Child Therapists in Colts Neck, NJ
I have expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad range of syndromes found in adults, children and adolescents.
Most clients begin therapy after having engaged in their own soul-searching and independent efforts to change.They may be nervous about starting treatment, but they generally have a high level of motivation and a willingness to accept responsibility for making positive changes. My clients prefer their therapist to be quite active and, when necessary, quite willing to point out inconsistencies and unhealthy tendencies.
I have expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad range of syndromes found in adults, children and adolescents.
Most clients begin therapy after having engaged in their own soul-searching and independent efforts to change.They may be nervous about starting treatment, but they generally have a high level of motivation and a willingness to accept responsibility for making positive changes. My clients prefer their therapist to be quite active and, when necessary, quite willing to point out inconsistencies and unhealthy tendencies.
Patricia M Carroll
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Areas of expertise include but are not limited to:
Adolescent Issues and Therapy, Anger Management, Anxiety, Aspergers Syndrome, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Children's Issues and Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Communication Issues, Depression, Family Counseling, Grief and Loss Counseling, Mood Disorders, Parenting Skills, Stress & Stress Management.
Welcome! My name is Patricia Carroll. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. Let me tell you a little about myself. I hold an undergraduate degree in psychology & a Master of Arts in Counseling, both from Rider University. I continued my education post-graduate & earned an Education Specialist degree from Rider University. I have worked in a variety of environments, including partial hospitalization programs, crisis intervention centers, care management, utilization management & outpatient psychotherapy settings. I have 10+ years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I welcome you to contact me with any questions and concerns that you might have.
Areas of expertise include but are not limited to:
Adolescent Issues and Therapy, Anger Management, Anxiety, Aspergers Syndrome, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Children's Issues and Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, Communication Issues, Depression, Family Counseling, Grief and Loss Counseling, Mood Disorders, Parenting Skills, Stress & Stress Management.
Welcome! My name is Patricia Carroll. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. Let me tell you a little about myself. I hold an undergraduate degree in psychology & a Master of Arts in Counseling, both from Rider University. I continued my education post-graduate & earned an Education Specialist degree from Rider University. I have worked in a variety of environments, including partial hospitalization programs, crisis intervention centers, care management, utilization management & outpatient psychotherapy settings. I have 10+ years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. I welcome you to contact me with any questions and concerns that you might have.
As a Certified Play Therapist, I have a fully equipped therapeutic playroom in which I utilize art, toys, games, projective play and sandtray to help children/teens resolve psychosocial difficulties (incl trauma).
Are you frustrated by your child or teen's behaviors? Do you struggle with a child who acts out when he/she has a problem? Do you or your child have difficulty managing emotions such as anger, anxiety or sadness? I can help you understand the root of these problems, as well develop the tools to resolve them. I am a licensed professional counselor and a registered play therapist who utilizes evidenced based, creative, assessment and treatment approaches in working with adults, and children. My specialties include anxiety and mood disorders, acting out & self injurious behavior, parent/ child relationships and adjustment to divorce and bereavement.
As a Certified Play Therapist, I have a fully equipped therapeutic playroom in which I utilize art, toys, games, projective play and sandtray to help children/teens resolve psychosocial difficulties (incl trauma).
Are you frustrated by your child or teen's behaviors? Do you struggle with a child who acts out when he/she has a problem? Do you or your child have difficulty managing emotions such as anger, anxiety or sadness? I can help you understand the root of these problems, as well develop the tools to resolve them. I am a licensed professional counselor and a registered play therapist who utilizes evidenced based, creative, assessment and treatment approaches in working with adults, and children. My specialties include anxiety and mood disorders, acting out & self injurious behavior, parent/ child relationships and adjustment to divorce and bereavement.
Is your child pushing your buttons? Panicking you about dangerous behaviors? Are your current relationships frustrating you? There are many reasons to call a therapist, relationships are not as satisfying or fulfilling as they once were, your children are acting out or struggling with transitional periods in there lives or maybe you or someone you know is suffering with anxiety or depression. Regardless of the reason for that first call I believe my work is relevant to you and your family. I have almost twenty years clinical experience working with difficult acting out adolescents, young adults, and their families.
Is your child pushing your buttons? Panicking you about dangerous behaviors? Are your current relationships frustrating you? There are many reasons to call a therapist, relationships are not as satisfying or fulfilling as they once were, your children are acting out or struggling with transitional periods in there lives or maybe you or someone you know is suffering with anxiety or depression. Regardless of the reason for that first call I believe my work is relevant to you and your family. I have almost twenty years clinical experience working with difficult acting out adolescents, young adults, and their families.
I believe that some important elements are education on your child’s needs to integrate effective parenting techniques and working together to deconstruct those limiting stories you have told yourself about who you are.
