Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Springfield, NJ

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David Aichroth LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, AMTP
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
In therapy I use evidenced based practices which includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, 12-step based work, and Mindfulness both formal and informal.
Currently accepting new clients - Are you feeling depressed and anxious? Are you struggling with gambling, alcohol, shopping, drug addiction? If so don't hesitate to call. I am both a licensed clinical social worker and a licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor in the state of NJ. My 23 years of experience is primarily focused on treating individuals and families struggling with mental health issues (depression, anxiety, etc.) and or addiction.
In therapy I use evidenced based practices which includes CBT, Motivational Interviewing, 12-step based work, and Mindfulness both formal and informal.
Currently accepting new clients - Are you feeling depressed and anxious? Are you struggling with gambling, alcohol, shopping, drug addiction? If so don't hesitate to call. I am both a licensed clinical social worker and a licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor in the state of NJ. My 23 years of experience is primarily focused on treating individuals and families struggling with mental health issues (depression, anxiety, etc.) and or addiction.
(631) 779-1081 View (631) 779-1081
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Dana DeCarlo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Dana is passionate about her experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, special education needs, teen issues, emotional regulation, life adjustments/ transitions, and interpersonal relationships. Using a strengths based, eclectic approach, Dana draws from several evidenced based modalities including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, and Psychodynamic Therapy while valuing that each client has their own unique qualities and needs.
Dana is passionate about her experience working with adolescents, young adults, and families struggling with ADHD, anxiety, depression, special education needs, teen issues, emotional regulation, life adjustments/ transitions, and interpersonal relationships. Using a strengths based, eclectic approach, Dana draws from several evidenced based modalities including but not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, and Psychodynamic Therapy while valuing that each client has their own unique qualities and needs.
(908) 867-9028 View (908) 867-9028
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Elizabeth Thel
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
I enjoy working with children, teens and adults. Most of my experience has been in the home and school setting, working with children and teens who experience anxiety, depression, developmental disabilities and behavioral concerns. Most of my clients strive to develop skills to work on emotional regulation and improve their interpersonal relationships. Working with individuals in a variety of settings has given me the perspective on the importance of understanding the influence of different environments on a client's life.
I enjoy working with children, teens and adults. Most of my experience has been in the home and school setting, working with children and teens who experience anxiety, depression, developmental disabilities and behavioral concerns. Most of my clients strive to develop skills to work on emotional regulation and improve their interpersonal relationships. Working with individuals in a variety of settings has given me the perspective on the importance of understanding the influence of different environments on a client's life.
(973) 559-2853 View (973) 559-2853
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Evolution Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Evolution Counseling and Wellness is a dynamic telehealth group practice, providing support throughout the State of New Jersey. We consist of a team of dedicated and committed clinicians with a wealth of experience working with people of all ages, including couples and families. We provide support to those struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, family conflicts, parenting support and many other areas.
Evolution Counseling and Wellness is a dynamic telehealth group practice, providing support throughout the State of New Jersey. We consist of a team of dedicated and committed clinicians with a wealth of experience working with people of all ages, including couples and families. We provide support to those struggling with depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, family conflicts, parenting support and many other areas.
(973) 791-7378 View (973) 791-7378
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Benjamin Warehime
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
It is inevitable that our lives are consumed with daily challenges and obstacles. For each of us, our ability to manage those challenges differs; or, we settle and adapt much to the detriment of our emotional wellbeing and feeling as though there is no end in sight. Therapy provides an opportunity to examine those challenges and reframe them into a new, positive perspective. When we are able to see our way through and discover solutions to those problems from a position of strength, it can take on a whole new meaning.
It is inevitable that our lives are consumed with daily challenges and obstacles. For each of us, our ability to manage those challenges differs; or, we settle and adapt much to the detriment of our emotional wellbeing and feeling as though there is no end in sight. Therapy provides an opportunity to examine those challenges and reframe them into a new, positive perspective. When we are able to see our way through and discover solutions to those problems from a position of strength, it can take on a whole new meaning.
(973) 910-8300 View (973) 910-8300
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Kevin Capriolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Emotions are powerful and can feel paralyzing at times. The path forward is sometimes difficult to navigate and it's not uncommon to need support along the way. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and overall stressful life situations that impact your self esteem and wellbeing. I specialize in helping people learn how to regulate your mood and make positive change.
Emotions are powerful and can feel paralyzing at times. The path forward is sometimes difficult to navigate and it's not uncommon to need support along the way. I enjoy working with adults and couples who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and overall stressful life situations that impact your self esteem and wellbeing. I specialize in helping people learn how to regulate your mood and make positive change.
(973) 397-5339 View (973) 397-5339
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Tricia Kostin
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Anxiety and depression can be crippling but you don't have to face it alone. When everything seems to go wrong what do you do? Probably the same things you always do because those behaviors are comfortable and familiar, not necessarily right. Now is the time to make different choices to support the life you want, even if you aren't sure what that life can look like. Call today to get started on making the necessary changes to improve your life.
