Child Therapists in Fords, NJ
Janet Lichauco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fords, NJ 08863
Over the years in this field, working with people of all ages, in multiple settings, I use family systems, evidenced based TF-CBT, child centered & also a mind, body approach.
We all feel a heavy heart at one time, usually many times in our lives, and want to feel the weight lifted, find balance and hope, confidence and some ease, a lightened heart. Your looking for a provider shows your wisdom and strength, not weakness. Know that the work you do for you trickles down to those you love, those important to you. There is no shame in seeking help with sorting out one’s challenges with an objective, trained individual, who listens, supports, reflects, empowers, and motivates with information, new perspectives and coping skills to help navigate through difficulties losses and the uncertainties.
Over the years in this field, working with people of all ages, in multiple settings, I use family systems, evidenced based TF-CBT, child centered & also a mind, body approach.
We all feel a heavy heart at one time, usually many times in our lives, and want to feel the weight lifted, find balance and hope, confidence and some ease, a lightened heart. Your looking for a provider shows your wisdom and strength, not weakness. Know that the work you do for you trickles down to those you love, those important to you. There is no shame in seeking help with sorting out one’s challenges with an objective, trained individual, who listens, supports, reflects, empowers, and motivates with information, new perspectives and coping skills to help navigate through difficulties losses and the uncertainties.
Life is a series of hurdles we must cross before we can proceed to the finish line. I help clients to find the most effective and efficient way to make their way over the unique hurdles of their lives. Clients who are looking for more than getting by will learn the tools to take their lives to the next level. Sport is a metaphor for life and all of the lessons that we learn from sport can advance us in life...and vice versa.
Life is a series of hurdles we must cross before we can proceed to the finish line. I help clients to find the most effective and efficient way to make their way over the unique hurdles of their lives. Clients who are looking for more than getting by will learn the tools to take their lives to the next level. Sport is a metaphor for life and all of the lessons that we learn from sport can advance us in life...and vice versa.
Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fords, NJ 08863
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Coming to counseling is a step towards the direction of change. I believe that we all have the ability to heal within us. Sometimes, we need someone on that journey with us. Whether your counseling journey is working through difficult emotions, navigating major life changes, or whatever life brings you, I am here to provide compassionate support and guidance. In a non-judgmental and warm environment, we will walk through this journey together on the path of healing and growth.
Coming to counseling is a step towards the direction of change. I believe that we all have the ability to heal within us. Sometimes, we need someone on that journey with us. Whether your counseling journey is working through difficult emotions, navigating major life changes, or whatever life brings you, I am here to provide compassionate support and guidance. In a non-judgmental and warm environment, we will walk through this journey together on the path of healing and growth.
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I involve parents in my work with child clients to enhance functioning in the home and collaborate with school staff as needed.
Thanks for viewing my profile. I work from a developmental perspective with clients across the age span. My treatment approach with children who may suffer from autism, ADHD, anxiety, learning disorders, or behavioral difficulties includes cognitive-behavioral methods, play therapy and joint parent- child sessions. My experience as a school psychologist and special education teacher informs my treatment. My approach to adolescent and adult treatment focuses on establishing a trusting relationship where client concerns can be expressed and addressed in a non-judgmental, collaborative atmosphere.
I involve parents in my work with child clients to enhance functioning in the home and collaborate with school staff as needed.
Thanks for viewing my profile. I work from a developmental perspective with clients across the age span. My treatment approach with children who may suffer from autism, ADHD, anxiety, learning disorders, or behavioral difficulties includes cognitive-behavioral methods, play therapy and joint parent- child sessions. My experience as a school psychologist and special education teacher informs my treatment. My approach to adolescent and adult treatment focuses on establishing a trusting relationship where client concerns can be expressed and addressed in a non-judgmental, collaborative atmosphere.
