Therapists in Blackwood, NJ
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Wendy Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Blackwood, NJ 08012
I use an integrative approach (specifically personalized for each couple) to treat couples dealing with issues including: affairs, betrayal, loss of intimacy, communication issues, blended family issues, conflict management, premarital counseling and more.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Do you feel unable to make it through a day without panic or fear? Does life seem hopeless because of your anxiety? Is it affecting your relationships, job, or quality of life? Do you have a loved one who is struggling with anxiety? Have you been diagnosed with OCD? Are you struggling with marital conflict? I can offer you hope! I utilize evidenced-based treatment that can bring you relief from your anxiety symptoms and healing for your relationships. Don't remain in pain another day.
I use an integrative approach (specifically personalized for each couple) to treat couples dealing with issues including: affairs, betrayal, loss of intimacy, communication issues, blended family issues, conflict management, premarital counseling and more.
Are you struggling with anxiety? Do you feel unable to make it through a day without panic or fear? Does life seem hopeless because of your anxiety? Is it affecting your relationships, job, or quality of life? Do you have a loved one who is struggling with anxiety? Have you been diagnosed with OCD? Are you struggling with marital conflict? I can offer you hope! I utilize evidenced-based treatment that can bring you relief from your anxiety symptoms and healing for your relationships. Don't remain in pain another day.
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Susan K Childers
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Blackwood, NJ 08012
She has trained at the IFS Institute for Internal Family Systems Therapy and IFIO Couples Therapy, the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Gottman Institute for Couples Therapy.
Susan K. Childers is a seasoned business professional in the mental health counseling field. As a member of several national and state counseling associations and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in NJ and PA, she has served in private practice for 18 years. Utilizing evidence-based practices and interventions to transform problem issues into healthier living, Susan works with families, couples, adolescents, and women who have experienced life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and career issues. She offers a faith-based option.
She has trained at the IFS Institute for Internal Family Systems Therapy and IFIO Couples Therapy, the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the Gottman Institute for Couples Therapy.
Susan K. Childers is a seasoned business professional in the mental health counseling field. As a member of several national and state counseling associations and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in NJ and PA, she has served in private practice for 18 years. Utilizing evidence-based practices and interventions to transform problem issues into healthier living, Susan works with families, couples, adolescents, and women who have experienced life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and career issues. She offers a faith-based option.
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Brian Stemetzki is a LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Turnersville, NJ. Brian is the director and main therapist for A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services. With over 15 years experience in social work, and as a graduate of Rutgers University specializing in counseling therapy, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Brian Stemetzki is a LCSW specializing in individual, couples and family therapy, and maintains a private practice in Turnersville, NJ. Brian is the director and main therapist for A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services. With over 15 years experience in social work, and as a graduate of Rutgers University specializing in counseling therapy, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among his areas of expertise are Hypnotherapy, Eye Movement and Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
![Photo of Allison Rosevelt - About Relationships, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3fc62796-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As an LMFT (licensed marriage and family therapist), I use a very systemic approach, which means I consider all influences and factors in my clients' concerns.
It can be so difficult sometimes to make lasting change in our relationships. If you feel like you have tried everything possible to fix things or make things work with little or no success, don't give up just yet. I'm all About Relationships! I can help you seek new perspective, build new communication skills, and enhance the mutual respect in your relationships. Let me help you bring about lasting change in your relationships whether they be family, friends, and/ or partners. I've treated behavioral challenges, infidelity, commitment challenges, parenting challenges, and more. Talk to you soon!
As an LMFT (licensed marriage and family therapist), I use a very systemic approach, which means I consider all influences and factors in my clients' concerns.
It can be so difficult sometimes to make lasting change in our relationships. If you feel like you have tried everything possible to fix things or make things work with little or no success, don't give up just yet. I'm all About Relationships! I can help you seek new perspective, build new communication skills, and enhance the mutual respect in your relationships. Let me help you bring about lasting change in your relationships whether they be family, friends, and/ or partners. I've treated behavioral challenges, infidelity, commitment challenges, parenting challenges, and more. Talk to you soon!
![Photo of Joe Willis, LAMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b1f9b538-aea2-4949-875e-3a4118b4e830/2/320x400.png)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have a passion for working with your relationship within yourself and with others.
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I have a passion for working with your relationship within yourself and with others.
