Therapists in Scotch Plains, NJ
Calm and Sense Therapy(tm)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and there are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate licensed professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.
Do feel like you struggle with the same problem over and over again? Does it sometimes feel as if there are no answers, you've tried everything? Are you worrying about yourself or your children? There is help, and there are answers. At Calm and Sense Therapy we treat Anxiety and Panic, Depression, Adjustment, Grief and Loss and more. Our therapists specialize in individual therapy. We are a team of kind and compassionate licensed professionals who work with adults, adolescents, and children.
Christine Mahoney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Feeling unhappy or overwhelmed happens to all of us and life is full of challenges. Is now the time to address concerns and feel better about your life and yourself? The right supportive non-judgmental person can offer support, hope and encouragement. Counseling can also help increase self awareness, offer coping strategies and communication skills, improve self care and decision making. While life can be difficult and often takes unexpected turns, counseling can provide some of the relief and assistance you need to feel more hopeful and content, improve relationships and lead to less stress and generally happier healthy living.
Feeling unhappy or overwhelmed happens to all of us and life is full of challenges. Is now the time to address concerns and feel better about your life and yourself? The right supportive non-judgmental person can offer support, hope and encouragement. Counseling can also help increase self awareness, offer coping strategies and communication skills, improve self care and decision making. While life can be difficult and often takes unexpected turns, counseling can provide some of the relief and assistance you need to feel more hopeful and content, improve relationships and lead to less stress and generally happier healthy living.
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.
Julie Sorrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
With over 13 years of experience, Julie has provided services and therapy to clients of various ages and diagnoses. While, Julie specializes in working with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, she also works with clients facing Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, complex trauma, as well as other personality and mood disorders.
With over 13 years of experience, Julie has provided services and therapy to clients of various ages and diagnoses. While, Julie specializes in working with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, she also works with clients facing Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, complex trauma, as well as other personality and mood disorders.
Karen Budnick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Not accepting new clients
I approach therapy with a client-centered, interpersonal stance to create a safe, non-judgemental, collaborative working relationship. My approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of my client's life. Many of my clients present with the following concerns: anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting, work problems, eating disorders and weight issues.
I approach therapy with a client-centered, interpersonal stance to create a safe, non-judgemental, collaborative working relationship. My approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of my client's life. Many of my clients present with the following concerns: anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting, work problems, eating disorders and weight issues.
Robyn Krugman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Depression, anxiety and problems in relationships often cause deep anguish and pain, just getting by each day can be difficult. We often struggle in silence, believing things will never get better or that no one could understand. Well-meaning friends and family urge us to “just get over it”-but that often that makes us feel alone. I believe every person possesses the potential to transform their life. With the right support and ability to learn healthy coping skills, we will work together in a collaborative process to create the change you have been waiting for. Therapy is a place just for you, to be heard, validated and supported.
Depression, anxiety and problems in relationships often cause deep anguish and pain, just getting by each day can be difficult. We often struggle in silence, believing things will never get better or that no one could understand. Well-meaning friends and family urge us to “just get over it”-but that often that makes us feel alone. I believe every person possesses the potential to transform their life. With the right support and ability to learn healthy coping skills, we will work together in a collaborative process to create the change you have been waiting for. Therapy is a place just for you, to be heard, validated and supported.
Resolve Community Counseling Center, Inc
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
Resolve Community Counseling Center offers the services of 14 masters' and doctoral level mental health clinicians (LPCs, LAC's, LCADC's, PsyD), under the supervision of a licensed psychologist. We work with families and children of all ages, couples and adults experiencing a variety of mental health challenges. We also carry out psychological evaluations for clinical and forensic purposes. With our large clinical staff, we are able to accommodate the needs of most every person seeking assistance. We are a private nonprofit agency, with a mission to help our community members with low cost but quality, confidential and caring mental health services.
Counseling Centers for Human Development
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Welcome to the Counseling Centers for Human Development, a unique non-profit mental health resource dedicated to helping you learn, heal and create the life you love. I encourage you to reach out to us. I encourage you to take a step toward a stronger and less anxious version of yourself. I encourage you to trust that we will do everything in our power to support you through your struggles. Whether this is your first time seeking help or you're just curious. Whether you've tried this before and felt let down, I encourage you not to give up. Let's build on your strengths together and help you find a way to feel better again.
