Therapists in Hazlet, NJ
Christina McDermott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
I work with clients who are feeling stuck, isolated, and/or experience anxiety, depression, co-occurring diagnoses, and/or trauma. Clients who are looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others. As well as seeking to support to improve their coping skills and self-care, especially while facing significant life changes.
I work with clients who are feeling stuck, isolated, and/or experience anxiety, depression, co-occurring diagnoses, and/or trauma. Clients who are looking to improve their relationship with themselves and others. As well as seeking to support to improve their coping skills and self-care, especially while facing significant life changes.
Inner Clarity, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
We specialize in the following areas: Adoption, Addictions, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & Grief, Borderline Personality Disorder, Stress Management, and Energy Psychology for clients ages 6 to adulthood.
Inner Clarity, LLC is a group private practice comprised of professionals with varying areas of specialization. Our main goal is to provide a warm, inviting, and relaxing environment for our clients to engage in individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy with a professional who is skilled in meeting their clinical needs. We are an out-of-network provider and would be happy to verify benefits prior to starting services. Our office is able to bill out of network directly, so patients are only responsible for coinsurance at the time of service after deductible is met, and any balance outside of what insurance covers.
We specialize in the following areas: Adoption, Addictions, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma & Grief, Borderline Personality Disorder, Stress Management, and Energy Psychology for clients ages 6 to adulthood.
Inner Clarity, LLC is a group private practice comprised of professionals with varying areas of specialization. Our main goal is to provide a warm, inviting, and relaxing environment for our clients to engage in individual, family, couples, and/or group therapy with a professional who is skilled in meeting their clinical needs. We are an out-of-network provider and would be happy to verify benefits prior to starting services. Our office is able to bill out of network directly, so patients are only responsible for coinsurance at the time of service after deductible is met, and any balance outside of what insurance covers.
Destiny Sharack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, grief/loss and self-esteem.
Does stress and uncertainty in your life have you feeling stuck? Have you found yourself second guessing decisions or held back by that annoying voice in your head of self-doubt? Taking back control of your life isn’t a solo mission. Sometimes we need a listening ear, a sounding board, a space to understand ourselves better, and a nudge in the right direction. With a compassionate, honest, and curious approach I can help you to feel confident and ready to tackle life’s challenges.
I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship conflict, grief/loss and self-esteem.
Does stress and uncertainty in your life have you feeling stuck? Have you found yourself second guessing decisions or held back by that annoying voice in your head of self-doubt? Taking back control of your life isn’t a solo mission. Sometimes we need a listening ear, a sounding board, a space to understand ourselves better, and a nudge in the right direction. With a compassionate, honest, and curious approach I can help you to feel confident and ready to tackle life’s challenges.
Eponina Moscato
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with young children and adults who may be suffering from anxiety, depression and/or emotional/behavioral difficulties.
Starting therapy and exploring the most important parts of your life is a difficult process and it matters to me to create a safe and personal connection with people so that you look forward to coming to sessions. Our work together will help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your relationships. I approach therapy from a place of understanding and kindness, in non-judgmental and insightful way.
I enjoy working with young children and adults who may be suffering from anxiety, depression and/or emotional/behavioral difficulties.
Starting therapy and exploring the most important parts of your life is a difficult process and it matters to me to create a safe and personal connection with people so that you look forward to coming to sessions. Our work together will help you gain a better understanding of yourself and your relationships. I approach therapy from a place of understanding and kindness, in non-judgmental and insightful way.
Christopher Nackos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
All too often it is easy to become paralyzed by the stressors around us. These stressors can take the form of family conflict, work- and school-related stress, depression, anxiety, and anger. It is in these times of distress that new ways of coping, of managing ourselves and the world around us becomes most important. Together we can explore the elements of your environment and the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that have contributed to your distress and difficulty functioning. With this awareness, we will develop a treatment plan by which you can regain control and develop a life worth living.
