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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Deborah Max

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

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Jersey City, NJ 07306
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Mental health treatment should not be traumatic. I am drawn to clinical work with individuals who have been historically mislabeled and misunderstood. I have successfully worked with many individuals whose prior negative treatment experiences gave them every reason in the world not to trust me. I have also provided effective counsel to emergency room physicians and nurses. I recognize the degree of stigma (often self-imposed) associated with medical professionals seeking mental health treatment. My experience in psychiatric emergency services has given me a true appreciation of the unique stressors front line workers face.
Though our biology and family of origin do not necessarily cement our destiny, our early experiences shape who we become. I am always seeking to understand the "why" behind the "what". And I maintain that everything makes sense once you understand the context.
I have a keen ability to connect with individuals at their worst. There is very little that shocks, scares or offends me. Our time together will be judgment free.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Jersey City, NJ 07306

Hartford, CT 06103

I offer online only sessions and have availability Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
I specialize in Bipolar Disorder, Serious Mental Illness and Trauma and PTSD 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Jersey City, NJ 07306

Hartford, CT 06103

I offer online only sessions and have availability Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
I specialize in Bipolar Disorder, Serious Mental Illness and Trauma and PTSD 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175

Payment Methods

Check, Venmo, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • All Savers
  • AvMed
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EAP:Cigna
  • EAP:United Health/Optum
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim/Optum
  • HUSKY Health
  • Medicaid
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Surest (formerly Bind)
  • Tufts Health/Cigna
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC06438800 Deborah Max

    • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Simmons University , MSW, Graduated 2022

    • Additional Credentials

  • License: Connecticut 014071 / 2025
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I have been working in community mental health for 26 years. For the past 12 I have evaluated patients in psychiatric crisis in the local emergency room. I am licensed in both NJ and CT.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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I have been working in community mental health for 26 years. For the past 12 I have evaluated patients in psychiatric crisis in the local emergency room. I am licensed in both NJ and CT.
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
with questions.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Serious Mental Illness
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs?

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Psychodynamic
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I utilize a normalizing approach to presenting problems. My clients will have the opportunity to learn and practice skills in mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The focus of therapy may include skills in one or multiple skills areas. One size certainly does not fit all.
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
with questions.
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I utilize a normalizing approach to presenting problems. My clients will have the opportunity to learn and practice skills in mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The focus of therapy may include skills in one or multiple skills areas. One size certainly does not fit all.
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Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Jersey City, NJ 07306

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Additional Location

Hartford, CT 06103

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I offer online only sessions and have availability Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Photo of Deborah Max, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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I offer online only sessions and have availability Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Photo of Deborah Max, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Deborah Max
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW