Transgender Therapists in Camden, NJ

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Lonette Belizaire
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08102  (Online Only)
I work with with adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, healthy boundaries, who are challenged with self-doubt and negative thinking, and who tend to worry and overthink. I specialize in mood regulation, mindful awareness, as well as, cross-cultural and and adjustment concerns. I work with diverse populations who represent a broad spectrum of presenting concerns. By increasing your insight, facilitating healthy communication and coping strategies, and strengthening relational skills, I will help you towards reaching your goals. We will work together to identify your goals.
I work with with adults and adolescents who struggle with anxiety, healthy boundaries, who are challenged with self-doubt and negative thinking, and who tend to worry and overthink. I specialize in mood regulation, mindful awareness, as well as, cross-cultural and and adjustment concerns. I work with diverse populations who represent a broad spectrum of presenting concerns. By increasing your insight, facilitating healthy communication and coping strategies, and strengthening relational skills, I will help you towards reaching your goals. We will work together to identify your goals.
(646) 627-7322 View (646) 627-7322
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Dr. Kelly Wallace
Pre-Licensed Professional, DCFT, MA-CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camden, NJ 08103  (Online Only)
Feeling anxious, depressed or confused? Burnout from work? Still feeling the impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic? Getting engaged or married? Struggling with intimacy? Do you need help with challenges related to gender, gender identity, sexuality, or sexual orientation? Are you nervous about asking friends, family or other important relationship about these things? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are ready to take the next step so let's talk about how to help!
Feeling anxious, depressed or confused? Burnout from work? Still feeling the impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic? Getting engaged or married? Struggling with intimacy? Do you need help with challenges related to gender, gender identity, sexuality, or sexual orientation? Are you nervous about asking friends, family or other important relationship about these things? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you are ready to take the next step so let's talk about how to help!
(267) 435-3294 View (267) 435-3294
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Fishtown Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, SAP, CSE, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Camden, NJ 08102  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Many of the people I work with struggle making and following through with positive change in their lives, experiencing unsuccessful attempts, a lack of confidence, and feelings of being "stuck". As a holistic health practitioner, I help people examine their Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual selves and take action in areas that are out of balance. I have a clinical background in treating mental health disorders and specialties in addictive behavior, integrative nutrition and treating mind-body disorders.
Many of the people I work with struggle making and following through with positive change in their lives, experiencing unsuccessful attempts, a lack of confidence, and feelings of being "stuck". As a holistic health practitioner, I help people examine their Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual selves and take action in areas that are out of balance. I have a clinical background in treating mental health disorders and specialties in addictive behavior, integrative nutrition and treating mind-body disorders.
(215) 469-1155 View (215) 469-1155
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Aliya Adenuga
Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08102  (Online Only)
Life can be challenging, and navigating life after surviving trauma or during a major transition can be especially difficult. As women, we tend to internalize our struggles for the sake of caring for others, often putting our needs on the back burner. As a result, we leave ourselves vulnerable to these issues negatively impacting our lives in many ways, such as our physical health, emotional balance and our relationships with co-workers, intimate partners and even ourselves. My therapeutic approach is focused on empowering women to overcome these personal struggles and improve the quality of their lives, relationships and careers.
Life can be challenging, and navigating life after surviving trauma or during a major transition can be especially difficult. As women, we tend to internalize our struggles for the sake of caring for others, often putting our needs on the back burner. As a result, we leave ourselves vulnerable to these issues negatively impacting our lives in many ways, such as our physical health, emotional balance and our relationships with co-workers, intimate partners and even ourselves. My therapeutic approach is focused on empowering women to overcome these personal struggles and improve the quality of their lives, relationships and careers.
(856) 386-5206 View (856) 386-5206
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Aisha Renee Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08100  (Online Only)
You matter! This tenet is central to the work. For 20 years, this is what I have been passionate about helping folx to realize, intellectually and actually in their day-to-day lives. Life is a series of events (great and small), associated emotions, and responses. These make up our diverse lived experiences. But how do we make sense of them? For some, how do we recover from them to go on to live the lives we desire? In the past, I have also worked with families and groups. These days, I find beauty in continuing to work with individuals to co-create a safe-enough space for clients to explore vulnerability and find their voices.