Anxiety and depression can be crippling but you don't have to face it alone. When everything seems to go wrong what do you do? Probably the same things you always do because those behaviors are comfortable and familiar, not necessarily right. Now is the time to make different choices to support the life you want, even if you aren't sure what that life can look like. Call today to get started on making the necessary changes to improve your life.
(862) 259-7182 View (862) 259-7182
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Amanda Guide
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081  (Online Only)
I know one of the most important pieces in creating a successful therapeutic and safe space is creating a healthy and understanding relationship with all clients. Therefore, I fully believe in an individualistic approach, as I remain consciously aware that each individual is different and what might work for one will likely not work for all.
I know one of the most important pieces in creating a successful therapeutic and safe space is creating a healthy and understanding relationship with all clients. Therefore, I fully believe in an individualistic approach, as I remain consciously aware that each individual is different and what might work for one will likely not work for all.
(973) 874-1332 View (973) 874-1332
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Cerissa Durr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
I understand that life can be hard. Some days can be incredibly enjoyable, rewarding, and simply beautiful, yet other days can be painful. Figuring out how to navigate life without losing ourselves, is one of the greatest challenges we will endure. My goal is to help you navigate your journey, find and speak your truth, and help you live the life you are happy and at peace with.
I understand that life can be hard. Some days can be incredibly enjoyable, rewarding, and simply beautiful, yet other days can be painful. Figuring out how to navigate life without losing ourselves, is one of the greatest challenges we will endure. My goal is to help you navigate your journey, find and speak your truth, and help you live the life you are happy and at peace with.
(973) 358-8736 View (973) 358-8736
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Jennifer Perera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Accepting New Clients! Are you pregnant but not feeling like yourself? Or a new mom who feels like you are failing in the parenting business? Feel like you get upset with your partner for what seems to be “small things"? Perhaps you are trying desperately to get pregnant only to be faced with infertility or recurring miscarriages. Depression in women is quite common, we just don’t go around talking about it. We put on a happy face and do what we feel is expected of us. But statistics tell us that approximately 20% of women experience depression or anxiety while pregnant or just after having a baby.
Accepting New Clients! Are you pregnant but not feeling like yourself? Or a new mom who feels like you are failing in the parenting business? Feel like you get upset with your partner for what seems to be “small things"? Perhaps you are trying desperately to get pregnant only to be faced with infertility or recurring miscarriages. Depression in women is quite common, we just don’t go around talking about it. We put on a happy face and do what we feel is expected of us. But statistics tell us that approximately 20% of women experience depression or anxiety while pregnant or just after having a baby.
(973) 358-7636 View (973) 358-7636
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Mary Toolan
Psychologist, PsyD, EdS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
As a Licensed Psychologist and certified School Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience, I can support you as you explore your unique circumstances. I specialize in helping adults, adolescents, couples and children cope more effectively with conflict, short and long term distress, anxiety, and depression using a range of therapeutic approaches. If needed, I can also conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations to identify personal strengths, attention/focus, facilitate career planning or for school based planning.
As a Licensed Psychologist and certified School Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience, I can support you as you explore your unique circumstances. I specialize in helping adults, adolescents, couples and children cope more effectively with conflict, short and long term distress, anxiety, and depression using a range of therapeutic approaches. If needed, I can also conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations to identify personal strengths, attention/focus, facilitate career planning or for school based planning.
(862) 800-2046 View (862) 800-2046
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John Gesumaria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Feeling overwhelmed by life's complexities? I understand. With a unique blend of therapeutic expertise & a ten-year career in business for those dealing with the workplace, I offer a fresh perspective on your challenges. Whether you're battling depression, anxiety, or navigating life transitions, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. I believe in looking beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the root causes of your struggles. By combining evidence-based therapies with genuine empathy, I empower you to build resilience, foster healthier relationships, and unlock your full potential.
Feeling overwhelmed by life's complexities? I understand. With a unique blend of therapeutic expertise & a ten-year career in business for those dealing with the workplace, I offer a fresh perspective on your challenges. Whether you're battling depression, anxiety, or navigating life transitions, I provide a safe, supportive space to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. I believe in looking beyond surface-level symptoms to uncover the root causes of your struggles. By combining evidence-based therapies with genuine empathy, I empower you to build resilience, foster healthier relationships, and unlock your full potential.
(973) 791-7032 View (973) 791-7032
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Jacinta E Fennell-Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
The human experience can be quite complex however if we are able to take moments of time to acknowledge where we are emotionally and develop a sense of awareness, we can find ourselves accepting where life often takes us. As your therapist, it is my goal to provide a safe nourishing environment to help you navigate through your personal journey. It is essential that we are able to develop and maintain an enriching relationship that strengthens you with confidence to meet your personal challenges.
The human experience can be quite complex however if we are able to take moments of time to acknowledge where we are emotionally and develop a sense of awareness, we can find ourselves accepting where life often takes us. As your therapist, it is my goal to provide a safe nourishing environment to help you navigate through your personal journey. It is essential that we are able to develop and maintain an enriching relationship that strengthens you with confidence to meet your personal challenges.
(973) 542-9958 View (973) 542-9958
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Avi Shteingart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
