Trauma and PTSD Therapists in Piscataway, NJ

Hello, do any of the these statements sound like what you are going through? Replaying the past or rehearsing the future. Difficulty adjusting to a transition ,even a positive change can be difficult. Struggling in your relationships, or struggling internally. You feel like you can't keep up with all the stressors and pressures in your life. You are barely holding on. These are some of the reasons you may be considering therapy. I know it can be really hard to decide to try therapy, and to take the leap to make that first call/email. Psychotherapy can open the door for you to live your life with clarity and a true sense of peace.

I help individuals improve their response to daily life stressors, manage anxiety and depression symptoms, recover from childhood or adult trauma, maintain a recovery-oriented lifestyle, and address pending substance related legal matters (drug convictions, DUI/DWI). I help families address the shame and stigma of having a loved one incarcerated, experiencing a substance use condition, or mental health diagnosis build their resilience and establish healthy boundaries.

I have a passion for helping clients to deeply understand and accept themselves. I emphasize a person-centered, trauma-informed approach with knowledge of grief and loss, anxiety, and depression. I love offering hope and healing to clients who may have suffered for years with unresolved trauma. It is exciting to see clients transform from feeling downcast, depressed, and hopeless to seeing their experiences in a more balanced and accepting way; allowing them to move forward and live a more rewarding and satisfying life.

I provide a safe place with an empathetic listening ear to empower people to make the necessary changes to find inner peace and improve their relationships and quality of life. I encourage people to use self-care and relaxation techniques, healthy boundaries, and practical changes to improve their relationship with themselves and others. With this comes improved emotional and psychological well-being while recovering from trauma, and stress, and working through life transitions and family conflict.

I’ve spent my whole life in search of an understanding of myself, other people, and the systems around me. I have studied biology, religion, psychology, energy medicine, shamanic healing, holistic healing, and natural health. Healing comes by creating connections across all these systems in all time and space. While studying family systems theory, I’ve found explanations for the unhealthy patterns in my own family. I’ve often felt alone, misunderstood, and stuck in life. When I connected feelings in my body to past trauma, my past, and the past of my culture and its systems, I could make life-changing shifts.

Congratulations on taking the bold step to healing and knowing yourself better, which leads to you feeling empowered and having more control over your life! My clinical practice is rooted in trauma-informed care with populations across the lifespan (childhood through adulthood). I possess a wide range of clinical experience, with adults experiencing severe mental health concerns, college students in multiple settings children, adolescents & families in mental health agencies and school settings. Each experience has provided me with a strong counseling skillset.

I am a strength-based psychotherapist with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma. I believe that we all have the power to reach our goals and full potential but sometimes our emotional health gets in the way. I can help you learn how to manage your emotions, cope with daily stressors, work through self-doubt, trauma, and more. My goal is to create a calm, open, and non-judgmental space where individuals can grow and share.​

W.O.W. Counseling was created to assist you overcome challenges and achieve personal goals. For persons who feel stressed out by issues that are never-ending, who are coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, loss, debilitating shame, relationship issues, career challenges, or other life transitions; WOW Counseling can help you process, validate, and if necessary, reframe your experiences, as you learn new, positive behaviors, and make changes. For those interested in Christian-based counseling, I am able to help you integrate biblical principles in your therapeutic work.

While offering online only right now, I work mostly with kids and teens. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, parent support. I work with your family to make sure we are addressing all areas that may contribute to the current stressor. This is done supportively, collaboratively, and with a lot of positivity and encouragement.

For people who have experienced anxiety, persistent stress or trauma— one of the greatest fears is feeling helpless to a pattern that keeps repeating itself over and over. In our painful search for relief, we might feel lonely and disconnected from friends/family. In the process, we might wear a “mask” to please others. The moments of self-doubt can leave us uncertain about our authentic voice and question whether we can truly trust ourselves. You deserve to feel acceptance and security within yourself. I believe our work together can help you move towards a life of meaningful healing and growth.

Jessica Glassman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York who has been practicing since 2017. She graduated from Hunter College School of Social Work in 2009. Jessica has worked with individuals of all ages and backgrounds in a variety of settings. She utilizes various treatment modalities, including CBT, solution focused, trauma informed, and attachment-based therapies. Jessica's approach is relaxed and patient, with the goal of encouraging the individual to be as authentic as possible, in an affirming and safe environment. Outside of work, Jessica is a drummer, foodie, and likes working out and yoga.

My treatment approach is holistic and client-centered. My primary goal is to create a safe relationship where you feel heard and valued. I believe success is best achieved through a collaborative approach to treatment. I will remain dedicated to walking alongside you while you achieve your goals. I strive to provide high-quality and compassionate services that are tailored to each individual's specific needs. I value acceptance, open communication, compassion, honesty, integrity, and equity in the treatment of all individuals I serve.

The focus is on what is of most importance to an individual. My clinical perspective is warm, genuine, non-judgmental, Strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I am focused on the here and now and I want to know what is important to you and how we can move you towards your mental wellness goals. Overall, I have diverse experiences revolving around my desire to continue to empower individuals to find their most authentic selves. I help my clients build greater self-awareness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I have addressed a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma.

Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.

Rebecca Burns is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in the state of New Jersey. Rebecca earned her Bachelor's degree from Fordham University. She later went on to receive her Masters in Social Work degree from Rutgers University. Rebecca is trained and certified in cognitive-based therapies, including CBT and TF-CBT.

I am committed to guiding and supporting clients on their life journey to finding love, joy peace and self acceptance by providing them with tools for a spiritually, emotionally and psychologically and personally well balanced existence.

Are you or your loved one experiencing difficulty managing emotions, chaotic relationships, overwhelming stress, or high risk behaviors? Have other treatments been unsuccessful? We offer evidenced based treatments designed to help you gain control of your life and adopt healthy and balanced thinking/behaviors. Individuals will gain greater awareness of self, ability to manage emotions, improve relationships, and build a life worth living. We offer a safe environment, personalized treatment plans, and are dedicated to helping you reach your personal goals.

Hello and welcome! I'm Tony and thank you for trusting me with your mental health! Are you struggling with the balance of daily life stressors of family, work, and/or school? Are you not engaging in activities that once brought you joy? If you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, I am here to help. I help clients struggling with anger, aggressive behaviors, drug addiction, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, trauma, school stress, and many other adjustment-related struggles. Over the past 10 years, I have worked with all ages in the community, outpatient, inpatient, and residential treatment settings.

I believe that one of the greatest weapons against stress, fear, and other life challenges is our ability to choose one thought over another. My job is to help you navigate life’s ups and downs by tapping into your own strengths and abilities, because you are truly the expert in your own story. My diverse cultural background and passion for empowerment and advocacy serves as a guiding force in treating my clients with respect and dignity.