Top virtual New Jersey therapists who accept cash payments

I have a passion for helping individuals and families by aspiring hope in each person to reach their full potential through an array of culturally sensitive and adapted modalities and techniques. My passion lies with survivors of abuse and violence and individuals who have experienced traumatic experiences. I have been working with youth and adults for over 7 years. I have an extensive experience working with trauma and is very interactive in-session with resources and activities. I often assists patients dealing with anxiety, break-ups, healing from abuse or trauma. I create treatment plans by pulling techniques from trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and EMDR.

I have a MA in Christian Counseling from Columbia Evangelical Seminary in 2000 and another MA in Community Counseling from Chadron State in 2008, and have been a fully licensed mental health practitioner since 2012. I believe therapy is a collaborative effort. The ultimate goal is to assist clients in attaining goals set for treatment. My specializations include working with clients who suffer from issues related to anxiety, depressive symptoms, self-esteem/self-worth, work-related issues, relationship conflict, breakups/divorce, familial discord, and issues related to race, culture, gender, and religion.

ACC (Acceptance and Commitment towards Change) LLC takes a holistic approach to helping individuals with mental health & behavioral concerns (currently through telehealth). My goal is to empower and assist individuals, families, and groups heal through the process of change. For over 20 years, I have been able to assist others through psychotherapy and case management to work through life challenges. You are not alone. Help is only a phone call away. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a dual Master's degree in Divinity. Life coaching and clincial supervison is also my speciality. Currently in the pre-certification process for EMDR.

I use a whole-person, strengths-based approach to therapy and offer a non-judgmental, safe space where clients come to be completely themselves. It is my goal that each client feels seen, heard, understood and supported. Usually, this means that all aspects of the client's personal identity, including culture, medical and social history, as well as what they believe to be true about themselves are taken into consideration. Collaboratively we'll establish what a successful outcome could look like, and formulate the appropriate plans to achieve it.

In therapy, my goal is to meet the client where they are by individualizing treatment based on the needs of the client. I have extensive experience working with Sunni Muslims and women of color. Cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and behavior activation are modalities I use to address depression, generalized anxiety, interpersonal conflicts and life transitions. I am also a certified Mental Health & Nutrition Specialist, which means I can tell you how to fuel your body and feed your brain. Feel free to schedule with me if you want to work towards increasing your optimism, challenge unhelpful thoughts and improve overall well-being.

Seeking therapy is not an easy decision but with a safe space to explore complex feelings it makes the process less overwhelming. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 9 years of experience, with extensive experience and training providing direct clinical services to clients ages 3 and up. I specialize in treating a variety of needs including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, emotional-regulation, self-esteem, and relationship conflicts. My focus is to empower and support clients while working towards healing and recovery. In sessions I incorporate a mixture of therapeutic techniques and modalities such as psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along side relational and traditional talk based therapy.

I knew I wanted to be a therapist when encountered so many individuals that were dealing with current and past emotional strongholds. I found myself becoming a listener ear and offering support and guidance. I believe change happens when you have an opportunity to examine yourself and realize their is a problem and you then start taking steps to move in the direction for the change to take place. Clients who get the most out of therapy with me are open to and willing to try new things. I am very creative in my therapeutic techniques and understand that all clients needs are different. I am a Certified Bariatric Counselor specializing in trauma, obesity, and weight loss. Open to working with adolescents ages 13 and older.

People are just as wonderful as sunsets if you let them be. When I look at a sunset, I don’t find myself saying, “soften the orange a bit on the right-hand corner. I don’t try and control a sunset.” I watch with awe as it unfolds (Rogers, 1980). In my therapeutic work over the past 15 years I have been uniquely fortunate to watch as potential and destiny unfolds for clients. In my clinical roles I fully espouse a person-centered strength-based focus and approach with clients, to the end of collaborative problem solving with your concerns and goals at the heart of our work together. Empowerment, personal responsibility, and deep emphatic connection are the driving forces of my counseling practice at Lotus Therapeutic Services. I specialize in person-centered and evidenced based interventions with my clients. I have worked with individuals with substance use disorders as well as other mental health diagnoses.

As licensed therapist I believe we can transform our struggles into chances to learn and grow. I strive to help clients gain insight into how to cope with their various life circumstances and emotional health. I work with various populations, specializing in anxiety, depression, addiction, relational concerns, parenting needs, self-esteem, substance use, and trauma. My therapy style is open, direct, genuine, accepting, nonjudgmental, honest, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Your needs are unique, and I believe therapy should be too. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, dialectical behavioral, and solution-focused, with humor and honesty. My approach begins with getting to know you, and making you feel safe and comfortable. I empower my clients to make positive changes within their lives leading to healthier habits, better relationships, and improved mental health.

As we embark on our therapeutic journey together, it's important to recognize a fundamental truth: "You are the expert of your life." Your voice holds significance, your story deserves empathy, and your emotions warrant validation. Whether you're navigating daily challenges, processing past traumas, or feeling overwhelmed, my goal is to create a nurturing environment where you feel empowered to confront your obstacles. Therapy is tailored to your unique needs, preferences, and circumstances, drawing from approaches like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, Family Systems, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Expect to gain insights into self-awareness, coping skills, and communication, empowering you to navigate life with greater resilience and understanding.