Play Therapy in Freehold, NJ

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Amanda McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
Drawing from my clinical background, I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual and family I work with. From cognitive-behavioral techniques to address anxiety, implementing narrative therapy to explore past experiences, or facilitating family systems interventions to enhance communication and understanding, my approach is always client-centered and collaborative. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients as they navigate their own path towards resilience and self-discovery.
Drawing from my clinical background, I utilize a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual and family I work with. From cognitive-behavioral techniques to address anxiety, implementing narrative therapy to explore past experiences, or facilitating family systems interventions to enhance communication and understanding, my approach is always client-centered and collaborative. I strive to create a safe and supportive environment for my clients as they navigate their own path towards resilience and self-discovery.
(848) 292-9015 View (848) 292-9015
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Shaina Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCADC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University in 2017. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LCADC) in NJ. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families that are dealing with a wide range of needs that include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addiction, PTSD, anger management, and family/relationship issues. Life is full of obstacles and challenges that may require one to seek additional support during the change, whether good or bad.
I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University in 2017. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LCADC) in NJ. I have experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families that are dealing with a wide range of needs that include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, addiction, PTSD, anger management, and family/relationship issues. Life is full of obstacles and challenges that may require one to seek additional support during the change, whether good or bad.
(732) 393-8391 View (732) 393-8391
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Exceptional Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PAT
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
We know how difficult and stressful life can be. Our staff is committed in helping you reach your goals which will lead to a more fulfilling and happier life. At exceptional wellness we are dedicated to making our clients feel that they are of top priority. We work with children, adolescents, College students, adults, couples and families on identifying and fulfilling their goals. Reaching out and asking for assistance is the first courageous step in your journey. If you are ready to take that step please contact us. We look forward to meeting you!
We know how difficult and stressful life can be. Our staff is committed in helping you reach your goals which will lead to a more fulfilling and happier life. At exceptional wellness we are dedicated to making our clients feel that they are of top priority. We work with children, adolescents, College students, adults, couples and families on identifying and fulfilling their goals. Reaching out and asking for assistance is the first courageous step in your journey. If you are ready to take that step please contact us. We look forward to meeting you!
(908) 300-5871 View (908) 300-5871
Nicole Gusman Hall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
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.
(732) 649-7283 View (732) 649-7283
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Institute for Personal Growth
Psychologist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
Thinking of therapy? Ask us for the first session free, no commitment. IPG has roughly 30 therapists over three NJ offices: Highland Park, Freehold, and Jersey City. Since 1983 we've combined compassionate care with high-level expertise. We provide individual, family, child, and relationship counseling for concerns ranging from depression to life transitions to marital strife. We have a special focus on the LGBTQ community, including transgender/GNC youth, but we see clients from all walks of life. We also have many other niche specialties such as sex therapy, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and eating disorders.
Thinking of therapy? Ask us for the first session free, no commitment. IPG has roughly 30 therapists over three NJ offices: Highland Park, Freehold, and Jersey City. Since 1983 we've combined compassionate care with high-level expertise. We provide individual, family, child, and relationship counseling for concerns ranging from depression to life transitions to marital strife. We have a special focus on the LGBTQ community, including transgender/GNC youth, but we see clients from all walks of life. We also have many other niche specialties such as sex therapy, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and eating disorders.
(732) 487-3688 View (732) 487-3688
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Christina Walters
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of psychological disorders including anxiety and mood disorders, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorders, learning disabilities, developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. I can perform psychological, ADHD, bariatric and custody evaluations.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist who has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of psychological disorders including anxiety and mood disorders, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorders, learning disabilities, developmental disabilities and traumatic brain injuries. I can perform psychological, ADHD, bariatric and custody evaluations.
(732) 837-3627 View (732) 837-3627
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New Endeavors Couseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
Deciding to start therapy for yourself or family member can be a difficult and challenging decision to make. We believe that clients entering therapy already possess the skills needed to tackle the problems they are currently facing. However, sometimes difficult and trying situations may be best approached with help of a trained professional. Our goal is to help our clients find their inner strengths, increase their coping skills and identify past successes that can be altered and used to help them now.
