Existential Therapists in Red Bank, NJ
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Life transitions can create extreme stress as well as profound opportunity. Relationships that we depend on; with our spouse, parents, children, colleagues inevitably change and may benefit from a fresh perspective. My expertise enables us to examine these relationships with compassion, facilitating insight that can lead to change. I received a doctorate in psychology and religion as well as formal training in individual, marriage and family therapy. I have 25+ years of experience offering relational psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups.
Life transitions can create extreme stress as well as profound opportunity. Relationships that we depend on; with our spouse, parents, children, colleagues inevitably change and may benefit from a fresh perspective. My expertise enables us to examine these relationships with compassion, facilitating insight that can lead to change. I received a doctorate in psychology and religion as well as formal training in individual, marriage and family therapy. I have 25+ years of experience offering relational psychotherapy to individuals, couples, families and groups.
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Travis Manrique
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07701 (Online Only)
The human condition is indeed a complex topic. However, I have found that individuals across cultures have an innate tendency to think in unhelpful ways and engage in acts of self-defeat, even though they are trying not to! Common self-defeating behaviors that I help many people with include: avoidance/decision conflicts, isolation, procrastination, passive and/or aggressive communication, substance, sex, gambling, and technology addiction. Self-defeating behaviors are often closely linked to unhealthy negative emotions that you may also be experiencing such as: depression, anxiety, anger, guilt, shame, hurt, envy, and jealousy.
The human condition is indeed a complex topic. However, I have found that individuals across cultures have an innate tendency to think in unhelpful ways and engage in acts of self-defeat, even though they are trying not to! Common self-defeating behaviors that I help many people with include: avoidance/decision conflicts, isolation, procrastination, passive and/or aggressive communication, substance, sex, gambling, and technology addiction. Self-defeating behaviors are often closely linked to unhealthy negative emotions that you may also be experiencing such as: depression, anxiety, anger, guilt, shame, hurt, envy, and jealousy.
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Nancy Intilli Mertens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, ATR, BC
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701
I can rattle on about my 30 years of experience and training and all of that but it’s not what drives my passion and love for this work. I believe in the healing power of relationship itself. Building trust and sharing human connection is what creates the safe bond that is necessary for processing pain, trauma, and all of the other stuff of life! How’s that for clinical jargon?! What I want to convey is love above all else, which you will find here in our work together. And not to worry, loving and receiving love can be hard especially if you've struggled in your life. Learning how to love will become your greatest superpower.
I can rattle on about my 30 years of experience and training and all of that but it’s not what drives my passion and love for this work. I believe in the healing power of relationship itself. Building trust and sharing human connection is what creates the safe bond that is necessary for processing pain, trauma, and all of the other stuff of life! How’s that for clinical jargon?! What I want to convey is love above all else, which you will find here in our work together. And not to worry, loving and receiving love can be hard especially if you've struggled in your life. Learning how to love will become your greatest superpower.
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Maintaining our mental wellness is just as important as maintaining our physical wellness. Perhaps you are facing a major loss or are having trouble finding motivation to carry out daily tasks of life. For some, there has been a major life event which has left you feeling helpless or without direction. For any person coming into my office, my goal is to create a space which is calming, open, and safe. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing grief and loss, low motivation, anxiety, depression, and major life changes.
Maintaining our mental wellness is just as important as maintaining our physical wellness. Perhaps you are facing a major loss or are having trouble finding motivation to carry out daily tasks of life. For some, there has been a major life event which has left you feeling helpless or without direction. For any person coming into my office, my goal is to create a space which is calming, open, and safe. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing grief and loss, low motivation, anxiety, depression, and major life changes.
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Kristen Accisano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCM
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701
We experience life transitions and periods of loss and grief throughout our lives. I am particularly interested helping you with the issues that we experience as we grow older and also in helping families cope with those issues that we face as our loved ones age. Caring for loved ones with aging disorders such as dementia can create chronic stress, anxiety, depression and burnout for even the most capable. You may be feeling unable to care for yourself, your own family and career. If you are feeling depleted and overwhelmed we can work collaboratively to discover a story of change, resilience, and hope.
