Couples Counseling Therapists in Ocean County, NJ
I'm Megan Shane, holding licenses as both a Clinical Social Worker and Alcohol and Drug Counselor. My background spans years of assisting adults and families in navigating mental health and addiction challenges. From inpatient to various outpatient settings, I've gained diverse experience. Whether you're grappling with relationship difficulties, recurring depression or anxiety, or seeking behavioral changes like managing substance use, I aim to empower you. Together, we'll cultivate skills to regulate episodes, identify triggers, and express thoughts and emotions surrounding past and present experiences.
I'm Megan Shane, holding licenses as both a Clinical Social Worker and Alcohol and Drug Counselor. My background spans years of assisting adults and families in navigating mental health and addiction challenges. From inpatient to various outpatient settings, I've gained diverse experience. Whether you're grappling with relationship difficulties, recurring depression or anxiety, or seeking behavioral changes like managing substance use, I aim to empower you. Together, we'll cultivate skills to regulate episodes, identify triggers, and express thoughts and emotions surrounding past and present experiences.
Whether this is your first time in therapy, or you have not found the right therapist for you, meeting with someone new for the first time can be difficult. I can empathize with this, and will strive to make it a comfortable process for you. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most important components of therapy.
Whether this is your first time in therapy, or you have not found the right therapist for you, meeting with someone new for the first time can be difficult. I can empathize with this, and will strive to make it a comfortable process for you. The therapeutic relationship is one of the most important components of therapy.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy. If you prefer a very clinical therapist, I’m not for you, unless particular clients would benefit from a more clinical approach. I love working with individuals who are navigating their life, including those with mental illnesses. (21 - 100yrs old), couples, including LGBTQ. I also coach and counsel those who have bipolar disorders, as well as educating them and their loved ones. I see adults with autistic spectrum disorders, depression, PTSD and anxiety. In addition, I also provide grief counseling and counseling to seriously Ill clients. I am the coach! You are the athlete!
I have an eclectic approach to therapy. If you prefer a very clinical therapist, I’m not for you, unless particular clients would benefit from a more clinical approach. I love working with individuals who are navigating their life, including those with mental illnesses. (21 - 100yrs old), couples, including LGBTQ. I also coach and counsel those who have bipolar disorders, as well as educating them and their loved ones. I see adults with autistic spectrum disorders, depression, PTSD and anxiety. In addition, I also provide grief counseling and counseling to seriously Ill clients. I am the coach! You are the athlete!
Hey, I'm Marisol Charernsook! With 20 years under my belt, I've been all over— from mental health programs to community settings. Whether it's tough relationship stuff or battling anxiety and depression, I've got your back. I know taking the leap into therapy can be daunting, but trust me, you're making the right move. Welcome aboard!
Hey, I'm Marisol Charernsook! With 20 years under my belt, I've been all over— from mental health programs to community settings. Whether it's tough relationship stuff or battling anxiety and depression, I've got your back. I know taking the leap into therapy can be daunting, but trust me, you're making the right move. Welcome aboard!
“I want to grow up to have a sex addiction," said nobody ever... But that is the challenge many people face. As a therapist with 20+ years of experience and certified as a Sexual Recovery Therapist, I can help you. If you’re struggling with sex addiction yourself - I can help you quit your behavior and stop feeling like you’re living a double life and get your life back on track. If you are the partner of someone who is struggling - I can help you process your confusion and heal from the trauma of betrayal. Clients feel good about working through this tough subject with me because:
“I want to grow up to have a sex addiction," said nobody ever... But that is the challenge many people face. As a therapist with 20+ years of experience and certified as a Sexual Recovery Therapist, I can help you. If you’re struggling with sex addiction yourself - I can help you quit your behavior and stop feeling like you’re living a double life and get your life back on track. If you are the partner of someone who is struggling - I can help you process your confusion and heal from the trauma of betrayal. Clients feel good about working through this tough subject with me because:
Hello! I use a holistic, person-centered and strengths-based approach to therapy, focusing on your individual needs and therapeutic goals. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families in a variety of contexts.
Hello! I use a holistic, person-centered and strengths-based approach to therapy, focusing on your individual needs and therapeutic goals. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families in a variety of contexts.
