Female Therapists in Wayne, NJ
Danielle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
All you've ever wanted was to be a mom but you never imagined it would be so difficult. Whether you are a mom or soon to be mom, you wonder why no one warned you this would be so hard? On the outside you look like you have it all figured out but on the inside you are struggling. You thought this was supposed to be the “happiest time of your life” but it's brought so much heartache & stress. Did you know 1 out of 5 women struggle with perinatal anxiety or depression and 1 out of 8 couples will struggle with fertility? You are not alone. With help, you can enjoy motherhood.
All you've ever wanted was to be a mom but you never imagined it would be so difficult. Whether you are a mom or soon to be mom, you wonder why no one warned you this would be so hard? On the outside you look like you have it all figured out but on the inside you are struggling. You thought this was supposed to be the “happiest time of your life” but it's brought so much heartache & stress. Did you know 1 out of 5 women struggle with perinatal anxiety or depression and 1 out of 8 couples will struggle with fertility? You are not alone. With help, you can enjoy motherhood.
Where love and play nurture growth, together, through every stage of life, because growth should be the coolest adventure. We are a team of highly educated and experienced practitioners, who will guide you and your family towards your unique goals. Our services are tailored to your needs, and include a wide variety of methods that go beyond “just talking”.
Where love and play nurture growth, together, through every stage of life, because growth should be the coolest adventure. We are a team of highly educated and experienced practitioners, who will guide you and your family towards your unique goals. Our services are tailored to your needs, and include a wide variety of methods that go beyond “just talking”.
Olga Balakova
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NBCCH
Verified Verified
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
Living a fulfilling life often requires addressing unspoken traumas, letting go of silent resentments and getting passed the early discomfort of making lifelong changes. My goal is to help adults, couples, and families work through the hurdles of depression, anxiety, codependency, self-esteem issues, and imbalances of power. I have worked for over 10 years with clients diagnosed with a variety of mental health issues and especially talented with the full spectrum of addiction (drugs, sex, porn, gambling).... may it be your own, or helping you manage the addiction of someone you love. I use my extensive experience and training to
Living a fulfilling life often requires addressing unspoken traumas, letting go of silent resentments and getting passed the early discomfort of making lifelong changes. My goal is to help adults, couples, and families work through the hurdles of depression, anxiety, codependency, self-esteem issues, and imbalances of power. I have worked for over 10 years with clients diagnosed with a variety of mental health issues and especially talented with the full spectrum of addiction (drugs, sex, porn, gambling).... may it be your own, or helping you manage the addiction of someone you love. I use my extensive experience and training to
Are you trapped by constant self-criticism, disordered eating habits, and the fear or shame that often surrounds food? Are you struggling with feeling like your body is never good enough, endlessly scrutinizing yourself in the mirror, and battling self-hatred? If you’re caught in this cycle, know that you don’t have to face it alone. My practice is here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-acceptance. In a safe, non-judgmental space, we’ll explore your unique experience and work together to find a healthier, more fulfilling path forward.
Are you trapped by constant self-criticism, disordered eating habits, and the fear or shame that often surrounds food? Are you struggling with feeling like your body is never good enough, endlessly scrutinizing yourself in the mirror, and battling self-hatred? If you’re caught in this cycle, know that you don’t have to face it alone. My practice is here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-acceptance. In a safe, non-judgmental space, we’ll explore your unique experience and work together to find a healthier, more fulfilling path forward.
Lauren Freylikhman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
I work with children, teens and adults providing a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. My approach is to understand, validate and even challenge your beliefs. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques depending on your needs and will work collaboratively with you to reach your treatment goals. Whether you're feeling anxious, lonely, overwhelmed or stressed, we will work together to alleviate your symptoms and identify healthy coping strategies.
I work with children, teens and adults providing a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. My approach is to understand, validate and even challenge your beliefs. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques depending on your needs and will work collaboratively with you to reach your treatment goals. Whether you're feeling anxious, lonely, overwhelmed or stressed, we will work together to alleviate your symptoms and identify healthy coping strategies.
