Therapists in Berkeley Heights, NJ
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Kathleen Bakos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
It's hard to admit needing help sometimes. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or inertia about self-motivated change? If you're struggling with managing anxiety or depression, infertility, adoption issues, trauma, LGBTQ, ADHD, child behavior, mariage, or impulse control I can help. I will "meet you where you are" emotionally, and together we can navigate what you are experiencing. I want to walk with you while you find mental wellness, manage stressors, obtain clarity, and gain the peace of mind that you deserve. There's much healing in being heard, understood, and taking time to process emotions.
It's hard to admit needing help sometimes. Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed, lost, or inertia about self-motivated change? If you're struggling with managing anxiety or depression, infertility, adoption issues, trauma, LGBTQ, ADHD, child behavior, mariage, or impulse control I can help. I will "meet you where you are" emotionally, and together we can navigate what you are experiencing. I want to walk with you while you find mental wellness, manage stressors, obtain clarity, and gain the peace of mind that you deserve. There's much healing in being heard, understood, and taking time to process emotions.
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Lisa Lucas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Lisa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues: anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiance and conduct disorders, trauma, grief and loss, different forms of abuse, and adjustment disorders. Lisa also is knowledgeable in the fields of learning disorders and special education, autism, adoption and foster care, separation/ divorce/blended families, chronic health issues, and chronic pain. She has advanced certification in Adoption Studies. Lisa is licensed in New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Lisa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families on a variety of issues: anxiety, depression, ADHD, oppositional defiance and conduct disorders, trauma, grief and loss, different forms of abuse, and adjustment disorders. Lisa also is knowledgeable in the fields of learning disorders and special education, autism, adoption and foster care, separation/ divorce/blended families, chronic health issues, and chronic pain. She has advanced certification in Adoption Studies. Lisa is licensed in New Jersey, Massachusetts and Connecticut.
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Grace McAlindin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Notice an increase in anxiety, depression, and/or stress in recent years? Worried your anxiety has begun to affect self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, or overall enjoyment in life? Living with this is difficult and does not need to be managed alone. By offering a welcoming space and utilizing an individualized evidence-based approach I aim to help clients reach their personal goals. I utilize a strengths-based approach to empower clients to challenge negative self-talk, support emotional regulation, and develop healthy coping skills.
Notice an increase in anxiety, depression, and/or stress in recent years? Worried your anxiety has begun to affect self-esteem, interpersonal relationships, or overall enjoyment in life? Living with this is difficult and does not need to be managed alone. By offering a welcoming space and utilizing an individualized evidence-based approach I aim to help clients reach their personal goals. I utilize a strengths-based approach to empower clients to challenge negative self-talk, support emotional regulation, and develop healthy coping skills.
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
I pride myself on my ability to connect with clients and build a relationship that allows you to flourish by amplifying your innate strengths and eliminating barriers. In life, we often find ourselves continuously engaging in patterns that lead to stress, anxiety, uncertainty, low self-worth, and unproductivity. I am here to help recognize where these patterns come from and how we can move beyond. Let’s work together toward creating the life you’ve imagined. To name a few, I specialize in working with individuals affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses.
I pride myself on my ability to connect with clients and build a relationship that allows you to flourish by amplifying your innate strengths and eliminating barriers. In life, we often find ourselves continuously engaging in patterns that lead to stress, anxiety, uncertainty, low self-worth, and unproductivity. I am here to help recognize where these patterns come from and how we can move beyond. Let’s work together toward creating the life you’ve imagined. To name a few, I specialize in working with individuals affected by anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses.
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Are you stressed, stuck, and burned out? Are past events haunting you? Stress, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and life happens. When life gets tough, a therapist is a great resource for help and support. I hope you will let me be a part of your journey and allow me to assist you in overcoming mental health obstacles.
Are you stressed, stuck, and burned out? Are past events haunting you? Stress, depression, anxiety, relational issues, and life happens. When life gets tough, a therapist is a great resource for help and support. I hope you will let me be a part of your journey and allow me to assist you in overcoming mental health obstacles.
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In these stressful times, feelings of anxiety and isolation can be overwhelming. I am here to support you. I can help you cope with all your stress, whether you feel depressed, anxious, disconnected ... or just feel like you are stuck where you are. Together we can explore strategies to help you manage your feelings, what's getting in your way, and uncover ways you can begin to move forward. We can develop a treatment plan with goals that are both meaningful and achievable. Then I can help you understand where you are, decide where you want to be, and very importantly, how to get there. Call me for a consultation to get going!
