Therapists in Wharton, NJ

Everyone needs someone to talk to. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, oppositional behavior, school refusal, and developmental disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder. My professional experience is working with children and families with complex behavioral and emotional needs. I utilize strategies from both the Nurtured Heart Approach and culturally sensitive trauma informed care. My previous experience includes serving both English and Spanish speaking populations, and I am a Native Spanish speaker myself.

If you are suffering from Anxiety and Depression, or experiencing severe stress from life changes and you're having difficulty adjusting, you are not alone, I can certainly help. As a Latina Woman of color, I am interested and passionate about working with a multicultural and multi-ethhnic clientele. As a Clinician of 20+ years I have expertise in the treatment of Generalized Anxiety, Depression, Trauma and Grief/Loss. I can support and help you cope through your challenges. I am looking forward to navigate your journey of healing.

My ideal client would be someone who is sick and tired of being sick and tired of struggling mentally. This person would have years of experience with close relationship failure and consistent loss, have seen or been a victim of domestic violence, been verbally or physically abused as a child, and or experienced poverty. They will have either ignored the signs or continued to survive because of fear of what others would think. The person will need to understand what they are experiencing is not their fault, and their goal is to break free of the cycle that has continued for so long.

My practice is built on the belief that anxiety, conflict and self doubt do not have to be an all encompassing part of anyone’s everyday life. My passion is to work with teens, couples, individual adults, and families. I utilize a cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, strength-based, solution-focused and culturally sensitive approach to counseling. I believe taking part in therapy is courageous and shows a willingness to grow and make positive change. I am continually impressed by the resilience of my clients and consider it my privilege to provide 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.

Congratulations on taking the first step to a better life for yourself! It takes great courage to open yourself up and to contemplate change, even more so during the pandemic. I will be both your guide and partner as you explore your ideas and your options and recognize the choices that are available to you. I see my role in this partnership as a creative, compassionate, and insightful guide. I want you to feel safe and accepted so that we go can through the process of exploration that leads to resolutions of your challenges and a change in your beliefs about yourself and your world so you feel more secure and connected

My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.

Whether by necessity or choice, change and self-exploration can be hard. Often, taking the first step in seeking help can be the most difficult one. The fortitude it takes to face fears, address issues, trust in others and change behavior can be rewarded with leading a happier, more fulfilling and more meaningful life. In a safe and supportive environment with an atmosphere of respect, care and kindness, I work collaboratively with my clients with the goal of alleviating their suffering.

Life happens! Whether it's a major life transition or a minor change, both can feel very overwhelming and throw you off balance. Perhaps you're anxious about navigating working full-time and parenthood? Maybe you had a painful breakup and picking up the pieces is more challenging than you thought? Or maybe you're in a situation that needs to change, but you're feeling stuck? Therapy is a safe space for you to release your thoughts, feelings, and emotions all while gaining a new perspective and learning new skills to help you live the prosperous life you deserve.

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.

I provide individual and group counseling services as well as educational programs across the life span. I operate from an existential, humanistic, person-centered philosophy that emphasizes meaning in one's life, self-actualization, responsibility, and relationships. I view counseling from a tripartite approach where I assist my clients with self-awareness, gaining knowledge, and developing strategies to manage effectively and successfully the various transitions they are experiencing in their lives. I employ my diverse training and integrate a multiplicity of therapeutic interventions that yield optimum results for the individual.

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 specialize in helping patients that are dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma related issues. Worry, fear and bad memories often interfere with a person’s daily life. These problems can be very stressful and can affect a person’s social relationships, work performance, and self esteem. These individuals often turn to maladaptive coping strategies such as drugs and/or alcohol to find relief. I work with these patients to help them manage life difficulties and heal from past trauma in order to learn new ways of thinking and coping.

If you are struggling with anxiety, sadness, grief, excessive worry, obsessional thinking? Do you feel your challenges are overwhelming? Do you wish you could just enjoy your life again? I work with clients with a range of troubles and challenges to overcome their difficulties and reclaim their lives. I am specialized to work with both adults and children using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is a science based approach, which means it is proven to help you feel better and get on with living your life. I am a warm, personable, humorous, compassionate psychologist here to support you through your most difficult of times.

Addiction is a debilitating and progressive disorder that can effect anyone. If not addressed, addiction will eventually impact life in all areas, including loved ones. I specialize in treating addictive disorders of every type (including behavioral) and every stage of progression, as well as co-occurring disorders, and working with couples. I have worked with individuals needing early intervention to those needing support in maintaining their recovery, as well as those in between. I believe strongly in the benefit of incorporating family and loved ones into treatment whenever possible and appropriate.

It is hard to say what my ideal client is because I believe that I am capable of working with various types of people and that each person is unique. Even with a "challenging" client, I have learned a lot and found value in the work. With that being said, my ideal client has a history of trauma that has impacted their ability to connect with others and themselves. They are struggling with body image, intrusive thoughts, and anxiety about how others are perceiving them. They want to be empowered to advocate for themselves when necessary and create a wellness routine that serves as a preventative measure for mental health problems.