LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Morris Plains, NJ
My name is Stuart Cohen, for the past 30+ years I’ve worked to be a skillful, effective and compassionate therapist for children, adolescents and adults. I’ve participated in advanced training and use a variety of evidence based techniques to help clients. These methods include: Family Therapy, Beck Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, David Burns TEAM Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gottman Marital Therapy, Gottman Emotion Coaching, CAMS suicide assessment, Michenbaum’s trauma informed CBT. I’ve also completed the Rutgers Advanced Certificate in Social Work for People With Developmental Disabilities.
My name is Stuart Cohen, for the past 30+ years I’ve worked to be a skillful, effective and compassionate therapist for children, adolescents and adults. I’ve participated in advanced training and use a variety of evidence based techniques to help clients. These methods include: Family Therapy, Beck Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, David Burns TEAM Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Gottman Marital Therapy, Gottman Emotion Coaching, CAMS suicide assessment, Michenbaum’s trauma informed CBT. I’ve also completed the Rutgers Advanced Certificate in Social Work for People With Developmental Disabilities.
Evan Farrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950 (Online Only)
Hello there! I am a dually licensed therapist, licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, working via telehealth with clients located anywhere in the state of New Jersey. I accept individual adults of all ages, many of which come in to address problems related to: addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, communication, behavioral issues.
Hello there! I am a dually licensed therapist, licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and as a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, working via telehealth with clients located anywhere in the state of New Jersey. I accept individual adults of all ages, many of which come in to address problems related to: addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, communication, behavioral issues.
Keri Wyrwa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950 (Online Only)
Taking the first step towards finding a therapist can often be the hardest. It is the first step of feeling vulnerable and open to help. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to be themselves and fully engage in the therapeutic experience. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and depression. Many of the individuals I work with have difficulty managing their feelings, keeping their thoughts organized, and achieving positive change. My goal for my clients is to help them identify what is challenging them and develop a plan to achieve that positive change you are seeking.
Taking the first step towards finding a therapist can often be the hardest. It is the first step of feeling vulnerable and open to help. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space for clients to be themselves and fully engage in the therapeutic experience. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and depression. Many of the individuals I work with have difficulty managing their feelings, keeping their thoughts organized, and achieving positive change. My goal for my clients is to help them identify what is challenging them and develop a plan to achieve that positive change you are seeking.
Gail Belluardo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
I enjoy working with clients with a variety of issues. These include anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, parenting, sexual abuse, identity issues, employment, menopause, spirituality and assertiveness. Every person is unique so I focus on helping them realize their strengths as well as the areas they would like to grow and develop in. My approach is positive and affirmative. As a result of my comprehensive training, I am able to tailor therapy to each individual's needs and desires.
I enjoy working with clients with a variety of issues. These include anxiety, depression, stress, relationship issues, parenting, sexual abuse, identity issues, employment, menopause, spirituality and assertiveness. Every person is unique so I focus on helping them realize their strengths as well as the areas they would like to grow and develop in. My approach is positive and affirmative. As a result of my comprehensive training, I am able to tailor therapy to each individual's needs and desires.
Do you need help coping with life's challenges? I provide a warm, safe and caring environment to help you define your personal goals and develop skills to manage depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, alcohol or drug use concerns.
Do you need help coping with life's challenges? I provide a warm, safe and caring environment to help you define your personal goals and develop skills to manage depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, alcohol or drug use concerns.
Paige Ellen Oszmanski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
A positive relationship with a therapist involves trust and a feeling of being understood. I work with individuals, families and couples. My specialties include adults, children, play therapy, adolescents, divorce, occupational difficulties, anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, relationships. I help my clients to better understand themselves, their life situations and their relationships. It is through this understanding and caring where growth and change can occur. The goal for our work together is for clients to develop their unique strengths, make good choices for themselves and move towards living a more fulfilling life.
A positive relationship with a therapist involves trust and a feeling of being understood. I work with individuals, families and couples. My specialties include adults, children, play therapy, adolescents, divorce, occupational difficulties, anxiety, depression, loss, self-esteem, relationships. I help my clients to better understand themselves, their life situations and their relationships. It is through this understanding and caring where growth and change can occur. The goal for our work together is for clients to develop their unique strengths, make good choices for themselves and move towards living a more fulfilling life.
Karyn Reader
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
I work with adults and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, medical problems, losses, work-related issues, affairs, anger, intimacy issues, low self esteem, communication and other relationship problems. I know how hard it is to make that first phone call and open up to a complete stranger, but what most people experience in my office with me from the start is warmth, interest, understanding and hope. I have 30+ years of experience and extensive post-graduate training. The therapy relationship is key to a comfortable, caring and safe place that fosters insight, growth and change.
I work with adults and couples dealing with depression, anxiety, medical problems, losses, work-related issues, affairs, anger, intimacy issues, low self esteem, communication and other relationship problems. I know how hard it is to make that first phone call and open up to a complete stranger, but what most people experience in my office with me from the start is warmth, interest, understanding and hope. I have 30+ years of experience and extensive post-graduate training. The therapy relationship is key to a comfortable, caring and safe place that fosters insight, growth and change.
Laurie Engel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950 (Online Only)
My 25 years of experience includes working with adults in the partial care, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. In a comfortable, non-judgmental atmosphere, I work collaboratively with clients to help them improve their coping skills, problem solving skills and increase motivation for change. I support the change process whether it relates to such issues as substance abuse,marital problems, poor communication in the family, depression or anxiety. I offer practical strategies to cope with every day life such as anger management techniques, assertiveness skills training, and communication and relaxation techniques.
My 25 years of experience includes working with adults in the partial care, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. In a comfortable, non-judgmental atmosphere, I work collaboratively with clients to help them improve their coping skills, problem solving skills and increase motivation for change. I support the change process whether it relates to such issues as substance abuse,marital problems, poor communication in the family, depression or anxiety. I offer practical strategies to cope with every day life such as anger management techniques, assertiveness skills training, and communication and relaxation techniques.
I often hear from clients that they appreciate how radically nonjudgmental I am in our work. I believe that everyone does the best that they are able to, with what they know. I am an active therapist, who provides praise and positive feedback often, but I also hold clients accountable in an effort to assist them in reaching their goals. Clients report that they feel as if they make progress in each session, due to our focus on creating and attaining small and realistic goals. My practice also focuses on supporting parents of adult children with eating disorders, and providing level of care and treatment placement consultations.
I often hear from clients that they appreciate how radically nonjudgmental I am in our work. I believe that everyone does the best that they are able to, with what they know. I am an active therapist, who provides praise and positive feedback often, but I also hold clients accountable in an effort to assist them in reaching their goals. Clients report that they feel as if they make progress in each session, due to our focus on creating and attaining small and realistic goals. My practice also focuses on supporting parents of adult children with eating disorders, and providing level of care and treatment placement consultations.
Lisa Marie Drew
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Lisa! Are you someone with personal goals and professional aspirations, but imposter syndrome takes hold despite your efforts to achieve your dreams, and the fear of failure paralyzes you? Maybe you're like many of the folks I work with who ruminate over the past or anxiously plan their future to avoid mistakes and risk revealing their secret: You don't have it all together. You long for acceptance and deep connections, but instead, your relationships are fraught with drama and people who lack emotional maturity.
Hi, I'm Lisa! Are you someone with personal goals and professional aspirations, but imposter syndrome takes hold despite your efforts to achieve your dreams, and the fear of failure paralyzes you? Maybe you're like many of the folks I work with who ruminate over the past or anxiously plan their future to avoid mistakes and risk revealing their secret: You don't have it all together. You long for acceptance and deep connections, but instead, your relationships are fraught with drama and people who lack emotional maturity.
We're living in a very fast paced and complicated world so it's not hard to understand why so many people are struggling with anxiety, depression and loneliness. Just dealing with relationships, or jobs or families (not to mention the state of the world) can feel extremely overwhelming. When we keep difficult feelings inside us, they tend to manifest in unhealthy ways. Depression and anxiety are the result of years of bottled feelings. Tension held in the body can cause a myriad of health conditions. By talking to a caring, non-judgmental therapist you can start the process of healing. You deserve to have the best life you can.
We're living in a very fast paced and complicated world so it's not hard to understand why so many people are struggling with anxiety, depression and loneliness. Just dealing with relationships, or jobs or families (not to mention the state of the world) can feel extremely overwhelming. When we keep difficult feelings inside us, they tend to manifest in unhealthy ways. Depression and anxiety are the result of years of bottled feelings. Tension held in the body can cause a myriad of health conditions. By talking to a caring, non-judgmental therapist you can start the process of healing. You deserve to have the best life you can.
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Nicole Peluso
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
At an early age, I knew I wanted to help individuals work through difficult emotions and stressful situations. I've learned through the years, by changing our inner self-talk & learning coping skills to better deal with life stressors & past traumas, we can begin to live a happy, freeing, peaceful life. I am here for you; I provide a safe space with a trusting, non-judgmental, empathetic rapport that will help you feel comfortable in being vulnerable. I empower my clients & help them aspire to live their best lives by focusing on their strengths & providing coping skills to improve their quality of life!
At an early age, I knew I wanted to help individuals work through difficult emotions and stressful situations. I've learned through the years, by changing our inner self-talk & learning coping skills to better deal with life stressors & past traumas, we can begin to live a happy, freeing, peaceful life. I am here for you; I provide a safe space with a trusting, non-judgmental, empathetic rapport that will help you feel comfortable in being vulnerable. I empower my clients & help them aspire to live their best lives by focusing on their strengths & providing coping skills to improve their quality of life!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Have other therapists failed you? did you fail to make a connection? If you answered yes you are looking at the right profile. Life affects us all, we have good and bad experiences. At times our issues may affect our ability to get the most out of life. I provide a safe non-judgmental environment, allowing you to express yourself while offering feed-back. I am a firm believer that effective communication is essential to overcoming many challenges. I also work with clients struggling with anger management and am willing to work with people who are court-mandated. No offering virtual Video sessions online.