Have you or your child decided that it is time to seek out help? Let’s face it, going to therapy can be a terrifying decision to make with a lot of uncertainties. Whether it’s family conflict, chronic anxiety/depression, relationship conflicts, overthinking, ADHD, insecure attachment, OCD, or a traumatic experience, you deserve a therapist who provides unconditional acceptance and compassion. One who helps you to figure out why we think, feel, and do what we do. I work with children, adults, couples, and families. I graduated with a specialization in Victim Counseling, and I am also a Certified Trauma Professional.
I believe that some important elements are education on your child’s needs to integrate effective parenting techniques and working together to deconstruct those limiting stories you have told yourself about who you are.
Have you or your child decided that it is time to seek out help? Let’s face it, going to therapy can be a terrifying decision to make with a lot of uncertainties. Whether it’s family conflict, chronic anxiety/depression, relationship conflicts, overthinking, ADHD, insecure attachment, OCD, or a traumatic experience, you deserve a therapist who provides unconditional acceptance and compassion. One who helps you to figure out why we think, feel, and do what we do. I work with children, adults, couples, and families. I graduated with a specialization in Victim Counseling, and I am also a Certified Trauma Professional.
I earned a Masters and an Educational Specialist Degree in School and Community Psychology from Seton Hall University, and a Doctorate of Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I specialize in assisting school-aged children through young adults in areas such as: self-regulation, anxiety, depression, anger management, coping skills, social skills, school issues, and learning disabilities. Additionally, I specialize in psychological assessment, which allows me to develop a person's profile of cognitive strengths and weaknesses and develop individualized academic and social-emotional interventions.
I earned a Masters and an Educational Specialist Degree in School and Community Psychology from Seton Hall University, and a Doctorate of Psychology from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I specialize in assisting school-aged children through young adults in areas such as: self-regulation, anxiety, depression, anger management, coping skills, social skills, school issues, and learning disabilities. Additionally, I specialize in psychological assessment, which allows me to develop a person's profile of cognitive strengths and weaknesses and develop individualized academic and social-emotional interventions.
I provide empirically driven treatment for issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, as well as attachment focused parenting support through a child focused-developmental lens.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, my goal is to cultivate a warm and collaborative space where we can work together to achieve your therapeutic goals. I utilize an integrative approach that matches each individual’s personal style and presenting concerns.
I provide empirically driven treatment for issues related to anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, as well as attachment focused parenting support through a child focused-developmental lens.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, my goal is to cultivate a warm and collaborative space where we can work together to achieve your therapeutic goals. I utilize an integrative approach that matches each individual’s personal style and presenting concerns.
LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada Psychotherapy is highly privatized boutique practice offering therapy to adults, teens and children with locations in Colts Neck, Little Silver, Sea Girt, Hazlet and Manalapan. We provide individual, family, marriage and couples therapy. Our approach to psychotherapy is personalized and holistic. All of our clinicians have extensive educational backgrounds and are board certified. If your looking for very high quality care, LEAF if your place. Experience a sense of Calm and Clarity.
LEAF by Dr. Dana Spada Psychotherapy is highly privatized boutique practice offering therapy to adults, teens and children with locations in Colts Neck, Little Silver, Sea Girt, Hazlet and Manalapan. We provide individual, family, marriage and couples therapy. Our approach to psychotherapy is personalized and holistic. All of our clinicians have extensive educational backgrounds and are board certified. If your looking for very high quality care, LEAF if your place. Experience a sense of Calm and Clarity.
And throughout the years have focused on children,adolescents,young adults and couples.
It is not easy to be a human being. My work focuses on helping individual and families address the barriors to an open hearted acceptance of the challenges we all face--- the challenges surrounding love and loss. None of us has been perfectly parented and yet we all need to find our way to successful work and successful relationships. My task as a therapist is to help my clients find the resources within themselves and within their world to enable them to live imperfect yet happy and productive lives.
And throughout the years have focused on children,adolescents,young adults and couples.
It is not easy to be a human being. My work focuses on helping individual and families address the barriors to an open hearted acceptance of the challenges we all face--- the challenges surrounding love and loss. None of us has been perfectly parented and yet we all need to find our way to successful work and successful relationships. My task as a therapist is to help my clients find the resources within themselves and within their world to enable them to live imperfect yet happy and productive lives.
I have special interests in treatment to reduce anxiety and depression, as well as the treatment of children for emotional and behavioral difficulties.
As a psychologist I am committed to guiding clients to making meaningful changes in their lives. I have been providing evidenced based treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families for the past 18 years. I employ a cognitive behavioral orientation in helping my clients examine thinking patterns that many times creates and maintain our "ruts". Challenging and changing these patterns promotes personal healing, improved relationships, and deeper satisfaction and happiness.