You matter! This tenet is central to the work. For 20 years, this is what I have been passionate about helping folx to realize, intellectually and actually in their day-to-day lives. Life is a series of events (great and small), associated emotions, and responses. These make up our diverse lived experiences. But how do we make sense of them? For some, how do we recover from them to go on to live the lives we desire? In the past, I have also worked with families and groups. These days, I find beauty in continuing to work with individuals to co-create a safe-enough space for clients to explore vulnerability and find their voices.
(215) 774-8710 View (215) 774-8710
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Shannon Nardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NTP, LCADC
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08102
I work best with individuals in which are internally motivated for change, looking to work collaboratively alongside the individual to explore depression, anxiety, PTSD, codependency, and much more. My approach to therapy is person-centered and solution-focused, focused on offering a kind, compassionate, yet straightforward approach to growth, which encourages individuals to think deeper and build connections that will assist them with a better understanding of the underlying issues. I believe that the client-therapist relationship is by far the most important aspect that encourages internal growth.
I work best with individuals in which are internally motivated for change, looking to work collaboratively alongside the individual to explore depression, anxiety, PTSD, codependency, and much more. My approach to therapy is person-centered and solution-focused, focused on offering a kind, compassionate, yet straightforward approach to growth, which encourages individuals to think deeper and build connections that will assist them with a better understanding of the underlying issues. I believe that the client-therapist relationship is by far the most important aspect that encourages internal growth.
(856) 485-9358 View (856) 485-9358
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Tara Reynolds
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08102
My ideal client has a desire to heal and change their life. They must approach the counseling journey with openness and curiosity. It does not matter what issues or needs they bring to me because together, we can make magic happen and their goals and desires come to fruition. The most important thing is again that willingness and desire to change.
My ideal client has a desire to heal and change their life. They must approach the counseling journey with openness and curiosity. It does not matter what issues or needs they bring to me because together, we can make magic happen and their goals and desires come to fruition. The most important thing is again that willingness and desire to change.
(856) 347-5346 View (856) 347-5346
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08102
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
(856) 446-3314 View (856) 446-3314
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Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08102
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 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.
(856) 363-3898 View (856) 363-3898
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Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, MPH, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08100  (Online Only)
Our mission is to positively impact the mental wellness of Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and their communities through culturally responsive mental health care, intersectional education, community connection, and affinity-based mentorship. Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting is a mental health resource center that centers on the needs of the Asian-American Community in the Philadelphia Metro area and the states of PA and New Jersey. We provide healing-centered approaches toward mental health wellness and support our communities in finding a home in their bodies, minds, and communities.
Our mission is to positively impact the mental wellness of Asian American & Pacific Islanders (AAPIs) and their communities through culturally responsive mental health care, intersectional education, community connection, and affinity-based mentorship. Mango Tree Counseling & Consulting is a mental health resource center that centers on the needs of the Asian-American Community in the Philadelphia Metro area and the states of PA and New Jersey. We provide healing-centered approaches toward mental health wellness and support our communities in finding a home in their bodies, minds, and communities.
(267) 204-2706 View (267) 204-2706
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Susan Worthington-Duffy
Art Therapist, MA, ATR, BC
Verified Verified
Camden, NJ 08101
Not accepting new clients
I believe art has the power to heal. Together with the process of making art and a strengths-based practice, individuals can develop a voice to communicate, increase independence and build confidence, gain a sense of hope, enhance self-esteem. I offer individual and group therapy for children, adolescents or adults experiencing issues associated with brain injury and community re-entry, Amplified Pain/RSD/RND or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and chronic pain syndromes, oncology, stroke, spinal cord injury or post-traumatic stress related to a medical occurence, gender-identity issues, grief/loss and transitions.
I believe art has the power to heal. Together with the process of making art and a strengths-based practice, individuals can develop a voice to communicate, increase independence and build confidence, gain a sense of hope, enhance self-esteem. I offer individual and group therapy for children, adolescents or adults experiencing issues associated with brain injury and community re-entry, Amplified Pain/RSD/RND or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and chronic pain syndromes, oncology, stroke, spinal cord injury or post-traumatic stress related to a medical occurence, gender-identity issues, grief/loss and transitions.
(856) 469-4204 View (856) 469-4204