I am a licensed social worker, a certified addiction counselor, and a Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). I focus much of my work with individuals struggling with addiction (alcohol, drugs, gambling, internet, sex). Many individuals find their lives and relationships paralyzed by the grasp of various addictions, and I have helped countless individuals liberate themselves. Many of my clients feel stuck in life, struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulty adjusting to changes in their lives.
I am a licensed social worker, a certified addiction counselor, and a Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT). I focus much of my work with individuals struggling with addiction (alcohol, drugs, gambling, internet, sex). Many individuals find their lives and relationships paralyzed by the grasp of various addictions, and I have helped countless individuals liberate themselves. Many of my clients feel stuck in life, struggling with anxiety, depression, or difficulty adjusting to changes in their lives.
(201) 410-5883 View (201) 410-5883
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Rachael Lawlor
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Do you often feel like it's difficult to navigate life transitions while at school or work? Is it hard to fit in and find the group where you belong and feel most comfortable? If you answered yes, then we have a great foundation to being your emergence into self-acceptance. Often times when we become comfortable with ourselves and accept our likes and dislikes, then the rest of the world falls into place. Learning how to use your voice so it's heard and understood is one of the key foundations to managing depression and anxiety.
Do you often feel like it's difficult to navigate life transitions while at school or work? Is it hard to fit in and find the group where you belong and feel most comfortable? If you answered yes, then we have a great foundation to being your emergence into self-acceptance. Often times when we become comfortable with ourselves and accept our likes and dislikes, then the rest of the world falls into place. Learning how to use your voice so it's heard and understood is one of the key foundations to managing depression and anxiety.
(973) 737-9521 View (973) 737-9521
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Cynthia Heller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081  (Online Only)
As a seasoned clinician, I am dedicated to supporting clients who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, career difficulties, relationship issues, and other life challenges. I will work collaboratively with you to explore and address the obstacles that may be preventing you from reaching your goals. My approach ensures that treatment is individualized and tailored to your unique needs, concerns, and circumstances. I look forward to working with you.
As a seasoned clinician, I am dedicated to supporting clients who are navigating stress, anxiety, depression, career difficulties, relationship issues, and other life challenges. I will work collaboratively with you to explore and address the obstacles that may be preventing you from reaching your goals. My approach ensures that treatment is individualized and tailored to your unique needs, concerns, and circumstances. I look forward to working with you.
(551) 314-6233 View (551) 314-6233
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Jamie Carvalho
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Change is your choice. We often seek support when we feel stuck, overwhelmed, or confused. When we can't find the ground or see our way through the thick of the storm. My goal is to assist you in the process of change. Effective counseling is developed through the relationship between counselor and client. I'm here to be your ally, working with you and for you to accomplish your goals.
Change is your choice. We often seek support when we feel stuck, overwhelmed, or confused. When we can't find the ground or see our way through the thick of the storm. My goal is to assist you in the process of change. Effective counseling is developed through the relationship between counselor and client. I'm here to be your ally, working with you and for you to accomplish your goals.
(201) 474-3876 View (201) 474-3876
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Christina Dolores Varano-Sanabria
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCS
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Do you constantly feel overwhelmed? Are emotions full of anxiety affecting your overall quality of life? If so, I would like to assist in overcoming these interruptions to your overall pursuit of happiness. By working together we can establish building blocks that will aid in developing effective coping skills.
Do you constantly feel overwhelmed? Are emotions full of anxiety affecting your overall quality of life? If so, I would like to assist in overcoming these interruptions to your overall pursuit of happiness. By working together we can establish building blocks that will aid in developing effective coping skills.
(973) 440-2813 View (973) 440-2813
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Legacy Counseling,LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Life throws curveballs. Are your relationships crumbling, stress taking hold of your life, did a past experience resurface, or do you just feel lost? Seeking help isn't a weakness – it's a proactive step towards a brighter future. Legacy Counseling, LLC understands Trauma. Our approach empowers you to maintain your daily routine while receiving expert guidance and support. Ideal for busy individuals, outpatient therapy offers the flexibility you deserve, on your terms. Our therapists, are masters at tailoring evidence-based therapy to your unique needs.
Life throws curveballs. Are your relationships crumbling, stress taking hold of your life, did a past experience resurface, or do you just feel lost? Seeking help isn't a weakness – it's a proactive step towards a brighter future. Legacy Counseling, LLC understands Trauma. Our approach empowers you to maintain your daily routine while receiving expert guidance and support. Ideal for busy individuals, outpatient therapy offers the flexibility you deserve, on your terms. Our therapists, are masters at tailoring evidence-based therapy to your unique needs.
(862) 260-8102 x1 View (862) 260-8102 x1
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Jocelyn Avila
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Gaining a sense of self and independence at any age can be difficult, especially when you put others first. Often times you may feel like your loved ones do not understand you due to generational and cultural differences. I'm here to help you communicate your needs to your loved ones in a respectful way. Often times fear of making the wrong decision or not being understood by our loved ones prevent you from finding a path forward.
Gaining a sense of self and independence at any age can be difficult, especially when you put others first. Often times you may feel like your loved ones do not understand you due to generational and cultural differences. I'm here to help you communicate your needs to your loved ones in a respectful way. Often times fear of making the wrong decision or not being understood by our loved ones prevent you from finding a path forward.
(973) 604-3617 View (973) 604-3617
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Motivational Interviewing Therapists

