Multicultural Therapists in Colts Neck, NJ
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Jennifer Ashley Flatley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Specializing in overcoming trauma and managing anxiety, depression, and automatic responses! If you are going through a painful experience or dealing with difficult life issues, therapy works! Relief is possible. Changing your life is possible! The relationship you build with yourself can set the tone for everything around you. Things can seem hopeless, and perhaps you feel that the closest people in your life don't understand. Maybe you've suffered a loss, and it’s taking a toll. Maybe things have been rough for a long time now. Maybe there’s a pattern you’re trying to break. I can help!
Specializing in overcoming trauma and managing anxiety, depression, and automatic responses! If you are going through a painful experience or dealing with difficult life issues, therapy works! Relief is possible. Changing your life is possible! The relationship you build with yourself can set the tone for everything around you. Things can seem hopeless, and perhaps you feel that the closest people in your life don't understand. Maybe you've suffered a loss, and it’s taking a toll. Maybe things have been rough for a long time now. Maybe there’s a pattern you’re trying to break. I can help!
Ross E Brutman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
My practice is dedicated to anxiety disorders with emphasis on OCD and OCD Related disorders. As such, approximately 85-90% of the clients that I am currently treating have this diagnosis. I have treated a significant amount of individuals and families who have been afflicted with the aforementioned challenges. This includes in an office setting, out in the community, and in the homes of the client. I'm up-to-date on the latest treatments. I treat clients on the Autism Spectrum, in all capacities (anxiety related and otherwise.) I also provide clinical supervision to other therapists on how to effectively treat their own clients.
My practice is dedicated to anxiety disorders with emphasis on OCD and OCD Related disorders. As such, approximately 85-90% of the clients that I am currently treating have this diagnosis. I have treated a significant amount of individuals and families who have been afflicted with the aforementioned challenges. This includes in an office setting, out in the community, and in the homes of the client. I'm up-to-date on the latest treatments. I treat clients on the Autism Spectrum, in all capacities (anxiety related and otherwise.) I also provide clinical supervision to other therapists on how to effectively treat their own clients.
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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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Dr. Pete approaches clinical work from a cognitive orientation, including a variety of evidence-based treatments while creating an open dialogue about treatment techniques, goals and culture. The main focus is on improving wellbeing and reducing stress including integration of Eastern traditions such as Buddhism and Yoga. This has lead to the authorship of several books and research articles on the utilization of mindfulness for effective leadership, building effective teams, and improving the wellness of high performing professionals (athletes and executives).
Dr. Pete approaches clinical work from a cognitive orientation, including a variety of evidence-based treatments while creating an open dialogue about treatment techniques, goals and culture. The main focus is on improving wellbeing and reducing stress including integration of Eastern traditions such as Buddhism and Yoga. This has lead to the authorship of several books and research articles on the utilization of mindfulness for effective leadership, building effective teams, and improving the wellness of high performing professionals (athletes and executives).
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Hello there! My name is Carolyn, and my life's work is helping my clients work through difficult issues, manage symptoms of mental illness, and reach all of their goals. For over 20 years, I have helped clients achieve learn techniques to manage anxiety and depression, achieve balance and improve function in all areas of life. I particularly like working with individuals who are experiencing conflict in the family or relationship realm, and I have worked with any and all issues one could think of in these areas. My interventions are practical, realistic, and you are the most important team member in your treatment!
Hello there! My name is Carolyn, and my life's work is helping my clients work through difficult issues, manage symptoms of mental illness, and reach all of their goals. For over 20 years, I have helped clients achieve learn techniques to manage anxiety and depression, achieve balance and improve function in all areas of life. I particularly like working with individuals who are experiencing conflict in the family or relationship realm, and I have worked with any and all issues one could think of in these areas. My interventions are practical, realistic, and you are the most important team member in your treatment!
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There are many reasons that people decide to come to therapy, and whatever that turning point is for you, I am here to help you along your journey! With over 10 years of experience in the field and holding dual licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), I am prepared to work with you to increase your happiness, fulfillment, and overall wellness. I believe in helping people live better lives by providing a positive, safe, nonjudgmental environment for people to share their personal stories.
