Therapists in 08723
I am a compassionate National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) with a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, specializing in Clinical Mental Health, from Rutgers University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Science from Hofstra University. With over a decade of experience in healthcare settings, I have developed a strong ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds.
I am a compassionate National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) with a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling, specializing in Clinical Mental Health, from Rutgers University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Community Health Science from Hofstra University. With over a decade of experience in healthcare settings, I have developed a strong ability to support individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Melissa Santana at LifeStance Health provides compassionate mental health counseling for adults and older adults throughout New Jersey. She helps clients navigate life’s emotional challenges with empathy, clinical insight, and individualized support tailored to each person’s experiences and goals. Melissa offers individual therapy for those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and major life transitions, creating a supportive space where clients can process difficult emotions and develop healthier coping strategies.
Melissa Santana at LifeStance Health provides compassionate mental health counseling for adults and older adults throughout New Jersey. She helps clients navigate life’s emotional challenges with empathy, clinical insight, and individualized support tailored to each person’s experiences and goals. Melissa offers individual therapy for those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and major life transitions, creating a supportive space where clients can process difficult emotions and develop healthier coping strategies.
Amanda McDonald - Anxiety, Teens & Adults
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
2 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08723
As a Licensed Social Worker, I bring a wealth of education and hands-on experience to my role. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, with a specialization in clinical work with children and families, as well as a Master's degree in Social Work from Monmouth University. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults, in one-on-one therapeutic settings.
As a Licensed Social Worker, I bring a wealth of education and hands-on experience to my role. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, with a specialization in clinical work with children and families, as well as a Master's degree in Social Work from Monmouth University. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of working with diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and adults, in one-on-one therapeutic settings.
Joy Leonardo - Trauma, Relationships & Teens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
2 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08723
I am a compassionate Licensed Social Worker who has spent her career in mental health working with children, teens, and adults to achieve their journey to wellness. I specialize in trauma therapy, relationship issues, ADHD, Anger Management, and Client Focus.
I am a compassionate Licensed Social Worker who has spent her career in mental health working with children, teens, and adults to achieve their journey to wellness. I specialize in trauma therapy, relationship issues, ADHD, Anger Management, and Client Focus.
Whether someone is facing a specific challenge or feeling stuck and uncertain, Kayla strives to meet clients exactly where they are and walk alongside them in their healing journey. With several years of experience in clinical settings, she considers it both a passion and a privilege to support individuals from all walks of life.
Whether someone is facing a specific challenge or feeling stuck and uncertain, Kayla strives to meet clients exactly where they are and walk alongside them in their healing journey. With several years of experience in clinical settings, she considers it both a passion and a privilege to support individuals from all walks of life.
Feeling stuck or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or unprocessed emotions? Erin Cliffe, LCSW, CAADC, and ADHD Coach, brings nearly 20 years of experience guiding clients through life’s toughest challenges. Specializing in trauma, dissociation, neurodivergence, and mood disorders, she helps clients gain clarity, empowerment, and lasting change. Erin also supports spiritually inclined and highly intuitive individuals, creating a safe space to explore healing, self-discovery, and meaningful growth.
Feeling stuck or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, or unprocessed emotions? Erin Cliffe, LCSW, CAADC, and ADHD Coach, brings nearly 20 years of experience guiding clients through life’s toughest challenges. Specializing in trauma, dissociation, neurodivergence, and mood disorders, she helps clients gain clarity, empowerment, and lasting change. Erin also supports spiritually inclined and highly intuitive individuals, creating a safe space to explore healing, self-discovery, and meaningful growth.
My ideal client is someone motivated to change but seeking support and guidance to do so. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or identity-related issues and need encouragement, coping strategies, and a space to be heard. Their goal is to build on their existing strengths, develop resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. They want to feel empowered and confident, knowing they have the tools and support to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth.
My ideal client is someone motivated to change but seeking support and guidance to do so. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, or identity-related issues and need encouragement, coping strategies, and a space to be heard. Their goal is to build on their existing strengths, develop resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. They want to feel empowered and confident, knowing they have the tools and support to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth.
I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 30 years of counseling experience. I have provided counseling for adolescences and adults from many different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. I am very sensitive to individual differences and will provide an atmosphere of trust, safety, and protect the confidentiality of my clients. It is my goal to assist individuals, couples, and families in identifying the issues and develop strategies for positive solutions.
I am a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor who has over 30 years of counseling experience. I have provided counseling for adolescences and adults from many different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. I am very sensitive to individual differences and will provide an atmosphere of trust, safety, and protect the confidentiality of my clients. It is my goal to assist individuals, couples, and families in identifying the issues and develop strategies for positive solutions.
When anxiety feels constant, self-doubt takes over, or life transitions become overwhelming, having the right support can help you find your footing again.
Laura Klockner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She works with adults ages 18 and older—including older adults—who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and postpartum adjustment.
When anxiety feels constant, self-doubt takes over, or life transitions become overwhelming, having the right support can help you find your footing again.
Laura Klockner is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with over 13 years of experience in the mental health field. She works with adults ages 18 and older—including older adults—who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and postpartum adjustment.
Phil Caruso believes that therapy is one of the few spaces in life dedicated entirely to you — your growth, your healing, and your ability to reach your full potential. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 15 years of experience in the field of psychotherapy, Phil is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and practical support.
Phil Caruso believes that therapy is one of the few spaces in life dedicated entirely to you — your growth, your healing, and your ability to reach your full potential. As a Licensed Professional Counselor with more than 15 years of experience in the field of psychotherapy, Phil is passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges with compassion, authenticity, and practical support.
Making the decision to start therapy can be one of the most difficult steps in the therapeutic process so first I'd like to commend you. Reaching out for professional support is a direct indication of your strength, your courage and your resilience. Part of our philosophy, as a practice, has to do with helping clients attain their own personal goals. Whether you are dealing with individual, family or relationship oriented challenges we can work together to reach goals decided by you.
Making the decision to start therapy can be one of the most difficult steps in the therapeutic process so first I'd like to commend you. Reaching out for professional support is a direct indication of your strength, your courage and your resilience. Part of our philosophy, as a practice, has to do with helping clients attain their own personal goals. Whether you are dealing with individual, family or relationship oriented challenges we can work together to reach goals decided by you.
Chloe McMillan is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Associated Counselor (LAC), dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families create healthier relationships and navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with clarity and confidence. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kean University and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University.
Chloe McMillan is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Associated Counselor (LAC), dedicated to helping individuals, couples, and families create healthier relationships and navigate anxiety, trauma, and life transitions with clarity and confidence. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Kean University and a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a specialization in Marriage and Family Therapy from Grand Canyon University.
I commend you for taking the first step and searching for a therapist. I hope you continue to move forward and select a therapist so you can improve the quality of your life. Perhaps you just need a caring person to listen and help you navigate the hills and find refuge in the valleys of everyday life. I welcome the opportunity to help you obtain your goals. At Pipitone Counseling Service you will not just be listened to, you will be heard. If my schedule is full I have several therapists who work with me. Each was selected carefully and competently. I also have a wait list if you prefer.
I commend you for taking the first step and searching for a therapist. I hope you continue to move forward and select a therapist so you can improve the quality of your life. Perhaps you just need a caring person to listen and help you navigate the hills and find refuge in the valleys of everyday life. I welcome the opportunity to help you obtain your goals. At Pipitone Counseling Service you will not just be listened to, you will be heard. If my schedule is full I have several therapists who work with me. Each was selected carefully and competently. I also have a wait list if you prefer.
Tara believes that empathy, support, trust, and compassion are all parts that are vital for productive therapy. With active listening I am able to help my clients gain awareness of what their struggles might be. My goal is to assist in the development of coping skills in order for healing and transformation to take place. Taking the first step could be the best step. Allow yourself the opportunity to be the authentic person you were born to be. Therapy can be one of the best gifts you can give to yourself.
Tara believes that empathy, support, trust, and compassion are all parts that are vital for productive therapy. With active listening I am able to help my clients gain awareness of what their struggles might be. My goal is to assist in the development of coping skills in order for healing and transformation to take place. Taking the first step could be the best step. Allow yourself the opportunity to be the authentic person you were born to be. Therapy can be one of the best gifts you can give to yourself.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don’t have to face it alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping adults, teens, and families navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative—we’ll work together to find strategies that bring relief and lasting change.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, and you don’t have to face it alone. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience helping adults, teens, and families navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. My approach is compassionate, practical, and collaborative—we’ll work together to find strategies that bring relief and lasting change.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in neuropsychology. Our office provides two main types of services designed to help you. Our first service offers neuropsychological examinations, also called neuropsychological testings. These comprehensive examinations are important for anyone who is concerned about their attention, memory, language, problem-solving abilities, etc. They also serve as an essential resource for patients referred by their physicians, and their families, helping them understand how their brain functions, receive an accurate diagnosis, and obtain treatment recommendations.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialty in neuropsychology. Our office provides two main types of services designed to help you. Our first service offers neuropsychological examinations, also called neuropsychological testings. These comprehensive examinations are important for anyone who is concerned about their attention, memory, language, problem-solving abilities, etc. They also serve as an essential resource for patients referred by their physicians, and their families, helping them understand how their brain functions, receive an accurate diagnosis, and obtain treatment recommendations.
Hello! I specialize in the treatment of emotional and behavioral issues. I treat children, adolescents, and adults. I am an individual, couples, and family therapist. In addition to traditional psychotherapy, I am also offering the first legal psychedelic therapy- ketamine assisted psychotherapy, or "KAP".
My focus is on processing trauma, anxiety and unresolved issues. Ketamine can complement therapy to help you experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvements. Whether we use traditional psychotherapy or ketamine, the goal is to improve your mental well being from the inside out.
Reach out to discuss your needs!
Hello! I specialize in the treatment of emotional and behavioral issues. I treat children, adolescents, and adults. I am an individual, couples, and family therapist. In addition to traditional psychotherapy, I am also offering the first legal psychedelic therapy- ketamine assisted psychotherapy, or "KAP".
My focus is on processing trauma, anxiety and unresolved issues. Ketamine can complement therapy to help you experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvements. Whether we use traditional psychotherapy or ketamine, the goal is to improve your mental well being from the inside out.
Reach out to discuss your needs!
Diana Cannis is a bilingual Licensed Associate Counselor with a National Certified Counselor (NCC) certification in New Jersey who joined LifeStance in 2024. She has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kean University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Nyack College. Diana is a Licensed Associate Counselor. Diana has extensive knowledge and skills in supporting children, adolescents, and adults in managing and overcoming mental health challenges within a home-based setting.
Diana Cannis is a bilingual Licensed Associate Counselor with a National Certified Counselor (NCC) certification in New Jersey who joined LifeStance in 2024. She has a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Kean University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Nyack College. Diana is a Licensed Associate Counselor. Diana has extensive knowledge and skills in supporting children, adolescents, and adults in managing and overcoming mental health challenges within a home-based setting.
Danielle Lehtonen - Substance Use, Relationships
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
3 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08723
I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor. I have experience treating adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Therapy is not one size fits all, which is why I utilize varied approaches when working with individuals including person-centered, CBT, trauma-based, and addiction recovery.
I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor. I have experience treating adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Therapy is not one size fits all, which is why I utilize varied approaches when working with individuals including person-centered, CBT, trauma-based, and addiction recovery.
Struggling to navigate life’s challenges or past trauma? Jennifer, a licensed clinical social worker since 2013, helps individuals, couples, and families work toward healing and wellness. With experience in community, hospital, and residential settings, she uses a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approach to support clients in processing concerns and creating personalized treatment plans that promote growth, resilience, and overall well-being.
Struggling to navigate life’s challenges or past trauma? Jennifer, a licensed clinical social worker since 2013, helps individuals, couples, and families work toward healing and wellness. With experience in community, hospital, and residential settings, she uses a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented approach to support clients in processing concerns and creating personalized treatment plans that promote growth, resilience, and overall well-being.
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Number of Therapists in 08723
200+
Average cost per session
$150
Therapists in 08723 who prioritize treating:
| 93% | Anxiety |
| 93% | Social Anxiety |
| 93% | Health Anxiety |
| 93% | Driving Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 77% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 93% | Aetna |
| 75% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 75% | Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield |
How Therapists in 08723 see their clients
| 80% | In Person and Online | |
| 20% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 83% | Female | |
| 17% | Male |