LGBTQ+ Affirming Therapists in Mountain Lakes, NJ
Jennifer K. Scerbo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
I have other areas of interest as well including the LGBTQ(+) community.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a focus on adults and young adults seeking individual counseling. My work experience is around women's issues, domestic violence, financial abuse, diagnostics, anxiety, and depression, along with case managment in exploring all treatment and resource options.
I have other areas of interest as well including the LGBTQ(+) community.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with a focus on adults and young adults seeking individual counseling. My work experience is around women's issues, domestic violence, financial abuse, diagnostics, anxiety, and depression, along with case managment in exploring all treatment and resource options.
Denise Geffke-Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046 (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years experience in clinical practice. I am particularly passionate about working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and couples in family and relationship issues, as well as navigating the complex process of building a family. I work in partnership with my clients to create a healing therapeutic experience, and believe the greatest predictor of success is the relationship between the client and their therapist. I love the work that I do and am driven by the belief that we are all deserving of a joyful and fulfilled life.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 10 years experience in clinical practice. I am particularly passionate about working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, and supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and couples in family and relationship issues, as well as navigating the complex process of building a family. I work in partnership with my clients to create a healing therapeutic experience, and believe the greatest predictor of success is the relationship between the client and their therapist. I love the work that I do and am driven by the belief that we are all deserving of a joyful and fulfilled life.
Christina Andino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
I have experience working with teens, adults, and couples of various backgrounds, including people of color, LGBTQIA+, foster care, adoption, and Military/Veteran communities.
You have tried everything you could to feel better, but you’ve reached the point where you need some extra help. The anxiety, depression, and/or trauma that are weighing on you daily has started to impact your job or school performance and relationships. You are feeling burnt out. Therapy may be new to you and it’s common to feel nervous about starting the process. We can work together and create a plan to help you manage and decrease stress. I will teach you healthy skills to use for coping, communication, reframing thoughts, and changing behaviors. I can help you feel empowered so that you are more in control of your life.
I have experience working with teens, adults, and couples of various backgrounds, including people of color, LGBTQIA+, foster care, adoption, and Military/Veteran communities.
You have tried everything you could to feel better, but you’ve reached the point where you need some extra help. The anxiety, depression, and/or trauma that are weighing on you daily has started to impact your job or school performance and relationships. You are feeling burnt out. Therapy may be new to you and it’s common to feel nervous about starting the process. We can work together and create a plan to help you manage and decrease stress. I will teach you healthy skills to use for coping, communication, reframing thoughts, and changing behaviors. I can help you feel empowered so that you are more in control of your life.
I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from William Paterson University. Over the past few years at LifeStance, I have worked with clients of a wide range of cultural backgrounds, ages, and mental health diagnoses. Prior to my time as an outpatient counselor, I also worked as an in-home counselor and completed an internship in an intensive outpatient program. My approach to therapy starts with creating a comfortable, supportive atmosphere where my clients are free to truly be themselves. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in a positive therapy outcome.
I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from William Paterson University. Over the past few years at LifeStance, I have worked with clients of a wide range of cultural backgrounds, ages, and mental health diagnoses. Prior to my time as an outpatient counselor, I also worked as an in-home counselor and completed an internship in an intensive outpatient program. My approach to therapy starts with creating a comfortable, supportive atmosphere where my clients are free to truly be themselves. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in a positive therapy outcome.
Victoria DaCorte is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in New Jersey with four years of experience. She graduated from Felician University. Victoria believes in a treatment philosophy that includes EFT/CBT. She offers Individual Therapy, Family/Couples Therapy, Case Management, and Group Therapy. In her spare time, Victoria enjoys hiking, and kayaking.
Victoria DaCorte is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in New Jersey with four years of experience. She graduated from Felician University. Victoria believes in a treatment philosophy that includes EFT/CBT. She offers Individual Therapy, Family/Couples Therapy, Case Management, and Group Therapy. In her spare time, Victoria enjoys hiking, and kayaking.
Samuel Joe Morreale is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities with a Minor in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work. Joe believes in utilizing an eclectic person-in-environment approach that accounts for the most important aspects of healthy human wellness. He carefully addresses all the relevant domains that exist in the bio-evolutionary informed practice philosophy, as well as existing evidence-based manualized treatment modalities. In his spare time, Joe enjoys pottery, cooking, backpacking, camping, and creative writing.
Samuel Joe Morreale is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities with a Minor in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work. Joe believes in utilizing an eclectic person-in-environment approach that accounts for the most important aspects of healthy human wellness. He carefully addresses all the relevant domains that exist in the bio-evolutionary informed practice philosophy, as well as existing evidence-based manualized treatment modalities. In his spare time, Joe enjoys pottery, cooking, backpacking, camping, and creative writing.