Michelle Solino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Edison, NJ 08820
Are you an athlete or other high-performer who just never feels good enough? Do you struggle with anxiety or liking what you see in the mirror? Do you really just want to be happy? If so, I understand and I can help. My name is Michelle Solino, LPC, and I’m a licensed professional counselor located in Madison, NJ, working with children, adolescents, and adults throughout Morris County. My areas of specialty include: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, and sports counseling. If you struggle with any of the above, I can help!
Are you an athlete or other high-performer who just never feels good enough? Do you struggle with anxiety or liking what you see in the mirror? Do you really just want to be happy? If so, I understand and I can help. My name is Michelle Solino, LPC, and I’m a licensed professional counselor located in Madison, NJ, working with children, adolescents, and adults throughout Morris County. My areas of specialty include: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, and sports counseling. If you struggle with any of the above, I can help!
Lindsey McGuinness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, C-SSWS, CATP
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I invite you and your child to give me a call, to reach out for the next step in healing.
Hello, and welcome to my practice! I work with clients and their families from the ages of 4-18. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, school and familial issues among children and adolescents. Does your child have difficulty regulating themselves? Has there been a trauma or changes at home? Is your child withdrawn, isolating or acting out? I am here to help. Each child is unique and each person has a story to tell. I am here to support your child and family on the journey to healing and mental wellness.
I invite you and your child to give me a call, to reach out for the next step in healing.
Hello, and welcome to my practice! I work with clients and their families from the ages of 4-18. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, school and familial issues among children and adolescents. Does your child have difficulty regulating themselves? Has there been a trauma or changes at home? Is your child withdrawn, isolating or acting out? I am here to help. Each child is unique and each person has a story to tell. I am here to support your child and family on the journey to healing and mental wellness.
Taylor Zanon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Metuchen, NJ 08840
I work with couples, teens, and children of all ages.
Are you or your loved ones struggling to manage emotions? Does it feel like your family is in turmoil? Are you and your loved ones having difficulty seeing eye to eye? You are not the only one. On average, 1 in 5 Americans is struggling with mental health struggles, whether it be individual mental health issues or struggles in relationships. Though it may feel like you’ve tried everything under the sun, there is hope for change.
I work with couples, teens, and children of all ages.
Are you or your loved ones struggling to manage emotions? Does it feel like your family is in turmoil? Are you and your loved ones having difficulty seeing eye to eye? You are not the only one. On average, 1 in 5 Americans is struggling with mental health struggles, whether it be individual mental health issues or struggles in relationships. Though it may feel like you’ve tried everything under the sun, there is hope for change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of diverse experience in the field. My background includes roles such as in-home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior clinician, off-site field instructor, and field liaison. I have worked with individuals across a wide age range, from 5 years old to older adults, and have conducted group therapy, family sessions, individual therapy, case management, and couples counseling. I am bilingual in Spanish and trained at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University, specializing in children and families.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of diverse experience in the field. My background includes roles such as in-home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior clinician, off-site field instructor, and field liaison. I have worked with individuals across a wide age range, from 5 years old to older adults, and have conducted group therapy, family sessions, individual therapy, case management, and couples counseling. I am bilingual in Spanish and trained at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University, specializing in children and families.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of diverse experience in the field. My background includes roles such as in-home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior clinician, off-site field instructor, and field liaison. I have worked with individuals across a wide age range, from 5 years old to older adults, and have conducted group therapy, family sessions, individual therapy, case management, and couples counseling. I am bilingual in Spanish and trained at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University, specializing in children and families.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of diverse experience in the field. My background includes roles such as in-home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior clinician, off-site field instructor, and field liaison. I have worked with individuals across a wide age range, from 5 years old to older adults, and have conducted group therapy, family sessions, individual therapy, case management, and couples counseling. I am bilingual in Spanish and trained at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University, specializing in children and families.
My experience spans various aspects of mental health for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing developmental needs, life struggles, and providing support for those who simply need someone to talk to.
