Female Therapists in Chatham, NJ

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Missy Jacobs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
People usually seek therapy during times of great stress, when their lives feel out of control, or when they are increasingly anxious or depressed, or when they feel stuck or dissatisfied, and are looking for change. My goal is to provide you a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere that will help you express yourself, explore and clarify your feelings, understand yourself and others, find options, and make changes in your life. I view psychotherapy as an active collaboration and seek to create a welcoming and comfortable base of strengthening support.
People usually seek therapy during times of great stress, when their lives feel out of control, or when they are increasingly anxious or depressed, or when they feel stuck or dissatisfied, and are looking for change. My goal is to provide you a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere that will help you express yourself, explore and clarify your feelings, understand yourself and others, find options, and make changes in your life. I view psychotherapy as an active collaboration and seek to create a welcoming and comfortable base of strengthening support.
(862) 260-8925 View (862) 260-8925
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Maryanne Carbone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
It has been my privilege for the last 30 years in assisting my clients in resolving a variety of challenges - anxiety, depression, unresolved grief, unresolved trauma (both childhood and adult), marital problems and divorce recovery. Often when faulty learning (i.e., Stinkin' Thinkin') results from traumatic events or unhealthy relationships, effective help requires applying psychological, social and spiritual resources.
It has been my privilege for the last 30 years in assisting my clients in resolving a variety of challenges - anxiety, depression, unresolved grief, unresolved trauma (both childhood and adult), marital problems and divorce recovery. Often when faulty learning (i.e., Stinkin' Thinkin') results from traumatic events or unhealthy relationships, effective help requires applying psychological, social and spiritual resources.
(973) 718-3201 View (973) 718-3201
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Kelly Jenner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928  (Online Only)
Enter a peaceful, safe environment where you can gain powerful insights. I'm here to help people look at themselves without judgement. This helps unnecessary stories to gently fall away, revealing their authentic selves, while learning to love and accept who they truly are. One of my specialties is helping to navigate through the struggles of feeling inadequate in life. I also enjoy teaching techniques that provide calmness and well-being in the mind and body.
Enter a peaceful, safe environment where you can gain powerful insights. I'm here to help people look at themselves without judgement. This helps unnecessary stories to gently fall away, revealing their authentic selves, while learning to love and accept who they truly are. One of my specialties is helping to navigate through the struggles of feeling inadequate in life. I also enjoy teaching techniques that provide calmness and well-being in the mind and body.
(908) 988-4269 View (908) 988-4269
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Susan O'Connor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
I have worked with several types of patients and clients from all backgrounds and settings and treated many women and young girls dealing with self-esteem, eating disorders, stress, depression, postpartum depression, work/life balances and body image issues.
Be confident in who you are and the way you look. There are many issues women and girls struggle with today as the pressures in our society increase. Trying to look perfect and confident every day or attempting to balance work and family without missing a beat, can often lead to feelings of failure, insecurity and inadequacy. Taking the time to learn effective ways to feel good and manage your stress levels is the key to a happier and more fulfilling life.
I have worked with several types of patients and clients from all backgrounds and settings and treated many women and young girls dealing with self-esteem, eating disorders, stress, depression, postpartum depression, work/life balances and body image issues.
Be confident in who you are and the way you look. There are many issues women and girls struggle with today as the pressures in our society increase. Trying to look perfect and confident every day or attempting to balance work and family without missing a beat, can often lead to feelings of failure, insecurity and inadequacy. Taking the time to learn effective ways to feel good and manage your stress levels is the key to a happier and more fulfilling life.
(973) 241-5367 View (973) 241-5367
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Beth Troso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
I am a New Jersey and New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided support to individuals, couples and families for over 22 years. In that time I have had the privilege to assist clients in working through issues surrounding self-esteem and self-worth, relationships, anxiety, trauma, grief and bereavement, parent coaching and support, life transitions, work stress, and physical illness. I truly believe effective psychotherapy provides us with comfort, insight and the tools to help find balance in our lives. .
I am a New Jersey and New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has provided support to individuals, couples and families for over 22 years. In that time I have had the privilege to assist clients in working through issues surrounding self-esteem and self-worth, relationships, anxiety, trauma, grief and bereavement, parent coaching and support, life transitions, work stress, and physical illness. I truly believe effective psychotherapy provides us with comfort, insight and the tools to help find balance in our lives. .
(917) 979-8570 View (917) 979-8570
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Danielle Slavin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
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Julia Gray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928  (Online Only)
When things aren't going well and don't seem to be getting better, when you feel alone and disconnected, stressed, not good enough, angry or ashamed, resentful, or have been deeply hurt, you naturally try to ease that discomfort, but not always in the most helpful ways. Often, problematic thought patterns and behaviors arise from natural coping mechanisms that helped you get through difficult times, but are no longer helpful and are in fact now causing greater harm. Navigating all of this can be hard and at times, overwhelming.
