Therapists in Springfield, NJ
Roberta R Fallig
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Choosing a therapist can be a daunting task. I work toward providing an atmosphere of respect, support, trust and caring which can lead to a greater potential for self understanding, healing, relief and the opportunity to see and make different choices. In private practice for over 20 years, I have a varied practice, working with individuals, couples and families with a wide range of difficulties. Areas of particular specialty include working with those who have experienced trauma, relational difficulties, anxiey, depression, and issues of childhood and adolescence.
Choosing a therapist can be a daunting task. I work toward providing an atmosphere of respect, support, trust and caring which can lead to a greater potential for self understanding, healing, relief and the opportunity to see and make different choices. In private practice for over 20 years, I have a varied practice, working with individuals, couples and families with a wide range of difficulties. Areas of particular specialty include working with those who have experienced trauma, relational difficulties, anxiey, depression, and issues of childhood and adolescence.
Paola Peters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, NJ 07081 (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in CA & NJ. Bilingual in Spanish/English. I started my clinical practice as Psychologist in Argentina in 1995. My therapeutic approach goes beyond addressing challenging aspects of your life; It is a transformative journey that fosters growth and healing. By delving into your experiences, you can better understand yourself and others. Through this process, we can explore effective ways to solve personal and interpersonal problems, build resilience, and reduce stress, ultimately leading to a more rewarding and fulfilling life.
I am a psychotherapist and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional in CA & NJ. Bilingual in Spanish/English. I started my clinical practice as Psychologist in Argentina in 1995. My therapeutic approach goes beyond addressing challenging aspects of your life; It is a transformative journey that fosters growth and healing. By delving into your experiences, you can better understand yourself and others. Through this process, we can explore effective ways to solve personal and interpersonal problems, build resilience, and reduce stress, ultimately leading to a more rewarding and fulfilling life.
Alyssa Simmonds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081
Welcome to Creative Healing Counseling & Wellness Center. Our mission is to provide therapeutic and wellness services to children, adults, and families that help bring them to a place of awareness in which true healing, integration, and self-discovery is present. We believe that everyone has the power and capability within themselves to discover the resources, supports, and tools that best meet their needs; our staff act as a guide and partner along your journey.
Welcome to Creative Healing Counseling & Wellness Center. Our mission is to provide therapeutic and wellness services to children, adults, and families that help bring them to a place of awareness in which true healing, integration, and self-discovery is present. We believe that everyone has the power and capability within themselves to discover the resources, supports, and tools that best meet their needs; our staff act as a guide and partner along your journey.
Lyle G Wallace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW-LSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, NJ 07081 (Online Only)
Hello and welcome! I have over 20+ years experience working with teenagers and families in various settings. My goal is to build a trusting, therapeutic relationship with clients that allows us to create a positive, empowering, and dynamic bond that focuses on improving and developing new skills to manage identified issues. I work with individuals and families to empower them by exploring their unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses so that they can overcome obstacles to their success. Together we will develop realistic goals that create resolution and improve quality of life.
Hello and welcome! I have over 20+ years experience working with teenagers and families in various settings. My goal is to build a trusting, therapeutic relationship with clients that allows us to create a positive, empowering, and dynamic bond that focuses on improving and developing new skills to manage identified issues. I work with individuals and families to empower them by exploring their unique abilities, strengths, and weaknesses so that they can overcome obstacles to their success. Together we will develop realistic goals that create resolution and improve quality of life.
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Andie Loiseau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
Amy Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I specialize in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and eating disorders using a blended approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, strength-based, solution-focused, and holistic therapy.
My ideal clients are people who are open to learning about new perspectives and ways of thinking with the intention of creating healthier inner dialogues and approaches to life stressors. Clients dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions may or may not know the root cause/s of their suffering, but taking this first step towards healing is a journey I feel privileged to participate in. Each person is the expert on themselves, and if we form an open and honest working relationship, the possibilities for transformation, growth, and lasting change are within certain reach.
I specialize in anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and eating disorders using a blended approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, strength-based, solution-focused, and holistic therapy.
My ideal clients are people who are open to learning about new perspectives and ways of thinking with the intention of creating healthier inner dialogues and approaches to life stressors. Clients dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions may or may not know the root cause/s of their suffering, but taking this first step towards healing is a journey I feel privileged to participate in. Each person is the expert on themselves, and if we form an open and honest working relationship, the possibilities for transformation, growth, and lasting change are within certain reach.
Niya Bush
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
My ideal client would be a high-functioning, motivated individual eager to attain self-understanding and self-awareness and willing to explore underlying schemas that impact thought and behavior. This client would be open to discussing and working through 'false-self' states and their relationship to early life experiences. This process would lead the client to the expression and development of 'true self 'experiences and enhanced authenticity. Their issues may be anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor confidence, and low self-efficacy due to distorted thinking within the core belief system and identity.
