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Philip A Rutter
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pitman, NJ 08071
For therapy practice scope, please also visit www.therapychangeslives.com Areas of Expertise - Individual: depression or anxiety, relationship or family conflict/concerns, sexual identity/orientation integrating Cognitive, Feminist & Affirmative Therapy. Couples/Relationships: co-parenting strategies for recovery/repair from infidelity, intimacy issues or health/aging concerns integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) & Gottman strategies. Family Therapy: addressing conflict, cut-offs, child's suicidal/self injurious behaviors, blended families/parenting integrating Structural Family Therapy & Narrative Therapy.
For therapy practice scope, please also visit www.therapychangeslives.com Areas of Expertise - Individual: depression or anxiety, relationship or family conflict/concerns, sexual identity/orientation integrating Cognitive, Feminist & Affirmative Therapy. Couples/Relationships: co-parenting strategies for recovery/repair from infidelity, intimacy issues or health/aging concerns integrating Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) & Gottman strategies. Family Therapy: addressing conflict, cut-offs, child's suicidal/self injurious behaviors, blended families/parenting integrating Structural Family Therapy & Narrative Therapy.
(267) 820-9724 View (267) 820-9724
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Jeffrey Obiekwe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Paramus, NJ 07652  (Online Only)
Jeff utilizes an array of therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, and relational mindfulness in his integrative treatment approach.
Jeff is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in diverse levels of care and treatment settings. As a therapist Jeff provides a safe supportive space for individuals to process their thoughts and feelings. Jeff seeks to empower his clients, foster self-awareness so that they can accomplish their goals and live healthier lives. Jeff provides individualized therapy focusing on issue related to depression, anxiety, substance use, anger management, trauma and interpersonal conflict.
Jeff utilizes an array of therapeutic modalities such as cognitive behavior therapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, and relational mindfulness in his integrative treatment approach.
Jeff is a Licensed Professional Counselor with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in diverse levels of care and treatment settings. As a therapist Jeff provides a safe supportive space for individuals to process their thoughts and feelings. Jeff seeks to empower his clients, foster self-awareness so that they can accomplish their goals and live healthier lives. Jeff provides individualized therapy focusing on issue related to depression, anxiety, substance use, anger management, trauma and interpersonal conflict.
(973) 264-0538 View (973) 264-0538
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Miguel Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Mount Holly, NJ 08060  (Online Only)
I utilize evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Reality Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and various other treatment modalities.
Does life feel overwhelming? Do you feel unsettled about something you have experienced or witnessed? Are you having a difficult time processing your thoughts and/or emotions? Are you tired of masking your feelings? Do you struggle with low self-esteem or feel less than, unseen, or unheard? Are you ready to feel better? I may be the therapist for you who can assist you in achieving your goals. During our sessions, I offer a safe, comfortable, judgment-free environment for you to release life’s day-to-day stressors.
I utilize evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Reality Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and various other treatment modalities.
Does life feel overwhelming? Do you feel unsettled about something you have experienced or witnessed? Are you having a difficult time processing your thoughts and/or emotions? Are you tired of masking your feelings? Do you struggle with low self-esteem or feel less than, unseen, or unheard? Are you ready to feel better? I may be the therapist for you who can assist you in achieving your goals. During our sessions, I offer a safe, comfortable, judgment-free environment for you to release life’s day-to-day stressors.
(609) 710-8277 View (609) 710-8277
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Jalen Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Brunswick, NJ 08816  (Online Only)
I specialize in Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), Structural Family Therapy while utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy in individual and couple sessions.
The goal of therapy is not only to resolve a conflict or find an answer but to make a connection. I believe that the client drives the car of therapy while the therapist is in the passenger seat ensuring the ride is comfortable, the music is right and hazards or incomplete bridges are avoided. The brain and body should be aligned; therapy does just that. There does not always need to be a problem to go to therapy, the same way a car can use an oil change or detail before a long drive. It is hard to deal with emotional issues on your own, but more difficult to address and face them in therapy or even ask for help.
I specialize in Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), Structural Family Therapy while utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy in individual and couple sessions.
The goal of therapy is not only to resolve a conflict or find an answer but to make a connection. I believe that the client drives the car of therapy while the therapist is in the passenger seat ensuring the ride is comfortable, the music is right and hazards or incomplete bridges are avoided. The brain and body should be aligned; therapy does just that. There does not always need to be a problem to go to therapy, the same way a car can use an oil change or detail before a long drive. It is hard to deal with emotional issues on your own, but more difficult to address and face them in therapy or even ask for help.
(732) 333-8520 View (732) 333-8520
Multi-Cultural Counseling Center
Ed, MA
Verified Verified
I use both structural family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches to help these families and individuals overcome and cope with these life controlling problems.
It has been my professional privilege over the last 25 years to provide counseling to married couples, families and individuals who were struggling with various relationship challenges, personal crisis and family conflicts. I have also had to opportunity to provide extensive one on one personal counseling to many individuals who were struggling with depression, general anxiety, grief, anger issues, abusive relationships, sexual assault, and personal trauma. Many of these clients were wonderfully helped, healed, given new hope and were taught new relationship survival and coping skills that they are now able to use to enhance their relationships and personal lives.
I use both structural family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy approaches to help these families and individuals overcome and cope with these life controlling problems.
It has been my professional privilege over the last 25 years to provide counseling to married couples, families and individuals who were struggling with various relationship challenges, personal crisis and family conflicts. I have also had to opportunity to provide extensive one on one personal counseling to many individuals who were struggling with depression, general anxiety, grief, anger issues, abusive relationships, sexual assault, and personal trauma. Many of these clients were wonderfully helped, healed, given new hope and were taught new relationship survival and coping skills that they are now able to use to enhance their relationships and personal lives.
(732) 410-7430 View (732) 410-7430
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Steven D. Chen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Hoboken, NJ 07030
My treatment modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, culturally sensitive, emotionally focused and mindfulness therapy.
I am a dual licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical addiction and drug counselor (LCSW and LCADC) with experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in various care level and treatment environments. I strongly believe in the potential of the mind, body and spirit that empower each person to regain a balanced life, healthier relationship with others and the world. I am passionate in encouraging and empowering clients to learn and grow using various approaches meeting the unique needs of each client to resolve their issues.
My treatment modalities include cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, structural family therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, culturally sensitive, emotionally focused and mindfulness therapy.
I am a dual licensed clinical social worker and licensed clinical addiction and drug counselor (LCSW and LCADC) with experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families in various care level and treatment environments. I strongly believe in the potential of the mind, body and spirit that empower each person to regain a balanced life, healthier relationship with others and the world. I am passionate in encouraging and empowering clients to learn and grow using various approaches meeting the unique needs of each client to resolve their issues.
(201) 479-9760 View (201) 479-9760
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Richard J Lally, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Denville, NJ 07834
My approach focuses on Structural Family Therapy.
Families are a good source of strength but they can also get stuck in unproductive patterns of behavior and interaction which are challenging to change. I help families break these difficult cycles by working with them to identify goals and establish plans and milestones to achieve them. I apply over 25 years of experience as I empower struggling individuals, couples, and families facing marital issues, divorce, anxiety, depression, and children/adolescents with self-destructive behaviors or ADD/ADHD as well as many other mental health issues. I also specialize in working with diagnoses of oppositional defiant and conduct disorders.
My approach focuses on Structural Family Therapy.
Families are a good source of strength but they can also get stuck in unproductive patterns of behavior and interaction which are challenging to change. I help families break these difficult cycles by working with them to identify goals and establish plans and milestones to achieve them. I apply over 25 years of experience as I empower struggling individuals, couples, and families facing marital issues, divorce, anxiety, depression, and children/adolescents with self-destructive behaviors or ADD/ADHD as well as many other mental health issues. I also specialize in working with diagnoses of oppositional defiant and conduct disorders.
(862) 278-9253 View (862) 278-9253
Photo of Saul Villar, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Saul Villar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
I utilizes a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Counseling, and Structural Family Therapy.
I am a licensed social worker with over 15 years of experience in the field, including 5 years focused on clinical counseling. I hold a degree from Rutgers University School of Social Work and I specialize in working with adults (18+), and couples. I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression, or who are looking to explore and manage topics like trauma, anger management, career issues, academic challenges, family stressors, or relationships and dating. I work to create a supportive, welcoming environment for us to explore your goals and collaboratively help you achieve better life outcomes.
I utilizes a variety of evidence-based therapeutic modalities including Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Counseling, and Structural Family Therapy.
I am a licensed social worker with over 15 years of experience in the field, including 5 years focused on clinical counseling. I hold a degree from Rutgers University School of Social Work and I specialize in working with adults (18+), and couples. I work with clients who are experiencing anxiety and depression, or who are looking to explore and manage topics like trauma, anger management, career issues, academic challenges, family stressors, or relationships and dating. I work to create a supportive, welcoming environment for us to explore your goals and collaboratively help you achieve better life outcomes.