When things aren't going well and don't seem to be getting better, when you feel alone and disconnected, stressed, not good enough, angry or ashamed, resentful, or have been deeply hurt, you naturally try to ease that discomfort, but not always in the most helpful ways. Often, problematic thought patterns and behaviors arise from natural coping mechanisms that helped you get through difficult times, but are no longer helpful and are in fact now causing greater harm. Navigating all of this can be hard and at times, overwhelming.
(201) 298-9256 View (201) 298-9256
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Michele L Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
I provide Individual Psychotherapy to Adolescents & Young Adults who struggle with issues related to family, school, friends and/or work. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior and stress.
I provide Individual Psychotherapy to Adolescents & Young Adults who struggle with issues related to family, school, friends and/or work. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-injurious behavior and stress.
(732) 307-8159 View (732) 307-8159
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Joan Lyons
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
Therapy is successful when there is a good "fit" between client and therapist. The therapy "works" when the client feels that the therapist understands them and demonstrates the ability to help them improve their lives. With more than 25 years of experience with individuals,couples,families and groups, I offer an approach tailored to the uniqueness of each individual person and the issues unique to them.
Therapy is successful when there is a good "fit" between client and therapist. The therapy "works" when the client feels that the therapist understands them and demonstrates the ability to help them improve their lives. With more than 25 years of experience with individuals,couples,families and groups, I offer an approach tailored to the uniqueness of each individual person and the issues unique to them.
(973) 635-1119 View (973) 635-1119
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Laura Gerebenics
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928  (Online Only)
I empower women to find a home within, fostering deep connections and self-belonging.
Women come to me when they want to break the pattern of unworthiness, to stop asking "Why me"? Some may find themselves caught in a pattern of choosing emotionally unavailable partners and experiencing a persistent sense that there must be more to life. Feeling adrift, the client struggles to find where they truly fit in or belong. Their needs revolve around seeking answers, understanding, and a profound sense of belonging. The goal is to guide them on a journey of self-discovery, helping them create a "home within their heart" where joy, purpose, and a genuine connection with themselves and others can be found.
I empower women to find a home within, fostering deep connections and self-belonging.
Women come to me when they want to break the pattern of unworthiness, to stop asking "Why me"? Some may find themselves caught in a pattern of choosing emotionally unavailable partners and experiencing a persistent sense that there must be more to life. Feeling adrift, the client struggles to find where they truly fit in or belong. Their needs revolve around seeking answers, understanding, and a profound sense of belonging. The goal is to guide them on a journey of self-discovery, helping them create a "home within their heart" where joy, purpose, and a genuine connection with themselves and others can be found.
(862) 420-8976 View (862) 420-8976
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Lauren Dobbs
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
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Laura Tyson LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928  (Online Only)
I work with adults and teens who are anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated, irritable, struggling with life transitions, anger issues, interpersonal problems, or self-medicating with alcohol, marijuana, drugs, and/or problematic sexual behaviors. I work with adults dealing with narcissistic abuse, divorce, and high-conflict families. I offer confidential virtual therapy and a solution-oriented approach to reboot your life and become your best self. Let's map out a plan to get your life back on track. I'll help you navigate from surviving to thriving and from chaos to calm, in a judgment-free space.
I work with adults and teens who are anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated, irritable, struggling with life transitions, anger issues, interpersonal problems, or self-medicating with alcohol, marijuana, drugs, and/or problematic sexual behaviors. I work with adults dealing with narcissistic abuse, divorce, and high-conflict families. I offer confidential virtual therapy and a solution-oriented approach to reboot your life and become your best self. Let's map out a plan to get your life back on track. I'll help you navigate from surviving to thriving and from chaos to calm, in a judgment-free space.
(908) 224-7197 View (908) 224-7197
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Angie M Oberhelman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, PD, LPC, LMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928  (Online Only)
I help clients build a positive self esteem and a strong self identity through a secure therapeutic relationship that builds trust, eventual confrontation, and teach them coping skills to take through the rest of their lives. Working with the mind and body for a complete holistic experience is imperative in my practice. Learning how to regulate emotions and not allow symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress and other emotional issues to take over their lives is a key component to my therapy. My practice is Telehealth, I'm licensed in New Jersey, New York, Montana and Florida.
I help clients build a positive self esteem and a strong self identity through a secure therapeutic relationship that builds trust, eventual confrontation, and teach them coping skills to take through the rest of their lives. Working with the mind and body for a complete holistic experience is imperative in my practice. Learning how to regulate emotions and not allow symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Post Traumatic Stress and other emotional issues to take over their lives is a key component to my therapy. My practice is Telehealth, I'm licensed in New Jersey, New York, Montana and Florida.
(646) 392-8070 View (646) 392-8070
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Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
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Robyn Reeves
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
