Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Westfield, NJ 07090
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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.
I would help this client by using a more DBT-focused approach and my experience as an art therapist. I can help the client explore their identity and promote self-expression through art. This is a helpful tool for conveying emotions when it can be hard to do so using just words. I would use my knowledge of coping skills to help the client regulate.
We must continue advocating for mental health and, as counselors, do what we can for those who seek help. I would invite any client to reach out and get the help that they need. Whether it's reaching out to me or to another counselor who fits you more closely, the first step to getting better is asking for that help.
Call or Email Samantha Merse now for a free 15 minute consultation - (908) 845-8876
Let's Connect (908) 845-8876
Managed by Harmony Bay Wellness. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Finances
Insurance
- Aetna
- AmeriHealth
- Anthem
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- MultiPlan
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37AC00668100 Samantha Merse
- In Practice for 2 Years
- Attended Caldwell University, Master's in Counseling with Art Therapy Specialization, Graduated 2022
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Autism
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Dual Diagnosis
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Transgender
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (908) 845-8876
Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Expressive Arts
- Family / Marital
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P
Location
Additional Location
Summit, NJ 07901
(908) 845-8876Nearby Areas
Counties
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Samantha Merse
Counselor, LAC, ATR-P