Family Therapy in North Plainfield, NJ
Elijah Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
North Plainfield, NJ 07060 (Online Only)
I envision an adolescent or young adult who is navigating the complexities of their teenage and adult years and seeking support to address various issues and challenges. They may be experiencing difficulties such as academic stress, low self-esteem, peer pressure, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, family conflicts, or difficulties in relationships. Teens and young adults' desire a safe and non-judgmental space where they can express their thoughts, emotions, and concerns freely.
I envision an adolescent or young adult who is navigating the complexities of their teenage and adult years and seeking support to address various issues and challenges. They may be experiencing difficulties such as academic stress, low self-esteem, peer pressure, anxiety, depression, identity exploration, family conflicts, or difficulties in relationships. Teens and young adults' desire a safe and non-judgmental space where they can express their thoughts, emotions, and concerns freely.
Ann Silvestri
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
With hundreds of studies indicating that practical problem solving counseling works most effectively, I utilize with my clients a highly effective form of therapy. Get some of the most effective types of assistance with your depression, anxiety or relationship concerns. Cogntive Behavioral Therapy provides support for your concerns from the beginning. Assisting with pragmatic, enriching treatment. Weither it is that your are feeling blue, concerned with anxiety and worries or relationship problems, call today to speak with me about how you can apply highly effective easy to utilize approaches to making improvements in your life.
With hundreds of studies indicating that practical problem solving counseling works most effectively, I utilize with my clients a highly effective form of therapy. Get some of the most effective types of assistance with your depression, anxiety or relationship concerns. Cogntive Behavioral Therapy provides support for your concerns from the beginning. Assisting with pragmatic, enriching treatment. Weither it is that your are feeling blue, concerned with anxiety and worries or relationship problems, call today to speak with me about how you can apply highly effective easy to utilize approaches to making improvements in your life.
Orlando Alonso Calvo Cespedes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
North Plainfield, NJ 07060 (Online Only)
As human beings, we navigate the ebb and flow of emotions as we encounter life's myriad joys and challenges. During times when these challenges become overwhelming, it may seem as though negativity and heartbreak are unending. However, therapy is a transformative journey of self-exploration and growth, not a sign of failure. My aim is to partner with you on this journey, helping you explore your inner self, embrace your strengths, and address your weaknesses. I offer diverse perspectives and pathways to foster personal growth and self-awareness.
As human beings, we navigate the ebb and flow of emotions as we encounter life's myriad joys and challenges. During times when these challenges become overwhelming, it may seem as though negativity and heartbreak are unending. However, therapy is a transformative journey of self-exploration and growth, not a sign of failure. My aim is to partner with you on this journey, helping you explore your inner self, embrace your strengths, and address your weaknesses. I offer diverse perspectives and pathways to foster personal growth and self-awareness.
Gale Alwill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Plainfield, NJ 07060 (Online Only)
Do you feel blocked? Like your not living your life to the fullest. Do you lack motivation? Perhaps your anxiety is getting in the way of making changes in your life. Therapy can help you hear your own voice and find your answers.
Do you feel blocked? Like your not living your life to the fullest. Do you lack motivation? Perhaps your anxiety is getting in the way of making changes in your life. Therapy can help you hear your own voice and find your answers.
Sheridan Tennant-Straube
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
Not accepting new clients
I am also a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor, and am experienced in family work; particularly with parents striving to better emotionally connect with their difficult adolescent or teen.
Are you frustrated with your personal or work relationships? Has a life trauma affected your life and you just don’t know how to cope? Do you need help discovering your life’s path? My specialties include working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with opposition, conduct disorders, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I have been working in the counseling field with groups, individuals and families since 2009. I am truly kind and patient in my approach to working with my clients.
I am also a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor, and am experienced in family work; particularly with parents striving to better emotionally connect with their difficult adolescent or teen.
Are you frustrated with your personal or work relationships? Has a life trauma affected your life and you just don’t know how to cope? Do you need help discovering your life’s path? My specialties include working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with opposition, conduct disorders, anxiety, depression, grief and trauma. I have been working in the counseling field with groups, individuals and families since 2009. I am truly kind and patient in my approach to working with my clients.
