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Scottie Urmey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW, TEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
I often enjoy working with psychotherapists and other healthcare professionals who are impacted by the secondary trauma of their professional work or other caregiving responsibilities.
You are feeling “stuck” in life because of anxiety, grief or trauma. You want therapy to be a safe, supportive and deeply healing experience. I can help you “do the work” to really shift your perspective, heal from the past, develop healthy relationships, and feel positive momentum toward your goals. If you are open, insightful, and committed to developing better self-awareness; I will provide the safe, supportive structure you need to heal your emotional pain and move forward in your life. Using Psychodrama (a mind-body therapy) and mindfulness I will help you identify and access your own strengths and resiliency.
I often enjoy working with psychotherapists and other healthcare professionals who are impacted by the secondary trauma of their professional work or other caregiving responsibilities.
You are feeling “stuck” in life because of anxiety, grief or trauma. You want therapy to be a safe, supportive and deeply healing experience. I can help you “do the work” to really shift your perspective, heal from the past, develop healthy relationships, and feel positive momentum toward your goals. If you are open, insightful, and committed to developing better self-awareness; I will provide the safe, supportive structure you need to heal your emotional pain and move forward in your life. Using Psychodrama (a mind-body therapy) and mindfulness I will help you identify and access your own strengths and resiliency.
(732) 820-4897 View (732) 820-4897
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Psychodrama New Jersey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TEP, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Psychodrama New Jersey is a multi-practitioner office. All practitioners use a combination of modalities to treat conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, dysfunctional relationships patterns, behavioral issues, issues arising from difficult life transitions including health issues, past abuse and trauma. By combining different modalities, our practitioners are able to help you address issues from multiple directions.
Psychodrama New Jersey is a multi-practitioner office. All practitioners use a combination of modalities to treat conditions such as PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, dysfunctional relationships patterns, behavioral issues, issues arising from difficult life transitions including health issues, past abuse and trauma. By combining different modalities, our practitioners are able to help you address issues from multiple directions.
(732) 507-9910 View (732) 507-9910
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Rik Fire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
CPT Certified (Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD & Post-Traumatic Bereavement); Gender & Sexuality Specialist; Certified Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher; Reiki Master; Ordained Interfaith Minister; Advanced Certified Shamanic Practitioner.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
CPT Certified (Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD & Post-Traumatic Bereavement); Gender & Sexuality Specialist; Certified Kundalini Yoga & Meditation Teacher; Reiki Master; Ordained Interfaith Minister; Advanced Certified Shamanic Practitioner.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
(267) 793-0711 View (267) 793-0711
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Samantha Landi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Samantha has specialized trainings in EMDR, CBT, and Trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the experience to work with adults, couples and families who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, grief and trauma. I view each person as unique and customize therapy to the individual needs. I am additionally trained in EMDR and use this modality to treat PTSD. We will work collaboratively to explore healthy ways to work through family and personal issues. You will find that I am authentic, compassionate and caring. Schedule an appointment today and let’s work together to create the positive change you want to see for yourself.
Samantha has specialized trainings in EMDR, CBT, and Trauma.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with the experience to work with adults, couples and families who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, grief and trauma. I view each person as unique and customize therapy to the individual needs. I am additionally trained in EMDR and use this modality to treat PTSD. We will work collaboratively to explore healthy ways to work through family and personal issues. You will find that I am authentic, compassionate and caring. Schedule an appointment today and let’s work together to create the positive change you want to see for yourself.
(732) 749-8352 View (732) 749-8352
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Dr. Lori Nixon Bethea
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMHC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Currently accepting new clients. Thank you for your interest in seeking counseling services through my private practice. I am dually licensed in New Jersey and New York. I have 17 years experience in the field of mental health. My specialization is treating issues that impact women ages 18-70 and I am currently implementing a therapy group for women dealing with uterine health conditions beginning this July.
Currently accepting new clients. Thank you for your interest in seeking counseling services through my private practice. I am dually licensed in New Jersey and New York. I have 17 years experience in the field of mental health. My specialization is treating issues that impact women ages 18-70 and I am currently implementing a therapy group for women dealing with uterine health conditions beginning this July.
(732) 479-1133 View (732) 479-1133
Photo of Jennifer Hopkins, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jennifer Hopkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
