Aetna Therapists in New Jersey
Erika Regalado
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Brunswick, NJ 08902 (Online Only)
My name is Erika Regalado and I'm a proud first generation Latin American with a Cuban and Ecuadorian background. I specialize in working with couples, married individuals and families. My passion for working with families in addition to my extensive training has equipped me to work with individuals across the lifespan (children, adolescents, adults and older adults). I use a Narrative and CBT approach when working with clients to best understand how your thoughts and internalized story-telling may be impacting your feelings and behavior while providing practical evidence-based techniques to address targeted goals.
My name is Erika Regalado and I'm a proud first generation Latin American with a Cuban and Ecuadorian background. I specialize in working with couples, married individuals and families. My passion for working with families in addition to my extensive training has equipped me to work with individuals across the lifespan (children, adolescents, adults and older adults). I use a Narrative and CBT approach when working with clients to best understand how your thoughts and internalized story-telling may be impacting your feelings and behavior while providing practical evidence-based techniques to address targeted goals.
Lana Church
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hoboken, NJ 07030
Do you want to build a better life, let go of things that no longer help you, and finally be at peace? You don't have to suffer in silence. There are many ways to get out of a situation you are stuck in, and I can help, drawing from 10+ years of experience helping people 18 to 92 to overcome challenges, see different options to make wise decisions, create meaning, balance, and mindfulness. Teaching social work at Rutgers University for 9 years, I bring you the latest evidence-based research and practice.
Do you want to build a better life, let go of things that no longer help you, and finally be at peace? You don't have to suffer in silence. There are many ways to get out of a situation you are stuck in, and I can help, drawing from 10+ years of experience helping people 18 to 92 to overcome challenges, see different options to make wise decisions, create meaning, balance, and mindfulness. Teaching social work at Rutgers University for 9 years, I bring you the latest evidence-based research and practice.
Patricia Leahey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Millstone Township, NJ 08510
As a therapist for over 25 years I've been fortunate to witness the inspiring process of positive change in many wonderful and dedicated clients. I believe that a therapist is simply a guide on a journey through the navigations of life challenges. This belief is at the core of what motivates me to work with those who are struggling. Challenges can often seem overwhelming and too much to handle alone, which is why my approach emphasizes supportive exploration, identification, management, or elimination of the root problem.
As a therapist for over 25 years I've been fortunate to witness the inspiring process of positive change in many wonderful and dedicated clients. I believe that a therapist is simply a guide on a journey through the navigations of life challenges. This belief is at the core of what motivates me to work with those who are struggling. Challenges can often seem overwhelming and too much to handle alone, which is why my approach emphasizes supportive exploration, identification, management, or elimination of the root problem.
Working in the educational classroom setting for the past 13 years, I have the unique experience of understanding individuals whose profession (teachers, guidance, CST) has an impact on their other roles in life. Additionally, I also see the importance of adolescent executive skills such as time management and emotion regulation and how they play a role in proper development for post high school decisions. Finally, having primarily a math background in education, I am able to assist middle school and early high school population with some uncertainties they may have with academic tasks.
Working in the educational classroom setting for the past 13 years, I have the unique experience of understanding individuals whose profession (teachers, guidance, CST) has an impact on their other roles in life. Additionally, I also see the importance of adolescent executive skills such as time management and emotion regulation and how they play a role in proper development for post high school decisions. Finally, having primarily a math background in education, I am able to assist middle school and early high school population with some uncertainties they may have with academic tasks.
Psychotherapy to fit your needs. Clients seek therapy to equilibrate their lives. In a psychotherapeutic session, a safe, non-judgmental environment is created to help you feel comfortable, to talk freely about your issues. I use different therapeutic styles related to your problem. I help you to identify the core of your emotional trauma and to develop coping strategies to achieve a balance of body, mind and spirit. In a session, meditation and breathing exercises may be incorporated to help with inner self reflection. Also, I teach meditation and breathing exercise independently upon request.
