Existential Therapists in Long Branch, NJ
I offer a space to explore existential crises, men's issues, body image, depression, anxiety, self-worth, and learning to care less and less about what others think.
I help men in committed relationships better communicate and express themselves to the women they love. I also help burnt out adults create more room for creativity in their lives. I can help if you're looking for life direction or if want to feel more fulfilled in your career.
I offer a space to explore existential crises, men's issues, body image, depression, anxiety, self-worth, and learning to care less and less about what others think.
I help men in committed relationships better communicate and express themselves to the women they love. I also help burnt out adults create more room for creativity in their lives. I can help if you're looking for life direction or if want to feel more fulfilled in your career.
Christian August Wreiole
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740
Do you struggle with stress and anxiety that affects your day to day life? Do you compare yourself to others and feel like you come up short? Do you want your life to feel easier, happier? These days, many people are experiencing anxiety about how they are supposed to balance their relationships, careers, and lives. It’s easy to neglect our mental health and that could lead to additional problems for our minds and bodies. I believe people are capable of extraordinary change, that there is hope, and that being a human does not have to be so hard.
Do you struggle with stress and anxiety that affects your day to day life? Do you compare yourself to others and feel like you come up short? Do you want your life to feel easier, happier? These days, many people are experiencing anxiety about how they are supposed to balance their relationships, careers, and lives. It’s easy to neglect our mental health and that could lead to additional problems for our minds and bodies. I believe people are capable of extraordinary change, that there is hope, and that being a human does not have to be so hard.
Susana Pestana-Szwarc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Branch, NJ 07740
Every person has the potential to create positive change in their life. Often many things get in way to achieve those goals, such trauma, depression, anxiety and fear. Far too often we struggle internally and not knowing where to turn. When life gets hard it is always wonderful to have someone there to help walk alongside with you through the hardships in life. My goal is to make this therapeutic experience as pleasing and positive for you. I am here to guide you through those hard patches along the way based on your needs.
Every person has the potential to create positive change in their life. Often many things get in way to achieve those goals, such trauma, depression, anxiety and fear. Far too often we struggle internally and not knowing where to turn. When life gets hard it is always wonderful to have someone there to help walk alongside with you through the hardships in life. My goal is to make this therapeutic experience as pleasing and positive for you. I am here to guide you through those hard patches along the way based on your needs.
Life transitions can create extreme stress as well as profound opportunity. Relationships that we depend on; with our spouse, parents, children, colleagues inevitably change and may benefit from a fresh perspective. My expertise enables us to examine these relationships with compassion, facilitating insight that can lead to change. I received a doctorate in psychology and religion as well as formal training in individual, marriage and family therapy. I have 25+ years of experience offering relational psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups.
Life transitions can create extreme stress as well as profound opportunity. Relationships that we depend on; with our spouse, parents, children, colleagues inevitably change and may benefit from a fresh perspective. My expertise enables us to examine these relationships with compassion, facilitating insight that can lead to change. I received a doctorate in psychology and religion as well as formal training in individual, marriage and family therapy. I have 25+ years of experience offering relational psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups.
Nancy Violette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740 (Online Only)
Personal Growth: I can help you to develop tools and strategies to manage life transitions, including grief and loss issues. Working together, we can find ways to address your stressors and help you to cope better. If you have faced trauma, I can help you process and move toward personal growth. I am an experienced therapist who will help you navigate career, family and 'regular life' and the 'day to day' as you move from one period of life to the next. I will assist you in thinking about how to maximize the positives in your life; and work with the difficulties facing you.
Personal Growth: I can help you to develop tools and strategies to manage life transitions, including grief and loss issues. Working together, we can find ways to address your stressors and help you to cope better. If you have faced trauma, I can help you process and move toward personal growth. I am an experienced therapist who will help you navigate career, family and 'regular life' and the 'day to day' as you move from one period of life to the next. I will assist you in thinking about how to maximize the positives in your life; and work with the difficulties facing you.
