Culturally Sensitive Therapists in Rutherford, NJ
Alexandra Descalzi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Rutherford, NJ 07070 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual, licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. My passion is in working with children, adolescents, and adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal is to provide a safe, judgment-free environment for healing.
I am a bilingual, licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience. My passion is in working with children, adolescents, and adults who experience stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma. My goal is to provide a safe, judgment-free environment for healing.
Mounika Ethanasioss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rutherford, NJ 07070 (Online Only)
“It’s during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light”- Aristotle Are you struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, guilt or shame? Now is the time to seek help. Taking care of your mental health is as equally important as your physical health. I will support you to feel whole again and provide you with a safe environment to share and be heard. I have worked with many clients on different issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, relationship issues and much more. I believe that we are all capable of changing our lives to the better.
“It’s during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light”- Aristotle Are you struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, guilt or shame? Now is the time to seek help. Taking care of your mental health is as equally important as your physical health. I will support you to feel whole again and provide you with a safe environment to share and be heard. I have worked with many clients on different issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, relationship issues and much more. I believe that we are all capable of changing our lives to the better.
Sheyla Riaz (The You Initiative)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rutherford, NJ 07070 (Online Only)
Are you ready to care for yourself? To look inward and be fully present? There is incredible value in bringing awareness to your experiences so that you may make informed decisions on what you need to show up as your best self in every aspect of life. We will work together to identify your therapy goals and build self-awareness, self-care, and healing through reflection, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness and mind-body (polyvagal-informed) practices. To learn more about therapy and explore if we are a good fit, I encourage you to schedule a free 15 minute consultation at www.theyouinitiative.com
Are you ready to care for yourself? To look inward and be fully present? There is incredible value in bringing awareness to your experiences so that you may make informed decisions on what you need to show up as your best self in every aspect of life. We will work together to identify your therapy goals and build self-awareness, self-care, and healing through reflection, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness and mind-body (polyvagal-informed) practices. To learn more about therapy and explore if we are a good fit, I encourage you to schedule a free 15 minute consultation at www.theyouinitiative.com
Jennifer Brea
Counselor, LPC, NCC, EdS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rutherford, NJ 07070 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking counseling therapy takes courage, willingness to invite change, exploring difficulties, and learning new strategies. We will work together to learn healthy coping skills, to assist you in navigating challenges faced throughout life's journey. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, thoughts of self-doubt, negative beliefs, or a sense of hopelessness, counseling therapy will provide a safe space to talk. My goal is to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered to manage whatever comes your way.
Seeking counseling therapy takes courage, willingness to invite change, exploring difficulties, and learning new strategies. We will work together to learn healthy coping skills, to assist you in navigating challenges faced throughout life's journey. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, thoughts of self-doubt, negative beliefs, or a sense of hopelessness, counseling therapy will provide a safe space to talk. My goal is to ensure you feel safe, supported, and empowered to manage whatever comes your way.
Alan Chirino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, CGCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rutherford, NJ 07070
Are you finding it hard to get through life after a loss? Does remembering your loss cause a complete mood shift that lasts for most of your day or keeps you from getting things done? Do you feel like you still need to continue healing after a loss or that you’re having trouble grieving? I help people make sense of their grief, heal the potential traumas and emotional wounds associated with their loss, and aid in transforming and redefining their future.
Are you finding it hard to get through life after a loss? Does remembering your loss cause a complete mood shift that lasts for most of your day or keeps you from getting things done? Do you feel like you still need to continue healing after a loss or that you’re having trouble grieving? I help people make sense of their grief, heal the potential traumas and emotional wounds associated with their loss, and aid in transforming and redefining their future.
Odette Cohn
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rutherford, NJ 07070 (Online Only)
For more than 25 years, I have worked with children, teens, and adults coping with a variety of problems and situations. Through therapy, I believe that people can develop greater insight and more adaptive, life-affirming ways of coping with their unique difficulties and circumstances. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, health problems, loss, grief, and relationship/family/parenting issues. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City.
For more than 25 years, I have worked with children, teens, and adults coping with a variety of problems and situations. Through therapy, I believe that people can develop greater insight and more adaptive, life-affirming ways of coping with their unique difficulties and circumstances. I have worked extensively with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, health problems, loss, grief, and relationship/family/parenting issues. I received my PhD in Clinical Psychology from the Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology at Yeshiva University in New York City.
Kit Margeotes
Licensed Social Worker , LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rutherford, NJ 07070
In my therapeutic approach, I blend compassion with a focus on recovery. I incorporate cognitive-behavioral techniques and psychoanalysis to help clients effectively manage their present circumstances while delving into the roots of potential issues. My philosophy centers on empowering and validating clients, creating a therapeutic sanctuary where individuals can freely explore their vulnerabilities. I also place great emphasis on connecting with clients through their passions, recognizing the transformative potential of shared interests in the therapeutic process.
