Therapists in Parsippany, NJ

Ashley Lai is a Licensed Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. She received her Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree from The College of New Jersey, double majoring in Psychology and Music with a minor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Ashley has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and elders in educational, in-community, nursing home, non-profit, and outpatient settings providing both individual and group therapy. She specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), art therapy, and play therapy and incorporates mindfulness and somatic

Welcome and congratulations on starting/resuming your mental health journey! I'd like to help make this journey as comfortable and easy as possible by supporting you along the way. I have experience working with all ages and specialize in working with teens through adults. I have worked with people with a variety of mental health and life challenges to help them feel more empowered and fulfilled. I have expertise in working with the LGBTQ+ population, couples, and identity development. I believe it is important to focus not just on issues and negatives, but the whole person and positives. Feel free to reach out!

Do you find yourself feeling worried regarding your family, relationship or work? Are you concerned about your child's behavior or your relationship with them? Many of my clients have considerable insight into their situation, but most find it difficult to change unproductive behavioral patterns or just "make" themselves feel better. I believe that change begins with knowing that no one is perfect...that every once in awhile we can all benefit from someone who will listen and guide us through our personal journeys.

I am a Licensed Social Worker who approaches clients with compassion and empathy. I believe that establishing a therapeutic rapport is essential to the healing process. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, couples and families who have endured trauma due to family or interpersonal violence. I strongly believe that every individual deserves a safe space to process their emotions. I utilize creative approaches such as art and play therapy when working with children and adolescents with the understanding that every individual expresses their thoughts and feelings in a unique way.

As a psychotherapist, I have assisted individuals and families face the many challenging feelings that life brings. Whether you are dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Low Self-esteem, or just need guidance with navigating relationships and life transitions, I am here to help. Difficult life events or trauma may have shaped your past, but you have the power to define your future. Let’s rewrite your story together, focusing on your innate strengths and building your capacity to create a fulfilling life. Together, we can make sense of overwhelming emotions, work through relationship challenges, and transform shame into self-esteem.

Accepting New Clients ! I promote inclusivity of all races, genders, sexual orientations, and spiritual practices. I prioritize your comfort. I create a safe, welcoming, and caring environment and understand the vulnerability involved in processing difficult emotions. Finding a balance between exploring deep emotional work and equipping clients with practical skills for tangible change is at the core of my therapeutic philosophy. Many clients uncover relationship patterns and aim to create lasting connections. If curiosity motivates you, we'll work well together.

Melissa South is a compassionate, affirming, and caring counselor dedicated to helping children, teens, couples & families grow and thrive. Melissa specializes in treating a wide range of issues affecting youth and families including: coping skills for stress & anxiety, school challenges, bullying, behavioral issues, mood regulation, trauma--including youth sexual trauma, adoption & foster care, parenting, and more. Additionally, she is an experienced, competent, & inspiring Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) for LACs seeking outside clinical supervision to develop their professional identity & grow clinical skills.

You are a brilliant, trail-blazing professional woman, who has been a high-achiever your whole life. You have always worked hard to attain the very best in your education, your career, and your finances. But...you know something isn’t quite right and you want more out of life. You want to learn better coping skills to deal with anxiety, stress, loss, and life transitions. You want to have better work-life balance. You want to move to the next level in your career or business without perfectionism, fear of failure, and imposter syndrome holding you back. You want to overcome negative relationship patterns and find true happiness.

Shannon Theobald is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and trained EMDR Therapist in New Jersey at Thrively Co. Shannon has experience working with individuals, families, and couples dealing with a wide range of issues including: mental illness, co-occurring disorders, trauma, eating disorders, career counseling, grief & loss, and relationship/marital challenges. Shannon is dedicated to helping others find purpose and meaning in who they are and what they do. She uses a variety of approaches & techniques to facilitate this process, accommodating each client’s needs in an effective tailored manner.

Joe Morreale is a Licensed Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities with a Minor in Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Social Work. Joe believes in utilizing an eclectic person-in-environment approach that accounts for the most important aspects of healthy human wellness. He carefully addresses all the relevant domains that exist in the bio-evolutionary informed practice philosophy, as well as existing evidence-based manualized treatment modalities. In his spare time, Joe enjoys pottery, cooking, backpacking, camping, and creative writing.

Lorna Lopez, M.Ed, LAC, NCC believes the most powerful aspect of counseling is the trust between client and counselor and prides herself on being able to build that therapeutic relationship with her clients. Lorna approaches counseling as a collaboration between client and counselor, working together with the client to help them discover how best to address their difficulties. She specializes in working with depression, anxiety, school issues, stress management, estranged relationships, and more for both children, teens and adults. Throughout the counseling process, she helps clients of all ages build resiliency and confidence.

Things can get difficult for anybody; you start feeling lost, almost feeling like there's no way out, and it feels like no one is there to help you out. I want to be there to walk with you on the road to recovery. If you're feeling stuck in life and it's becoming harder to live with, I'm here to help with personalized care specific to your individual needs in a caring, kind environment.

Being a therapist is more than just a job for me, it is my passion. Clients have provided positive feedback on my down-to-earth personality and ability to bring humor into sessions. I believe in working collaboratively with clients to regulate anxiety while removing barriers that keep us from feeling our emotions. I am here to help you unlock the core reasonings for issues that negatively impact relationships, performance, and self-esteem.

As an intuitive and empathetic listener, I am passionate about building relationships. Three words that describe my therapeutic style are compassionate, authentic, and insightful. My client-centered approach provides a safe space for self-discovery so you can become the best version of you! I have experience working in mental health settings, academia, faith-based ministries, and non-profit organizations, all interwoven with a break for a season of full time parenting. My experience includes working with anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting, ADHD, relationships, and multicultural issues.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with individuals and couples. I use an eclectic mix of therapeutic modalities like EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Existential Psychotherapy to help get at the root of psychological issues. I specialize in sex therapy, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD, and many other issues. I work extensively with couples. I am in the dissertation phase for a PhD in Clinical Sexology and see individuals and couples experiencing sexual issues.

I welcome the opportunity to get to know you and the unique challenges you are facing. I will work with you to determine how to prioritize your goals and optimize your daily coping skills. My warm, empathic approach takes into consideration the unique issues that come with your culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation. My passion is helping older adolescents and young adults achieve the independence they strive for. I am sensitive to parenting issues and work well with a wide range of issues.

With over 25 years of clinical experience I have been successful in partnering with my clients to attain their goals. They report feeling accepted and understood and leave therapy feeling confident and empowered with tools to better navigate life's challenges. I work with individuals and families in a supportive environment to help support change and healing.

Welcome. I am here to help you. There are times and stages of our lives where we are feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, confused, or proactively seeking clarity on specific issues, and in need of deeper insight into how to cope with challenges. I use a collaborative and experiential approach, honoring your cultural strengths to support you through what motivates you and triggers you, and identify effective and meaningful ways of being. In psychotherapy, you have a safe space to share your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Sometimes we just need professional guidance to get us to the right level of understanding to potentiate change.

Accepting new clients and can schedule in a week. There is a Psychiatrist in office if medication management is needed. I work with a diverse population of all ages. Most of my work as a therapist is with those who experienced trauma. I work with multiple issues that include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD. I am trained in EMDR and DBT and encourage my clients to create their own coping skills. I can help you learn techniques to manage your symptoms, increase mindfulness, enhance self-care, and promote healing. I want to help empower my clients and give them hope to feel more encouraged, motivated and confident.