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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
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Meghan Keates

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC

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3 Endorsed
36 South Street, Manasquan, NJ 08736
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Available both in-person and online
36 South Street Manasquan, NJ 08736
Let's Connect (732) 724-0053
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First - welcome. The path to pursuing therapy and facing life’s challenges (both new and old) may feel daunting. You’re no longer holding your anxiety, worries, grief, stress and sadness alone. I’m here to help. A little about me: My name is Meghan and I’m a Licensed Associate Counselor and National Certified Counselor. Stepping into a session with me would look like harnessing your authentic self, and having me meet you there as a clinician. I utilize a strength-based approach to my therapeutic practice. Empathy, honesty, open-mindedness, challenge and kindness are used throughout the process.
All are welcome in my office: Whether it’s LGBTQIA+ community, children and adolescents, adults or palliative care. I truly love what I do, and I appreciate you considering me as your therapist.
Interested in my personal passions? My self-support looks like: woodworking (I especially love to build and refurbish furniture), going on hikes with my dog North, volunteering at a local equine sanctuary and rescuing animals, and playing my guitar.
Take the first step to help. Call or Meghan Keates now - (732) 724-0053

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Samaritan Center

36 South Street

Manasquan, NJ 08736 map

(732) 724-0053
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Life Transitions and Self Esteem 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (732) 724-0053
Photo of Meghan Keates, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

The Samaritan Center

36 South Street

Manasquan, NJ 08736 map

(732) 724-0053
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Life Transitions and Self Esteem 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (732) 724-0053
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Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (732) 724-0053

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of New Jersey / 37AC00653100 Supervised by Jaclyn Vairo (New Jersey / 37PC00672700) Meghan Keates
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Monmouth University, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Smith College Liberal Arts / 2016
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Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (732) 724-0053
Photo of Meghan Keates, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (732) 724-0053

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Geriatric and Seniors
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Relationship Issues
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (732) 724-0053
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Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (732) 724-0053

3 Endorsements

Matthew Lambert
Matthew Lambert
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPCNCC
I would highly recommend Meghan to anyone! I have consulted with Meghan in matters of client care and have seen the benefits of their work firsthand. Meghan is kind, professional, knowledgeable, and effective!
Parker R Hilton
Parker R Hilton
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCNCCACSLCPCMS
I am infinitely grateful that my professional path has crossed with Meghan's. She is a creative, knowledgeable, and insight-driven clinician who is a staple in my referral base. It's an honor to call her a friend and I'm a better clinician for it.
Sionainn Noon -Women's Sensitivity & Trauma
Sionainn Noon -Women's Sensitivity & Trauma
Professional Counselor AssociateMSLACNCC
Meghan is a highly skilled therapist, with a warm heart and clever mind. She is incredibly insightful, knowledgeable, and passionate about supporting clients on their healing journey. I highly recommend her.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Meghan Keates, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (732) 724-0053
Photo of Meghan Keates, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (732) 724-0053

Location

Primary Location

The Samaritan Center

36 South Street

Manasquan, NJ 08736

(732) 724-0053
Photo of Meghan Keates, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (732) 724-0053
Photo of Meghan Keates, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Meghan Keates
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAC, NCC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (732) 724-0053