Therapists in 08736

Often we experience situations that can cause us to feel overwhelmed and sometimes powerless. Maybe we can't stop thinking about situations in the past or we can't get negative possibilities out of our head. Maybe we are having difficulty feeling heard or find it hard to find a neutral person who listens and understands. Maybe we just need some tools and skills to help manage whatever difficult situation we may be in. Maybe we have tried everything, and it is not working. My approach focuses on how to empower you to create the change you would like to see in your life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Music Therapist with over 20 years of clinical experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I believe everyone can achieve wellness, whether you struggle with ADHD, depression, anxiety, social skills deficits, being bullied or struggling to find your right path. I engage clients in a variety of evidenced based practices to assist them in meeting their identified goals. Based on your strengths and gifts, together we will partner to find solutions to barriers holding you back from being your best self.

Do you feel "stuck", uncertain how to move forward after experiencing an illness, divorce, death of a loved one or beloved pet, retirement, empty nest, becoming a caregiver, or other personal crisis? Are you worried that you and your spouse are "drifting" apart? Are you experiencing increased irritability and difficulty in relationships? At times, do you feel alone and disconnected from family and friends because they don't understand what you're going through? Are you searching for a purpose, something that will ignite your passion and enhance your life?

"Cheryl Manfredi,LCSW has18 years experience working with adults and couples. She is a certified psychotherapist and psychoanalyst with four years post graduate training in Object Relations Therapy. "Therapy frequently promotes a more deeply experienced sense of self and others through gradual awareness and honesty with ourselves. "Through listening, witnessing, recognizing and understanding, therapy becomes a greenhouse for the self to develop more fully."

I have worked in the field of mental health counseling for over 13 years and am committed to the overall well-being of each and every client. My experience includes but is not limited to substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues and managing basic life stressors.

Within each of us lies the answers but so often we don't listen, or can't hear, that voice. Therapy can help to quiet the mind and allow that voice to speak and be heard. When we follow its words we find exactly where we need to be. My goal in therapy is to help clients to find that voice and listen to it because it holds the answers we seek-It holds the map for the journey we are on.

I've worked as a therapist for ten+ years doing a combination of Intensive In-Home Counseling, private practice, and working in schools for children with behavioral/academic/psychiatric issues. I’m pleased to now work exclusively in private practice where I offer individual as well as group therapy; I currently run a social skills group for adults on the Autism Spectrum and will be bringing back teen social skills group in August 2021. I believe in working with the family as well as the child when working with adolescents. I enjoy working with adolescents as well as adults, and appreciate the unique differences of each client.

**I am accepting new clients with limited availability** I believe that change starts with being validated, heard, and understood. However, this is the just first step on the path to creating a more fulfilling life. My goal is to help you create a life worth living while also working on the stress, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, or whatever it is that is preventing you from moving forward. Together, we then create new ways of thinking, coping, and behaving while following your own morals and values.

Jennifer (Jenny) Cozzolino, LCSW, received her Masters Degree in Social Work from Monmouth University and has been practicing as a clinical social worker for over nine years. She has worked with children, families, couples, and seniors. Jenny has extensive experience in treating anxiety, depression, and loss (grief counseling, relationship, independence, and/or loss of identity). Jenny also has an intense passion for working with families and or parents in helping develop strategies that will create a more balanced home life, allowing families to understand their dynamics in a nonjudgmental way.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, and their families. I have worked in a variety of mental health settings, including intensive in home therapy through the NJ State Children's System of Care. During this time, I have treated a vast array of diverse psychological issues, in particular, adolescents diagnosed with Anxiety disorders, including OCD. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT) as the treatment protocol. I have completed intensive training in Exposure and Ritual Prevention (ERP) at the Center for Treatment and Study of Anxiety through the University of Pennsylvania.

I enjoy helping people learn to express their feelings, process their feelings without judgment, and look for solutions to move forward toward their goals, both in therapy and beyond. I work with adult men and women looking to empower themselves and create positive change in their lives.

Why go it alone? I can help you start living your best life today. I approach my therapeutic practice as one part of a holistic plan to help you achieve balance and peace.

Matthew Chodosh is a New Jersey Licensed Social Worker with over 20 years working with a multitude of populations and ages. After several years working with an adoption agency, he moved into direct mental health care working with chronically mentally ill adults, along with substance abuse disorders and co-occurring disorders. For the past 15 years, he has been and continues to work in a local hospital as an emergency room clinician. Matthew received his Master's degree from Monmouth University in 2000 and utilizes his training on a daily basis. Using experiences and training he brings a down-to-earth, person-centered approach.

I am an eclectic therapist well suited to treating adult and adolescents impacted by substance abuse and mood disorders. I have extensive experience engaging, individuals with co-occurring disorders. All substance abuse, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD, and personality complications are accommodated. Adults and teens having functional challenges in multiple contexts will find comfort in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Reality Therapy constructs; tailored to their specific circumstances and implemented collaboratively to assist resolution to legal, familial, employment complications that are impacting their lives. Family involvement and consultative relationships will be utilized to optimize ideal outcomes.

“Be proud of yourself for how hard you are trying” –anonymous You have pushed yourself hard enough but sometimes we all need help. Everyday struggles can leave us wondering why life can be so difficult. Our life should not feel like something we need to escape from. Let’s work together on making life more simple by working through those problems together.  Each client I have had the pleasure of working with has brought new knowledge and individualized situations that has allowed us to work together on finding unique solutions.

I am a licensed professional counselor and a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor with 15 years of experience working in counseling. I work with adults and children to help them address current issues they are experiencing and to work towards their personal goals.

The Samaritan Center at The Jersey Shore is a non-profit professional counseling practice that provides individuals, couples and families an opportunity to address concerns that may be interfering with emotional health and happiness. We are able to offer counseling on a sliding scale to our local community so that no one is turned away based on their ability to pay.

There are times in all of our lives when we could use some extra support. Sometimes discussing issues with family members and friends can be challenging and uncomfortable. Feeling hurt, misunderstood, angry, and confused are all normal emotions that each of us feel. Struggling with addiction, mental health issues, and the stress that comes with every-day life can put strains on our relationships, finances, and self-esteem. My goal is to assist in providing you with hope, guidance, perspective, and professional insight.

Lisa received her Master’s in Counseling at Montclair University. She’s worked in various positions in the field utilizing her counseling skills and innate problem solving abilities as a Guidance Counselor, a Crisis Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, and an In home counselor for the last 15 years where she has molded and guided at risk youth in crisis. Lisa holds certifications in: Eye Movement and Densitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (Ct.H), National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC), Mind/Body Personal Trainer, Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, and CANS certified SNA (NA/BPS).

Over the last decade, I have successfully helped children, adolescents, and adults from different backgrounds achieve their goals. The clients I have worked with have struggled with issues including but not limited to: anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, stage of life issues, relationship conflicts, anger management, self-confidence, and impulse control difficulties. My number one goal is for us to build trust in our relationship so that we can work together to achieve your goals too.