Emotionally Focused Therapists in Stratford, NJ

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Natalia Loureiro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
Some of the therapy approaches I use are CBT, emotionally focused therapy, and mindfulness.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to embark on a journey towards understanding themselves and commit to working with me to progressively achieve their goals and desires.
Some of the therapy approaches I use are CBT, emotionally focused therapy, and mindfulness.
My ideal client is someone who is ready to embark on a journey towards understanding themselves and commit to working with me to progressively achieve their goals and desires.
(856) 334-2576 View (856) 334-2576
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Zoe Childs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
I utilize a holistic approach that integrates several different therapy modalities, including CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.
My ideal client is someone motivated to improve their life & well-being. They would be open to exploring various therapeutic techniques and strategies to better help them understand their issues, whether it be communication, relationships, anxiety, or depression. My clients will want to cultivate skills to help them navigate their challenges and take more control over their lives. Additionally, my clients will value a therapist who provides support and a nonjudgmental environment but also challenges them.
I utilize a holistic approach that integrates several different therapy modalities, including CBT, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy.
My ideal client is someone motivated to improve their life & well-being. They would be open to exploring various therapeutic techniques and strategies to better help them understand their issues, whether it be communication, relationships, anxiety, or depression. My clients will want to cultivate skills to help them navigate their challenges and take more control over their lives. Additionally, my clients will value a therapist who provides support and a nonjudgmental environment but also challenges them.
(856) 386-2676 View (856) 386-2676
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Moradeyo Adeyi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LMSW, SIFI
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
I use specific modalities such as Trauma-Focused CBT, IFS, and EFT as specialties to apply to aid the treatment process.
My ideal client is someone who understands the areas of their life that need improvement. They have an idea of potential treatment goals for therapy and is open to the process. Additionally, they believe there are many ways to address previous traumas and can identify preferences for treatment. For example, a client who is open to incorporating journaling, meditation, or other holistic practices in addition to traditional talk therapy. My ideal client intentionally commits to the therapeutic process and is open to collaboration in the therapeutic space.
I use specific modalities such as Trauma-Focused CBT, IFS, and EFT as specialties to apply to aid the treatment process.
My ideal client is someone who understands the areas of their life that need improvement. They have an idea of potential treatment goals for therapy and is open to the process. Additionally, they believe there are many ways to address previous traumas and can identify preferences for treatment. For example, a client who is open to incorporating journaling, meditation, or other holistic practices in addition to traditional talk therapy. My ideal client intentionally commits to the therapeutic process and is open to collaboration in the therapeutic space.
(856) 830-5007 View (856) 830-5007
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Megan Shane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Stratford, NJ 08084  (Online Only)
My name is Megan. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have experience working with adults, couples, active and retired first responders and military with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, addiction and difficulty adjusting to life changes. Whether you are dealing with relationship issues, cycles of depression or anxiety or a need for behavioral changes such as substance use, I’d like to help you to develop the ability to manage/ regulate episodes, recognition of triggers and ability to share thoughts and feelings about past events.
My name is Megan. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have experience working with adults, couples, active and retired first responders and military with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, addiction and difficulty adjusting to life changes. Whether you are dealing with relationship issues, cycles of depression or anxiety or a need for behavioral changes such as substance use, I’d like to help you to develop the ability to manage/ regulate episodes, recognition of triggers and ability to share thoughts and feelings about past events.
(856) 644-2401 View (856) 644-2401
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Isha George, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stratford, NJ 08084  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating adults experiencing adjustment and transitional issues related to anxiety, unhappiness, relational issues, life events, and trauma. My goal is to empower my clients to increase self- awareness, explore emotion, identity, insight and identify and navigate opportunities, resources and barriers along their path.
I specialize in treating adults experiencing adjustment and transitional issues related to anxiety, unhappiness, relational issues, life events, and trauma. My goal is to empower my clients to increase self- awareness, explore emotion, identity, insight and identify and navigate opportunities, resources and barriers along their path.
(917) 719-0138 View (917) 719-0138
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Andrew Konnerth
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or the loss of a loved one with a sense of feeling lost, hopeless, and without purpose? Are you struggling with life transitions & open to delving deeper to explore those issues? I primarily work with men like this, who have arrived at this point in life feeling "stuck" or "at a dead end," struggling with relationship issues and feeling disconnected & frustrated. My job is to help you re-negotiate your relationship with your feelings, see you as okay, and understand the meaning of your upbringing or narratives you've learned on "how you ought to be."
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, anger, or the loss of a loved one with a sense of feeling lost, hopeless, and without purpose? Are you struggling with life transitions & open to delving deeper to explore those issues? I primarily work with men like this, who have arrived at this point in life feeling "stuck" or "at a dead end," struggling with relationship issues and feeling disconnected & frustrated. My job is to help you re-negotiate your relationship with your feelings, see you as okay, and understand the meaning of your upbringing or narratives you've learned on "how you ought to be."
(856) 363-0880 View (856) 363-0880
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Kisoone Wickham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
An ideal client for a mental health professional would be an individual with a mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc., who demonstrates the motivation to change and improve their well-being. This client should be committed to attending therapy sessions regularly, keeping appointments, and actively engaging in the therapeutic process to manage or overcome their diagnosis.
An ideal client for a mental health professional would be an individual with a mental health disorder such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, etc., who demonstrates the motivation to change and improve their well-being. This client should be committed to attending therapy sessions regularly, keeping appointments, and actively engaging in the therapeutic process to manage or overcome their diagnosis.
(856) 501-5861 View (856) 501-5861
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Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
(856) 432-7620 View (856) 432-7620
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Jason Juxon-Smith
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
(856) 367-6228 View (856) 367-6228
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Stephanie Pogoda
Counselor, MS, NCC, LAC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is one who is willing to explore uncomfortable areas in their life and understand that vulnerability is part of the process. One of the most important parts of therapy to me is highlighting accountability and what roles we play in our own lives. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with relationship issues, self-esteem, irrational thinking, and life adjustments. A client who can pinpoint what they would like to improve in their life and request a little bit of guidance along the way is an ideal client. Their goal is not to be perfect but to improve their day-to-day life a little more each day.
My ideal client is one who is willing to explore uncomfortable areas in their life and understand that vulnerability is part of the process. One of the most important parts of therapy to me is highlighting accountability and what roles we play in our own lives. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with relationship issues, self-esteem, irrational thinking, and life adjustments. A client who can pinpoint what they would like to improve in their life and request a little bit of guidance along the way is an ideal client. Their goal is not to be perfect but to improve their day-to-day life a little more each day.
(856) 626-7875 View (856) 626-7875
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Samantha Tulipani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
(856) 315-5012 View (856) 315-5012
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Joe Willis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
Common feelings like "I don’t feel heard” or “I can’t seem to do anything right” are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, “My life is changing dramatically and I’m not sure what to do next.”
(856) 746-4179 View (856) 746-4179
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Kapil Nayar
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
Ideally, I work with all individuals. My ideal client would be one who has depression and anxiety, needs stress management techniques, and is open to meditative exercises.
Ideally, I work with all individuals. My ideal client would be one who has depression and anxiety, needs stress management techniques, and is open to meditative exercises.
(856) 581-2289 View (856) 581-2289
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Alexis Segre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is someone who has anything from a personal issue to an interpersonal issue. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or something else. Their needs are to have a supportive person to listen, validate, provide empathy, teach coping skills, and find possible solutions if necessary. Their goals are to feel better so that they can return to or achieve optimal well-being.
My ideal client is someone who has anything from a personal issue to an interpersonal issue. They may be struggling with depression, anxiety, or something else. Their needs are to have a supportive person to listen, validate, provide empathy, teach coping skills, and find possible solutions if necessary. Their goals are to feel better so that they can return to or achieve optimal well-being.
(856) 807-5389 View (856) 807-5389
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.
(856) 420-7397 View (856) 420-7397
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Samantha Tulipani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or big changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose, and they seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life with confidence. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
(856) 421-6952 View (856) 421-6952
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Cassaundra Bracken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
(856) 517-5095 View (856) 517-5095
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Jamie Quigley
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Stratford, NJ 08084
My ideal client would be motivated to achieve better for themselves. They could be coming for anxiety, issues in relationships, or a stressful life event. They would be choosing to focus on themselves, what they need, and seeking help. They may be struggling with negative self-thoughts and emotional regulation or simply need guidance in how to identify and verbalize their feelings. Their goals for therapy would be to process their thoughts and emotions while developing long-term skills to use in the future.
My ideal client would be motivated to achieve better for themselves. They could be coming for anxiety, issues in relationships, or a stressful life event. They would be choosing to focus on themselves, what they need, and seeking help. They may be struggling with negative self-thoughts and emotional regulation or simply need guidance in how to identify and verbalize their feelings. Their goals for therapy would be to process their thoughts and emotions while developing long-term skills to use in the future.
(856) 636-3319 View (856) 636-3319