Hi! I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Lafayette College in Easton, PA, and a graduate degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Seton Hall University. I am a licensed LPC with a deep passion for psychology and understanding how the mind works. I'm particularly fascinated by the mind-body connection and its impact on mental health, believing that these two aspects significantly influence each other.
My experience spans various aspects of mental health for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing developmental needs, life struggles, and providing support for those who simply need someone to talk to.
Hi! I hold an undergraduate degree in Psychology from Lafayette College in Easton, PA, and a graduate degree in Professional Mental Health Counseling from Seton Hall University. I am a licensed LPC with a deep passion for psychology and understanding how the mind works. I'm particularly fascinated by the mind-body connection and its impact on mental health, believing that these two aspects significantly influence each other.
Nancy Moran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACT
Verified Verified
Metuchen, NJ 08840 (Online Only)
If you or your child is struggling please feel free to contact me for free phone consultation to see if CBT is right for you.
If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD or adjustment to any life circumstance, I can help. I have over 20 years experience and can offer expert application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The most highly regarded therapeutic techniques are implemented in a way that is designed to be collaborative and effective. Clients feel empowered to handle the difficult situations at present, but also have confidence in their skills to navigate future challenges.
If you or your child is struggling please feel free to contact me for free phone consultation to see if CBT is right for you.
If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD or adjustment to any life circumstance, I can help. I have over 20 years experience and can offer expert application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The most highly regarded therapeutic techniques are implemented in a way that is designed to be collaborative and effective. Clients feel empowered to handle the difficult situations at present, but also have confidence in their skills to navigate future challenges.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of diverse experience in the field. My background includes roles such as in-home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior clinician, off-site field instructor, and field liaison. I have worked with individuals across a wide age range, from 5 years old to older adults, and have conducted group therapy, family sessions, individual therapy, case management, and couples counseling. I am bilingual in Spanish and trained at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University, specializing in children and families.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 13 years of diverse experience in the field. My background includes roles such as in-home therapist, outreach counselor, behavioral health advocate, acting team leader, clinical supervisor, senior clinician, off-site field instructor, and field liaison. I have worked with individuals across a wide age range, from 5 years old to older adults, and have conducted group therapy, family sessions, individual therapy, case management, and couples counseling. I am bilingual in Spanish and trained at the School of Social Work at Rutgers University, specializing in children and families.
Chelsea L Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, you have already conquered the hardest part by beginning your search.
We need two things when engaging in therapy: trust and respect. In order to create a positive therapeutic relationship, we need to feel connected with our therapist and be provided with a safe space to explore our inner world. Honoring and respecting those two factors are the most important interventions that can be used. Whether seeking improvements in behavior, increased emotion regulation, managing anxiety or depression, or seeking to understand past experiences; we will talk, we will play, we will laugh, we will grow- that goes for little ones, teens and grown ups.
Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, you have already conquered the hardest part by beginning your search.
We need two things when engaging in therapy: trust and respect. In order to create a positive therapeutic relationship, we need to feel connected with our therapist and be provided with a safe space to explore our inner world. Honoring and respecting those two factors are the most important interventions that can be used. Whether seeking improvements in behavior, increased emotion regulation, managing anxiety or depression, or seeking to understand past experiences; we will talk, we will play, we will laugh, we will grow- that goes for little ones, teens and grown ups.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Social Work. My experience includes working as a clinician and clinical supervisor in mental health, hospital, and school settings. I have also been in private practice for over fifteen years, where I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I am flexible in my approach in order to best help you build on your strengths and reach your desired goals.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a degree from Columbia University Graduate School of Social Work. My experience includes working as a clinician and clinical supervisor in mental health, hospital, and school settings. I have also been in private practice for over fifteen years, where I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I am flexible in my approach in order to best help you build on your strengths and reach your desired goals.
