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Kristy Mathews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1049 Broadway, Ste 2, West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Let's Connect (908) 364-8909
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We must first accept where, what, and who we are in the present moment before seeking to change ourselves or our situation. In therapy, you'll learn how to access your inner wisdom and regain a sense of control over your thoughts and emotions. Our society is filled with contradicting messages that infiltrate our thoughts and alter our beliefs, goals, and behaviors. On a daily basis, we’re expected to stay connected, but limit screen time; be conscious of what you put in your body, but don’t restrict; be a leader, but don’t be bossy; do your best, but don’t be a perfectionist; be expressive, but not dramatic.
While the concept of achieving a perfect balance in each area of our lives is a lovely idea, it’s not sustainable. Life- with or without the perfect body, career, relationships- will always be served with a side of BS. When you shift your focus from coping with, to transforming through the BS, this functional life can become a fulfilling journey.
Even the most intelligent and successful people need others in their lives to support their continued growth and fulfillment. As your therapist, I will support you in solidifying the foundation on which your personal growth, goals, and health-ful lifestyle will build upon.
Call or Email Kristy Mathews now for a free 15 minute consultation - (908) 364-8909
Let's Connect (908) 364-8909
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- MagnaCare
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Kristy Mathews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00681500 Kristy Mathews
- In Practice for 8 Years
- Attended Monmouth University , MS Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2016
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- ADHD
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Body Image
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Perfectionism
- Relationship Issues
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Queer Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Queer Allied
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- HAES aligned
- Narrative
- Play Therapy
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma informed
Groups
Doing Hard Things (OCD, Anxiety, Phobias)
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Doing Hard Things: Breaking the cycle of anxiety & avoidance --------- Living with ruminations, obsessions, and intrusive thoughts is challenging. Avoidance and compulsive behaviors are often the default way that we manage anxiety, but those same behaviors continue the cycle. This group is for adults ages 18-40 that are looking to break the cycle of anxiety & avoidance or obsessions & compulsions. All group members must be actively seeing an individual therapist on a regular basis. Minimum of 4 session commitment, with option to continue with additional 4-week commitments.
Expertise
Anxiety
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$40-$50
Location
Wholehearted Healing Collective
1049 Broadway
Ste 2
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Email Kristy Mathews about this group or call - (908) 364-8909
Location
Primary Location
Wholehearted Healing Collective
1049 Broadway
Ste 2
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
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Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (908) 364-8909
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Kristy Mathews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC