Life Coaching Therapists in Fords, NJ
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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.
Do you feel that something is not right and have no one to talk to? We all hit rough patches in our lives! It can be an overwhelming decision to ask for help. There's nothing wrong with seeking out a counselor. There's nothing wrong with you. Together we will listen to what your pain is telling you, what's really important to you, and what is and is not working in your life. We will help you to gain awareness of your personal strengths and find the courage to take an honest look at your personal challenges.
Do you feel that something is not right and have no one to talk to? We all hit rough patches in our lives! It can be an overwhelming decision to ask for help. There's nothing wrong with seeking out a counselor. There's nothing wrong with you. Together we will listen to what your pain is telling you, what's really important to you, and what is and is not working in your life. We will help you to gain awareness of your personal strengths and find the courage to take an honest look at your personal challenges.
Maybe your life looks fine on the outside but you feel uprooted, isolated, lonely, misunderstood, or disconnected inside and in the relationships in your life.
Asking for help is difficult. It can feel frightening to imagine feeling exposed to another, delving into places that are unknown or unwanted. We know what it is like to be brought to your knees. When breathing hurts, and thinking is excruciating. You want help, but at the same time you’re terrified of it. You wonder whether the looking will make the suffering worse. The fear of being vulnerable is overpowering because some part of you is expecting to get hurt.
Maybe your life looks fine on the outside but you feel uprooted, isolated, lonely, misunderstood, or disconnected inside and in the relationships in your life.
Asking for help is difficult. It can feel frightening to imagine feeling exposed to another, delving into places that are unknown or unwanted. We know what it is like to be brought to your knees. When breathing hurts, and thinking is excruciating. You want help, but at the same time you’re terrified of it. You wonder whether the looking will make the suffering worse. The fear of being vulnerable is overpowering because some part of you is expecting to get hurt.
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If you are experiencing a roadblock or facing a potentially new path or way to live, our work together would include reframing the roadblock as a potential crossroads in which neglected parts of yourself could be explored so as to live a life of greater authenticity, integrity and wholeness. With over 20 years experience, I specialize in "transitions" or what many people experience as either blocks or bridges in their lives as well as the stress that accompanies them. Even good change can be stressful and in some languages, the word for crisis actually means "opportunity."
If you are experiencing a roadblock or facing a potentially new path or way to live, our work together would include reframing the roadblock as a potential crossroads in which neglected parts of yourself could be explored so as to live a life of greater authenticity, integrity and wholeness. With over 20 years experience, I specialize in "transitions" or what many people experience as either blocks or bridges in their lives as well as the stress that accompanies them. Even good change can be stressful and in some languages, the word for crisis actually means "opportunity."
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I have an M.S.W.from Rutgers Graduate school of Social Work,and I have an L.C.S.W. in the state of NJ. I ve been in practice for TWENTY(20)yrs. I am also a Christian counselor for those who would like to add a Biblical base to their sessions.I work with Adults in individual,marital and family counseling and with middle school and High School students as well as children age 10 and above. I work with the many addictions today and use a Christian based Pre-Marital Program.I help guide you in finding balance and inner peace through communication and trust!
I have an M.S.W.from Rutgers Graduate school of Social Work,and I have an L.C.S.W. in the state of NJ. I ve been in practice for TWENTY(20)yrs. I am also a Christian counselor for those who would like to add a Biblical base to their sessions.I work with Adults in individual,marital and family counseling and with middle school and High School students as well as children age 10 and above. I work with the many addictions today and use a Christian based Pre-Marital Program.I help guide you in finding balance and inner peace through communication and trust!
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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.
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Are you suffering from attention, memory, language, executive functioning or processing issues post traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, covid-19 or Alzheimer’s/Dementia diagnosis? Does your son or daughter struggle with academics due to low comprehension, vocabulary, or organizational skills? Are you wondering now as an adult if you might have Autism? Are you seeking a safe social environment to engage with others and learn social skills? Are you already diagnosed ASD looking for guidance in daily life? Allow me the privilege and opportunity to get you to a better tomorrow.
Are you suffering from attention, memory, language, executive functioning or processing issues post traumatic brain injury, stroke, concussion, covid-19 or Alzheimer’s/Dementia diagnosis? Does your son or daughter struggle with academics due to low comprehension, vocabulary, or organizational skills? Are you wondering now as an adult if you might have Autism? Are you seeking a safe social environment to engage with others and learn social skills? Are you already diagnosed ASD looking for guidance in daily life? Allow me the privilege and opportunity to get you to a better tomorrow.
