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Rick Manista
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MA, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (973) 834-7241
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Many of my clients come to me after experiencing constant judgement and shame from their world. This becomes internalized and they often feel stuck from negative self-talk, anxiety or low self-esteem. My clients are not looking for ways to improve a symptom, but are looking to get in touch with their strengths and utilize parts of themselves that were lost. My clients are looking for a calm, nurturing environment where they can explore these issues in a playful manner.
I provide a person centered, non-judgmental presence, focusing on the present moment and integrating thoughts with reactions. As a Gestalt therapist, my style is experiential focusing on the therapeutic relationship. I utilize strategies such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and play with children, teens and adults.
Throughout life, we learn to cope with trauma and stressors in the way we need to survive. These patterns may no longer serve us in the present. My work is to utilize your own strengths, body and imagination to adapt to a new situation and bring you closer to self-actualization.
Call or Email Rick Manista now for a free 15 minute consultation - (973) 834-7241
Let's Connect (973) 834-7241
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $250
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Rick Manista
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MA, LPC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00493900 Rick Manista
- License: New York 012004 / 2021
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- ADHD
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Autism
- Bisexual
- Child
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Intellectual Disability
- Internet Addiction
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
4 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Queer Allied
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Queer Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Gestalt
- Imago
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Play Therapy
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (973) 834-7241
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Rick Manista
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, MA, LPC