In these stressful times, feelings of anxiety and isolation can be overwhelming. I am here to support you. I can help you cope with all your stress, whether you feel depressed, anxious, disconnected ... or just feel like you are stuck where you are. Together we can explore strategies to help you manage your feelings, what's getting in your way, and uncover ways you can begin to move forward. We can develop a treatment plan with goals that are both meaningful and achievable. Then I can help you understand where you are, decide where you want to be, and very importantly, how to get there. Call me for a consultation to get going!
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Kayla's specialties include working with older adults, as well as with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, chronic illness/chronic pain, grief, end of life issues, and challenges related to life transitions. Kayla also has experience providing care for individuals facing depression, body image issues, substance abuse/co-occurring disorders, and LGBTQ+ related challenges.
Kayla's specialties include working with older adults, as well as with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, chronic illness/chronic pain, grief, end of life issues, and challenges related to life transitions. Kayla also has experience providing care for individuals facing depression, body image issues, substance abuse/co-occurring disorders, and LGBTQ+ related challenges.
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Stephanie has worked with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety,stress, depression, low self-esteem, and life transition. Stephanie also has experience working with co-occurring disorders in both Outpatient and Residential settings.
Stephanie has worked with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety,stress, depression, low self-esteem, and life transition. Stephanie also has experience working with co-occurring disorders in both Outpatient and Residential settings.
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An ideal client for a mental health professional would be an individual with a mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc., who demonstrates the motivation to change and improve their well-being. This client should be committed to attending therapy sessions regularly, keeping appointments, and actively engaging in the therapeutic process to manage or overcome their diagnosis.
An ideal client for a mental health professional would be an individual with a mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc., who demonstrates the motivation to change and improve their well-being. This client should be committed to attending therapy sessions regularly, keeping appointments, and actively engaging in the therapeutic process to manage or overcome their diagnosis.
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Allison Peters
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Hello! My name is Allie, and I am a professional counselor. I decided to become a counselor because I enjoy being a support system. I have worked in partial care transitional housing facilities and have an extensive background in providing outpatient counseling services. I use a trauma-informed, holistic, and strengths-based approach with all my clients. I also commonly use CBT, MI, expressive therapy, and solution-focused strategies in sessions. Most recently, I was trained in TF-CBT by the CARES institute for adolescent survivors of abuse.
Hello! My name is Allie, and I am a professional counselor. I decided to become a counselor because I enjoy being a support system. I have worked in partial care transitional housing facilities and have an extensive background in providing outpatient counseling services. I use a trauma-informed, holistic, and strengths-based approach with all my clients. I also commonly use CBT, MI, expressive therapy, and solution-focused strategies in sessions. Most recently, I was trained in TF-CBT by the CARES institute for adolescent survivors of abuse.
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Annette Ferrigno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
I am a Licensed Clincial Worker practicing for nearly 25 years. I am passionate about working with families and individuals to create more calm and balance in their lives. When individuals create a sense of calm within themselves; this can permeate outwards. Our goal together would be to sustain this sense of calm within your life. Creating this will help nurture more compassion with family, friends and in at your work place. My goal is to help my clients see both their strengths and weaknesses and to find a balance between the two. I provide an environment that is filled with warmth, empathy and acceptance.
I am a Licensed Clincial Worker practicing for nearly 25 years. I am passionate about working with families and individuals to create more calm and balance in their lives. When individuals create a sense of calm within themselves; this can permeate outwards. Our goal together would be to sustain this sense of calm within your life. Creating this will help nurture more compassion with family, friends and in at your work place. My goal is to help my clients see both their strengths and weaknesses and to find a balance between the two. I provide an environment that is filled with warmth, empathy and acceptance.
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Lisa Paddock Psychotherapist And Divorce Mediator
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Providence, NJ 07974
The decision to seek counseling can be a difficult one for many people, and choosing a therapist can be a daunting task. The client and therapist partnership must "work" in order for it to succeed. There must be a connection, an atmosphere of respect, support, trust, and caring - a dedication to the process by both parties. In this way, the search for understanding can bring insight, healing, growth, positive change, and a greater potential for happiness. We never know where within an individual's experience may lie the key to a breakthrough. It's a journey to well being that can begin right now.
