Depression Therapists in Merchantville, NJ
Judyann McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merchantville, NJ 08109
Specialty areas include: trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, women's issues such as breast cancer/reconstruction.
I have close to 25 years of experience as a therapist, clinical supervisor and social worker. After all of these years, I remain 100% motivated in assisting my clients with getting them to where they want to be their in lives. I have had a very interesting and diverse career serving families, adolescents/children and couples in various settings. My extensive experience, training, and skill sets help my clients achieve their treatment goals which leads them to having healthier and happier lives. Also, I was previously in the military and love working with that population and their families.
Specialty areas include: trauma, abuse, anxiety, depression, personality disorders, women's issues such as breast cancer/reconstruction.
I have close to 25 years of experience as a therapist, clinical supervisor and social worker. After all of these years, I remain 100% motivated in assisting my clients with getting them to where they want to be their in lives. I have had a very interesting and diverse career serving families, adolescents/children and couples in various settings. My extensive experience, training, and skill sets help my clients achieve their treatment goals which leads them to having healthier and happier lives. Also, I was previously in the military and love working with that population and their families.
Katherine LeCompte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Merchantville, NJ 08109 (Online Only)
I am an advanced clinician with years of experience and specialized certifications to work with adult clients to treat anxiety, trauma and PTSD, shame, depression, and grief.
Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you have anxiety, or feel checked out. Maybe your past is shadowing your present and you feel lost. Or maybe you struggle with difficult emotions such as anger, fear, shame, or grief. These things can be difficult to talk about. I work with adults who want to heal, and my specialty is treating anxiety, trauma, and grief. I can help you move toward a more peaceful place and my mission is to help you feel safe, seen, heard and understood. Therapy is a bridge to your most authentic self.
I am an advanced clinician with years of experience and specialized certifications to work with adult clients to treat anxiety, trauma and PTSD, shame, depression, and grief.
Maybe you are feeling overwhelmed. Maybe you have anxiety, or feel checked out. Maybe your past is shadowing your present and you feel lost. Or maybe you struggle with difficult emotions such as anger, fear, shame, or grief. These things can be difficult to talk about. I work with adults who want to heal, and my specialty is treating anxiety, trauma, and grief. I can help you move toward a more peaceful place and my mission is to help you feel safe, seen, heard and understood. Therapy is a bridge to your most authentic self.
Paula L Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
Merchantville, NJ 08109
My work focuses on awareness, life experience, emotional release and the healing of depression, anxiety, trauma, life-changes and child-of-origin issues.
Life transitions, anxiety, & trauma affect each person differently. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, 1984), Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy practitioner (2004), and 3-time breast cancer survivor it is my goal to guide and support each person's potential. Each day I feel honored, grateful and blessed to listen and participate in each personal story on your healing journey. As an e-RYT expert-Registered Yoga Teacher (teaching since 1972), A body-mind-spirit orientation and the person-in-environment all inform a holistic perspective. I am using Sue Johnson's EFT (Emotionally-Focused Therapy), to work with couples .
My work focuses on awareness, life experience, emotional release and the healing of depression, anxiety, trauma, life-changes and child-of-origin issues.
Life transitions, anxiety, & trauma affect each person differently. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, 1984), Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy practitioner (2004), and 3-time breast cancer survivor it is my goal to guide and support each person's potential. Each day I feel honored, grateful and blessed to listen and participate in each personal story on your healing journey. As an e-RYT expert-Registered Yoga Teacher (teaching since 1972), A body-mind-spirit orientation and the person-in-environment all inform a holistic perspective. I am using Sue Johnson's EFT (Emotionally-Focused Therapy), to work with couples .
Don Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Merchantville, NJ 08109 (Online Only)
Even strong men struggle. And most times we struggle in silence and suffer alone because we have not been taught the language of emotions. So we retreat into a cave of isolation to process the complexities of life and get lost in that darkness because we do not know how to ask for help. And when a man cannot find the answers to life's dilemnas, he loses his sense of worth and falls into addictions to medicate the pain of depression. And the whole family suffers because he is present but not engaged. And that pathology becomes the only legacy we leave for our wives, sons and daughters.
Even strong men struggle. And most times we struggle in silence and suffer alone because we have not been taught the language of emotions. So we retreat into a cave of isolation to process the complexities of life and get lost in that darkness because we do not know how to ask for help. And when a man cannot find the answers to life's dilemnas, he loses his sense of worth and falls into addictions to medicate the pain of depression. And the whole family suffers because he is present but not engaged. And that pathology becomes the only legacy we leave for our wives, sons and daughters.