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
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Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Blackwood, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
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Victoria Boccella
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Blackwood, NJ 08012
I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a profound commitment to fostering healthy family dynamics and supporting individual growth. I have a great passion for working with families and children and provide a safe space for families, children and couples to address their unique needs and support their emotional well-being. I am dedicated to empowering my clients to realize their full potential.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist with a profound commitment to fostering healthy family dynamics and supporting individual growth. I have a great passion for working with families and children and provide a safe space for families, children and couples to address their unique needs and support their emotional well-being. I am dedicated to empowering my clients to realize their full potential.
![Photo of Rebecca Austin, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fc181523-3755-43e5-895b-dc8b236b9ec0/2/320x400.png)
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I wanted to get into the mental health field from a young age, as I was always surrounded by friends and family who struggled with mental health.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
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Courtney Donner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blackwood, NJ 08012
I have a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy.
My approach begins with the belief that individuals are resilient and may benefit from utilizing their own strengths to increase their resilience. Individuals often ask, “How do I build on my personal strengths?” My philosophy is that it is about identifying several factors; What you are passionate about? What motivates you? What interests allow you to be excited about today and look forward to tomorrow? Identification of these variables assist in attaining lifestyle balance, developing healthy coping skills, recognizing your priorities and problem solving.
I have a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy.
My approach begins with the belief that individuals are resilient and may benefit from utilizing their own strengths to increase their resilience. Individuals often ask, “How do I build on my personal strengths?” My philosophy is that it is about identifying several factors; What you are passionate about? What motivates you? What interests allow you to be excited about today and look forward to tomorrow? Identification of these variables assist in attaining lifestyle balance, developing healthy coping skills, recognizing your priorities and problem solving.
![Photo of Gail Wilkins, LSW](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/b27ef14f-9f8b-404c-a903-4c7ce60a3f39/1/320x400.png)
I enjoy working with people who want to improve their life experience, grow as individuals and in relationships, and define and improve their well-being in a collaborative, holistic therapeutic experience. Young adults often speak to me about understanding and resolving their issues, breaking dysfunctional patterns, and developing a healthy sense of self. Overwhelmed parents often come to improve their family relationships and functioning. Adults with a variety of life experiences engage with me to work on issues to gain the insight and empowerment needed to meet their goals, no matter how big or small.
I enjoy working with people who want to improve their life experience, grow as individuals and in relationships, and define and improve their well-being in a collaborative, holistic therapeutic experience. Young adults often speak to me about understanding and resolving their issues, breaking dysfunctional patterns, and developing a healthy sense of self. Overwhelmed parents often come to improve their family relationships and functioning. Adults with a variety of life experiences engage with me to work on issues to gain the insight and empowerment needed to meet their goals, no matter how big or small.
![Photo of Jessica Renee Blanding-Coleman, MS, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/53e1adf2-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Jessica Renee Blanding-Coleman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Blackwood, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
If only life were as easy as scrolling through counselor profiles. Let me help you bring healing and understanding to life's difficulties so you can move past them and into a better mind space. I am experienced in all areas of mental health, but I am highly effective in treating stress, anxiety, and depression. In addition to working with those experiencing difficult life transitions such as loss and divorce, I also enjoy working with women's issues such as infertility, postpartum conditions, parenting issues, and adjustments dealing with weight loss.
If only life were as easy as scrolling through counselor profiles. Let me help you bring healing and understanding to life's difficulties so you can move past them and into a better mind space. I am experienced in all areas of mental health, but I am highly effective in treating stress, anxiety, and depression. In addition to working with those experiencing difficult life transitions such as loss and divorce, I also enjoy working with women's issues such as infertility, postpartum conditions, parenting issues, and adjustments dealing with weight loss.
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Rita Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BSN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Blackwood, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! Change is possible and I believe that all individuals deserve an opportunity to make positive changes that will impact them throughout their lives. I am passionate about helping people explore their deepest needs or desires. I can help you to enhance your skills so you can address whatever is challenging you. I strive to help you determine what's right for you and then take you to the next step to lead a more fulfilling and satisfying life. To schedule an appointment go to seaside-serenity.com
Accepting new clients! Change is possible and I believe that all individuals deserve an opportunity to make positive changes that will impact them throughout their lives. I am passionate about helping people explore their deepest needs or desires. I can help you to enhance your skills so you can address whatever is challenging you. I strive to help you determine what's right for you and then take you to the next step to lead a more fulfilling and satisfying life. To schedule an appointment go to seaside-serenity.com
![Photo of Michelle Barber, MSW, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6a28d194-76d5-4128-bf22-1043ab0cb1bb/3/320x400.png)
I believe strongly that clients come in all different shapes and sizes and from different walks of life. Therefore, I do not have an ideal client, as my wish is to help anyone who needs it regardless of their experiences, needs, and goals. I welcome the experiences I will gain from having diverse clients.
