Parenting Therapists in Middlesex, NJ
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Christine M. Valentín
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT™
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846
Helping adults (21 +) lessen their anxiety and depression & adults navigating the confusion and grief surrounding their parent's memory loss are two types of clients I love working with.
Welcome! I specialize in working with 3- 8 year old's, individuals 21+ and adult children concerned about an aging parent. As a Play therapist and Social worker with 14 years of experience, I offer my clients who live in NJ or NY, a space where they can feel safe to open up about their inner thoughts, build courage to face their fears and learn how to let go of things like anxiety, anger and anything else that is no longer serving their mental and Spiritual well-being. My approach to working with any client is to learn about the specifics of their struggle, listen to them with patience and guide them with curiosity and compassion.
Helping adults (21 +) lessen their anxiety and depression & adults navigating the confusion and grief surrounding their parent's memory loss are two types of clients I love working with.
Welcome! I specialize in working with 3- 8 year old's, individuals 21+ and adult children concerned about an aging parent. As a Play therapist and Social worker with 14 years of experience, I offer my clients who live in NJ or NY, a space where they can feel safe to open up about their inner thoughts, build courage to face their fears and learn how to let go of things like anxiety, anger and anything else that is no longer serving their mental and Spiritual well-being. My approach to working with any client is to learn about the specifics of their struggle, listen to them with patience and guide them with curiosity and compassion.
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Anxiety Treatment Center, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846 (Online Only)
I am also a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator.
Are you constantly worrying? Do you feel like your own worse enemy? Does anxiety keep you from enjoying life? At Anxiety Treatment Center we have over 20 years experience working in the behavioral/mental health field. We have extensive training in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Anxiety can rob us of the ability to enjoy life, by avoiding situations where a panic attack may occur. Learn to better understand your thoughts, feelings and relationships. Anxiety is extremely unpleasant. Therapy can help.
I am also a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator.
Are you constantly worrying? Do you feel like your own worse enemy? Does anxiety keep you from enjoying life? At Anxiety Treatment Center we have over 20 years experience working in the behavioral/mental health field. We have extensive training in the treatment of anxiety disorders. Anxiety can rob us of the ability to enjoy life, by avoiding situations where a panic attack may occur. Learn to better understand your thoughts, feelings and relationships. Anxiety is extremely unpleasant. Therapy can help.
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I am a bilingual therapist (fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin) licensed in both Texas and New Jersey. I work collaboratively with my clients – individual, parents, couples, and families – using a relational, humanistic and client-centered therapeutic approach. As a culturally-competent and trauma-informed therapist, my priority is to create a non-judgmental, compassionate, safe, and inclusive space for all my clients. I am passionate about helping individuals recognize their possibilities, inner strengths and feel empowered.
I am a bilingual therapist (fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin) licensed in both Texas and New Jersey. I work collaboratively with my clients – individual, parents, couples, and families – using a relational, humanistic and client-centered therapeutic approach. As a culturally-competent and trauma-informed therapist, my priority is to create a non-judgmental, compassionate, safe, and inclusive space for all my clients. I am passionate about helping individuals recognize their possibilities, inner strengths and feel empowered.
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My goal is to meet clients exactly where they are and partner with them on their personal journey of exploring their gender, sexual orientation, and expanding the bounds of their relationships in the context of consensual non monogamy.
My goal is to meet clients exactly where they are and partner with them on their personal journey of exploring their gender, sexual orientation, and expanding the bounds of their relationships in the context of consensual non monogamy.
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Are you or someone you love experiencing social or emotional difficulties preventing you from accomplishing your goals and responsibilities? Are you ready to talk about your needs and take control of your life? Self-understanding and self-reflection are key elements to emotional well-being and healthy relationships. Most human being have an innate need to feel connected and validated in their experiences and emotions. In my professional practice with teens, families, and couples, I offer a therapeutic relationship which my clients can use for their own personal growth and development.
Are you or someone you love experiencing social or emotional difficulties preventing you from accomplishing your goals and responsibilities? Are you ready to talk about your needs and take control of your life? Self-understanding and self-reflection are key elements to emotional well-being and healthy relationships. Most human being have an innate need to feel connected and validated in their experiences and emotions. In my professional practice with teens, families, and couples, I offer a therapeutic relationship which my clients can use for their own personal growth and development.