Annie (Natalie) Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Merchantville, NJ 08109
This gentle process of listening is helpful with many issues: co-dependency, trust, action blocks, grief, relationship patterns, painful patterns of behavior, unlived desires, depression, work dissatisfaction/career, opening to love, unworthiness, spirituality, intimacy, ob/gyn issues.
My work combines psychoanalytic therapy with helping people learn how to listen to the unique and creative way in which our body carries wisdom, information and unprocessed experiences. It is important for us to tell the story of what has happened to us and to have our stories held in a compassionate manner. If we already know our story and find ourselves still stuck in old behaviors, thoughts and patterns, then learning to listen and experience how our bodies hold meaning for what's still unresolved or unknown is a valuable skill.
This gentle process of listening is helpful with many issues: co-dependency, trust, action blocks, grief, relationship patterns, painful patterns of behavior, unlived desires, depression, work dissatisfaction/career, opening to love, unworthiness, spirituality, intimacy, ob/gyn issues.
My work combines psychoanalytic therapy with helping people learn how to listen to the unique and creative way in which our body carries wisdom, information and unprocessed experiences. It is important for us to tell the story of what has happened to us and to have our stories held in a compassionate manner. If we already know our story and find ourselves still stuck in old behaviors, thoughts and patterns, then learning to listen and experience how our bodies hold meaning for what's still unresolved or unknown is a valuable skill.
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Overwhelming experiences can leave us feeling anxious, doubtful and depressed. This may be right after the experience or some time later. I provide a safe, supportive relationship in order to help resolve those difficult feelings, but also to find a deeper understanding of the impact trauma had on you and your path to healing and thriving. I am available for telehealth in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, DC, Georgia, Illinois Kansas Kentucky Maine Maryland Minnesota Missouri Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia West Virginia, Wisconsin
Overwhelming experiences can leave us feeling anxious, doubtful and depressed. This may be right after the experience or some time later. I provide a safe, supportive relationship in order to help resolve those difficult feelings, but also to find a deeper understanding of the impact trauma had on you and your path to healing and thriving. I am available for telehealth in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, DC, Georgia, Illinois Kansas Kentucky Maine Maryland Minnesota Missouri Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey North Carolina Ohio Oklahoma Pennsylvania Tennessee Texas Utah Virginia West Virginia, Wisconsin
Rod J Herrera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08108
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I also see people who are depressed or anxious.
Why is it difficult to call a stranger for help, for counseling? Most likely because the caller is vulnerable and sometimes it is hard to ask for help. My goal, as a therapist, is to explore ways with my clients to help them get past what it is that is troubling them. I want to help my clients build a bridge to a healthier future.
I also see people who are depressed or anxious.
Why is it difficult to call a stranger for help, for counseling? Most likely because the caller is vulnerable and sometimes it is hard to ask for help. My goal, as a therapist, is to explore ways with my clients to help them get past what it is that is troubling them. I want to help my clients build a bridge to a healthier future.
Emily Doskow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Online Only)
Starting your search for a therapist marks a significant step forward. I work with preteens, adolescents, college students, and adults. My training and clinical specialties include complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and effects of stress on daily functioning at any age. I work with clients who may feel stuck, isolated, and blocked from engaging in life. Throughout life one faces milestones and expectations that may exacerbate past traumas, poor self-image, and ways of coping that feel uncontrollable. I believe that even the most intimate aspects of one's life can be safely explored through the therapeutic proceess.
Starting your search for a therapist marks a significant step forward. I work with preteens, adolescents, college students, and adults. My training and clinical specialties include complex trauma, depression, anxiety, and effects of stress on daily functioning at any age. I work with clients who may feel stuck, isolated, and blocked from engaging in life. Throughout life one faces milestones and expectations that may exacerbate past traumas, poor self-image, and ways of coping that feel uncontrollable. I believe that even the most intimate aspects of one's life can be safely explored through the therapeutic proceess.
My background includes LGBTQ individuals and families who experience anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, PTSD and family conflict.
I believe we should all have access to a space where we can be open and honest with who we are and what we need to thrive. It is important to me that I support individuals in cultivating such a space with safety and freedom of feelings, thoughts and emotions. We all deserve a chance to thrive in life and find some sense of peace and understanding of experiences that make us who we are. I am here to challenge any notions that you cannot be your best self and find solace in that.
My background includes LGBTQ individuals and families who experience anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, PTSD and family conflict.
I believe we should all have access to a space where we can be open and honest with who we are and what we need to thrive. It is important to me that I support individuals in cultivating such a space with safety and freedom of feelings, thoughts and emotions. We all deserve a chance to thrive in life and find some sense of peace and understanding of experiences that make us who we are. I am here to challenge any notions that you cannot be your best self and find solace in that.
Diane D’Agostino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Haddon Township, NJ 08108 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families. I currently work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges that are preventing them from living their best life.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience working with individuals and families. I currently work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and other challenges that are preventing them from living their best life.
