Marriage Counseling Therapists in Pennsauken, NJ
I have been in private practice for 10 years and have extensive experience treating adolescents and adults for depression, anxiety, marital and relationship difficulties, anger, and grief issues.
I have been in private practice for 10 years and have extensive experience treating adolescents and adults for depression, anxiety, marital and relationship difficulties, anger, and grief issues.
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Stephen J Betchen
Marriage & Family Therapist, DSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pennsauken, NJ 08109
I am one of only a hand full of couples and sex therapists in the country to be certified as a "supervisor" by both The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).
I treat individuals and couples who suffer from a wide variety of relationship and sexual issues. I
I am one of only a hand full of couples and sex therapists in the country to be certified as a "supervisor" by both The American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and The American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT).
I treat individuals and couples who suffer from a wide variety of relationship and sexual issues. I
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Courtney Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, JSOCCP
Verified Verified
Pennsauken, NJ 08110 (Online Only)
Feeling anxious? Stressed and not sure how to cope? Experiencing unhealthy boundaries in your relationships? Having a difficult time coping with life circumstances? Just know you don't have to go through this journey alone. Seeking therapy is not an easy decision but with a safe space to explore complex feelings it makes the process less overwhelming. I have extensive experience and training providing direct clinical services to clients ages 3 and up. I specialize in treating a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, emotional-regulation, self-esteem, and relationship conflicts.
Feeling anxious? Stressed and not sure how to cope? Experiencing unhealthy boundaries in your relationships? Having a difficult time coping with life circumstances? Just know you don't have to go through this journey alone. Seeking therapy is not an easy decision but with a safe space to explore complex feelings it makes the process less overwhelming. I have extensive experience and training providing direct clinical services to clients ages 3 and up. I specialize in treating a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, emotional-regulation, self-esteem, and relationship conflicts.
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Allow me to provide a supportive, safe space for you to heal, gain clarity, and grow. You have truly found a judgment-free zone. Warm, open-minded and genuine - I am passionate about empowering clients on their unique journey of self-discovery and growth. Do you feel "stuck"? Would you like to deepen your connection with yourself and others? You CAN experience authentic, fulfilling relationships that are rooted in open and effective communication. You CAN create a life that you love!
Allow me to provide a supportive, safe space for you to heal, gain clarity, and grow. You have truly found a judgment-free zone. Warm, open-minded and genuine - I am passionate about empowering clients on their unique journey of self-discovery and growth. Do you feel "stuck"? Would you like to deepen your connection with yourself and others? You CAN experience authentic, fulfilling relationships that are rooted in open and effective communication. You CAN create a life that you love!
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Life transitions, anxiety, & trauma affect each person differently. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, 1984), Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy practitioner (2004), and 3-time breast cancer survivor it is my goal to guide and support each person's potential. Each day I feel honored, grateful and blessed to listen and participate in each personal story on your healing journey. As an e-RYT expert-Registered Yoga Teacher (teaching since 1972), A body-mind-spirit orientation and the person-in-environment all inform a holistic perspective. I am using Sue Johnson's EFT (Emotionally-Focused Therapy), to work with couples .
Life transitions, anxiety, & trauma affect each person differently. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, 1984), Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy practitioner (2004), and 3-time breast cancer survivor it is my goal to guide and support each person's potential. Each day I feel honored, grateful and blessed to listen and participate in each personal story on your healing journey. As an e-RYT expert-Registered Yoga Teacher (teaching since 1972), A body-mind-spirit orientation and the person-in-environment all inform a holistic perspective. I am using Sue Johnson's EFT (Emotionally-Focused Therapy), to work with couples .
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Jordon Campbell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pennsauken, NJ 08109 (Online Only)
My passion is to work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds that are having a difficult time communicating their feelings and needs. I work closely with my clients to help them discover their innate coping skills while introducing a variety of others.Those that struggle in their relationships; whether it be with work, friends or a loved one, will gain support in creating and setting appropriate boundaries. I provide a space to work through trauma (sexual, racial, familial and work). I also provide clinical supervision for therapists seeking to expand and grow their mental health career
My passion is to work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds that are having a difficult time communicating their feelings and needs. I work closely with my clients to help them discover their innate coping skills while introducing a variety of others.Those that struggle in their relationships; whether it be with work, friends or a loved one, will gain support in creating and setting appropriate boundaries. I provide a space to work through trauma (sexual, racial, familial and work). I also provide clinical supervision for therapists seeking to expand and grow their mental health career
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Sheena Ford
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Pennsauken, NJ 08109 (Online Only)
As a parent of a struggling teen/ young adult, you often wonder what can be done to help them feel better. You have tried many things yet there has been little to no lasting improvement. Your child’s personality has changed, they have challenges with relationships, their interests have decreased and you worry that things might get worse. You know that your child has great potential to do great things but the way things are going, their future looks bleak. Seeking help can be scary, because you want to make sure that your child has someone they can talk to but feel like even this step is risky.
