Depression Therapists in New Jersey
Hi there! I’m a clinical psychologist and university professor with over 15 years of clinical, research, and teaching experience licensed in NJ, NC, and FL. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, OCD, and anxiety. In my practice, I use leading evidence-based therapies, which are treatments that are backed by decades of scientific research and shown to work. Primarily, these are cognitive-behavioral approaches (e.g., CBT) that are highly collaborative, active, and goal-oriented treatments that help people achieve desired symptom changes quickly and build more fulfilling lives.
Hi there! I’m a clinical psychologist and university professor with over 15 years of clinical, research, and teaching experience licensed in NJ, NC, and FL. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders, depression, OCD, and anxiety. In my practice, I use leading evidence-based therapies, which are treatments that are backed by decades of scientific research and shown to work. Primarily, these are cognitive-behavioral approaches (e.g., CBT) that are highly collaborative, active, and goal-oriented treatments that help people achieve desired symptom changes quickly and build more fulfilling lives.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Michelle J Tauriello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wall, NJ 07719
I am a psychotherapist serving a range of adults including those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic medical illness, relationship issues, grief/loss issues, identity issues. LGBTQ affirming. You are seeking to reduce the “busy mind,” feel a sense of peace/inner calmness. You are seeking to address why you feel tight, guarded, anxious all the time, in a state of chronic depression. You are seeking to be present, in the moment, "grounded", wanting clear focus, and connection to others. You are willing to explore your emotions and how/where your body holds onto memories and experiences.
I am a psychotherapist serving a range of adults including those with depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic medical illness, relationship issues, grief/loss issues, identity issues. LGBTQ affirming. You are seeking to reduce the “busy mind,” feel a sense of peace/inner calmness. You are seeking to address why you feel tight, guarded, anxious all the time, in a state of chronic depression. You are seeking to be present, in the moment, "grounded", wanting clear focus, and connection to others. You are willing to explore your emotions and how/where your body holds onto memories and experiences.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
My specialty is depression, marriage counseling, family counseling, and spiritual direction.
My focus is assisting clients needs by assessing them via zoom, telephone, or personal interview. My unique ability give opportunity to understand, and evaluate each client case by case. I promote mind conscious awareness tools that would enable the client to have in order to develop on a level that's conducive to what they are encountering. My technique fall under the CBT guidelines, and are structured to help the client discover themselves, allowing change to manifest. I focus on the WHY, and the clients ability to see results, starting from within. My goal is the client, and what's in there best interest.
My specialty is depression, marriage counseling, family counseling, and spiritual direction.
My focus is assisting clients needs by assessing them via zoom, telephone, or personal interview. My unique ability give opportunity to understand, and evaluate each client case by case. I promote mind conscious awareness tools that would enable the client to have in order to develop on a level that's conducive to what they are encountering. My technique fall under the CBT guidelines, and are structured to help the client discover themselves, allowing change to manifest. I focus on the WHY, and the clients ability to see results, starting from within. My goal is the client, and what's in there best interest.
Sharon L Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Day to day life wearing you down? Stress, anxiety and depression weighing on your every movement? Sometimes things get past us and before we know it our mind, body and spirit are no longer aligned. Similar to physical health, our emotional health benefits from on-going maintenance. I believe we all have the potential to make positive improvements in our lives. I can offer encouragement, support and assistance in a non-judgmental environment. I can guide you in developing feelings of confidence and empowerment in a safe and supportive environment, by assisting to develop a plan to achieve your goals for personal happiness and growth.
Day to day life wearing you down? Stress, anxiety and depression weighing on your every movement? Sometimes things get past us and before we know it our mind, body and spirit are no longer aligned. Similar to physical health, our emotional health benefits from on-going maintenance. I believe we all have the potential to make positive improvements in our lives. I can offer encouragement, support and assistance in a non-judgmental environment. I can guide you in developing feelings of confidence and empowerment in a safe and supportive environment, by assisting to develop a plan to achieve your goals for personal happiness and growth.
I enjoy helping people improve their quality of life. I recognize how difficult it is to share your personal life with me & trust that I can help you. Most people find that I am easy to talk to & they are comfortable working with me. I have helped many individuals learn how to use tools & coping strategies to reduce and eliminate depression, anxiety, postpartum, stress due to work, parenting, care-giving, midlife issues & an "empty nest". I also have helped individuals deal with their feelings of grief due to loss, infertility, and divorce.
I enjoy helping people improve their quality of life. I recognize how difficult it is to share your personal life with me & trust that I can help you. Most people find that I am easy to talk to & they are comfortable working with me. I have helped many individuals learn how to use tools & coping strategies to reduce and eliminate depression, anxiety, postpartum, stress due to work, parenting, care-giving, midlife issues & an "empty nest". I also have helped individuals deal with their feelings of grief due to loss, infertility, and divorce.