My ideal client would be a high-functioning, motivated individual eager to attain self-understanding and self-awareness and willing to explore underlying schemas that impact thought and behavior. This client would be open to discussing and working through 'false-self' states and their relationship to early life experiences. This process would lead the client to the expression and development of 'true self 'experiences and enhanced authenticity. Their issues may be anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor confidence, and low self-efficacy due to distorted thinking within the core belief system and identity.
Richard Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cranford, NJ 07016
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
Adam Eltouny
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040 (Online Only)
How well do you know yourself? Do you want to discover the meaning behind your emotions and what they might be signaling? Would you like to learn a practical, easy-to-follow, process to solving your problems? My mission for Wholeminds Wellness LLC is to provide an unbiased analysis of your thoughts (cognitive) and actions (behavioral) to explore, objectively, how well they align with your values and needs. I emphasize action-oriented personal responsibility and I am also a Certified Personal Trainer and Weight Loss Specialist with expertise in Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Fitness & Lifestyle Change, and Self-Concept.
How well do you know yourself? Do you want to discover the meaning behind your emotions and what they might be signaling? Would you like to learn a practical, easy-to-follow, process to solving your problems? My mission for Wholeminds Wellness LLC is to provide an unbiased analysis of your thoughts (cognitive) and actions (behavioral) to explore, objectively, how well they align with your values and needs. I emphasize action-oriented personal responsibility and I am also a Certified Personal Trainer and Weight Loss Specialist with expertise in Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Fitness & Lifestyle Change, and Self-Concept.
Mary Ann Maino-Socienski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901 (Online Only)
Mary Ann treats trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem problems, stress, executive functioning difficulties, maladaptive coping skills, grief, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship issues, school issues, peer relationships, self-esteem problems, multiple disorders, trauma, PTSD, and women’s issues.
Mary Ann Maino-Socienski is a licensed clinical social worker. Mary Ann helps her patients find solutions to real-life problems by setting realistic goals to calm their body and mind. Her patients often find themselves actively enjoying their therapy sessions, rather than simply going through the motions. She aims to inspire her patients to make positive changes in their lives. Mary Ann has been providing therapy since 2010 and works with patients ages 12-64. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and breath work.
Mary Ann treats trauma, depression, anxiety, ADHD, self-esteem problems, stress, executive functioning difficulties, maladaptive coping skills, grief, life transitions, obsessive-compulsive disorder, relationship issues, school issues, peer relationships, self-esteem problems, multiple disorders, trauma, PTSD, and women’s issues.
Mary Ann Maino-Socienski is a licensed clinical social worker. Mary Ann helps her patients find solutions to real-life problems by setting realistic goals to calm their body and mind. Her patients often find themselves actively enjoying their therapy sessions, rather than simply going through the motions. She aims to inspire her patients to make positive changes in their lives. Mary Ann has been providing therapy since 2010 and works with patients ages 12-64. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and breath work.
Nicole Mossbacher (adolescent/teen specialist)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
Joe Grosso (adolescent/teen specialist)
Counselor, LPC, MA, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I am an LPC with years of experience treating teens/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
I am an LPC with years of experience treating teens/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
Melissa Barua (adolescent/teen specialist)
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I am a Licensed Social Worker with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with years of experience treating teen/adolescents and their families. My areas of specialty and focus are depression, anxiety, low self esteem, mood disorders, and trauma. The driving force behind my practice is to create a nurturing environment where kids can grow into healthy adults with learned coping skills and a better understanding of their own identity.
William Hodgdon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Summit, NJ 07901 (Online Only)
William treats depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and adjustment disorders.
William Hodgdon is a licensed clinical social worker. William has been providing psychotherapy to a wide range of clients with a variety of problems and diagnoses since 1982. His goal is to propel patients into states and experiences, both internally and externally, that they did not initially know they could achieve. By approaching each patient as an individual, with unique problems and life circumstances, he can discover what they would gain from therapy. He uses a combination of solution-oriented therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing, and structured treatment to treat individuals and couples.
William treats depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, and adjustment disorders.
William Hodgdon is a licensed clinical social worker. William has been providing psychotherapy to a wide range of clients with a variety of problems and diagnoses since 1982. His goal is to propel patients into states and experiences, both internally and externally, that they did not initially know they could achieve. By approaching each patient as an individual, with unique problems and life circumstances, he can discover what they would gain from therapy. He uses a combination of solution-oriented therapy, CBT, motivational interviewing, and structured treatment to treat individuals and couples.
Chantell Rivera
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I specialize in working with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, school-related concerns, stress, coping skills, career counseling, and substance abuse.