As a parent of a struggling teen/ young adult, you often wonder what can be done to help them feel better. You have tried many things yet there has been little to no lasting improvement. Your child’s personality has changed, they have challenges with relationships, their interests have decreased and you worry that things might get worse. You know that your child has great potential to do great things but the way things are going, their future looks bleak. Seeking help can be scary, because you want to make sure that your child has someone they can talk to but feel like even this step is risky.
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Amira M Bailey
Counselor, MS, BS, NCC
Verified Verified
Pennsauken, NJ 08109 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
In the balancing act of our energetic, emotional, spiritual, and psychological spaces, we often find ourselves struggling to produce the desired outcomes. We fight the transformational opportunities and trade them for outdated mindsets. We find ourselves repeating life lessons and losing inspiration along the way. What is the purpose? What is your meaning? Why do you persevere? Our internal motivations are responsible for our behaviors, but many of them are imbedded in the subconscious in need of a surface boost! With insight, we may heal.
In the balancing act of our energetic, emotional, spiritual, and psychological spaces, we often find ourselves struggling to produce the desired outcomes. We fight the transformational opportunities and trade them for outdated mindsets. We find ourselves repeating life lessons and losing inspiration along the way. What is the purpose? What is your meaning? Why do you persevere? Our internal motivations are responsible for our behaviors, but many of them are imbedded in the subconscious in need of a surface boost! With insight, we may heal.
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My speciality of marital and family therapy offer couples and families an opportunity to reconcile the most important relationships in a holding environment.
The clients I treat are individuals, teens, couples, and families. I provide them with a safe environment so they can feel comfortable discussing their issues and goals for therapy. Most often clients need to be able to trust their therapist with their feelings and know they wont be judged but lovingly supported by their therapist.
My speciality of marital and family therapy offer couples and families an opportunity to reconcile the most important relationships in a holding environment.
The clients I treat are individuals, teens, couples, and families. I provide them with a safe environment so they can feel comfortable discussing their issues and goals for therapy. Most often clients need to be able to trust their therapist with their feelings and know they wont be judged but lovingly supported by their therapist.
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Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with. Our Intake specialist will help
Getting to the root of your pain, learning to deal with it, building upon your strengths then learning to act versus react to people and events is the goal of our approach. We have a long history of working with diverse populations, who have developed varied problems: Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Marital, Parenting, Occupational, grief and more Our approach is to work with your strengths; help you to develop new views and skills and then organize them into a plan that works in obtaining your goals. As a psychotherapy group practice, we can see just about anyone no matter what you're dealing with. Our Intake specialist will help
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Robyn DeCosta
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08108
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I am dedicated to fostering healthier relationships and guiding individuals, couples, and families towards positive change. I create a safe space for open dialogue, helping you navigate challenges and discover resilience. I like to create a collaborative approach to ensure you're getting the most of our sessions together.
As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I am dedicated to fostering healthier relationships and guiding individuals, couples, and families towards positive change. I create a safe space for open dialogue, helping you navigate challenges and discover resilience. I like to create a collaborative approach to ensure you're getting the most of our sessions together.
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The Thrive Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT-S , CFTP
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
We understand that financial or work pressures, marital tension, family dynamics, the frenzied pace of the modern world and the new challenges brought by the pandemic and cultural shifts make parenting even more challenging.
The Thrive Network offers mental health services for the whole family. We are dedicated to the wellbeing of children, adults, adolescents, their families, and the communities that support them. All of us are shaped by the relationships in our lives. That’s why relationship is at the basis of everything we do. The courage to seek support during a difficult time should be met with respect and compassion. Our focus is making you comfortable so you can move through whatever current struggle you’re facing.
We understand that financial or work pressures, marital tension, family dynamics, the frenzied pace of the modern world and the new challenges brought by the pandemic and cultural shifts make parenting even more challenging.
The Thrive Network offers mental health services for the whole family. We are dedicated to the wellbeing of children, adults, adolescents, their families, and the communities that support them. All of us are shaped by the relationships in our lives. That’s why relationship is at the basis of everything we do. The courage to seek support during a difficult time should be met with respect and compassion. Our focus is making you comfortable so you can move through whatever current struggle you’re facing.
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I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Associate Counselor.
I enjoy working with couples to help them communicate and rediscover a love that builds beyond barriers. I also enjoy helping families learn to relate to one another and tackle problems as a team. I strive to equip clients with tools to cultivate greater self-awareness and overcome whatever obstacles they face. My approach takes into account counseling techniques that are incredibly useful in multicultural communities, helping clients to break free from old patterns and navigate new meaning in their life and relationships.
I am a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, and a Licensed Associate Counselor.
I enjoy working with couples to help them communicate and rediscover a love that builds beyond barriers. I also enjoy helping families learn to relate to one another and tackle problems as a team. I strive to equip clients with tools to cultivate greater self-awareness and overcome whatever obstacles they face. My approach takes into account counseling techniques that are incredibly useful in multicultural communities, helping clients to break free from old patterns and navigate new meaning in their life and relationships.
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I work with individuals and couples using cognitive and psychodynamic methods to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. I also offer life coaching to help you meet your goals and achieve greater life satisfaction. Relationship and marriage counseling focuses on rekindling friendship and improving communication. Our focus will be reducing mental health symptoms, clearing the roadblocks preventing you from accomplishing goals, and helping you move toward greater happiness and contentment. Meetings are available at the New Jersey Therapy and Life Coaching Voorhees NJ office or online.
I work with individuals and couples using cognitive and psychodynamic methods to treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health problems. I also offer life coaching to help you meet your goals and achieve greater life satisfaction. Relationship and marriage counseling focuses on rekindling friendship and improving communication. Our focus will be reducing mental health symptoms, clearing the roadblocks preventing you from accomplishing goals, and helping you move toward greater happiness and contentment. Meetings are available at the New Jersey Therapy and Life Coaching Voorhees NJ office or online.
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I have 23 years of training and experience working with adults who struggle with low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and anger. I'm also very experienced with clients working on transitions such as going to college, new job, marriage, starting a family, a divorce, or coping with a past or recent trauma. I've worked for many years in drug treatment too. I think clients are looking for a way to gain insight and awareness of how challenges effect their thinking, and want to learn new skills to improve how they feel and function in the world.
I have 23 years of training and experience working with adults who struggle with low self-esteem, imposter syndrome, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and anger. I'm also very experienced with clients working on transitions such as going to college, new job, marriage, starting a family, a divorce, or coping with a past or recent trauma. I've worked for many years in drug treatment too. I think clients are looking for a way to gain insight and awareness of how challenges effect their thinking, and want to learn new skills to improve how they feel and function in the world.
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Marsha Vaughn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PCMH, LCPC
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Online Only)
Are you navigating through life transitions: new career, empty nest, divorce, change in health or the loss of a loved one? Want to resolve marital conflict and gain new parenting approaches? Or manage life challenges including toxic relationships or work environments and race-based trauma?
Are you navigating through life transitions: new career, empty nest, divorce, change in health or the loss of a loved one? Want to resolve marital conflict and gain new parenting approaches? Or manage life challenges including toxic relationships or work environments and race-based trauma?
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Clinical focus includes: relationship and marriage therapy, communication enhancement, interracial/intercultural couples, child-parent problems, and Men's issues.
Dealing with emotional or relationship problems, or perhaps a traumatic life experience alone can be challenging and isolating. There comes a time in many of our lives when getting help from a professional may be imperative. When choosing a therapist, their wisdom, life experience, empathy and connection with you are crucial as they will teach you the skills you need to better manage life. I believe I possess these qualities and impart them in each professional relationship whether it is with an individual, couple or a family. Therapy occurs in a safe and confidential environment.
Clinical focus includes: relationship and marriage therapy, communication enhancement, interracial/intercultural couples, child-parent problems, and Men's issues.
Dealing with emotional or relationship problems, or perhaps a traumatic life experience alone can be challenging and isolating. There comes a time in many of our lives when getting help from a professional may be imperative. When choosing a therapist, their wisdom, life experience, empathy and connection with you are crucial as they will teach you the skills you need to better manage life. I believe I possess these qualities and impart them in each professional relationship whether it is with an individual, couple or a family. Therapy occurs in a safe and confidential environment.
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The Center for Growth/Sex Therapy in Philadelphia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CAS, MSW, ACSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Robboy earned her Master's degree in Social Work,,a Certificate in Home and School Social Work, a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Human Sexuality Education and a Post-Masters Certificate in Marriage Counseling & Sex Therapy.
Alex Caroline Robboy, CAS, MSW, ACSW, LCSW is the founder of the Center for Growth Inc, a 30 + therapist group practice in 4 states. She has 20+ years of experience working with children and adults who are struggling to overcome sexual disorders, postpartum depression, grief, panic, chronic pain, depression, anger, anxiety, shame. trauma, tourettes and addiction. She focuses on individuals, couples and family therapy. Therapists at Alex's practice are able to see clients for as low as 50$. You cam self schedule online at her website.
