Female Therapists in Paramus, NJ
Jennifer Brea
Counselor, LPC, NCC, EdS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Paramus, NJ 07652
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking counseling therapy takes courage, willingness to invite change, exploring difficulties, and learning new strategies. We will work together to learn healthy coping skills, to assist you in navigating challenges faced throughout life's journey. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, thoughts of self-doubt, negative beliefs, or a sense of hopelessness, counseling therapy will provide a safe space to talk. My goal is to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered to manage whatever comes your way.
Seeking counseling therapy takes courage, willingness to invite change, exploring difficulties, and learning new strategies. We will work together to learn healthy coping skills, to assist you in navigating challenges faced throughout life's journey. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, thoughts of self-doubt, negative beliefs, or a sense of hopelessness, counseling therapy will provide a safe space to talk. My goal is to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered to manage whatever comes your way.
Sara Betancourt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paramus, NJ 07652
Sara Betancourt is a bilingual associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) in the State of New Jersey. She completed her Master's in Marriage and Family therapy from Northcentral University. Sara also earned a Master's in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Ohio Christian University. Sara has clinical experience working with communities from diverse backgrounds. She works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Sara is culturally competent and has experience working with trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and marital and family crisis.
Sara Betancourt is a bilingual associate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT) in the State of New Jersey. She completed her Master's in Marriage and Family therapy from Northcentral University. Sara also earned a Master's in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Ohio Christian University. Sara has clinical experience working with communities from diverse backgrounds. She works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Sara is culturally competent and has experience working with trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, and marital and family crisis.
I work with individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and sexual orientations, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, couples in crisis, professional dilemmas, parenting issues and more. I also specialize in coping with pain, fatigue, insomnia, and chronic illness including chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, and fibromyalgia.
I work with individuals and couples of all ages, backgrounds, and sexual orientations, treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief/loss, eating disorders, couples in crisis, professional dilemmas, parenting issues and more. I also specialize in coping with pain, fatigue, insomnia, and chronic illness including chronic fatigue, autoimmune disease, and fibromyalgia.
Daphinee Austin, LPC, is dedicated to helping patients in New Jersey navigate emotional challenges and find balance in their lives. Through individual, family, and group therapy, she provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment where patients can explore their feelings and gain insight into their behaviors. Daphinee’s approach focuses on building rapport and creating a strong foundation for therapy, ensuring that each patient feels supported as they work towards their personal goals.
Daphinee Austin, LPC, is dedicated to helping patients in New Jersey navigate emotional challenges and find balance in their lives. Through individual, family, and group therapy, she provides a safe, nonjudgmental environment where patients can explore their feelings and gain insight into their behaviors. Daphinee’s approach focuses on building rapport and creating a strong foundation for therapy, ensuring that each patient feels supported as they work towards their personal goals.
Elizabeth Enoksen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in the social work field. She has experience working with parents, families, children, adolescents and adults. Elizabeth works on building strong relationships with her clients based on trust and a desire to help clients move forward from their current issues. She specializes in depression, anxiety, developing coping skills, managing stress, relationship issues and self-esteem. Elizabeth completed her Masters in Social Work (MSW) at Rutgers University and her Bachelors in Social Work (BSW) at Sacred Heart University.
Elizabeth Enoksen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 12 years of experience in the social work field. She has experience working with parents, families, children, adolescents and adults. Elizabeth works on building strong relationships with her clients based on trust and a desire to help clients move forward from their current issues. She specializes in depression, anxiety, developing coping skills, managing stress, relationship issues and self-esteem. Elizabeth completed her Masters in Social Work (MSW) at Rutgers University and her Bachelors in Social Work (BSW) at Sacred Heart University.
Brittany Bur
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Paramus, NJ 07652
Sometimes talking to a friend or family member is not enough; you need a professional who can be unbiased and support you through a difficult time. Thoughts and feelings can be overwhelming and they become even more powerful when they’re bottled up inside. I provide a safe, confidential, empathic space to listen. When you express your thoughts and feelings openly to me, I listen non-judgmentally and help you sort through life’s challenges. Together, we will tackle your issues and free you up for growth, more confidence, and self-awareness. I create an individualized treatment experience that's just as unique as you are.
Sometimes talking to a friend or family member is not enough; you need a professional who can be unbiased and support you through a difficult time. Thoughts and feelings can be overwhelming and they become even more powerful when they’re bottled up inside. I provide a safe, confidential, empathic space to listen. When you express your thoughts and feelings openly to me, I listen non-judgmentally and help you sort through life’s challenges. Together, we will tackle your issues and free you up for growth, more confidence, and self-awareness. I create an individualized treatment experience that's just as unique as you are.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25years of post-graduate training in the treatment of childhood, adolescent, and adult anxiety, depression, drug/ alcohol addiction, PTSD, and ADD/ADHD. I work with the family as a unit or individually if appropriate. I am trained in play therapy and have worked extensively with school and home behaviors. My style is warm, respectful, and interactive utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), in addition to being trained in conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments and implementing school and home Behavior Intervention Plans.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25years of post-graduate training in the treatment of childhood, adolescent, and adult anxiety, depression, drug/ alcohol addiction, PTSD, and ADD/ADHD. I work with the family as a unit or individually if appropriate. I am trained in play therapy and have worked extensively with school and home behaviors. My style is warm, respectful, and interactive utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), in addition to being trained in conducting Functional Behavioral Assessments and implementing school and home Behavior Intervention Plans.