I have special interests in treatment to reduce anxiety and depression, as well as the treatment of children for emotional and behavioral difficulties.
As a psychologist I am committed to guiding clients to making meaningful changes in their lives. I have been providing evidenced based treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families for the past 18 years. I employ a cognitive behavioral orientation in helping my clients examine thinking patterns that many times creates and maintain our "ruts". Challenging and changing these patterns promotes personal healing, improved relationships, and deeper satisfaction and happiness.
I also support parents in navigating their children’s behavioral difficulties and recognizing how their own childhood experiences influence their parenting.
I make sure you feel supported, remembered and important. Through an eclectic approach, I help you to see yourself as you are and as who you want to be. I provide teens and adults a safe space and tools to explore their emotions, experiences and identities and improve relationships; I support parents in doing the same with their children.
I also support parents in navigating their children’s behavioral difficulties and recognizing how their own childhood experiences influence their parenting.
I make sure you feel supported, remembered and important. Through an eclectic approach, I help you to see yourself as you are and as who you want to be. I provide teens and adults a safe space and tools to explore their emotions, experiences and identities and improve relationships; I support parents in doing the same with their children.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Online Only)
I offer individual counseling as well as art therapy for children as young as 5 years old, teens, and adults.
If you find yourself struggling to get from day to day, feeling lost, confused, unmotivated, or are unsure of how to manage a situation, then now is the right time to come in and talk about it. Having these feelings can be overwhelming and make you feel like you can't overcome them, but you can. Together we can take the steps necessary to get you in a better positon to tackle your struggles.
I offer individual counseling as well as art therapy for children as young as 5 years old, teens, and adults.
If you find yourself struggling to get from day to day, feeling lost, confused, unmotivated, or are unsure of how to manage a situation, then now is the right time to come in and talk about it. Having these feelings can be overwhelming and make you feel like you can't overcome them, but you can. Together we can take the steps necessary to get you in a better positon to tackle your struggles.
Kelly Stolberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Waitlist for new clients
I love utilizing EMDR and Inner Child Work to support my therapy.
I am a firm believer that change and recovery are possible for everyone. Therapy and change can be both difficult and challenging experiences. My approach centers around trust and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I am an open-minded and nonjudgmental support who can walk with a person through this journey. I hope to help individuals learn more about themselves and how to live more authentically. I love supporting people in harnessing their own individuality while helping them navigate the world and it's stress. We don't necessarily live in a world that embraces uniqueness, let me assist you in tapping into that magic.
I love utilizing EMDR and Inner Child Work to support my therapy.
I am a firm believer that change and recovery are possible for everyone. Therapy and change can be both difficult and challenging experiences. My approach centers around trust and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. I am an open-minded and nonjudgmental support who can walk with a person through this journey. I hope to help individuals learn more about themselves and how to live more authentically. I love supporting people in harnessing their own individuality while helping them navigate the world and it's stress. We don't necessarily live in a world that embraces uniqueness, let me assist you in tapping into that magic.
Her expertise encompasses various areas, including anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues.
Amanda Brower M.S.Ed, LAC, is dedicated to establishing a solid foundation for her clients, building trusted rapport, and fostering growth. Serving the communities of New Jersey, she aims to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can thrive. Through strengths in problem-solving, communication, and collaboration, Amanda strives to be a resourceful member of society, promoting efficiency and influencing positive outcomes. Amanda specializes in treating children and adolescents, offering a compassionate and skilled approach to their unique challenges.
Her expertise encompasses various areas, including anxiety, depression, and childhood behavior issues.
Amanda Brower M.S.Ed, LAC, is dedicated to establishing a solid foundation for her clients, building trusted rapport, and fostering growth. Serving the communities of New Jersey, she aims to create a safe and supportive environment where individuals can thrive. Through strengths in problem-solving, communication, and collaboration, Amanda strives to be a resourceful member of society, promoting efficiency and influencing positive outcomes. Amanda specializes in treating children and adolescents, offering a compassionate and skilled approach to their unique challenges.
Vis Ta Vie Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Online Only)
Vis Ta Vie Therapy is a New Jersey based Telehealth Counseling service offering mental health, relational, emotional, and psychological care for individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children. Focused on serving both New Jersey and Florida, I offer a personalized approach to person-centered therapy and I am equipped to meet your unique needs while providing trustworthy competent care. Allow me to come alongside you with compassion, helping you get to the source of the current challenges that may be preventing you from living your life to the fullest.