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From working with adults that struggle with addiction, substance use and life issues, adolescents seeking to find their identity and attending to family conflict within a therapeutic setting, I believe that we all have the potential to become free and learn how to live a healthy lifestyle.
We often realize that there are areas in our lives in which we know there has to be better, however we feel overwhelmed, stressed, and even uncapable of overcoming those situations that weigh us down and stop us from being the best version of ourselves. Doubt, anxiety, emotional discomfort and negative thoughts begin to surface our mind and become a part of who we are and we accept it. However, we were never created to survive we are created to succeed. It is ok to say "I need help". It is time to take our lives back and live the way it's meant to be lived. We are all learning to become a better person day by day. Today is your day!
From working with adults that struggle with addiction, substance use and life issues, adolescents seeking to find their identity and attending to family conflict within a therapeutic setting, I believe that we all have the potential to become free and learn how to live a healthy lifestyle.
We often realize that there are areas in our lives in which we know there has to be better, however we feel overwhelmed, stressed, and even uncapable of overcoming those situations that weigh us down and stop us from being the best version of ourselves. Doubt, anxiety, emotional discomfort and negative thoughts begin to surface our mind and become a part of who we are and we accept it. However, we were never created to survive we are created to succeed. It is ok to say "I need help". It is time to take our lives back and live the way it's meant to be lived. We are all learning to become a better person day by day. Today is your day!
![Photo of Beverly Fernandez, Psy M, CAMS-II, CLC, CCBT, CCTS-I, Pre-Licensed Professional](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05996f9c-ba81-4db0-9345-469e7efa320e/1/320x400.jpeg)
Beverly Fernandez
Pre-Licensed Professional, Psy M, CAMS-II, CLC, CCBT, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095 (Online Only)
Whether it's the stress of parenting, work, or relationships, life is full of ups and downs similar to a roller-coaster. Are you overwhelmed? Do you have days where you're tired of parenting and your partner? One minute you are at a basketball game or ballet recital cheering them on and then you're dreaming of the day they move out! I get it and I'd love to help. Let's build your mind and body's resilience to improve your holistic health. As your coach, my goal is to make the process a little easier by using Positive Psychology Coaching techniques, The Gottman Method, and Harm Reduction strategies.
Whether it's the stress of parenting, work, or relationships, life is full of ups and downs similar to a roller-coaster. Are you overwhelmed? Do you have days where you're tired of parenting and your partner? One minute you are at a basketball game or ballet recital cheering them on and then you're dreaming of the day they move out! I get it and I'd love to help. Let's build your mind and body's resilience to improve your holistic health. As your coach, my goal is to make the process a little easier by using Positive Psychology Coaching techniques, The Gottman Method, and Harm Reduction strategies.
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Hey there! I'm Becky Clark, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New Jersey. With four years of clinical experience in the behavioral/mental health realm, I've assisted clients facing various challenges, including career transitions, supporting military families and veterans, navigating life changes, and providing executive and professional coaching. I'm particularly passionate about supporting neurodivergent populations, such as those with ADHD and Autism, as well as serving military families.
Hey there! I'm Becky Clark, a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New Jersey. With four years of clinical experience in the behavioral/mental health realm, I've assisted clients facing various challenges, including career transitions, supporting military families and veterans, navigating life changes, and providing executive and professional coaching. I'm particularly passionate about supporting neurodivergent populations, such as those with ADHD and Autism, as well as serving military families.
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The coaching program is designed specifically for individuals who are dealing with professional challenges or personal life obstacles.
Feeling stuck in decision-making? Ready to take the next-step? Accept to take-action? Our mission is to energize, empower, provide clear guidance and support clients who feel stuck, whether in making decisions, determining the next step, or identifying the next action, enabling them to move forward with renewed confidence and vitality. A next step is understanding and overcoming negative emotions such as sadness, disappointment, anger, stress, anxiety, or depression is important for personal growth and success.
The coaching program is designed specifically for individuals who are dealing with professional challenges or personal life obstacles.
Feeling stuck in decision-making? Ready to take the next-step? Accept to take-action? Our mission is to energize, empower, provide clear guidance and support clients who feel stuck, whether in making decisions, determining the next step, or identifying the next action, enabling them to move forward with renewed confidence and vitality. A next step is understanding and overcoming negative emotions such as sadness, disappointment, anger, stress, anxiety, or depression is important for personal growth and success.
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Jerome Scaturro
Licensed Professional Counselor, DPC, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Edison, NJ 08820 (Online Only)
Jerome Scaturro is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor in New Jersey, with a decade of experience assisting adults, couples, and teens dealing with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, men's and women's issues, and relationship challenges. He holds a Master's in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Professional Counseling.
Jerome Scaturro is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor in New Jersey, with a decade of experience assisting adults, couples, and teens dealing with addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, men's and women's issues, and relationship challenges. He holds a Master's in Professional Counseling from Liberty University and is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Professional Counseling.
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By choosing to work with Marcelle, you will also learn emotional management skills for life such as heart-coherent breathing, open-focus techniques, holographic tracking, mindfulness practices, mind-body awareness, aromatherapy recommendations, inner child healing, thought distortion reversal, CBT journaling, and proactive visualizing.
Marcelle is a unique psychotherapist in that she combines over 30 years of holistic self-help and mindfulness practices with cutting-edge cognitive behavioral techniques. Marcelle will help you to feel better and reach for relief by identifying thought distortions and learning new skills that will enable you to move step by step up the scale of emotions.
By choosing to work with Marcelle, you will also learn emotional management skills for life such as heart-coherent breathing, open-focus techniques, holographic tracking, mindfulness practices, mind-body awareness, aromatherapy recommendations, inner child healing, thought distortion reversal, CBT journaling, and proactive visualizing.
Marcelle is a unique psychotherapist in that she combines over 30 years of holistic self-help and mindfulness practices with cutting-edge cognitive behavioral techniques. Marcelle will help you to feel better and reach for relief by identifying thought distortions and learning new skills that will enable you to move step by step up the scale of emotions.
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Shontel Thomas
Pastoral Counselor, CLC, BAPsych, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Metuchen, NJ 08840 (Online Only)
Sometimes the circumstances in life are too much to handle without some help. You may feel stuck, faced with uncertainty, overwhelmed and stress. I am here to help you during this difficult time in your life. I have over 17 years of experiences working with adults, children/ adolescents and their families with a wide range of cognitive, behavioral and emotional issues in various settings. As your Christian Counselor I address the whole person emotionally, psychologically, socially, physically, and spiritually. I am dedicated and passionate about helping you through your healing journey.
Sometimes the circumstances in life are too much to handle without some help. You may feel stuck, faced with uncertainty, overwhelmed and stress. I am here to help you during this difficult time in your life. I have over 17 years of experiences working with adults, children/ adolescents and their families with a wide range of cognitive, behavioral and emotional issues in various settings. As your Christian Counselor I address the whole person emotionally, psychologically, socially, physically, and spiritually. I am dedicated and passionate about helping you through your healing journey.
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Dr. Vashonna Etienne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, MSW, LCSW, Speaker, Coach
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Metuchen, NJ 08840 (Online Only)
I specialize in marriage counseling, marital conflict, pre-marital counseling, couple's therapy, life after divorce, and infidelity.
CLICK the link to my website and schedule your appointment today! Carrying stress, being overly anxious, or feeling resentful can affect your relationship with your children, your spouse/partner, co-workers, and those who come in contact with you. The right therapist will help you to successfully change your outlook on life, modify unpleasant behaviors, and reach your therapeutic goals. Working with me may NOT be blissful as I am a firm believer in directly addressing the pain and discomfort that are weighing us down. However, if you do the therapeutic work required, you will experience emotional, mental, and spiritual growth.
I specialize in marriage counseling, marital conflict, pre-marital counseling, couple's therapy, life after divorce, and infidelity.
CLICK the link to my website and schedule your appointment today! Carrying stress, being overly anxious, or feeling resentful can affect your relationship with your children, your spouse/partner, co-workers, and those who come in contact with you. The right therapist will help you to successfully change your outlook on life, modify unpleasant behaviors, and reach your therapeutic goals. Working with me may NOT be blissful as I am a firm believer in directly addressing the pain and discomfort that are weighing us down. However, if you do the therapeutic work required, you will experience emotional, mental, and spiritual growth.
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People seek my help because of a troubled relationship or feelings of anxiety or depression caused by some important life disappointment. They are often internally conflicted about how to deal with their distress and seek understanding and guidance from a supportive professional. For men the focus is often on helping them become more emotionally self-aware and attentive to their partners; for women it often means helping them find ways to be more assertive and clear about their needs.
People seek my help because of a troubled relationship or feelings of anxiety or depression caused by some important life disappointment. They are often internally conflicted about how to deal with their distress and seek understanding and guidance from a supportive professional. For men the focus is often on helping them become more emotionally self-aware and attentive to their partners; for women it often means helping them find ways to be more assertive and clear about their needs.
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At the core of my practice is a commitment to creating a space that is both safe and nurturing. Here, you are free to express yourself, to explore your feelings and thoughts without fear of judgment. It's a place where your voice is heard and valued, enabling you to process your concerns and embark on a journey towards personal growth. My dedication to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome the hurdles of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and the many complexities life presents drives me, and we'll find a new path toward healing and self-discovery.
At the core of my practice is a commitment to creating a space that is both safe and nurturing. Here, you are free to express yourself, to explore your feelings and thoughts without fear of judgment. It's a place where your voice is heard and valued, enabling you to process your concerns and embark on a journey towards personal growth. My dedication to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome the hurdles of depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and the many complexities life presents drives me, and we'll find a new path toward healing and self-discovery.
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I will help you better understand yourself and your responses to life events as they happen.
Welcome to my Psychology Today page. I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping people through recovery from trauma, managing depression and anxiety, and working through career and employment changes. I have expertise in helping individuals and their families cope with relationship issues from navigating and working to resolve differences and learning to communicate better, to at times making decisions to end a relationship and helping all family members navigate through that difficult time.
I will help you better understand yourself and your responses to life events as they happen.
Welcome to my Psychology Today page. I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in helping people through recovery from trauma, managing depression and anxiety, and working through career and employment changes. I have expertise in helping individuals and their families cope with relationship issues from navigating and working to resolve differences and learning to communicate better, to at times making decisions to end a relationship and helping all family members navigate through that difficult time.
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Using evidence-based methods, we’ll develop coping skills, addressing unhelpful thought patterns, and applying these strategies to your daily life.
I am a committed therapist with a broad range of experience in different care settings, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, as well as day treatment programs for high school students. I have provided evidence-based, high-quality care to adults, families, and adolescents. As a Level 1 Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I specialize in diagnosing and managing ADHD and anxiety disorders. I also offer training in mindfulness, guided imagery, and deep relaxation techniques to help with stress management. If you are seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist, I would be delighted to work with you.
Using evidence-based methods, we’ll develop coping skills, addressing unhelpful thought patterns, and applying these strategies to your daily life.
I am a committed therapist with a broad range of experience in different care settings, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatry, as well as day treatment programs for high school students. I have provided evidence-based, high-quality care to adults, families, and adolescents. As a Level 1 Certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I specialize in diagnosing and managing ADHD and anxiety disorders. I also offer training in mindfulness, guided imagery, and deep relaxation techniques to help with stress management. If you are seeking a compassionate and skilled therapist, I would be delighted to work with you.
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Does perfectionism have you burnt out on life? Have you been people-pleasing so long that you don't have any idea what you like? Do you often second-guess yourself and doubt your capabilities? It is not easy to live this way, and anxiety and depression often accompany it. I can help you find your core self, give that part of you a voice, and live from that place to help you live a peaceful, joy-filled life.
Does perfectionism have you burnt out on life? Have you been people-pleasing so long that you don't have any idea what you like? Do you often second-guess yourself and doubt your capabilities? It is not easy to live this way, and anxiety and depression often accompany it. I can help you find your core self, give that part of you a voice, and live from that place to help you live a peaceful, joy-filled life.
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Life Coaching Therapists
What can I expect from life coaching?
Clients and coaches will typically start by identifying the problem area(s) that the client hopes to address—then, the coach will help the client brainstorm potential solutions and explore concrete techniques to help the client attain their goals. Coaching is typically short-term and focused on finding solutions in the here and now, rather than exploring a client’s past. In addition to strategies aimed at the client’s specific concerns, coaches may encourage general stress management techniques such as meditation.
Can a life coach help treat anxiety?
Because the majority of life coaches are not licensed clinicians, they are not qualified to diagnose or treat anxiety. Anyone struggling with anxiety or another mental health condition should seek help from a licensed mental health practitioner. However, some coaching clients who struggle with subclinical anxiety report that working with their coach on other problems—such as career dissatisfaction or unhealthy habits—has a positive effect on their anxiety.
Can life coaching be done online?
Yes. While life coaching often happens in person, many coaches conduct sessions over the phone or via online platforms such as Zoom or Skype. Because life coaches are not subject to local licensing regulations in the same way that therapists are, they are able to see clients who live in other locations.
How long does life coaching last?
Life coaching tends to be a shorter-term process than therapy, though it does not always unfold over a specific period of time and is instead based on the coach’s or the client’s preferences. Coaching often takes place over three to 12 months but may be shorter or longer if necessary.