Teletherapy for West Long Branch, NJ

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Nicole Jackson LPC, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MA-LPC, LCADC, BC-TMH, HS-BCP
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Are you an insight oriented individual looking for personal growth? Are you struggling in your relationship, or simply wanting to strengthen one? Have you wondered why you may attract similar people in your life? Was the relationship with your parents less than secure? Are you looking to develop secure relationships now? Adults of all ages and backgrounds looking for someone with strong cultural competency may benefit from counseling with me.
Are you an insight oriented individual looking for personal growth? Are you struggling in your relationship, or simply wanting to strengthen one? Have you wondered why you may attract similar people in your life? Was the relationship with your parents less than secure? Are you looking to develop secure relationships now? Adults of all ages and backgrounds looking for someone with strong cultural competency may benefit from counseling with me.
(732) 795-5736 View (732) 795-5736
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Jill Welch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
I am Jill, a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Yoga Teacher. My belief is that everyone’s journey with healing is individualized, holistic, special, and unique. Through the 18 years I have spent working as a social worker I have been able to witness that despite any challenges we faced, we are all capable of living as our whole worthy authentic selves.
I am Jill, a Licensed Social Worker and Certified Yoga Teacher. My belief is that everyone’s journey with healing is individualized, holistic, special, and unique. Through the 18 years I have spent working as a social worker I have been able to witness that despite any challenges we faced, we are all capable of living as our whole worthy authentic selves.
(848) 279-9917 View (848) 279-9917
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Rebecca (Beckie) Cartinella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
My name is Beckie and I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Certified Yoga Teacher. I also work as a School Social Worker, and previously spent twenty-two years as a Special Education teacher. Additionally, I am a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Usui Reiki Master. I am excited to join the WHC community as I work toward my LCSW! Much like my background, my therapeutic approach is eclectic, holistic, and trauma informed. As a clinician, I take a client-centered approach, where I serve as a guide for clients to realize their highest potential through treating the mind, body, emotions, and spirit.
My name is Beckie and I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Certified Yoga Teacher. I also work as a School Social Worker, and previously spent twenty-two years as a Special Education teacher. Additionally, I am a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Usui Reiki Master. I am excited to join the WHC community as I work toward my LCSW! Much like my background, my therapeutic approach is eclectic, holistic, and trauma informed. As a clinician, I take a client-centered approach, where I serve as a guide for clients to realize their highest potential through treating the mind, body, emotions, and spirit.
(848) 278-6875 View (848) 278-6875
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Kristy Mathews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
We must first accept where, what, and who we are in the present moment before seeking to change ourselves or our situation. In therapy, you'll learn how to access your inner wisdom and regain a sense of control over your thoughts and emotions. Our society is filled with contradicting messages that infiltrate our thoughts and alter our beliefs, goals, and behaviors. On a daily basis, we’re expected to stay connected, but limit screen time; be conscious of what you put in your body, but don’t restrict; be a leader, but don’t be bossy; do your best, but don’t be a perfectionist; be expressive, but not dramatic.
We must first accept where, what, and who we are in the present moment before seeking to change ourselves or our situation. In therapy, you'll learn how to access your inner wisdom and regain a sense of control over your thoughts and emotions. Our society is filled with contradicting messages that infiltrate our thoughts and alter our beliefs, goals, and behaviors. On a daily basis, we’re expected to stay connected, but limit screen time; be conscious of what you put in your body, but don’t restrict; be a leader, but don’t be bossy; do your best, but don’t be a perfectionist; be expressive, but not dramatic.
(908) 364-8909 View (908) 364-8909
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Danielle Freda
Counselor, MA, LAC, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Reaching out for support can be a really difficult decision and I am so proud of you for taking the first step! As human beings, we need connection and a safe environment to work through the things we go through and I aim to offer that to all my clients. I create a non-judgmental and collaborative environment where clients feel safe and empowered to authentically explore and improve their lives. I have worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and the LGBTQIA+ community facing a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, social and relationship issues, grief and loss, and trauma.
Reaching out for support can be a really difficult decision and I am so proud of you for taking the first step! As human beings, we need connection and a safe environment to work through the things we go through and I aim to offer that to all my clients. I create a non-judgmental and collaborative environment where clients feel safe and empowered to authentically explore and improve their lives. I have worked with children, adolescents, young adults, and the LGBTQIA+ community facing a variety of challenges including anxiety, depression, social and relationship issues, grief and loss, and trauma.
(848) 420-8664 View (848) 420-8664
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Emily Simonelli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Welcome to this next chapter in your life! My name is Emily Simonelli, an LPC at WHC. I am here to walk alongside you through your journey in life. My goal is to help guide you through obstacles by providing support, teaching coping skills that work for you, and helping you to understand the connections between events from your past and who you are today. It can be difficult to be honest and vulnerable with ourselves and I aim to create a shared space that will allow you to do so. My approach as your clinician includes identifying challenges you face and generating achievable goals to help empower you to live the life you envision.
Welcome to this next chapter in your life! My name is Emily Simonelli, an LPC at WHC. I am here to walk alongside you through your journey in life. My goal is to help guide you through obstacles by providing support, teaching coping skills that work for you, and helping you to understand the connections between events from your past and who you are today. It can be difficult to be honest and vulnerable with ourselves and I aim to create a shared space that will allow you to do so. My approach as your clinician includes identifying challenges you face and generating achievable goals to help empower you to live the life you envision.
(848) 354-0775 View (848) 354-0775
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Doris Klein Hiatt Phd
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764  (Online Only)
Relationship difficulties, setbacks at work, or changes in the family can make us feel anxious or depressed. Coping with world events or illness only exacerbates these issues, and we might then feel a lessened sense of control, and even lose sight of our talents and personal goals. Such times challenge us to gain greater self-understanding, as well as more effective strategies for dealing with others. Often we need to map out a new way forward.
Relationship difficulties, setbacks at work, or changes in the family can make us feel anxious or depressed. Coping with world events or illness only exacerbates these issues, and we might then feel a lessened sense of control, and even lose sight of our talents and personal goals. Such times challenge us to gain greater self-understanding, as well as more effective strategies for dealing with others. Often we need to map out a new way forward.
(732) 870-2626 View (732) 870-2626
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James Ruppert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Welcome - I am a compassionate and supportive therapist dedicated to creating a safe, warm, and affirming space for individuals of all ages. I share a deep commitment to understanding and supporting the unique experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition, I specialize in addressing a wide range of challenges, including gender identity, anxiety, depression, and marital/relationship difficulties. In my work with clients, I offer a holistic approach that combines mindfulness techniques with evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients build resilience, self-awareness, and coping skills.
Welcome - I am a compassionate and supportive therapist dedicated to creating a safe, warm, and affirming space for individuals of all ages. I share a deep commitment to understanding and supporting the unique experiences of the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition, I specialize in addressing a wide range of challenges, including gender identity, anxiety, depression, and marital/relationship difficulties. In my work with clients, I offer a holistic approach that combines mindfulness techniques with evidence-based therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, to help clients build resilience, self-awareness, and coping skills.
(848) 361-3190 View (848) 361-3190
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Victor Anthony Montanaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Nice to meet you! My name is Victor Montanaro, and I am a licensed social worker at Wholehearted Healing Collective. I work with adults ages 18+ in the areas of substance use and addictive behaviors, anxiety and stress, communication issues, relationship dynamics, life transitions, and other related areas. I am a firm believer that individuals are the experts of their own lives. I take a non-judgmental, compassionate, curious, collaborative approach to therapy to walk with people through the process of learning to trust their own inner voice, determine their own goals for wellness, and become fully and authentically themselves.
Nice to meet you! My name is Victor Montanaro, and I am a licensed social worker at Wholehearted Healing Collective. I work with adults ages 18+ in the areas of substance use and addictive behaviors, anxiety and stress, communication issues, relationship dynamics, life transitions, and other related areas. I am a firm believer that individuals are the experts of their own lives. I take a non-judgmental, compassionate, curious, collaborative approach to therapy to walk with people through the process of learning to trust their own inner voice, determine their own goals for wellness, and become fully and authentically themselves.
(848) 360-3209 View (848) 360-3209
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James Wujciak
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Hi! I'm James. Over the last decade I’ve seen good results helping people who feel that their life just recently “fell off track” even if they did not expect therapy to be the answer. I’ve tried to nurture this niche of helping those emotionally effected by high pressure stress. I have helped individuals address low mood, depression, anxiety, and low life-satisfaction. I have also worked with children and families to expand communication skills and patterns, improve relationships, increase feelings of security, and optimize being accurately understood.
Hi! I'm James. Over the last decade I’ve seen good results helping people who feel that their life just recently “fell off track” even if they did not expect therapy to be the answer. I’ve tried to nurture this niche of helping those emotionally effected by high pressure stress. I have helped individuals address low mood, depression, anxiety, and low life-satisfaction. I have also worked with children and families to expand communication skills and patterns, improve relationships, increase feelings of security, and optimize being accurately understood.
(732) 655-2173 View (732) 655-2173
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Lindsay Renee Mehrkam
PhD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
I am an experimental psychologist and doctoral-level board-certified behavior analyst specializing in human-animal interactions. I conduct behavioral assessments and intervention evaluations to treat and improve the behavioral welfare of animals and their caregivers in various settings (private homes, zoos, aquariums, animal shelters, etc.).
I am an experimental psychologist and doctoral-level board-certified behavior analyst specializing in human-animal interactions. I conduct behavioral assessments and intervention evaluations to treat and improve the behavioral welfare of animals and their caregivers in various settings (private homes, zoos, aquariums, animal shelters, etc.).