In my therapeutic approach, I blend compassion with a focus on recovery. I incorporate cognitive-behavioral techniques and psychoanalysis to help clients effectively manage their present circumstances while delving into the roots of potential issues. My philosophy centers on empowering and validating clients, creating a therapeutic sanctuary where individuals can freely explore their vulnerabilities. I also place great emphasis on connecting with clients through their passions, recognizing the transformative potential of shared interests in the therapeutic process.
Jessica Semioli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rutherford, NJ 07070
Jessica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience in working with a variety of client populations in several different treatment settings. Jessica has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including emergency rooms, crisis intervention, group therapy, and community-based settings. She has experience working with children and families in their home, as well as providing services in the home for the medically compromised and end of life care. Jessica is a graduate of Rutgers University with a Master’s degree in Social Work.
Jessica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with many years of experience in working with a variety of client populations in several different treatment settings. Jessica has worked in a variety of mental health settings, including emergency rooms, crisis intervention, group therapy, and community-based settings. She has experience working with children and families in their home, as well as providing services in the home for the medically compromised and end of life care. Jessica is a graduate of Rutgers University with a Master’s degree in Social Work.
Alison Baxter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Rutherford, NJ 07070
At New Jersey Psychology Associates, we provide caring, culturally competent, professional assessment and therapeutic services tailored to fit your needs. We offer in-person therapy sessions or telehealth sessions. With high standards, we assure that you receive competent, ethical, and efficient services. No matter what problem you may be struggling with, we are here to help. Please contact us at 551-203-1515 or by e-mail at njpsychologyassociates@gmail.com.
At New Jersey Psychology Associates, we provide caring, culturally competent, professional assessment and therapeutic services tailored to fit your needs. We offer in-person therapy sessions or telehealth sessions. With high standards, we assure that you receive competent, ethical, and efficient services. No matter what problem you may be struggling with, we are here to help. Please contact us at 551-203-1515 or by e-mail at njpsychologyassociates@gmail.com.
Janine Hurley-Nicoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rutherford, NJ 07070
Dr. Triana Rego
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Rutherford, NJ 07070
Not accepting new clients
If you feel stuck or defeated, if you need to learn new skills to thrive in your life, or if you just need a push of encouragement, my goal is to help those on a learning & healing journey feel more empowered & lead fulfilling lives. I will challenge, affirm, & support you with non-judgment & compassion. While I adjust my approach to your unique needs, a deep sense of humanity is my personal & professional foundation. I help clients learn new coping skills, gain acceptance, & battle distorted & defeating thoughts, feelings, & behaviors that can lead to mental health struggles, relationship issues, and issues at work or school.
If you feel stuck or defeated, if you need to learn new skills to thrive in your life, or if you just need a push of encouragement, my goal is to help those on a learning & healing journey feel more empowered & lead fulfilling lives. I will challenge, affirm, & support you with non-judgment & compassion. While I adjust my approach to your unique needs, a deep sense of humanity is my personal & professional foundation. I help clients learn new coping skills, gain acceptance, & battle distorted & defeating thoughts, feelings, & behaviors that can lead to mental health struggles, relationship issues, and issues at work or school.
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Graciela Montero
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Carlstadt, NJ 07072 (Online Only)
I love using the skills I've developed to treat those going through trauma, depression, anxiety, mental illness, and other challenges. I have 5 years of experience working one-on-one with children and their families in an in-home environment. Though I work with adults as well, one of my niches is working with adolescents and teenagers.
I love using the skills I've developed to treat those going through trauma, depression, anxiety, mental illness, and other challenges. I have 5 years of experience working one-on-one with children and their families in an in-home environment. Though I work with adults as well, one of my niches is working with adolescents and teenagers.
Esther Reidler
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Clifton, NJ 07012
I am a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist skilled in providing individual and family therapy to adults, adolescents, and children. Areas of expertise include Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness based interventions to treat anxiety disorders such as OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, Social Anxiety, and Panic. I also have specialized training in treating Trauma and use Motivational Interviewing to help people develop motivation to make meaningful changes. Other specialties include parent training, child behavior management, and school intervention. I use evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth.
I am a warm and compassionate Clinical Psychologist skilled in providing individual and family therapy to adults, adolescents, and children. Areas of expertise include Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness based interventions to treat anxiety disorders such as OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, Social Anxiety, and Panic. I also have specialized training in treating Trauma and use Motivational Interviewing to help people develop motivation to make meaningful changes. Other specialties include parent training, child behavior management, and school intervention. I use evidence-based practices to help you achieve lasting growth.
Nicole Mendicino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wood Ridge, NJ 07075 (Online Only)
It's nice to meet you! Does your mind ever get the better of you? Are your thoughts so consuming that you can't seem to slow them down? Are you feeling unsettled, tense, or like you've lost yourself? You may be experiencing the unwanted effects of anxiety, chronic pain, or ongoing distress. These can feel debilitating when we do not know what to do with it all. Collaboratively, let's work towards reclaiming the life you truly deserve! To learn more about my practice, please view my website at wholeheartedcnslng.com
It's nice to meet you! Does your mind ever get the better of you? Are your thoughts so consuming that you can't seem to slow them down? Are you feeling unsettled, tense, or like you've lost yourself? You may be experiencing the unwanted effects of anxiety, chronic pain, or ongoing distress. These can feel debilitating when we do not know what to do with it all. Collaboratively, let's work towards reclaiming the life you truly deserve! To learn more about my practice, please view my website at wholeheartedcnslng.com
Holistic Naturopathic Healing & Energy Psychology
PhD, ND
Verified Verified
Wood Ridge, NJ 07075
Do You Want Improvement In Your Emotional/Mental Issues and Change Habits in 1 to 3 Sessions? .. Want To Move Forward From The Past Quickly and Easily? .. Find out how, in just 1 to 3 sessions, you could be much better, healhier, happier and accomplishing your goals, thanks to Dr. Robert's Energy Psychology & Mindy/Body Therapies. Dr. Robert has already helped hundreds of people accomplish what they desire and can help you in a short amount of time! .... It doesn't matter if you have trauma, PTSD, anxiety, want to lose weight, stop smoking, etc, I can Help You!
Do You Want Improvement In Your Emotional/Mental Issues and Change Habits in 1 to 3 Sessions? .. Want To Move Forward From The Past Quickly and Easily? .. Find out how, in just 1 to 3 sessions, you could be much better, healhier, happier and accomplishing your goals, thanks to Dr. Robert's Energy Psychology & Mindy/Body Therapies. Dr. Robert has already helped hundreds of people accomplish what they desire and can help you in a short amount of time! .... It doesn't matter if you have trauma, PTSD, anxiety, want to lose weight, stop smoking, etc, I can Help You!
Emelyn Vargas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Clifton, NJ 07013 (Online Only)
I am licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified School Counselor with more than 15 years of experience in practice as a counselor. I have worked with adults that struggle with many different life challenges such as depression, divorce, infertility, anxiety and depression or who are just having a difficult time dealing with life. My role as a therapist is to empower my clients to make necessary changes in order to live their best life and to teach them both positive and healthy coping skills to accomplish their goals.
I am licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified School Counselor with more than 15 years of experience in practice as a counselor. I have worked with adults that struggle with many different life challenges such as depression, divorce, infertility, anxiety and depression or who are just having a difficult time dealing with life. My role as a therapist is to empower my clients to make necessary changes in order to live their best life and to teach them both positive and healthy coping skills to accomplish their goals.
Nirala Bard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Rutherford, NJ 07073 (Online Only)
I am, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH a clinical psychotherapist with more than 19 years of experience in providing mental health services to adults, couple and families. A champion for the rights of those with mental illness, I have also served as the Director of New Jersey Mental Health Services for a few non – profit organizations, Hospital settings – ER, DETOX, Inpatient, IOP, outpatient services and have also worked with the Superior Courts of NJ advocating for the needs of children, adolescents young adults and families in crisis. The main psychotherapeutic models I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and systemic therapy.
I am, LPC, LCADC, ACS, BC-TMH a clinical psychotherapist with more than 19 years of experience in providing mental health services to adults, couple and families. A champion for the rights of those with mental illness, I have also served as the Director of New Jersey Mental Health Services for a few non – profit organizations, Hospital settings – ER, DETOX, Inpatient, IOP, outpatient services and have also worked with the Superior Courts of NJ advocating for the needs of children, adolescents young adults and families in crisis. The main psychotherapeutic models I use are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and systemic therapy.
Kim Dallas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Rutherford, NJ 07073 (Online Only)
So great to meet you. My name is Kim, and I would love to work with you to solve and work through things that are keeping you up at night and things that are stopping you from reaching your full potential. Are you feeling sad, anxious, stressed or "fed up"? Many people are feeling just like you. Come and share those feelings and find ways to deal with the stressors that are holding you back.
So great to meet you. My name is Kim, and I would love to work with you to solve and work through things that are keeping you up at night and things that are stopping you from reaching your full potential. Are you feeling sad, anxious, stressed or "fed up"? Many people are feeling just like you. Come and share those feelings and find ways to deal with the stressors that are holding you back.
Mignolia Placencia
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Passaic, NJ 07055 (Online Only)
Are you or a loved one experiencing feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, lack of motivation, isolation, anxiety, anger, or frustration? Talking to a therapist can help you develop a healthier and happier life style. I am committed to help you identify the true root of those barriers that are keeping you from feeling empowered, accomplished, and self-confident.
Are you or a loved one experiencing feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, lack of motivation, isolation, anxiety, anger, or frustration? Talking to a therapist can help you develop a healthier and happier life style. I am committed to help you identify the true root of those barriers that are keeping you from feeling empowered, accomplished, and self-confident.
Daniel Sosa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Garfield, NJ 07026 (Online Only)
I take a client centered approach rather than a diagnostic one in order to address psychological, emotional and physical consequences of past and ongoing trauma. I will meet you where you are in your life and we will create a safe space where you will be heard without prejudice or judgement.
I take a client centered approach rather than a diagnostic one in order to address psychological, emotional and physical consequences of past and ongoing trauma. I will meet you where you are in your life and we will create a safe space where you will be heard without prejudice or judgement.
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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.