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"Being challenged in life is inevitable, being defeated is optional." (R. Crawford) All too often we find ourselves in a space where it seems as though we've hit a wall. A wall of mounting emotions, and feelings we try desperately to avoid. The only way to get through it is to face it. Decide today that you are worth your time, your attention, and your money because you are! The first step towards taking control of the sadness, fear, or chaos can be as simple as a phone call. Make the call and take control today!
"Being challenged in life is inevitable, being defeated is optional." (R. Crawford) All too often we find ourselves in a space where it seems as though we've hit a wall. A wall of mounting emotions, and feelings we try desperately to avoid. The only way to get through it is to face it. Decide today that you are worth your time, your attention, and your money because you are! The first step towards taking control of the sadness, fear, or chaos can be as simple as a phone call. Make the call and take control today!
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Jonathan Harrison Kull
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Middlesex, NJ 08846 (Online Only)
If you have been stuck, or are unhappy, depressing, lonely, anxious and need someone to vent your feelings/frustrations to and process what you are going through. Or If you know that you have mental health issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD or OCD, among others and are looking for a mental health therapist to that you can talk and collaborate with to help you overcome your problems, you have come to the right person.
If you have been stuck, or are unhappy, depressing, lonely, anxious and need someone to vent your feelings/frustrations to and process what you are going through. Or If you know that you have mental health issues of anxiety, depression, ADHD or OCD, among others and are looking for a mental health therapist to that you can talk and collaborate with to help you overcome your problems, you have come to the right person.
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Being a therapist for twenty plus years, it always fascinates me to watch someone overcome their difficulties and find peace and joy in their life. I hope you will allow me to assist you in your journey! I have experience working with individuals, couples and families and have been trained in a wide variety of techniques. I utilize an eclectic approach and the methods are driven by your needs. I have a direct, nurturing approach and feel that a good relationship between us is crucial to the therapeutic process.
Being a therapist for twenty plus years, it always fascinates me to watch someone overcome their difficulties and find peace and joy in their life. I hope you will allow me to assist you in your journey! I have experience working with individuals, couples and families and have been trained in a wide variety of techniques. I utilize an eclectic approach and the methods are driven by your needs. I have a direct, nurturing approach and feel that a good relationship between us is crucial to the therapeutic process.
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Lena Elaine Gilman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT , CRM, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846
Waitlist for new clients
Ideals are encouraging yet present challenges of their own. Unmet expectations often lead to feelings of loneliness, depression & anxiety. Do you care “too much” and feel deeply? Admirable traits, which overspent create dissatisfaction. How to find the balance, is the pinnacle question. Understanding and capitalizing upon experiences strengths & deficits, all the integral parts of us, is not always easy. Each individuals' journey is unique, and integrating all components yields the most authentic and comprehensive self. In therapy expect judgement-free self exploration supported by hope, insight, and skills development.
Ideals are encouraging yet present challenges of their own. Unmet expectations often lead to feelings of loneliness, depression & anxiety. Do you care “too much” and feel deeply? Admirable traits, which overspent create dissatisfaction. How to find the balance, is the pinnacle question. Understanding and capitalizing upon experiences strengths & deficits, all the integral parts of us, is not always easy. Each individuals' journey is unique, and integrating all components yields the most authentic and comprehensive self. In therapy expect judgement-free self exploration supported by hope, insight, and skills development.
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Life may feel overwhelming right now. Between school or work, relationships, and social media, it’s a lot to handle. You might be feeling anxious, sad, or stressed more often than you’d like, and maybe it’s hard to talk about it. You might be feeling irritable, taking it out on people, or just need someone to help you figure out why it's happening and how to feel better. Thoughts and emotions can be heavy, and managing them is hard sometimes.
Life may feel overwhelming right now. Between school or work, relationships, and social media, it’s a lot to handle. You might be feeling anxious, sad, or stressed more often than you’d like, and maybe it’s hard to talk about it. You might be feeling irritable, taking it out on people, or just need someone to help you figure out why it's happening and how to feel better. Thoughts and emotions can be heavy, and managing them is hard sometimes.