All too often it is easy to become paralyzed by the stressors around us. These stressors can take the form of family conflict, work- and school-related stress, depression, anxiety, and anger. It is in these times of distress that new ways of coping, of managing ourselves and the world around us becomes most important. Together we can explore the elements of your environment and the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that have contributed to your distress and difficulty functioning. With this awareness, we will develop a treatment plan by which you can regain control and develop a life worth living.
Felicia Etuke
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCADC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Among our areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, attachment issues, domestic violence, women's issues, marriage/relationship issues, substance abuse, etc.
With over 30 combined years experience, Grace Abounds Counseling specializes in individual counseling, couples therapy, child psychotherapy, adolescent psychotherapy, and family therapy.
Among our areas of expertise are anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, attachment issues, domestic violence, women's issues, marriage/relationship issues, substance abuse, etc.
With over 30 combined years experience, Grace Abounds Counseling specializes in individual counseling, couples therapy, child psychotherapy, adolescent psychotherapy, and family therapy.
Erin Swetits
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Are you unable to get out of your own way? Does depression, anxiety, grief, or past trauma continue to weigh you down? Are you aging or facing illness and not sure where to turn as you transition through life? Don't give up! Allow me to offer you therapeutic intervention and problem-solving techniques that will help you cope with your feelings, emotions, and life circumstances. Let me help you navigate and discover the possibility of feeling better. I specialize in adults and older adults struggling with life's transitions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Are you unable to get out of your own way? Does depression, anxiety, grief, or past trauma continue to weigh you down? Are you aging or facing illness and not sure where to turn as you transition through life? Don't give up! Allow me to offer you therapeutic intervention and problem-solving techniques that will help you cope with your feelings, emotions, and life circumstances. Let me help you navigate and discover the possibility of feeling better. I specialize in adults and older adults struggling with life's transitions.
Dan Mongak
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University in Psychology and a Master's Degree from Kean University in Psychology. I have over 13 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in a variety of mental healthcare settings. I am able to help clients with a wide array of concerns from moderate to severe anxiety and depression as well as relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, grief, interpersonal skill building, stress management, navigating life transitions, and more.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a Bachelor's Degree from Montclair State University in Psychology and a Master's Degree from Kean University in Psychology. I have over 13 years of experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families in a variety of mental healthcare settings. I am able to help clients with a wide array of concerns from moderate to severe anxiety and depression as well as relationship issues, family conflict, parenting, grief, interpersonal skill building, stress management, navigating life transitions, and more.
Sherry Goldman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Online Only)
Are anxiety, depression, and worry keeping you miserable? Nothing you have tried is working. What if it never gets better; what would happen to your life, your relationships, your health? But it's not really your fault. You probably don't have the Tools, yet, that are required to deal with those intense emotions, and the situations that trigger them. And that's where I come in. Because I have spent the past 25 years helping people just like you to learn new ways of coping that actually work. Don't keep suffering without getting the help from an expert who can become your guiding light, and your great resource for answers.
Are anxiety, depression, and worry keeping you miserable? Nothing you have tried is working. What if it never gets better; what would happen to your life, your relationships, your health? But it's not really your fault. You probably don't have the Tools, yet, that are required to deal with those intense emotions, and the situations that trigger them. And that's where I come in. Because I have spent the past 25 years helping people just like you to learn new ways of coping that actually work. Don't keep suffering without getting the help from an expert who can become your guiding light, and your great resource for answers.
Lisa Musolino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Specialities include: Relationship and family conflict/trauma, addiction recovery, OCD, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, depression.
Are you looking to finally feel heard and understood? Do you fear the unknown and feel stuck as you struggle to create genuine change? Finding the courage to ask for help, is the first step towards growth. Whatever you are facing, change is possible through hard work, building self awareness and patience. I am a LPC in NJ with 3 years private practice experience, working together with my clients to identify and achieve their goals, towards genuine happiness. My main goal is to create a therapeutic relationship and environment, where you will feel safe and comfortable sharing your intimate thoughts and feelings, without judgement.