Christine Leotta Selby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beachwood, NJ 08722
It has been my experience that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in treatment success.
Everyone deserves to be seen and heard for who they truly are. Sometimes, due to life experiences and events, we lose track of who we are. We are left feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, sad, lost, angry, and not ourselves. Let's work together and explore all the possibilities your life has to offer you.
It has been my experience that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in treatment success.
Everyone deserves to be seen and heard for who they truly are. Sometimes, due to life experiences and events, we lose track of who we are. We are left feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, sad, lost, angry, and not ourselves. Let's work together and explore all the possibilities your life has to offer you.
Haven Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Forked River, NJ 08731
Haven Behavioral Health has over 30 years experience in many specialties including, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, ODD, OCD, post-partum depression, LGBTQ, parenting, marriage/ couples therapy, trauma, sexual abuse, grief, divorce, child counseling, ADD, anger management.
Haven Behavioral Health is a private practice with over 30+ years experience and services children, adolescents, and adults. Telehealth services are available by phone or video.
Haven Behavioral Health has over 30 years experience in many specialties including, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, ODD, OCD, post-partum depression, LGBTQ, parenting, marriage/ couples therapy, trauma, sexual abuse, grief, divorce, child counseling, ADD, anger management.
Haven Behavioral Health is a private practice with over 30+ years experience and services children, adolescents, and adults. Telehealth services are available by phone or video.
The Counseling Center for Relationships
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, LAC, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Toms River, NJ 08753
Working with couples and families requires special training and education.
We are a private practice located in Toms River that specializes in working with couples, families and individuals. Our clinical staff provide treatment that is fit to your specific needs as a couple, family or individual. Many of the couples and families seen in our practice are in treatment for infidelity recovery, having communication difficulties, transitioning to blended family, and co-parenting. Many of our individual clients are receiving treatment for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, life transitions and healing from traumatic events.
Working with couples and families requires special training and education.
We are a private practice located in Toms River that specializes in working with couples, families and individuals. Our clinical staff provide treatment that is fit to your specific needs as a couple, family or individual. Many of the couples and families seen in our practice are in treatment for infidelity recovery, having communication difficulties, transitioning to blended family, and co-parenting. Many of our individual clients are receiving treatment for anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, life transitions and healing from traumatic events.
Kelsey Gilligan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Brick, NJ 08723
Waitlist for new clients
"Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path." As a therapist, I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship, empathy, and encouragement create the "perfect storm" for positive change. My role in this process is to provide a safe space to motivate and encourage you to increase self-awareness, self-acceptance, and healthy and effective thoughts and behaviors.
"Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path." As a therapist, I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship, empathy, and encouragement create the "perfect storm" for positive change. My role in this process is to provide a safe space to motivate and encourage you to increase self-awareness, self-acceptance, and healthy and effective thoughts and behaviors.
Kathleen Buzzone Brooks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734
I have been working with individuals, couples and families experiencing painful and difficult life trials for over 25 years.
“Start by doing what’s necessary, then do what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on strengths and empowerment. I believe every person is unique, possessing their own special gifts and strengths to be drawn upon in their personal goals for change and growth. My goal is to assist individuals to address the complex and painful challenges they are facing with the realization that no situation is too difficult, nor any unhappiness too great to overcome. Focus is placed on the ability to view stumbling blocks of life as building blocks of character and strength.
I have been working with individuals, couples and families experiencing painful and difficult life trials for over 25 years.
“Start by doing what’s necessary, then do what is possible, and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” My therapeutic approach is client-centered, focusing on strengths and empowerment. I believe every person is unique, possessing their own special gifts and strengths to be drawn upon in their personal goals for change and growth. My goal is to assist individuals to address the complex and painful challenges they are facing with the realization that no situation is too difficult, nor any unhappiness too great to overcome. Focus is placed on the ability to view stumbling blocks of life as building blocks of character and strength.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Egg Harbor, NJ 08087 (Online Only)
It is my personal and professional goal to assist you in attaining your full potential and goals in the therapeutic process. I am a firm believer in the therapeutic relationship as one of the most important tools in overcoming difficulties. I understand it is difficult to ask for help and I view this as a courageous act. We will work together to help you in working through your difficulties at your own pace and in your time. My typical client would be an adult seeking help with substance/alcohol use, co-occurring diagnosis, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma/abuse, PTSD.
It is my personal and professional goal to assist you in attaining your full potential and goals in the therapeutic process. I am a firm believer in the therapeutic relationship as one of the most important tools in overcoming difficulties. I understand it is difficult to ask for help and I view this as a courageous act. We will work together to help you in working through your difficulties at your own pace and in your time. My typical client would be an adult seeking help with substance/alcohol use, co-occurring diagnosis, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma/abuse, PTSD.
Kristen Huber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Forked River, NJ 08731
I provide a personal relationship where a person can feel safe and inspired for their own personal growth and healing. With extensive experience working with children, adolescents and their families, I am equipped to address a wide range of life-controlling problems, including addiction and other levels of substance use. I understand that when a person presents for counseling they are in need of support and relief from what is troubling them, therefore my approach is directive and solution focused. I am bilingual in American Sign Language and can serve Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
I provide a personal relationship where a person can feel safe and inspired for their own personal growth and healing. With extensive experience working with children, adolescents and their families, I am equipped to address a wide range of life-controlling problems, including addiction and other levels of substance use. I understand that when a person presents for counseling they are in need of support and relief from what is troubling them, therefore my approach is directive and solution focused. I am bilingual in American Sign Language and can serve Deaf and hard of hearing individuals.
Sometimes it’s the feeling that something is missing from your life, a vague emptiness. Other times it seems as if you are constantly treading water, and getting through each day appears to be impossible. People come to me for a myriad of reasons. Whatever, the struggle, you should not have to do this alone! I specialize in couples counseling, women's health including pre and post partum, anxiety, depression, OCD, and career counseling. Counseling helps you explore new avenues, enabling you to find your strengths and open up possibilities. My hope is to empower you to be captain of your own ship, and discover your many strengths.
Sometimes it’s the feeling that something is missing from your life, a vague emptiness. Other times it seems as if you are constantly treading water, and getting through each day appears to be impossible. People come to me for a myriad of reasons. Whatever, the struggle, you should not have to do this alone! I specialize in couples counseling, women's health including pre and post partum, anxiety, depression, OCD, and career counseling. Counseling helps you explore new avenues, enabling you to find your strengths and open up possibilities. My hope is to empower you to be captain of your own ship, and discover your many strengths.
Peaceful Mind, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MBA
Verified Verified
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742 (Online Only)
I believe in synchronicity and take every therapeutic relationship as a gift.
If you are ready to learn to be joyful and find a new meaning in life, I am here to support you in therapy. Are you currently experiencing challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Are you looking forward to learn better ways of communicating, and how to get along with others? Are you ready to learn better coping skills, get your self-confidence back, and finally put yourself first? I am here to support you on your healing journey. My clinical experience is in individual, couples and family therapy. I specialize in supporting clients who are in relationship with high earning partners.
I believe in synchronicity and take every therapeutic relationship as a gift.
If you are ready to learn to be joyful and find a new meaning in life, I am here to support you in therapy. Are you currently experiencing challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Are you looking forward to learn better ways of communicating, and how to get along with others? Are you ready to learn better coping skills, get your self-confidence back, and finally put yourself first? I am here to support you on your healing journey. My clinical experience is in individual, couples and family therapy. I specialize in supporting clients who are in relationship with high earning partners.
These things are imperative in developing a trusting therapeutic relationship.
If you find yourself looking through these profiles, you may be struggling with life in some way, perhaps you just want to better yourself, maybe you just need someone to vent and unload on, or maybe you want therapy because you live with someone with a clinical diagnosis. For over 20 years, I have enjoyed working with all populations ages twelve and older. You don’t need to have a clinical diagnosis to benefit from therapy. Therapy is different for everyone and not every therapist is the right one for you. Clinical expertise is not the only important criteria for an effective therapist.
These things are imperative in developing a trusting therapeutic relationship.