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Sharon L Pluck
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08107  (Online Only)
Freedom to Change LLC offers a compassionate and supportive space for parents and families of transgender children embarking on a journey of transition. We understand the myriad of emotions that arise during this process and are committed to guiding parents every step of the way. Our tailored programs provide invaluable resources, education, and emotional support, empowering parents to navigate this transformative experience with love, understanding, and unconditional acceptance. With Freedom to Change LLC, families can embrace change confidently, fostering stronger bonds and creating a brighter future for both parent and child.
Freedom to Change LLC offers a compassionate and supportive space for parents and families of transgender children embarking on a journey of transition. We understand the myriad of emotions that arise during this process and are committed to guiding parents every step of the way. Our tailored programs provide invaluable resources, education, and emotional support, empowering parents to navigate this transformative experience with love, understanding, and unconditional acceptance. With Freedom to Change LLC, families can embrace change confidently, fostering stronger bonds and creating a brighter future for both parent and child.
(856) 942-0176 View (856) 942-0176
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Karrington Pease
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oaklyn, NJ 08107
As someone who is queer, I also have experience addressing issues related to identity exploration, coming out, gender dysphoria, and family conflict.
Welcome folks! I am a queer therapist who focuses on working with folks surviving trauma and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Experiencing trauma of any kind can have a profound effect on the way you view yourself, the world, and others. My primary focus as your counselor is creating a sense of safety, and prioritizing connection with you as a person. Healing from trauma is challenging, and my goal is to allow for a space that is both repairing and empowering. It can also be challenging to find therapists that are truly LGBTQIA+ affirming. An important part of my work is intentionally creating a space for the LGBTQIA+ community.
As someone who is queer, I also have experience addressing issues related to identity exploration, coming out, gender dysphoria, and family conflict.
Welcome folks! I am a queer therapist who focuses on working with folks surviving trauma and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. Experiencing trauma of any kind can have a profound effect on the way you view yourself, the world, and others. My primary focus as your counselor is creating a sense of safety, and prioritizing connection with you as a person. Healing from trauma is challenging, and my goal is to allow for a space that is both repairing and empowering. It can also be challenging to find therapists that are truly LGBTQIA+ affirming. An important part of my work is intentionally creating a space for the LGBTQIA+ community.
(717) 616-2866 View (717) 616-2866
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Shayne Gentile
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08108  (Online Only)
As a nonbinary, transmasculine therapist who has lived experience and advanced education & training working with the marginalized and oppressed, specifically LGBTQIA+ adolescents, adults & their loved ones, I listen first and speak second. As human beings, we need connection to develop, cope, and thrive. Through an integrative approach tailored to your situation, I work from an attachment-based starting point where judgment has no place in the therapeutic relationship. This allows us to build trust and space for you to develop healthy autonomy in therapy and life. Whatever the reason you came upon my profile, I welcome you!
As a nonbinary, transmasculine therapist who has lived experience and advanced education & training working with the marginalized and oppressed, specifically LGBTQIA+ adolescents, adults & their loved ones, I listen first and speak second. As human beings, we need connection to develop, cope, and thrive. Through an integrative approach tailored to your situation, I work from an attachment-based starting point where judgment has no place in the therapeutic relationship. This allows us to build trust and space for you to develop healthy autonomy in therapy and life. Whatever the reason you came upon my profile, I welcome you!
(848) 208-8626 View (848) 208-8626
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Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08108
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 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.
(856) 712-1190 View (856) 712-1190
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Kristen L Curtis
MA
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08108
Kristen Curtis is a clinically based psychotherapist with 12 years of experience practicing in Collingswood NJ. Having recently relocated from Vermont Kristen continues to see clients from both Vermont and the Southern New Jersey region. Over the years Kristen has seen a variety of clients from diverse backgrounds sharing similar life struggles spanning relationship issues, personal loss, childhood abuse, mood disorders, anxiety and neurodiversity diagnosis such as ADD/ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Kristen is passionate about providing conscious and humanistic care to people of all walks of life.
Kristen Curtis is a clinically based psychotherapist with 12 years of experience practicing in Collingswood NJ. Having recently relocated from Vermont Kristen continues to see clients from both Vermont and the Southern New Jersey region. Over the years Kristen has seen a variety of clients from diverse backgrounds sharing similar life struggles spanning relationship issues, personal loss, childhood abuse, mood disorders, anxiety and neurodiversity diagnosis such as ADD/ADHD and autism spectrum disorders. Kristen is passionate about providing conscious and humanistic care to people of all walks of life.
