Couples Counseling Therapists in New Jersey
As a psychotherapist, I have assisted individuals and families face the many challenging feelings that life brings. Whether you are dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-esteem, or just need guidance with navigating relationships and life transitions, I am here to help. Difficult life events or trauma may have shaped your past, but you have the power to define your future. Let’s rewrite your story together, focusing on your innate strengths and building your capacity to create a fulfilling life. Together, we can make sense of overwhelming emotions, work through relationship challenges, and transform shame into self-esteem.
As a psychotherapist, I have assisted individuals and families face the many challenging feelings that life brings. Whether you are dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-esteem, or just need guidance with navigating relationships and life transitions, I am here to help. Difficult life events or trauma may have shaped your past, but you have the power to define your future. Let’s rewrite your story together, focusing on your innate strengths and building your capacity to create a fulfilling life. Together, we can make sense of overwhelming emotions, work through relationship challenges, and transform shame into self-esteem.
Alfred A Borrelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Fort Lee, NJ 07024 (Online Only)
Empathy is essential to establishing a therapeutic relationship of course, and I have experienced trauma in my life several times and resolved it.
My specialties are addiction, mood disorders, initial assessment of neurological issues, ADD, trauma resolution, and stress-related conditions. I use Naltrexone and injectable Vivitrol to completely control urges. Examples of people I have helped with E.M.D.R.: a 50-year-old woman whose father verbally abused her and her sibling. Within one session, her trauma ended. A middle-aged male sustained a coma and severe injuries in a car accident. He regained his mental acuity to a mild degree, to continue his life. HEADAPP has improved those with brain impairment issues including stroke and ‘brain fog” from COVID.
Empathy is essential to establishing a therapeutic relationship of course, and I have experienced trauma in my life several times and resolved it.
My specialties are addiction, mood disorders, initial assessment of neurological issues, ADD, trauma resolution, and stress-related conditions. I use Naltrexone and injectable Vivitrol to completely control urges. Examples of people I have helped with E.M.D.R.: a 50-year-old woman whose father verbally abused her and her sibling. Within one session, her trauma ended. A middle-aged male sustained a coma and severe injuries in a car accident. He regained his mental acuity to a mild degree, to continue his life. HEADAPP has improved those with brain impairment issues including stroke and ‘brain fog” from COVID.
Raelyn Sprenkle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Edison, NJ 08817 (Online Only)
I help teens, women, parents and LGBTQIA+ folks to navigate anxiety, depression, parenting, and relationship intricacies. Are you feeling burnt out? Over worked at home, school and work? Does it feel like the pressures are mounting and you have no idea how to relax? Are you finding that your values are not aligning with those around you or that you aren't able to live your life in a way that is true to you? You are not alone! I'm here to help you find tangible skills to build peace and fulfillment in your life.
I help teens, women, parents and LGBTQIA+ folks to navigate anxiety, depression, parenting, and relationship intricacies. Are you feeling burnt out? Over worked at home, school and work? Does it feel like the pressures are mounting and you have no idea how to relax? Are you finding that your values are not aligning with those around you or that you aren't able to live your life in a way that is true to you? You are not alone! I'm here to help you find tangible skills to build peace and fulfillment in your life.
Emy Monday
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Randolph, NJ 07869 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We repeat what we don't repair. If it feels like you or your child is stuck in a cycle that isn't working for you and you're at your limit and don't know how to make anything better, please know two things: you are not alone and we can repair this. I am a licensed psychologist and I offer psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and parents. I have experience treating a wide variety of concerns. My style is warm, empathic, genuine, and caring. I believe in the collaborative process of therapy and my primary focus is on building a supportive and safe therapeutic relationship to help you (or your kiddo) face life's challenges.
We repeat what we don't repair. If it feels like you or your child is stuck in a cycle that isn't working for you and you're at your limit and don't know how to make anything better, please know two things: you are not alone and we can repair this. I am a licensed psychologist and I offer psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults, and parents. I have experience treating a wide variety of concerns. My style is warm, empathic, genuine, and caring. I believe in the collaborative process of therapy and my primary focus is on building a supportive and safe therapeutic relationship to help you (or your kiddo) face life's challenges.
Emily Rice
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wall Township, NJ 07719
Waitlist for new clients
In addition to 4+ years of general experience as a counselor, I am currently Level 1 certified in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and am working through Level 2.