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Annette Ferrigno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Annette has been practicing for nearly 20 years. She enjoys working with families and individuals to create more calm and balance in their lives. If individuals can create a sense of calm within themselves; this can permeate outwards. They can build and sustain this throughout their lives and share this sense of compassion with family, friends and the world around them. My goal is to help my clients see both their strengths and weaknesses and to find a balance between the two. Change isn't easy, but when we simultaneously appreciate what is already good we can find balance and happiness while moving through transitions.
Annette has been practicing for nearly 20 years. She enjoys working with families and individuals to create more calm and balance in their lives. If individuals can create a sense of calm within themselves; this can permeate outwards. They can build and sustain this throughout their lives and share this sense of compassion with family, friends and the world around them. My goal is to help my clients see both their strengths and weaknesses and to find a balance between the two. Change isn't easy, but when we simultaneously appreciate what is already good we can find balance and happiness while moving through transitions.
Jay Serrano
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Jay has field experience working with adults re-adjusting back into the community as they overcome mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Jay has been working with children and adolescents for the past 5 years in a partial hospitalization program, providing group, individual and family therapy across different roles and modalities. Jay has encountered those who are working through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, ODD, parenting challenges, cultural conflicts, and Autism. Jay takes on a person-centered, nurtured heart approach that allows the client to build a safe and nurturing environment during the therapeutic process.
Jay has field experience working with adults re-adjusting back into the community as they overcome mental, physical, and emotional disabilities. Jay has been working with children and adolescents for the past 5 years in a partial hospitalization program, providing group, individual and family therapy across different roles and modalities. Jay has encountered those who are working through depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, ODD, parenting challenges, cultural conflicts, and Autism. Jay takes on a person-centered, nurtured heart approach that allows the client to build a safe and nurturing environment during the therapeutic process.
Tabrina Hargrove
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plainfield, NJ 07060
Services Offered: Couple/Relational Therapy addressing issues of difficulties with Communication, Trust, Connection; Individual Therapy- Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Overall Life Dissatisfaction and Trauma; Family Therapy- Family conflict, Blended family and Kinship care issues; and Children/Adolescents-anxiety, self-esteem and adjustment issues.
It is my therapeutic goal is to help individuals resolve life's challenges by overcoming the hurdles and hurts and get back to a life that is not only satisfactory but victorious. I welcome individuals who are experiencing life difficulties and seek change. It is my hope that by working together in a collaborative and supportive environment that individuals will feel a restored hope and peace. Also provide Christian/Spiritual-Based specific counseling.
Services Offered: Couple/Relational Therapy addressing issues of difficulties with Communication, Trust, Connection; Individual Therapy- Grief, Depression, Anxiety, Overall Life Dissatisfaction and Trauma; Family Therapy- Family conflict, Blended family and Kinship care issues; and Children/Adolescents-anxiety, self-esteem and adjustment issues.
It is my therapeutic goal is to help individuals resolve life's challenges by overcoming the hurdles and hurts and get back to a life that is not only satisfactory but victorious. I welcome individuals who are experiencing life difficulties and seek change. It is my hope that by working together in a collaborative and supportive environment that individuals will feel a restored hope and peace. Also provide Christian/Spiritual-Based specific counseling.
Elyse Bordes
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, NJ 07062
As a newly licensed associate counselor and lay Christian counselor, I have honed my expertise in women's issues, trauma-informed care, emotional disturbance, and family conflict. I am passionate about educating and instilling a deep understanding of mental health disorders, trauma, and the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with oneself.
As a newly licensed associate counselor and lay Christian counselor, I have honed my expertise in women's issues, trauma-informed care, emotional disturbance, and family conflict. I am passionate about educating and instilling a deep understanding of mental health disorders, trauma, and the importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with oneself.
