Child Therapists in New Jersey
Peaceful Living Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701
A part of my practice is working with children ages 8-17 dealing with peer relationship issues, regulating emptions, and ADHD/ADD.
Are you struggling to meet your daily life goals, needs of your family, employment task expectations or academically? Is your child having difficulty forming or maintaining peer relationships? Is daily academic performance a challenge due to anxiety, sadness, sustained attention, focusing issues, poor organizational or time management skills? I help children, teens, college students, and adults to facilitate change, enhance wellness, and promote emotional growth. I'm solution focused and use an eclectic blend of therapeutic strategies to meet challenges faced interpersonally, at school, and in workplace.
A part of my practice is working with children ages 8-17 dealing with peer relationship issues, regulating emptions, and ADHD/ADD.
Are you struggling to meet your daily life goals, needs of your family, employment task expectations or academically? Is your child having difficulty forming or maintaining peer relationships? Is daily academic performance a challenge due to anxiety, sadness, sustained attention, focusing issues, poor organizational or time management skills? I help children, teens, college students, and adults to facilitate change, enhance wellness, and promote emotional growth. I'm solution focused and use an eclectic blend of therapeutic strategies to meet challenges faced interpersonally, at school, and in workplace.
Brad Morder
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
I have a significant background working with diverse populations including children with disabilities, DCP&P clients, families, adolescents, teens/young adults, and adults with persistent mental health.
I have over ten years of experience working with teenagers and young adults as well as adults and families with persistent mental health issues. My calm and approachable demeanor, humor, and communication style allow me to make you or your child feel comfortable and establish a positive and trusting relationship. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) nationally certified counselor (NCC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in the state of New Jersey.
I have a significant background working with diverse populations including children with disabilities, DCP&P clients, families, adolescents, teens/young adults, and adults with persistent mental health.
I have over ten years of experience working with teenagers and young adults as well as adults and families with persistent mental health issues. My calm and approachable demeanor, humor, and communication style allow me to make you or your child feel comfortable and establish a positive and trusting relationship. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) nationally certified counselor (NCC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in the state of New Jersey.
I work with children, adults, families and couples, and I view people as individuals with unique experiences, concerns, goals and preferences for addressing their issues.
If you are struggling with personal, family or relationship issues, I offer a slightly different approach than you might expect. Contrary to how some view therapy, I believe there is far more "right" than "wrong" with people who seek help -- strengths allowing them to overcome seemingly overwhelming obstacles. I'm a therapist, but I'm also a parent and husband who makes plenty of mistakes. Luckily, perfection isn't necessary or even desirable, as it often takes only small, positive changes to yield significant benefits. Things can get better, sometimes quickly, if you begin taking steps in the right direction.
I work with children, adults, families and couples, and I view people as individuals with unique experiences, concerns, goals and preferences for addressing their issues.
If you are struggling with personal, family or relationship issues, I offer a slightly different approach than you might expect. Contrary to how some view therapy, I believe there is far more "right" than "wrong" with people who seek help -- strengths allowing them to overcome seemingly overwhelming obstacles. I'm a therapist, but I'm also a parent and husband who makes plenty of mistakes. Luckily, perfection isn't necessary or even desirable, as it often takes only small, positive changes to yield significant benefits. Things can get better, sometimes quickly, if you begin taking steps in the right direction.
Currently I counsel many children that are perfectionistic, bright and sensitive yet are dealing with anxieties and fears.
I work with children and parents to provide strategic intervention combined with a supportive and non-judgmental approach. My technique is effective in reducing symptoms of anger, non-compliance, fighting, frustration and alienation in the parent/ child relationship as well as the family as a whole. I have over 40 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings; all of them focused on children and adolescents. For the last 20 years until now I have been a school social worker in a private school program serving children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, emotional and social problems.
Currently I counsel many children that are perfectionistic, bright and sensitive yet are dealing with anxieties and fears.
I work with children and parents to provide strategic intervention combined with a supportive and non-judgmental approach. My technique is effective in reducing symptoms of anger, non-compliance, fighting, frustration and alienation in the parent/ child relationship as well as the family as a whole. I have over 40 years of experience in a variety of clinical settings; all of them focused on children and adolescents. For the last 20 years until now I have been a school social worker in a private school program serving children with learning disabilities, attention deficit disorder, emotional and social problems.
As a music therapist and psychodramatist, I support and foster my clients' innate spontaneity and creativity, which are powerful resources for growth, change, and healing. In my 20 years of clinical work, I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults who are coping with difficult family situations, children and teens who have experienced trauma, and children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or other neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice also includes work with adults who are seeking to develop new alternatives for living, wanting to break free from old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer helpful.
As a music therapist and psychodramatist, I support and foster my clients' innate spontaneity and creativity, which are powerful resources for growth, change, and healing. In my 20 years of clinical work, I have extensive experience helping children, teens, and adults who are coping with difficult family situations, children and teens who have experienced trauma, and children and teens with autism spectrum disorder or other neurodevelopmental disabilities. My practice also includes work with adults who are seeking to develop new alternatives for living, wanting to break free from old, unhealthy patterns that are no longer helpful.
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment to explore any challenges you or your child may be facing.
As a licensed psychologist for 19 years, I'm devoted to the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. I've worked in various medical and educational settings and am licensed in NJ, NY and FL. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of psychological and behavioral disorders, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, school refusal, divorce, adolescent issues, & behavior disorders. I am skilled in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and their families and conduct psychoeducational evaluations for school placement. I am available for in-person and virtual sessions.
My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment to explore any challenges you or your child may be facing.
As a licensed psychologist for 19 years, I'm devoted to the treatment of children, adolescents, adults, and families. I've worked in various medical and educational settings and am licensed in NJ, NY and FL. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of psychological and behavioral disorders, including: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, school refusal, divorce, adolescent issues, & behavior disorders. I am skilled in psychological testing of children, adolescents, and their families and conduct psychoeducational evaluations for school placement. I am available for in-person and virtual sessions.
Chelsea L Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, NJ 07090
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, you have already conquered the hardest part by beginning your search.
We need two things when engaging in therapy: trust and respect. In order to create a positive therapeutic relationship, we need to feel connected with our therapist and be provided with a safe space to explore our inner world. Honoring and respecting those two factors are the most important interventions that can be used. Whether seeking improvements in behavior, increased emotion regulation, managing anxiety or depression, or seeking to understand past experiences; we will talk, we will play, we will laugh, we will grow- that goes for little ones, teens and grown ups.
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, you have already conquered the hardest part by beginning your search.
We need two things when engaging in therapy: trust and respect. In order to create a positive therapeutic relationship, we need to feel connected with our therapist and be provided with a safe space to explore our inner world. Honoring and respecting those two factors are the most important interventions that can be used. Whether seeking improvements in behavior, increased emotion regulation, managing anxiety or depression, or seeking to understand past experiences; we will talk, we will play, we will laugh, we will grow- that goes for little ones, teens and grown ups.
Lori J Tonti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manasquan, NJ 08736 (Online Only)
I am accepting new patients, however no afternoon or evening openings. All services are provided through Telehealth Only. At Affinity Counseling Services we believe counseling should be a place where you can feel relaxed, comfortable and safe. This is the atmosphere we strive to create. Our goal is to provide an environment where we develop an insight into and understanding of your current situation. This allows for change to occur, freeing you to enjoy all the good things life has to offer. I work with adults who struggle with everyday life challenges, and I specialize in the treatment of OCD in children, teens and adults.
I am accepting new patients, however no afternoon or evening openings. All services are provided through Telehealth Only. At Affinity Counseling Services we believe counseling should be a place where you can feel relaxed, comfortable and safe. This is the atmosphere we strive to create. Our goal is to provide an environment where we develop an insight into and understanding of your current situation. This allows for change to occur, freeing you to enjoy all the good things life has to offer. I work with adults who struggle with everyday life challenges, and I specialize in the treatment of OCD in children, teens and adults.
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!
Caitlyn Stephens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tinton Falls, NJ 07701
While parents often blame themselves for being part of the problem (which may not be true), parents are always part of the solution and treatment for their children's mental health.
Have you tried everything to help your child and nothing seems to be working? Maybe you've seen a therapist before and it wasn't helpful or your child refused to talk and it was a waste of time. I can help support you in understanding your child and their individualized needs. I specialize in teaching parents therapeutic interventions to use with their children at home to reduce meltdowns, decrease anxiety, and increase coping skills (for yourself and your child). And if working with you isn't enough to help your child, I am a registered play therapist able to communicate with children through play (no talking necessary).
While parents often blame themselves for being part of the problem (which may not be true), parents are always part of the solution and treatment for their children's mental health.
Have you tried everything to help your child and nothing seems to be working? Maybe you've seen a therapist before and it wasn't helpful or your child refused to talk and it was a waste of time. I can help support you in understanding your child and their individualized needs. I specialize in teaching parents therapeutic interventions to use with their children at home to reduce meltdowns, decrease anxiety, and increase coping skills (for yourself and your child). And if working with you isn't enough to help your child, I am a registered play therapist able to communicate with children through play (no talking necessary).
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07043
Waitlist for new clients
As a family Therapist, I have the incredible privilege of joining you on your journey towards empowerment and self-discovery. Within the safe haven of Conscious Cove, I extend my support not only to children and adolescents but also to adults seeking positive change. In this sacred space, I strive to create a warm and nurturing environment, a sanctuary where you can tenderly confront the challenges that may be holding you back. Together, we will craft personalized treatment goals, fostering growth and resilience amidst life's complexities.
As a family Therapist, I have the incredible privilege of joining you on your journey towards empowerment and self-discovery. Within the safe haven of Conscious Cove, I extend my support not only to children and adolescents but also to adults seeking positive change. In this sacred space, I strive to create a warm and nurturing environment, a sanctuary where you can tenderly confront the challenges that may be holding you back. Together, we will craft personalized treatment goals, fostering growth and resilience amidst life's complexities.
My theoretical approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Child-Centered Play therapy.
As a first-generation Asian-American born to immigrant parents, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and an advocate for the Deaf community, I believe that an individual’s cultures and communities are key factors in their self-actualization.
My theoretical approaches include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and Child-Centered Play therapy.
As a first-generation Asian-American born to immigrant parents, a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and an advocate for the Deaf community, I believe that an individual’s cultures and communities are key factors in their self-actualization.
Mars & Venus Counseling Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
Each specializes in different areas of psychotherapy for adults, couples, teens, and children.
Manhattan, and Parsippany, Denville, Hackensack, Teaneck, Oradell, Ridgewood, Ramsey, Paramus, NJ - Full-service counseling - Adult counseling - Couples counseling - Relationship counseling - Premarital counseling - Marriage counseling - Family counseling - Child counseling - Teen counseling - ADHD - Addiction counseling - Grief & bereavement counseling - Pet loss therapy - Stress and anxiety - Depression - Low self-esteem - Perfectionism - Worry - Indecision - Procrastination - Phobias - Assertiveness issues - Panic - Life Coaching / Daytime, evenings, weekends available / Spanish-speaking counselors / Most insurances welcomed.
Each specializes in different areas of psychotherapy for adults, couples, teens, and children.
Manhattan, and Parsippany, Denville, Hackensack, Teaneck, Oradell, Ridgewood, Ramsey, Paramus, NJ - Full-service counseling - Adult counseling - Couples counseling - Relationship counseling - Premarital counseling - Marriage counseling - Family counseling - Child counseling - Teen counseling - ADHD - Addiction counseling - Grief & bereavement counseling - Pet loss therapy - Stress and anxiety - Depression - Low self-esteem - Perfectionism - Worry - Indecision - Procrastination - Phobias - Assertiveness issues - Panic - Life Coaching / Daytime, evenings, weekends available / Spanish-speaking counselors / Most insurances welcomed.
Hello! My name is Aleksandra Kordal, LCSW and I am based in Central New Jersey. I received my Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2021. I have been working in the mental health field for about 5 years and I've been working with children and adolescents for about 8 years. Although my background is working with children and adolescents, I have recently expanded to working with young adults as well.
Hello! My name is Aleksandra Kordal, LCSW and I am based in Central New Jersey. I received my Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2021. I have been working in the mental health field for about 5 years and I've been working with children and adolescents for about 8 years. Although my background is working with children and adolescents, I have recently expanded to working with young adults as well.
Some feelings seem too intense and complicated for a child to put into words.
Your child is not acting herself. She was once so vibrant, bursting with personality and excitement for life. But now she complains of stomach aches and doesn’t want to go to school. She is nervous about so many things. You have tried to understand your child. You listen, validate, and explain to her why there is no need to worry. But you feel that the problem is growing instead of dying away. You feel stuck. Where is the way out? How can you bring the child you know, back?
Some feelings seem too intense and complicated for a child to put into words.
Your child is not acting herself. She was once so vibrant, bursting with personality and excitement for life. But now she complains of stomach aches and doesn’t want to go to school. She is nervous about so many things. You have tried to understand your child. You listen, validate, and explain to her why there is no need to worry. But you feel that the problem is growing instead of dying away. You feel stuck. Where is the way out? How can you bring the child you know, back?
First Children Services
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Maple Shade, NJ 08052 (Online Only)
Our goal and mission is to help children and their families.
Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.
Our goal and mission is to help children and their families.
Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.
I also have extensive experience and training in treating children, adolescents, and their families.
If you are struggling with something, no matter how big or small, I invite you to join me in working towards the changes you deserve. My practice is science-informed and client-centered, meaning I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each individual person. Every one of my clients is treated with professionalism and extra doses of empathy and compassion. We are all human, after all! Even in difficult circumstances, I have been amazed and humbled by my client's ability to learn and grow.
I also have extensive experience and training in treating children, adolescents, and their families.
If you are struggling with something, no matter how big or small, I invite you to join me in working towards the changes you deserve. My practice is science-informed and client-centered, meaning I tailor my approach to the specific needs of each individual person. Every one of my clients is treated with professionalism and extra doses of empathy and compassion. We are all human, after all! Even in difficult circumstances, I have been amazed and humbled by my client's ability to learn and grow.
Megan Alberti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Hiawatha, NJ 07034
We all struggle from time to time, but recently you’ve been feeling more burnt out than usual. Perhaps you’ve been dealing with constant worry, feelings of overwhelm, sleepless nights or just a general dissatisfaction with life. Sometimes the thought runs through your head of “is it supposed to feel like this?” or maybe you’re hounded by the feeling of “this is not where I should be in life.” Sometimes you may even wonder if you’re a good friend, spouse, parent, or child. On the outside, you probably appear to be functioning and successful. On the inside, you feel prisoner to your negative thoughts and perfectionism.
We all struggle from time to time, but recently you’ve been feeling more burnt out than usual. Perhaps you’ve been dealing with constant worry, feelings of overwhelm, sleepless nights or just a general dissatisfaction with life. Sometimes the thought runs through your head of “is it supposed to feel like this?” or maybe you’re hounded by the feeling of “this is not where I should be in life.” Sometimes you may even wonder if you’re a good friend, spouse, parent, or child. On the outside, you probably appear to be functioning and successful. On the inside, you feel prisoner to your negative thoughts and perfectionism.
Dana Kaspereen
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Florham Park, NJ 07932
I provide a supportive, warm, and empathetic atmosphere in order to help each person find peace, happiness, and comfort in their lives and relationships. I provide services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families and offer individual therapy, marriage and couples counseling, family systems therapy, substance abuse and addiction counseling and assessments.
I provide a supportive, warm, and empathetic atmosphere in order to help each person find peace, happiness, and comfort in their lives and relationships. I provide services to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families and offer individual therapy, marriage and couples counseling, family systems therapy, substance abuse and addiction counseling and assessments.
