Suicidal Ideation Therapists in Long Branch, NJ
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.
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.
As a very experienced therapist, I have learned to tailor my strategies to your needs. I have been described by my clients as being direct but warm and caring. I take pride in my ability to be understanding and caring but to also offer guidance to help you reach your goals. My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression but I also see many clients who are experiencing difficulties due to life transitions, stressful and traumatic events and relationship problems. I have additional experience in helping those with physical illnesses and with grief. I see individuals, families and couples across the life span.
As a very experienced therapist, I have learned to tailor my strategies to your needs. I have been described by my clients as being direct but warm and caring. I take pride in my ability to be understanding and caring but to also offer guidance to help you reach your goals. My areas of expertise include anxiety and depression but I also see many clients who are experiencing difficulties due to life transitions, stressful and traumatic events and relationship problems. I have additional experience in helping those with physical illnesses and with grief. I see individuals, families and couples across the life span.
It can be very challenging to find a therapist that is the right fit for your individual needs. My education and experience has given me an opportunity to help those who may be experiencing issues and obstacles that prevent them from having a fulfilling life. I have extensive experience in areas such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addiction. Using a holistic approach, my focus is to help people gain awareness and make positive changes for a brighter future. I am dedicated to maximizing the individualized needs of my clients and their personal growth.
It can be very challenging to find a therapist that is the right fit for your individual needs. My education and experience has given me an opportunity to help those who may be experiencing issues and obstacles that prevent them from having a fulfilling life. I have extensive experience in areas such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and addiction. Using a holistic approach, my focus is to help people gain awareness and make positive changes for a brighter future. I am dedicated to maximizing the individualized needs of my clients and their personal growth.
Casey Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Long Branch, NJ 07740 (Online Only)
Welcome to Calm Shores! I offer individual therapy services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues. I strive to create a warm and approachable environment while also challenging my clients to explore new perspectives and achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered and incorporates a blend of CBT, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma-informed care.
Welcome to Calm Shores! I offer individual therapy services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues. I strive to create a warm and approachable environment while also challenging my clients to explore new perspectives and achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered and incorporates a blend of CBT, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma-informed care.
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 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.
Providing Alternative Lines of Movement Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740
Life's changes often create challenges that may be traumatic for some that can generate overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression that can cloud our ability to perform our best and create achievable goals. These overwhelming emotions can also create maladaptive behaviors that can impact one's safety and overall well being. Learning how to understand and manage these emotions is key. I am able to offer children and families creative/fun ways to do this in a non-threatening manner that allows them to feel comfortable enough to let their guard down and trust the process.
Life's changes often create challenges that may be traumatic for some that can generate overwhelming feelings of anxiety and depression that can cloud our ability to perform our best and create achievable goals. These overwhelming emotions can also create maladaptive behaviors that can impact one's safety and overall well being. Learning how to understand and manage these emotions is key. I am able to offer children and families creative/fun ways to do this in a non-threatening manner that allows them to feel comfortable enough to let their guard down and trust the process.
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.
It can be confusing and anxiety-provoking choosing a therapist. I have over thirty years' clinical experience. I am pleased to work with individuals, adolescents, and/or families. I have particular experience serving women, youth who are trans/gay/nonbinary, families formed by adoption, and individuals with intersex differences.
It can be confusing and anxiety-provoking choosing a therapist. I have over thirty years' clinical experience. I am pleased to work with individuals, adolescents, and/or families. I have particular experience serving women, youth who are trans/gay/nonbinary, families formed by adoption, and individuals with intersex differences.
Allison Devlin - Individuals, Recovery, Addiction
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Long Branch, NJ 07740
My ideal client is a person who is diagnosed with both a mental health and substance abuse issue, here we can explore whether the pattern of substance abuse relates to the mental health symptoms or if the symptoms of the psychiatric issue is one of the causes for increased substance abuse. Having the ability to explore and implement evidence based clinical interventions, as well as offering support, during their early recovery process, has been rewarding to witness. I have been working in the mental health and substance abuse field for 20+ years. I provide clinical supervision to undergraduates and graduate students who are
My ideal client is a person who is diagnosed with both a mental health and substance abuse issue, here we can explore whether the pattern of substance abuse relates to the mental health symptoms or if the symptoms of the psychiatric issue is one of the causes for increased substance abuse. Having the ability to explore and implement evidence based clinical interventions, as well as offering support, during their early recovery process, has been rewarding to witness. I have been working in the mental health and substance abuse field for 20+ years. I provide clinical supervision to undergraduates and graduate students who are
In Imago Relationship therapy I coach the partners into giving and receiving love. Love is the healing force. Imago Therapy is the guiding model along with cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic experiencing, body centered approaches and mindfulness.
In individual therapy the focus is on finding clients' strengths and using those strengths for healing of symptoms including insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and others using cognitive behavioral, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, mindfulness,imagery, brainspotting, EMDR, TFT, EFT, and others. Mindfulness is taught in all sessions
In Imago Relationship therapy I coach the partners into giving and receiving love. Love is the healing force. Imago Therapy is the guiding model along with cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic experiencing, body centered approaches and mindfulness.
In individual therapy the focus is on finding clients' strengths and using those strengths for healing of symptoms including insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and others using cognitive behavioral, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, mindfulness,imagery, brainspotting, EMDR, TFT, EFT, and others. Mindfulness is taught in all sessions
Krystin Mutchler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740
Not accepting new clients
Do you ever feel stuck, as if despite your efforts you feel as though you can't move forward in your life? Many things get in the way of our ability to achieve our goals. Struggles with depression, anxiety, self judgement, fear, trauma, and addiction all have a tendency to paralyze us. We often are left feeling hopeless and emotionally drained. Through therapy we allow ourselves to find solutions in areas that feel like a dead end. By exploring the barriers that stand in our way, we can build self awareness, skills and confidence to overcome any obstacle.
Do you ever feel stuck, as if despite your efforts you feel as though you can't move forward in your life? Many things get in the way of our ability to achieve our goals. Struggles with depression, anxiety, self judgement, fear, trauma, and addiction all have a tendency to paralyze us. We often are left feeling hopeless and emotionally drained. Through therapy we allow ourselves to find solutions in areas that feel like a dead end. By exploring the barriers that stand in our way, we can build self awareness, skills and confidence to overcome any obstacle.
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Lisa Zaffarese
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07703
Hi! I'm Lisa. I am a National Board Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. Profound Insights serves the various needs of children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families.
Hi! I'm Lisa. I am a National Board Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor and Registered Play Therapist. Profound Insights serves the various needs of children, adolescents, young adults, parents and families.
Kristin Huffaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Long Branch, NJ 07764 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth! I am experienced in treating children, adolescents, teenagers, young adults, and their families who present with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My goal is to offer support and empowerment throughout the treatment process to help clients achieve their goals. Together we will develop an individualized plan to help explore personal experiences and implement strategies to navigate life challenges more effectively. I believe that being authentic and empathetic are fundamental to developing a meaningful, therapeutic relationship.
Currently accepting new clients via Telehealth! I am experienced in treating children, adolescents, teenagers, young adults, and their families who present with a variety of social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties. My goal is to offer support and empowerment throughout the treatment process to help clients achieve their goals. Together we will develop an individualized plan to help explore personal experiences and implement strategies to navigate life challenges more effectively. I believe that being authentic and empathetic are fundamental to developing a meaningful, therapeutic relationship.
Carmelle Gourgue
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Welcome! I'm Carmelle, LAMFT. As a therapist, I stand strong on the belief that everything starts with family. I began my education in earning a first master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, which I utilized to begin my career working with children and families. Later on, I earned a second master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to continue my work as a mental health professional to support families and couples in their pursuit to have healthy, positive, and fulfilling relationships.