Hi! My ideal client is one that has prior or current trauma. Those that have been through therapists in the past with still no current relief from their traumatic episodes and still find themselves being triggered by events. I'm here for you! I am certified in EMDR therapy. An effective evidenced based treatment to help you heal and have a better quality of life! This will work especially well with teens and adults online. Come and see me today to get rid of the horrible body sensations, stinking thinking, feelings that still come up with memories that are stored in the body! There is hope!
Hi! My ideal client is one that has prior or current trauma. Those that have been through therapists in the past with still no current relief from their traumatic episodes and still find themselves being triggered by events. I'm here for you! I am certified in EMDR therapy. An effective evidenced based treatment to help you heal and have a better quality of life! This will work especially well with teens and adults online. Come and see me today to get rid of the horrible body sensations, stinking thinking, feelings that still come up with memories that are stored in the body! There is hope!
Denise Gorski
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
The good news is that we are all survivors – of different things and in varying degrees. The bad news is that sometimes we get stuck in survival mode and forget how to LIVE. My main goals as a Therapist are to remind you that you need to matter the most to yourself and working with you to find your direction – your true north. It is my honor to walk with you along the way – helping you to avoid the familiar pitfalls and forging new routes while learning how to live again.
The good news is that we are all survivors – of different things and in varying degrees. The bad news is that sometimes we get stuck in survival mode and forget how to LIVE. My main goals as a Therapist are to remind you that you need to matter the most to yourself and working with you to find your direction – your true north. It is my honor to walk with you along the way – helping you to avoid the familiar pitfalls and forging new routes while learning how to live again.
I am a Board-certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. Taking the first step into therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s a powerful way to put yourself and your well-being first. Reflect on how far you’ve come and how therapy can help you move forward to where you want to be. Together, we’ll build a supportive space where your voice matters, and we’ll work through challenges in a way that’s tailored to your unique needs. Whether it’s working through depression, anxiety, or the stress of daily life, I’m here to walk alongside you, helping you tap into your strengths and make real, lasting positive change.
I am a Board-certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. Taking the first step into therapy can feel overwhelming, but it’s a powerful way to put yourself and your well-being first. Reflect on how far you’ve come and how therapy can help you move forward to where you want to be. Together, we’ll build a supportive space where your voice matters, and we’ll work through challenges in a way that’s tailored to your unique needs. Whether it’s working through depression, anxiety, or the stress of daily life, I’m here to walk alongside you, helping you tap into your strengths and make real, lasting positive change.
Zeynep Cakmak
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470
Waitlist for new clients
While trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental struggles may cause us to lose hope, healing is possible. As a person-centered therapist, I believe in empowering my clients on their journey towards healing. I prioritize creating a non-judgmental and inclusive environment where you can feel safe, heard, and supported as we collaborate on your goals. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, the impact of trauma, or sociocultural issues, I am here to help you overcome these obstacles and maintain your overall wellness.
While trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental struggles may cause us to lose hope, healing is possible. As a person-centered therapist, I believe in empowering my clients on their journey towards healing. I prioritize creating a non-judgmental and inclusive environment where you can feel safe, heard, and supported as we collaborate on your goals. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, the impact of trauma, or sociocultural issues, I am here to help you overcome these obstacles and maintain your overall wellness.
Hello, I’m Nicole, a Licensed Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I am a dedicated therapist experienced in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma, with a special focus on serving BIPOC individuals. I have worked extensively within the immigrant community and with survivors of domestic violence.
Hello, I’m Nicole, a Licensed Social Worker and Psychotherapist. I am a dedicated therapist experienced in working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma, with a special focus on serving BIPOC individuals. I have worked extensively within the immigrant community and with survivors of domestic violence.