Education and experience: I earned my Master's degree in Counseling, with a Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration from Montclair State University. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor, as well as a National Certified Counselor. As a Licensed Associate Counselor, I have gained extensive experience working in different settings and with different diagnoses, providing various populations different therapeutic interventions, based on client needs.
Education and experience: I earned my Master's degree in Counseling, with a Clinical Mental Health Counseling concentration from Montclair State University. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor, as well as a National Certified Counselor. As a Licensed Associate Counselor, I have gained extensive experience working in different settings and with different diagnoses, providing various populations different therapeutic interventions, based on client needs.
atie Rella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. Katie provides a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for everyone that walks through her door. It is her goal for each individual to feel accepted heard. Katie tries to tell her clients that she is in this journey with them as their co-pilot. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, substance use, and mood disorders. Katie also has experience utilizing both cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy modalities in sessions.
atie Rella is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. Katie provides a supportive and nonjudgmental environment for everyone that walks through her door. It is her goal for each individual to feel accepted heard. Katie tries to tell her clients that she is in this journey with them as their co-pilot. She has experience working with depression, anxiety, substance use, and mood disorders. Katie also has experience utilizing both cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy modalities in sessions.
Cara Maloney, LCSW received her Master in Social Work degree from Ramapo College of New Jersey. She has more than 6 years of experience working in various capacities with adolescents, families, and adults. Cara has a passion for helping young adults and parents through their family planning, reproductive health journey, and parenting years as it is known to be a challenging time for many people.
Cara Maloney, LCSW received her Master in Social Work degree from Ramapo College of New Jersey. She has more than 6 years of experience working in various capacities with adolescents, families, and adults. Cara has a passion for helping young adults and parents through their family planning, reproductive health journey, and parenting years as it is known to be a challenging time for many people.
Conor Noonan is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2024. Conor believes he can help a client by creating a safe and comfortable space for them to discuss what is on their mind. Conor can also make the client the sole focus of the session and nothing else, whether that be listening and understanding what they are saying or providing accurate therapeutic interventions that may be useful for them. Outside of work, Conor enjoys running, strength training, and watching movies.
Conor Noonan is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2024. Conor believes he can help a client by creating a safe and comfortable space for them to discuss what is on their mind. Conor can also make the client the sole focus of the session and nothing else, whether that be listening and understanding what they are saying or providing accurate therapeutic interventions that may be useful for them. Outside of work, Conor enjoys running, strength training, and watching movies.
Dennis James Coppola Jr. is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northeastern University, a Master of Art in Teaching from Northeastern University, and a Master of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Dennis believes that all clients can achieve their goals. He strives to help his clients reach their full potential through empathy and compassion and creates a comfortable environment where clients can learn and grow.
Dennis James Coppola Jr. is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Northeastern University, a Master of Art in Teaching from Northeastern University, and a Master of Art in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Liberty University. Dennis believes that all clients can achieve their goals. He strives to help his clients reach their full potential through empathy and compassion and creates a comfortable environment where clients can learn and grow.
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Megan Szymanek
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Waitlist for new clients
Do you ever feel like your own worst enemy? Like you can’t catch a break from the chatter in your mind? Does it all just feel like “too much” sometimes? I get it. My name is Megan and I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor (soon to be LPC!) with years of clinical and lived experience. I am deeply passionate about working with individuals stuck in anxious and obsessive patterns and have pursued additional training and certification to specialize in the area. My approach to therapy is authentic and integrative. I use a wide variety of approaches such as CBT, DBT, ERP, and IFS to best meet your needs.
Do you ever feel like your own worst enemy? Like you can’t catch a break from the chatter in your mind? Does it all just feel like “too much” sometimes? I get it. My name is Megan and I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor (soon to be LPC!) with years of clinical and lived experience. I am deeply passionate about working with individuals stuck in anxious and obsessive patterns and have pursued additional training and certification to specialize in the area. My approach to therapy is authentic and integrative. I use a wide variety of approaches such as CBT, DBT, ERP, and IFS to best meet your needs.
Randolph Shipon
Psychologist, PhD, NCC, LPC, NBCCH, Artist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
If you have ever sought a psychotherapy that was less about symptoms and labels, and more about overcoming, problem-solving, and achieving life satisfaction, welcome. If you've ever felt like an alien on Earth, completely out of context, and that you needed to find your own real self again, we have that in common. I am a trained forensic psychological evaluator who has written many books on arts of healing and psychotherapy. I have been a holistic practitioner, and I guess the headline is I am a musical artist (Shockocracy). I am accepting a small number of artistic psychotherapy patients at this time, and I have staff available.