Welcome to the Counseling Centers for Human Development, a unique non-profit mental health resource dedicated to helping you learn, heal and create the life you love. I encourage you to reach out to us. I encourage you to take a step toward a stronger and less anxious version of yourself. I encourage you to trust that we will do everything in our power to support you through your struggles. Whether this is your first time seeking help or you're just curious. Whether you've tried this before and felt let down, I encourage you not to give up. Let's build on your strengths together and help you find a way to feel better again.
Nicole Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Hi! I’m Nicole and I am the therapist and founder of the Healing Place LLC. It’s a brave decision to start therapy. Life can be quite a journey, and our emotional responses to our personal experiences can impact our ability to think clearly, to communicate effectively, and to function adequately in our daily lives. If you have been feeling overwhelmed, sad, or just not yourself lately, then maybe this is something that you and I can talk about together. You are not alone on this journey and perhaps, I can help you.
Hi! I’m Nicole and I am the therapist and founder of the Healing Place LLC. It’s a brave decision to start therapy. Life can be quite a journey, and our emotional responses to our personal experiences can impact our ability to think clearly, to communicate effectively, and to function adequately in our daily lives. If you have been feeling overwhelmed, sad, or just not yourself lately, then maybe this is something that you and I can talk about together. You are not alone on this journey and perhaps, I can help you.
Ashley Moy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Not accepting new clients
I work with children, adolescents and their families to address a multitude of emotional needs including, but not limited to, anxiety, coping skills, anger management, depression, self-esteem and life stressors. Working as a collaborative team, we will address the areas in which you would like to see growth and improvement, while discovering and enhancing your strengths.
I work with children, adolescents and their families to address a multitude of emotional needs including, but not limited to, anxiety, coping skills, anger management, depression, self-esteem and life stressors. Working as a collaborative team, we will address the areas in which you would like to see growth and improvement, while discovering and enhancing your strengths.
Judy Waweru
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Judy, a licensed associate counselor (LAC). Often times our own internal issues such as our mindsets, behaviors, emotions & our past, can hinder us from reaching our fullest potential, both relationally & professionally. Well, I am here to help & partner with you on your journey to overcome these obstacles. Additionally, born from immigrant parents, raised in both a predominantly African American neighborhood and later a Caucasian one, & often traveling to Kenya, gave me exposure to different cultures.This privilege has given me a level of understanding that can help me support & connect with clients of different backgrounds
Hi! I'm Judy, a licensed associate counselor (LAC). Often times our own internal issues such as our mindsets, behaviors, emotions & our past, can hinder us from reaching our fullest potential, both relationally & professionally. Well, I am here to help & partner with you on your journey to overcome these obstacles. Additionally, born from immigrant parents, raised in both a predominantly African American neighborhood and later a Caucasian one, & often traveling to Kenya, gave me exposure to different cultures.This privilege has given me a level of understanding that can help me support & connect with clients of different backgrounds
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Psychologist, PhD, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, fallout from past traumatic experiences? Finding that your typical ways of coping are not helping, or making things worse? I know it can be daunting to reach out for support and I am here to help! I provide a unique blend of psychotherapy and mind/body awareness to help you find more balance, flow, and happiness in your life. My approach is integrative and multicultural, based on the ways your particular system responds to life's challenges.
Experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, fallout from past traumatic experiences? Finding that your typical ways of coping are not helping, or making things worse? I know it can be daunting to reach out for support and I am here to help! I provide a unique blend of psychotherapy and mind/body awareness to help you find more balance, flow, and happiness in your life. My approach is integrative and multicultural, based on the ways your particular system responds to life's challenges.
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.
Restored Hope Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Many of us often feel constrained and emotionally overwhelmed by life challenges. As a licensed and experienced psychologist, I can provide you with a confidential space to help ease your emotional pain and offer guidance as you regain control over your circumstances. My areas of specialty include, but is not limited to, depression, anxiety, bereavement, and relationship discord. I generally work from a multicultural lens and use evidence-based styles that consist of an interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) approach infused with cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT).