Welcome! I'm Carmelle, LAMFT. As a therapist, I stand strong on the belief that everything starts with family. I began my education in earning a first master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, which I utilized to begin my career working with children and families. Later on, I earned a second master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to continue my work as a mental health professional to support families and couples in their pursuit to have healthy, positive, and fulfilling relationships.
Thomas J Mackarevich Ph.d
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750
Life is too short to let the everyday burdens we face create turmoil, and gain control over our emotions. Our feelings can control us or we can learn to control them. A situation, person, place, or thing only has the power to control our feelings...if we let it. It is our responsibility (and only ours) to control our feelings and behavior. Thus, we can find true contentment and serenity.
Life is too short to let the everyday burdens we face create turmoil, and gain control over our emotions. Our feelings can control us or we can learn to control them. A situation, person, place, or thing only has the power to control our feelings...if we let it. It is our responsibility (and only ours) to control our feelings and behavior. Thus, we can find true contentment and serenity.
Victory Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750
I graduated from Cairn University with my Masters Degree in Christian Counseling. In the past fifteen years I have worked with a diverse group of clients using a cognitive-behavioral based approach. I specialize in areas of depression, abuse, grief recovery, family dysfunction, the effects of divorce in adulthood and childhood, alcoholism, spiritual formation, and trauma. I currently provide therapy in the Middletown office. Evening and weekend appointments are available for your convenience.
I graduated from Cairn University with my Masters Degree in Christian Counseling. In the past fifteen years I have worked with a diverse group of clients using a cognitive-behavioral based approach. I specialize in areas of depression, abuse, grief recovery, family dysfunction, the effects of divorce in adulthood and childhood, alcoholism, spiritual formation, and trauma. I currently provide therapy in the Middletown office. Evening and weekend appointments are available for your convenience.
Hey! I’m Christina (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). First and foremost, before we start talking about me, I just wanted to say that I’m proud of you for even looking up counselors because although it’s the first step in the counseling process, it can be the most difficult. Throughout my counseling experience I have worked with kids as young as 5 years old all the way to senior adults, coming from all walks of life, who have struggled with addictions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, traumatic stress, and plain old daily life stressors.
Hey! I’m Christina (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). First and foremost, before we start talking about me, I just wanted to say that I’m proud of you for even looking up counselors because although it’s the first step in the counseling process, it can be the most difficult. Throughout my counseling experience I have worked with kids as young as 5 years old all the way to senior adults, coming from all walks of life, who have struggled with addictions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, traumatic stress, and plain old daily life stressors.
Dr. Burgess is a counseling psychologist and the owner of BB Counseling. Dr. Burgess received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts. Upon graduation, he went on to receive his Master's Degree and Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Seton Hall University. Dr. Burgess treats a variety of disorders including but not limited to anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, ocd, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, anger, chronic pain, marriage counseling, and parental counseling. Treatment also includes psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulators, and long term pain medication.
Dr. Burgess is a counseling psychologist and the owner of BB Counseling. Dr. Burgess received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts. Upon graduation, he went on to receive his Master's Degree and Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Seton Hall University. Dr. Burgess treats a variety of disorders including but not limited to anxiety, mood disorders, personality disorders, ocd, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, anger, chronic pain, marriage counseling, and parental counseling. Treatment also includes psychological evaluations for bariatric surgery, spinal cord stimulators, and long term pain medication.
The Therapy Institute will help navigate your current life struggles, provide emotional support, and start the healing process. We are changing the way we talk about mental health and are committed to guiding you to embrace your vulnerability and develop a sense of comfort as we address emotional and mental health needs.
The Therapy Institute will help navigate your current life struggles, provide emotional support, and start the healing process. We are changing the way we talk about mental health and are committed to guiding you to embrace your vulnerability and develop a sense of comfort as we address emotional and mental health needs.
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Suicidal Ideation Therapists
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.