I believe strongly that clients come in all different shapes and sizes and from different walks of life. Therefore, I do not have an ideal client, as my wish is to help anyone who needs it regardless of their experiences, needs, and goals. I welcome the experiences I will gain from having diverse clients.
![Photo of Melissa Jacobs, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c5eea710-12ae-48f8-b126-b6242dceeeda/1/320x400.png)
I enjoy working with individuals who have medical conditions, who are anxious, depressed, and are interested in moving forward in their lives and working with couples who are eager to explore how to improve communication or improve their relationship. I enjoy working with parents looking for assistance in coping with the challenges of raising children. I enjoy working with children/teens facing challenges in school, at home, and with peers. I enjoy working with women who are pregnant and nervous, who have delivered and are nervous about their return to work, and who are having difficulty with the balance of work/home life.
I enjoy working with individuals who have medical conditions, who are anxious, depressed, and are interested in moving forward in their lives and working with couples who are eager to explore how to improve communication or improve their relationship. I enjoy working with parents looking for assistance in coping with the challenges of raising children. I enjoy working with children/teens facing challenges in school, at home, and with peers. I enjoy working with women who are pregnant and nervous, who have delivered and are nervous about their return to work, and who are having difficulty with the balance of work/home life.
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My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
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My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
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My ideal client is one that is open to change. A client that, even if they see no way through, they trust that I am there to do all I can to help them, not just to listen, watch the clock, and end a session, but to be invested in their transformation from start to finish. My ideal client is one who is comfortable, even if not at first, celebrating themselves and not being fearful about trying again. Things aren't always successful on our first try, but my ideal client will understand this, embrace the lesson in each situation, and be willing to use what they've learned to try again.
My ideal client is one that is open to change. A client that, even if they see no way through, they trust that I am there to do all I can to help them, not just to listen, watch the clock, and end a session, but to be invested in their transformation from start to finish. My ideal client is one who is comfortable, even if not at first, celebrating themselves and not being fearful about trying again. Things aren't always successful on our first try, but my ideal client will understand this, embrace the lesson in each situation, and be willing to use what they've learned to try again.
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My ideal client is seeking therapy because they are feeling sad. It almost feels like depression. The client is not sure how to stop feeling this way. They also don't know why they are feeling this way. They want to learn what is making them feel sad. The client would like to learn strategies to help identify triggers and learn coping skills to decrease the depression.
My ideal client is seeking therapy because they are feeling sad. It almost feels like depression. The client is not sure how to stop feeling this way. They also don't know why they are feeling this way. They want to learn what is making them feel sad. The client would like to learn strategies to help identify triggers and learn coping skills to decrease the depression.
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I believe that everyone deserves to have a space where they can be vulnerable and feel understood. Starting treatment can be hard, but I encourage you to give therapy a chance to engage in an experience that can be transformative, powerful, and healing.
I believe that everyone deserves to have a space where they can be vulnerable and feel understood. Starting treatment can be hard, but I encourage you to give therapy a chance to engage in an experience that can be transformative, powerful, and healing.
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Holistic Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MTS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012 (Online Only)
We specialize in Christian counseling, Family therapy, teen therapy, Women's Support Groups, Family Systems Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
The ideal client for Taunjenette Poole would be individuals, couples, women, children, and families seeking compassionate and effective therapy. They may be facing various mental health challenges and life issues. Their needs include quality evidence-based treatment and support to heal and overcome life's obstacles. Their goals are to improve their well-being, develop healthier relationships, enhance coping skills, and find resilience. They seek a therapist who values responsiveness and treats them with the same level of care they would want for their own family members.
We specialize in Christian counseling, Family therapy, teen therapy, Women's Support Groups, Family Systems Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
The ideal client for Taunjenette Poole would be individuals, couples, women, children, and families seeking compassionate and effective therapy. They may be facing various mental health challenges and life issues. Their needs include quality evidence-based treatment and support to heal and overcome life's obstacles. Their goals are to improve their well-being, develop healthier relationships, enhance coping skills, and find resilience. They seek a therapist who values responsiveness and treats them with the same level of care they would want for their own family members.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.