Desirae Harden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07653 (Online Only)
Healing begins right where you are...HOME.Sometimes life feels hard. Perhaps you're feeling lonely, depressed, stuck, anxious, stressed or just "not yourself". Maybe you're struggling with relationships, infidelity, childhood trauma, loss and events in life that feel overwhelming. It's difficult to take the first step, but therapy can help you to feel less alone with these feelings and help you to move forward and find long change!
Healing begins right where you are...HOME.Sometimes life feels hard. Perhaps you're feeling lonely, depressed, stuck, anxious, stressed or just "not yourself". Maybe you're struggling with relationships, infidelity, childhood trauma, loss and events in life that feel overwhelming. It's difficult to take the first step, but therapy can help you to feel less alone with these feelings and help you to move forward and find long change!
Family Psychiatry and Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652
Adolescence and young adulthood can be both the most exciting and trying time in one's life. Having a therapist to help navigate through those times can make all the difference in how one copes and moves forward. I strive to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment for each client. My clinical experience includes a specialization in the areas of eating disorders, self harm behaviors, and addiction, as well as the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with a range of issues such as, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, impulsivity, and difficult life transitions.
Adolescence and young adulthood can be both the most exciting and trying time in one's life. Having a therapist to help navigate through those times can make all the difference in how one copes and moves forward. I strive to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and nurturing environment for each client. My clinical experience includes a specialization in the areas of eating disorders, self harm behaviors, and addiction, as well as the treatment of adolescents and adults who present with a range of issues such as, anxiety, mood disorders, family conflict, impulsivity, and difficult life transitions.
Doreen H. Greco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652 (Online Only)
Welcome and thank you for considering to use my counseling services. Whether you are feeling life stress from work, family or friends, are struggling to understand yourself or how to feel better, together in a warm supportive confidential environment, we can explore your concerns and discover how to help you find the best solutions. I work with individuals that are adults, children or adolescents, couples and families. People come for help for a variety of issues such as dealing with stage of life adjustments, parenting, overcoming anxiety, depression and addictions, improving relationships and reaching personal and professional goals.
Welcome and thank you for considering to use my counseling services. Whether you are feeling life stress from work, family or friends, are struggling to understand yourself or how to feel better, together in a warm supportive confidential environment, we can explore your concerns and discover how to help you find the best solutions. I work with individuals that are adults, children or adolescents, couples and families. People come for help for a variety of issues such as dealing with stage of life adjustments, parenting, overcoming anxiety, depression and addictions, improving relationships and reaching personal and professional goals.
Alice is a Licensed Social Worker who holds a Master's in Social Work from NYU and a Master's in Special Education from Fordham University. Her professional journey encompasses valuable experience in school-based counseling and conducting evaluations and assessments for both individuals and groups.
Alice is a Licensed Social Worker who holds a Master's in Social Work from NYU and a Master's in Special Education from Fordham University. Her professional journey encompasses valuable experience in school-based counseling and conducting evaluations and assessments for both individuals and groups.
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Alicia Belmonte is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UDELAR in Uruguay and a Master of Art in Counselor Education from Kean University. Alicia believes in a client centered philosophy where she meets the client where they are and establishes a trusting relationship with them. She feels that aligning the client's view of the problem with a sound diagnostic criterium is important not only for reimbursement purposes, but also to choose the appropriate theoretical framework and the right techniques or tools to use in the therapeutic process.
Alicia Belmonte is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UDELAR in Uruguay and a Master of Art in Counselor Education from Kean University. Alicia believes in a client centered philosophy where she meets the client where they are and establishes a trusting relationship with them. She feels that aligning the client's view of the problem with a sound diagnostic criterium is important not only for reimbursement purposes, but also to choose the appropriate theoretical framework and the right techniques or tools to use in the therapeutic process.
Marilyn Rukaj
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652 (Online Only)
I strive to provide you with a safe, authentic, and non-judgmental space so that you may express yourself freely. Our relationship will be a unique connection that will be tailored to your specific needs. If you are someone who is struggling with anxiety, internal family issues, depression, cultural and identity concerns, chronic health issues, and life transitions then schedule your free 15-minute phone consult or first session today.
I strive to provide you with a safe, authentic, and non-judgmental space so that you may express yourself freely. Our relationship will be a unique connection that will be tailored to your specific needs. If you are someone who is struggling with anxiety, internal family issues, depression, cultural and identity concerns, chronic health issues, and life transitions then schedule your free 15-minute phone consult or first session today.