Prioritizing your emotional and mental needs is empowering, but takes courage - often taking the first step is the most challenging part. While there is no 'one size fits all' when it comes to therapy, it's meaningful to feel heard and accepted when pursuing healing, development and personal growth. Feeling trapped, powerless, anxious, depressed and/or stuck can lead to frustration and isolation. When looking for someone to help you identify, assess and articulate your feelings, needs and goals, I can provide an empathetic, supportive and solution-oriented approach to you on your therapeutic journey. You are not alone!
Prioritizing your emotional and mental needs is empowering, but takes courage - often taking the first step is the most challenging part. While there is no 'one size fits all' when it comes to therapy, it's meaningful to feel heard and accepted when pursuing healing, development and personal growth. Feeling trapped, powerless, anxious, depressed and/or stuck can lead to frustration and isolation. When looking for someone to help you identify, assess and articulate your feelings, needs and goals, I can provide an empathetic, supportive and solution-oriented approach to you on your therapeutic journey. You are not alone!
(862) 289-7944 View (862) 289-7944
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Nicole Banas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
Experience life in a new, more positively robust way. Learn how to live, love and laugh with abundance and leave your negative feelings behind. Therapy works. I can teach you how to make decisions that support living a happy and healthy life by avoiding unhealthy relationships, negative thinking, upsetting emotions and addictive behaviors. I will provide a safe space that is needed for healing. Together we will transform destructive cycles and grow towards a richer, more satisfying life. I think you will find me to be an open, responsive, insightful and non-judgmental person with a vast therapy "tool kit."
Experience life in a new, more positively robust way. Learn how to live, love and laugh with abundance and leave your negative feelings behind. Therapy works. I can teach you how to make decisions that support living a happy and healthy life by avoiding unhealthy relationships, negative thinking, upsetting emotions and addictive behaviors. I will provide a safe space that is needed for healing. Together we will transform destructive cycles and grow towards a richer, more satisfying life. I think you will find me to be an open, responsive, insightful and non-judgmental person with a vast therapy "tool kit."
(646) 760-7675 View (646) 760-7675
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Caitlin Northern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
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Caitlin Alleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
Waitlist for new clients
At our core, we all seek to feel acceptance, love, and competence. When these basic needs are not being met in our life we often begin to feel lost, stuck, or alone. My compassionate, relationally informed practice allows me to join with you to understand what life looks and feels like through your lens. Together we will examine early attachments and relationships to discover learned core beliefs and how they impact the way you see yourself and relate to the world around you.
At our core, we all seek to feel acceptance, love, and competence. When these basic needs are not being met in our life we often begin to feel lost, stuck, or alone. My compassionate, relationally informed practice allows me to join with you to understand what life looks and feels like through your lens. Together we will examine early attachments and relationships to discover learned core beliefs and how they impact the way you see yourself and relate to the world around you.
(862) 212-3320 View (862) 212-3320
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Debbi Schachtel
Counselor, LAC, MA, JD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chatham, NJ 07928
Do you feel lonely even though you are in a committed relationship? Does it seem like you and your partner speak different languages and live different realities? Do you have the same fights over and over again and nothing ever gets resolved? These feelings can be overwhelming and scary. I want to help you begin to change your relationship so it can be a source of nurturing and support instead of a cause of stress and anxiety. I work with individuals and couples using a flexible, collaborative and strengths-based approach to help my clients build connection, resolve conflicts, develop trust, and find happiness in their lives.
Do you feel lonely even though you are in a committed relationship? Does it seem like you and your partner speak different languages and live different realities? Do you have the same fights over and over again and nothing ever gets resolved? These feelings can be overwhelming and scary. I want to help you begin to change your relationship so it can be a source of nurturing and support instead of a cause of stress and anxiety. I work with individuals and couples using a flexible, collaborative and strengths-based approach to help my clients build connection, resolve conflicts, develop trust, and find happiness in their lives.
(862) 259-7646 View (862) 259-7646
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Dr. Ellyn Stein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chatham, NJ 07928
I have dedicated my career to helping clients optimize their lives, often in the face of complex and life-altering obstacles. I see life as a continuous journey of highs and lows, a constant flow of experiences that mold our perspective of both ourselves and the world. This perspective is particularly poignant when you or a loved is faced with a significant medical concern such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis, or infertility, just to name a few. The path through diagnosis, adjustment, and acceptance is long and winding, and therapy can be profoundly beneficial in helping you through these experiences.
I have dedicated my career to helping clients optimize their lives, often in the face of complex and life-altering obstacles. I see life as a continuous journey of highs and lows, a constant flow of experiences that mold our perspective of both ourselves and the world. This perspective is particularly poignant when you or a loved is faced with a significant medical concern such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis, or infertility, just to name a few. The path through diagnosis, adjustment, and acceptance is long and winding, and therapy can be profoundly beneficial in helping you through these experiences.
(732) 540-4338 View (732) 540-4338
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Female Therapists

Does it matter what gender my therapist is?

In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.

Should I see a female therapist?

Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?

Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?

It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.