Multicultural Therapists in Edgewater, NJ
Jessica Connelly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Adolescents and young adults, today, are faced with a variety of significant issues. Some issues include the struggles with anxiety, depression, and ADHD. They face challenges like emotional instability, difficulty focusing, and managing academic and social pressures. They may alter their behavior or suppress their true identity to fit in, leading to confusion about their authentic selves. Their goals are to gain emotional stability, enhance productivity, and build self-confidence. They desire a sense of identity and self awareness. They are figuring out who they are, what they believe, and where they fit in the world.
Adolescents and young adults, today, are faced with a variety of significant issues. Some issues include the struggles with anxiety, depression, and ADHD. They face challenges like emotional instability, difficulty focusing, and managing academic and social pressures. They may alter their behavior or suppress their true identity to fit in, leading to confusion about their authentic selves. Their goals are to gain emotional stability, enhance productivity, and build self-confidence. They desire a sense of identity and self awareness. They are figuring out who they are, what they believe, and where they fit in the world.
Ramaya Farooq
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Are you a hardworking woman who’s constantly on the go but still feels unfulfilled? You might excel in your career, keep up with all your responsibilities, and appear "high-functioning" on the outside, but inside, you’re feeling exhausted, restless, and stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts and low motivation. Despite all your efforts, finding the time and support to take care of yourself has been challenging, and the stress is beginning to take a toll on your physical health. You may notice signs like muscle tension, headaches, digestive issues, or disrupted sleep—indications that your body is stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
Are you a hardworking woman who’s constantly on the go but still feels unfulfilled? You might excel in your career, keep up with all your responsibilities, and appear "high-functioning" on the outside, but inside, you’re feeling exhausted, restless, and stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts and low motivation. Despite all your efforts, finding the time and support to take care of yourself has been challenging, and the stress is beginning to take a toll on your physical health. You may notice signs like muscle tension, headaches, digestive issues, or disrupted sleep—indications that your body is stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
Welcome to the Psych Center. We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call: 201-606-2592 or email us.
Welcome to the Psych Center. We are a private practice that aims to provide quality services to children, adults, and their families. We understand the sensitivity and compassion it takes to help our clients succeed. Furthermore, we strive to be collaborative and work with you on identifying and accomplishing the goals you set forth. Please explore our page which addresses our services, fees, and other important information. We look forward to hearing from you. For questions, comments, or to schedule an appointment, please call: 201-606-2592 or email us.
As a licensed psychologist in NY and NJ, I offer remote individual psychotherapy to adults (Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm). My approach is collaborative and you are an active partner in designing your personal goals. I individualize treatment based on your presenting concerns/needs, as well as your unique background and history. Based on my training and experience in a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, I use an integrative approach to help you reach your personal goals, which may involve learning skills to manage life’s difficulties and developing greater understanding of yourself.
As a licensed psychologist in NY and NJ, I offer remote individual psychotherapy to adults (Mon-Thurs: 9am-5pm). My approach is collaborative and you are an active partner in designing your personal goals. I individualize treatment based on your presenting concerns/needs, as well as your unique background and history. Based on my training and experience in a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, I use an integrative approach to help you reach your personal goals, which may involve learning skills to manage life’s difficulties and developing greater understanding of yourself.
In my practice, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment where a trusting therapeutic relationship can be built. This has been, in my 18+ years of experience, the most effective way to ensure we can do meaningful work to achieve your goals. In this therapy journey, I hope to support and challenge you along the way, working collaboratively to help you live a more fulfilling life. Through my gentle guidance, clients are encouraged to be more open and introspective by identifying goals, becoming more aware of their maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and empowering them to work towards their needs and wants.
In my practice, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment where a trusting therapeutic relationship can be built. This has been, in my 18+ years of experience, the most effective way to ensure we can do meaningful work to achieve your goals. In this therapy journey, I hope to support and challenge you along the way, working collaboratively to help you live a more fulfilling life. Through my gentle guidance, clients are encouraged to be more open and introspective by identifying goals, becoming more aware of their maladaptive thoughts and behaviors, and empowering them to work towards their needs and wants.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey. I have extensive experience working with such conditions as anxiety, depression, work-related stress, grief/loss, life transitions, parenting issues, relationship issues, developmental trauma, racial trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I trained in psychodynamic, cognitive/behavioral and emotionally-focused therapy with individuals, couples, parents and families. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative as I draw from traditional insight-oriented and cognitive therapies as well as experiential body/mind, and psychobiological techniques.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Psychologist licensed in New York and New Jersey. I have extensive experience working with such conditions as anxiety, depression, work-related stress, grief/loss, life transitions, parenting issues, relationship issues, developmental trauma, racial trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I trained in psychodynamic, cognitive/behavioral and emotionally-focused therapy with individuals, couples, parents and families. My approach to psychotherapy is integrative as I draw from traditional insight-oriented and cognitive therapies as well as experiential body/mind, and psychobiological techniques.
Mizuho 'miho' Kanazawa
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020
I am dedicated to working with clients whose personality and life experience were shaped by more than one culture: You might be an international student or in your 20's or 30's navigating anxiety. You might have been raised by 1st generation Asian parents or one and half or 2nd generation immigrants. You might be struggling in a relationship where you and your partner come from different cultural backgrounds not feeling understood. You are in the relationship but you both feel alone in the relationship. I love to help. I work with clients individually and as couples.
I am dedicated to working with clients whose personality and life experience were shaped by more than one culture: You might be an international student or in your 20's or 30's navigating anxiety. You might have been raised by 1st generation Asian parents or one and half or 2nd generation immigrants. You might be struggling in a relationship where you and your partner come from different cultural backgrounds not feeling understood. You are in the relationship but you both feel alone in the relationship. I love to help. I work with clients individually and as couples.
Alison Prince Hammonds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD, LPC, FAPA, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020
My 30+ years of experience enable me to treat a variety of populations and cultures. My degrees in the disciplines of clinical psychology, clinical social work and clinical art therapy allow me the opportunity to utilize many treatment interventions as I assist people to help and empower themselves. My work is collaborative and interactive and includes involvement in all systems associated with the patient as necessary. From the difficult to treat child and adolescent, to the adult facing divorce, occupational crisis, or life re-evaluation, our work together is goal oriented. Consultant & certified EMDR therapist treating trauma.
My 30+ years of experience enable me to treat a variety of populations and cultures. My degrees in the disciplines of clinical psychology, clinical social work and clinical art therapy allow me the opportunity to utilize many treatment interventions as I assist people to help and empower themselves. My work is collaborative and interactive and includes involvement in all systems associated with the patient as necessary. From the difficult to treat child and adolescent, to the adult facing divorce, occupational crisis, or life re-evaluation, our work together is goal oriented. Consultant & certified EMDR therapist treating trauma.
My ideal client is one that is committed to change. I believe there is no one sized fits all approach to this work and my ideal client will keep an open mind as we explore goals, challenges, and potential problem-solving solutions along the way. I enjoy working with folks that have a desire to better understand themselves and live in alignment with their core values. If you are feeling stuck, struggling with depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflict, I'd like to support you to create a life that you're proud of.
My ideal client is one that is committed to change. I believe there is no one sized fits all approach to this work and my ideal client will keep an open mind as we explore goals, challenges, and potential problem-solving solutions along the way. I enjoy working with folks that have a desire to better understand themselves and live in alignment with their core values. If you are feeling stuck, struggling with depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflict, I'd like to support you to create a life that you're proud of.
Heidi Morelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Life is challenging and it's not surprising that many of us struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty making decisions and building healthy relationships. Many of us have received the message that we aren’t “good enough”. These messages can come from many different sources and it can be difficult not to internalize these unhealthy belief systems. We will work together to get a better understanding of how your thoughts, feelings and behaviors have been impacted by past and present experiences and what you can do to not allow these negative experiences define who you are today.
Life is challenging and it's not surprising that many of us struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, difficulty making decisions and building healthy relationships. Many of us have received the message that we aren’t “good enough”. These messages can come from many different sources and it can be difficult not to internalize these unhealthy belief systems. We will work together to get a better understanding of how your thoughts, feelings and behaviors have been impacted by past and present experiences and what you can do to not allow these negative experiences define who you are today.
Vanessa De Jesus Guzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020
There is a lot that pulls you in a thousand directions as a mom. You're expected to run a seamless household, support your family, spend time with friends, and look good while doing it all. Advice from family and friends doesn't help much, and instead it leaves you more confused. Your older family members suggest parenting with a heavy hand how you were raised, but that doesn't feel good to you, or your kids. You wonder... how is it that other mothers seem to have it all together? You can allow motherhood to take over your well-being, or you can get support from a licensed therapist - who looks like you and totally gets it.
There is a lot that pulls you in a thousand directions as a mom. You're expected to run a seamless household, support your family, spend time with friends, and look good while doing it all. Advice from family and friends doesn't help much, and instead it leaves you more confused. Your older family members suggest parenting with a heavy hand how you were raised, but that doesn't feel good to you, or your kids. You wonder... how is it that other mothers seem to have it all together? You can allow motherhood to take over your well-being, or you can get support from a licensed therapist - who looks like you and totally gets it.
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Kazuko Nagafuchi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
If you are feeling that you need and/or want to change something for the better, that is wonderful! It means that you are already one step ahead and very resilient. If you don’t know how to change and what to change, you don’t need to worry. I am here to guide you throughout your journey in order to build a more satisfying and peaceful life.
If you are feeling that you need and/or want to change something for the better, that is wonderful! It means that you are already one step ahead and very resilient. If you don’t know how to change and what to change, you don’t need to worry. I am here to guide you throughout your journey in order to build a more satisfying and peaceful life.
Therapy can be transformative by providing you with the support and care that you need. Together we will work to understand your story to shed light on the thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that are causing you distress. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with racial identity, assimilation, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. I also have experience in working with individuals of the LGBTQ+ community surrounding queer identity formation and coming out.
Therapy can be transformative by providing you with the support and care that you need. Together we will work to understand your story to shed light on the thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that are causing you distress. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with racial identity, assimilation, disordered eating, anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. I also have experience in working with individuals of the LGBTQ+ community surrounding queer identity formation and coming out.
Do you struggle with worrisome thoughts throughout the day? Do you feel you need a change but don’t know how or where to start? You are not alone. Anxiety, depression and obsessive thoughts are very common and most of us need help in managing life’s stressors. I am here to support you in achieving well-being through effective coping skills. I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds struggling with mental health challenges including anxiety, depression and OCD. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various modalities to fit clients’ goals.
Do you struggle with worrisome thoughts throughout the day? Do you feel you need a change but don’t know how or where to start? You are not alone. Anxiety, depression and obsessive thoughts are very common and most of us need help in managing life’s stressors. I am here to support you in achieving well-being through effective coping skills. I am experienced in working with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds struggling with mental health challenges including anxiety, depression and OCD. I use an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing various modalities to fit clients’ goals.
D'Amani Bowman
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself minimizing or gaslighting your feelings and experiences to make peace in relationships? Are you struggling because you feel unheard? Are you tired of unrealistic expectations of others? Seeking counseling services can be an overwhelming experience. Especially if this is your first time, or if you haven't had the best experiences in therapy. What I can offer is a space where you are safe to be your authentic self, without judgment. Our work together will consist of putting you back into the driver seat of your own life and achieving the goals that you set for yourself.
Do you find yourself minimizing or gaslighting your feelings and experiences to make peace in relationships? Are you struggling because you feel unheard? Are you tired of unrealistic expectations of others? Seeking counseling services can be an overwhelming experience. Especially if this is your first time, or if you haven't had the best experiences in therapy. What I can offer is a space where you are safe to be your authentic self, without judgment. Our work together will consist of putting you back into the driver seat of your own life and achieving the goals that you set for yourself.
My deepest commitment is to help you find hope, healing, and transformation. I've had the privilege of walking alongside individuals from diverse backgrounds, including new mothers, children, teenagers, married couples, and people working through anxiety, trauma, grief, body image or eating disorders, and major life transitions. I prioritize the well-being and growth of each client and I provide unwavering support and guidance through life's challenges.
My deepest commitment is to help you find hope, healing, and transformation. I've had the privilege of walking alongside individuals from diverse backgrounds, including new mothers, children, teenagers, married couples, and people working through anxiety, trauma, grief, body image or eating disorders, and major life transitions. I prioritize the well-being and growth of each client and I provide unwavering support and guidance through life's challenges.
As a BIPOC Therapist, I strive to provide a decolonizing, holistic and culturally sensitive space in which an individual can find healing. I have significant experience working with individuals that have experienced family trauma and issues related to family of origin which are often impacted by Colonialism, Imperialism, and forced migration. My clients are those who need assistance in navigating the challenges of their lives as professionals, siblings, parents, friends or partners impacted by various oppressive systems.
As a BIPOC Therapist, I strive to provide a decolonizing, holistic and culturally sensitive space in which an individual can find healing. I have significant experience working with individuals that have experienced family trauma and issues related to family of origin which are often impacted by Colonialism, Imperialism, and forced migration. My clients are those who need assistance in navigating the challenges of their lives as professionals, siblings, parents, friends or partners impacted by various oppressive systems.
No one decides to struggle. There are normally very complex and deeply personal reasons a person reaches out for help. Our goal at North Jersey Wellness Center is to help guide you through your life’s journey. Our dedicated team of therapists will help you with any mental health or substance abuse concerns you may be experiencing. We use our own unique program and practice in a safe and warm environment of mutual understanding. We aim to put you back in control of your life, help you reconcile with your past, and empower you to embrace the future.
No one decides to struggle. There are normally very complex and deeply personal reasons a person reaches out for help. Our goal at North Jersey Wellness Center is to help guide you through your life’s journey. Our dedicated team of therapists will help you with any mental health or substance abuse concerns you may be experiencing. We use our own unique program and practice in a safe and warm environment of mutual understanding. We aim to put you back in control of your life, help you reconcile with your past, and empower you to embrace the future.
Therapy is only as good as the relationship between therapist and client. I provide a space for the client to explore their vulnerabilities, hopes, challenges and meet them with unconditional positive regard, empathy, and an environment where growth can occur. The human experience is universal and yet it is as unique as each individual human. Culture, family background, and one’s own personal circumstances directly inform a client’s worldview. I work closely with those struggling to manage the stress of daily life and those experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, disordered eating, trauma, and relational challenges.
Therapy is only as good as the relationship between therapist and client. I provide a space for the client to explore their vulnerabilities, hopes, challenges and meet them with unconditional positive regard, empathy, and an environment where growth can occur. The human experience is universal and yet it is as unique as each individual human. Culture, family background, and one’s own personal circumstances directly inform a client’s worldview. I work closely with those struggling to manage the stress of daily life and those experiencing challenges related to anxiety, depression, disordered eating, trauma, and relational challenges.
Seeking therapy is a deeply personal and courageous decision. As a counselor, I believe that everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts and feeling, free from judgement. With specialties in anger management, anxiety, and gambling addiction, I offer a range of services to support your mental health and well-being. However, my practice extends beyond these areas, and I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and centered around your unique needs and experiences.
Seeking therapy is a deeply personal and courageous decision. As a counselor, I believe that everyone deserves a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts and feeling, free from judgement. With specialties in anger management, anxiety, and gambling addiction, I offer a range of services to support your mental health and well-being. However, my practice extends beyond these areas, and I work with individuals facing a variety of challenges. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy and centered around your unique needs and experiences.
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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.