(732) 427-8385 View (732) 427-8385
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Sarah Woodruff
Associate Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Hi there! I'm Sarah Woodruff. My approach in therapy is to foster and grow a strong therapeutic connection with you, addressing your desired goals and guiding you towards them. I recognize the uniqueness of each person's path and hope to accompany you on your healing journey. During sessions I aim to create a safe space for you to speak as radically and freely as you wish. I'm especially passionate about working with clients on women's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and adjustment to new chapters in life.
Hi there! I'm Sarah Woodruff. My approach in therapy is to foster and grow a strong therapeutic connection with you, addressing your desired goals and guiding you towards them. I recognize the uniqueness of each person's path and hope to accompany you on your healing journey. During sessions I aim to create a safe space for you to speak as radically and freely as you wish. I'm especially passionate about working with clients on women's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, and adjustment to new chapters in life.
(732) 838-9238 View (732) 838-9238
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Carmelle Gourgue
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Welcome! I'm Carmelle, LAMFT. As a therapist, I stand strong on the belief that everything starts with family. I began my education in earning a first master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, which I utilized to begin my career working with children and families. Later on, I earned a second master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to continue my work as a mental health professional to support families and couples in their pursuit to have healthy, positive, and fulfilling relationships.
Welcome! I'm Carmelle, LAMFT. As a therapist, I stand strong on the belief that everything starts with family. I began my education in earning a first master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, which I utilized to begin my career working with children and families. Later on, I earned a second master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to continue my work as a mental health professional to support families and couples in their pursuit to have healthy, positive, and fulfilling relationships.
(848) 354-0043 View (848) 354-0043
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Tyler McGann
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Hi! I am Tyler. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. My therapeutic approach can be described as person-centered, humanistic therapy with an emphasis in feminist theory and social justice. I feel therapy is a journey of finding your voice and power and feel my duty is to empower my clients and guide them to a place of radical self-acceptance. I believe in creating a safe and inclusive space where my clients can explore their true selves without fear of judgment.
Hi! I am Tyler. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). I have experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. My therapeutic approach can be described as person-centered, humanistic therapy with an emphasis in feminist theory and social justice. I feel therapy is a journey of finding your voice and power and feel my duty is to empower my clients and guide them to a place of radical self-acceptance. I believe in creating a safe and inclusive space where my clients can explore their true selves without fear of judgment.
(848) 345-5232 View (848) 345-5232
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Christina Morrison
Associate Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Hey! I’m Christina (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). First and foremost, before we start talking about me, I just wanted to say that I’m proud of you for even looking up counselors because although it’s the first step in the counseling process, it can be the most difficult. Throughout my counseling experience I have worked with kids as young as 5 years old all the way to senior adults, coming from all walks of life, who have struggled with addictions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, traumatic stress, and plain old daily life stressors.
Hey! I’m Christina (she/her/hers), and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC). First and foremost, before we start talking about me, I just wanted to say that I’m proud of you for even looking up counselors because although it’s the first step in the counseling process, it can be the most difficult. Throughout my counseling experience I have worked with kids as young as 5 years old all the way to senior adults, coming from all walks of life, who have struggled with addictions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, traumatic stress, and plain old daily life stressors.
(848) 371-0127 View (848) 371-0127
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Megan Napp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Hi! My name is Meg, a dedicated and versatile clinician with five years of experience in the mental health field, specializing in substance-abuse treatment for the past three years. I typically work with adults, ages 16+! I have had the privilege of working with individuals struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, family & relationship issues, ADHD, and various emotional struggles. Driven by a profound passion for helping individuals, I am committed to empowering clients to live their most authentic lives.
Hi! My name is Meg, a dedicated and versatile clinician with five years of experience in the mental health field, specializing in substance-abuse treatment for the past three years. I typically work with adults, ages 16+! I have had the privilege of working with individuals struggling with substance abuse, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, OCD, PTSD, family & relationship issues, ADHD, and various emotional struggles. Driven by a profound passion for helping individuals, I am committed to empowering clients to live their most authentic lives.
(848) 360-3072 View (848) 360-3072
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Audrey Grazi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
I use evidence based treatments in my private practice. DBT helps individuals with emotion regulation, distress tolerance and effective communication with a blend of mindfulness. I am also a Certified Emotion Focused Therapy couples therapists. In my work with couples I help them to understand their cycle and how they can become more emotionally connected. I use EMDR for individuals with trauma to help process traumatic memories and begin to lead more productive lives. I use CBT and mind body therapy for women who are going through infertility and loss.
I use evidence based treatments in my private practice. DBT helps individuals with emotion regulation, distress tolerance and effective communication with a blend of mindfulness. I am also a Certified Emotion Focused Therapy couples therapists. In my work with couples I help them to understand their cycle and how they can become more emotionally connected. I use EMDR for individuals with trauma to help process traumatic memories and begin to lead more productive lives. I use CBT and mind body therapy for women who are going through infertility and loss.
(646) 362-2038 View (646) 362-2038

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Online Therapists

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.