Therapists in 08054
33 years of experience. Doctoral education. In person. Local provider. Google reviews. Providing caring and practical assistance for those who need it most is my main focus. Each person has unique circumstances and needs so I work to ensure that I take the time necessary to fully understand you and the issues that have brought you in. With this comprehensive understanding of you and the specific issues we can work together to not only relieve the current problem, but also reduce the likelihood of it reoccurring.
33 years of experience. Doctoral education. In person. Local provider. Google reviews. Providing caring and practical assistance for those who need it most is my main focus. Each person has unique circumstances and needs so I work to ensure that I take the time necessary to fully understand you and the issues that have brought you in. With this comprehensive understanding of you and the specific issues we can work together to not only relieve the current problem, but also reduce the likelihood of it reoccurring.
Education BA from Rowan University & MSW from Rutgers University I have over 16 years of experience working as a licensed clinical therapist in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My expertise is in treating Depression, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Eating Disorders, Women's trauma, PTSD, Personality Disorders, Addictions, Anger Management, Adjustment Disorders, and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. I work with each client to develop the most appropriate and effective intervention/treatment plan.
Education BA from Rowan University & MSW from Rutgers University I have over 16 years of experience working as a licensed clinical therapist in both inpatient and outpatient settings. My expertise is in treating Depression, Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Eating Disorders, Women's trauma, PTSD, Personality Disorders, Addictions, Anger Management, Adjustment Disorders, and Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder. I work with each client to develop the most appropriate and effective intervention/treatment plan.
Amy Schulster, LAC, helps individuals across New Jersey find clarity, resilience, and connection through a deeply compassionate and evidence-based therapeutic approach. Serving adults and teens ages 15 and older, Amy provides a warm, inclusive environment where clients can feel safe exploring their emotional experiences and life challenges. At LifeStance Health, she offers both individual and group therapy, specializing in guiding clients through personal growth, emotional healing, and meaningful change. Amy is particularly passionate about supporting those navigating issues related to gender identity, eating disorders, and trauma.
Amy Schulster, LAC, helps individuals across New Jersey find clarity, resilience, and connection through a deeply compassionate and evidence-based therapeutic approach. Serving adults and teens ages 15 and older, Amy provides a warm, inclusive environment where clients can feel safe exploring their emotional experiences and life challenges. At LifeStance Health, she offers both individual and group therapy, specializing in guiding clients through personal growth, emotional healing, and meaningful change. Amy is particularly passionate about supporting those navigating issues related to gender identity, eating disorders, and trauma.
Timothy Steinmetz, LCSW, helps adults in New Jersey navigate complex life challenges with empathy, insight, and practical strategies for change. Based at LifeStance Health, he works with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and issues related to identity, aging, and health. Timothy offers care that is grounded in compassion and a deep respect for the unique experiences each person brings. He serves adults ages 41 to 64, with a focus on helping patients through difficult transitions, such as midlife changes, chronic health conditions, and grief.
Timothy Steinmetz, LCSW, helps adults in New Jersey navigate complex life challenges with empathy, insight, and practical strategies for change. Based at LifeStance Health, he works with individuals and couples facing anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and issues related to identity, aging, and health. Timothy offers care that is grounded in compassion and a deep respect for the unique experiences each person brings. He serves adults ages 41 to 64, with a focus on helping patients through difficult transitions, such as midlife changes, chronic health conditions, and grief.
Brandi McFarland, LSW, is dedicated to helping individuals and families in New Jersey navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. She provides care tailored to each client’s unique needs, drawing on her extensive experience in crisis intervention, adolescent therapy, and family support. Brandi works with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, offering services such as individual, family, couples, and group therapy to address a wide range of mental health concerns. Brandi specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with a strong focus on adolescent mental health.
Brandi McFarland, LSW, is dedicated to helping individuals and families in New Jersey navigate life’s challenges with compassion and expertise. She provides care tailored to each client’s unique needs, drawing on her extensive experience in crisis intervention, adolescent therapy, and family support. Brandi works with children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors, offering services such as individual, family, couples, and group therapy to address a wide range of mental health concerns. Brandi specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD/trauma, with a strong focus on adolescent mental health.
Immediate availability for both in person and virtual appointments - Emerge Behavioral Health is a trauma-informed group practice comprised of compassionate and seasoned licensed mental health professionals that provide services to children/teens, young and mature adults, and couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, relationship, family, parent-child issues, behavioral/social problems, attentional difficulties, postpartum depression, women's issues, and substance use issues. Treatment modalities we utilize include person-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, and DBT.
Immediate availability for both in person and virtual appointments - Emerge Behavioral Health is a trauma-informed group practice comprised of compassionate and seasoned licensed mental health professionals that provide services to children/teens, young and mature adults, and couples and families struggling with depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, relationship, family, parent-child issues, behavioral/social problems, attentional difficulties, postpartum depression, women's issues, and substance use issues. Treatment modalities we utilize include person-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, TF-CBT, and DBT.
Allison is a licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope and adjust to difficult and everyday life challenges. Allison has extensive experience treating autism/developmental disorders, anxiety disorders, abuse, depression, behavioral challenges, impulse control/oppositional defiance, self image/self harm, and trauma. Allison completed her Masters Degree in Social Work from Monmouth University with a concentration in clinical practice with families and children. Allison's approach to therapy is client centered and solution-focused.
Allison is a licensed clinical psychotherapist who specializes in working with children, adolescents, and adults as they cope and adjust to difficult and everyday life challenges. Allison has extensive experience treating autism/developmental disorders, anxiety disorders, abuse, depression, behavioral challenges, impulse control/oppositional defiance, self image/self harm, and trauma. Allison completed her Masters Degree in Social Work from Monmouth University with a concentration in clinical practice with families and children. Allison's approach to therapy is client centered and solution-focused.
Feeling trapped in cycles of worry, panic, or intrusive thoughts? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck there. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t quiet down, panic attacks that hit out of nowhere, or OCD that leaves you doubting everything, I help you understand your mind and body so you can finally feel in control again.
I create a supportive space for self-awareness, healing, and nervous system regulation, helping you move from fear and uncertainty to confidence and calm.
Feeling trapped in cycles of worry, panic, or intrusive thoughts? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay stuck there. Whether it’s anxiety that won’t quiet down, panic attacks that hit out of nowhere, or OCD that leaves you doubting everything, I help you understand your mind and body so you can finally feel in control again.
I create a supportive space for self-awareness, healing, and nervous system regulation, helping you move from fear and uncertainty to confidence and calm.
Brianna Pardo is a National Certified Counselor and licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Brianna received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Seton Hall University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Rhode Island. Brianna acquired a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate and a Children’s Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. Brianna believes that the quality of the counseling relationship is the most important factor in creating positive personal change in one’s life.
Brianna Pardo is a National Certified Counselor and licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Brianna received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Seton Hall University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Rhode Island. Brianna acquired a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate and a Children’s Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. Brianna believes that the quality of the counseling relationship is the most important factor in creating positive personal change in one’s life.
Whether you are at a crossroads or just seeking a greater understanding of yourself or your current situation, I am here to assist you in your quest. I enjoy working with a variety of age groups: adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. I specialize in and I am Level 3 trained in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. As a psychologist and fellow human being, I know that life is a long and winding road and sometimes, we are uncertain which bends to follow or turns to take and we just need support and guidance. Together, we can tap into your inner guidance and wisdom.
Whether you are at a crossroads or just seeking a greater understanding of yourself or your current situation, I am here to assist you in your quest. I enjoy working with a variety of age groups: adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors. I specialize in and I am Level 3 trained in the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model. As a psychologist and fellow human being, I know that life is a long and winding road and sometimes, we are uncertain which bends to follow or turns to take and we just need support and guidance. Together, we can tap into your inner guidance and wisdom.
Dr. Mitch PsyD & Lisa Couples Relationship Life Coach, Specialize in Marriage/Couples, Communication, Alcohol, Infidelity, Narcissism & Parenting. We have 35 Years of Co-Leading our Workshops (Male/Female Perspective). Our Workshops are Not Traditional Counseling (We Don't Obsess about your Past). We Provide: Two Professionals that Specialize in the Treatment of Relationships and Communication. We are Opened: Days, Eve's & Weekends. These Workshops are Designed for a Rapid Recovery and are Powerful & Comprehensive. Our Marriage/Couples, Alcohol & Communication Workshops have an 85% Rate of Success when you Complete our Program.