Diana Cofsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plainfield, NJ 07062
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
My approach to therapy is client centered, using a variety of modalities including CBT, DBT and family systems therapy.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
Sara Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Life is a wonderful, and at times difficult journey. When you experience anxiety, depression, trauma or relationship/family issues on top of the pressures of daily life, coping effectively can be overwhelming. Yet know that with the right support and toolbox of skills, you have the ability to prioritize your happiness and achieve your goals. Your journey to assemble this tool box does not have to happen alone. I can provide a nurturing space where you can gain insight into unwanted patterns of behavior, identify and challenge unhelpful automatic thinking patterns and get in touch with your innate strength.
Life is a wonderful, and at times difficult journey. When you experience anxiety, depression, trauma or relationship/family issues on top of the pressures of daily life, coping effectively can be overwhelming. Yet know that with the right support and toolbox of skills, you have the ability to prioritize your happiness and achieve your goals. Your journey to assemble this tool box does not have to happen alone. I can provide a nurturing space where you can gain insight into unwanted patterns of behavior, identify and challenge unhelpful automatic thinking patterns and get in touch with your innate strength.
Maria Sikoutris Di Iorio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
We specialize in Marriage and Family Therapy and treat couples and individuals. Marriage therapy focuses on the conflicts and disagreements between two people. All families experience some type of disagreement. Some families function in unhealthy patterns and therefore conflict exists. Families are affected when one member of the family is chronically ill, suffers from substance abuse, divorce and separation, single parenting, financial issues, etc, as well as a lack of communicating effectively. Family therapy may be the only setting where you will have the opportunity to hear how other family members are feeling.
We specialize in Marriage and Family Therapy and treat couples and individuals. Marriage therapy focuses on the conflicts and disagreements between two people. All families experience some type of disagreement. Some families function in unhealthy patterns and therefore conflict exists. Families are affected when one member of the family is chronically ill, suffers from substance abuse, divorce and separation, single parenting, financial issues, etc, as well as a lack of communicating effectively. Family therapy may be the only setting where you will have the opportunity to hear how other family members are feeling.
Jeanette Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
I am a diverse Systemic Psychotherapist practicing in New Jersey and New York with a specialty in Marriage & Family Therapy. I will work with you to engage in maximizing functioning in your current relationships and how you interact with the world. Together we will work on you creating the narrative you wish to express more authentically in your personal relationships, work environment and your greater relationship circle(s). I have experience working with clients with a strong focus on life transitions, families in crisis, and those shifting careers and engaged in reinvention.
I am a diverse Systemic Psychotherapist practicing in New Jersey and New York with a specialty in Marriage & Family Therapy. I will work with you to engage in maximizing functioning in your current relationships and how you interact with the world. Together we will work on you creating the narrative you wish to express more authentically in your personal relationships, work environment and your greater relationship circle(s). I have experience working with clients with a strong focus on life transitions, families in crisis, and those shifting careers and engaged in reinvention.
Catalina C Colon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT, CTP
Verified Verified
South Plainfield, NJ 07080
I start from a foundational view of assessing your family history through a genogram.
Are you struggling with anxiety or deep overwhelming thoughts and feelings? Ever wondered why certain family members are disconnected emotionally or physically? How about curiosity of your own sensitivities to words or actions? Maybe you would like for that pressure to be lifted off your shoulders and make sense of it all. That would be such a relief, wouldn't it? Let's work together to develop coping skills, identify deep experiences, acknowledge your unmet needs, and face challenges together.
I start from a foundational view of assessing your family history through a genogram.
Are you struggling with anxiety or deep overwhelming thoughts and feelings? Ever wondered why certain family members are disconnected emotionally or physically? How about curiosity of your own sensitivities to words or actions? Maybe you would like for that pressure to be lifted off your shoulders and make sense of it all. That would be such a relief, wouldn't it? Let's work together to develop coping skills, identify deep experiences, acknowledge your unmet needs, and face challenges together.
Paige King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plainfield, NJ 07060 (Online Only)
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to. Sometimes you just need someone to listen. Sometimes you just need to “get it off your chest”. I believe counseling is what you make it. Whatever direction works best for you, is the one I will use. I will always meet you where you are and we will walk this journey together. I have worked with a multitude of people including teenagers, young adults, mature adults and elderly in many different areas including issues related to coming of age, depression, family conflict, incarceration and anxiety to name a few.
