Lesbian Therapists in Atlantic County, NJ

My strengths-based approach combines cognitive and dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused techniques and holistic ways to treat your entire being including mind, body, and spirit. My approach also embraces a positive view of queer identities and relationships while addressing the negative influences that homophobia, transphobia, and heterosexism have on the lives of the LGBTQ community. I personally understand there can be complicated feelings towards your own sexuality/gender identity along with the struggles of being a queer person of color, and can help you navigate these adversities.

I work with adolescents and adults as individuals, couples, and families, with issues such as addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, interpersonal difficulties, intimacy struggles, and existential crises. People inherently want to feel at peace, safe, secure, understood, and cared about .

With over twenty five years of experience, Noël specializes in assisting people of all ages struggling with: Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Emotional Regulation & Anger, Gender Identity & Expression, LGBTQI+ topics, Non-suicidal Self-injury, Suicidal Thoughts, and Trauma. Noël’s trauma work has included car accidents, domestic violence, incest, sexual assault, and death-related trauma. Noël is a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and also certified in Critical Incident Stress Management. Noël has been recognized by Rutgers University as a Subject Matter Expert on the topic of adolescents.

It happened again. Another intense relationship where you end up feeling broken, betrayed, and abandoned. “How am I supposed to trust people,” you wonder, “if everyone I care about hurts me?” You’re consumed by what people think of you. A minor slight in traffic or a sideways look from a coworker can send you spiraling into insecurity. You desperately long for some relief from this pain. You have big aspirations and want so badly to break free from your self-doubt and pursue them. But you’re scared. You’ve put yourself out there and been hurt so many times before that you’re unsure if you can do it again. It feels hopeless.

I am here to work with individuals, couples and families who need a safe, nonjudgmental environment to deal with life's challenges. I work well with people who need their issues dealt with in a kind and caring manner. My goal is to learn how you see your world; not how I or anybody else would choose to see it. I will help you discover your strengths in order to learn how to overcome your challenges. My job is to help you recognize how you are special and worthy of enjoying your life on your terms.

Call today, if you feel stuck, sad, irritable, confused or alone. I would be honored to help guide you or your loved one on their journey. If you have experienced a major loss, setback, or something that has you questioning decisions you have made, I can help. First, I want to understand your story, what you have experienced, who you are and what you want to change. Then I will draw from my 20 plus years of direct, client experience to assist in creating your "roadmap to change." I am certified in full protocol EMDR, trained in CBT, DBT, and IFS. You are not alone and there is hope, regardless of how dark things may seem at times.

The counseling relationship provides a unique opportunity to partner with a caring professional to examine life events together in a safe environment, generate personal insight/awareness and identify areas for empowered change. We all have the greatest potential for growth when we understand our thoughts, feelings, behaviors and the critical themes in our individual stories. This process allows us to navigate through adversity toward authentic meaning and purpose.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience. I have worked as a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor and social worker in a variety of treatment settings. My background is diverse; serving families, adolescents/children, and individuals. I received my Master’s in Clinical Social Work at Rutgers University and have been an independent clinician since 2015. I pride myself on having a stance of radical acceptance and support to overcome the many challenges people may face today, including depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, and lgbtqia+ issues.

Everyday you come home exhausted. Anxiety and stressed has drained you. Normal everyday life feels just to heavy. Panic attacks, lack of sleep and intrusive thoughts are now just a part of your day. Depression creeps in and you think how did I get here. Family and friends try to talk to you but it hard to talk to them. who would really understand what life feels like to you. Things have happened in the past that still linger. Hypervigilance, mistrust and feeling unsafe has become part of your core being and if feels unsettling. The struggle to stay present is real and tiresome. Feeling joy feels impossible but not hopeless.

​Reading generic paragraphs of why each therapist may be the best fit for you may be overwhelming. Regardless of the motivation to seek therapy, you are looking for someone that you feel comfortable with and feel that you can trust. A relaxing environment where you feel at ease and validated. At Mindfully Active, we offer an array of therapy modalities and therapists that specialize in specific niches. When you sign up, we match you with the best therapist fit to treat your needs.

I utilize creativity and autonomy through art therapy and talk therapy to create a safe environment to promote healing for all ages. Sometimes it is difficult to find the words to express ourselves and art can be another way to communicate those thoughts, feelings and experiences. Or just talking if you prefer! I specialize in managing symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, emotion dysregulation as well as addictive behaviors.

We feel the most powerful aspect of therapy is the connection within the relationship. Aside from their unique and extensive experience, our therapists are hired mostly for their personalities: Making it easy for our clients to connect. Mindfully Active's environment feels like home with down-to-earth and relatable therapists. We work with all ages and symptoms. A few of our specialties are depression, anxiety, trauma and ADHD. We offer talk therapy, art therapy and EMDR therapy. Our therapists are trained in a variety of modalities and bring their own style of therapy to Mindfully Active.

Jamie’s personal and professional mission is to guide people toward authenticity, genuine intimacy, and connection. She brings a soothing and sensible energy to therapy. She believes her clients are capable of healing and growth through self-exploration, creativity, conscious awareness, and intentional goals and actions. Her clients have shared that what they appreciate about her most is her warmth, humor, and relaxed nature. She will embrace you fully while also challenging you and being direct with insights, guidance, and advisory.

Hello! Reaching out for help can be difficult, but YOU did it. Thank you for considering me as your therapist. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) specializing in: couples/relationship challenges, grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. I am also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol Drug Counselor (LCADC). I utilize a person-centered approach pulling from treatment modalities such as Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT).

You are aware of your challenges, stuck in patterns of thought, action or inaction that you can't seem to escape. Your life, and/or the relationship you want, is waiting for you, but you can't get to it. There's something on the other side of this feeling, as if you are missing something. I offer creative, practical treatment that promotes resilience and helps you build the life you imagine using an engaged, creative approach. When you feel you no longer need to see me, and you trust the coping skills and perspective you have developed, our work is complete, and that is my goal for our work together. I'm licensed in NY/CA/NJ and PA.

I am a Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is passionate and hard working. I like to offer clients a trusting and relaxed environment to better themselves. I have been working in the mental health field for over ten years. I have experience helping clients with a variety of issues; depression, anxiety, divorce, loss, sexual identity, trauma, addiction, etc. I have worked predominately with adults and teens. I use clinically approved approaches tailored to the needs of my clients such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person Centered therapy.

Each person, male or female, is accepted as a unique individual and accepted for where they are at this point in time. I bring an awareness that an individual's behavior and feelings are multidetermined by many complex factors - family of origin, societal, interpersonal relationships and individual characteristics and experiences. Understanding, change and better adaptation are feasible goals for all individuals.

If you are struggling with day to day stress, need help sorting your thoughts, need help formulating goals or learning better coping skills or even if you have been struggling with chronic mental health issues, we are here to help you meet your individual goals. We work with clients to develop an individualized treatment plan to ensure that individual needs are being met. We utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques with a client centered strengths-based approach. We offer services to people ranging in age from adolescents to adults, and we also offer family and couples counseling. We have several therapists available!

I am hoping to provide guidance and support to individuals experiencing difficulty in coping with the struggles of everyday life. I aim to provide empathy and direct feedback to facilitate the healing process of addiction, anxiety, depression and other co-ocurring mental health diagnoses. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey and will see clients in person in NJ and via Telehealth in PA.