Narrative Therapists in Elizabeth, NJ
Sylvie Saintus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (Online Only)
Welcome! Do you feel stuck and stagnant? Do you feel like you are just surviving and not thriving? Do you question what your purpose is? Do you feel overwhelmed with life? Do you find yourself being present and strong for everyone else, but yet, you struggle to show up for yourself? I love helping people work through anxiety, depression, grief, poor self-esteem, relationship issues, behavioral issues and challenging life changes. I incorporate narrative strategies, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and a little bit of humor!
Welcome! Do you feel stuck and stagnant? Do you feel like you are just surviving and not thriving? Do you question what your purpose is? Do you feel overwhelmed with life? Do you find yourself being present and strong for everyone else, but yet, you struggle to show up for yourself? I love helping people work through anxiety, depression, grief, poor self-esteem, relationship issues, behavioral issues and challenging life changes. I incorporate narrative strategies, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and a little bit of humor!
Jennifer L Lovaglio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elizabeth, NJ 07208 (Online Only)
As a licensed professional counselor I provide clients with a safe space to share their concerns, struggles, or challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and built on warmth and trust. Together we will work to identify issues, past and present, with the goal of stability, healing and empowerment. Offering a holistic perspective, I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma and addiction (i.e. substance/alcohol abuse/dependency).
As a licensed professional counselor I provide clients with a safe space to share their concerns, struggles, or challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and built on warmth and trust. Together we will work to identify issues, past and present, with the goal of stability, healing and empowerment. Offering a holistic perspective, I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma and addiction (i.e. substance/alcohol abuse/dependency).
Carmen Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Verified Verified
Elizabeth, NJ 07202 (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker and earned my master's degree from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. I encourage my clients to share their feelings while working towards their goals in a comforting and judgement free environment. At times, we may feel alone, lost or confused during difficult moments in our lives. With compassion and empathy, I will join you in your journey.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and earned my master's degree from Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. I encourage my clients to share their feelings while working towards their goals in a comforting and judgement free environment. At times, we may feel alone, lost or confused during difficult moments in our lives. With compassion and empathy, I will join you in your journey.
Clear Conscience Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdD, LPC, LCADC, CAMS-II, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Let's talk about it, and work together towards solutions.
Let's talk about it, and work together towards solutions.
Trisha K Espinoza
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Elizabeth, NJ 07208
My greatest passion is sitting with individuals as they become enlightened, unburdened & encouraged through the power of talk therapy. I consider it a privilege when anyone shares their life challenges with me in pursuit of support and guidance. External conditions may not change but through counseling, one's perspective and responses can change, leading to improved mental health. Struggles & pressures in life do not have to dictate or determine your identity or emotions but they can be used to produce growth and realization of personal strengths & potentials as we all have the ability to change. Citas en Español están disponible.
My greatest passion is sitting with individuals as they become enlightened, unburdened & encouraged through the power of talk therapy. I consider it a privilege when anyone shares their life challenges with me in pursuit of support and guidance. External conditions may not change but through counseling, one's perspective and responses can change, leading to improved mental health. Struggles & pressures in life do not have to dictate or determine your identity or emotions but they can be used to produce growth and realization of personal strengths & potentials as we all have the ability to change. Citas en Español están disponible.
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.
I empower couples, adults, and youth to navigate relationship challenges, family conflict, ADHD, social and academic pressures, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ issues. With kids and teens, I bring art, play, mindfulness, and coping skills into session while collaborating with parents for lasting change. For adults and couples, we’ll explore your patterns and early experiences to better understand your path forward today. I use approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Gottman Method couples therapy to boost connection and well-being. Check my availability and book at www.resolutioncc.com/team
I empower couples, adults, and youth to navigate relationship challenges, family conflict, ADHD, social and academic pressures, anxiety, depression, and LGBTQ+ issues. With kids and teens, I bring art, play, mindfulness, and coping skills into session while collaborating with parents for lasting change. For adults and couples, we’ll explore your patterns and early experiences to better understand your path forward today. I use approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Gottman Method couples therapy to boost connection and well-being. Check my availability and book at www.resolutioncc.com/team
If you’re reading this you are probably facing a difficult situation and finding a therapist that is the “right fit” on top of it all can be difficult. Let me make this easier by explaining what I do with my clients. I neutrally show compassion with every individual, couple, and family I work with. I approach therapy systemically, looking at individuals within the context of their relationships and social systems. Specializing with couples and families I tend to address relational patterns, emotional distress, communication dynamics, and power structures within family systems.