Dr. Mitch PsyD & Lisa Couples Relationship Life Coach, Specialize in Marriage/Couples, Communication, Alcohol, Infidelity, Narcissism & Parenting. We have 35 Years of Co-Leading our Workshops (Male/Female Perspective). Our Workshops are Not Traditional Counseling (We Don't Obsess about your Past). We Provide: Two Professionals that Specialize in the Treatment of Relationships and Communication. We are Opened: Days, Eve's & Weekends. These Workshops are Designed for a Rapid Recovery and are Powerful & Comprehensive. Our Marriage/Couples, Alcohol & Communication Workshops have an 85% Rate of Success when you Complete our Program.
My approach to therapy reflects my belief that individuals can recover from traumatic and/or stressful life experiences. I am a licensed psychologist with advanced training in neuropsychology. My training and service in the United States Air Force and employment at a Veteran Affairs Medical Center has provided me with extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and trauma-related anxiety disorders.
My approach to therapy reflects my belief that individuals can recover from traumatic and/or stressful life experiences. I am a licensed psychologist with advanced training in neuropsychology. My training and service in the United States Air Force and employment at a Veteran Affairs Medical Center has provided me with extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and trauma-related anxiety disorders.
Are you feeling worried, hopeless, or out of control and just can't shake it? Have you been through something that continues to haunt you day after day? Are you ready to take a step to better cope with your emotions? If you answered yes to any of these questions, therapy may be beneficial to you! I strive to provide individualized services that will be most beneficial to you in reaching your goals. My clinical approach incorporates elements of person-centered counseling, psychodynamic counseling, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients reach their goals.
Are you feeling worried, hopeless, or out of control and just can't shake it? Have you been through something that continues to haunt you day after day? Are you ready to take a step to better cope with your emotions? If you answered yes to any of these questions, therapy may be beneficial to you! I strive to provide individualized services that will be most beneficial to you in reaching your goals. My clinical approach incorporates elements of person-centered counseling, psychodynamic counseling, and cognitive behavioral therapy to help my clients reach their goals.
Dr. Christopher G. Deussing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, C-DBT
15 Endorsed
Mount Laurel, NJ 08054
Dr. Deussing has helped many people with a variety of psychological presentations including mood disorders, trauma, grief, addiction, & personality disorders. Currently, three of his primary focuses are Borderline Personality Disorder, Ketamine Therapy, & Men's Mental Health. Dr. Deussing's core competencies are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Modern Psychoanalysis, & Psychedelic Therapy. He is a creative clinician who uses a humanistic client-centered approach. Dr. Deussing is an expert group facilitator licensed to practice in 6 states (PA, NJ, DE, CO, FL, & HI). He also provides training, supervision, & consultation services.
Dr. Deussing has helped many people with a variety of psychological presentations including mood disorders, trauma, grief, addiction, & personality disorders. Currently, three of his primary focuses are Borderline Personality Disorder, Ketamine Therapy, & Men's Mental Health. Dr. Deussing's core competencies are Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Modern Psychoanalysis, & Psychedelic Therapy. He is a creative clinician who uses a humanistic client-centered approach. Dr. Deussing is an expert group facilitator licensed to practice in 6 states (PA, NJ, DE, CO, FL, & HI). He also provides training, supervision, & consultation services.
Overcoming cultural, generational, or any form of trauma is a deeply challenging journey. Many of us struggle to find effective ways to navigate these deeply rooted stressors. However, I firmly believe that with the right support, everyone has the strength and resilience needed to heal and break cycles of abuse, family discord, and trauma. I am dedicated to being the supportive presence individuals need to make meaningful changes in their lives. My passion lies in helping clients work through cycles of abuse, family conflicts, and generational trauma.
Overcoming cultural, generational, or any form of trauma is a deeply challenging journey. Many of us struggle to find effective ways to navigate these deeply rooted stressors. However, I firmly believe that with the right support, everyone has the strength and resilience needed to heal and break cycles of abuse, family discord, and trauma. I am dedicated to being the supportive presence individuals need to make meaningful changes in their lives. My passion lies in helping clients work through cycles of abuse, family conflicts, and generational trauma.