Rachel DeLade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470
Being a therapist is more than just my job, it is my passion. I truly enjoy each of my sessions: working with new clients and clients that I've been with for years. It is an honor to be a small part of your story. Outside of being a dedicated therapist, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two children, and my dog child as well. I love shopping, spending time being crafty, and traveling!
Being a therapist is more than just my job, it is my passion. I truly enjoy each of my sessions: working with new clients and clients that I've been with for years. It is an honor to be a small part of your story. Outside of being a dedicated therapist, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two children, and my dog child as well. I love shopping, spending time being crafty, and traveling!
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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
My approach is humanistic and existential. I focus on the individual, not on categorizations or labels. I tailor each treatment plan to meet the individual and unique needs of every single client. I help clients to become more self-aware and to understand what he or she might be needing/wanting. My intention is to help clients concentrate on the here and now while offering empathy, understanding, and compassion. By creating a supportive environment, it is my belief that individuals will feel safe and welcomed. I believe in creating a space that allows for open communication without the fear of judgement.
My approach is humanistic and existential. I focus on the individual, not on categorizations or labels. I tailor each treatment plan to meet the individual and unique needs of every single client. I help clients to become more self-aware and to understand what he or she might be needing/wanting. My intention is to help clients concentrate on the here and now while offering empathy, understanding, and compassion. By creating a supportive environment, it is my belief that individuals will feel safe and welcomed. I believe in creating a space that allows for open communication without the fear of judgement.
Heidi D Cosmi-Godau
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
I am an experienced mental health counselor, former school counselor, and parent coach who provides support and guidance to adolescents, college students, and adults who are facing emotional, psychological, behavioral, addictive, and societal challenges. I utilize a variety of strength and health based techniques and supportive talk therapy, I am a Gottman trained relationship therapist who provides a warm, engaging space that allows clients to explore ways to work toward positive change. I believe that all individuals are born equipped with the skills and resources to discover their true self and find happiness.
I am an experienced mental health counselor, former school counselor, and parent coach who provides support and guidance to adolescents, college students, and adults who are facing emotional, psychological, behavioral, addictive, and societal challenges. I utilize a variety of strength and health based techniques and supportive talk therapy, I am a Gottman trained relationship therapist who provides a warm, engaging space that allows clients to explore ways to work toward positive change. I believe that all individuals are born equipped with the skills and resources to discover their true self and find happiness.
Blerta Bena
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
I value working with clients from different age groups, gender, and cultural backgrounds. I am highly skilled in individual therapy. I possess extensive experience working with clients who have experienced severe trauma, abuse, and substance abuse dependence. In addition, I have had great success working with clients who are diagnosed with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders. I find an integrative treatment approach works best. I like to explore how past experiences affect the clients' present lives. The goal is for clients to experience growth and more satisfying lives.
I value working with clients from different age groups, gender, and cultural backgrounds. I am highly skilled in individual therapy. I possess extensive experience working with clients who have experienced severe trauma, abuse, and substance abuse dependence. In addition, I have had great success working with clients who are diagnosed with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and personality disorders. I find an integrative treatment approach works best. I like to explore how past experiences affect the clients' present lives. The goal is for clients to experience growth and more satisfying lives.
Therapy is a process of finding a way to abandon behaviors and/or distorted beliefs about yourself that are creating obstacles in your life. Therapy is self-care that can strengthen your inner voice, and help you live in the present moment. I'm here to support you as you navigate life's complexities, whether you're dealing with anxiety, overcoming addiction, healing from childhood trauma, or exploring personal growth.
Therapy is a process of finding a way to abandon behaviors and/or distorted beliefs about yourself that are creating obstacles in your life. Therapy is self-care that can strengthen your inner voice, and help you live in the present moment. I'm here to support you as you navigate life's complexities, whether you're dealing with anxiety, overcoming addiction, healing from childhood trauma, or exploring personal growth.
