Photo of The Motivational Counseling Ctr Of New Jersey LLC, Licensed Professional Counselor in Mountain Lakes, NJ
The Motivational Counseling Ctr Of New Jersey LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046  (Online Only)
Welcome to the Motivational Counseling Center of New Jersey. Our office specializes in working with you to improve your overall mental health and wellbeing. We work closely with our clients to build their motivation, self efficacy and resilience needed to set and work towards goals. Our philosophy is that enhancing meaning and personal empowerment is just as important as treatment of mental illness. It is believed that therapy can be used to not only help reduce your symptoms but grant you improved ability to identify your values, reduce ambivalence towards making needed changes in order to achieve what is most important to you.
Welcome to the Motivational Counseling Center of New Jersey. Our office specializes in working with you to improve your overall mental health and wellbeing. We work closely with our clients to build their motivation, self efficacy and resilience needed to set and work towards goals. Our philosophy is that enhancing meaning and personal empowerment is just as important as treatment of mental illness. It is believed that therapy can be used to not only help reduce your symptoms but grant you improved ability to identify your values, reduce ambivalence towards making needed changes in order to achieve what is most important to you.
(856) 390-9287 View (856) 390-9287

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Steven D. Chen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
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My treatment modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, culturally sensitive, emotionally focused and mindfulness therapy.
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The Bridge - Center for Wellbeing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
West Caldwell, NJ 07006
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Michelle Barber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
I believe strongly that clients come in all different shapes and sizes and from different walks of life. Therefore, I do not have an ideal client, as my wish is to help anyone who needs it regardless of their experiences, needs, and goals. I welcome the experiences I will gain from having diverse clients.
I believe strongly that clients come in all different shapes and sizes and from different walks of life. Therefore, I do not have an ideal client, as my wish is to help anyone who needs it regardless of their experiences, needs, and goals. I welcome the experiences I will gain from having diverse clients.
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Laurie Engel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Morris Plains, NJ 07950  (Online Only)
My 25 years of experience includes working with adults in the partial care, intensive outpatient and outpatient levels of care. In a comfortable, non-judgmental atmosphere, I work collaboratively with clients to help them improve their coping skills, problem solving skills and increase motivation for change. I support the change process whether it relates to such issues as substance abuse,marital problems, poor communication in the family, depression or anxiety. I offer practical strategies to cope with every day life such as anger management techniques, assertiveness skills training, and communication and relaxation techniques.
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Malika Bola
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Morristown, NJ 07960
If you feel lonely and overwhelmed and are not sure what to do next, you are not alone. I know it seems tough right now, but there is hope and you can find happiness again. I truly believe that you are the expert on you. By being your support system and aiding in the self-discovery process, you can learn to be yourself again. Let’s work together to help you be heard in order to erase self-doubt.
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Daniel Villarroel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Madison, NJ 07940
Dan is experienced not only with substance use and recovery but also with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, trauma, relationship challenges, communication and sexuality issues - and more.
Dan is experienced not only with substance use and recovery but also with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, trauma, relationship challenges, communication and sexuality issues - and more.
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Thomas Dennis Fisher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
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Alexandra Cerbone
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
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Shawna M Hinkson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
I work with clients to help them make important changes or to overcome difficult life circumstances and obstacles. My desire is to support my clients, however, I also challenge them to foster growth. I have a energetic and transparent style that I hope feels relatable and warm. This is particularly important for clients who are: new to therapy, struggling with opening up, or are trying to overcome the negative stigma around seeking support. I have expertise in the areas of relational issues, stress, crisis intervention, depression, and anxiety. One of my specialties is working with active military service members and veterans.
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Rhonda Greenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
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Dale Singh Psy D
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
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Melissa A Keogh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Hanover, NJ 07936  (Online Only)
My client is open to working together in the therapy process. Together, we can decide your goals and map out a plan to achieve them. I work with clients presenting with: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, alcohol and substance use disorders; trauma/stressor disorders; life adjustments; codependency; & self-esteem. Also, clients will be supported in improving their emotional regulation; improving relationships in their lives; and also cultivating the relationship they wish to have with themselves as a person.