If you find yourself looking through these profiles, you may be struggling with life in some way, perhaps you just want to better yourself, maybe you just need someone to vent and unload on, or maybe you want therapy because you live with someone with a clinical diagnosis. For over 20 years, I have enjoyed working with all populations ages twelve and older. You don’t need to have a clinical diagnosis to benefit from therapy. Therapy is different for everyone and not every therapist is the right one for you. Clinical expertise is not the only important criteria for an effective therapist.
Are you struggling with an important decision, having difficulties in a relationship? Maybe you are the kind of person that finds yourself overwhelmed or lives from crisis to crisis. Do you want to stop the pattern of putting out the personal fires in your life? Maybe you are interested in a more satisfying and successful life? Perhaps your child has school issues, or has difficulty managing his feelings or experiences. Perhaps , knowing what to do as a parent isn't so clear.
Are you struggling with an important decision, having difficulties in a relationship? Maybe you are the kind of person that finds yourself overwhelmed or lives from crisis to crisis. Do you want to stop the pattern of putting out the personal fires in your life? Maybe you are interested in a more satisfying and successful life? Perhaps your child has school issues, or has difficulty managing his feelings or experiences. Perhaps , knowing what to do as a parent isn't so clear.
I have a special interest in helping adults with relationship issues,depression, anxiety, anger management, low self-esteem, insomnia and weight management, children with academic and personal adjustment, and families with their relationships.
My personal style of counseling could be best described as integrative/eclectic counseling. I incorporate various approaches and techniques to help my clients to achieve their goals. I offer my unique holistic view on therapy and life in general that utilizes comprehensive array of research and practices from both America and Europe. I believe that the best results could be achieved if my clients participate actively in our therapeutic process, both during sessions and outside them. Let me help you to achieve balance and personal happiness that you deserve and live your life to your fullest potential.
I have a special interest in helping adults with relationship issues,depression, anxiety, anger management, low self-esteem, insomnia and weight management, children with academic and personal adjustment, and families with their relationships.
My personal style of counseling could be best described as integrative/eclectic counseling. I incorporate various approaches and techniques to help my clients to achieve their goals. I offer my unique holistic view on therapy and life in general that utilizes comprehensive array of research and practices from both America and Europe. I believe that the best results could be achieved if my clients participate actively in our therapeutic process, both during sessions and outside them. Let me help you to achieve balance and personal happiness that you deserve and live your life to your fullest potential.
New Path Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jackson, NJ 08527
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, addiction and trauma/PTSD.
Making a change can be a scary process but with the guidance of the right person it can be rewarding. Therapy can help you overcome challenges, learn more about yourself, achieve goals, and increase satisfaction in your life. I provide a genuine, warm, and open environment that allows you to explore your difficulties, understand your strengths and weaknesses, and develop insight. I view each individual I work with as unique and strive to create an environment that is best suited for your personal needs. I will come up with a comprehensive treatment plan and adjust as you and I may see fit throughout the course of treatment.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship difficulties, addiction and trauma/PTSD.
Making a change can be a scary process but with the guidance of the right person it can be rewarding. Therapy can help you overcome challenges, learn more about yourself, achieve goals, and increase satisfaction in your life. I provide a genuine, warm, and open environment that allows you to explore your difficulties, understand your strengths and weaknesses, and develop insight. I view each individual I work with as unique and strive to create an environment that is best suited for your personal needs. I will come up with a comprehensive treatment plan and adjust as you and I may see fit throughout the course of treatment.
Tara Van Hest
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manahawkin, NJ 08050
I specialize with marriage and family issues , relationship dynamics, loving the addicted spouse or family member, anxiety and trauma.
My ideal client is anyone struggling with interpersonal issues, relationship dynamics, marital issues, codependency and overcoming traumatic situations. I work closely with my clients to develop boundaries. We examine the client's lifespan to build understanding into their experience as well as resilience.
I specialize with marriage and family issues , relationship dynamics, loving the addicted spouse or family member, anxiety and trauma.
My ideal client is anyone struggling with interpersonal issues, relationship dynamics, marital issues, codependency and overcoming traumatic situations. I work closely with my clients to develop boundaries. We examine the client's lifespan to build understanding into their experience as well as resilience.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.