If you’re reading this you are probably facing a difficult situation and finding a therapist that is the “right fit” on top of it all can be difficult. Let me make this easier by explaining what I do with my clients. I neutrally show compassion with every individual, couple, and family I work with. I approach therapy systemically, looking at individuals within the context of their relationships and social systems. Specializing with couples and families I tend to address relational patterns, emotional distress, communication dynamics, and power structures within family systems.
Aneesah Hardy
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client is someone who is grappling with identity development, school stress, life transitions, and peer or family dynamics. They seek to understand themselves better and need a safe space to explore their feelings and challenges. Their goal is to build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and improve their mental well-being. They want support that is empathetic, evidence-based, and tailored to their unique life experiences and stages. At the moment, I am only able to see clients in NJ, PA clients will be seen soon.
My ideal client is someone who is grappling with identity development, school stress, life transitions, and peer or family dynamics. They seek to understand themselves better and need a safe space to explore their feelings and challenges. Their goal is to build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and improve their mental well-being. They want support that is empathetic, evidence-based, and tailored to their unique life experiences and stages. At the moment, I am only able to see clients in NJ, PA clients will be seen soon.
Monica Valencia Echeverri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elizabeth, NJ 07201 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of NJ and NC. I work with adolescents and adults facing difficult life challenges such as life transitions, trauma, women issues, relational issues, loss and emotional issues such as depression, anxiety, stress and grief. I employ an integrative approach that blends evidence based techniques with a person centered perspective. Interventions that I use include DBT which teaches skills to learn how to accept oneself and one’s emotions to be able to make positive changes. I also use CBT which helps to explore the relationship between thinking patterns and behaviors.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of NJ and NC. I work with adolescents and adults facing difficult life challenges such as life transitions, trauma, women issues, relational issues, loss and emotional issues such as depression, anxiety, stress and grief. I employ an integrative approach that blends evidence based techniques with a person centered perspective. Interventions that I use include DBT which teaches skills to learn how to accept oneself and one’s emotions to be able to make positive changes. I also use CBT which helps to explore the relationship between thinking patterns and behaviors.
Saby Cevallos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Elizabeth, NJ 07206 (Online Only)
My goal is always to bring Truth into your life so that the Truth can bring about your Freedom. I look to meet you where you are and walk along side you until you arrive where you want to be. I seek to help you to be whole, in mind, body and soul.
My goal is always to bring Truth into your life so that the Truth can bring about your Freedom. I look to meet you where you are and walk along side you until you arrive where you want to be. I seek to help you to be whole, in mind, body and soul.
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Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
Elizabeth, NJ 07202
Do you have a child or are you an adolescents, adult, or family and have issues related to depression/anxiety, foster care/adoption, behavioral concerns, parenting, relationships/family issues, adjustment/transitions, trauma, spiritual issues or concerns, domestic violence, vocational counseling, co-dependency, guilt/ shame, woman issues, life purpose, relationship issues and multicultural problems? I have experience in counseling clients from diverse populations, and spiritual backgrounds. - Tambien hablamos Español...
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Sharaya Wallace-Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Westfield, NJ 07090
I would use a combination of DBT and narrative therapy to assist the client through discussed goals.
The ideal client is struggling with boundaries and stress management as they've begun caring for an aging parent while transitioning into a new career while maintaining a healthy marriage and sense of self. Caring for a parent comes with many experiences and emotions, as we can unexpectedly fall into the arena of grief and life as we know it. Maintaining healthy boundaries is an essential piece to effective communication and clarity.