My ideal client is someone who actively participates in therapy sessions, demonstrating a commitment to their personal growth and well-being. While there may not be an ideal set of issues, I appreciate a client who is open to exploring and addressing the challenges they are facing, fostering a collaborative and honest therapeutic relationship. The ideal client is someone with a goal-oriented mindset. I value a client who sees therapy as a means to gain self-awareness and understanding.
I specialize in working with adults dealing with depression, anxiety, life transitions, self-esteem, school-related concerns, stress, coping skills, career counseling, and substance abuse.
My ideal client is someone who actively participates in therapy sessions, demonstrating a commitment to their personal growth and well-being. While there may not be an ideal set of issues, I appreciate a client who is open to exploring and addressing the challenges they are facing, fostering a collaborative and honest therapeutic relationship. The ideal client is someone with a goal-oriented mindset. I value a client who sees therapy as a means to gain self-awareness and understanding.
Ashley Grayson
Counselor, MA, LAC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
My experience in issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and addictions, relationships, co-dependency, mood disorders, anger management, ADHD, life transitions, grief, and more has prepared me to support your unique needs.
If you're ready to embrace change, I'd love to support you along your journey. My ideal client would be willing to work together consistently to address any needs, struggles, or issues, to build self-understanding, and to strive toward personal goals and happiness.
My experience in issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and addictions, relationships, co-dependency, mood disorders, anger management, ADHD, life transitions, grief, and more has prepared me to support your unique needs.
If you're ready to embrace change, I'd love to support you along your journey. My ideal client would be willing to work together consistently to address any needs, struggles, or issues, to build self-understanding, and to strive toward personal goals and happiness.
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.
Costenah Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Cranford, NJ 07016
My ideal client is prepared to initiate changes in their life to promote wellness. They are prepared to process internal and external contributors to their mood, discuss options for improvement, and practice healthier skills that will assist in achieving their personal goals. My ideal client is internally motivated and desires emotional balance from concerns such as anxiety, depression, impaired self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. They arrive to treatment with goals in mind, and will actively work to experience relief of distressing symptoms.
My ideal client is prepared to initiate changes in their life to promote wellness. They are prepared to process internal and external contributors to their mood, discuss options for improvement, and practice healthier skills that will assist in achieving their personal goals. My ideal client is internally motivated and desires emotional balance from concerns such as anxiety, depression, impaired self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. They arrive to treatment with goals in mind, and will actively work to experience relief of distressing symptoms.
Kelly A. Dauenheimer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901
I specialize in treating adolescents, teens, adults, and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders who struggle to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, ect.
My ideal client is motivated, open-minded, and committed to showing up and doing the work. I work to provide clients a supportive, safe, and warm environment where you feel comfortable talking about the challenges you are facing. I will work with you to identify your personal goals and strengths to help you achieve a more satisfied and fulfilled life that feels true and authentic to you! My clients ultimately want to overcome challenges and welcome change and feel secure being open and honest with themselves in our sessions together. I will be right there with you along the way. Please reach out if this sounds like you.
I specialize in treating adolescents, teens, adults, and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders who struggle to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, ect.
My ideal client is motivated, open-minded, and committed to showing up and doing the work. I work to provide clients a supportive, safe, and warm environment where you feel comfortable talking about the challenges you are facing. I will work with you to identify your personal goals and strengths to help you achieve a more satisfied and fulfilled life that feels true and authentic to you! My clients ultimately want to overcome challenges and welcome change and feel secure being open and honest with themselves in our sessions together. I will be right there with you along the way. Please reach out if this sounds like you.
Yevgenia (Gina) Levi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Summit, NJ 07901 (Online Only)
Gina has over 15 years of expertise in helping people work on issues related to anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, living with chronic health issues, and dealing with a loss of a loved one and grief.
Gina Levi has extensive experience working with adults, children, and couples from various cultural backgrounds. Her background consists of various settings including foster care and adoption, school, community centers as well as grief and bereavement counseling. Gina focuses on mindfulness and a holistic approach to help her clients make meaningful changes. Gina creates a safe space where her clients are encouraged to share their feelings as well as set and meet unique goals.
Gina has over 15 years of expertise in helping people work on issues related to anxiety, depression, phobias, trauma, living with chronic health issues, and dealing with a loss of a loved one and grief.
Gina Levi has extensive experience working with adults, children, and couples from various cultural backgrounds. Her background consists of various settings including foster care and adoption, school, community centers as well as grief and bereavement counseling. Gina focuses on mindfulness and a holistic approach to help her clients make meaningful changes. Gina creates a safe space where her clients are encouraged to share their feelings as well as set and meet unique goals.
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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.