There are many reasons that people decide to come to therapy, and whatever that turning point is for you, I am here to help you along your journey! With over 10 years of experience in the field and holding dual licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), I am prepared to work with you to increase your happiness, fulfillment, and overall wellness. I believe in helping people live better lives by providing a positive, safe, nonjudgmental environment for people to share their personal stories.
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Jennifer Flatley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Specializing in overcoming trauma and managing anxiety, depression, and automatic responses! If you are going through a painful experience or dealing with difficult life issues, therapy works! Relief is possible. Changing your life is possible! The relationship you build with yourself can set the tone for everything around you. Things can feel hopeless, and perhaps you feel that the closest people in your life don't understand. Maybe you've suffered a loss, and it’s taking a toll. Maybe things have been rough for a long time now. Maybe there’s a pattern you’re trying to break. I can help!
Specializing in overcoming trauma and managing anxiety, depression, and automatic responses! If you are going through a painful experience or dealing with difficult life issues, therapy works! Relief is possible. Changing your life is possible! The relationship you build with yourself can set the tone for everything around you. Things can feel hopeless, and perhaps you feel that the closest people in your life don't understand. Maybe you've suffered a loss, and it’s taking a toll. Maybe things have been rough for a long time now. Maybe there’s a pattern you’re trying to break. I can help!
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Complex Trauma And Narcissistic Abuse Stephanie Godwin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
I am a certified EMDR therapist and consultant through EMDRIA. I offer specialized care in the treatment of trauma/ PTSD, anxiety, and complex relationship issues. Relationships are hard and are often the foundation of a lot of our pain. Some of the issues I often work with are: healing from narcissistic abuse, navigating co- dependency/ people pleasing, infidelity, present day triggers to childhood trauma ( i.e. through parenting, our partners, bosses, strangers on the road, it comes out in a host of unsuspecting ways) poor self- worth, eating and body imagine issues.
I am a certified EMDR therapist and consultant through EMDRIA. I offer specialized care in the treatment of trauma/ PTSD, anxiety, and complex relationship issues. Relationships are hard and are often the foundation of a lot of our pain. Some of the issues I often work with are: healing from narcissistic abuse, navigating co- dependency/ people pleasing, infidelity, present day triggers to childhood trauma ( i.e. through parenting, our partners, bosses, strangers on the road, it comes out in a host of unsuspecting ways) poor self- worth, eating and body imagine issues.
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Siobhan McDermott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, SEP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Taking the first step to attend therapy can be nerve wrecking and intimidating but can also demonstrate great insight and self-empowerment. My belief and intention in providing therapy is to collaboratively work with individuals to meet their unique needs and to develop a healthy and positive sense of self in order to accomplish personal goals. I also believe the therapeutic process is most effective when a strong therapeutic relationship is established; therefore, I provide an empathic, supportive, open, direct, and nonjudgmental environment with some humor mixed in when appropriate.
Taking the first step to attend therapy can be nerve wrecking and intimidating but can also demonstrate great insight and self-empowerment. My belief and intention in providing therapy is to collaboratively work with individuals to meet their unique needs and to develop a healthy and positive sense of self in order to accomplish personal goals. I also believe the therapeutic process is most effective when a strong therapeutic relationship is established; therefore, I provide an empathic, supportive, open, direct, and nonjudgmental environment with some humor mixed in when appropriate.
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Hilary Scheer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Managing life stressors & balancing relationships are common issues that humans struggle with today. We struggle to do it all & more often than not we wind up feeling burned out and/or checked out. We are existing instead of living. I view therapy as offering the opportunity to gain another perspective on life experiences & explore how to navigate them more effectively. Once we gift ourselves the opportunity to engage in therapy we become better equipped to function from a place of gratitude which automatically shifts us into a healthier state of mind.
Managing life stressors & balancing relationships are common issues that humans struggle with today. We struggle to do it all & more often than not we wind up feeling burned out and/or checked out. We are existing instead of living. I view therapy as offering the opportunity to gain another perspective on life experiences & explore how to navigate them more effectively. Once we gift ourselves the opportunity to engage in therapy we become better equipped to function from a place of gratitude which automatically shifts us into a healthier state of mind.
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J Victoria Laszlo - Laszlo Center 4 Hope Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Are you unhappy, hurt, anxious or angry? Is your life or relationship in a bad place? Everything you tried isn't working? I'm here to help! While on a life journey toward meaning & happiness, sometimes we need to sort through the issues that hold us back or are a heavy weight to carry. Therapy is a place to do that sorting: in a safe & trusting environment, we go through our traveler's bag, keep what's our strengths & passions, resolve the entangled conflicts, and maybe leave behind what no longer serves us within our hearts. I would love to be your guide in this journey.
Are you unhappy, hurt, anxious or angry? Is your life or relationship in a bad place? Everything you tried isn't working? I'm here to help! While on a life journey toward meaning & happiness, sometimes we need to sort through the issues that hold us back or are a heavy weight to carry. Therapy is a place to do that sorting: in a safe & trusting environment, we go through our traveler's bag, keep what's our strengths & passions, resolve the entangled conflicts, and maybe leave behind what no longer serves us within our hearts. I would love to be your guide in this journey.
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All are welcome. After 16 years of practice as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to worked in many different settings, and feel that I can provide a well rounded approach to treatment based on best practice research and ethical considerations.
All are welcome. After 16 years of practice as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to worked in many different settings, and feel that I can provide a well rounded approach to treatment based on best practice research and ethical considerations.
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Inner Calm & Grace and Healing
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Dr. Clarissa Mulligan Attara (she/her), Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, NCC, EMDR-T and I am licensed and providing virtual sessions in NY and in person or virtual sessions in NJ. I am passionate about helping others achieve a sense of inner calm. I utilize an attachment lens to understand where you were, where you are, and where you want to be. I focus on self compassion, skill development, promoting healing and personal growth. In counseling you should feel validated and supported. I am passionate about helping those who have experienced attachment trauma, co-occurring issues, and addiction.
Hi, I'm Dr. Clarissa Mulligan Attara (she/her), Ph.D., LPC, LMHC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, NCC, EMDR-T and I am licensed and providing virtual sessions in NY and in person or virtual sessions in NJ. I am passionate about helping others achieve a sense of inner calm. I utilize an attachment lens to understand where you were, where you are, and where you want to be. I focus on self compassion, skill development, promoting healing and personal growth. In counseling you should feel validated and supported. I am passionate about helping those who have experienced attachment trauma, co-occurring issues, and addiction.
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Aaron Strauss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Welcome to your journey towards healing and self-discovery. I am dedicated to guiding you through the intricate landscape of your emotions and relationships. With extensive experience and a profound understanding of the human psyche, I offer a therapeutic experience uniquely tailored to your needs. By integrating modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Somatic Experiencing, we will explore and heal the layers of your past and present, creating a path to a brighter, more fulfilling future.
Welcome to your journey towards healing and self-discovery. I am dedicated to guiding you through the intricate landscape of your emotions and relationships. With extensive experience and a profound understanding of the human psyche, I offer a therapeutic experience uniquely tailored to your needs. By integrating modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Somatic Experiencing, we will explore and heal the layers of your past and present, creating a path to a brighter, more fulfilling future.
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Dolores DeGiacomo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Online Only)
If you are looking to make a specific changes in your life, reduce anxiety, or improve relationships then therapy may be the answer. I believe that all of us have the right to live fully and authentically. Sometimes things get in the way; from a chaotic childhood to low self esteem, depression, loss of any kind, or any other adverse life event that blocks us from achieving true satisfaction and happiness in life. I strive to create a compassionate, supportive and non-judgmental environment for those that are struggling with challenging symptoms, have difficulties managing emotions or maintaining healthy and satisfying relationships.
If you are looking to make a specific changes in your life, reduce anxiety, or improve relationships then therapy may be the answer. I believe that all of us have the right to live fully and authentically. Sometimes things get in the way; from a chaotic childhood to low self esteem, depression, loss of any kind, or any other adverse life event that blocks us from achieving true satisfaction and happiness in life. I strive to create a compassionate, supportive and non-judgmental environment for those that are struggling with challenging symptoms, have difficulties managing emotions or maintaining healthy and satisfying relationships.