I truly believe that everyone deserves a helping hand and support through life, especially through some of our darkest and most difficult moments. If you've been feeling alone in your struggles, this may be the sign that it's time to reach out. You are not alone anymore. My empathic and intuitive nature will help you feel understood right from the beginning. No matter what is dragging you down in life right now, I will provide you with an uplifting, positive and hopeful experience. Like putting an anchor down in port, my office is the destination where life stops feeling so rough and you achieve the calmness and peace you deserve.
I truly believe that everyone deserves a helping hand and support through life, especially through some of our darkest and most difficult moments. If you've been feeling alone in your struggles, this may be the sign that it's time to reach out. You are not alone anymore. My empathic and intuitive nature will help you feel understood right from the beginning. No matter what is dragging you down in life right now, I will provide you with an uplifting, positive and hopeful experience. Like putting an anchor down in port, my office is the destination where life stops feeling so rough and you achieve the calmness and peace you deserve.
(848) 999-5769 View (848) 999-5769
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Sara R. Butler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP, PAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
You feel sad, confused, or overwhelmed. You're afraid you will fall apart if you open up. You're stuck and you don't know where to go from here. When you’re trying to hold it all together it's difficult to reach out for help. You deserve a safe place to go, where you can put down all the pain and fear you've been carrying, and begin to find yourself again. It's my personal hope that I can provide this space for you, so you can receive the compassion and support needed to move forward on your journey.
You feel sad, confused, or overwhelmed. You're afraid you will fall apart if you open up. You're stuck and you don't know where to go from here. When you’re trying to hold it all together it's difficult to reach out for help. You deserve a safe place to go, where you can put down all the pain and fear you've been carrying, and begin to find yourself again. It's my personal hope that I can provide this space for you, so you can receive the compassion and support needed to move forward on your journey.
(732) 507-9738 View (732) 507-9738
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The Rose Relationship Learning Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Relationships can provide challenges and Because they Don't come with Directions, The Rose Relationship Learning Center is here to help. As a psychotherapist with over 30 years experience, I have helped others get more out of what they want from their relationships and their lives. I look forward to talking with you to see how I can help you improve your relationship today. If your marriage is on the brink of divorce, give yourself, your partner, and especially your children a last chance by working with me. With a commitment to furthering my education, I have completed a certificate program in Applied Positive Psychology.
Relationships can provide challenges and Because they Don't come with Directions, The Rose Relationship Learning Center is here to help. As a psychotherapist with over 30 years experience, I have helped others get more out of what they want from their relationships and their lives. I look forward to talking with you to see how I can help you improve your relationship today. If your marriage is on the brink of divorce, give yourself, your partner, and especially your children a last chance by working with me. With a commitment to furthering my education, I have completed a certificate program in Applied Positive Psychology.
(732) 654-0339 View (732) 654-0339
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Emily J Wood
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Each of us faces challenges and stressful periods during our lives. It is natural to seek support, validation and guidance to navigate through these difficult times. Finding a therapist should not be an added source of stress. With over fifteen years of experience, I can help you to strengthen your coping skills, improve relationships and reach personal goals in a non-judgmental and compassionate setting.
Each of us faces challenges and stressful periods during our lives. It is natural to seek support, validation and guidance to navigate through these difficult times. Finding a therapist should not be an added source of stress. With over fifteen years of experience, I can help you to strengthen your coping skills, improve relationships and reach personal goals in a non-judgmental and compassionate setting.
(732) 638-4747 View (732) 638-4747
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Adina Antar
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
Do you feel stuck? That something is missing but you're not sure what? How about that you know what's missing and it's being true to who you are? Throughout the years of experience that I have working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults I have learned that at the basis of all of our life experiences, we all wish to be heard, accepted, and to feel connected to ourselves, others, and our emotions. By being in a safe therapeutic relationship that accepts you as you are, you are able to unburden the heaviness that you've been carrying and with this new feeling of relief, there is hope for something new and healing.
Do you feel stuck? That something is missing but you're not sure what? How about that you know what's missing and it's being true to who you are? Throughout the years of experience that I have working with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults I have learned that at the basis of all of our life experiences, we all wish to be heard, accepted, and to feel connected to ourselves, others, and our emotions. By being in a safe therapeutic relationship that accepts you as you are, you are able to unburden the heaviness that you've been carrying and with this new feeling of relief, there is hope for something new and healing.
(732) 561-5901 View (732) 561-5901