How does motivational interviewing work?

Motivational interviewing aims to uncover a person’s internal motivation to change their life. Toward this end, the therapist listens, empathizes, and collaborates with the client based on their perspective; the therapist doesn’t adhere to a predetermined plan for change or impose their viewpoint on the client. Discovering an individual’s most important reasons for change, and guiding them to achieve those changes, can empower people to shift from ambivalence to action.

Is motivational interviewing evidence-based?

Yes, research shows that motivational interviewing can help treat alcohol and substance use — and in different ways such as reducing drinking, reducing resistance, and increasing the likelihood of staying in treatment. Motivational interviewing has also been shown to help people lose weight, adhere to medication regimens, improve diet for those with Type II diabetes, and improve healthy behaviors in children.

How long does motivational interviewing last?

Motivational interviewing is a short-term therapy that can last just one or two sessions. In some cases, motivational interviewing may be used in conjunction with longer-term therapies, but for most people, motivational interviewing is a brief intervention that aims to help patients understand their personal, specific, and internal reasons for changing their life.

What differentiates motivational interviewing from person-centered therapy?

In person-centered therapy, the individual is in the driver’s seat of the treatment process, creating space for them to trust their instincts and arrive at their own solutions. The two approaches are similar because motivational interviewing is also client-centered; however, person-centered therapy is more open-ended while motivational interviewing is somewhat more structured; the goal is to change, and the therapist helps the client specifically discover their internal motivations to modify their behavior.