Depression Therapists in Old Bridge, NJ
Liam Goldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857 (Online Only)
Hello! I'm Liam, a Licensed Social Worker from Australia who is dedicated to helping individuals on their journey towards becoming their best selves. While my work focus is on the serious mental health community, though I specialize in working with individuals dealing with anxiety and depression, I also work with a wide range of populations and experiences.
Hello! I'm Liam, a Licensed Social Worker from Australia who is dedicated to helping individuals on their journey towards becoming their best selves. While my work focus is on the serious mental health community, though I specialize in working with individuals dealing with anxiety and depression, I also work with a wide range of populations and experiences.
Amber Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857 (Online Only)
I have experience in school and outpatient settings, working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions and stressors, grief and loss, low self-esteem, academic and sports performance stressors and more.
Do you frequently overthink, lack confidence, and feel like you are not good enough? Do you find yourself emotionally drained and unable to enjoy things that you once did? Is your child struggling with emotion regulation and social skills? I’m dedicated to supporting adolescents, teens, and college-aged adults in achieving their goals, developing tools and skills to navigate life’s difficulties, and guiding them on their journeys toward personal growth.
I have experience in school and outpatient settings, working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions and stressors, grief and loss, low self-esteem, academic and sports performance stressors and more.
Do you frequently overthink, lack confidence, and feel like you are not good enough? Do you find yourself emotionally drained and unable to enjoy things that you once did? Is your child struggling with emotion regulation and social skills? I’m dedicated to supporting adolescents, teens, and college-aged adults in achieving their goals, developing tools and skills to navigate life’s difficulties, and guiding them on their journeys toward personal growth.
Simplistic Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Old Bridge, NJ 08857 (Online Only)
I am dedicated to supporting anyone who struggles with anxiety, depression, burn-out, new life transitions, asian mental health, perinatal mood disorders, interpersonal issues, self-esteem, trauma, history of domestic violence and anyone who is in need of coping skills.
Life isn't always simple, but the journey to counseling can be. Together, we can explore strategies to simplify your life and navigate these challenges. Therapy can be approached with small, effective steps that I'm ready to guide you through. Clients often express after our first session, "I should have come to therapy a long time ago." I want you to expect a safe, warm, and judgment-free atmosphere right from the beginning.
I am dedicated to supporting anyone who struggles with anxiety, depression, burn-out, new life transitions, asian mental health, perinatal mood disorders, interpersonal issues, self-esteem, trauma, history of domestic violence and anyone who is in need of coping skills.
Life isn't always simple, but the journey to counseling can be. Together, we can explore strategies to simplify your life and navigate these challenges. Therapy can be approached with small, effective steps that I'm ready to guide you through. Clients often express after our first session, "I should have come to therapy a long time ago." I want you to expect a safe, warm, and judgment-free atmosphere right from the beginning.
An ideal client is one that is motivated, accepting of OPEN communication and willing to stay the course even if the therapeutic experience is difficult. Clients are often challenged by anxiety, acute/situational depression as well as other issues and disorders that can impact day to day quality of life. Clients are looking for a safe space to feel acknowledged, empowered and respected. My job is to assure them that they are in a secure environment where we can weather their journey together.
An ideal client is one that is motivated, accepting of OPEN communication and willing to stay the course even if the therapeutic experience is difficult. Clients are often challenged by anxiety, acute/situational depression as well as other issues and disorders that can impact day to day quality of life. Clients are looking for a safe space to feel acknowledged, empowered and respected. My job is to assure them that they are in a secure environment where we can weather their journey together.
Rita Andonian - Substance Abuse, Depression
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My ideal client could be someone navigating multiple challenges but motivated to create meaningful change. Some of these issues may include substance use and recovery, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or interpersonal challenges. Their needs would include relapse prevention, emotional regulation tools, cognitive reconstructing, supportive accountability, and holistic wellness practices. Furthermore, their goals would include emotional stability, maintaining sobriety, healthy relationships, self-discovery, and growth.
My ideal client could be someone navigating multiple challenges but motivated to create meaningful change. Some of these issues may include substance use and recovery, anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or interpersonal challenges. Their needs would include relapse prevention, emotional regulation tools, cognitive reconstructing, supportive accountability, and holistic wellness practices. Furthermore, their goals would include emotional stability, maintaining sobriety, healthy relationships, self-discovery, and growth.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to make a change, is open to suggestions and willing to implement the skills and information learned in the sessions outside the counseling environment. The client may be struggling with anxiety, depression, aggression, low self-esteem, or an overall skewed perspective of reality. In most cases, clients want something similar, to “feel better”. It is up to the counselor to work collaboratively with the client to discover how this goal may be achieved and break it down into clear, realistic, and measurable goals.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to make a change, is open to suggestions and willing to implement the skills and information learned in the sessions outside the counseling environment. The client may be struggling with anxiety, depression, aggression, low self-esteem, or an overall skewed perspective of reality. In most cases, clients want something similar, to “feel better”. It is up to the counselor to work collaboratively with the client to discover how this goal may be achieved and break it down into clear, realistic, and measurable goals.
Samantha Marer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, communication issues, crisis and trauma, substance use, ADHD, anger management, OCD, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, as well as working with families.
My ideal client is someone experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. They face challenges in managing stress and seek to develop effective coping skills. They may also struggle with communication, assertiveness, and maintaining healthy relationships in school, work, and personal life. They are eager to understand the roots of their behaviors, whether stemming from childhood experiences or their current environment. Additionally, they may simply desire a non-judgmental space to express their thoughts and feelings.
I specialize in depression, anxiety, panic disorder, bipolar disorder, communication issues, crisis and trauma, substance use, ADHD, anger management, OCD, behavioral issues, suicidal ideation, as well as working with families.
My ideal client is someone experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders. They face challenges in managing stress and seek to develop effective coping skills. They may also struggle with communication, assertiveness, and maintaining healthy relationships in school, work, and personal life. They are eager to understand the roots of their behaviors, whether stemming from childhood experiences or their current environment. Additionally, they may simply desire a non-judgmental space to express their thoughts and feelings.
J Victoria Laszlo - Laszlo Center 4 Hope Healing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Although people come to see me for a variety of reasons, my specialties are in the treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, substance abuse, gaming addiction, ACOA, trauma & sexual abuse, affairs/betrayal, anger issues and variety of sexual concerns - for males, females & couples, families, teenagers.
Are you unhappy, hurt, anxious or angry? Is your life or relationship in a bad place? Everything you tried isn't working? I'm here to help! While on a life journey toward meaning & happiness, sometimes we need to sort through the issues that hold us back or are a heavy weight to carry. Therapy is a place to do that sorting: in a safe & trusting environment, we go through our traveler's bag, keep what's our strengths & passions, resolve the entangled conflicts, and maybe leave behind what no longer serves us within our hearts. I would love to be your guide in this journey.
Although people come to see me for a variety of reasons, my specialties are in the treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, substance abuse, gaming addiction, ACOA, trauma & sexual abuse, affairs/betrayal, anger issues and variety of sexual concerns - for males, females & couples, families, teenagers.
Are you unhappy, hurt, anxious or angry? Is your life or relationship in a bad place? Everything you tried isn't working? I'm here to help! While on a life journey toward meaning & happiness, sometimes we need to sort through the issues that hold us back or are a heavy weight to carry. Therapy is a place to do that sorting: in a safe & trusting environment, we go through our traveler's bag, keep what's our strengths & passions, resolve the entangled conflicts, and maybe leave behind what no longer serves us within our hearts. I would love to be your guide in this journey.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and trauma.
My ideal client would be someone who is struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, and uncertainty about their future. The client's needs would include support in building resilience, developing coping skills, and clarifying goals. They aim to achieve a sense of peace, confidence, and direction. They want to break free from negative thought patterns and create a better path to promote self-growth. Another ideal client would be someone who is coping with trauma and wants to learn how to process and heal their trauma to move forward and cope.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, and trauma.
My ideal client would be someone who is struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, feeling overwhelmed by daily stressors, and uncertainty about their future. The client's needs would include support in building resilience, developing coping skills, and clarifying goals. They aim to achieve a sense of peace, confidence, and direction. They want to break free from negative thought patterns and create a better path to promote self-growth. Another ideal client would be someone who is coping with trauma and wants to learn how to process and heal their trauma to move forward and cope.
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Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
I have a multitude of experience working with depression, anxiety, couples, and various phase of life issues.
I am a Columbia University trained licensed social worker who has been in private practice since 2007. Throughout my development and training as a clinician, my priority has been to maintain a fresh and open empathic approach to helping individuals and couples. My ideal goal is to establish rapport and connect with others, so that they can ultimately help themselves. I value a safe, comfortable meeting space where people can relax and be themselves, so that they can feel better as soon as possible.
I have a multitude of experience working with depression, anxiety, couples, and various phase of life issues.
I am a Columbia University trained licensed social worker who has been in private practice since 2007. Throughout my development and training as a clinician, my priority has been to maintain a fresh and open empathic approach to helping individuals and couples. My ideal goal is to establish rapport and connect with others, so that they can ultimately help themselves. I value a safe, comfortable meeting space where people can relax and be themselves, so that they can feel better as soon as possible.
The Center For Marriage and Family Therapy has five offices throughout central New Jersey. Jackie Held, Karen Spiler and Jill Stein founded the Center in 1984. We refer to a large network of affiliated therapists whose specialties include relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, gay and lesbian issues, child and adolescent therapy, grief therapy, sex therapy and substance abuse. Our offices are in Matawan, Freehold, Princeton, Toms River and Piscataway. Our network includes licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, substance abuse specialists, child and adolescent specialists and sex therapists.
The Center For Marriage and Family Therapy has five offices throughout central New Jersey. Jackie Held, Karen Spiler and Jill Stein founded the Center in 1984. We refer to a large network of affiliated therapists whose specialties include relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, separation and divorce, gay and lesbian issues, child and adolescent therapy, grief therapy, sex therapy and substance abuse. Our offices are in Matawan, Freehold, Princeton, Toms River and Piscataway. Our network includes licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers, substance abuse specialists, child and adolescent specialists and sex therapists.
Joan E Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My experience includes working with families and individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, job loss, financial stress, self-esteem issues, stress management, co-dependency, marriage and relationship difficulties, pre-marital preparation and youth challenges.
My goal is to help provide insight and the tools you need to move beyond limiting beliefs and behaviors. Using an integrated holistic approach to counseling, I combine temperament therapy, psychotherapy, nutritional and integrative medicine and Biblical truths, creating a nonjudgmental and safe place for families, couples and individuals to share their issues and fears to attain healing and hope. Certified as a SYMBIS & PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator, I will help you to prepare for or strengthen your marriage. I will help you to navigate through the changes of life, taking you from where you are to where you want to be.
My experience includes working with families and individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, mood disorders, job loss, financial stress, self-esteem issues, stress management, co-dependency, marriage and relationship difficulties, pre-marital preparation and youth challenges.
My goal is to help provide insight and the tools you need to move beyond limiting beliefs and behaviors. Using an integrated holistic approach to counseling, I combine temperament therapy, psychotherapy, nutritional and integrative medicine and Biblical truths, creating a nonjudgmental and safe place for families, couples and individuals to share their issues and fears to attain healing and hope. Certified as a SYMBIS & PREPARE/ENRICH facilitator, I will help you to prepare for or strengthen your marriage. I will help you to navigate through the changes of life, taking you from where you are to where you want to be.
Felicia Etuke
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Among our areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, attachment issues, domestic violence, women's issues, marriage/relationship issues, substance abuse, etc.
With over 30 combined years experience, Grace Abounds Counseling specializes in individual counseling, couples therapy, child psychotherapy, adolescent psychotherapy, and family therapy.
Among our areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, attachment issues, domestic violence, women's issues, marriage/relationship issues, substance abuse, etc.
With over 30 combined years experience, Grace Abounds Counseling specializes in individual counseling, couples therapy, child psychotherapy, adolescent psychotherapy, and family therapy.
My expertise includes self-esteem/confidence issues, anxiety/perfectionism, depression, addiction (including social media addiction), and trauma.
Worried about your daughter? Lack of self-esteem, lack of confidence, people-pleasing behaviors, no identity of their own, decisions and choices driven by peers, boys and social media likes? There are so many things in our society that are affecting girls and the women they grow into. Together though we can change their thoughts around their experiences and help to build resilience and strength so they can develop into the strong, confident women they were destined to be.
My expertise includes self-esteem/confidence issues, anxiety/perfectionism, depression, addiction (including social media addiction), and trauma.
Worried about your daughter? Lack of self-esteem, lack of confidence, people-pleasing behaviors, no identity of their own, decisions and choices driven by peers, boys and social media likes? There are so many things in our society that are affecting girls and the women they grow into. Together though we can change their thoughts around their experiences and help to build resilience and strength so they can develop into the strong, confident women they were destined to be.
Kerry Lane
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
I help identify ways to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, relationship/adjustment issues, and overall life changes.
I am currently seeing clients in person as well as virtually if needed. I am an energetic, supportive, compassionate therapist who takes an eclectic approach to working with clients. I work in conjunction with my clients to help address life issues and examine thoughts and feelings which can lead to a more fulfilled life. I work collaboratively with clients to assist and identify skills to manage their mental health symptoms. I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and I'm currently accepting LACs to supervise.
I help identify ways to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, relationship/adjustment issues, and overall life changes.
I am currently seeing clients in person as well as virtually if needed. I am an energetic, supportive, compassionate therapist who takes an eclectic approach to working with clients. I work in conjunction with my clients to help address life issues and examine thoughts and feelings which can lead to a more fulfilled life. I work collaboratively with clients to assist and identify skills to manage their mental health symptoms. I am an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and I'm currently accepting LACs to supervise.
José Desiderio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857 (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of adult mental health concerns involving anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, anger/stress management, and relationship concerns.
Are you struggling with accomplishing your day to day tasks? Do you find it hard to connect with a significant other? Has loneliness been increasing for you and social support seems to be out of reach? Taking on therapy can help you dig deep into the problems and issues that are currently holding you back. Creating a non-judgemental and safe space together can help you create substantial change focused on accomplishing the goals that will help you thrive.
I specialize in the treatment of adult mental health concerns involving anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, anger/stress management, and relationship concerns.
Are you struggling with accomplishing your day to day tasks? Do you find it hard to connect with a significant other? Has loneliness been increasing for you and social support seems to be out of reach? Taking on therapy can help you dig deep into the problems and issues that are currently holding you back. Creating a non-judgemental and safe space together can help you create substantial change focused on accomplishing the goals that will help you thrive.
Sari Gottleib - Couples Therapy & Trauma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Old Bridge, NJ 08857
My specializations include working with individuals with PTSD, OCD, Trauma, Anxiety & Depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and I have been working with individuals, couples and families for 15+ years. Through active engagement, compassion and collaboration, I am committed to helping my clients gain peace, understanding, and acceptance. I have extensive experience working with teens and young adults & adults struggling through social challenges, identity, and emerging adulthood. Additionally, I have many years of experience working with couples and families struggling with relationship challenges.
My specializations include working with individuals with PTSD, OCD, Trauma, Anxiety & Depression.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and I have been working with individuals, couples and families for 15+ years. Through active engagement, compassion and collaboration, I am committed to helping my clients gain peace, understanding, and acceptance. I have extensive experience working with teens and young adults & adults struggling through social challenges, identity, and emerging adulthood. Additionally, I have many years of experience working with couples and families struggling with relationship challenges.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.