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Brie Niciewski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocean, NJ 07712
Brie specializes and focuses on trauma, anxiety, depression, life stressors, and transitions.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! IN PERSON. Incredibly supportive and encouraging therapist who considers herself an empathic listener who takes a mind and body approach to therapy to help move toward goals. She believes in focusing on the clients needs. Brie has had a passion for serving and helping others, and has been working in the helping field since a young age. Brie has experience working with individuals, couples, families, youth, and also LGBTQ clients.
Brie specializes and focuses on trauma, anxiety, depression, life stressors, and transitions.
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Robert Misurell
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Verified Verified
Long Branch, NJ 07740  (Online Only)
I use many tools, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, relational communication, positive thinking, spirituality and specialized trauma approaches (EMDR).
There is one Self and a shared consciousness deep within. At the same time, we live in a world of diversity and individual uniqueness. Psychotherapy now has the tools to assist in the journey to uncover the genuine “you”,that is, the person you have been looking to be all your life. Layers of conditioning have separated you from the self within. Mindfulness, trauma work and self-compassion provide the support and pathways to clear out wasteful thinking, worries, depression, obsessions and addictions which keep you unbalanced and discontent. Additionally, relational communication skills will build your connectedness and boundaries.
I use many tools, including cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, relational communication, positive thinking, spirituality and specialized trauma approaches (EMDR).
There is one Self and a shared consciousness deep within. At the same time, we live in a world of diversity and individual uniqueness. Psychotherapy now has the tools to assist in the journey to uncover the genuine “you”,that is, the person you have been looking to be all your life. Layers of conditioning have separated you from the self within. Mindfulness, trauma work and self-compassion provide the support and pathways to clear out wasteful thinking, worries, depression, obsessions and addictions which keep you unbalanced and discontent. Additionally, relational communication skills will build your connectedness and boundaries.
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Christa Adduchio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ocean, NJ 07712  (Online Only)
I specialize in the areas of anxiety and stress management, depression and mood disorders, relationship and family issues, chronic illness, life cycle challenges, personal growth, trauma and healing.
I approach therapy with empathy, compassion, and a commitment to fostering growth and resilience in the individuals and families I serve. My work involves utilizing evidence-based therapeutic interventions and incorporating techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, movement, and solution-focused therapy to build towards overall emotional well-being and personal development. Over the past 6 years in practice I have worked extensively with children, teens, and families in crisis, as well as with adults experiencing chronic and terminal illness across the life cycle.
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(908) 460-8606 View (908) 460-8606
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Aliza Auslander | Equine-Assisted And Somatic Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
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I specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety, depression, relationships, spirituality, body image, and life transitions.
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Jessica Bigelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Asbury Park, NJ 07712  (Online Only)
As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that healing is a deeply personal journey.
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As a trauma-informed therapist, I understand that healing is a deeply personal journey.
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Heike Zelnhefer
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Verified Verified
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Therapy is a very personal journey and each individual is unique and has their own story to tell. I am here to listen to your story and guide you on your journey of self-discovery. My work is solution-focused, strength-based, empowering, motivating, and encouraging. I focus on what you can do rather than what you cannot. I embrace a diverse clientele (including transgender) and issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, loss & grief, as well as trauma.
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Susan Warner Psychotherapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Ocean, NJ 07712
The relationship between the therapist and client is the most important predictor of a successful experience in counseling. I treat adults, adolescents, and couples who are experiencing difficulty with anxiety, depression, addiction, divorce, relationships, anger, loss and trauma. I engender an environment of trust and support for clients in a safe, therapeutic atmosphere where clients can feel comfortable discussing personal issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and motivational enhancement, as well as protocols for addiction, including smoking cessation.
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MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD is possibly the most clinically advanced application in the rapidly expanding field of psychedelic medicine.
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MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD is possibly the most clinically advanced application in the rapidly expanding field of psychedelic medicine.
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Stephanie Siciliano
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Verified Verified
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I support those living with trauma, anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, difficult life transitions, or anyone feeling stuck to work towards creating a more peaceful life.
Welcome to my page! I greet you with great respect and compassion. My name is Stephanie Siciliano; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, and certified in Sand Play and EMDR. I provide counseling, trauma informed yoga, sand play, and EMDR to adults, children, and families. I have served the community for 15 years; specializing in trauma and its effect on the human spirit and well being. I graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in 2008 with a BA in Psychology and later received my MSW at Hunter College School of Social Work.
I support those living with trauma, anxiety, depression, family/relationship issues, difficult life transitions, or anyone feeling stuck to work towards creating a more peaceful life.
Welcome to my page! I greet you with great respect and compassion. My name is Stephanie Siciliano; I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Registered Yoga Teacher, and certified in Sand Play and EMDR. I provide counseling, trauma informed yoga, sand play, and EMDR to adults, children, and families. I have served the community for 15 years; specializing in trauma and its effect on the human spirit and well being. I graduated from Marymount Manhattan College in 2008 with a BA in Psychology and later received my MSW at Hunter College School of Social Work.
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Anna Zonen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Eatontown, NJ 07724
I’m certified in loving people. Truthfully, that is all I wanted to write here - but it probably wouldn’t get me very far so I have to give a description of what therapy may be like with me. Here I go … I specialize in the treatment of traumatic stress and mental illness. I can teach you how to regulate your nervous system, give you various coping skills, help you navigate messy relationships, and hold space for difficult and painful emotions. I am trained in trauma informed care and certified in EMDR. I have a down to earth approach to therapy- sorrow, anger, laughter, and joy are all welcome on our path. I love to laugh - a lot!
I’m certified in loving people. Truthfully, that is all I wanted to write here - but it probably wouldn’t get me very far so I have to give a description of what therapy may be like with me. Here I go … I specialize in the treatment of traumatic stress and mental illness. I can teach you how to regulate your nervous system, give you various coping skills, help you navigate messy relationships, and hold space for difficult and painful emotions. I am trained in trauma informed care and certified in EMDR. I have a down to earth approach to therapy- sorrow, anger, laughter, and joy are all welcome on our path. I love to laugh - a lot!
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Trauma and PTSD Therapists

When should I seek treatment for trauma?

Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.

How long does trauma therapy take?

Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.

What happens if trauma is left untreated?

Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.

Can PTSD come back after treatment?

It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.