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Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Dennis Sharkey

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Toms River, NJ 08757
Let's Connect (848) 253-3927
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I look forward to working with individuals who wish to overcome an obstacle to realizing joy or a personal goal in life.
After 47 years in the health and mental health fields, both as a direct service provider and an administrator, I bring a wealth of experience and training to the table. My patient reviews often highlight this knowledge base and a compassionate approach to helping.
Starting psychotherapy can be a challenge in itself. Revealing ourselves to another and looking inside can evoke complicated and uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Getting started, as with many things in life, is the hardest part. Once something is started, things rarely are as difficult as anticipated. BTW - I am a fan of humor as part of the journey.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dennis Sharkey now - (848) 253-3927

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toms River, NJ 08757

(848) 253-3927
I offer Telehealth (online) sessions only. I am available Tuesday through Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Stress 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (848) 253-3927
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Toms River, NJ 08757

(848) 253-3927
I offer Telehealth (online) sessions only. I am available Tuesday through Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Stress 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage
  • AmeriHealth
  • BC/BS Medicare Advantage
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Medicare
  • UHC Medicare Advantage
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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To register for an intake appointment, call Best Practices at 609-916-6400. Best Practices will verify your insurance coverage. You will be required to provide a credit card to pay for non-covered services, such as copays.
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (848) 253-3927
"
To register for an intake appointment, call Best Practices at 609-916-6400. Best Practices will verify your insurance coverage. You will be required to provide a credit card to pay for non-covered services, such as copays.
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (848) 253-3927

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC01429800 Dennis Sharkey
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Rutgers Graduate School of Social Work, Graduated 1975
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I have completed extended training in Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy at the Albert Ellis Institute in NYC and I am a certified Hypnotherapist.
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (848) 253-3927
"
I have completed extended training in Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy at the Albert Ellis Institute in NYC and I am a certified Hypnotherapist.
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (848) 253-3927

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cancer
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Codependency
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (848) 253-3927
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Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (848) 253-3927

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
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My primary treatment method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT). This method helps you identify, refute, and alter beliefs that hinder symptom relief and/or prevent you from achieving life goals. Overall, I am not limited to just CBT. I strive to tailor the intervention to what will likely work best for you. Interventions may include guided imagery, learning meditation, and hypnotherapy...
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (848) 253-3927
"
My primary treatment method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(CBT). This method helps you identify, refute, and alter beliefs that hinder symptom relief and/or prevent you from achieving life goals. Overall, I am not limited to just CBT. I strive to tailor the intervention to what will likely work best for you. Interventions may include guided imagery, learning meditation, and hypnotherapy...
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
or call with questions - (848) 253-3927

Location

Primary Location

Toms River, NJ 08757

(848) 253-3927
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I offer Telehealth (online) sessions only. I am available Tuesday through Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (848) 253-3927
"
I offer Telehealth (online) sessions only. I am available Tuesday through Friday afternoons and Saturday mornings.
Photo of Dennis Sharkey, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Dennis Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (848) 253-3927