Amanda A. Patterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740
I'm Amanda, providing in person to Colorado & telemental for NJ residents from emergent adulthood into seniority. I seek to provide a comfortable, welcoming space for clients to work through life’s challenges both large and small. Together, we’ll devote our time to cultivating growth and self-awareness while building upon existing strengths. We all have the ability to change, grow, and self-heal. Although my goal is to help clients discover and recover authentic solutions for their unique challenges; during our work together you may find that the solutions are already there, I just encourage bringing them to light!
I'm Amanda, providing in person to Colorado & telemental for NJ residents from emergent adulthood into seniority. I seek to provide a comfortable, welcoming space for clients to work through life’s challenges both large and small. Together, we’ll devote our time to cultivating growth and self-awareness while building upon existing strengths. We all have the ability to change, grow, and self-heal. Although my goal is to help clients discover and recover authentic solutions for their unique challenges; during our work together you may find that the solutions are already there, I just encourage bringing them to light!
Challenges are inevitable within any individual life experience. It is my hope to work with you to improve your ability to overcome these times. Empowerment and increasing self-understanding are ever-present goals in my practice. Whether you are dealing with a mental health diagnosis, a life transition, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, you deserve support along the way. I believe in working as a team to increase insight and develop practical strategies to improve your confidence and quality of life.
Challenges are inevitable within any individual life experience. It is my hope to work with you to improve your ability to overcome these times. Empowerment and increasing self-understanding are ever-present goals in my practice. Whether you are dealing with a mental health diagnosis, a life transition, relationship issues, or simply seeking personal growth, you deserve support along the way. I believe in working as a team to increase insight and develop practical strategies to improve your confidence and quality of life.
I work with individuals and couples whose lives have been interrupted by depression, anxiety,and trauma. Psychotherapy, like pastoral care and psychoanlysis, is "soul work" - self expression in the presence of a trusted friend and guide. In the safe space of the therapeutic relationship, thoughts and feelings, dreams and fantasies, desires and fears are spoken without judgment. Authentic verbal and emotional expression is transformative. As dysfunctional patterns of thought and behavior become clear, as shattered parts of the self are recognized and linked, health and a new wholeness can be achieved.
I work with individuals and couples whose lives have been interrupted by depression, anxiety,and trauma. Psychotherapy, like pastoral care and psychoanlysis, is "soul work" - self expression in the presence of a trusted friend and guide. In the safe space of the therapeutic relationship, thoughts and feelings, dreams and fantasies, desires and fears are spoken without judgment. Authentic verbal and emotional expression is transformative. As dysfunctional patterns of thought and behavior become clear, as shattered parts of the self are recognized and linked, health and a new wholeness can be achieved.
Alex Cantwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740 (Online Only)
I believe that each individual is capable of growth and change. Most of the time clients accomplish this by using the strengths they already have. When facing depression, anxiety, life changes and stress it can be very difficult to see a solution on your own. It may be especially difficult for men or young people to enter therapy for the first time. I understand this and work with you to make the process as comfortable as possible. Together we can be partners on your journey to emotional wellness.
I believe that each individual is capable of growth and change. Most of the time clients accomplish this by using the strengths they already have. When facing depression, anxiety, life changes and stress it can be very difficult to see a solution on your own. It may be especially difficult for men or young people to enter therapy for the first time. I understand this and work with you to make the process as comfortable as possible. Together we can be partners on your journey to emotional wellness.
Daniela Szatkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740 (Online Only)
Trauma can deeply affect our lives, but it doesn’t have to define our futures. With specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), I provide support for people of all ages who are working through traumatic experiences. My goal is to help you find your way to healing and growth, no matter where you’re starting from.
Trauma can deeply affect our lives, but it doesn’t have to define our futures. With specialized training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), I provide support for people of all ages who are working through traumatic experiences. My goal is to help you find your way to healing and growth, no matter where you’re starting from.
Impetus Counseling & Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740 (Online Only)
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Cobi Beyda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wall, NJ 07719
Waitlist for new clients
However, I am skilled in CBT and Existential Therapy.
Trauma is often the root of our struggles. Childhood and adult trauma can leave visible and invisible marks on our bodies and souls. These marks show up in our relationships, our parenting, and our physical health, among other places. It takes bravery to face the feelings that trauma brings up within us. I tailor my techniques and connections to the individual needs of each person who walks through my door because not one of us can, or should, be boxed into a category. I specialize in working with adults; individuals, couples, and families.