My specialties include but are not limited to: including Anxiety, Depression, School Issues, Oppositional Behaviors, Anger Management, ADHD, Trauma (PTSD), grief/loss, Autism spectrum, gender/sexual identity and substance use.
Hi, my name is Lindsay Gonzalez, and I have worked with children, adolescents and families for the past 14 years. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey, and also supervise aspiring Master Social Workers through their process to become licensed. I am an alumni of Monmouth University, where I graduated with my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. I consider myself a very creative person and enjoy the challenge of looking for ways to use a client’s interests to engage them in therapy. I will provide your family or child with an empathic and non-judgmental space, as we work together in reaching your goals.
My specialties include but are not limited to: including Anxiety, Depression, School Issues, Oppositional Behaviors, Anger Management, ADHD, Trauma (PTSD), grief/loss, Autism spectrum, gender/sexual identity and substance use.
Hi, my name is Lindsay Gonzalez, and I have worked with children, adolescents and families for the past 14 years. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey, and also supervise aspiring Master Social Workers through their process to become licensed. I am an alumni of Monmouth University, where I graduated with my Bachelors and Masters in Social Work. I consider myself a very creative person and enjoy the challenge of looking for ways to use a client’s interests to engage them in therapy. I will provide your family or child with an empathic and non-judgmental space, as we work together in reaching your goals.
The Motivational Counseling Ctr Of New Jersey LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Online Only)
We work with a wide range of clients experiencing many of the following mental health issues: Major Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Family or interpersonal conflicts, vocational or work related concerns, anger management, difficulty making decisions, personal self development and offer a diverse array of therapeutic approaches designed to suit your needs.
Welcome to the Motivational Counseling Center of New Jersey. Our office specializes in working with you to improve your overall mental health and wellbeing. We work closely with our clients to build their motivation, self efficacy and resilience needed to set and work towards goals. Our philosophy is that enhancing meaning and personal empowerment is just as important as treatment of mental illness. It is believed that therapy can be used to not only help reduce your symptoms but grant you improved ability to identify your values, reduce ambivalence towards making needed changes in order to achieve what is most important to you.
We work with a wide range of clients experiencing many of the following mental health issues: Major Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Family or interpersonal conflicts, vocational or work related concerns, anger management, difficulty making decisions, personal self development and offer a diverse array of therapeutic approaches designed to suit your needs.
Welcome to the Motivational Counseling Center of New Jersey. Our office specializes in working with you to improve your overall mental health and wellbeing. We work closely with our clients to build their motivation, self efficacy and resilience needed to set and work towards goals. Our philosophy is that enhancing meaning and personal empowerment is just as important as treatment of mental illness. It is believed that therapy can be used to not only help reduce your symptoms but grant you improved ability to identify your values, reduce ambivalence towards making needed changes in order to achieve what is most important to you.
Jennifer Sparks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Online Only)
With over 18 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief and trauma.
Sometimes life's circumstances can become really challenging, and you may feel the need to reach out for some support. The therapeutic relationship we build together is a critical component of how effective this can be for you. I offer a safe and supportive place for you to share exactly what is going on so that I can fully understand. From there, we can work together to find ways to initiate positive changes in your life.
With over 18 years of experience, I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief and trauma.
Sometimes life's circumstances can become really challenging, and you may feel the need to reach out for some support. The therapeutic relationship we build together is a critical component of how effective this can be for you. I offer a safe and supportive place for you to share exactly what is going on so that I can fully understand. From there, we can work together to find ways to initiate positive changes in your life.
I treat a wide range of difficulties, including depression, stress, anxiety and life transitions.
I believe that a clear, focused, relaxed and lucid mind is the best instrument for self-discovery and healing. Using a combination of meditation, mindfulness and cognitive methods, I help individuals to attain deep inner awareness of one's mind and body and deep outer awareness of the external world. I believe that the resolution of many of life's problems becomes apparent when we open our minds to our own unrecognized thoughts, feelings, and sensations. I believe that contentment can arise only as a result of a basic honesty and acceptance of oneself.
I treat a wide range of difficulties, including depression, stress, anxiety and life transitions.
I believe that a clear, focused, relaxed and lucid mind is the best instrument for self-discovery and healing. Using a combination of meditation, mindfulness and cognitive methods, I help individuals to attain deep inner awareness of one's mind and body and deep outer awareness of the external world. I believe that the resolution of many of life's problems becomes apparent when we open our minds to our own unrecognized thoughts, feelings, and sensations. I believe that contentment can arise only as a result of a basic honesty and acceptance of oneself.
