. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) specializing in: couples/relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. I am also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol Drug Counselor (LCADC). I utilize a person-centered approach pulling from treatment modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).
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Erica Lapid - Way To Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCTP, CTTS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Somers Point, NJ 08244
With extensive experience working with trauma, substance use, co-dependence/ACOA, and other co-occurring mental health diagnoses, Erica accompanies individuals, couples, and families on their journeys toward recovery and wellness. Erica takes pride in creating a calm and nurturing environment for her clients, providing them with a safe and comfortable place for self-exploration, expression, and emotional healing. Her psychodynamic approach to counseling is often described as relatable, strength-based and holistic, believing that one level of the self should never be the focus of clinical attention to the exclusion of another.
With extensive experience working with trauma, substance use, co-dependence/ACOA, and other co-occurring mental health diagnoses, Erica accompanies individuals, couples, and families on their journeys toward recovery and wellness. Erica takes pride in creating a calm and nurturing environment for her clients, providing them with a safe and comfortable place for self-exploration, expression, and emotional healing. Her psychodynamic approach to counseling is often described as relatable, strength-based and holistic, believing that one level of the self should never be the focus of clinical attention to the exclusion of another.
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John Patrick Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somers Point, NJ 08244
I work with adolescents and adults as individuals, couples, and families, with issues such as addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, intimacy struggles, and existential crises. People inherently want to feel at peace, safe, secure, understood, and cared about .
I work with adolescents and adults as individuals, couples, and families, with issues such as addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, intimacy struggles, and existential crises. People inherently want to feel at peace, safe, secure, understood, and cared about .
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Laura Anne Gnall-Peter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somers Point, NJ 08244
There is value in knowing we are seen, heard, and understood. In addition to treating anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and trauma, I specialize in grief. Many times, we believe we are stuck, or that there is something abnormal about how long it is taking us to feel “better”. I understand that loss can be an isolating experience. Whether dealing with the death of a family member, friend, or beloved pet, or going through divorce, a cancer diagnosis, unexpected job loss, or an empty nest, how we process and adjust to an altered way of living are specific and unique to each person.
There is value in knowing we are seen, heard, and understood. In addition to treating anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and trauma, I specialize in grief. Many times, we believe we are stuck, or that there is something abnormal about how long it is taking us to feel “better”. I understand that loss can be an isolating experience. Whether dealing with the death of a family member, friend, or beloved pet, or going through divorce, a cancer diagnosis, unexpected job loss, or an empty nest, how we process and adjust to an altered way of living are specific and unique to each person.
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Trust, honesty, and presence will serve as the basis of our therapeutic relationship.
I'm happy you're here and I welcome you wherever you are in your life. I believe in the power of empathy and insight to create a supportive space where you can explore, heal, and thrive with confidence. I provide evidence-based interventions integrated with a mind-body approach to clients of all ages to build resilience through life’s challenges. I work holistically to understand your perspective and lifestyle, with the aims of establishing trust, finding methods to achieve inner calm, changing habits, and helping you identify and reshape the narratives that influence your life.
Trust, honesty, and presence will serve as the basis of our therapeutic relationship.
I'm happy you're here and I welcome you wherever you are in your life. I believe in the power of empathy and insight to create a supportive space where you can explore, heal, and thrive with confidence. I provide evidence-based interventions integrated with a mind-body approach to clients of all ages to build resilience through life’s challenges. I work holistically to understand your perspective and lifestyle, with the aims of establishing trust, finding methods to achieve inner calm, changing habits, and helping you identify and reshape the narratives that influence your life.
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Dr. Gina M. Innocente
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Somers Point, NJ 08244
We see children, teens, and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy, We also offer a trauma group and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group.
We all have a story. We often cling persistently to the stories of our past, where our earliest dysfunctional patterns of relating to others created templates for future relationships. Such templates can be filled with distorted beliefs and expectations of ourselves and others. Your story may have some significant challenges to overcome. But your story doesn’t have to be a tale of woe. And you don't have to change it all by yourself. I'm here to help you rewrite your story so you experience more fulfilling relationships, live more fully in the present, and find the best parts of yourself.
We see children, teens, and adults and offer individual, couples, and family therapy, We also offer a trauma group and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group.
We all have a story. We often cling persistently to the stories of our past, where our earliest dysfunctional patterns of relating to others created templates for future relationships. Such templates can be filled with distorted beliefs and expectations of ourselves and others. Your story may have some significant challenges to overcome. But your story doesn’t have to be a tale of woe. And you don't have to change it all by yourself. I'm here to help you rewrite your story so you experience more fulfilling relationships, live more fully in the present, and find the best parts of yourself.
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Life Support Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244 (Online Only)
Brandy sees adults ages 18 and up for individual, couples and family therapy.