However, I am skilled in CBT and Existential Therapy.
Trauma is often the root of our struggles. Childhood and adult trauma can leave visible and invisible marks on our bodies and souls. These marks show up in our relationships, our parenting, and our physical health, among other places. It takes bravery to face the feelings that trauma brings up within us. I tailor my techniques and connections to the individual needs of each person who walks through my door because not one of us can, or should, be boxed into a category. I specialize in working with adults; individuals, couples, and families.
Emily Rice
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wall Township, NJ 07719
Waitlist for new clients
As a licensed counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows you to grow. By prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, I hope to extend warmth and compassion that will allow you to lean into vulnerability and heal. Body image, self-concept & values clarification are passions of mine. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families looking to gain deeper insight into relationship dynamics, attachment style, nervous system regulation & self-exploration. I work most naturally through a feminist & existential lens while knowing there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
As a licensed counselor, my goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment that allows you to grow. By prioritizing the therapeutic relationship, I hope to extend warmth and compassion that will allow you to lean into vulnerability and heal. Body image, self-concept & values clarification are passions of mine. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families looking to gain deeper insight into relationship dynamics, attachment style, nervous system regulation & self-exploration. I work most naturally through a feminist & existential lens while knowing there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
Life Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC, RDN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Little Silver, NJ 07739
LIFE PSYCHOTHERAPY is a private psychotherapy practice offering counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, elderly, couples, families, and groups. Since each person is unique, the approach to therapy is unique as well, combining existential philosophy with cognitive behavioral tools. The outcome empowers a person to feel empowered to take concrete actions in order to change or cope with their current level of distress, and achieve success in improving his/her life. Along with Psychotherapy we provide a variety of psycho-educational workshops to enhance personal growth and development without any stigma attached to psychotherapy.
LIFE PSYCHOTHERAPY is a private psychotherapy practice offering counseling services to children, adolescents, adults, elderly, couples, families, and groups. Since each person is unique, the approach to therapy is unique as well, combining existential philosophy with cognitive behavioral tools. The outcome empowers a person to feel empowered to take concrete actions in order to change or cope with their current level of distress, and achieve success in improving his/her life. Along with Psychotherapy we provide a variety of psycho-educational workshops to enhance personal growth and development without any stigma attached to psychotherapy.
Donna German Klein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Eatontown, NJ 07724
I am offering compassionate, solution focused and at times existential therapy for those struggling with life transitions of identity and meaning. Whether identifying as transgender or gender non-conforming, the conversation in my office will assist you in how to move forward, regardless of age. It is not unusual that depression and anxiety is tied into ones gender and sexual identity. Sexual health is part of our being. Come explore what hasn't been discussed prior regarding your sexual self, whether alone or with your partner/spouse.
I am offering compassionate, solution focused and at times existential therapy for those struggling with life transitions of identity and meaning. Whether identifying as transgender or gender non-conforming, the conversation in my office will assist you in how to move forward, regardless of age. It is not unusual that depression and anxiety is tied into ones gender and sexual identity. Sexual health is part of our being. Come explore what hasn't been discussed prior regarding your sexual self, whether alone or with your partner/spouse.
Parker R Hilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, LCPC, MS
Verified Verified
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
Building on an existential and philosophical framework I incorporate contemporary research, CBT, and humanistic techniques.
As a counselor, my goal is to inspire actualized change. A large part of that process is forming a strong working relationship to determine where you find fulfillment, derive meaning, and how you exist in the here and now. I'm a firm believer that the worldview we hold and the narratives we perpetuate dictate how we navigate life's nuances so, we often start there. Once we strip the old stories and ego, what are we left with? On the other side of anger, self-doubt, anxiety, self-criticism, depression, grief, addiction, or whatever your concerns may be—Who are you? I'm excited to embark on the journey to that state of being with you.
Building on an existential and philosophical framework I incorporate contemporary research, CBT, and humanistic techniques.
As a counselor, my goal is to inspire actualized change. A large part of that process is forming a strong working relationship to determine where you find fulfillment, derive meaning, and how you exist in the here and now. I'm a firm believer that the worldview we hold and the narratives we perpetuate dictate how we navigate life's nuances so, we often start there. Once we strip the old stories and ego, what are we left with? On the other side of anger, self-doubt, anxiety, self-criticism, depression, grief, addiction, or whatever your concerns may be—Who are you? I'm excited to embark on the journey to that state of being with you.
Arthur Capone is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) who provides individual and group psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults with a range of clinical needs, including addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties, existential crises, and depression. Arthur utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, and mindfulness therapies. Arthur assesses clients using a humanist/ existential and/or liberation health model theoretical framework. Arthur earned a Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of Tampa and a Master in Social Work at Boston University.
Arthur Capone is a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) who provides individual and group psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults with a range of clinical needs, including addiction, trauma, relationship difficulties, existential crises, and depression. Arthur utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, and mindfulness therapies. Arthur assesses clients using a humanist/ existential and/or liberation health model theoretical framework. Arthur earned a Bachelor of Arts in English at the University of Tampa and a Master in Social Work at Boston University.
My experience lies in helping clients (children, adolescents, adults) navigate mental health and wellness concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, social anxiety & fear, anger management issues, life transitions, family and relationship issues, parenting skills, academic & career motivation, oppositional behavior, etc. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT & DBT) while incorporating a person-centered approach that borrows from existential and spiritual wellness philosophies. I specialize in working with clients from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
My experience lies in helping clients (children, adolescents, adults) navigate mental health and wellness concerns, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, social anxiety & fear, anger management issues, life transitions, family and relationship issues, parenting skills, academic & career motivation, oppositional behavior, etc. I utilize evidence-based treatment modalities (CBT & DBT) while incorporating a person-centered approach that borrows from existential and spiritual wellness philosophies. I specialize in working with clients from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Such as multicultural and cognitive-behavioral approaches, in combination with person-centered, humanistic, and existential counseling.
I am experienced working with clients who struggle with, recurrent depressive thoughts or feelings, frequent anxiety, panic attacks, traumatic past experiences, emotional instability, feelings of overwhelming stress, and difficulty communicating with others. I do work with adults as well as children, and families, focusing on enhancing emotional awareness, learning parenting tools, and implementing healthy relationship boundaries. Life has a way of accumulating and overwhelming us, counseling is the process of gaining awareness and finding a healthy life balance once again.
Such as multicultural and cognitive-behavioral approaches, in combination with person-centered, humanistic, and existential counseling.
I am experienced working with clients who struggle with, recurrent depressive thoughts or feelings, frequent anxiety, panic attacks, traumatic past experiences, emotional instability, feelings of overwhelming stress, and difficulty communicating with others. I do work with adults as well as children, and families, focusing on enhancing emotional awareness, learning parenting tools, and implementing healthy relationship boundaries. Life has a way of accumulating and overwhelming us, counseling is the process of gaining awareness and finding a healthy life balance once again.
Tara L Moyle Teens -Adolescence-Academics
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, MFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asbury Park, NJ 07712 (Online Only)
Teens and young adults trying to find their way in the world are under great pressure these days. I specialize in the transition from the last few years of high school to whatever comes next, and post-college transitions. Those on a creative path may also resonate with my approach. I work with adults in life transitions, anyone struggling with relationships, uncertain of the rules for healthy versus unhealthy dynamics, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, or existential issues. You may feel alienated, unmotivated, or have uncertain goals. Your thought patterns might seem circular, overly critical, or just unhelpful.
Teens and young adults trying to find their way in the world are under great pressure these days. I specialize in the transition from the last few years of high school to whatever comes next, and post-college transitions. Those on a creative path may also resonate with my approach. I work with adults in life transitions, anyone struggling with relationships, uncertain of the rules for healthy versus unhealthy dynamics, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, or existential issues. You may feel alienated, unmotivated, or have uncertain goals. Your thought patterns might seem circular, overly critical, or just unhelpful.
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Existential Therapists
How does existential therapy work?
Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.
Is existential therapy evidence-based?
Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.
How long does existential therapy last?
The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.
Is existential therapy effective?
According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.