It can be very challenging to find a therapist that is the right fit for your individual needs. My education and experience has given me an opportunity to help those who may be experiencing issues and obstacles that prevent them from having a fulfilling life. I have extensive experience in areas such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addiction. Using a holistic approach, my focus is to help people gain awareness and make positive changes for a brighter future. I am dedicated to maximizing the individualized needs of my clients and their personal growth.
It can be very challenging to find a therapist that is the right fit for your individual needs. My education and experience has given me an opportunity to help those who may be experiencing issues and obstacles that prevent them from having a fulfilling life. I have extensive experience in areas such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addiction. Using a holistic approach, my focus is to help people gain awareness and make positive changes for a brighter future. I am dedicated to maximizing the individualized needs of my clients and their personal growth.
Tali Marcus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Bergen, NJ 07047
I have experience with a diverse group of issues including: grief, anxiety, depression, and loss of identity, marital/relationship issues, and disruptive life changes.
If you are reading this, you are looking to make changes in your life. The three areas where I can help you make the changes you are looking for, even if you do not yet know the specifics yourself, are changing how you feel, changing specific behaviors, and changing patterns of thought. I like to work quickly and honestly, but I will tailor your therapy to your individual needs. What this means is that you will be given a safe and judgment free space in which to examine and execute the changes that will lead to a happier and more enjoyable life.
I have experience with a diverse group of issues including: grief, anxiety, depression, and loss of identity, marital/relationship issues, and disruptive life changes.
If you are reading this, you are looking to make changes in your life. The three areas where I can help you make the changes you are looking for, even if you do not yet know the specifics yourself, are changing how you feel, changing specific behaviors, and changing patterns of thought. I like to work quickly and honestly, but I will tailor your therapy to your individual needs. What this means is that you will be given a safe and judgment free space in which to examine and execute the changes that will lead to a happier and more enjoyable life.
Sarah Roche (adolescent/teen specialist)
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
Westfield, NJ 07090
I am a LSW with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
I am a LSW with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
I also work extensively with adults suffering from depression and anxiety.
Seeking help when it is needed is the best way to end feelings of helplessness. I will help you to sort out your problems and discover ways to address them in a gentle, non-judgemental setting. I have been helping people sort through difficult issues for over 20 years. I use my experience and skills, post-graduate training and humor to help my clients identify and utilize ways to get through life's difficult periods.
I also work extensively with adults suffering from depression and anxiety.
Seeking help when it is needed is the best way to end feelings of helplessness. I will help you to sort out your problems and discover ways to address them in a gentle, non-judgemental setting. I have been helping people sort through difficult issues for over 20 years. I use my experience and skills, post-graduate training and humor to help my clients identify and utilize ways to get through life's difficult periods.
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Deborah Pohl
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, SAC
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030 (Online Only)
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues including anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction and adjustment disorder.
I am passionate about the ability of therapy to help my clients create change and find peace. I will work with you at your speed in exploring your unique experiences, challenges, goals, and whatever else you would like to talk about. Therapy offers an effective opportunity for exploration and self-acceptance. Therapy can be a challenge, but also a deeply rewarding process as you develop strategies to overcome difficulties. As a 58 year old, I became a therapist later in life after experiencing the benefits of a counseling relationship first hand.
I have worked extensively with adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues including anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction and adjustment disorder.
I am passionate about the ability of therapy to help my clients create change and find peace. I will work with you at your speed in exploring your unique experiences, challenges, goals, and whatever else you would like to talk about. Therapy offers an effective opportunity for exploration and self-acceptance. Therapy can be a challenge, but also a deeply rewarding process as you develop strategies to overcome difficulties. As a 58 year old, I became a therapist later in life after experiencing the benefits of a counseling relationship first hand.
You can be the best version of yourself! I am a passionate and active therapist bringing clients to deeper levels of awareness. I assist clients in harnessing their own abilities to build healthier mindsets and behaviors. My passion for the last ten years has been working with those who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, relationship issues, divorce recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery and codependency. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.
You can be the best version of yourself! I am a passionate and active therapist bringing clients to deeper levels of awareness. I assist clients in harnessing their own abilities to build healthier mindsets and behaviors. My passion for the last ten years has been working with those who struggle with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, relationship issues, divorce recovery, narcissistic abuse recovery and codependency. I enjoy working with individuals, families, and couples as well as other relationship conflict issues.
Scot King is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) with many years experience partnering with individuals in order to help them find more fulfilling lives. He is passionate about helping adolescents, adults and couples to recognize and confront the challenges before them in order to live a more satisfying existence. He specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues as well as major life transitions.
