Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists in Cranford, NJ
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Brittany Barnstead
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
Cranford, NJ 07016
My ideal client would be a child, adolescent, or adult with a degree of insight/self-awareness into their presenting issues and motivation to improve their mental health. My most prominent diagnoses specialties include anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients on interpersonal problems, building coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and changing mindset/ thought patterns. My ideal client's goals include increasing a sense of peace and acceptance, working towards change, and developing healthier habits to improve wellbeing. A client who wants to change and be a better version of themselves is willing to be challenged.
My ideal client would be a child, adolescent, or adult with a degree of insight/self-awareness into their presenting issues and motivation to improve their mental health. My most prominent diagnoses specialties include anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients on interpersonal problems, building coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and changing mindset/ thought patterns. My ideal client's goals include increasing a sense of peace and acceptance, working towards change, and developing healthier habits to improve wellbeing. A client who wants to change and be a better version of themselves is willing to be challenged.
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Ovation Behavior Group provides comprehensive ABA therapy for individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities. Our team uses evidence-based practices and personalized treatment plans to increase independence and improve quality of life. We design our services to meet our clients’ individual needs and identify the right team of trained professionals to provide ongoing support. Our play-based approach creates a natural environment conducive to learning.
Ovation Behavior Group provides comprehensive ABA therapy for individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities. Our team uses evidence-based practices and personalized treatment plans to increase independence and improve quality of life. We design our services to meet our clients’ individual needs and identify the right team of trained professionals to provide ongoing support. Our play-based approach creates a natural environment conducive to learning.
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My ideal client could range in any issues. What is more important to me is they are ready and willing to do the work in navigating their challenges and is ready to better themselves. My ideal client is ready to talk and explore different angles of their struggles and is willing to express what is working and what doesn't work for them so we can find tuned treatment and continue to show progress.
My ideal client could range in any issues. What is more important to me is they are ready and willing to do the work in navigating their challenges and is ready to better themselves. My ideal client is ready to talk and explore different angles of their struggles and is willing to express what is working and what doesn't work for them so we can find tuned treatment and continue to show progress.
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My ideal client is grappling with a multitude of challenges and seeking support in their therapeutic journey. This client's primary concerns revolve around the quest to discover their authentic self and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. A devoted parent they are navigating the complexities of raising a child diagnosed with autism, adding an extra layer of responsibility and emotional weight to their daily life. Central to the client's therapeutic goals is the desire to unearth the positive aspects of their life. They're eager to shift their focus from challenges to blessings, fostering resilience and a sense of gratitude.
My ideal client is grappling with a multitude of challenges and seeking support in their therapeutic journey. This client's primary concerns revolve around the quest to discover their authentic self and cultivate a more positive outlook on life. A devoted parent they are navigating the complexities of raising a child diagnosed with autism, adding an extra layer of responsibility and emotional weight to their daily life. Central to the client's therapeutic goals is the desire to unearth the positive aspects of their life. They're eager to shift their focus from challenges to blessings, fostering resilience and a sense of gratitude.
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Therapy With Gi -
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Cranford, NJ 07016
Authenticity, honesty, empathy and creativity is what I have based my practice on. Life can be TOUGH, and it can feel difficult to get out of that loop, or I like to say, crawl out of the mud, it takes time but it's very possible and I hope to help provide you with the tools you will need to do so. I'm eclectic in my practice, using therapeutic evidenced based modalities, such as CBT (cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical behavior therapy) Art therapy/creative therapy, person centered therapy, family therapy etc. with a specialty in eating disorders/body image issues and self-esteem .
Authenticity, honesty, empathy and creativity is what I have based my practice on. Life can be TOUGH, and it can feel difficult to get out of that loop, or I like to say, crawl out of the mud, it takes time but it's very possible and I hope to help provide you with the tools you will need to do so. I'm eclectic in my practice, using therapeutic evidenced based modalities, such as CBT (cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical behavior therapy) Art therapy/creative therapy, person centered therapy, family therapy etc. with a specialty in eating disorders/body image issues and self-esteem .
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Inner Clarity, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cranford, NJ 07016
Inner Clarity, LLC is a group private practice comprised of professionals with varying areas of specialization. Our main goal is to provide a warm, inviting, and relaxing environment for our clients to engage in individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy with a professional who is skilled in meeting their clinical needs. We are an out-of-network provider and would be happy to verify benefits prior to starting services. Our office is able to bill out of network directly, so patients are only responsible for coinsurance at the time of service after deductible is met, and any balance outside of what insurance covers.
Inner Clarity, LLC is a group private practice comprised of professionals with varying areas of specialization. Our main goal is to provide a warm, inviting, and relaxing environment for our clients to engage in individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy with a professional who is skilled in meeting their clinical needs. We are an out-of-network provider and would be happy to verify benefits prior to starting services. Our office is able to bill out of network directly, so patients are only responsible for coinsurance at the time of service after deductible is met, and any balance outside of what insurance covers.
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Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
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I am a licensed psychologist in New York, Connecticut & New Jersey with over 22 years of clinical experience providing assessment and therapy. Are you reassessing your life or considering a job transition? Are you struggling to communicate with your partner? Are you committed to working on yourself or your relationship with your partner but are unsure how to start? I can help you. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and family members move toward optimal functioning and well-being.
I am a licensed psychologist in New York, Connecticut & New Jersey with over 22 years of clinical experience providing assessment and therapy. Are you reassessing your life or considering a job transition? Are you struggling to communicate with your partner? Are you committed to working on yourself or your relationship with your partner but are unsure how to start? I can help you. I am passionate about helping individuals, couples and family members move toward optimal functioning and well-being.
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Amanda Frusco is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of New Jersey with a plethora of experience working with adults who are seeking help in coping with anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, and chronic stress. Amanda received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Psychiatric Rehabilitation from Kean and Rutgers University and earned her Master's in Social Work from Kean University.
Amanda Frusco is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of New Jersey with a plethora of experience working with adults who are seeking help in coping with anxiety, OCD, low self-esteem, and chronic stress. Amanda received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Psychiatric Rehabilitation from Kean and Rutgers University and earned her Master's in Social Work from Kean University.
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Reena Pawar is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) who specializes in treating clients who are going through life changes, including divorce, career changes, adapting to college life as a young or older adult, and more. Reena’s background has equipped her with skills that are attuned to listening and working with individuals. She completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling at Saint Peter’s University.
Reena Pawar is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor (LAPC) who specializes in treating clients who are going through life changes, including divorce, career changes, adapting to college life as a young or older adult, and more. Reena’s background has equipped her with skills that are attuned to listening and working with individuals. She completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling at Saint Peter’s University.
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Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, DSW, MPA, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clark, NJ 07066
Great Joy Counseling & Consulting Services, led by Dr. La’Tesha Sampson, a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, is a group practice with a dedicated team of LCSWs, LSWs, LPCs, LACs, LMFTs, LAMFTs, RNs, and APNs. We are committed to delivering specialized services through various treatment modalities. Clients often praise our team's keen insight, non-judgmental approach, and extensive experience as what sets us apart in the field.
Great Joy Counseling & Consulting Services, led by Dr. La’Tesha Sampson, a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience, is a group practice with a dedicated team of LCSWs, LSWs, LPCs, LACs, LMFTs, LAMFTs, RNs, and APNs. We are committed to delivering specialized services through various treatment modalities. Clients often praise our team's keen insight, non-judgmental approach, and extensive experience as what sets us apart in the field.
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First Children Services
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Fanwood, NJ 07023 (Online Only)
Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.
Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.
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Brittany Barnstead
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR, NCC
Verified Verified
Westfield, NJ 07090
My ideal client would be a child, adolescent, or adult with a degree of insight/self-awareness into their presenting issues and motivation to improve their mental health. My most prominent diagnoses specialties include anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients on interpersonal problems, building coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and changing mindset/ thought patterns. My ideal client's goals include increasing a sense of peace and acceptance, working towards change, and developing healthier habits to improve wellbeing. A client who wants to change and be a better version of themselves is willing to be challenged.
My ideal client would be a child, adolescent, or adult with a degree of insight/self-awareness into their presenting issues and motivation to improve their mental health. My most prominent diagnoses specialties include anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients on interpersonal problems, building coping skills, practicing mindfulness, and changing mindset/ thought patterns. My ideal client's goals include increasing a sense of peace and acceptance, working towards change, and developing healthier habits to improve wellbeing. A client who wants to change and be a better version of themselves is willing to be challenged.
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Dr. Paula S Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
I am the co-founder of Evolution Mind, a mental health agency that provides evidence based service to individuals in order for them to reach a heightened level of peace, happiness and self-actualization. I am a certified School-Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of direct clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have extensive experience conducting evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of suspected victims of child abuse and neglect.
I am the co-founder of Evolution Mind, a mental health agency that provides evidence based service to individuals in order for them to reach a heightened level of peace, happiness and self-actualization. I am a certified School-Clinical Psychologist and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over 10 years of direct clinical experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have extensive experience conducting evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of suspected victims of child abuse and neglect.
