Narrative Therapists in Woodbridge, NJ

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Rama\'s Counseling Center Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP, MSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I specialize in counseling to individuals and families coping with relationship issues, parent-child issues, and extended family issues that are exacerbated by alcohol and substance abuse.
I specialize in counseling to individuals and families coping with relationship issues, parent-child issues, and extended family issues that are exacerbated by alcohol and substance abuse.
(732) 391-1215 View (732) 391-1215
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Living & Looking Within Counseling & Play Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT-S, CCS, EMDR
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling stressed out about life, anxious about the unknown or feeling down about yourself, your job or your significant other especially when it comes to communication. Do not hesitate to reach out for some assistance. Talking it out or even playing it out is the best solution. I provide services to educate & bring out the best in Adults, Children, Families, Military, Veterans, Police & Correction Officers Firefighters, 1st Responders & Teachers. I will be able to help you identify the causes of your emotional and/or behavioral health issues & challenges using only high-quality services & evidence based practices.
Are you feeling stressed out about life, anxious about the unknown or feeling down about yourself, your job or your significant other especially when it comes to communication. Do not hesitate to reach out for some assistance. Talking it out or even playing it out is the best solution. I provide services to educate & bring out the best in Adults, Children, Families, Military, Veterans, Police & Correction Officers Firefighters, 1st Responders & Teachers. I will be able to help you identify the causes of your emotional and/or behavioral health issues & challenges using only high-quality services & evidence based practices.
(848) 216-0471 View (848) 216-0471
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Krystal Ortiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, SFBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You and your partner have been disconnected for quite some time. You're seeking a couples therapist as the last resort. Oftentimes, you find yourself having nostalgic moments of how things used to be. I believe that a strong, emotional connection is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. Together, we will work through disagreements constructively, promoting understanding and mutual respect. I guide couples in establishing clear, respectful boundaries that support individual needs while nurturing the relationship aim to help you and your partner reconnect and strengthen your bond by understanding and expressing your emotions.
You and your partner have been disconnected for quite some time. You're seeking a couples therapist as the last resort. Oftentimes, you find yourself having nostalgic moments of how things used to be. I believe that a strong, emotional connection is the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. Together, we will work through disagreements constructively, promoting understanding and mutual respect. I guide couples in establishing clear, respectful boundaries that support individual needs while nurturing the relationship aim to help you and your partner reconnect and strengthen your bond by understanding and expressing your emotions.
(973) 784-8234 View (973) 784-8234
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Melanie Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.
I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.
(732) 334-7154 View (732) 334-7154
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Joe Willis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
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.”
(908) 503-2741 View (908) 503-2741
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Dr. Julee Wickliffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Julee Wickliffe, DSW, LCSW, brings 25 years of experience in the social work field as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist. Her professional journey includes roles at Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare, where she served in the NJ State Prison System and NJ State Parole System. Alongside, she has maintained a private practice, contributed to a child/adolescent psychiatric unit in a hospital, and worked in a juvenile correctional facility. Dr. Wickliffe's therapeutic approach is grounded in strengths, aiming to empower her clients.
Julee Wickliffe, DSW, LCSW, brings 25 years of experience in the social work field as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist. Her professional journey includes roles at Rutgers University Correctional Healthcare, where she served in the NJ State Prison System and NJ State Parole System. Alongside, she has maintained a private practice, contributed to a child/adolescent psychiatric unit in a hospital, and worked in a juvenile correctional facility. Dr. Wickliffe's therapeutic approach is grounded in strengths, aiming to empower her clients.
(732) 272-0127 View (732) 272-0127
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Melissa Cramutolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
(908) 628-1748 View (908) 628-1748
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Rebecca Nir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
My ideal client is female, male, or nonbinary and is kind and generous, has good ethics, and loves to help others. They have been experiencing low self-esteem and have been numbing out emotions through food, technology, work, or other distractions. Their numbing-out practices have held them back from being their authentic self, productivity with work, maintaining healthy and loving friendships and relationships, having enough energy, and their overall self-esteem. They are ready to commit to putting in the work in therapeutic services to help them develop and maintain healthier coping skills.
My ideal client is female, male, or nonbinary and is kind and generous, has good ethics, and loves to help others. They have been experiencing low self-esteem and have been numbing out emotions through food, technology, work, or other distractions. Their numbing-out practices have held them back from being their authentic self, productivity with work, maintaining healthy and loving friendships and relationships, having enough energy, and their overall self-esteem. They are ready to commit to putting in the work in therapeutic services to help them develop and maintain healthier coping skills.
(908) 263-1287 View (908) 263-1287
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Ginamarie Miro
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
My Ideal client would be someone willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. My ideal client may be struggling with self-esteem, body image, or relationship issues. They may be in a relationship that contributes to their low self-esteem and want to find the strength and confidence they need in order to leave it behind.
My Ideal client would be someone willing to put in the work to achieve their goals. My ideal client may be struggling with self-esteem, body image, or relationship issues. They may be in a relationship that contributes to their low self-esteem and want to find the strength and confidence they need in order to leave it behind.
(908) 883-4125 View (908) 883-4125
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Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
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.
(908) 460-8341 View (908) 460-8341
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Jerome Grant
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
My ideal clients are people who have been unable to find someone they can pull back the veil covering their heart because of past betrayals, lack of trust, cultural roadblocks, or some other barrier that keeps the true source of their burden hidden. You are looking for a space where you can be honest, not with me, but with yourself. You're looking for someone who can listen without judgment and accompany you on your healing journey. You are seeking someone to either walk with you through your journey and hold you accountable for the goals you set for yourself or for someone who can simply listen with an open mind.