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Dan Blum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846 (Online Only)
Are you tired of feeling like you have no control in your life? The topics discussed in therapy and pace will be up to you. We can help you find the best coping skills appropriate to your needs. We can also help improve your communication skills to more effectively handle problems within any relationship. Together we can tackle anything you may be struggling with. My priority is to help you become the best version of yourself. No matter what may be going on in your life, I promise to offer a non-judgmental and non-biased space for you at the speed you're comfortable with.
Are you tired of feeling like you have no control in your life? The topics discussed in therapy and pace will be up to you. We can help you find the best coping skills appropriate to your needs. We can also help improve your communication skills to more effectively handle problems within any relationship. Together we can tackle anything you may be struggling with. My priority is to help you become the best version of yourself. No matter what may be going on in your life, I promise to offer a non-judgmental and non-biased space for you at the speed you're comfortable with.
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Jasmina Anandpara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Middlesex, NJ 08846 (Online Only)
Namaste, a small introduction to what I do, who I am and where I come from. I am a bilingual, bi-cultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my Masters degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I began my path as a Social Worker to help people be the best version of themselves. I have many years of experience providing individuals with tools to overcome any obstacles they are facing. As a LCSW of South Asian decent, I understand the cultural nuances, generational trauma and cultural identity struggles that many people experience.
Namaste, a small introduction to what I do, who I am and where I come from. I am a bilingual, bi-cultural Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my Masters degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I began my path as a Social Worker to help people be the best version of themselves. I have many years of experience providing individuals with tools to overcome any obstacles they are facing. As a LCSW of South Asian decent, I understand the cultural nuances, generational trauma and cultural identity struggles that many people experience.
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Laura Lekocevic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Middlesex, NJ 08846 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m Laura Lekocevic, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping adults navigate difficult moments in their lives. My passion is to provide a safe, caring and healing environment. I team up with you to identify approaches that lead you in a positive direction.
Welcome! I’m Laura Lekocevic, a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping adults navigate difficult moments in their lives. My passion is to provide a safe, caring and healing environment. I team up with you to identify approaches that lead you in a positive direction.
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Going to therapy can be an uncomfortable experience and even scary at times and I can provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I recognize that everyone’s struggle is unique and no one is immune from hardship so they may need help managing life stressors and relationships. Sometimes these struggles can also turn into shame or not feeling good enough. As an Arab Muslim American, I can help clients through a cultural and faith-based lens tackle anxious or depressive feelings. My background and experience ensure I can provide comprehensive and culturally responsive mental health care.
Going to therapy can be an uncomfortable experience and even scary at times and I can provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I recognize that everyone’s struggle is unique and no one is immune from hardship so they may need help managing life stressors and relationships. Sometimes these struggles can also turn into shame or not feeling good enough. As an Arab Muslim American, I can help clients through a cultural and faith-based lens tackle anxious or depressive feelings. My background and experience ensure I can provide comprehensive and culturally responsive mental health care.
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Accepting New Clients. Welcome. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with: anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and trauma. I also have a particular interest in working with those who struggle with self-esteem, self-expression, relationships, stress, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and medical challenges. I have always been passionate about helping people reach their personal goals and find their inner peace.
Accepting New Clients. Welcome. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, adults, and families dealing with: anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, and trauma. I also have a particular interest in working with those who struggle with self-esteem, self-expression, relationships, stress, anxiety, OCD, trauma, and medical challenges. I have always been passionate about helping people reach their personal goals and find their inner peace.
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We're accepting new clients! Is life becoming overwhelming, troublesome and your concerns are too much to tolerate? Sometimes our struggles can cause so much burden that we isolate, get trapped in our feelings and pick up on unhelpful coping methods. Sometimes it can be too much to turn to others and we may feel even more alone or even afraid to ask for help. I’m here to offer support. No matter how big or small the concern, all your worries are valid. I offer an open and comforting environment to help maintain your well being and work through the burdens. I hope to help you overcome your struggles. Reach out for more!