We experience life transitions and periods of loss and grief throughout our lives. I am particularly interested helping you with the issues that we experience as we grow older and also in helping families cope with those issues that we face as our loved ones age. Caring for loved ones with aging disorders such as dementia can create chronic stress, anxiety, depression and burnout for even the most capable. You may be feeling unable to care for yourself, your own family and career. If you are feeling depleted and overwhelmed we can work collaboratively to discover a story of change, resilience, and hope.
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In my professional capacity as a licensed social worker and psychotherapist, I have had the honor to accompany persons of all ages and backgrounds in their quest for insight and self-discovery. I believe that trust and vulnerability are at the core of the client-therapist relationship and that the client’s innate wisdom and judgment rule supreme. With that in mind, strategies and interventions in achieving clearly defined yet dynamic goals arise through a process of critical inquiry. In this process, I have witnessed individuals redefine and recreate who they are as they move toward greater lucidity and self-fulfillment.
In my professional capacity as a licensed social worker and psychotherapist, I have had the honor to accompany persons of all ages and backgrounds in their quest for insight and self-discovery. I believe that trust and vulnerability are at the core of the client-therapist relationship and that the client’s innate wisdom and judgment rule supreme. With that in mind, strategies and interventions in achieving clearly defined yet dynamic goals arise through a process of critical inquiry. In this process, I have witnessed individuals redefine and recreate who they are as they move toward greater lucidity and self-fulfillment.
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I'm Helena Gage, a licensed clinical social worker, having earned my Masters in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2018. With years of experience, I've supported adolescents and adults facing various mental health and substance use challenges, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and more. My approach involves meeting clients where they are in life and aiding them in achieving their treatment goals.
I'm Helena Gage, a licensed clinical social worker, having earned my Masters in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2018. With years of experience, I've supported adolescents and adults facing various mental health and substance use challenges, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and more. My approach involves meeting clients where they are in life and aiding them in achieving their treatment goals.
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Emily Wooley Board Certified - Licensed Art Therapist
Art Therapist, MPS, ATR-BC, LPAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Here you are. A gem; ready to shine brightly. I applaud your efforts in taking the steps on your journey towards emotional well-being. Are you wanting to break through limiting beliefs, enhance self-esteem, and increase emotional wellness? Do you want to build and heal your relationships with self and others? Then you, or your loved one is an ideal candidate for art therapy. Working with both adults and children, I use the premise of the Four Cs - Creativity, Compassion, Communication, and Care.
Here you are. A gem; ready to shine brightly. I applaud your efforts in taking the steps on your journey towards emotional well-being. Are you wanting to break through limiting beliefs, enhance self-esteem, and increase emotional wellness? Do you want to build and heal your relationships with self and others? Then you, or your loved one is an ideal candidate for art therapy. Working with both adults and children, I use the premise of the Four Cs - Creativity, Compassion, Communication, and Care.
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Jessica Bigelsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701 (Online Only)
There is no on-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed space for you to feel comfortable and work collaboratively with me through psychodynamic approaches to individual and relationship therapy.
There is no on-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental, culturally sensitive and trauma-informed space for you to feel comfortable and work collaboratively with me through psychodynamic approaches to individual and relationship therapy.
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I work with clients who are feeling stuck, isolated, and/or experience anxiety, depression, co-occurring diagnoses, and/or trauma. Clients who are looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others. As well as seeking to support to improve their coping skills and self-care, especially while facing significant life changes.
I work with clients who are feeling stuck, isolated, and/or experience anxiety, depression, co-occurring diagnoses, and/or trauma. Clients who are looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others. As well as seeking to support to improve their coping skills and self-care, especially while facing significant life changes.
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I am a licensed professional counselor with a proven track record of assisting individuals, couples and families overcome the challenges in their lives. The focus of treatment is to quickly find ways to alleviate distress and resolve the issues at hand while building strength and resilience in an environment of safety and understanding. Whatever the issue, however overwhelming the emotion there is a way forward and a path to a better experience of life.
I am a licensed professional counselor with a proven track record of assisting individuals, couples and families overcome the challenges in their lives. The focus of treatment is to quickly find ways to alleviate distress and resolve the issues at hand while building strength and resilience in an environment of safety and understanding. Whatever the issue, however overwhelming the emotion there is a way forward and a path to a better experience of life.
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Lauren Muniz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07702 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I want to acknowledge your courage in taking steps towards improving your mental health and wellbeing. You may have found yourself here because you are seeking something - maybe relief from emotional pain, clarity of your goals, or support during a difficult time. Perhaps you are stressed by the demands of work or school, or are having challenges coping with global issues or changes in your life. Maybe you are noticing that uncomfortable feelings like anxiety or sadness are becoming more constant and impacting your functioning or relationships. I want you to know that whatever your "mountain" is, you don't have to climb it alone.
I want to acknowledge your courage in taking steps towards improving your mental health and wellbeing. You may have found yourself here because you are seeking something - maybe relief from emotional pain, clarity of your goals, or support during a difficult time. Perhaps you are stressed by the demands of work or school, or are having challenges coping with global issues or changes in your life. Maybe you are noticing that uncomfortable feelings like anxiety or sadness are becoming more constant and impacting your functioning or relationships. I want you to know that whatever your "mountain" is, you don't have to climb it alone.
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Modern Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07702 (Online Only)
We're a talk therapy practice that offers the expertise of clinically licensed professionals in a way that is tailored to your unique needs. Let's face it, finding a therapist to work with can be difficult. Our goal is to make the process of finding and working with a therapist as easy and convenient for you as possible. That's why we offer therapy exclusively online via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. We work with children, teens, college students, and adults to help make life the best it can be.
We're a talk therapy practice that offers the expertise of clinically licensed professionals in a way that is tailored to your unique needs. Let's face it, finding a therapist to work with can be difficult. Our goal is to make the process of finding and working with a therapist as easy and convenient for you as possible. That's why we offer therapy exclusively online via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. We work with children, teens, college students, and adults to help make life the best it can be.
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It usually takes couples about 6 years to get help for problems in their relationship or marriage. While there are many reasons for that, it is a long time to be unhappy. Life doesn’t offer us training for maintaining happiness alongside another person. Couples/marriage counseling works, even after infidelity. Sexual and intimate issues are also common but difficult to discuss. I have many years of experience and training regarding these life experiences. I create a safe and comfortable environment for addressing them. For individuals, I deal with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, sexuality, and recovery from addiction.
It usually takes couples about 6 years to get help for problems in their relationship or marriage. While there are many reasons for that, it is a long time to be unhappy. Life doesn’t offer us training for maintaining happiness alongside another person. Couples/marriage counseling works, even after infidelity. Sexual and intimate issues are also common but difficult to discuss. I have many years of experience and training regarding these life experiences. I create a safe and comfortable environment for addressing them. For individuals, I deal with relationship issues, depression, anxiety, sexuality, and recovery from addiction.
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Glenn Peter Hofferber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Welcome! I'm Glenn, a seasoned Couples Counselor dedicated to fostering thriving relationships. With a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a passion for guiding couples, I specialize in rekindling intimacy, enhancing communication, and navigating conflicts to rebuild lasting connections. My approach combines evidence-based therapies and a client-centered focus to address relationship challenges. I prioritize creating a safe space for open dialogue, trust-building, and empowering couples with practical tools to reignite passion and mutual understanding.
Welcome! I'm Glenn, a seasoned Couples Counselor dedicated to fostering thriving relationships. With a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and a passion for guiding couples, I specialize in rekindling intimacy, enhancing communication, and navigating conflicts to rebuild lasting connections. My approach combines evidence-based therapies and a client-centered focus to address relationship challenges. I prioritize creating a safe space for open dialogue, trust-building, and empowering couples with practical tools to reignite passion and mutual understanding.
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Matthew Donohue
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07702 (Online Only)
The price of therapy should not be anxiety provoking. Are you wrestling with feelings of depression or anxiety? Is your consumption of alcohol becoming a problem? As we work together in therapy, we can uncover the reasons for these emotions and behaviors. Sometimes these maladaptive coping mechanisms can stem from past trauma or deeper wounds. I am committed to working with you on your journey to become the best version of yourself.