My ideal clients are people who have been unable to find someone they can pull back the veil covering their heart because of past betrayals, lack of trust, cultural roadblocks, or some other barrier that keeps the true source of their burden hidden. You are looking for a space where you can be honest, not with me, but with yourself. You're looking for someone who can listen without judgment and accompany you on your healing journey. You are seeking someone to either walk with you through your journey and hold you accountable for the goals you set for yourself or for someone who can simply listen with an open mind.
(908) 883-4538 View (908) 883-4538
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Andrew Konnerth
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
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."
(908) 987-3328 View (908) 987-3328
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Shani Muhammad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
My ideal client needs help with the services I specialize in. I typically consider the client's current habits and strengths to guide us on where to start goal setting. Showing up to therapy is a huge step, and I commend any client who takes that initiative.
My ideal client needs help with the services I specialize in. I typically consider the client's current habits and strengths to guide us on where to start goal setting. Showing up to therapy is a huge step, and I commend any client who takes that initiative.
(908) 836-6043 View (908) 836-6043
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Gisella E Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Making that phone call and choosing a therapist can be challenging but it is the first step towards improving your current situation and the quality of your life. I provide a safe, positive, non-judgmental and warm environment where together we can explore ways to embrace change and find the fulfillment and life balance you long for. I believe in building on your strengths and empowering you to make the choices and changes that make sense to you.
Making that phone call and choosing a therapist can be challenging but it is the first step towards improving your current situation and the quality of your life. I provide a safe, positive, non-judgmental and warm environment where together we can explore ways to embrace change and find the fulfillment and life balance you long for. I believe in building on your strengths and empowering you to make the choices and changes that make sense to you.
(848) 244-8103 View (848) 244-8103
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Melanie Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.
I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.
(908) 860-8695 View (908) 860-8695
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Sydnee VanDyke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(908) 388-9545 View (908) 388-9545
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Frances Tucker
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , LAMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and relationship issues, but I also treat a multitude of issues. My ideal client is anyone on their journey, no matter how big or small. We all have wants and needs, and our feelings are valid. It takes bravery to start the therapeutic journey. Clients are here to understand, be open-minded, and find themselves.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and relationship issues, but I also treat a multitude of issues. My ideal client is anyone on their journey, no matter how big or small. We all have wants and needs, and our feelings are valid. It takes bravery to start the therapeutic journey. Clients are here to understand, be open-minded, and find themselves.
(908) 916-3362 View (908) 916-3362
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Tara Upperco
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
My ideal client could range in any issues. What is more important to me is they are ready and willing to do the work in navigating their challenges and is ready to better themselves. My ideal client is ready to talk and explore different angles of their struggles and is willing to express what is working and what doesn't work for them so we can find tuned treatment and continue to show progress.
My ideal client could range in any issues. What is more important to me is they are ready and willing to do the work in navigating their challenges and is ready to better themselves. My ideal client is ready to talk and explore different angles of their struggles and is willing to express what is working and what doesn't work for them so we can find tuned treatment and continue to show progress.
(908) 888-9589 View (908) 888-9589
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Briana Falco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Waitlist for new clients
The first step towards healing can be reaching out for help, which is also the hardest and most difficult part. Having been on both sides of this process, my goal is to make that as easy and seamless as possible for you. I aim to create a non-judgmental, safe space for each of my clients. No matter how great or small the issue, I will work collaboratively with you to help you navigate life's hurdles, while exploring all of the factors that have created your own unique self, and embracing the changes or transformations you hope to obtain.
The first step towards healing can be reaching out for help, which is also the hardest and most difficult part. Having been on both sides of this process, my goal is to make that as easy and seamless as possible for you. I aim to create a non-judgmental, safe space for each of my clients. No matter how great or small the issue, I will work collaboratively with you to help you navigate life's hurdles, while exploring all of the factors that have created your own unique self, and embracing the changes or transformations you hope to obtain.
(732) 217-4735 View (732) 217-4735
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A' Myer Nathaniel Charlie Armstrong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbridge, NJ 07095
Do you struggle with the pressure of being seen as the “strong” one? Does this cause you to prioritize others' needs over your own? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others, often causing you to wonder, “is this all there is to life?” Now, more than ever, the feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty are present in day-to-day life and relationships. I offer a custom approach to each of my clients. We begin with understanding your current state of being and current life stressors. Then, we collaboratively create a plan to help you move closer to your desired outcome, and we celebrate your successes along the way.
Do you struggle with the pressure of being seen as the “strong” one? Does this cause you to prioritize others' needs over your own? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others, often causing you to wonder, “is this all there is to life?” Now, more than ever, the feelings of anxiety, overwhelm, and uncertainty are present in day-to-day life and relationships. I offer a custom approach to each of my clients. We begin with understanding your current state of being and current life stressors. Then, we collaboratively create a plan to help you move closer to your desired outcome, and we celebrate your successes along the way.
(281) 843-1628 View (281) 843-1628
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Narrative Therapists

Is narrative therapy evidence-based?

Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.

How long does narrative therapy last?

Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.

Does narrative therapy work?

Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds—perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.

What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?

Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.