We're accepting new clients! Is life becoming overwhelming, troublesome and your concerns are too much to tolerate? Sometimes our struggles can cause so much burden that we isolate, get trapped in our feelings and pick up on unhelpful coping methods. Sometimes it can be too much to turn to others and we may feel even more alone or even afraid to ask for help. I’m here to offer support. No matter how big or small the concern, all your worries are valid. I offer an open and comforting environment to help maintain your well being and work through the burdens. I hope to help you overcome your struggles. Reach out for more!
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Rev. Carrie May Price-Knospe
Pastoral Counselor, MA, Lic, Clinic, Pastor, Counsel
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middlesex, NJ 08846
If you are searching for a counselor who will help you heal and be free from anxiety , depression , addictions or a strong faith based counselor to help you navigate through your current situation with wisdom and tools , I am the one for you . I have been counseling since 2009 in an array of different venues from trauma centered therapy to addiction homes for men and women . Our counsel is effective and unique because we use inner healing , therapy and intense spiritual freedom work . I am the counselor you will get results for you, your Marraige and family will be changed for generations.
If you are searching for a counselor who will help you heal and be free from anxiety , depression , addictions or a strong faith based counselor to help you navigate through your current situation with wisdom and tools , I am the one for you . I have been counseling since 2009 in an array of different venues from trauma centered therapy to addiction homes for men and women . Our counsel is effective and unique because we use inner healing , therapy and intense spiritual freedom work . I am the counselor you will get results for you, your Marraige and family will be changed for generations.
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Curren M. Whitfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Piscataway, NJ 08854
I understand that a child who struggles at home or school with strong emotions or behavioral challenges, requires a lot of time and attention, seems angry, withdrawn, sensitive, or just doesn’t seem themselves, may leave a parent feeling frustrated, worried and exhausted. You want your child to do well and be happy, but you're unsure what will help. It can be difficult to find the right resources to address: low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, behavioral outbursts, and difficulty maintaining positive relationships. I specialize in working with children ages 3+ to improve functioning and establish healthy family connection.
I understand that a child who struggles at home or school with strong emotions or behavioral challenges, requires a lot of time and attention, seems angry, withdrawn, sensitive, or just doesn’t seem themselves, may leave a parent feeling frustrated, worried and exhausted. You want your child to do well and be happy, but you're unsure what will help. It can be difficult to find the right resources to address: low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, behavioral outbursts, and difficulty maintaining positive relationships. I specialize in working with children ages 3+ to improve functioning and establish healthy family connection.
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Lori Schreuders-Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Warren, NJ 07059
I have an eclectic, holistic, and attachment focused approach to treatment which is rooted in Psychodynamic theory and includes play therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Expressive Arts, CBT, Mind, Body, and trauma informed interventions.
Whether I am working with a child or an adult, my primary goal is to help to create a safe space for them to identify, explore and manage the emotions and behaviors that are impeding their potential for living a healthier and happy life. I have extensive training and experience working with children and adults who have experienced trauma. Though often feeling depleted and unrecognized, I have seen, untapped, and helped to recover incredible strengths in my clients. Much of my work begins with identifying and supporting those strengths in an effort to overcome and heal from the issues that are creating challenges in their lives.
I have an eclectic, holistic, and attachment focused approach to treatment which is rooted in Psychodynamic theory and includes play therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Expressive Arts, CBT, Mind, Body, and trauma informed interventions.
Whether I am working with a child or an adult, my primary goal is to help to create a safe space for them to identify, explore and manage the emotions and behaviors that are impeding their potential for living a healthier and happy life. I have extensive training and experience working with children and adults who have experienced trauma. Though often feeling depleted and unrecognized, I have seen, untapped, and helped to recover incredible strengths in my clients. Much of my work begins with identifying and supporting those strengths in an effort to overcome and heal from the issues that are creating challenges in their lives.
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Sania Siddiqui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Martinsville, NJ 08836 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation eldest Muslim- Pakistani daughter, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work, specifically parent-child, family and sibling relationships.
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation eldest Muslim- Pakistani daughter, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work, specifically parent-child, family and sibling relationships.
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Parenting Therapists
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.