Many of us often feel constrained and emotionally overwhelmed by life challenges. As a licensed and experienced psychologist, I can provide you with a confidential space to help ease your emotional pain and offer guidance as you regain control over your circumstances. My areas of specialty include, but is not limited to, depression, anxiety, bereavement, and relationship discord. I generally work from a multicultural lens and use evidence-based styles that consist of an interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) approach infused with cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT).
Rebecca Levy-Cruz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
I'm glad you are here! Its the first step in improving your life. If you are feeling weighed down by anxious thoughts or sad feelings or just having difficulty dealing with life's stressors then you are in the right place. "The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." -William James.
I'm glad you are here! Its the first step in improving your life. If you are feeling weighed down by anxious thoughts or sad feelings or just having difficulty dealing with life's stressors then you are in the right place. "The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another." -William James.
LeighAnn Lively
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
LeighAnn can help you learn to control anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, peer/relationship problems, and adjustment/life transitions. She takes a motivational interviewing approach and utilizes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy. LeighAnn will listen and help identify your goals and values as well as your thought patterns surrounding an issue. Her goal is to help individuals grow in alignment with a version of themselves that they are confident in.
LeighAnn can help you learn to control anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, peer/relationship problems, and adjustment/life transitions. She takes a motivational interviewing approach and utilizes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy. LeighAnn will listen and help identify your goals and values as well as your thought patterns surrounding an issue. Her goal is to help individuals grow in alignment with a version of themselves that they are confident in.
Annette Ferrigno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
I am a Licensed Clincial Worker practicing for nearly 25 years. I am passionate about working with families and individuals to create more calm and balance in their lives. When individuals create a sense of calm within themselves; this can permeate outwards. Our goal together would be to sustain this sense of calm within your life. Creating this will help nurture more compassion with family, friends and in at your work place. My goal is to help my clients see both their strengths and weaknesses and to find a balance between the two. I provide an environment that is filled with warmth, empathy and acceptance.
I am a Licensed Clincial Worker practicing for nearly 25 years. I am passionate about working with families and individuals to create more calm and balance in their lives. When individuals create a sense of calm within themselves; this can permeate outwards. Our goal together would be to sustain this sense of calm within your life. Creating this will help nurture more compassion with family, friends and in at your work place. My goal is to help my clients see both their strengths and weaknesses and to find a balance between the two. I provide an environment that is filled with warmth, empathy and acceptance.
Cynthia Velasquez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 (Online Only)
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!
Jessica De Sousa
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Are you feeling out of touch with who you are or who you want to be? Are your fears, anxieties, or self-defeating thoughts getting in the way of accomplishing your goals? Are you overwhelmed by all the demands life is throwing at you and not sure how to achieve balance? If you answered yes to any of these questions please know that you are not alone.
Are you feeling out of touch with who you are or who you want to be? Are your fears, anxieties, or self-defeating thoughts getting in the way of accomplishing your goals? Are you overwhelmed by all the demands life is throwing at you and not sure how to achieve balance? If you answered yes to any of these questions please know that you are not alone.
Theresa Lotano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Theresa is experienced working with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. Some treatment issues Theresa specializes in include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, adjustment issues/life transitions, self-harm, parenting skills/parent-child dynamics, and grief/loss.
Theresa is experienced working with children, adolescents, individual adults, and families who are struggling with a range of challenges. Some treatment issues Theresa specializes in include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, adjustment issues/life transitions, self-harm, parenting skills/parent-child dynamics, and grief/loss.
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Number of Therapists in Scotch Plains, NJ
200+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in Scotch Plains, NJ who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
77% | Relationship Issues |
71% | Self Esteem |
70% | Coping Skills |
63% | Grief |
62% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
84% | Aetna |
79% | Cigna and Evernorth |
78% | BlueCross and BlueShield |
How Therapists in Scotch Plains, NJ see their clients
89% | In Person and Online | |
11% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
90% | Female | |
10% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Scotch Plains?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.