I am trustworthy and compassionate individual with whom you can be vulnerable and address delicate moments with. In this world within your experiences and just the process of moving through life can feel as if you can't grasp the right emotions at times. Whatever you may be experiencing, I hope to help you through your own human experience. My goal is to help the individuals explore, identify, and change negative patterns that maintain this certain lifestyle.
I am trustworthy and compassionate individual with whom you can be vulnerable and address delicate moments with. In this world within your experiences and just the process of moving through life can feel as if you can't grasp the right emotions at times. Whatever you may be experiencing, I hope to help you through your own human experience. My goal is to help the individuals explore, identify, and change negative patterns that maintain this certain lifestyle.
Kim Thiessen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
Daily responsibilities can be challenging enough. Adding in stress, worry, irritability, poor sleep, sadness, conflict, or low motivation can make them feel impossible sometimes. Each person comes with their own struggles, but also strength, a voice, and the need to feel safe. I am here to support you in your process of gaining clarity and insight, whether it relates to those daily struggles or depression or trauma, and reduce at least some of those barriers.
Daily responsibilities can be challenging enough. Adding in stress, worry, irritability, poor sleep, sadness, conflict, or low motivation can make them feel impossible sometimes. Each person comes with their own struggles, but also strength, a voice, and the need to feel safe. I am here to support you in your process of gaining clarity and insight, whether it relates to those daily struggles or depression or trauma, and reduce at least some of those barriers.
Liana J Ercan-Ulinski - Chronic Illness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470
There is no one you spend more time with than yourself. But if you are unhappy with how you feel, this time can be discouraging. Maybe you believe you are missing out on life because you struggle to find the energy to get through the day. Perhaps it feels like you're trapped in a fog, leading you to blame or criticize your ability to function and fulfill responsibilities in life. You might notice others don't understand why things feel so difficult, and maybe you feel similar. My name is Liana. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, passionate about helping people manage complex health conditions and overall wellness.
There is no one you spend more time with than yourself. But if you are unhappy with how you feel, this time can be discouraging. Maybe you believe you are missing out on life because you struggle to find the energy to get through the day. Perhaps it feels like you're trapped in a fog, leading you to blame or criticize your ability to function and fulfill responsibilities in life. You might notice others don't understand why things feel so difficult, and maybe you feel similar. My name is Liana. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, passionate about helping people manage complex health conditions and overall wellness.
Clear Intentions Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wayne, NJ 07470 (Online Only)
Are you experiencing challenges navigating everyday stressors that increase your anxiety and other heightened emotional states? I am here to help you understand your relationship with your mind and body in order to return to a state of emotional regulation using mindfulness. Through this journey, we will work on coping skills and techniques that help you regain confidence and increase your self-esteem through validation.
Are you experiencing challenges navigating everyday stressors that increase your anxiety and other heightened emotional states? I am here to help you understand your relationship with your mind and body in order to return to a state of emotional regulation using mindfulness. Through this journey, we will work on coping skills and techniques that help you regain confidence and increase your self-esteem through validation.
As a therapist and mother, I am deeply passionate about supporting women, particularly mothers, through the unique challenges of motherhood. Whether you are navigating the early stages of motherhood, balancing family life with career, or simply looking for ways to reconnect with yourself, I am here to offer a compassionate and nonjudgmental space. With open ears and arms I welcome you to work through these difficult situations with me. Whether your choice is to meet in the comfort of your home through the use of HIPAA compliant telehealth or to meet in the comfort of my office, I am here to help you meet your needs!
As a therapist and mother, I am deeply passionate about supporting women, particularly mothers, through the unique challenges of motherhood. Whether you are navigating the early stages of motherhood, balancing family life with career, or simply looking for ways to reconnect with yourself, I am here to offer a compassionate and nonjudgmental space. With open ears and arms I welcome you to work through these difficult situations with me. Whether your choice is to meet in the comfort of your home through the use of HIPAA compliant telehealth or to meet in the comfort of my office, I am here to help you meet your needs!
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