Therapists in Freehold, NJ
When feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious, the process of finding a therapist can seem like a daunting task. Your energy is low, you have little motivation, and you don't feel like talking to anyone. Somehow, despite all of that, you're expected to sort through a list of strangers and choose one that you are going to open up to. It seems counterproductive. It's not. You've taken the first step by deciding that it's time... that enough is enough... and that you need to talk to someone. Hopefully, that someone is us.
When feeling overwhelmed, depressed or anxious, the process of finding a therapist can seem like a daunting task. Your energy is low, you have little motivation, and you don't feel like talking to anyone. Somehow, despite all of that, you're expected to sort through a list of strangers and choose one that you are going to open up to. It seems counterproductive. It's not. You've taken the first step by deciding that it's time... that enough is enough... and that you need to talk to someone. Hopefully, that someone is us.
![Photo of Mena Charalambidis-Urban Psy.d, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b66d0ba-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Life is full of transitions: Marriages, divorces, change of career, retirement, mid life crisis, illness. At times we feel overwhelmed. But no matter how hopeless things may appear at a time, I believe that there is a wholeness and healthiness within. I help men and women to get in touch with the part of them that is well, to heal the part that is hurting.Happiness in life comes through knowing what to hold onto, what to let go of and what to change and how. Things we perceive as negative gain a new meaning when viewed from a place of power, when new skills are learned. See what my patients say about me in Yelp, under Mena Urban
Life is full of transitions: Marriages, divorces, change of career, retirement, mid life crisis, illness. At times we feel overwhelmed. But no matter how hopeless things may appear at a time, I believe that there is a wholeness and healthiness within. I help men and women to get in touch with the part of them that is well, to heal the part that is hurting.Happiness in life comes through knowing what to hold onto, what to let go of and what to change and how. Things we perceive as negative gain a new meaning when viewed from a place of power, when new skills are learned. See what my patients say about me in Yelp, under Mena Urban
![Photo of Samantha Marer, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/85a79939-772b-48a4-8521-ebab31921f84/2/320x400.jpeg)
My ideal client is someone experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. They face challenges in managing stress and seek to develop effective coping skills. They may also struggle with communication, assertiveness, and maintaining healthy relationships in school, work, and personal life. They are eager to understand the roots of their behaviors, whether stemming from childhood experiences or their current environment. Additionally, they may simply desire a non-judgmental space to express their thoughts and feelings.
My ideal client is someone experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. They face challenges in managing stress and seek to develop effective coping skills. They may also struggle with communication, assertiveness, and maintaining healthy relationships in school, work, and personal life. They are eager to understand the roots of their behaviors, whether stemming from childhood experiences or their current environment. Additionally, they may simply desire a non-judgmental space to express their thoughts and feelings.
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Gina Oliver (Gilanyi)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Bachelor's and Master's Degree from Monmouth University. I have over 6 years of experience in the field of mental health and have successfully helped many different types of clients achieve their goals through counseling. My experience ranges from working with families within the division of child protection and permanency, to helping children and adolescents go through inpatient as well as IOP interventions at Rutgers UBHC, to working as an outpatient mental health therapist with adults and families in private practice.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a Bachelor's and Master's Degree from Monmouth University. I have over 6 years of experience in the field of mental health and have successfully helped many different types of clients achieve their goals through counseling. My experience ranges from working with families within the division of child protection and permanency, to helping children and adolescents go through inpatient as well as IOP interventions at Rutgers UBHC, to working as an outpatient mental health therapist with adults and families in private practice.
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Each individual brings their own unique challenges, history, needs, and desires. In order to best serve each person, a therapist must offer a judgment and bias free atmosphere. Every client comes to therapy with a different struggle, trauma or experience and I will strive to provide a positive, meaningful experience to achieve the best possible outcome for success. I do believe a client can find an ideal therapist: a person with whom trust and rapport is built, who offers an unconditionally safe space to listen and collaborate.
Each individual brings their own unique challenges, history, needs, and desires. In order to best serve each person, a therapist must offer a judgment and bias free atmosphere. Every client comes to therapy with a different struggle, trauma or experience and I will strive to provide a positive, meaningful experience to achieve the best possible outcome for success. I do believe a client can find an ideal therapist: a person with whom trust and rapport is built, who offers an unconditionally safe space to listen and collaborate.
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I use a humanistic, person-centered, solution-focused, and strength-based approach. I offer a safe space for clients to share their thoughts and feelings while helping them navigate through their journey, and resolve the constraints towards their goals. Naturally, I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, be seen, heard, and validated.
I use a humanistic, person-centered, solution-focused, and strength-based approach. I offer a safe space for clients to share their thoughts and feelings while helping them navigate through their journey, and resolve the constraints towards their goals. Naturally, I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, be seen, heard, and validated.
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Ray Costa, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, LMHC, NCC, MA, LLC
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728 (Online Only)
To your friends and family, you may appear fine. Inside, you feel anything but. Confusion, uncertainty, loneliness;things once simple now seem hard, even impossible. You find you're repeating the same mistakes over and again, don't enjoy the activities you once did, or struggle just to face the day. You want to feel better. Having the courage to end your anguish, resolve difficult personal problems, and regain your emotional grounding can be a difficult task. But it's a task you don't have to tackle alone. Making the first call is usually the hardest. I make it easy. Call me :)
To your friends and family, you may appear fine. Inside, you feel anything but. Confusion, uncertainty, loneliness;things once simple now seem hard, even impossible. You find you're repeating the same mistakes over and again, don't enjoy the activities you once did, or struggle just to face the day. You want to feel better. Having the courage to end your anguish, resolve difficult personal problems, and regain your emotional grounding can be a difficult task. But it's a task you don't have to tackle alone. Making the first call is usually the hardest. I make it easy. Call me :)
![Photo of Sarah Phillips, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/c71e0311-96f2-4177-a2c1-f6febadaa3d7/2/320x400.jpeg)
I believe that life is too short to be anything other than your best self. Do you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed, messy, frustrated, and like you are always focused on the worst-case-scenario? Maybe you are the person everyone else turns to for help but inside feel like you need help most of all. Maybe you don't know what you need but know that something is missing. Therapy can help you untangle some of the mess, shift your perspectives, and help you to figure out what you need to help you to live a more fulfilled life.
I believe that life is too short to be anything other than your best self. Do you ever find yourself feeling overwhelmed, messy, frustrated, and like you are always focused on the worst-case-scenario? Maybe you are the person everyone else turns to for help but inside feel like you need help most of all. Maybe you don't know what you need but know that something is missing. Therapy can help you untangle some of the mess, shift your perspectives, and help you to figure out what you need to help you to live a more fulfilled life.
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Allison Devlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
My ideal client is someone diagnosed with both mental health and substance abuse issues. In our sessions, we delve into whether the substance abuse pattern is related to their mental health symptoms or if the psychiatric condition contributes to increased substance abuse. Over my 20+ years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field, I've found it rewarding to help clients explore and implement evidence-based clinical interventions while offering support during their early recovery journey.
My ideal client is someone diagnosed with both mental health and substance abuse issues. In our sessions, we delve into whether the substance abuse pattern is related to their mental health symptoms or if the psychiatric condition contributes to increased substance abuse. Over my 20+ years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field, I've found it rewarding to help clients explore and implement evidence-based clinical interventions while offering support during their early recovery journey.
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They're issues are centered around their relationships. Some examples are conflict with parents / friends, bullying, lack of self-esteem, and social isolation. Their needs include being heard & understood. Goals can be to develop more confidence in themselves and to make friends. Teens and adolescents just want to know that someone cares & is not judging them for their thoughts or feelings. This is due to the fact that they might not feel comfortable talking to family and sometimes friends about what's going on.
They're issues are centered around their relationships. Some examples are conflict with parents / friends, bullying, lack of self-esteem, and social isolation. Their needs include being heard & understood. Goals can be to develop more confidence in themselves and to make friends. Teens and adolescents just want to know that someone cares & is not judging them for their thoughts or feelings. This is due to the fact that they might not feel comfortable talking to family and sometimes friends about what's going on.
![Photo of Fione Tsatskin, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/471f0054-bf68-4436-a896-7eb39b1953de/2/320x400.jpeg)
An ideal client for therapy is characterized by their openness to change, motivation, and willingness to invest effort in their therapeutic journey to achieve the most effective treatment and therapeutic experience. These clients often face mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or personality disorders, impacting daily life. They seek education, health management, prevention, treatment, diagnosis, and support for self-improvement and better relationships. Ultimately, someone who is actively seeks preventive and therapeutic measures to improve their mental health and overall quality of life.
An ideal client for therapy is characterized by their openness to change, motivation, and willingness to invest effort in their therapeutic journey to achieve the most effective treatment and therapeutic experience. These clients often face mental health issues like anxiety, depression, or personality disorders, impacting daily life. They seek education, health management, prevention, treatment, diagnosis, and support for self-improvement and better relationships. Ultimately, someone who is actively seeks preventive and therapeutic measures to improve their mental health and overall quality of life.
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I've worked with a diverse range of clients dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, bullying, substance abuse, eating disorders, and more, all of which impact their daily lives. The overarching goal for each client is to help them regain a healthy and happy life. My approach involves deeply understanding their concerns and equipping them with the tools to address these issues, both in the present and the future. I prioritize building authentic relationships with my clients and truly comprehending their experiences to facilitate lasting positive change.
I've worked with a diverse range of clients dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, bullying, substance abuse, eating disorders, and more, all of which impact their daily lives. The overarching goal for each client is to help them regain a healthy and happy life. My approach involves deeply understanding their concerns and equipping them with the tools to address these issues, both in the present and the future. I prioritize building authentic relationships with my clients and truly comprehending their experiences to facilitate lasting positive change.
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I look forward to helping individuals reach their goals and navigate the challenges that arise throughout their lives. I work with clients from different age groups, including children, adolescents, and adults, with various mental health presentations including anxiety, phobias, depression, and addictions.
I look forward to helping individuals reach their goals and navigate the challenges that arise throughout their lives. I work with clients from different age groups, including children, adolescents, and adults, with various mental health presentations including anxiety, phobias, depression, and addictions.
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As a Licensed Social Worker, I will work alongside you to define and work towards your goals. I approach all clients from a strengths based perspective, which has been shaped around the philosophy that people are not fundamentally fragile. We are not cut down by hardships and tribulations, rather, we may be strengthened through thoughtful and practiced responses to stressors and pain. I will help clients use these principles to promote their strengths and to improve confidence and functioning. Although I have experience with a variety of populations, I am especially versed in grief work.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I will work alongside you to define and work towards your goals. I approach all clients from a strengths based perspective, which has been shaped around the philosophy that people are not fundamentally fragile. We are not cut down by hardships and tribulations, rather, we may be strengthened through thoughtful and practiced responses to stressors and pain. I will help clients use these principles to promote their strengths and to improve confidence and functioning. Although I have experience with a variety of populations, I am especially versed in grief work.
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TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE! Simply put, I help people feel better. I approach all my clients with a sense of awe at their unique journey. I believe that a different therapy must be constructed for each client because each has a unique story. I bring warmth and wisdom to the process of change, employing my significant experience in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction and loss. I consider cultural humility to be one of my greatest strengths. First and foremost, I build trusting relationships with my clients, offering them a safe, non-judgmental space to explore issues, and express thoughts and process feelings.
TELEHEALTH AVAILABLE! Simply put, I help people feel better. I approach all my clients with a sense of awe at their unique journey. I believe that a different therapy must be constructed for each client because each has a unique story. I bring warmth and wisdom to the process of change, employing my significant experience in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, addiction and loss. I consider cultural humility to be one of my greatest strengths. First and foremost, I build trusting relationships with my clients, offering them a safe, non-judgmental space to explore issues, and express thoughts and process feelings.
![Photo of Kaitlyn Marie Goff, LAC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/59c653a2-cfda-4d3b-851c-1259c0ba13ff/1/320x400.jpeg)
An ideal client is one ready for change and exploration, whether they know what they want to change or are in the stages of contemplating. A client who wants to show up and do the work is described as engaged, willing to ask and answer hard questions, and reflect on their growth.
An ideal client is one ready for change and exploration, whether they know what they want to change or are in the stages of contemplating. A client who wants to show up and do the work is described as engaged, willing to ask and answer hard questions, and reflect on their growth.
![Photo of Kayla Saltzman, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4817cf9e-1d0b-4933-b422-c1299787b0a6/1/320x400.jpeg)
Embarking on the journey of seeking support can be daunting, but if you're here, you've already taken the first courageous step, and for that, you should be proud! There is immense strength in acknowledging your need for support and reaching out for help. It is a testament to your resilience and determination to prioritize your well-being and growth. So, as we begin this journey together, know that you've already demonstrated tremendous bravery, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
Embarking on the journey of seeking support can be daunting, but if you're here, you've already taken the first courageous step, and for that, you should be proud! There is immense strength in acknowledging your need for support and reaching out for help. It is a testament to your resilience and determination to prioritize your well-being and growth. So, as we begin this journey together, know that you've already demonstrated tremendous bravery, and I'm here to support you every step of the way.
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I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I work alongside my clients to identify their strengths, navigate challenges, and cultivate a sense of resilience. Using evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational techniques, and strength-based approaches, I empower my clients to develop practical skills for enhancing their overall well-being.
I am dedicated to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences openly. Through a compassionate and collaborative approach, I work alongside my clients to identify their strengths, navigate challenges, and cultivate a sense of resilience. Using evidence-based modalities such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), motivational techniques, and strength-based approaches, I empower my clients to develop practical skills for enhancing their overall well-being.
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Smita Chopra @ The Wellness Mind
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
Struggling with your Mental Health? Take the first steps towards a more fulfilling future at The Wellness Mind. At The Wellness Mind, I am committed to transforming lives through enhanced mental well-being. Leveraging my expertise as a seasoned psychotherapist and esteemed professor, I guide my clients through a journey of self-discovery, helping them to process emotions and unlock their inner strengths. My holistic approach improves quality of life, enhances relationships and personal fulfillment. I provide clients with effective coping strategies, advanced communication skills, and the resilience needed to face life's challenges.
Struggling with your Mental Health? Take the first steps towards a more fulfilling future at The Wellness Mind. At The Wellness Mind, I am committed to transforming lives through enhanced mental well-being. Leveraging my expertise as a seasoned psychotherapist and esteemed professor, I guide my clients through a journey of self-discovery, helping them to process emotions and unlock their inner strengths. My holistic approach improves quality of life, enhances relationships and personal fulfillment. I provide clients with effective coping strategies, advanced communication skills, and the resilience needed to face life's challenges.
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Jennifer Frake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CPT, RYT
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728 (Online Only)
Are you living your best life? What improvements could you make leading to more happiness in your life? Our primary goal in therapy would be to work together as a team and get you closer to your ideal happy place. Therapy isn’t a one size fits all. YOU are the expert on yourself. What I do is help you to gain insight and awareness of any old unhealthy patterns of thinking or behaviors and help you to get unstuck. I do this through utilization of my skillsets as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, integrative nutrition health coach, personal trainer, and yoga teacher.
Are you living your best life? What improvements could you make leading to more happiness in your life? Our primary goal in therapy would be to work together as a team and get you closer to your ideal happy place. Therapy isn’t a one size fits all. YOU are the expert on yourself. What I do is help you to gain insight and awareness of any old unhealthy patterns of thinking or behaviors and help you to get unstuck. I do this through utilization of my skillsets as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, integrative nutrition health coach, personal trainer, and yoga teacher.