Lauren LaSanta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Metuchen, NJ 08840 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Family and Youth Services. I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals, families and children and can offer a variety of solutions to address your challenges. I have a specialization in family therapy and have experience working with children with behavioral, developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have experience assisting with autism, ADHD, IEP's, special needs and behavioral modification.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Family and Youth Services. I have over 15 years of experience helping individuals, families and children and can offer a variety of solutions to address your challenges. I have a specialization in family therapy and have experience working with children with behavioral, developmental and intellectual disabilities. I have experience assisting with autism, ADHD, IEP's, special needs and behavioral modification.
Power In Play Therapy Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metuchen, NJ 08840
At Power in Play Therapy Services, LLC we specialize in play therapy work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, aggression, grief, life transitions, and cross-cultural issues. It is our belief that there's real power in play. Our approach emphasizes individuals' inner strength and resources, and involves reflection and exploration, enhancing coping strategies and incorporating clients' interests, utilizing such techniques as storytelling, puppets, bibliography, dollhouse play, movement, to help them develop a more authentic personal narrative.
At Power in Play Therapy Services, LLC we specialize in play therapy work with children, adolescents, and young adults who are coping with depression, anxiety, aggression, grief, life transitions, and cross-cultural issues. It is our belief that there's real power in play. Our approach emphasizes individuals' inner strength and resources, and involves reflection and exploration, enhancing coping strategies and incorporating clients' interests, utilizing such techniques as storytelling, puppets, bibliography, dollhouse play, movement, to help them develop a more authentic personal narrative.
From this moment onward, you have the opportunity to embark on a new, positive journey—one that embraces growth, well-being, acceptance, and empowerment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years of experience, I specialize in Spiritual Counseling, grief and loss, and therapeutic art and play for children. My aim is to support your healing process and guide you towards positive life transformations, fostering a healthy mind and lifestyle. Together, we will explore tailored solutions to uncover your potential and forge a meaningful path forward.
From this moment onward, you have the opportunity to embark on a new, positive journey—one that embraces growth, well-being, acceptance, and empowerment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with over ten years of experience, I specialize in Spiritual Counseling, grief and loss, and therapeutic art and play for children. My aim is to support your healing process and guide you towards positive life transformations, fostering a healthy mind and lifestyle. Together, we will explore tailored solutions to uncover your potential and forge a meaningful path forward.
Welcome! Through a collaborative effort, I work with children, adolescents, adults and their families, to navigate through life stressors, anxiety, depression and peer/family conflict, among other areas of struggle as well. You have taken the important first step of reaching out for help and support. The journey to a happier, healthier life can be lined with tough obstacles, but with the right support, people of all ages can achieve it.
Welcome! Through a collaborative effort, I work with children, adolescents, adults and their families, to navigate through life stressors, anxiety, depression and peer/family conflict, among other areas of struggle as well. You have taken the important first step of reaching out for help and support. The journey to a happier, healthier life can be lined with tough obstacles, but with the right support, people of all ages can achieve it.
I also have expertise in play therapy, parenting support, and consultation with Child Study Teams.
Hi! My name is Dr. Ed Callaghan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and am fully licensed in the state of New Jersey. I am a Founder of the Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ and it’s Director of Child Services. I specialize in working with preschool and school-age children as well as adolescents and adults. I am especially proficient at working with children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavioral problems, and school-related difficulties--especially problems related to academics and poor drive/motivation. I am also VERY SUCCESSFUL at bridging conflictual relationships between children and their parents.
I also have expertise in play therapy, parenting support, and consultation with Child Study Teams.
Hi! My name is Dr. Ed Callaghan. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and am fully licensed in the state of New Jersey. I am a Founder of the Integrative Therapy Institute of NJ and it’s Director of Child Services. I specialize in working with preschool and school-age children as well as adolescents and adults. I am especially proficient at working with children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, behavioral problems, and school-related difficulties--especially problems related to academics and poor drive/motivation. I am also VERY SUCCESSFUL at bridging conflictual relationships between children and their parents.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Fords, NJ provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Fords build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Fords build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.