Psychotherapy to fit your needs. Clients seek therapy to equilibrate their lives. In a psychotherapeutic session, a safe, non-judgmental environment is created to help you feel comfortable, to talk freely about your issues. I use different therapeutic styles related to your problem. I help you to identify the core of your emotional trauma and to develop coping strategies to achieve a balance of body, mind and spirit. In a session, meditation and breathing exercises may be incorporated to help with inner self reflection. Also, I teach meditation and breathing exercise independently upon request.
My ideal client is someone who actively participates in therapy sessions, demonstrating a commitment to their personal growth and well-being. While there may not be an ideal set of issues, I appreciate a client who is open to exploring and addressing the challenges they are facing, fostering a collaborative and honest therapeutic relationship. The ideal client is someone with a goal-oriented mindset. I value a client who sees therapy as a means to gain self-awareness and understanding.
My ideal client is someone who actively participates in therapy sessions, demonstrating a commitment to their personal growth and well-being. While there may not be an ideal set of issues, I appreciate a client who is open to exploring and addressing the challenges they are facing, fostering a collaborative and honest therapeutic relationship. The ideal client is someone with a goal-oriented mindset. I value a client who sees therapy as a means to gain self-awareness and understanding.
I serve the Latinx community to help destigmatize mental health in an active/collaborative process between client and therapist. I've worked with children, adults, families, groups who have been impacted by economic barriers, trauma, body image, psychosis, and grief. My ideal client has a variety of emotional, interpersonal, cultural/generational, and behavioral challenges who is simply looking to learn to heal/cope/navigate through current stressors in a fostering cultural environment. I seek to provide clients with a safe, nonjudgmental place to work through uncomfortable emotions while understanding their cultural values/norms.
I serve the Latinx community to help destigmatize mental health in an active/collaborative process between client and therapist. I've worked with children, adults, families, groups who have been impacted by economic barriers, trauma, body image, psychosis, and grief. My ideal client has a variety of emotional, interpersonal, cultural/generational, and behavioral challenges who is simply looking to learn to heal/cope/navigate through current stressors in a fostering cultural environment. I seek to provide clients with a safe, nonjudgmental place to work through uncomfortable emotions while understanding their cultural values/norms.
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (Online Only)
My passion is working with someone who is seeking support in navigating the challenges they face with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and adjusting through life's daily issues. I work with adults of all ages, but specialize working with adults 65 and over. They may be experiencing a variety of symptoms, such as constant worry, feelings of sadness or hopelessness, difficulty managing stress, adjusting to aging issues or a lack of confidence and self-worth. They recognize the impact these issues have on their daily life, relationships, and overall well-being, and are motivated to make positive changes.
My passion is working with someone who is seeking support in navigating the challenges they face with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and adjusting through life's daily issues. I work with adults of all ages, but specialize working with adults 65 and over. They may be experiencing a variety of symptoms, such as constant worry, feelings of sadness or hopelessness, difficulty managing stress, adjusting to aging issues or a lack of confidence and self-worth. They recognize the impact these issues have on their daily life, relationships, and overall well-being, and are motivated to make positive changes.
Transitions can be so difficult for us. If you are struggling with adjusting to a major life change, such as the end of a relationship or a significant loss, I can help you work through the challenges you are having and guide you in processing your feelings. If you are having difficulty within your relationship, I can work with you either individually or as a couple to improve communication, reconnect and understand each other better. If you are feeling depressed or anxious, I work closely with you to find the most effective ways to feel better.
Transitions can be so difficult for us. If you are struggling with adjusting to a major life change, such as the end of a relationship or a significant loss, I can help you work through the challenges you are having and guide you in processing your feelings. If you are having difficulty within your relationship, I can work with you either individually or as a couple to improve communication, reconnect and understand each other better. If you are feeling depressed or anxious, I work closely with you to find the most effective ways to feel better.
Daniel Feinstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030 (Online Only)
Hello! I am Dan Feinstein and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I have experience and training in CBT, ACT/Mindfulness, and ERP for OCD and Anxiety disorders. I treat a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, stress and more. I adapt my style and approach to meet the needs of clients' specific problems and goals. Different things work for different people but a supportive environment is necessary for everyone to make progress.
Hello! I am Dan Feinstein and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Masters degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I have experience and training in CBT, ACT/Mindfulness, and ERP for OCD and Anxiety disorders. I treat a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, stress and more. I adapt my style and approach to meet the needs of clients' specific problems and goals. Different things work for different people but a supportive environment is necessary for everyone to make progress.
Bringing 35 years of personal and professional attention to matters of the heart, mind, and (more recently) body, Dr. Slobodnik seeks to enrich ordinary life and relationships outside the cultural definitions of mental health.
Bringing 35 years of personal and professional attention to matters of the heart, mind, and (more recently) body, Dr. Slobodnik seeks to enrich ordinary life and relationships outside the cultural definitions of mental health.
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Verified Verified
Clifton, NJ 07012 (Online Only)
Is a serious illness or disability in your life impacting you? Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Do you feel lonely or lacking purpose? Are you no longer interested in the activities you once enjoyed? Are you feeling vulnerable as you age? Your emotions are normal reactions to the changes in your life and important aspects of your current challenges. I can help you explore them so that they no longer overwhelm you. By working with me to identify strategies to manage your feelings, you can adjust to these transitions and begin to feel better.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Little Silver, NJ 07739
Whether you are celebrating new successes or struggling to cope with heavy moments, you deserve to navigate each day knowing you have support beside you. I believe everyone deserves a person to help them find the power within themselves to journey through life with confidence and certainty that they can successfully accomplish all they set out to do. I focus on building rapport through non judgment and extended compassion to help you feel comfortable throughout your healing process.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
Like our fingerprints, there are no two people who will have the exact experiences, pain, struggles or stories. Everyone's pain will show up differently and everyone's story will have a tale that needs to be told. What is the same for most people is the need and want to find release from their pain, healing from their stories and a future to look forward to. When we work together, this is always our goal although our path to get there may look different from your friend, co-worker or family member. This is treatment designed for you and your unique story and needs.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, CCTP-II, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Denville, NJ 07834
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At an early age, I knew I wanted to help individuals work through difficult emotions and stressful situations. I've learned through the years, by changing our inner self-talk & learning coping skills to better deal with life stressors & past traumas, we can begin to live a happy, freeing, peaceful life. I am here for you; I provide a safe space with a trusting, non-judgmental, empathetic rapport that will help you feel comfortable in being vulnerable. I empower my clients & help them aspire to live their best lives by focusing on their strengths & providing coping skills to improve their quality of life!
At an early age, I knew I wanted to help individuals work through difficult emotions and stressful situations. I've learned through the years, by changing our inner self-talk & learning coping skills to better deal with life stressors & past traumas, we can begin to live a happy, freeing, peaceful life. I am here for you; I provide a safe space with a trusting, non-judgmental, empathetic rapport that will help you feel comfortable in being vulnerable. I empower my clients & help them aspire to live their best lives by focusing on their strengths & providing coping skills to improve their quality of life!
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Verified Verified
Haddon Township, NJ 08108 (Online Only)
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Branch, NJ 07740
Every person has the potential to create positive change in their life. Often many things get in way to achieve those goals, such trauma, depression, anxiety and fear. Far too often we struggle internally and not knowing where to turn. When life gets hard it is always wonderful to have someone there to help walk alongside with you through the hardships in life. My goal is to make this therapeutic experience as pleasing and positive for you. I am here to guide you through those hard patches along the way based on your needs.
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Ron Redmerski is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2016. He has an MA/EdS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Seton Hall University, an MBA in Finance, Investments & Banking from University of WisconsinMadison, an MA in Clinical Psychology from University of MissouriSt. Louis, a BA in Psychology from University of WisconsinMilwaukee, and a DoD: Department of Defense Special Operations Forces Diploma from JFK Special Warfare School. Ron's passion lies in helping individuals navigate through life's challenges and find a sense of peace and fulfillment.
Ron Redmerski is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2016. He has an MA/EdS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Seton Hall University, an MBA in Finance, Investments & Banking from University of WisconsinMadison, an MA in Clinical Psychology from University of MissouriSt. Louis, a BA in Psychology from University of WisconsinMilwaukee, and a DoD: Department of Defense Special Operations Forces Diploma from JFK Special Warfare School. Ron's passion lies in helping individuals navigate through life's challenges and find a sense of peace and fulfillment.