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Amanda Prendergast
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Somerdale, NJ 08083  (Online Only)
Are you having trouble in life or your relationships? I can help you to build a life that is psychologically and physically more healthful. I regularly treat concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, eating disorders, and self-esteem. I also have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and specialize in helping people to heal their relationships and change destructive cycles. EFT research shows that 70% of couples move from marital distress to recovery and approximately 90% will show significant improvements. I strive to help couples enhance their understanding, connection, communication, and trust.
Are you having trouble in life or your relationships? I can help you to build a life that is psychologically and physically more healthful. I regularly treat concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, eating disorders, and self-esteem. I also have advanced training in Emotionally Focused Therapy ( EFT) and specialize in helping people to heal their relationships and change destructive cycles. EFT research shows that 70% of couples move from marital distress to recovery and approximately 90% will show significant improvements. I strive to help couples enhance their understanding, connection, communication, and trust.
(856) 770-2487 View (856) 770-2487
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Casey Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to Calm Shores! I offer individual therapy services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues. I strive to create a warm and approachable environment while also challenging my clients to explore new perspectives and achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered and incorporates a blend of CBT, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma-informed care.
Welcome to Calm Shores! I offer individual therapy services for clients struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, trauma, self-esteem concerns, and relationship issues. I strive to create a warm and approachable environment while also challenging my clients to explore new perspectives and achieve their goals. My approach is person-centered and incorporates a blend of CBT, mindfulness, emotionally focused, and trauma-informed care.
(732) 724-4960 View (732) 724-4960

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Emotionally Focused Therapists

Who is emotionally focused therapy for?

Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) is for couples who are emotionally distressed, stuck in an unsatisfying relationship pattern or feeling deeply alienated. They may even believe the relationship is beyond repair. Very often, the partners display intense anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal in the relationship. In addition, EFT is helpful to couples and individuals who have difficulty expressing emotions and those who have trouble regulating emotions.

Why do people need emotionally focused therapy?

People need emotionally focused therapy because the need for others is built into the brain, but the pressures of daily life can erode feelings of love, and couples often do not have the skills to find their way back to the comfort of each other. Instead, they may be stuck in repetitive patterns of anger, fear, grief, loss of trust, or a sense of betrayal. Emotionally focused therapy regards such strong negative feelings as expressions of protest over the loss of connection and turns them into pathways of reconnection.

What happens in emotionally focused therapy?

Over the course of eight to 20 weekly sessions, couples de-escalate their negative emotional reactivity to one another so that they can listen to each other and be responsive to each other’s needs. Then the deep emotional and physical bond is restored, giving partners a sense of comfort and security, which they can use to solve whatever problems come their way. The therapist plays an active role, helping partners understand how anger and withdrawal are actually misguided cries for connection.

What problems does emotionally focused therapy treat?

EFT is designed to help couples stuck in dysfunctional relationship patterns regain closeness and rebuild their relationship. Typically, such couples experience considerable distress, with partners feeling alienated and distrustful of one another, not certain their relationship can survive. EFT is also helpful to individuals experiencing attachment-related fears of loss; it helps them learn to use their fears as a way of eliciting the closeness they desire.