Sometimes you just need someone to talk to. Sometimes you just need someone to listen. Sometimes you just need to “get it off your chest”. I believe counseling is what you make it. Whatever direction works best for you, is the one I will use. I will always meet you where you are and we will walk this journey together. I have worked with a multitude of people including teenagers, young adults, mature adults and elderly in many different areas including issues related to coming of age, depression, family conflict, incarceration and anxiety to name a few.
Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Plainfield, NJ 07062
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
Leo Hudzik
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Watchung, NJ 07069 (Online Only)
Family counseling is always an intrinsic part of the adolescent's treatment process.
I counsel 'tweens, teens, and the families who love them. Kids make mistakes - it's how they learn. When they repeat the mistakes without learning, counseling can help. Together, we tackle the wide range of mental health challenges to your family's flexibility and resilience. Adults, seniors and all types of couples are also welcome to the counseling process. Let's find the best way to knock down the barriers to your well-being.
Family counseling is always an intrinsic part of the adolescent's treatment process.
I counsel 'tweens, teens, and the families who love them. Kids make mistakes - it's how they learn. When they repeat the mistakes without learning, counseling can help. Together, we tackle the wide range of mental health challenges to your family's flexibility and resilience. Adults, seniors and all types of couples are also welcome to the counseling process. Let's find the best way to knock down the barriers to your well-being.
Cynthia Velasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Hi! My name is Cynthia Velasquez, LAMFT (Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families who struggle with issues in communication, lack of distress tolerance skills, wanting to cope appropriately and prioritizing wanting a better understanding of how to have a solution focused mindset to fix their issues. This has been my passion for many years and I am excited to finally provide a safe space for all!
Hi! My name is Cynthia Velasquez, LAMFT (Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist). I specialize in helping individuals, couples and families who struggle with issues in communication, lack of distress tolerance skills, wanting to cope appropriately and prioritizing wanting a better understanding of how to have a solution focused mindset to fix their issues. This has been my passion for many years and I am excited to finally provide a safe space for all!
Jennifer Laura Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fanwood, NJ 07023
My practice includes folks of all ages/stages from young children to those entering the third third of life, I work with people who seek to know themselves more deeply & who want to uncover patterns & ways of being that no longer serve them. I especially love high conflict family work & working with parent/child connections. I utilize art, sandtray,movement & play as I see fit. I find couples therapy to be a potent vehicle of change for both the individual and for the couple. I blend Non-Violent Communication, IFS, Synergetic Play Therapy, Gestalt & Radical Aliveness in all my sessions. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
My practice includes folks of all ages/stages from young children to those entering the third third of life, I work with people who seek to know themselves more deeply & who want to uncover patterns & ways of being that no longer serve them. I especially love high conflict family work & working with parent/child connections. I utilize art, sandtray,movement & play as I see fit. I find couples therapy to be a potent vehicle of change for both the individual and for the couple. I blend Non-Violent Communication, IFS, Synergetic Play Therapy, Gestalt & Radical Aliveness in all my sessions. I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy.
Jessica Furino
Pastoral Counselor
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Fanwood, NJ 07023
I love helping others assess and overcome their challenges while embracing their strengths; physical, emotional, social and spiritual. You deserve to grow and embrace a full and abundant life. My diversified vocational ( nursing, business, writing, counseling and pastoral) background allows me to work and walk with my clients as they heal from their past and move forward to maximize their strengths and accomplish their goals.) If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a broken marriage, family dysfunction, career challenges or so many other things that hold us back from a life of joy, hope and peace...please call me.
I love helping others assess and overcome their challenges while embracing their strengths; physical, emotional, social and spiritual. You deserve to grow and embrace a full and abundant life. My diversified vocational ( nursing, business, writing, counseling and pastoral) background allows me to work and walk with my clients as they heal from their past and move forward to maximize their strengths and accomplish their goals.) If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, a broken marriage, family dysfunction, career challenges or so many other things that hold us back from a life of joy, hope and peace...please call me.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.