As a licensed counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows you to grow. By prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, I hope to extend warmth and compassion that will allow you to lean into vulnerability and heal. Body image, self-concept & values clarification are passions of mine. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families looking to gain deeper insight into relationship dynamics, attachment style, nervous system regulation & self-exploration. I work most naturally through a feminist & existential lens while knowing there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
In addition to 4+ years of general experience as a counselor, I am currently Level 1 certified in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and am working through Level 2.
As a licensed counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows you to grow. By prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, I hope to extend warmth and compassion that will allow you to lean into vulnerability and heal. Body image, self-concept & values clarification are passions of mine. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families looking to gain deeper insight into relationship dynamics, attachment style, nervous system regulation & self-exploration. I work most naturally through a feminist & existential lens while knowing there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Counseling and coaching is not a job but a deliberate career choice. For over ten years, my focus has been to provide relationship, stress management, and supportive guidance counseling to aid individuals in achieving their fullest potential and living their best life. There is no greater achievement when you can achieve your goals and have a balanced and happy life. Through self-guidance and direction, you can learn to manage stress and life challenges, improve your health and relationships, and gain greater peace of mind.
Counseling and coaching is not a job but a deliberate career choice. For over ten years, my focus has been to provide relationship, stress management, and supportive guidance counseling to aid individuals in achieving their fullest potential and living their best life. There is no greater achievement when you can achieve your goals and have a balanced and happy life. Through self-guidance and direction, you can learn to manage stress and life challenges, improve your health and relationships, and gain greater peace of mind.
I also like to work with people who want a deeper experience, a more thoroughgoing kind of work on thorny relationship problems and personality level issues, where it's important to get to the root of the problem.
I provide therapy that is about growth, self-understanding, and becoming the person that you really are. Many of my patients come to see me at times of change or transition in their lives. Some come for help that is focused, specific, and relatively short-term. For example, many anxiety problems and life transition issues are suited to short-term work. I know how important it is for patients to feel heard and understood, by a therapist who is non-judgmental. Outcome research on psychodynamic therapy has shown that therapy sets in motion a process of personal growth that continues to develop even after therapy ends.
I also like to work with people who want a deeper experience, a more thoroughgoing kind of work on thorny relationship problems and personality level issues, where it's important to get to the root of the problem.
I provide therapy that is about growth, self-understanding, and becoming the person that you really are. Many of my patients come to see me at times of change or transition in their lives. Some come for help that is focused, specific, and relatively short-term. For example, many anxiety problems and life transition issues are suited to short-term work. I know how important it is for patients to feel heard and understood, by a therapist who is non-judgmental. Outcome research on psychodynamic therapy has shown that therapy sets in motion a process of personal growth that continues to develop even after therapy ends.
Dr. Janet Hoffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
West Orange, NJ 07052
Many of the people I work with have complicated stories and families. They have struggled with relationships and symptoms of different kinds and come to therapy to share their experiences, perhaps for the first time. I am an experienced therapist with a full-time private practice. I work with adults and adolescents to help them have healthier relationships and build self-esteem. As a Certified EMDR therapist, I use EMDR skills to assist in treating traumatic events and relational trauma. I help parents and adolescents address emotional needs. I help couples develop trust and intimacy through Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Many of the people I work with have complicated stories and families. They have struggled with relationships and symptoms of different kinds and come to therapy to share their experiences, perhaps for the first time. I am an experienced therapist with a full-time private practice. I work with adults and adolescents to help them have healthier relationships and build self-esteem. As a Certified EMDR therapist, I use EMDR skills to assist in treating traumatic events and relational trauma. I help parents and adolescents address emotional needs. I help couples develop trust and intimacy through Emotionally Focused Therapy.
My practice encompasses work with individuals, couples, families, children and group work from diverse backgrounds. My focus is to provide services for those who are struggling with conflicted relationships, anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting and communication issues. I also help clients to deal with life transitions and life stressors by helping them organize their thoughts and feelings to be more effective. A decision to begin therapy can be stressful and difficult; however successful therapeutic outcomes can be tremendously self empowering and rewarding. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate and a non-judgmental environment which is conducive to open dialogue.
My practice encompasses work with individuals, couples, families, children and group work from diverse backgrounds. My focus is to provide services for those who are struggling with conflicted relationships, anxiety, depression, anger management, parenting and communication issues. I also help clients to deal with life transitions and life stressors by helping them organize their thoughts and feelings to be more effective. A decision to begin therapy can be stressful and difficult; however successful therapeutic outcomes can be tremendously self empowering and rewarding. I strive to provide a safe, compassionate and a non-judgmental environment which is conducive to open dialogue.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Kathy also works with couples and families on relationship issues.