Have other therapists failed you? did you fail to make a connection? If you answered yes you are looking at the right profile. Life affects us all, we have good and bad experiences. At times our issues may affect our ability to get the most out of life. I provide a safe non-judgmental environment, allowing you to express yourself while offering feed-back. I am a firm believer that effective communication is essential to overcoming many challenges. I also work with clients struggling with anger management and am willing to work with people who are court-mandated. No offering virtual Video sessions online.
Carly Cox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Not accepting new clients
Have you been feeling unhappy or unfulfilled in your life? Do you wish that you had someone to talk to? Are you worried about major life transitions? My goal is to provide a warm and supportive environment for young adults and adolescents. My treatment orientation is eclectic and focuses on the specific needs of the clients I work with. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or social issues, I am here to help. I will collaborate with school personnel and medical professionals as needed.
Have you been feeling unhappy or unfulfilled in your life? Do you wish that you had someone to talk to? Are you worried about major life transitions? My goal is to provide a warm and supportive environment for young adults and adolescents. My treatment orientation is eclectic and focuses on the specific needs of the clients I work with. Whether you are suffering from anxiety, depression, or social issues, I am here to help. I will collaborate with school personnel and medical professionals as needed.
Catherine Tatevosyan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Not accepting new clients
You don’t have to handle everything alone! I can help with overwhelming anxiety, sadness, or anger, and help you grow emotionally and socially. I‘ll work with you to create trust, sharing and expression. I believe growth happens in building relationships with others, whether in therapy or in the rest of our lives.
You don’t have to handle everything alone! I can help with overwhelming anxiety, sadness, or anger, and help you grow emotionally and socially. I‘ll work with you to create trust, sharing and expression. I believe growth happens in building relationships with others, whether in therapy or in the rest of our lives.
Meredith K Gondo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Not accepting new clients
I strive to provide a safe space for healing and connection where my clients feel supported without judgement. I have experience working with chronic health and chronic pain conditions, end of life concerns, caregivers support, grief, healthy aging, anxiety, and depression. I support individuals working through a variety of life transitions such as career change, job loss, marital issues, divorce, parenting, and more.
I strive to provide a safe space for healing and connection where my clients feel supported without judgement. I have experience working with chronic health and chronic pain conditions, end of life concerns, caregivers support, grief, healthy aging, anxiety, and depression. I support individuals working through a variety of life transitions such as career change, job loss, marital issues, divorce, parenting, and more.
Kelly Hennebry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, TCTSY-F
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Morris Plains, NJ 07950
Not accepting new clients
Admitting to ourselves that we are struggling and reaching out for help can be difficult. Although it may feel daunting, coming to this page is your first step towards healing the pain you are in and making steps towards a happier, healthier life. Whether you have recently gone through a major life change, trauma, or you are not feeling yourself lately, I am here to help. I strive to create an empathetic, understanding, and non-judgmental space where together, we can explore your challenges and begin to work towards healthier ways of thinking and coping.
Admitting to ourselves that we are struggling and reaching out for help can be difficult. Although it may feel daunting, coming to this page is your first step towards healing the pain you are in and making steps towards a happier, healthier life. Whether you have recently gone through a major life change, trauma, or you are not feeling yourself lately, I am here to help. I strive to create an empathetic, understanding, and non-judgmental space where together, we can explore your challenges and begin to work towards healthier ways of thinking and coping.
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My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
Sara Fagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in anxiety, trauma and the LGBTQIA+ community.
It is my passion to help my clients create the life they desire. My clients are often highly sensitive people, perfectionists, creatives or empaths. Life is hard and my goal is to help you feel a little more comfortable in your own skin.
I specialize in anxiety, trauma and the LGBTQIA+ community.
It is my passion to help my clients create the life they desire. My clients are often highly sensitive people, perfectionists, creatives or empaths. Life is hard and my goal is to help you feel a little more comfortable in your own skin.
I have extensive experience with the LGBTQ+ community individually and in groups.
I am a psychologist, father, husband, poet, scientist, actor, and lover of the truth of how difficult it can be to navigate adulthood from 18-80. I strongly believe that too few clients know what makes a therapist effective enough to make a meaningful difference.I value humble, poignant, and open interpersonal connections with clients, above all else.I am a directive therapist who understands both sides of the couch and gives 100% to each individual.I am a trained scholar in behavioral heath, and I have specialties in depression, anxiety, OCD and child loss.I meld cognitive behavioral psychology with the rich tenets of Zen-Buddhism.
I have extensive experience with the LGBTQ+ community individually and in groups.
I am a psychologist, father, husband, poet, scientist, actor, and lover of the truth of how difficult it can be to navigate adulthood from 18-80. I strongly believe that too few clients know what makes a therapist effective enough to make a meaningful difference.I value humble, poignant, and open interpersonal connections with clients, above all else.I am a directive therapist who understands both sides of the couch and gives 100% to each individual.I am a trained scholar in behavioral heath, and I have specialties in depression, anxiety, OCD and child loss.I meld cognitive behavioral psychology with the rich tenets of Zen-Buddhism.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.