The price of therapy should not be anxiety provoking. Are you wrestling with feelings of depression or anxiety? Is your consumption of alcohol becoming a problem? As we work together in therapy, we can uncover the reasons for these emotions and behaviors. Sometimes these maladaptive coping mechanisms can stem from past trauma or deeper wounds. I am committed to working with you on your journey to become the best version of yourself.
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Kelly Passanisi
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07701
It is my belief that all people can benefit from the counseling experience as they navigate through the often difficult obstacles in life. Counseling offers the opportunity to receive unbiased feedback, positive support, new coping skills and life skills to help overcome and manage the difficulties we face in life. Some of the many areas of personal growth counseling can help to improve include self-esteem, self-love, confidence, assertiveness, and communication. In hopes of assisting you to narrow your search in finding the right counselor, allow me to tell you about myself.
It is my belief that all people can benefit from the counseling experience as they navigate through the often difficult obstacles in life. Counseling offers the opportunity to receive unbiased feedback, positive support, new coping skills and life skills to help overcome and manage the difficulties we face in life. Some of the many areas of personal growth counseling can help to improve include self-esteem, self-love, confidence, assertiveness, and communication. In hopes of assisting you to narrow your search in finding the right counselor, allow me to tell you about myself.
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Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07701
First - welcome. The path to pursuing therapy and facing life’s challenges (both new and old) may feel daunting. You’re no longer holding your anxiety, worries, grief, stress and sadness alone. I’m here to help. A little about me: My name is Meghan and I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor and National Certified Counselor. Stepping into a session with me would look like harnessing your authentic self, and having me meet you there as a clinician. I utilize a strength-based approach to my therapeutic practice. Empathy, honesty, open-mindedness, challenge and kindness are used throughout the process.
First - welcome. The path to pursuing therapy and facing life’s challenges (both new and old) may feel daunting. You’re no longer holding your anxiety, worries, grief, stress and sadness alone. I’m here to help. A little about me: My name is Meghan and I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor and National Certified Counselor. Stepping into a session with me would look like harnessing your authentic self, and having me meet you there as a clinician. I utilize a strength-based approach to my therapeutic practice. Empathy, honesty, open-mindedness, challenge and kindness are used throughout the process.
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Susana Pestana-Szwarc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Every person has the potential to create positive change in their life. Often many things get in way to achieve those goals, such trauma, depression, anxiety and fear. Far too often we struggle internally and not knowing where to turn. When life gets hard it is always wonderful to have someone there to help walk alongside with you through the hardships in life. My goal is to make this therapeutic experience as pleasing and positive for you. I am here to guide you through those hard patches along the way based on your needs.
Every person has the potential to create positive change in their life. Often many things get in way to achieve those goals, such trauma, depression, anxiety and fear. Far too often we struggle internally and not knowing where to turn. When life gets hard it is always wonderful to have someone there to help walk alongside with you through the hardships in life. My goal is to make this therapeutic experience as pleasing and positive for you. I am here to guide you through those hard patches along the way based on your needs.
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Jay Hochheiser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Red Bank, NJ 07701
Not accepting new clients
I have discovered that the key to effective therapy does not lie in any particular method, but rather the authenticity of the relationship. Effective treatment relies on listening to people in the deepest possible way; listening for an individual to tell me what they really want and need, and how they will best be able to receive that. One really has to know how to speak respectfully, and in accordance with the client's world view. Only then can the creative process begin, whereby that person can access new ways of seeing and sensing themselves and the world around them.
I have discovered that the key to effective therapy does not lie in any particular method, but rather the authenticity of the relationship. Effective treatment relies on listening to people in the deepest possible way; listening for an individual to tell me what they really want and need, and how they will best be able to receive that. One really has to know how to speak respectfully, and in accordance with the client's world view. Only then can the creative process begin, whereby that person can access new ways of seeing and sensing themselves and the world around them.
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