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Zoey Kyriacou
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ADHDCCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mountainside, NJ 07092
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant worry or racing thoughts? Struggling to stay focused and organized? Dealing with persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness? Perhaps you're facing challenges in your relationships or navigating a major life transition. You're ready to feel at peace and content but don't know where to start. You're looking for someone to give you the tools you need to get there.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant worry or racing thoughts? Struggling to stay focused and organized? Dealing with persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness? Perhaps you're facing challenges in your relationships or navigating a major life transition. You're ready to feel at peace and content but don't know where to start. You're looking for someone to give you the tools you need to get there.
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Felicia Mainiero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Linden, NJ 07036 (Online Only)
The ideal client is anyone who is ready to talk. Just by starting the search for a therapist is setting off on the right foot. My goal is to work with you, build a healthy working relationship, establish your goals and work towards them together. You are not in this alone!
The ideal client is anyone who is ready to talk. Just by starting the search for a therapist is setting off on the right foot. My goal is to work with you, build a healthy working relationship, establish your goals and work towards them together. You are not in this alone!
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My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.
My name is Dr. Jeff Selman and I am a licensed psychologist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and a certified school psychologist. I offer evidence-based telepsychology services to individuals across the lifespan and their families. These services include autism screening and assessment, individual and family therapy, parent behavior management training and coaching, and consultation and training for schools and community agencies. My approach is grounded in cognitive behavior therapy and behavior therapy. My sessions tend to be active, goal-oriented, and engaging. I love the work and welcomes complex and challenging cases.
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Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, I have witnessed a lot that has helped me as a psychologist. I am experienced with working with children who have trauma and/or behavioral issues and adults who have mental health issues ranging from minimal stress to schizophrenia. I have worked with families that are dealing with infertility, infidelity, and separation. I am also a certified school psychologist. Hence, I understand academic difficulties and its impact on both the child and parent.
Born and raised in Newark, New Jersey, I have witnessed a lot that has helped me as a psychologist. I am experienced with working with children who have trauma and/or behavioral issues and adults who have mental health issues ranging from minimal stress to schizophrenia. I have worked with families that are dealing with infertility, infidelity, and separation. I am also a certified school psychologist. Hence, I understand academic difficulties and its impact on both the child and parent.
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Jesse Pierre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Thd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Union, NJ 07083 (Online Only)
Individual counseling provides therapy that can help you feel relieved and provide essential healing for your mental health. Treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy are a few methods that we use for treatment. Therapeutic interventions are offered for both adults and adolescents. CBT(Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family/Marital Therapy), Couples Therapy, are other services provided
Individual counseling provides therapy that can help you feel relieved and provide essential healing for your mental health. Treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy are a few methods that we use for treatment. Therapeutic interventions are offered for both adults and adolescents. CBT(Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family/Marital Therapy), Couples Therapy, are other services provided
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Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.
Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.
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Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Therapists
Who is ABA therapy for?
ABA therapy is most widely applied to teach basic behavioral, communication, and social skills to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders. It may also be used to help people undergoing rehabilitation following brain injury. It uses reward-based learning techniques to impart essential life skills. ABA is also used in the treatment of some other conditions. One is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) , to help children overcome difficulties with concentration and controlling impulsive behaviors. For people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorders, it is sometimes used to help them overcome compulsive behavior. ABA therapy is also sometimes used in cases of PTSD, to help people turn to positive behaviours when they have experiences that trigger distressing memories.
Why do people need ABA?
Children with autism and other developmental disorders need ABA therapy as a way to learn how to communicate and engage with others, improve their general ability to function and lead fulfilling lives, and diminish dangerous behaviors. The techniques used in ABA therapy are based on established principles of learning, and positive reinforcement—supplying earned rewards—is an important strategy for motivating positive behaviour change.
What happens in ABA therapy?
The first thing that happens in ABA therapy is an evaluation of the child in service of developing a treatment plan. The therapist meets with the child’s parent(s) in order to learn about the family and the child, assesses the child’s behavior and ability level, and then creates a plan tailored to the specific needs of that person. Once the treatment goals are established, the skills to be learned are broken down into small, component steps. Treatment sessions focus on learning and practicing each step, and furnishing meaningful rewards as steps are learned, behaviors are spontaneously implemented, and goals are accomplished. ABA therapists also train caregivers and families so that behavioral progress occurs beyond the clinical setting.
What problems does ABA therapy treat?
One of the primary goals of ABA therapy is to decrease the outbursts and other nonproductive behaviors of children with autism. At the same time, ABA aims to remedy language deficits and help such children learn how to communicate successfully. ABA therapy helps children learn age-appropriate social skills and gain skills, such as attention and focus, that are necessary for school.