Deciding to start therapy for yourself or family member can be a difficult and challenging decision to make. We believe that clients entering therapy already possess the skills needed to tackle the problems they are currently facing. However, sometimes difficult and trying situations may be best approached with help of a trained professional. Our goal is to help our clients find their inner strengths, increase their coping skills and identify past successes that can be altered and used to help them now.
(732) 641-3520 View (732) 641-3520
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Dr. Suzette Sularski
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
Anxiety and stress are normal feelings that everyone has to signal that something is wrong. Children may express these feelings by having behavior challenges or isolating. Adults and teens may express these feeling differently. We use research-based interventions and solutions to build confidence, help with fitting in, and address school issues. If you allow us, we will expertly guide you or your child toward looking at things from a new perspective. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your family, we invite you to work with us to develop the ability to deal with strong feelings.
Anxiety and stress are normal feelings that everyone has to signal that something is wrong. Children may express these feelings by having behavior challenges or isolating. Adults and teens may express these feeling differently. We use research-based interventions and solutions to build confidence, help with fitting in, and address school issues. If you allow us, we will expertly guide you or your child toward looking at things from a new perspective. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your family, we invite you to work with us to develop the ability to deal with strong feelings.
(732) 675-2230 View (732) 675-2230
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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 :)
(908) 280-0783 View (908) 280-0783
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Jess Cronin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
Welcome to my page. I first want to congratulate you on the initial step to achieving your goals! Taking this step can feel scary and uncomfortable, but I am here to help you work through this part of the process and beyond. I work collaboratively with my clients to address the root causes of their distress and to develop effective coping strategies. Whether you’re dealing with childhood abuse, a traumatic event, or ongoing stress, I’m here to help you navigate the journey toward healing and empowerment. Together, we can unlock the resilience within you and create a path toward a brighter future.
Welcome to my page. I first want to congratulate you on the initial step to achieving your goals! Taking this step can feel scary and uncomfortable, but I am here to help you work through this part of the process and beyond. I work collaboratively with my clients to address the root causes of their distress and to develop effective coping strategies. Whether you’re dealing with childhood abuse, a traumatic event, or ongoing stress, I’m here to help you navigate the journey toward healing and empowerment. Together, we can unlock the resilience within you and create a path toward a brighter future.
(732) 654-0975 View (732) 654-0975
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Jill Portaro | Healing Through The Heart Center | Trauma Anxiety Stress
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
Are change and uncertainty making you feel anxious? Do you feel that it's a struggle to work through challenges in your life? If you are tired of trying to make things better on your own, we are here to help you and your family learn healthy coping strategies to manage the emotions and behaviors that trouble you. In therapy, find the clarity and balance you need to connect deeply to your inner strengths to create lasting, positive changes in your life. We are focused on helping you meet your goals and make the changes to your life that you want to see.
Are change and uncertainty making you feel anxious? Do you feel that it's a struggle to work through challenges in your life? If you are tired of trying to make things better on your own, we are here to help you and your family learn healthy coping strategies to manage the emotions and behaviors that trouble you. In therapy, find the clarity and balance you need to connect deeply to your inner strengths to create lasting, positive changes in your life. We are focused on helping you meet your goals and make the changes to your life that you want to see.
(609) 778-4382 View (609) 778-4382
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Stefanie Mastbeth Trento
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, ACS, CYT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
I am passionate about helping individuals identify and implement coping strategies to assist in handling stressors and challenges they may face in their day-to-day life. I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve a sense of peace and serenity in today’s hectic world and help navigate through life's transitions. I utilize my knowledge of yoga to teach relaxation poses and mindfulness to my clients. Additionally, I have been trained to utilize yoga to help increase attention, manage sensory input, manage anxiety, and increase focus.
I am passionate about helping individuals identify and implement coping strategies to assist in handling stressors and challenges they may face in their day-to-day life. I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve a sense of peace and serenity in today’s hectic world and help navigate through life's transitions. I utilize my knowledge of yoga to teach relaxation poses and mindfulness to my clients. Additionally, I have been trained to utilize yoga to help increase attention, manage sensory input, manage anxiety, and increase focus.
(848) 216-0858 View (848) 216-0858
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Araceli Fernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
Life is full of obstacles that at times feel impossible to overcome. In therapy, we will work together to equip you with coping skills that best suit you to make tackling these obstacles possible. Depression, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem are common hindrances that therapy can help find long term solutions enabling you to live to your fullest potential.
Life is full of obstacles that at times feel impossible to overcome. In therapy, we will work together to equip you with coping skills that best suit you to make tackling these obstacles possible. Depression, anxiety, grief, and low self-esteem are common hindrances that therapy can help find long term solutions enabling you to live to your fullest potential.
(732) 217-4937 View (732) 217-4937
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Rebecca A Sears
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728
Rebecca Sears received her Doctoral Degree from Pace University in Manhattan, and began her career as a school psychologist. She has worked in a Community Mental Health setting in Asbury Park for 5-years, and sees children, adolescents, and young adults in private practice. Therapeutic techniques utilized include those from EMDR, Positive Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory, CBT/TF-CBT, and DBT.
Rebecca Sears received her Doctoral Degree from Pace University in Manhattan, and began her career as a school psychologist. She has worked in a Community Mental Health setting in Asbury Park for 5-years, and sees children, adolescents, and young adults in private practice. Therapeutic techniques utilized include those from EMDR, Positive Psychotherapy, Polyvagal Theory, CBT/TF-CBT, and DBT.
(732) 876-9343 View (732) 876-9343
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River In Eden Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Freehold, NJ 07728  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Shonda R. Brooks, LPC, NCC, ACS, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in NJ, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), certified Prepare/Enrich Trainer and Facilitator, and am level 1 & 2 EMDR trained. Here at my private practice, we specialize in treating those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem/worth concerns, spiritual issues, trauma, divorce, child custody and reunification, along with supporting adults, children, and families. Our clinicians are equipped to handle all of your needs and help you achieve the freedom and healing you have been looking for!
Hi, I'm Shonda R. Brooks, LPC, NCC, ACS, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in NJ, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), certified Prepare/Enrich Trainer and Facilitator, and am level 1 & 2 EMDR trained. Here at my private practice, we specialize in treating those with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem/worth concerns, spiritual issues, trauma, divorce, child custody and reunification, along with supporting adults, children, and families. Our clinicians are equipped to handle all of your needs and help you achieve the freedom and healing you have been looking for!
(856) 326-2794 View (856) 326-2794
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Ivy Horan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Freehold, NJ 07728
Not accepting new clients
I utilize different techniques such as CBT, DBT, somatic, narrative and play therapy to create personal safety, improve emotional regulation.
Do you ever find yourself being overwhelmed with your feelings? Does it seem like the peanut gallery in your mind is never silent - is it always ready with a judgmental comment? Do you find yourself tired, overwhelmed and stressed? It is possible for children, adolescents, and adults to be able to learn to feel their feelings and not be overwhelmed by them. For you to learn how to tame the peanut gallery of your mind and improve your sense of being in control of your thoughts and emotions. To build the skills to reduce feeling tired, overwhelmed and stressed. Your can become integrated and whole.
I utilize different techniques such as CBT, DBT, somatic, narrative and play therapy to create personal safety, improve emotional regulation.
Do you ever find yourself being overwhelmed with your feelings? Does it seem like the peanut gallery in your mind is never silent - is it always ready with a judgmental comment? Do you find yourself tired, overwhelmed and stressed? It is possible for children, adolescents, and adults to be able to learn to feel their feelings and not be overwhelmed by them. For you to learn how to tame the peanut gallery of your mind and improve your sense of being in control of your thoughts and emotions. To build the skills to reduce feeling tired, overwhelmed and stressed. Your can become integrated and whole.
(908) 365-0950 View (908) 365-0950
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