I am a multilingual and bicultural clinical social worker with 10+ years' experience in supporting individuals from a diverse background. Dr. Tello specializes in working with children, teens, and young adults. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, OCD, trauma, and separation or divorce challenges.
I am a multilingual and bicultural clinical social worker with 10+ years' experience in supporting individuals from a diverse background. Dr. Tello specializes in working with children, teens, and young adults. I specialize in working with clients with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, OCD, trauma, and separation or divorce challenges.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by persistent worry, sadness, or haunted by past trauma? Do you find it difficult to break free from negative thought patterns that impact your daily life? I specialize in utilizing evidence-based practices to address the unique needs of individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. My sessions are carefully tailored to address the nuanced aspects of your experiences, fostering a healing journey that aligns with your unique needs. Through a blend of therapeutic modalities, we work together to uncover underlying factors and develop coping strategies to break through the barriers to recovery
Are you feeling overwhelmed by persistent worry, sadness, or haunted by past trauma? Do you find it difficult to break free from negative thought patterns that impact your daily life? I specialize in utilizing evidence-based practices to address the unique needs of individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. My sessions are carefully tailored to address the nuanced aspects of your experiences, fostering a healing journey that aligns with your unique needs. Through a blend of therapeutic modalities, we work together to uncover underlying factors and develop coping strategies to break through the barriers to recovery
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, a major life crisis that has you isolated, feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or fearful of the world around you. Did you know that beyond the fear is freedom? What does that freedom look like for you? Let's find out together! The process of therapy can help you develop the tools and insight needed to take control and make positive changes in your life and/or relationships. I believe that a genuine connection between a therapist and a client is a key component of the therapeutic process.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, a major life crisis that has you isolated, feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, misunderstood, or fearful of the world around you. Did you know that beyond the fear is freedom? What does that freedom look like for you? Let's find out together! The process of therapy can help you develop the tools and insight needed to take control and make positive changes in your life and/or relationships. I believe that a genuine connection between a therapist and a client is a key component of the therapeutic process.
Nadine Abdelaziz is a Licensed Associate Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in New Jersey who Joined Lifestance in 2024. She has a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Masters in Criminal Justice, and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. Through her clinical experience and education, Nadine has learned many skills that will help her aid the client on their journey. She offers patience, understanding, empathy and compassion. Outside of work, Nadine enjoys reading psychological thrillers, engaging in pyrography, and enjoying the sport of fencing.
Nadine Abdelaziz is a Licensed Associate Counselor and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in New Jersey who Joined Lifestance in 2024. She has a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a Masters in Criminal Justice, and a Bachelor’s in Psychology. Through her clinical experience and education, Nadine has learned many skills that will help her aid the client on their journey. She offers patience, understanding, empathy and compassion. Outside of work, Nadine enjoys reading psychological thrillers, engaging in pyrography, and enjoying the sport of fencing.
Family Psychiatry and Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652 (Online Only)
We pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, clean and confidential atmosphere for our patients. We treat all ages and stages of development. We have emergency and same-day appointments. Confidentiality and privacy are maintained to the strictest of standards. We have modern electronic medical records and electronic prescribing.
We pride ourselves in providing a nurturing, clean and confidential atmosphere for our patients. We treat all ages and stages of development. We have emergency and same-day appointments. Confidentiality and privacy are maintained to the strictest of standards. We have modern electronic medical records and electronic prescribing.
I specialize in working with women during both the prenatal and postpartum period, sexual violence, domestic violence, trauma, veterans and their families with readjustment issues, and HIV/AIDS patients.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with a wide range of client populations I am a warm and nurturing professional that provides a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment where my clients can openly explore their issues to find solutions to the challenges they may be facing. I use a person-centered approach as we work to explore your personal journey. Together we will make positive changes in your thoughts and behaviors allowing you can live a productive and fulfilling life.
I specialize in working with women during both the prenatal and postpartum period, sexual violence, domestic violence, trauma, veterans and their families with readjustment issues, and HIV/AIDS patients.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience working with a wide range of client populations I am a warm and nurturing professional that provides a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment where my clients can openly explore their issues to find solutions to the challenges they may be facing. I use a person-centered approach as we work to explore your personal journey. Together we will make positive changes in your thoughts and behaviors allowing you can live a productive and fulfilling life.
I obtained my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from William Paterson University's accredited counseling program. I have experience providing therapy to clients in both individual and group settings. I am certified by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Associate Counselor as well as a National Certified Counselor. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and working with children and adolescents. My treatment areas are adolescent/teen issues, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, and mood disorders.
I obtained my Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from William Paterson University's accredited counseling program. I have experience providing therapy to clients in both individual and group settings. I am certified by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Associate Counselor as well as a National Certified Counselor. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Play Therapy, and working with children and adolescents. My treatment areas are adolescent/teen issues, anxiety, interpersonal challenges, and mood disorders.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.