Vis Ta Vie Therapy is a New Jersey based Telehealth Counseling service offering mental health, relational, emotional, and psychological care for individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children. Focused on serving both New Jersey and Florida, I offer a personalized approach to person-centered therapy and I am equipped to meet your unique needs while providing trustworthy competent care. Allow me to come alongside you with compassion, helping you get to the source of the current challenges that may be preventing you from living your life to the fullest.
Jarrah Kratzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
The decision to enter into therapy is a challenging one, which is why I strive to make your experience as comfortable and as empowering as possible. My goal is to develop a trusting and encouraging therapeutic relationship by drawing on your personal strengths and creating attainable and realistic goals. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults working toward achieving emotional well-being and life balance. I have experience working with people facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief & loss, infertility and pregnancy loss issues, postpartum mood disorders, substance abuse, and many others.
The decision to enter into therapy is a challenging one, which is why I strive to make your experience as comfortable and as empowering as possible. My goal is to develop a trusting and encouraging therapeutic relationship by drawing on your personal strengths and creating attainable and realistic goals. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults working toward achieving emotional well-being and life balance. I have experience working with people facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief & loss, infertility and pregnancy loss issues, postpartum mood disorders, substance abuse, and many others.
My experiences have ranged across the lifespan with a heavy focus on working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults in a variety of settings.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist & certified school psychologist. My training includes work at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Kean Psychological Services, private practice, & several school districts. When you sit with me, we'll focus on what's going on, create a timeline of your symptoms, and discuss your thoughts, behaviors, & feelings. We'll also discuss their functions, any reinforcing variables, & the interaction between these different elements. Overall, I tend to understand behavior in terms of experiential avoidance and escape behavior. I emphasize a data driven approach and will track your progress in therapy.
My experiences have ranged across the lifespan with a heavy focus on working with children, adolescents, parents, and young adults in a variety of settings.
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist & certified school psychologist. My training includes work at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Kean Psychological Services, private practice, & several school districts. When you sit with me, we'll focus on what's going on, create a timeline of your symptoms, and discuss your thoughts, behaviors, & feelings. We'll also discuss their functions, any reinforcing variables, & the interaction between these different elements. Overall, I tend to understand behavior in terms of experiential avoidance and escape behavior. I emphasize a data driven approach and will track your progress in therapy.
Leigh Fagerstrom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Waitlist for new clients
I look forward to collaborating with you throughout this empowering process. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and PTSD, addiction, family conflicts and difficulty managing stress and emotions. I am trained in sand play therapy and certified in DBT. I hope to offer you a safe and authentic space while we work towards your sustainable wellness and post traumatic growth. I have extensive experience working with older children, teens, adults and families.
I look forward to collaborating with you throughout this empowering process. I specialize in the treatment of trauma and PTSD, addiction, family conflicts and difficulty managing stress and emotions. I am trained in sand play therapy and certified in DBT. I hope to offer you a safe and authentic space while we work towards your sustainable wellness and post traumatic growth. I have extensive experience working with older children, teens, adults and families.
Hello and welcome to my practice. Asking for help is not easy, so I am so glad you are here! Therapists are not a one size fits all and finding the right fit for you, your family, and/or your child is so important for therapy to be successful. My approach with clients is always collaborative, genuine and warm, and I use both empathy and humor. I am client-centered, strengths based, and solutions focused. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities to correspond with the needs of each individual client, meeting them where they are at.
Hello and welcome to my practice. Asking for help is not easy, so I am so glad you are here! Therapists are not a one size fits all and finding the right fit for you, your family, and/or your child is so important for therapy to be successful. My approach with clients is always collaborative, genuine and warm, and I use both empathy and humor. I am client-centered, strengths based, and solutions focused. I utilize multiple therapeutic modalities to correspond with the needs of each individual client, meeting them where they are at.
Platinum Counseling LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Reaching out for help can be difficult. Often times, we tend to neglect the need for our own self-care as we tackle the challenges of daily life and take care of the ones we love. Platinum Counseling offers a comfortable and casual environment where you can feel safe and supported. We encourage you to discuss your vulnerabilities, without judgement, with professionals who want to hear about your experiences. We can provide you with therapeutic strategies and education to understand and tackle your challenges while increasing your motivation to fulfill your own personal goals. We encourage you to contact us.
Reaching out for help can be difficult. Often times, we tend to neglect the need for our own self-care as we tackle the challenges of daily life and take care of the ones we love. Platinum Counseling offers a comfortable and casual environment where you can feel safe and supported. We encourage you to discuss your vulnerabilities, without judgement, with professionals who want to hear about your experiences. We can provide you with therapeutic strategies and education to understand and tackle your challenges while increasing your motivation to fulfill your own personal goals. We encourage you to contact us.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Colts Neck, NJ provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Colts Neck build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Colts Neck build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.