Kathy specializes in grief and loss related not only to death but also loss of identity that is often associated with divorce, empty nest, retirement, declining health, and loss of independence. She is pursuing certification in Perinatal Mental Health, including pre- and postpartum mood disorders, infertility, and perinatal loss.
Kathy also works with couples and families on relationship issues.
Kathy specializes in grief and loss related not only to death but also loss of identity that is often associated with divorce, empty nest, retirement, declining health, and loss of independence. She is pursuing certification in Perinatal Mental Health, including pre- and postpartum mood disorders, infertility, and perinatal loss.
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Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me to help you through this most important journey. My clients call me Dr. Dave and I am a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of professional experience. I am also the Director of the Hopewell Springs Counseling Center. My specialties include the assessment and treatment of a multitude of issues including anxiety (e.g., worries/fears, panic, OCD, trauma), depression (e.g., sadness, poor self esteem, hopelessness, loss of interest/pleasure), relationships/ couples, anger, and stress management. I utilize the latest in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Let’s connect today.
Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me to help you through this most important journey. My clients call me Dr. Dave and I am a licensed psychologist with over 25 years of professional experience. I am also the Director of the Hopewell Springs Counseling Center. My specialties include the assessment and treatment of a multitude of issues including anxiety (e.g., worries/fears, panic, OCD, trauma), depression (e.g., sadness, poor self esteem, hopelessness, loss of interest/pleasure), relationships/ couples, anger, and stress management. I utilize the latest in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Let’s connect today.
Emerge Behavioral Health
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, LPC, LSW, & LAC
Verified Verified
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Immediate availability for both in person and virtual appointments - Emerge Behavioral Health is a trauma-informed group practice comprised of compassionate and seasoned licensed mental health professionals that provide services to children/teens, young and mature adults, and couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, relationship, family, parent-child issues, behavioral/social problems, attentional difficulties, postpartum depression, women's issues, and substance use issues. Treatment modalities we utilize include person-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
Immediate availability for both in person and virtual appointments - Emerge Behavioral Health is a trauma-informed group practice comprised of compassionate and seasoned licensed mental health professionals that provide services to children/teens, young and mature adults, and couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, relationship, family, parent-child issues, behavioral/social problems, attentional difficulties, postpartum depression, women's issues, and substance use issues. Treatment modalities we utilize include person-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and EMDR.
With couples and families, I utilize a systems approach and train each family member to cultivate emotional regulation and resiliency.
With over 30 years of experience working with children and families, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders within the context of family therapy. In addition, my advocacy for children has informed my work as a reunification therapist for parents who have found themselves victims of parental alienation or estrangement from their children. Every child deserves to have a loving relationship with both parents whenever possible. I also specialize in ADHD diagnosis and treatment, including interfacing with both public schools and colleges. Treatment includes executive functioning skills development.
With couples and families, I utilize a systems approach and train each family member to cultivate emotional regulation and resiliency.
With over 30 years of experience working with children and families, I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and behavioral disorders within the context of family therapy. In addition, my advocacy for children has informed my work as a reunification therapist for parents who have found themselves victims of parental alienation or estrangement from their children. Every child deserves to have a loving relationship with both parents whenever possible. I also specialize in ADHD diagnosis and treatment, including interfacing with both public schools and colleges. Treatment includes executive functioning skills development.
I have an extensive background treating depression, anxiety, and eating disorders; resolving childhood abuse and other traumas, including the impact of parental or partner alcohol/substance use on relationships.
What do compulsive eating, poor sleep, preoccupation with repetitive thoughts or images, and/or self-doubt and sadness have in common? They are all highly treatable symptoms, which are often exacerbated by life change or stress. In my private practice I help my clients grow through such times. Life crises can be catalysts for greater self awareness. I can help you learn to better understand and manage emotions in order to alleviate symptoms and lead a happier and more productive life. I incorporate a range of strategies depending on your particular situation, needs and goals.
I have an extensive background treating depression, anxiety, and eating disorders; resolving childhood abuse and other traumas, including the impact of parental or partner alcohol/substance use on relationships.
What do compulsive eating, poor sleep, preoccupation with repetitive thoughts or images, and/or self-doubt and sadness have in common? They are all highly treatable symptoms, which are often exacerbated by life change or stress. In my private practice I help my clients grow through such times. Life crises can be catalysts for greater self awareness. I can help you learn to better understand and manage emotions in order to alleviate symptoms and lead a happier and more productive life. I incorporate a range of strategies depending on your particular situation, needs and goals.