Specialities include: Relationship and family conflict/trauma, addiction recovery, OCD, ADHD, anxiety, PTSD, depression.
Are you looking to finally feel heard and understood? Do you fear the unknown and feel stuck as you struggle to create genuine change? Finding the courage to ask for help, is the first step towards growth. Whatever you are facing, change is possible through hard work, building self awareness and patience. I am a LPC in NJ with 3 years private practice experience, working together with my clients to identify and achieve their goals, towards genuine happiness. My main goal is to create a therapeutic relationship and environment, where you will feel safe and comfortable sharing your intimate thoughts and feelings, without judgement.
Jarrah Kratzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
The decision to enter into therapy is a challenging one, which is why I strive to make your experience as comfortable and as empowering as possible. My goal is to develop a trusting and encouraging therapeutic relationship by drawing on your personal strengths and creating attainable and realistic goals. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults working toward achieving emotional well-being and life balance. I have experience working with people facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief & loss, infertility and pregnancy loss issues, postpartum mood disorders, substance abuse, and many others.
The decision to enter into therapy is a challenging one, which is why I strive to make your experience as comfortable and as empowering as possible. My goal is to develop a trusting and encouraging therapeutic relationship by drawing on your personal strengths and creating attainable and realistic goals. I specialize in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults working toward achieving emotional well-being and life balance. I have experience working with people facing a variety of challenges including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, grief & loss, infertility and pregnancy loss issues, postpartum mood disorders, substance abuse, and many others.
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Andrew Herschman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Andrew is a New Jersey State Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who graduated from Monmouth University with a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Andrew has experience working with adults and adolescents facing the challenges of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorders, and substance use issues.
Andrew is a New Jersey State Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who graduated from Monmouth University with a master’s degree in mental health counseling. Andrew has experience working with adults and adolescents facing the challenges of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorders, and substance use issues.
Allyssa Ghans
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Online Only)
I am the ideal match for someone seeking comprehensive support, who may grapple with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and more. My diverse expertise spans ages and identities, fostering collaboration. I will create a safe space that allows self-expression. My clients aspire to develop coping skills, self-esteem, and healthier bonds.
I am the ideal match for someone seeking comprehensive support, who may grapple with ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and more. My diverse expertise spans ages and identities, fostering collaboration. I will create a safe space that allows self-expression. My clients aspire to develop coping skills, self-esteem, and healthier bonds.
Amanda Crowley
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, OCD, substance abuse, schizoaffective, bipolar, and BPD.
I enjoy working with clients who are open to learning how to manage, cope and regain motivation to return to everyday living. Together we will develop healthy coping mechanisms and start a routine to help with reducing symptoms to allow you to live a better life.
I have experience working with clients who have anxiety, depression, OCD, substance abuse, schizoaffective, bipolar, and BPD.
I enjoy working with clients who are open to learning how to manage, cope and regain motivation to return to everyday living. Together we will develop healthy coping mechanisms and start a routine to help with reducing symptoms to allow you to live a better life.
Samantha Ciparis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Whether you struggle with mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, or even stress, each client is met where they are at and given the best tools and opportunities to expand and build their favorite version of themselves. If you want to prepare for an anticipated stress, trying to sort out daily life, improve communication within a relationship, finding balance, you want to find someone you feel comfortable with to express yourself in a judgement free environment.
Whether you struggle with mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, or even stress, each client is met where they are at and given the best tools and opportunities to expand and build their favorite version of themselves. If you want to prepare for an anticipated stress, trying to sort out daily life, improve communication within a relationship, finding balance, you want to find someone you feel comfortable with to express yourself in a judgement free environment.
Melissa Gull
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with post graduate work in Holistic and Integrative Health Studies, I am dedicated to providing a therapeutic space to help clients cope with all of life's challenges and stressors. I specialize in grief and loss, relationship issues, family systems, self esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, post traumatic distress and mood disorders.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with post graduate work in Holistic and Integrative Health Studies, I am dedicated to providing a therapeutic space to help clients cope with all of life's challenges and stressors. I specialize in grief and loss, relationship issues, family systems, self esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, post traumatic distress and mood disorders.
Kelly A Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Hello, my name is Kelly and I have been working with adolescents and adults for more than 15 yrs. My approach to therapy is very empathetic and I use strategies that are focused on empowerment, cognitive restructuring and mindfulness. I am trauma-informed and I strive to help clients feel safe and find strategies that work for them, not only for managing stress and anxiety, but also for personal growth. My strategies and support will help whether you are experiencing a significant situation such as grief or daily stress leading to anxiety or depression.
Hello, my name is Kelly and I have been working with adolescents and adults for more than 15 yrs. My approach to therapy is very empathetic and I use strategies that are focused on empowerment, cognitive restructuring and mindfulness. I am trauma-informed and I strive to help clients feel safe and find strategies that work for them, not only for managing stress and anxiety, but also for personal growth. My strategies and support will help whether you are experiencing a significant situation such as grief or daily stress leading to anxiety or depression.
Lorraine Durrett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730
*Morning, evening and weekend appointments are available.* Are you feeling anxious, depressed and overwhelmed? Do you and your spouse/partner have difficulty communicating with each other? Does trying to balance, work, marriage, family and, dare I say, time for yourself seem overwhelming? If so then it is time to take care of you and find your happiness. This is the first step in being able to do so. I will work with you in a supportive and safe environment to help you to manage life stressors more effectively. Together we explore your concerns and develop a plan that will meet your needs. You no longer have to struggle alone.
*Morning, evening and weekend appointments are available.* Are you feeling anxious, depressed and overwhelmed? Do you and your spouse/partner have difficulty communicating with each other? Does trying to balance, work, marriage, family and, dare I say, time for yourself seem overwhelming? If so then it is time to take care of you and find your happiness. This is the first step in being able to do so. I will work with you in a supportive and safe environment to help you to manage life stressors more effectively. Together we explore your concerns and develop a plan that will meet your needs. You no longer have to struggle alone.
Tom Letson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Online Only)
If your anger or alcohol/drug use or anxiety/depression is causing problems in your life or your teen is being bullied/having other school related issues, I may be able to help. I'll use my 30+ yrs. of exp. as a therapist, school counselor and football coach to help motivate you to make the changes you desire. In our 1st session, I will help you to calm your emotions and refocus, so we can get a clear understanding of your situation and begin building a plan to improve. I offer low cost 50 min or 30 min solution-focused sessions. Contact me to schedule a free video chat or telephone consultation and I will do my best to help.
If your anger or alcohol/drug use or anxiety/depression is causing problems in your life or your teen is being bullied/having other school related issues, I may be able to help. I'll use my 30+ yrs. of exp. as a therapist, school counselor and football coach to help motivate you to make the changes you desire. In our 1st session, I will help you to calm your emotions and refocus, so we can get a clear understanding of your situation and begin building a plan to improve. I offer low cost 50 min or 30 min solution-focused sessions. Contact me to schedule a free video chat or telephone consultation and I will do my best to help.
Nicole Owenburg
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Hazlet, NJ 07730
Maintaining our mental wellness is just as important as maintaining our physical wellness. Perhaps you are facing a major loss or are having trouble finding motivation to carry out daily tasks of life. For some, there has been a major life event which has left you feeling helpless or without direction. For any person coming into my office, my goal is to create a space which is calming, open, and safe. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing grief and loss, low motivation, anxiety, depression, and major life changes.
Maintaining our mental wellness is just as important as maintaining our physical wellness. Perhaps you are facing a major loss or are having trouble finding motivation to carry out daily tasks of life. For some, there has been a major life event which has left you feeling helpless or without direction. For any person coming into my office, my goal is to create a space which is calming, open, and safe. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing grief and loss, low motivation, anxiety, depression, and major life changes.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.