I would use a combination of DBT and narrative therapy to assist the client through discussed goals.
The ideal client is struggling with boundaries and stress management as they've begun caring for an aging parent while transitioning into a new career while maintaining a healthy marriage and sense of self. Caring for a parent comes with many experiences and emotions, as we can unexpectedly fall into the arena of grief and life as we know it. Maintaining healthy boundaries is an essential piece to effective communication and clarity.
Sharaya Wallace-Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cranford, NJ 07016
I would use a combination of DBT and narrative therapy to assist the client through discussed goals.
The ideal client is struggling with boundaries and stress management as they've begun caring for an aging parent while transitioning into a new career while maintaining a healthy marriage and sense of self. Caring for a parent comes with many experiences and emotions, as we can unexpectedly fall into the arena of grief and life as we know it. Maintaining healthy boundaries is an essential piece to effective communication and clarity.
I would use a combination of DBT and narrative therapy to assist the client through discussed goals.
The ideal client is struggling with boundaries and stress management as they've begun caring for an aging parent while transitioning into a new career while maintaining a healthy marriage and sense of self. Caring for a parent comes with many experiences and emotions, as we can unexpectedly fall into the arena of grief and life as we know it. Maintaining healthy boundaries is an essential piece to effective communication and clarity.
Marissa Geist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westfield, NJ 07090 (Online Only)
Brène Brown: "Integrity is choosing courage over comfort." Often it is not easy to ask for help, to step outside of your comfort zone, but sometimes it is easier to have someone in your corner who can provide counseling and psychotherapy support. I work with children and adolescents to alleviate anxiety, stress, and ADHD symptoms. My focus to continually create a positive self- narrative and overall well-being for my clients. I want my clients to feel a sense of safety, sensitivity and wellness within themselves and with others. Please reach out if you are looking for ongoing therapeutic support through online counseling services.
Brène Brown: "Integrity is choosing courage over comfort." Often it is not easy to ask for help, to step outside of your comfort zone, but sometimes it is easier to have someone in your corner who can provide counseling and psychotherapy support. I work with children and adolescents to alleviate anxiety, stress, and ADHD symptoms. My focus to continually create a positive self- narrative and overall well-being for my clients. I want my clients to feel a sense of safety, sensitivity and wellness within themselves and with others. Please reach out if you are looking for ongoing therapeutic support through online counseling services.
I prioritize goal and insight oriented techniques integrating Psychodynamic, behavioral, narrative, and creative therapies in working towards treatment goals.
Whether your reason for seeking therapy at this time is specific, or you're just feeling stuck or overwhelmed - I welcome the conversation. As a licensed clinical psychologist for 20+ years, I have worked with adult clients of all ages providing individual and couples therapy. I help clients from a diversity of backgrounds and lifestyles who are struggling with major transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or loss, sexuality and gender identity, intimacy and communication, and parenting or care taking. Having worked in schools and with children in private for many years, I also offer parent consultation and recommendations.
I prioritize goal and insight oriented techniques integrating Psychodynamic, behavioral, narrative, and creative therapies in working towards treatment goals.
Whether your reason for seeking therapy at this time is specific, or you're just feeling stuck or overwhelmed - I welcome the conversation. As a licensed clinical psychologist for 20+ years, I have worked with adult clients of all ages providing individual and couples therapy. I help clients from a diversity of backgrounds and lifestyles who are struggling with major transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief or loss, sexuality and gender identity, intimacy and communication, and parenting or care taking. Having worked in schools and with children in private for many years, I also offer parent consultation and recommendations.
I utilize an eclectic mix of Spirituality, Nature, Narrative, Cognitive, and Contextual approaches to facilitate empowered and enlightened shifts of positive change for my client(s).
I am a diverse Systemic Psychotherapist practicing in New Jersey and New York with a specialty in Marriage & Family Therapy. I will work with you to engage in maximizing functioning in your current relationships and how you interact with the world. Together we will work on you creating the narrative you wish to express more authentically in your personal relationships, work environment and your greater relationship circle(s). I have experience working with clients with a strong focus on life transitions, families in crisis, and those shifting careers and engaged in reinvention.
