Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
328 Denison Street, Highland Park, NJ 08904
Let's Connect (732) 204-6462
Maybe you have been feeling disconnected and want to feel more empowered. There are times when we need another to start a healing process and to learn in a good relationship. I have worked in the mental health field for 25 years and am here to support you. We can make sense of obstacles or losses. Some individuals cope with difficulties by disconnecting or disengaging, and often through harmful effects or behaviors. Some people’s painful experiences were met with confusing or anxious responses from others or depicted in invalidating ways. As you can hang in there with life’s struggles, I’m the person that will help guide you.
I work by a Relational Psychoanalytic Approach called Intersubjective Systems Theory, or Phenomenological Contextualism. The approach helps people explore mental terrains, work with their pain and how non-empathic or traumatic experiences have impacted them. I have applied the Intersubjective Principles in various counseling and supervisory roles.
Non-shaming care and support are necessary for positive change. We will work together to understand your feelings in light of suffering, trauma and life patterns. Contact me if you would like to work in a therapeutic relationship, learn from me or better understand feelings and experiences. A sense of wholeness towards your obstacles is possible.
Call or Email Donna Wolfskehl Distefano now for a free 15 minute consultation - (732) 204-6462
Let's Connect (732) 204-6462
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $195
- Couple Sessions $195
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Out of Network
Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 204-6462
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC05181100 Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
- In Practice for 25 years
- Attended New York University, MSW, Graduated 2000
- Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC05181100
- Certificate from New Jersey LCADC 37LC00123500 / 2006
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 204-6462
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body Positivity
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Child
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Chronic Relapse
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Sexual Abuse
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 204-6462
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Queer Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Family ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Queer Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American ,
Other Racial or Ethnic Background
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Culturally Sensitive
- Existential
- Family / Marital
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (732) 204-6462
Groups
Relational Supervision Group (starts 6/5)
Therapists explore the use of popular approaches (such as DBT, Mindfulness, and MI) while receiving guidance in finding relational themes.. We looking at our affect on clients in light of their situations, histories and relationships. Supervisees will receive guidance on use of dialogue and attunement to harder issues..
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Peer Relationships
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$70
Group Meets
Every other Thu 5:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M.
Location
Highland Park, NJ 08904
Email Donna Wolfskehl Distefano about this group or call - (732) 204-6462
Early Counselor Therapy Group, starts June 4th
This group provides the necessary basis for your own process as a beginning therapist or counselor to deeply understand and join with your clients. Otherwise, the profession of counseling goes down a steep road towards pathologizing our patients as well as away from self-compassion. Having a relational home, however, provides the needed environment to make use of your own themes that come up with your cases. You may even find value in changing life patterns!
Expertise
Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Types of Therapy
Trauma Focused
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$100+
Group Meets
Every Wed 6:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Email Donna Wolfskehl Distefano about this group or call - (732) 204-6462
Location
Primary Location
Donna DiStefano LCSW, LCADC
328 Denison Street
Highland Park, NJ 08904
(732) 204-6462Email me
Nearby Areas
Donna Wolfskehl Distefano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Call for a free consultation now - (732) 204-6462