Carol Freund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milford, NJ 08848
Waitlist for new clients
No matter how frustrated you feel right now, let your dreams guide you. Knowing what you want is a good start. Then together we can address what stands in your way --anxiety, fear, depression, old patterns, troubled relationships. Everyone wants success and love yet with all the seeming options, the basics may be harder than ever to achieve. Knowing when to stick with a relationship, when to leave, how to get and give the love you want; knowing how to parent, how to find the work you want, how to succeed once you find it. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who want to live up to their own potential.
No matter how frustrated you feel right now, let your dreams guide you. Knowing what you want is a good start. Then together we can address what stands in your way --anxiety, fear, depression, old patterns, troubled relationships. Everyone wants success and love yet with all the seeming options, the basics may be harder than ever to achieve. Knowing when to stick with a relationship, when to leave, how to get and give the love you want; knowing how to parent, how to find the work you want, how to succeed once you find it. I specialize in working with individuals and couples who want to live up to their own potential.
Developing Wellness Therapy Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08724
Developing Wellness Therapy Group is a multi-specialty group of licensed, highly skilled professionals that offer a variety of unique & ground-breaking specialties. We are currently promoting Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for Mental Health, Trauma & Emotional Disturbances; Substance Abuse & Addiction Counseling; Court Ordered Substance Abuse Evaluations & Probation Treatment; Imago Couples Counseling; Sex & Couples Therapy; Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for Mental Health, Addiction & Medication Cessation; & Nutrition Counseling for Mental Health, Food Addiction/ Relationship, Physical Health & Lifestyle.
Developing Wellness Therapy Group is a multi-specialty group of licensed, highly skilled professionals that offer a variety of unique & ground-breaking specialties. We are currently promoting Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for Mental Health, Trauma & Emotional Disturbances; Substance Abuse & Addiction Counseling; Court Ordered Substance Abuse Evaluations & Probation Treatment; Imago Couples Counseling; Sex & Couples Therapy; Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) for Mental Health, Addiction & Medication Cessation; & Nutrition Counseling for Mental Health, Food Addiction/ Relationship, Physical Health & Lifestyle.
Navigating life’s more difficult challenges can feel overwhelming at times. There are many paths to achieving a more fulfilling life, and there is no “one size fits all” method for counseling. I believe in applying a variety of counseling theories and techniques to meet each client’s individual needs and goals. A strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy and understanding is paramount in an effective counseling partnership, and I take great pride in creating an open and welcoming space for my clients.
Navigating life’s more difficult challenges can feel overwhelming at times. There are many paths to achieving a more fulfilling life, and there is no “one size fits all” method for counseling. I believe in applying a variety of counseling theories and techniques to meet each client’s individual needs and goals. A strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy and understanding is paramount in an effective counseling partnership, and I take great pride in creating an open and welcoming space for my clients.
Ivonne De Pascual
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
I love working in private practice offering counseling services for English and Spanish speaking individuals, families, couples and groups.
My life mission in counseling is best reflected by my slogan "Inspiring Lives...Healing Hearts." My passion for the counseling profession motivated me to be the founder of the Counseling Care Center. The Center creates a safe and embracing environment that allows clients to explore their problems in a trustful, non-judgmental and empathic counseling relationship. My goal is to help my clients to believe in themselves, overcome self-destructive behavior and gain healthy skills so that they can live their lives in a harmonious, peaceful and productive way.
I love working in private practice offering counseling services for English and Spanish speaking individuals, families, couples and groups.
My life mission in counseling is best reflected by my slogan "Inspiring Lives...Healing Hearts." My passion for the counseling profession motivated me to be the founder of the Counseling Care Center. The Center creates a safe and embracing environment that allows clients to explore their problems in a trustful, non-judgmental and empathic counseling relationship. My goal is to help my clients to believe in themselves, overcome self-destructive behavior and gain healthy skills so that they can live their lives in a harmonious, peaceful and productive way.
Danielle Cromartie-Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
I am a Psychotherapist with several years of counseling experience in a variety of settings including outpatient, residential treatment, and substance use treatment centers. I provide individual, family and relationship counseling for all. I have experience with adolescents and adults with various concerns, not limited to emotional distress, trauma history, anxiety, juvenile at risk behaviors, school behavioral concerns, cultural adjustment, and those dealing with relationship barriers.
I am a Psychotherapist with several years of counseling experience in a variety of settings including outpatient, residential treatment, and substance use treatment centers. I provide individual, family and relationship counseling for all. I have experience with adolescents and adults with various concerns, not limited to emotional distress, trauma history, anxiety, juvenile at risk behaviors, school behavioral concerns, cultural adjustment, and those dealing with relationship barriers.
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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.