Choosing the right therapist can be a challenge. Finding the perfect fit for your needs will lead you to a better quality of life. You may be experiencing, grief, unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, or any number of other conditions that are stopping you from leading the life you want to live. For my graduate degree at the University of Michigan, I focused on geriatrics, end of life, caregiving, and grief. Over the past 11 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have branched out into the fields of trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression.
Choosing the right therapist can be a challenge. Finding the perfect fit for your needs will lead you to a better quality of life. You may be experiencing, grief, unresolved trauma, depression, anxiety, or any number of other conditions that are stopping you from leading the life you want to live. For my graduate degree at the University of Michigan, I focused on geriatrics, end of life, caregiving, and grief. Over the past 11 years as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have branched out into the fields of trauma, grief, anxiety, and depression.
In my professional work I have learned to empathize deeply and to make observations and interpretations based on years of accumulated clinical knowledge and experience. While my professional training has been invaluable, my clients (and my colleagues, too) have been the most extraordinary teachers of life and healing. Through my work I have learned to be more open and compassionate and more fully human. This enables me to be a more effective facilitator in the healing process of psychotherapy. It is always a privilege to do emotional healing work with another human being--both of us are enriched.
In my professional work I have learned to empathize deeply and to make observations and interpretations based on years of accumulated clinical knowledge and experience. While my professional training has been invaluable, my clients (and my colleagues, too) have been the most extraordinary teachers of life and healing. Through my work I have learned to be more open and compassionate and more fully human. This enables me to be a more effective facilitator in the healing process of psychotherapy. It is always a privilege to do emotional healing work with another human being--both of us are enriched.
Every day you feel the pressure to be perfect. You wake up, scroll through your social media, and are left feeling inadequate; like something is wrong with you or you don't "have it all together" the way it seems that others do. This feeling could be connected to your the way you view your body, your parenting, your work, or your relationships. You have dreams and goals, and continue to work hard and do your best, but still, it feels like you aren't getting anywhere and you aren't feeling any better about yourself or your life.
Every day you feel the pressure to be perfect. You wake up, scroll through your social media, and are left feeling inadequate; like something is wrong with you or you don't "have it all together" the way it seems that others do. This feeling could be connected to your the way you view your body, your parenting, your work, or your relationships. You have dreams and goals, and continue to work hard and do your best, but still, it feels like you aren't getting anywhere and you aren't feeling any better about yourself or your life.
Kaitlyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her Master’s degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from The College of New Jersey. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rowan University. Kaitlyn’s area of population includes adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has experience in community mental health agencies, as well as college and academic settings. Kaitlyn has received advanced training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, allowing an area of focus in perinatal and postpartum mental health.
Kaitlyn is a Licensed Professional Counselor who received her Master’s degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Therapy from The College of New Jersey. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Rowan University. Kaitlyn’s area of population includes adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She has experience in community mental health agencies, as well as college and academic settings. Kaitlyn has received advanced training in perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, allowing an area of focus in perinatal and postpartum mental health.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with children and families, utilizing multi-systemic approaches. Experience includes social service agencies, outpatient mental health, partial care, group homes, school counseling and in -home therapeutic services for children and adults. My ideal client seeks to bring balance to their life in a safe, non-threating environment as they address depression, anxiety disorders, relationship, interpersonal concerns, parenting, adjustment issues, anger management, family / children or workplace issues. Therapist provides services to an ethnically diverse population, with specific emphasis on culturally relevant therapy and counseling for families of African descent.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with children and families, utilizing multi-systemic approaches. Experience includes social service agencies, outpatient mental health, partial care, group homes, school counseling and in -home therapeutic services for children and adults. My ideal client seeks to bring balance to their life in a safe, non-threating environment as they address depression, anxiety disorders, relationship, interpersonal concerns, parenting, adjustment issues, anger management, family / children or workplace issues. Therapist provides services to an ethnically diverse population, with specific emphasis on culturally relevant therapy and counseling for families of African descent.
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Number of Therapists in 08054
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 08054 who prioritize treating:
| 96% | Anxiety |
| 90% | Depression |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Relationship Issues |
| 67% | Coping Skills |
| 67% | Self Esteem |
| 66% | Stress |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 93% | Aetna |
| 70% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 64% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in 08054 see their clients
| 73% | In Person and Online | |
| 27% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 81% | Female | |
| 18% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |