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Maris Pasquale Doran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
Engaging in therapy can be pivotal towards becoming more self-aware and improving your quality of life and relationships; congratulations on taking this step. Regardless of whether a specific trauma or event leads you to therapy, our work together will focus on who you are in your various environments and relationships, how your personal circumstances led you here, and how you can achieve the future you envision.
Engaging in therapy can be pivotal towards becoming more self-aware and improving your quality of life and relationships; congratulations on taking this step. Regardless of whether a specific trauma or event leads you to therapy, our work together will focus on who you are in your various environments and relationships, how your personal circumstances led you here, and how you can achieve the future you envision.
(973) 218-4568 View (973) 218-4568
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Jodi Bassett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
Do you just need to feel like you need to talk to someone and not feel judged? I dont blame you! Most of us do! I work with a safe, warm, supportive unconditional regard with my patients to help them navigate life's journey. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Self Compassion which are interventions that can be enormously helpful to navigate difficult relationships, work issues and severe anxiety and depression. I also have a lot of experience working with Cancer dx. You do not have to be alone anymore; I am here to listen, empower, and support you.
Do you just need to feel like you need to talk to someone and not feel judged? I dont blame you! Most of us do! I work with a safe, warm, supportive unconditional regard with my patients to help them navigate life's journey. I specialize in using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, and Self Compassion which are interventions that can be enormously helpful to navigate difficult relationships, work issues and severe anxiety and depression. I also have a lot of experience working with Cancer dx. You do not have to be alone anymore; I am here to listen, empower, and support you.
(201) 579-7871 View (201) 579-7871
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Heather Herz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
Thank you for viewing my page and I hope I can help you on the path towards healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe, genuine, and empathic space for clients to explore their inner experiences. I have expertise in working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma/post-traumatic stress including complex trauma, relationship issues, reproductive health and infertility, life cycle changes including college transitions, new motherhood, and grief and loss. I have postgraduate certification in integrative trauma studies and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
Thank you for viewing my page and I hope I can help you on the path towards healing and personal growth. I strive to create a safe, genuine, and empathic space for clients to explore their inner experiences. I have expertise in working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma/post-traumatic stress including complex trauma, relationship issues, reproductive health and infertility, life cycle changes including college transitions, new motherhood, and grief and loss. I have postgraduate certification in integrative trauma studies and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
(201) 351-2816 View (201) 351-2816
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Amy Ganz Sadeghi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901
We face so many important life challenges- grief, loss, parenting struggles, transitions, or falling "out of sync with” a partner or spouse, to name a few. I provide a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment for individuals and couples to feel heard and understood, and to work towards desired changes. I will collaborate with you to help you reduce your levels of stress, anxiety and/or depression, identifying and activating previously unrecognized strengths. I will challenge your assumptions about your limitations, as well as other negative thoughts, so you can achieve a higher level of functioning and greater emotional freedom.
We face so many important life challenges- grief, loss, parenting struggles, transitions, or falling "out of sync with” a partner or spouse, to name a few. I provide a safe, warm, and non-judgmental environment for individuals and couples to feel heard and understood, and to work towards desired changes. I will collaborate with you to help you reduce your levels of stress, anxiety and/or depression, identifying and activating previously unrecognized strengths. I will challenge your assumptions about your limitations, as well as other negative thoughts, so you can achieve a higher level of functioning and greater emotional freedom.
(908) 679-5301 View (908) 679-5301
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Sydnee VanDyke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(908) 680-0414 View (908) 680-0414
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Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
(908) 498-9794 View (908) 498-9794
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Ann Niles
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with adults, young adults/college students, teens, adolescents, and children in individual therapy. I work with a diversity of clients struggling with life transitions and adjustments, anxiety disorders (general, OCD, phobias, panic), depression, communication issues, trauma, grief and loss, sexuality and gender identity, educational or occupational difficulties, executive functioning, and parenting/caretaking. When working with young children I always work with their parents as well. I also offer school observations, for children ages 3-10, as needed for assessment and planning.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and work with adults, young adults/college students, teens, adolescents, and children in individual therapy. I work with a diversity of clients struggling with life transitions and adjustments, anxiety disorders (general, OCD, phobias, panic), depression, communication issues, trauma, grief and loss, sexuality and gender identity, educational or occupational difficulties, executive functioning, and parenting/caretaking. When working with young children I always work with their parents as well. I also offer school observations, for children ages 3-10, as needed for assessment and planning.
(973) 564-1964 View (973) 564-1964
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Wendi L Dumbroff
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
The decision to go to therapy is not an easy one, but it is a courageous step for someone who is having difficulty in some area of their life or in their relationships. I am a caring, culturally competent therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families around many issues, including: marital problems, sexual issues, raising adolescents, depression, anxiety, and how all mental health issues impact our lives and relationships. I have specialized training in couple and family therapy which I obtained through the Ackerman Institute for the Family In New York City. I am also currently pursuing certification in sex therapy.
The decision to go to therapy is not an easy one, but it is a courageous step for someone who is having difficulty in some area of their life or in their relationships. I am a caring, culturally competent therapist who works with individuals, couples, and families around many issues, including: marital problems, sexual issues, raising adolescents, depression, anxiety, and how all mental health issues impact our lives and relationships. I have specialized training in couple and family therapy which I obtained through the Ackerman Institute for the Family In New York City. I am also currently pursuing certification in sex therapy.
(973) 425-5071 View (973) 425-5071
Photo of Joseph A. DeMeyer, PhD, PC & Associates, Psychologist in Summit, NJ
Joseph A. DeMeyer, PhD, PC & Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
to examine deeply and thoroughly motivations, emotions and behavior, especially interpersonal; focused on positive changes leading to long-lasting existential and transformational life improvements and increased self-awareness; responsible in accepting that these changes will affect-for the better- lives of loved ones, friends and other significant persons (including those that are not yet around) ; increased openness towards life-changes ; to take calculated, rational risks, mindful of other persons; serious commitment to longer-term therapy when indicated to be necessary, in order to achieve the above desired results.
to examine deeply and thoroughly motivations, emotions and behavior, especially interpersonal; focused on positive changes leading to long-lasting existential and transformational life improvements and increased self-awareness; responsible in accepting that these changes will affect-for the better- lives of loved ones, friends and other significant persons (including those that are not yet around) ; increased openness towards life-changes ; to take calculated, rational risks, mindful of other persons; serious commitment to longer-term therapy when indicated to be necessary, in order to achieve the above desired results.
(973) 528-7504 View (973) 528-7504
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Misty A Shores
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07902
I am a Buddhist psychotherapist with a focus on helping all clients find wellness through the Four Immeasurables - happiness, joy, compassion and equanimity. I am passionate about helping people navigate life transitions and difficulties in a practical manner. I help clients focus on the present and work through anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, grief, and other related disorders. I am passionate about serving first responders, veterans, and their families. For more information please view my website at http://www.4ilifepractice.com.
I am a Buddhist psychotherapist with a focus on helping all clients find wellness through the Four Immeasurables - happiness, joy, compassion and equanimity. I am passionate about helping people navigate life transitions and difficulties in a practical manner. I help clients focus on the present and work through anxiety, stress, depression, ADHD, grief, and other related disorders. I am passionate about serving first responders, veterans, and their families. For more information please view my website at http://www.4ilifepractice.com.
(908) 768-3933 View (908) 768-3933
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Sarah Strumeier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901
I am in-network with Aetna, Horizon BCBS, United, Oxford, UMR and Lyra. Grief is deeply personal. In times of loss, you deserve to be seen, heard, and validated no matter what shape or form it comes in. Maybe you recently lost a loved one. The stress of interpersonal relationships or career shifts might be weighing heavy on you. Or perhaps postpartum and adjusting to parenthood is harder than you expected it to be. It may not feel like it right now, but you aren’t alone — therapy is a safe space to share your story.
I am in-network with Aetna, Horizon BCBS, United, Oxford, UMR and Lyra. Grief is deeply personal. In times of loss, you deserve to be seen, heard, and validated no matter what shape or form it comes in. Maybe you recently lost a loved one. The stress of interpersonal relationships or career shifts might be weighing heavy on you. Or perhaps postpartum and adjusting to parenthood is harder than you expected it to be. It may not feel like it right now, but you aren’t alone — therapy is a safe space to share your story.
(862) 263-9720 View (862) 263-9720
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Paige M Gesicki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901  (Online Only)
Welcome to our small, personal telehealth practice, Warmth Counseling! I specialize in treating millennial women who want to "do deeper work", sifting through past experiences together and how it affects them today. Clients have described me as authentic, easy-to-talk-to, and warm. I treat a variety of mood disorders including depression and anxiety, and obsessive thoughts. Together, we'll create a nonjudgmental environment in which you can explore your values and goals, while learning how to use strategies to feel more self-compassionate.
Welcome to our small, personal telehealth practice, Warmth Counseling! I specialize in treating millennial women who want to "do deeper work", sifting through past experiences together and how it affects them today. Clients have described me as authentic, easy-to-talk-to, and warm. I treat a variety of mood disorders including depression and anxiety, and obsessive thoughts. Together, we'll create a nonjudgmental environment in which you can explore your values and goals, while learning how to use strategies to feel more self-compassionate.
(201) 597-0590 View (201) 597-0590
Photo of Karelyn M. Gonzalez-Cruz, Psychologist in Summit, NJ
Karelyn M. Gonzalez-Cruz
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I am a licensed psychologist in the state on New Jersey and New York. I provide individual, couples and family therapy with Spanish population. I have extensive clinical experience working with Hispanic population. I have expertise in trauma focused therapy and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in disruptive disorders (i.e. ADHD, ODD), mutism, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, play therapy, personality and mood/anxiety disorders, and family disruption. Furthermore, I enjoy helping couples and families.
I am a licensed psychologist in the state on New Jersey and New York. I provide individual, couples and family therapy with Spanish population. I have extensive clinical experience working with Hispanic population. I have expertise in trauma focused therapy and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults. I specialize in disruptive disorders (i.e. ADHD, ODD), mutism, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, play therapy, personality and mood/anxiety disorders, and family disruption. Furthermore, I enjoy helping couples and families.
(908) 332-5518 View (908) 332-5518
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We Rise Therapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901  (Online Only)
Are you a South/East Asian or BIPOC woman struggling with anxiety, self doubt, a need to be perfect or low self esteem? Are you having trouble keeping up with the demands of work, school, family and social life and it feels like a constant balancing act? Do you have trouble being assertive and confident in your relationships? Are you going through a break up, life transition or just have trouble relating to your parents and family who have different expectations for you? Are you a new mom, expecting or navigating infertility challenges? Being a woman in today’s modern society is hard, but you don't have to be alone.
Are you a South/East Asian or BIPOC woman struggling with anxiety, self doubt, a need to be perfect or low self esteem? Are you having trouble keeping up with the demands of work, school, family and social life and it feels like a constant balancing act? Do you have trouble being assertive and confident in your relationships? Are you going through a break up, life transition or just have trouble relating to your parents and family who have different expectations for you? Are you a new mom, expecting or navigating infertility challenges? Being a woman in today’s modern society is hard, but you don't have to be alone.
(862) 245-4369 View (862) 245-4369

More Therapists Nearby

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Mosaic Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
Welcome to Mosaic. We are a diverse group of therapists who are extremely passionate about mental health and providing creative & culturally sensitive therapy. We commend you for taking the brave step to begin therapy. It is our sincere hope that our work together will encourage and support you, and help you to heal and grow. We all experience challenges and hardships. Sometimes those challenges turn our lives upside down and shatter our lives into pieces. Engaging in therapy can help you put the broken pieces back together to create a beautiful mosaic of a life that is filled with peace, hope, joy, meaning, and fulfillment.
Welcome to Mosaic. We are a diverse group of therapists who are extremely passionate about mental health and providing creative & culturally sensitive therapy. We commend you for taking the brave step to begin therapy. It is our sincere hope that our work together will encourage and support you, and help you to heal and grow. We all experience challenges and hardships. Sometimes those challenges turn our lives upside down and shatter our lives into pieces. Engaging in therapy can help you put the broken pieces back together to create a beautiful mosaic of a life that is filled with peace, hope, joy, meaning, and fulfillment.
(973) 528-5209 View (973) 528-5209
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Cynthia Shaw
Psychologist, PsyD, CGP, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Short Hills, NJ 07078  (Online Only)
In therapy, you'll be provided direct, individualized, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed care.
Are you struggling with anxiety or existential angst after a major life change? Have you recently graduated, moved to a new city, or been diagnosed with a health condition and feel groundless, stuck, or lost? Are you struggling to form deep connections due to confusion and low confidence about your identity and purpose? Do you want to feel confident, successful, and connected? I am a compassionate and down-to-earth therapist who focuses on increasing insight, self-understanding, and meaning. I work well with individuals struggling with low self-esteem, unfulfilling relationships, life change, grief & loss, and meaning-making.
In therapy, you'll be provided direct, individualized, culturally sensitive, and trauma-informed care.