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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.
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Theresa Sun Santucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Online Only)
My name is Theresa Santucci, LCSW- owner and therapist at Aurora Sun Counseling, LLC. I am a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received my Masters of Social Work from Fordham University and Bachelors in Social work from Stockton University . I am a Gottman Method Level 3 Trained therapist and trained in Trauma Focused CBT. My go to method is Cognitive behavioral therapy but I will use an eclectic method depending on the needs of each Individual. I love working alongside individuals to figure out the barriers to living their best life and how to achieve their therapeutic goals.
My name is Theresa Santucci, LCSW- owner and therapist at Aurora Sun Counseling, LLC. I am a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker and received my Masters of Social Work from Fordham University and Bachelors in Social work from Stockton University . I am a Gottman Method Level 3 Trained therapist and trained in Trauma Focused CBT. My go to method is Cognitive behavioral therapy but I will use an eclectic method depending on the needs of each Individual. I love working alongside individuals to figure out the barriers to living their best life and how to achieve their therapeutic goals.
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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.
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Dr. Aubrey Daniels
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Colts Neck, NJ 07722 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Congratulations on taking the bold step to healing and knowing yourself better, which leads to you feeling empowered and having more control over your life! My clinical practice is rooted in trauma-informed care with populations across the lifespan (childhood through adulthood). I possess a wide range of clinical experience, with adults experiencing severe mental health concerns, college students in multiple settings children, adolescents & families in mental health agencies and school settings. Each experience has provided me with a strong counseling skillset.
Congratulations on taking the bold step to healing and knowing yourself better, which leads to you feeling empowered and having more control over your life! My clinical practice is rooted in trauma-informed care with populations across the lifespan (childhood through adulthood). I possess a wide range of clinical experience, with adults experiencing severe mental health concerns, college students in multiple settings children, adolescents & families in mental health agencies and school settings. Each experience has provided me with a strong counseling skillset.
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Sunanda 'suni' Sharma
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Morganville, NJ 07751 (Online Only)
Seeking therapy is an incredibly brave act and I honor your strength by providing a non-judgmental, empathic, open, warm, and (at times) humorous space as we work together. I have supported clients as they navigate depression, anxiety, identity challenges, behavior changes, and even more general self-exploration. We are all cultural beings and I apply a racial and cultural lens so I (and we) may best understand your experience.
Seeking therapy is an incredibly brave act and I honor your strength by providing a non-judgmental, empathic, open, warm, and (at times) humorous space as we work together. I have supported clients as they navigate depression, anxiety, identity challenges, behavior changes, and even more general self-exploration. We are all cultural beings and I apply a racial and cultural lens so I (and we) may best understand your experience.
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Multicultural Therapists
What type of therapy is multicultural therapy?
Multicultural therapy is not tied to any specific therapy; rather, it is an overarching approach to therapy that aims to acknowledge and address the influence that factors like race, gender identity, and cultural background can have on someone’s life. Multicultural approaches can be applied to CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and others, and can be practiced with individuals, couples, families, or groups.
What can I expect from multicultural therapy?
Multicultural counseling should be tailored to the client’s unique identity and cultural needs. Such approaches often prioritize the building of trust so that the client feels comfortable exploring various aspects of their identity and any challenges caused by mismatches between their identity and the dominant culture. Beyond that, the format and timeline of therapy will be heavily influenced by the therapist’s preferred therapy approach and the specific problems for which the client sought therapy.
Can multicultural therapy help treat trauma?
Yes. Cultural factors such as racial background, gender identity and or sexuality, and immigration or refugee status can influence both whether someone experiences trauma and how they cope afterward. Multicultural approaches to trauma-informed care will be aware of these influences, helping the client recognize how their response to trauma may be shaped by their cultural background and identify coping mechanisms that take their identity into account.
What are the benefits of seeing a multicultural therapist?
Members of minority groups who seek therapy are sometimes frustrated by providers who don’t understand their cultural background or dismiss the ways in which race, gender, or other facets of their identity influence their lived experience. Seeing a multicultural therapist can help these clients feel seen, understood, and able to develop solutions to life challenges that take their upbringing, beliefs, and past experiences into account.