I utilize an eclectic mix of Spirituality, Nature, Narrative, Cognitive, and Contextual approaches to facilitate empowered and enlightened shifts of positive change for my client(s).
I am a diverse Systemic Psychotherapist practicing in New Jersey and New York with a specialty in Marriage & Family Therapy. I will work with you to engage in maximizing functioning in your current relationships and how you interact with the world. Together we will work on you creating the narrative you wish to express more authentically in your personal relationships, work environment and your greater relationship circle(s). I have experience working with clients with a strong focus on life transitions, families in crisis, and those shifting careers and engaged in reinvention.
I am trained in faith-based counseling, Creative Arts Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative therapy, Grief/loss, Play therapy, and working with survivors of racial trauma, sexual trauma/abuse, human trafficking, and other social justice issues.
I have experience working with men and women of all ages who are dealing with stress, anxiety/depression, and unresolved trauma and loss. I am passionate about hearing your story and journeying with you to explore your therapeutic needs/concerns. I will also help you identify core issues such as life transitions, stressors or negative core beliefs, or cognitive distortions and provide the support and tools that you need to achieve your therapeutic goals.
I am trained in faith-based counseling, Creative Arts Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Narrative therapy, Grief/loss, Play therapy, and working with survivors of racial trauma, sexual trauma/abuse, human trafficking, and other social justice issues.
I have experience working with men and women of all ages who are dealing with stress, anxiety/depression, and unresolved trauma and loss. I am passionate about hearing your story and journeying with you to explore your therapeutic needs/concerns. I will also help you identify core issues such as life transitions, stressors or negative core beliefs, or cognitive distortions and provide the support and tools that you need to achieve your therapeutic goals.
Elizabeth Connolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westfield, NJ 07090 (Online Only)
I utilize a range of different modalities including CBT, DBT, EFT, MI, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Theory.
In my opinion, there is no such thing as an ideal client. The human experience is far too vast and varying for one to be considered an ideal therapeutic client. It is my pleasure to engage with any individual who has the strength and awareness to seek mental health treatment and it is my privilege to be allowed into their lives. In my work as a therapist, it is my hope to work with my clients in such a way that encourages and inspires them to pursue their authentic-selves while building healthy, sustainable skills to cope with the myriad of struggles, obstacles, and experiences that life can entail.
I utilize a range of different modalities including CBT, DBT, EFT, MI, Narrative Therapy, and Family Systems Theory.
In my opinion, there is no such thing as an ideal client. The human experience is far too vast and varying for one to be considered an ideal therapeutic client. It is my pleasure to engage with any individual who has the strength and awareness to seek mental health treatment and it is my privilege to be allowed into their lives. In my work as a therapist, it is my hope to work with my clients in such a way that encourages and inspires them to pursue their authentic-selves while building healthy, sustainable skills to cope with the myriad of struggles, obstacles, and experiences that life can entail.
My approaches include DBT/mindfulness therapy, narrative therapy, existential humanism, yoga therapy and Jungian dream analysis.
"Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind and spirit." ~B.K.S. Iyengar * * * A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body and a healthy soul. My goal is to partner with you in looking at your life-story, and identifying and overcoming the blockages to a peaceful way of being. Psychotherapy is a wonderful opportunity to find balance and restore a sense of wholeness and perspective on our purpose in life. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space in my practice for this to occur.
My approaches include DBT/mindfulness therapy, narrative therapy, existential humanism, yoga therapy and Jungian dream analysis.
"Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind and spirit." ~B.K.S. Iyengar * * * A healthy mind is just as important as a healthy body and a healthy soul. My goal is to partner with you in looking at your life-story, and identifying and overcoming the blockages to a peaceful way of being. Psychotherapy is a wonderful opportunity to find balance and restore a sense of wholeness and perspective on our purpose in life. I provide a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space in my practice for this to occur.
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Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.