The decision to seek counseling can be a difficult one for many people, and choosing a therapist can be a daunting task. The client and therapist partnership must "work" in order for it to succeed. There must be a connection, an atmosphere of respect, support, trust, and caring - a dedication to the process by both parties. In this way, the search for understanding can bring insight, healing, growth, positive change, and a greater potential for happiness. We never know where within an individual's experience may lie the key to a breakthrough. It's a journey to well being that can begin right now.
![Photo of Theresa Lotano, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/38e04df0-48ba-4e3a-b566-1e84929168c6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Theresa is experienced working with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. Some treatment issues Theresa specializes in include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, adjustment issues/life transitions, self-harm, parenting skills/parent-child dynamics, and grief/loss.
Theresa is experienced working with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. Some treatment issues Theresa specializes in include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, adjustment issues/life transitions, self-harm, parenting skills/parent-child dynamics, and grief/loss.
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My ideal client is someone who feels like their life just isn’t working - maybe they’re struggling with unresolved anxiety and depression or leaning on alcohol or marijuana a little too much to cope with everyday stressors. Maybe they’re going through a big life transition or just aren’t satisfied with their relationships. Whatever their current issues are, this person wants to feel better but doesn’t know how to get there. They are open to therapy and ready to see where it could lead them.
My ideal client is someone who feels like their life just isn’t working - maybe they’re struggling with unresolved anxiety and depression or leaning on alcohol or marijuana a little too much to cope with everyday stressors. Maybe they’re going through a big life transition or just aren’t satisfied with their relationships. Whatever their current issues are, this person wants to feel better but doesn’t know how to get there. They are open to therapy and ready to see where it could lead them.
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Maxine has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group settings. She specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and stress management. Maxine has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused treatment, and Structural Family Therapy.
Maxine has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group settings. She specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, relationship issues, and stress management. Maxine has specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-focused treatment, and Structural Family Therapy.
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Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and their are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy, we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.
Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and their are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy, we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.
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Jay has field experience working with adults re-adjusting back into the community as they overcome mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Jay has been working with children and adolescents for the past 5 years in a partial hospitalization program, providing group, individual and family therapy across different roles and modalities. Jay has encountered those who are working through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, ODD, parenting challenges, cultural conflicts, and Autism. Jay takes on a person-centered, nurtured heart approach that allows the client to build a safe and nurturing environment during the therapeutic process.
Jay has field experience working with adults re-adjusting back into the community as they overcome mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Jay has been working with children and adolescents for the past 5 years in a partial hospitalization program, providing group, individual and family therapy across different roles and modalities. Jay has encountered those who are working through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, ODD, parenting challenges, cultural conflicts, and Autism. Jay takes on a person-centered, nurtured heart approach that allows the client to build a safe and nurturing environment during the therapeutic process.
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Robyn Krugman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Depression, anxiety and problems in relationships often cause deep anguish and pain, just getting by each day can be difficult. We often struggle in silence, believing things will never get better or that no one could understand. Well-meaning friends and family urge us to “just get over it”-but that often that makes us feel alone. I believe every person possesses the potential to transform their life. With the right support and ability to learn healthy coping skills, we will work together in a collaborative process to create the change you have been waiting for. Therapy is a place just for you, to be heard, validated and supported.
Depression, anxiety and problems in relationships often cause deep anguish and pain, just getting by each day can be difficult. We often struggle in silence, believing things will never get better or that no one could understand. Well-meaning friends and family urge us to “just get over it”-but that often that makes us feel alone. I believe every person possesses the potential to transform their life. With the right support and ability to learn healthy coping skills, we will work together in a collaborative process to create the change you have been waiting for. Therapy is a place just for you, to be heard, validated and supported.
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Lori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, adults, grandparents, and couples in one on one sessions or in groups. She can help with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, family problems, marital/relationship, and ADHD among other issues.
Lori is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with children, adolescents, adults, grandparents, and couples in one on one sessions or in groups. She can help with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, family problems, marital/relationship, and ADHD among other issues.
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An ideal client for a mental health professional would be an individual with a mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc., who demonstrates the motivation to change and improve their well-being. This client should be committed to attending therapy sessions regularly, keeping appointments, and actively engaging in the therapeutic process to manage or overcome their diagnosis.
An ideal client for a mental health professional would be an individual with a mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc., who demonstrates the motivation to change and improve their well-being. This client should be committed to attending therapy sessions regularly, keeping appointments, and actively engaging in the therapeutic process to manage or overcome their diagnosis.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.