If you have ever sought a psychotherapy that was less about symptoms and labels, and more about overcoming, problem-solving, and achieving life satisfaction, welcome. If you've ever felt like an alien on Earth, completely out of context, and that you needed to find your own real self again, we have that in common. I am a trained forensic psychological evaluator who has written many books on arts of healing and psychotherapy. I have been a holistic practitioner, and I guess the headline is I am a musical artist (Shockocracy). I am accepting a small number of artistic psychotherapy patients at this time, and I have staff available.
In my 25 years of practice, I have evolved a number of specializations:couples therapy; women's issues;dealing with anxiety and depression--including post-partum depression; and facing the challenges of pregnancy loss and infertility. I have had extensive post-graduate training in couples therapy and have developed a lively and effective way of helping couples in distress get "unstuck" and move into a more satisfying and respectful relationship with one another.
In my 25 years of practice, I have evolved a number of specializations:couples therapy; women's issues;dealing with anxiety and depression--including post-partum depression; and facing the challenges of pregnancy loss and infertility. I have had extensive post-graduate training in couples therapy and have developed a lively and effective way of helping couples in distress get "unstuck" and move into a more satisfying and respectful relationship with one another.
Dara Mastro
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Depression, anxiety, and fear are three emotions that can hinder individuals from leading happy, productive lives. I have extensive training in these areas that help my clients to alleviate, if not eliminate the distressing circumstances that cause emotional pain.
If you've ever been abused emotionally or physically, have experienced a traumatic event, feel stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, or struggle with daily life stressors, I know I can help you through it.
Depression, anxiety, and fear are three emotions that can hinder individuals from leading happy, productive lives. I have extensive training in these areas that help my clients to alleviate, if not eliminate the distressing circumstances that cause emotional pain.
If you've ever been abused emotionally or physically, have experienced a traumatic event, feel stuck in an unfulfilling relationship, or struggle with daily life stressors, I know I can help you through it.
Amy Callahan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Life is challenging and therapy is a wonderful gift. It takes bravery to admit there are things we need assistance in coping with. Finding the right fit in a therapist can make all the difference in changing our lives. I work with children ( Toddlers- adolescents) Adults, couples and families. I bring a wealth of knowledge and different therapeutic techniques to match your level of comfort. My practice, is warm, welcoming and confidential.I also provide clinical supervision.
Life is challenging and therapy is a wonderful gift. It takes bravery to admit there are things we need assistance in coping with. Finding the right fit in a therapist can make all the difference in changing our lives. I work with children ( Toddlers- adolescents) Adults, couples and families. I bring a wealth of knowledge and different therapeutic techniques to match your level of comfort. My practice, is warm, welcoming and confidential.I also provide clinical supervision.
Wellness Therapeutics, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
Create the life you love! Now accepting new clients. Working from a client-centered approach, one’s focus is dedicated to truly meeting the client's needs. Through a side by side journey of self-exploration, I strive to assist my clients in experiencing a sense of wholeness and stability.
Create the life you love! Now accepting new clients. Working from a client-centered approach, one’s focus is dedicated to truly meeting the client's needs. Through a side by side journey of self-exploration, I strive to assist my clients in experiencing a sense of wholeness and stability.
Contacting a therapist can be a difficult decision to make. You may already be exhausted by whatever life challenge that now leads you to seek help. Please, know that the hardest part will be getting yourself through my door. The hardest part of my job is usually to guide you in taking self judgement out of the equation and replacing it with empathy and patience. Kindness that you likely only reserve for others other than yourself.
Contacting a therapist can be a difficult decision to make. You may already be exhausted by whatever life challenge that now leads you to seek help. Please, know that the hardest part will be getting yourself through my door. The hardest part of my job is usually to guide you in taking self judgement out of the equation and replacing it with empathy and patience. Kindness that you likely only reserve for others other than yourself.
True North Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046
I have been privileged to work with adolescents, their families and adults for almost a decade. While my background is in clinical and counseling psychology, I recognize that the dynamics of every situation is unique. I work to appreciate every client, their difficulties, and, importantly, their strengths. I strive to create a supportive space through self-exploration and healing.
I have been privileged to work with adolescents, their families and adults for almost a decade. While my background is in clinical and counseling psychology, I recognize that the dynamics of every situation is unique. I work to appreciate every client, their difficulties, and, importantly, their strengths. I strive to create a supportive space through self-exploration and healing.
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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.