Tara Brophy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
Haddon Township, NJ 08108
Life as we know presents us with many challenges, and some are often difficult to navigate through alone. I have a special interest working with adults and adolescents who are struggling particularly with anger, anxiety, depression and/or self esteem issues. I believe in exploring unhelpful thoughts, beliefs and patterns that continue to promote unpleasant feelings and self sabotage. I can assist you with developing positive self care; increased insight, healthy boundaries, better communication and strategies to manage stress better.
Life as we know presents us with many challenges, and some are often difficult to navigate through alone. I have a special interest working with adults and adolescents who are struggling particularly with anger, anxiety, depression and/or self esteem issues. I believe in exploring unhelpful thoughts, beliefs and patterns that continue to promote unpleasant feelings and self sabotage. I can assist you with developing positive self care; increased insight, healthy boundaries, better communication and strategies to manage stress better.
Carolyn A Stephens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Online Only)
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in NJ with 20 years of experience in providing counseling services to adolescents and adults. I specialize in assisting individuals in managing symptoms related to health conditions that affect their emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and addiction. I have assisted clients, including veterans and their families, with stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and symptoms related to posttraumatic stress disorder. Additionally, I specialize in supporting individuals through life changes and facilitating successful transitions.
Book with me now by clicking on my website. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in NJ with 20 years of experience in providing counseling services to adolescents and adults. I specialize in assisting individuals in managing symptoms related to health conditions that affect their emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and addiction. I have assisted clients, including veterans and their families, with stress, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, depression, and symptoms related to posttraumatic stress disorder. Additionally, I specialize in supporting individuals through life changes and facilitating successful transitions.
Common issues are: depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationships, addictions, codepedency, self-image & self-worth, abuse, spiritual concerns, loss of faith, etc.
At LFC our core values are described in the acronym of R.E.A.C.H. R = Relationships: building a healthy relationship with Jesus to have healthy relationship with others. E = Empathy & Compassion: all our counselors have experienced their own trials and tribulations in life. A = Acceptance: We believe God created us all uniquely and all individuals respond differently to their environment, others and situations. C = Confidentiality: confidentiality is of utmost importance. H = Healing: the ultimate goal in our counseling is to bring healing to mind, body and spirit.
Common issues are: depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationships, addictions, codepedency, self-image & self-worth, abuse, spiritual concerns, loss of faith, etc.
At LFC our core values are described in the acronym of R.E.A.C.H. R = Relationships: building a healthy relationship with Jesus to have healthy relationship with others. E = Empathy & Compassion: all our counselors have experienced their own trials and tribulations in life. A = Acceptance: We believe God created us all uniquely and all individuals respond differently to their environment, others and situations. C = Confidentiality: confidentiality is of utmost importance. H = Healing: the ultimate goal in our counseling is to bring healing to mind, body and spirit.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
Candice S Watkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
If you have trauma that has been chasing you and you're tired of running, I can support you in minimizing the effect that trauma has on you so that you can move forward. If anxiety or depression are with you, I can support you with tried and true strategies to manage them. If you're a parent and you're struggling with communication with your teenager, I can support you and your teen with getting on the same page and having a better relationship. If you are an adult with ADHD or you're a parent of a child with ADHD, we will work together as you understand your diagnosis and how to manage symptoms - I got you!
If you have trauma that has been chasing you and you're tired of running, I can support you in minimizing the effect that trauma has on you so that you can move forward. If anxiety or depression are with you, I can support you with tried and true strategies to manage them. If you're a parent and you're struggling with communication with your teenager, I can support you and your teen with getting on the same page and having a better relationship. If you are an adult with ADHD or you're a parent of a child with ADHD, we will work together as you understand your diagnosis and how to manage symptoms - I got you!
Lisa Marie Munn
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC, CGP, DBT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Together we can start your journey! I have many years of successful licensed clinical counseling experience in the field of Alcohol and SUD, Anxiety and Depression, Grief Counseling, Anger Management, Couples Counseling, Trauma Counseling, and Co-Occurring Disorders. My focus is on Adult Patients (21+) who continue to struggle with PTSD, feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, who continue to grieve, or who continue to struggle with abstaining from alcohol and substance use. Taking that first step in the right direction is the beginning of your journey. It is time to make time for yourself and focus on the "here and now."
Together we can start your journey! I have many years of successful licensed clinical counseling experience in the field of Alcohol and SUD, Anxiety and Depression, Grief Counseling, Anger Management, Couples Counseling, Trauma Counseling, and Co-Occurring Disorders. My focus is on Adult Patients (21+) who continue to struggle with PTSD, feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, who continue to grieve, or who continue to struggle with abstaining from alcohol and substance use. Taking that first step in the right direction is the beginning of your journey. It is time to make time for yourself and focus on the "here and now."
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.