Scot King is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) with many years experience partnering with individuals in order to help them find more fulfilling lives. He is passionate about helping adolescents, adults and couples to recognize and confront the challenges before them in order to live a more satisfying existence. He specializes in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues as well as major life transitions.
Rebecca Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08108 (Online Only)
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and innermost experiences. By fostering a collaborative relationship, I aim to empower you to gain insights into your challenges, develop new skills, and process your past in order to feel more grounded in your present and future. My clinical strengths include depression, adult ADHD, trauma, social anxiety, childhood sexual assault, as well as relational & transitional issues, including pregnancy and parenthood. She is knowledgeable in a wide range of techniques, including Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and innermost experiences. By fostering a collaborative relationship, I aim to empower you to gain insights into your challenges, develop new skills, and process your past in order to feel more grounded in your present and future. My clinical strengths include depression, adult ADHD, trauma, social anxiety, childhood sexual assault, as well as relational & transitional issues, including pregnancy and parenthood. She is knowledgeable in a wide range of techniques, including Psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Life is not always easy. Often it can feel like an emotional roller coaster with its ups and downs. Life experiences whether traumatic or stressful can have an impact on our emotions, relationships, and mental well-being. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, or any other issues know there is always hope for a better tomorrow. I am passionate about helping people strengthen their abilities to manage life’s challenges and I am committed to providing high quality care to individuals. I provide a judgment free environment where you can learn about yourself and work towards your goals. Lets work together.
Life is not always easy. Often it can feel like an emotional roller coaster with its ups and downs. Life experiences whether traumatic or stressful can have an impact on our emotions, relationships, and mental well-being. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, or any other issues know there is always hope for a better tomorrow. I am passionate about helping people strengthen their abilities to manage life’s challenges and I am committed to providing high quality care to individuals. I provide a judgment free environment where you can learn about yourself and work towards your goals. Lets work together.
Samantha McAleer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Clifton, NJ 07011 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Social worker who believes that anyone has the power to reach their goals. My experience focuses on individuals who are in recovery from alcohol and/or drugs and individuals who are coping with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders and adjusting to new aspects of their lives.
I am a Licensed Social worker who believes that anyone has the power to reach their goals. My experience focuses on individuals who are in recovery from alcohol and/or drugs and individuals who are coping with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders and adjusting to new aspects of their lives.
I also work with a range of problems, including anxiety and depression, trauma, identity, grief, self-image issues, postpartum, and life transitions.
You may be looking to address a specific challenging situation, or are even courageously looking to work on long standing issues that are impeding your ability to live up to your optimal self. I can partner with you towards your goals of healing, growth, and well-being, allowing you to thrive in your life. Using a personalized and scientifically proven approach to your issues, we can navigate treatment together through obstacles towards your pathway to growth.
I also work with a range of problems, including anxiety and depression, trauma, identity, grief, self-image issues, postpartum, and life transitions.
You may be looking to address a specific challenging situation, or are even courageously looking to work on long standing issues that are impeding your ability to live up to your optimal self. I can partner with you towards your goals of healing, growth, and well-being, allowing you to thrive in your life. Using a personalized and scientifically proven approach to your issues, we can navigate treatment together through obstacles towards your pathway to growth.
I have assisted clients with managing their anxiety, depression, stress, family conflict, grief, and trauma.
My counseling style is client-centered and collaborative. I believe that therapy is a partnership, and an important aspect of that partnership is feeling a supportive, trusting rapport with your clinician. I like to apply different techniques and aspects into therapy based on what each specific client presents with and would be helped by.
I have assisted clients with managing their anxiety, depression, stress, family conflict, grief, and trauma.
My counseling style is client-centered and collaborative. I believe that therapy is a partnership, and an important aspect of that partnership is feeling a supportive, trusting rapport with your clinician. I like to apply different techniques and aspects into therapy based on what each specific client presents with and would be helped by.
Cathy Hong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, ACS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07302
I have an expertise in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, parenting education, and stress management.
Do you feel "stuck"? Do you just want someone to listen and help you process all the complex emotions you're feeling? The road to a happier, healthier life can be riddled with obstacles and barriers that just seem impossible to overcome, but with the right support, people of all ages can reach their goals. On this journey, you've done the hardest part which is recognizing the need for support and seeking it!
I have an expertise in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, parenting education, and stress management.
Do you feel "stuck"? Do you just want someone to listen and help you process all the complex emotions you're feeling? The road to a happier, healthier life can be riddled with obstacles and barriers that just seem impossible to overcome, but with the right support, people of all ages can reach their goals. On this journey, you've done the hardest part which is recognizing the need for support and seeking it!
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.