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Sharon J Land
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960
Hello, I am so glad you’re here. My name is Sharon and I am a Holistic Therapist, Spiritualist and Intuitive who provides safe and inclusive, open-minded and service-rich experiences that facilitate transformative and sustainable healing for my clients. Congratulations on making the first step towards change. I realize this is a big step, and having been on both sides of the chair, I know how important it is to feel a good connection and trust with your therapist. I am a solution-focused Trauma specialist who combines clinical modalities that include (but aren’t limited to) Somatic, Quantum Metaphysics & Energy Healing.
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Juliana Ardizzone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
It can be overwhelming and daunting to enter counseling especially for the first time. As a clinician, I focus on providing a warm, empathetic, and supportive environment to clients looking to address a variety of mental health, quality of life, and substance abuse issues and concerns.
It can be overwhelming and daunting to enter counseling especially for the first time. As a clinician, I focus on providing a warm, empathetic, and supportive environment to clients looking to address a variety of mental health, quality of life, and substance abuse issues and concerns.
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Kristin A Burden
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockaway, NJ 07866  (Online Only)
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Kristin A. Burden is a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of New Jersey. Kristin has experience working with trauma clients and anger management. Kristin has worked with clients from various backgrounds. Sessions are offered via telehealth from the comfort of your own home.
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EH Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
I am a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders in young adult, adult and aging populations. I have a certificate in aging as well as training in loss and bereavement.
I am a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in mood and anxiety disorders in young adult, adult and aging populations. I have a certificate in aging as well as training in loss and bereavement.
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Audra J Tonero
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Madison, NJ 07940
All of us experience times in our life when we need a little support. This may be the result of a major life transition, increased emotional stress, increased anxiety or depressive symptoms, a concern over substance use, or just a desire for personal growth. I provide a non-judgmental perspective allowing you to build upon your strengths and break down undesirable patterns. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I have worked with a variety of clients and by joining them "where they are at" together we are able to effect change.
All of us experience times in our life when we need a little support. This may be the result of a major life transition, increased emotional stress, increased anxiety or depressive symptoms, a concern over substance use, or just a desire for personal growth. I provide a non-judgmental perspective allowing you to build upon your strengths and break down undesirable patterns. With over 20 years of clinical experience, I have worked with a variety of clients and by joining them "where they are at" together we are able to effect change.
(973) 355-6909 View (973) 355-6909
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Christopher J Barker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927
So many people are coping with diverse issues now, it’s no longer “just” depression and anxiety. These feelings are complicated and exacerbated by health, employment, family and sexuality concerns. Traumas great and small can arise and all are worthy of therapeutic support.
So many people are coping with diverse issues now, it’s no longer “just” depression and anxiety. These feelings are complicated and exacerbated by health, employment, family and sexuality concerns. Traumas great and small can arise and all are worthy of therapeutic support.
(973) 576-5738 View (973) 576-5738
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Kristin Caccavale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Morristown, NJ 07960  (Online Only)
Even when we have tremendous anxiety and pain, the strength and resilience we desire already reside within us. During times of stress, grief or uncertainty, it is common to forget this and to adopt maladaptive styles of coping and communicating that tend to deepen our distress. Sometimes we fall back into negative thinking based on faulty core beliefs about ourselves and the world. I will hold space for you with empathy and non-judgment. You will be seen, you will be heard, and you will be supported in your growth.
Even when we have tremendous anxiety and pain, the strength and resilience we desire already reside within us. During times of stress, grief or uncertainty, it is common to forget this and to adopt maladaptive styles of coping and communicating that tend to deepen our distress. Sometimes we fall back into negative thinking based on faulty core beliefs about ourselves and the world. I will hold space for you with empathy and non-judgment. You will be seen, you will be heard, and you will be supported in your growth.
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Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.