Donna Strauss-Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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Let's Connect (732) 917-7022

At Connect Counseling & Wellness, we believe in supporting the whole person–mind, body, and spirit–through a person-in-environment lens rooted in clinical social work. Our ideal clients are individuals navigating life’s challenges–stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, relationships–seeking not just relief, but real growth.
We help clients better understand themselves and others, and implement practical solutions to feel more empowered, connected, and fulfilled. In addition to individual, couples, and family counseling, we offer specialized support groups and professional services to meet diverse needs.
Our clients come from all walks of life–first responders, caregivers, teens, veterans, professionals, and more. Whether you’re looking to heal, grow, or simply feel better, we’re here to walk alongside you. Now serving three New Jersey locations: Cresskill, Rutherford, and Monmouth Beach.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Donna Strauss-Russo now - (732) 917-7022
Let's Connect (732) 917-7022

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Couple Sessions $120
Payment Methods
Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, WireInsurance
- 1199SEIU
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Meridian
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- QualCare
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Donna Strauss-Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (732) 917-7022
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC05436200 Donna Strauss-Russo
- Attended New York University, Graduated 2007
Education and Years In Practice
Donna Strauss-Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (732) 917-7022
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Relationship Issues
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Cancer
- Child
- Chronic Pain
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Personality Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
Donna Strauss-Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (732) 917-7022
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Other Spiritual or Religious Affiliations
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family / Marital
- Group Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Donna Strauss-Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (732) 917-7022
Groups
Connect Counseling & Wellness, LLC
We are a private mental health practice comprised of 12 therapists from leading universities serving adults, teens, children, couples and families in Cresskill, Rutherford and Monmouth Beach New Jersey. We treat relationship issues, social/general and environmental anxiety, depression, stress, loss and grief, behavioral issues, mood disorders and more using CBT, DBT, Gottman techniques, psychodynamic, somatic and other therapy techniques. We also host workshops and groups for schools, community members and professionals. We accept insurance.
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Location
Primary Location
Connect Counseling & Wellness, LLC
36 Beach Road
Bldg 13
Monmouth Beach, NJ 07750
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Nearby Areas
Donna Strauss-Russo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (732) 917-7022