In Person Therapists in Manahawkin, NJ
Tara Van Hest
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
My ideal client is anyone struggling with interpersonal issues, relationship dynamics, marital issues, codependency and overcoming traumatic situations. I work closely with my clients to develop boundaries. We examine the client's lifespan to build understanding into their experience as well as resilience.
My ideal client is anyone struggling with interpersonal issues, relationship dynamics, marital issues, codependency and overcoming traumatic situations. I work closely with my clients to develop boundaries. We examine the client's lifespan to build understanding into their experience as well as resilience.
Davison Therapeutics
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Waitlist for new clients
Are you someone who struggles with anxiety on some level? Does fear and uncertainty seem to run your life or make decisions for you, even if you try to "push through" it? Ever wondered what it would be like to have a caring, dedicated and compassionate mental health professional guide you through not only conquering your fears, but building your sense of empowerment, self-worth and confidence? If this sounds like something that peaks your curiosity, reach out now! I also offer Clinical Supervision for associate licensees in NJ, available in-person and virtual!
Are you someone who struggles with anxiety on some level? Does fear and uncertainty seem to run your life or make decisions for you, even if you try to "push through" it? Ever wondered what it would be like to have a caring, dedicated and compassionate mental health professional guide you through not only conquering your fears, but building your sense of empowerment, self-worth and confidence? If this sounds like something that peaks your curiosity, reach out now! I also offer Clinical Supervision for associate licensees in NJ, available in-person and virtual!
Trained as a trauma therapist, I specialize in women’s health and spiritual well-being—traumatic stress and grief, health and hormonal concerns, or navigating career and unexpected life changes—and am committed to providing high-quality care for women throughout their lives. My expertise also draws on my training in spiritually integrated psychotherapy, an evidence-based approach for drawing on and working with an individual’s spirituality in therapy. My approach is deeply relational, grounded in psychodynamic theory and skillfully integrating cognitive and somatic therapies with parts work and the wisdom of spiritual care.
Trained as a trauma therapist, I specialize in women’s health and spiritual well-being—traumatic stress and grief, health and hormonal concerns, or navigating career and unexpected life changes—and am committed to providing high-quality care for women throughout their lives. My expertise also draws on my training in spiritually integrated psychotherapy, an evidence-based approach for drawing on and working with an individual’s spirituality in therapy. My approach is deeply relational, grounded in psychodynamic theory and skillfully integrating cognitive and somatic therapies with parts work and the wisdom of spiritual care.
Life can be extremely busy and trying at times, especially now with all of the sudden stressful changes in our lives, and we can feel as though we have too many roles to fill at once. This can create anxiety, depression, stress, and family issues. Having someone to help work through these difficulties can be extremely beneficial. I have much experience with various populations and age groups and provide my services in your home, as that is where people feel most comfortable and that is where many of life's challenges occur.
Life can be extremely busy and trying at times, especially now with all of the sudden stressful changes in our lives, and we can feel as though we have too many roles to fill at once. This can create anxiety, depression, stress, and family issues. Having someone to help work through these difficulties can be extremely beneficial. I have much experience with various populations and age groups and provide my services in your home, as that is where people feel most comfortable and that is where many of life's challenges occur.
Lisa Musarra
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ICADC
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
My goal is to help you find your path to inner motivation leading to permanent change. Whether you've been in treatment before, or seeking help for the first time, my focus is to guide you in the right direction to gain the healing from addiction you need.
My goal is to help you find your path to inner motivation leading to permanent change. Whether you've been in treatment before, or seeking help for the first time, my focus is to guide you in the right direction to gain the healing from addiction you need.
Amanda Paige Elker England
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Hello! What a brave decision to find a therapist who can help guide you in achieving your specific goals, needs, & problem-solve issues with you. If you are looking for assistance in changing things in your life, then you've already accomplished one of the hardest parts: deciding to do something about it! It's hard to tell if I'm "the right fit" over the computer, but if you are willing to do the honest & sometimes uncomfortable work for yourself, change is possible & could mean I'm the therapist for you.
Hello! What a brave decision to find a therapist who can help guide you in achieving your specific goals, needs, & problem-solve issues with you. If you are looking for assistance in changing things in your life, then you've already accomplished one of the hardest parts: deciding to do something about it! It's hard to tell if I'm "the right fit" over the computer, but if you are willing to do the honest & sometimes uncomfortable work for yourself, change is possible & could mean I'm the therapist for you.
Inner Strength Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Making change is a big part of counseling. In order to make change there needs to be motivation and with that motivation comes strength. Whether a client is experiencing anxiety, depression, abuse, crisis, conflict, behavioral issues, substance use, etc., it is important to find the inner strength each person has and use that to their advantage. Let our team help you find your inner strength! We have therapists on staff trained in EMDR and Sand Tray Therapy.
Making change is a big part of counseling. In order to make change there needs to be motivation and with that motivation comes strength. Whether a client is experiencing anxiety, depression, abuse, crisis, conflict, behavioral issues, substance use, etc., it is important to find the inner strength each person has and use that to their advantage. Let our team help you find your inner strength! We have therapists on staff trained in EMDR and Sand Tray Therapy.
Life Balance Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Wellness is a matter of balance. Anyone who struggles with addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or ANY experience of overwhelming emotion, can relate to a sense of imbalance. Often times we develop strategies to tip the scale. Unfortunately, we may find strategies that become part of a cycle of avoidance. I can help you break this cycle by creating strategies that promote balance, rather than a constant see-saw.
Wellness is a matter of balance. Anyone who struggles with addiction, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or ANY experience of overwhelming emotion, can relate to a sense of imbalance. Often times we develop strategies to tip the scale. Unfortunately, we may find strategies that become part of a cycle of avoidance. I can help you break this cycle by creating strategies that promote balance, rather than a constant see-saw.
Cristina DeFuria
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and Certified Family Mediator working with individuals, couples and families for over 15 years. Individual counseling includes self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, academic & career choices, depression and anxiety. Couple and Family counseling is dynamic, including pre-marital counseling, family planning, parental burn out, parenting issues, in-law matters, intimacy issues, low sexual desire, infidelity (emotional, physical and internet) recovery, divorce adjustment, and blended family issues, as well as individual issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an AAMFT Approved Supervisor and Certified Family Mediator working with individuals, couples and families for over 15 years. Individual counseling includes self-esteem, relationships, life transitions, academic & career choices, depression and anxiety. Couple and Family counseling is dynamic, including pre-marital counseling, family planning, parental burn out, parenting issues, in-law matters, intimacy issues, low sexual desire, infidelity (emotional, physical and internet) recovery, divorce adjustment, and blended family issues, as well as individual issues.
Jane Calabrese
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Addiction and mental health disorders are often misunderstood. I believe in meeting my clients where they are and empowering awareness and meaningful change. There isn't a one size fits all approach and I use various techniques to meet unique needs of each individual. Successful treatment involves education and support. I have worked in a variety of settings over the past 20 years including hospital based programs, day programs, residential treatment programs, outpatient treatment programs, and within the criminal justice system.
Addiction and mental health disorders are often misunderstood. I believe in meeting my clients where they are and empowering awareness and meaningful change. There isn't a one size fits all approach and I use various techniques to meet unique needs of each individual. Successful treatment involves education and support. I have worked in a variety of settings over the past 20 years including hospital based programs, day programs, residential treatment programs, outpatient treatment programs, and within the criminal justice system.
I provide a personal relationship where a person can feel safe and inspired for their own personal growth and healing. With extensive experience working with children, adolescents and their families, I am equipped to address a wide range of life-controlling problems, including addiction and other levels of substance use. I understand that when a person presents for counseling they are in need of support and relief from what is troubling them, therefore my approach is directive and solution focused. I am bilingual in American Sign Language and can serve Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
I provide a personal relationship where a person can feel safe and inspired for their own personal growth and healing. With extensive experience working with children, adolescents and their families, I am equipped to address a wide range of life-controlling problems, including addiction and other levels of substance use. I understand that when a person presents for counseling they are in need of support and relief from what is troubling them, therefore my approach is directive and solution focused. I am bilingual in American Sign Language and can serve Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
Ocean Counseling and Family Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU! We all have the power to choose our own destiny when we choose to view ourselves in a positive relationship with the world around us. You have probably been searching for change in your life for some time now, reaching a point where you feel overwhelmed in managing your physical or emotional health, interpersonal relationships, work, school or financial stressors. Change takes hard work, patience, and a conscious commitment. Don't give up! You will see, there is hope and together we will discover a path to A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU!
A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU! We all have the power to choose our own destiny when we choose to view ourselves in a positive relationship with the world around us. You have probably been searching for change in your life for some time now, reaching a point where you feel overwhelmed in managing your physical or emotional health, interpersonal relationships, work, school or financial stressors. Change takes hard work, patience, and a conscious commitment. Don't give up! You will see, there is hope and together we will discover a path to A HEALTHY MIND, A HEALTHY YOU!
Go Beyond Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Waitlist for new clients
Go Beyond Counseling, LLC offers adult individual counseling, including but not limited to: - Unresolved Trauma -Anxiety -Depression -Grief and Loss -Stress Management -Self- Esteem Issues -Conflict Resolution -Social Skills -Family Conflict. GBC is prepared to address the unique requirements of each individual and committed to developing effective interventions. Together, we will activate your personal strengths and abilities, empowering you to meet life's challenges. Our goal is to place you firmly on a positive path to growth and well-being.
Go Beyond Counseling, LLC offers adult individual counseling, including but not limited to: - Unresolved Trauma -Anxiety -Depression -Grief and Loss -Stress Management -Self- Esteem Issues -Conflict Resolution -Social Skills -Family Conflict. GBC is prepared to address the unique requirements of each individual and committed to developing effective interventions. Together, we will activate your personal strengths and abilities, empowering you to meet life's challenges. Our goal is to place you firmly on a positive path to growth and well-being.
Marilyn Gresh MSW, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Our emotional well-being is integral to our physical health. Individual or family therapy can enhance our ability to manage life's stressors, such as sudden or chronic illness, family conflicts, financial strain, or interpersonal problems, which can lead to anxiety, depression and physical maladies. Therapy is beneficial to people who struggle with a mental illness, such as clinical depression or bipolar disorder. Enhancing insight into our problems, along with the development of healthy coping skills is empowering, and can often mean the difference between facing each day with confidence or avoidance of living the best life possible.
Our emotional well-being is integral to our physical health. Individual or family therapy can enhance our ability to manage life's stressors, such as sudden or chronic illness, family conflicts, financial strain, or interpersonal problems, which can lead to anxiety, depression and physical maladies. Therapy is beneficial to people who struggle with a mental illness, such as clinical depression or bipolar disorder. Enhancing insight into our problems, along with the development of healthy coping skills is empowering, and can often mean the difference between facing each day with confidence or avoidance of living the best life possible.
My background is based in person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, & mindfulness.
All I could ask for in a client is a willingness and openness to learn and grow together in the therapeutic journey and relationship. Some of the areas of concern that we can tackle together are anxiety, intrusive thoughts, depressive symptoms, mind-body connection, existential crisis, relationship struggles, issues with communication and coping, low self-esteem, and counseling for grief/loss. Together, we will reveal the different triggers, limiting beliefs, and experiences that have molded your perspectives and reactions to things in life.
My background is based in person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, & mindfulness.
All I could ask for in a client is a willingness and openness to learn and grow together in the therapeutic journey and relationship. Some of the areas of concern that we can tackle together are anxiety, intrusive thoughts, depressive symptoms, mind-body connection, existential crisis, relationship struggles, issues with communication and coping, low self-esteem, and counseling for grief/loss. Together, we will reveal the different triggers, limiting beliefs, and experiences that have molded your perspectives and reactions to things in life.
Eli Hilman, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
If you're feeling overwhelmed or distressed and would like to enhance your well-being and deepen your self-reflection, I can help. In a non-judgmental and collaborative way, I can provide a space for self-exploration, identity development, and transformation and also help you change and feel happier by connecting to your values. As a therapist, I work with people to gain a fresh perspective on their life and on their relationships. I've successfully treated individuals on how to overcome obstacles, communicate, and live a more fulfilled and satisfying life.
If you're feeling overwhelmed or distressed and would like to enhance your well-being and deepen your self-reflection, I can help. In a non-judgmental and collaborative way, I can provide a space for self-exploration, identity development, and transformation and also help you change and feel happier by connecting to your values. As a therapist, I work with people to gain a fresh perspective on their life and on their relationships. I've successfully treated individuals on how to overcome obstacles, communicate, and live a more fulfilled and satisfying life.
Alicia Zielinski-Straub
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
My role as a counselor is to be an instrument for change. I aspire to help others reach their full potential as we transition through life's challenges together. Using a strengths-based approach, I support clients as they learn to accept existing circumstances. I assist clients in developing clarity and encourage identifying areas where one can grow personally to attain realistic goals. Together we embark upon a journey that often times explores the price of self-doubt, the importance of forgiveness, and the ability to develop increased faith, trust, and belief in oneself.
My role as a counselor is to be an instrument for change. I aspire to help others reach their full potential as we transition through life's challenges together. Using a strengths-based approach, I support clients as they learn to accept existing circumstances. I assist clients in developing clarity and encourage identifying areas where one can grow personally to attain realistic goals. Together we embark upon a journey that often times explores the price of self-doubt, the importance of forgiveness, and the ability to develop increased faith, trust, and belief in oneself.
Kristen Nicole Gleason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Welcome! Taking the step to explore therapy is no small feat, and just by being here, you’re already showing incredible courage. I’m glad you’re making this journey. With ten years of experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit, I have extensive expertise navigating the complexities of crisis, addiction, grief, and loss. I understand how overwhelming life can feel, and I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Welcome! Taking the step to explore therapy is no small feat, and just by being here, you’re already showing incredible courage. I’m glad you’re making this journey. With ten years of experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit, I have extensive expertise navigating the complexities of crisis, addiction, grief, and loss. I understand how overwhelming life can feel, and I’m here to provide a safe, supportive space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings.
Kate Ecke : The Unconventional Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Has everything gone to shit? Are you tired of the stereotypical therapy session where you talk, they take notes & you leave feeling like you just ripped open your soul for a stranger who may or may not think you’re a total wackjob? I have and that’s why I gathered a group of cool ass therapists to help you work through your shit. What we are: a group of therapists and prescribers that are cool, non-judgmental & ready to help you figure your shit out. What we offer: teletherapy sessions that are secure & on your time. What you’ll get: a session that’s focused on you & your needs.
Has everything gone to shit? Are you tired of the stereotypical therapy session where you talk, they take notes & you leave feeling like you just ripped open your soul for a stranger who may or may not think you’re a total wackjob? I have and that’s why I gathered a group of cool ass therapists to help you work through your shit. What we are: a group of therapists and prescribers that are cool, non-judgmental & ready to help you figure your shit out. What we offer: teletherapy sessions that are secure & on your time. What you’ll get: a session that’s focused on you & your needs.
Kathy Marshall King
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, LPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
My ideal client could be in any stage of addiction awareness. They might be considering whether they have a problem, whether they can stop on their own but need support, are ready to do what is necessary to stop drinking or using and sustained recovery support. There really is no ideal client, it is what the person needs at the time they are ready to ask for some help. Then we sit down and talk, and come up with an initial plan always remembering that it will probably change. I want to meet every client where he or she is in the path of recovery from addiction.
My ideal client could be in any stage of addiction awareness. They might be considering whether they have a problem, whether they can stop on their own but need support, are ready to do what is necessary to stop drinking or using and sustained recovery support. There really is no ideal client, it is what the person needs at the time they are ready to ask for some help. Then we sit down and talk, and come up with an initial plan always remembering that it will probably change. I want to meet every client where he or she is in the path of recovery from addiction.