(856) 716-5015 View (856) 716-5015
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Autumn Ondo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08107  (Online Only)
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in group and individual settings. Many youth are feeling the impact of the political atmosphere, and extreme transitions of their social and personal identities. Our environments are constantly changing, relationships shifting, and therapy can be a place for you to process your feelings and experiences.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in group and individual settings. Many youth are feeling the impact of the political atmosphere, and extreme transitions of their social and personal identities. Our environments are constantly changing, relationships shifting, and therapy can be a place for you to process your feelings and experiences.
(732) 479-8502 View (732) 479-8502
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Cameron Rea
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Haddon Township, NJ 08107
Asking for help is a big step that shows bravery courage and the dedication you have to yourself and the want to feel better. My goal is to make sure I can provide you with the tools and support that empowers you to reach your personal goals, and find peace, happiness, and healing. Coming from a social work background, I acknowledge that there are outside obstacles that we may not be able to control inside of the therapy room, but I can assure you that I will be your biggest advocate and provide support and action when applicable, and empower and lift your voice so that you can become your number 1 advocate as well.
Asking for help is a big step that shows bravery courage and the dedication you have to yourself and the want to feel better. My goal is to make sure I can provide you with the tools and support that empowers you to reach your personal goals, and find peace, happiness, and healing. Coming from a social work background, I acknowledge that there are outside obstacles that we may not be able to control inside of the therapy room, but I can assure you that I will be your biggest advocate and provide support and action when applicable, and empower and lift your voice so that you can become your number 1 advocate as well.
(856) 699-2063 View (856) 699-2063
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Mary Fair
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08108  (Online Only)
Are you hard on yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed by worry or stress? Or maybe you live with a painful history that you don't quite feel like you've been able to move past? I can support you in healing from that pain and guide you in transforming your relationship to yourself in the present. Using a holistic, mind-body approach, I’ll help you process your thoughts and learn to meet your complex feelings with curiosity and compassion. I'll teach you practical skills to move through your emotions, allowing for a greater sense of peace. And empowerment! As your therapist, you can expect me to be authentic, warm, and nonjudgmental.
Are you hard on yourself? Do you feel overwhelmed by worry or stress? Or maybe you live with a painful history that you don't quite feel like you've been able to move past? I can support you in healing from that pain and guide you in transforming your relationship to yourself in the present. Using a holistic, mind-body approach, I’ll help you process your thoughts and learn to meet your complex feelings with curiosity and compassion. I'll teach you practical skills to move through your emotions, allowing for a greater sense of peace. And empowerment! As your therapist, you can expect me to be authentic, warm, and nonjudgmental.
(856) 241-6800 View (856) 241-6800
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Sarah Kershner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08108
"A journey begins with a single step." And, you can only start where you are. I believe awareness, exploration, and communication of feelings is key to being connected with others as well as with ourselves. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group settings. I use a strengths-based approach and am trained in Internal Family Systems. I have experience with crisis work, long-term, and short-term therapy. We will start where you feel comfortable taking your "single step" and the journey will go at the pace we set together. You have all the answers- let me help you find them!
"A journey begins with a single step." And, you can only start where you are. I believe awareness, exploration, and communication of feelings is key to being connected with others as well as with ourselves. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group settings. I use a strengths-based approach and am trained in Internal Family Systems. I have experience with crisis work, long-term, and short-term therapy. We will start where you feel comfortable taking your "single step" and the journey will go at the pace we set together. You have all the answers- let me help you find them!
(908) 731-5315 View (908) 731-5315

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Transgender Therapists

As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?

A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.

What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?

Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.

How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?

An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.

How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?

Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.