Are you struggling with anxiety or existential angst after a major life change? Have you recently graduated, moved to a new city, or been diagnosed with a health condition and feel groundless, stuck, or lost? Are you struggling to form deep connections due to confusion and low confidence about your identity and purpose? Do you want to feel confident, successful, and connected? I am a compassionate and down-to-earth therapist who focuses on increasing insight, self-understanding, and meaning. I work well with individuals struggling with low self-esteem, unfulfilling relationships, life change, grief & loss, and meaning-making.
(929) 605-4235 View (929) 605-4235
Photo of Christina Andino, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Summit, NJ
Christina Andino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mountainside, NJ 07092
You have tried everything you could to feel better, but you’ve reached the point where you need some extra help. The anxiety, depression, and/or trauma that are weighing on you daily has started to impact your job or school performance and relationships. You are feeling burnt out. Therapy may be new to you and it’s common to feel nervous about starting the process. We can work together and create a plan to help you manage and decrease stress. I will teach you healthy skills to use for coping, communication, reframing thoughts, and changing behaviors. I can help you feel empowered so that you are more in control of your life.
You have tried everything you could to feel better, but you’ve reached the point where you need some extra help. The anxiety, depression, and/or trauma that are weighing on you daily has started to impact your job or school performance and relationships. You are feeling burnt out. Therapy may be new to you and it’s common to feel nervous about starting the process. We can work together and create a plan to help you manage and decrease stress. I will teach you healthy skills to use for coping, communication, reframing thoughts, and changing behaviors. I can help you feel empowered so that you are more in control of your life.
(201) 514-6689 View (201) 514-6689
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Jennifer Perera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Accepting New Clients! Are you pregnant but not feeling like yourself? Or a new mom who feels like you are failing in the parenting business? Feel like you get upset with your partner for what seems to be “small things"? Perhaps you are trying desperately to get pregnant only to be faced with infertility or recurring miscarriages. Depression in women is quite common, we just don’t go around talking about it. We put on a happy face and do what we feel is expected of us. But statistics tell us that approximately 20% of women experience depression or anxiety while pregnant or just after having a baby.
Accepting New Clients! Are you pregnant but not feeling like yourself? Or a new mom who feels like you are failing in the parenting business? Feel like you get upset with your partner for what seems to be “small things"? Perhaps you are trying desperately to get pregnant only to be faced with infertility or recurring miscarriages. Depression in women is quite common, we just don’t go around talking about it. We put on a happy face and do what we feel is expected of us. But statistics tell us that approximately 20% of women experience depression or anxiety while pregnant or just after having a baby.
(973) 358-7636 View (973) 358-7636
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Kristin Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081
I commend you for taking the brave step to consider starting therapy. It is my sincere hope that our work together will encourage you and help you to heal and grow. We all experience challenges in life; sometimes those challenges turn our lives upside down and shatter our lives into broken pieces. Engaging in therapy can help you put the pieces together to create a beautiful mosaic of a life that is filled with peace, hope, joy, meaning, and fulfillment. Growth and change are possible when you make the commitment to prioritize yourself and do your healing work. I consider it a privilege to join you on this journey.
I commend you for taking the brave step to consider starting therapy. It is my sincere hope that our work together will encourage you and help you to heal and grow. We all experience challenges in life; sometimes those challenges turn our lives upside down and shatter our lives into broken pieces. Engaging in therapy can help you put the pieces together to create a beautiful mosaic of a life that is filled with peace, hope, joy, meaning, and fulfillment. Growth and change are possible when you make the commitment to prioritize yourself and do your healing work. I consider it a privilege to join you on this journey.
(862) 307-9035 View (862) 307-9035
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Becky Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
I am available to come alongside my clients in their pain, challenges, and also successes. I provide a compassionate ear that understands the reality of the patterns that we can get caught in. I believe I can work with you towards growth, self-compassion, and empowerment. I recognize the challenges that come from living in a world that consistently pushes us to find our validation from the outside. Therefore I can help individuals, couples, and families to begin a journey of healing and repair that will benefit their relationships, past, present and future.
I am available to come alongside my clients in their pain, challenges, and also successes. I provide a compassionate ear that understands the reality of the patterns that we can get caught in. I believe I can work with you towards growth, self-compassion, and empowerment. I recognize the challenges that come from living in a world that consistently pushes us to find our validation from the outside. Therefore I can help individuals, couples, and families to begin a journey of healing and repair that will benefit their relationships, past, present and future.
(862) 263-9911 View (862) 263-9911

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.