Robboy earned her Master's degree in Social Work,,a Certificate in Home and School Social Work, a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Human Sexuality Education and a Post-Masters Certificate in Marriage Counseling & Sex Therapy.
Alex Caroline Robboy, CAS, MSW, ACSW, LCSW is the founder of the Center for Growth Inc, a 30 + therapist group practice in 4 states. She has 20+ years of experience working with children and adults who are struggling to overcome sexual disorders, postpartum depression, grief, panic, chronic pain, depression, anger, anxiety, shame. trauma, tourettes and addiction. She focuses on individuals, couples and family therapy. Therapists at Alex's practice are able to see clients for as low as 50$. You cam self schedule online at her website.
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River In Eden Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 (Online Only)
I specialize in various areas to include anxiety and depression, dissociative disorders, couples work/relationship issues, marital/pre-marital counseling, self-esteem, self-love, and high profile clients.
Hi, I'm Shonda R. Brooks, MA, LPC, NCC, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in NJ, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), certified Prepare/Enrich Trainer and Facilitator, and am level 1 & 2 EMDR trained. I have experience in counseling individuals, groups, families, and couples. I also work specifically with high profile clients having experience with musicians, actors, politicians, professional sports players, and more. I pride myself on maintaining confidentiality; noting the increased need for privacy and awareness of the constraints various industries have on the high-profile client.
I specialize in various areas to include anxiety and depression, dissociative disorders, couples work/relationship issues, marital/pre-marital counseling, self-esteem, self-love, and high profile clients.
Hi, I'm Shonda R. Brooks, MA, LPC, NCC, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in NJ, a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC), certified Prepare/Enrich Trainer and Facilitator, and am level 1 & 2 EMDR trained. I have experience in counseling individuals, groups, families, and couples. I also work specifically with high profile clients having experience with musicians, actors, politicians, professional sports players, and more. I pride myself on maintaining confidentiality; noting the increased need for privacy and awareness of the constraints various industries have on the high-profile client.
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Common issues are: depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationships, addictions, codepedency, self-image & self-worth, abuse, spiritual concerns, loss of faith, etc.
At LFC our core values are described in the acronym of R.E.A.C.H. R = Relationships: building a healthy relationship with Jesus to have healthy relationship with others. E = Empathy & Compassion: all our counselors have experienced their own trials and tribulations in life. A = Acceptance: We believe God created us all uniquely and all individuals respond differently to their environment, others and situations. C = Confidentiality: confidentiality is of utmost importance. H = Healing: the ultimate goal in our counseling is to bring healing to mind, body and spirit.
Common issues are: depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationships, addictions, codepedency, self-image & self-worth, abuse, spiritual concerns, loss of faith, etc.
At LFC our core values are described in the acronym of R.E.A.C.H. R = Relationships: building a healthy relationship with Jesus to have healthy relationship with others. E = Empathy & Compassion: all our counselors have experienced their own trials and tribulations in life. A = Acceptance: We believe God created us all uniquely and all individuals respond differently to their environment, others and situations. C = Confidentiality: confidentiality is of utmost importance. H = Healing: the ultimate goal in our counseling is to bring healing to mind, body and spirit.
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Marriage Counseling Therapists
How does marriage counseling work?
Marriage counseling works by teaching couples concrete skills to communicate with one another and solve disagreements in healthy ways. A trained mental health professional works with both members of a couple to explore difficulties the couple may be having and helps them develop skills to address these matters. Couples who don’t have any difficulties but want to prepare for marriage may develop skills for the future.
How long does marriage counseling typically last?
Marriage counseling is a short-term form of therapy; the process may last between four and eight sessions. Other forms of relationship guidance from mental health professionals, such as couples therapy, are longer lasting, may focus on the past rather than just the present, and are tailored to the individual couple and their emotions, history, and patterns in the relationship. Couples therapy often lasts for 12 weeks or longer.
Is marriage counseling effective?
Marriage counseling helps many couples develop relationship skills that may not have been acquired or tested in a relationship; partners may be better able to communicate and address conflict following counseling. However, there are many different forms of marriage counseling, and this form of counseling does not have as strong an evidence base as other modalities such as couples therapy.
Is marriage counseling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Yes, marriage counseling can still be effective if one partner convinces the other to engage in the process. Of course, whether counseling is effective depends on the couple’s commitment to work on their relationship; however, the short-term, skills-based nature of marriage counseling makes it a relatively easy “ask” of a partner, and the hesitant individual may see its value once counseling begins.