If you are struggling with day to day stress, need help sorting your thoughts, need help formulating goals or learning better coping skills or even if you have been struggling with chronic mental health issues, we are here to help you meet your individual goals. We work with clients to develop an individualized treatment plan to ensure that individual needs are being met. We utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques with a client centered strengths-based approach. We offer services to people ranging in age from adolescents to adults, and we also offer family and couples counseling. We have several therapists available!
Brandy sees adults ages 18 and up for individual, couples and family therapy.
If you are struggling with day to day stress, need help sorting your thoughts, need help formulating goals or learning better coping skills or even if you have been struggling with chronic mental health issues, we are here to help you meet your individual goals. We work with clients to develop an individualized treatment plan to ensure that individual needs are being met. We utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques with a client centered strengths-based approach. We offer services to people ranging in age from adolescents to adults, and we also offer family and couples counseling. We have several therapists available!
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NU Vision Counseling and Consulting Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BC-TMH, LCSW, NCCE, ACM, SAP
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244 (Online Only)
We are a private practice of licensed clinical staff serving several states throughout the east coast, via traditional and non-traditional mental health services, caregiver support and professional development. We support communities, domestic courts and partner with local community agencies, academic institutes and small businesses.
We are a private practice of licensed clinical staff serving several states throughout the east coast, via traditional and non-traditional mental health services, caregiver support and professional development. We support communities, domestic courts and partner with local community agencies, academic institutes and small businesses.
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For couples: I am certified in Imago Relationship Therapy, a highly effective approach.
Welcome to my practice! There are many reasons that you might seek professional help. At the root of them all is the desire to improve yourself, your life, or your relationship(s). For me, being a therapist means sharing my humanity with others, while maintaining an objective perspective that facilitates learning and change. My office is a nurturing space where you can take some time for yourself in the presence of a supportive counselor. My purpose is to provide comfort and safety as well as the guidance and focus that will help you reach the best resolutions to your challenges.
For couples: I am certified in Imago Relationship Therapy, a highly effective approach.
Welcome to my practice! There are many reasons that you might seek professional help. At the root of them all is the desire to improve yourself, your life, or your relationship(s). For me, being a therapist means sharing my humanity with others, while maintaining an objective perspective that facilitates learning and change. My office is a nurturing space where you can take some time for yourself in the presence of a supportive counselor. My purpose is to provide comfort and safety as well as the guidance and focus that will help you reach the best resolutions to your challenges.
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Jonathan Douglass
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244
I describe myself as a marriage and family therapist that specializes in addiction. I have worked in the field of substance abuse, providing group, individual and family counseling and have also worked in a number of couples with relationship challenges while in private practice. My goal is to provide a setting and relationship where you can feel safe to discuss your challenges and together search out solutions to removing blocks and barriers in your life that are preventing you from living to the fullest, whether in your personal life or relationships.
I describe myself as a marriage and family therapist that specializes in addiction. I have worked in the field of substance abuse, providing group, individual and family counseling and have also worked in a number of couples with relationship challenges while in private practice. My goal is to provide a setting and relationship where you can feel safe to discuss your challenges and together search out solutions to removing blocks and barriers in your life that are preventing you from living to the fullest, whether in your personal life or relationships.
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Allen J Wolf
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244
The foundation of my approach is client-centered, believing that through therapeutic rapport change is possible. This approach has provided me with the opportunity to provide adolescents, families, couples and adults my areas of expertise in which I utilize various disciplines of treatment. Such areas include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and skill building domains that include communication, the development of boundary setting, effective decision making and emotional regulation skills to help manage moods, sleep disturbance, stress and reactivity.
The foundation of my approach is client-centered, believing that through therapeutic rapport change is possible. This approach has provided me with the opportunity to provide adolescents, families, couples and adults my areas of expertise in which I utilize various disciplines of treatment. Such areas include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness and skill building domains that include communication, the development of boundary setting, effective decision making and emotional regulation skills to help manage moods, sleep disturbance, stress and reactivity.
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He has worked with adults, individuals, groups and couples and continues to provide psychotherapy with approaches including but not limited to Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
He has worked with adults, individuals, groups and couples and continues to provide psychotherapy with approaches including but not limited to Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
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Rebecca Justice
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244 (Online Only)
I have worked with adolescents and adults and enjoy helping people lead their best lives! I practice person centered therapy using several different modalities. I have a toolbox full of tools to help you move forward in a positive direction. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship or anger issues let's work together to increase your coping skills and reduce the severity of your symptoms. I can assist with individual, family and couples issues and have specialized in treating issues related to sexuality. Give me a call today and lets chat about how I can help you!
I have worked with adolescents and adults and enjoy helping people lead their best lives! I practice person centered therapy using several different modalities. I have a toolbox full of tools to help you move forward in a positive direction. If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, relationship or anger issues let's work together to increase your coping skills and reduce the severity of your symptoms. I can assist with individual, family and couples issues and have specialized in treating issues related to sexuality. Give me a call today and lets chat about how I can help you!
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Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
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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.