(609) 745-1031 View (609) 745-1031
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Dr. Ray Anthony Fearon
Licensed Professional Counselor, Psy D
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Holly, NJ 08060  (Online Only)
I know it is hard to reach out and seek professional help. It's confusing and frustrating. I want to make it as easy as possible to help you to heal. In treatment, my goal is to challenge you. Challenge you to think differently, behave differently, live differently, or create the life you want to live. Whether this is overcoming anxiety, substance issues, trauma, burnout, or navigating reaching your personal goals.
I know it is hard to reach out and seek professional help. It's confusing and frustrating. I want to make it as easy as possible to help you to heal. In treatment, my goal is to challenge you. Challenge you to think differently, behave differently, live differently, or create the life you want to live. Whether this is overcoming anxiety, substance issues, trauma, burnout, or navigating reaching your personal goals.
(609) 793-8821 View (609) 793-8821
Photo of Alan Lerner, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Alan Lerner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Englewood, NJ 07631
Hope. Healing. Understanding. You deserve to live a fulfilling life with healthy relationships and satisfying life choices. I look forward to helping you along that journey. It is natural and common to be "blocked" or "stuck" as one travels through life's challenges. It is normal to feel sad, frustrated, confused... to feel like no one understands what you are going through, even a partner or your family members. I am an experienced clinician who has successfully helped many individuals, couples and families understand the barriers to meeting their needs and identify the ways and means to move forward.
Hope. Healing. Understanding. You deserve to live a fulfilling life with healthy relationships and satisfying life choices. I look forward to helping you along that journey. It is natural and common to be "blocked" or "stuck" as one travels through life's challenges. It is normal to feel sad, frustrated, confused... to feel like no one understands what you are going through, even a partner or your family members. I am an experienced clinician who has successfully helped many individuals, couples and families understand the barriers to meeting their needs and identify the ways and means to move forward.
(201) 292-0566 View (201) 292-0566
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Michael A Michnya
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Somers Point, NJ 08244
I specialize in building relationships: helping parents get more cooperation and compliance from their children with less energy; helping couples beat the odds to stay happily married; and helping all types of artists connect to their creativity. My clients appreciate creativity and honest communication, value our relationship and time together and are hopeful about the future. They understand that true and lasting change comes from within and is the result of patience and concentrated effort - both in and between sessions. The process encourages clients to tell me what is and isn't working in our sessions.
I specialize in building relationships: helping parents get more cooperation and compliance from their children with less energy; helping couples beat the odds to stay happily married; and helping all types of artists connect to their creativity. My clients appreciate creativity and honest communication, value our relationship and time together and are hopeful about the future. They understand that true and lasting change comes from within and is the result of patience and concentrated effort - both in and between sessions. The process encourages clients to tell me what is and isn't working in our sessions.
(609) 601-4173 View (609) 601-4173
Photo of Musa Ahmad, LCSW, LCADC, CCS, CCTP-II, C-DBT, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Musa Ahmad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS, CCTP-II, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newark, NJ 07102
I work with clients who have histories of trauma varying in severity. This can look like trouble with regulating and making sense of emotions. In terms of diagnoses, I often work with clients with PTSD, depression, anxiety, manic episodes, and dissociation. My clients want to regain their sense of agency. My clients become more aware of the connection between current behavioral tendencies and pivotal events from their past. My clients become comfortable feeling uncomfortable exploring issues and experiencing the emotions that arise. My ideal clients understand that progress is dependent on dedication and consistency. Very possible.
I work with clients who have histories of trauma varying in severity. This can look like trouble with regulating and making sense of emotions. In terms of diagnoses, I often work with clients with PTSD, depression, anxiety, manic episodes, and dissociation. My clients want to regain their sense of agency. My clients become more aware of the connection between current behavioral tendencies and pivotal events from their past. My clients become comfortable feeling uncomfortable exploring issues and experiencing the emotions that arise. My ideal clients understand that progress is dependent on dedication and consistency. Very possible.
(862) 701-4394 View (862) 701-4394
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Sean C Travis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Paths Counseling is accepting patients and is incorporating a hybrid model, with options for in-person or virtual. Does worry permeate your thoughts? Do you find that stress supersedes your happiness? In an ever-changing world of fast paced expectations, finding inner peace can be fleeting or even seemingly impossible to experience. You are not alone. Life is complicated, and charting these paths can be confusing and frustrating. At New Paths Counseling, our belief is that peace in life can be restored and that we can be a trusting and secure confidant to assist you in shining light back into the windows of your life and beyond.
New Paths Counseling is accepting patients and is incorporating a hybrid model, with options for in-person or virtual. Does worry permeate your thoughts? Do you find that stress supersedes your happiness? In an ever-changing world of fast paced expectations, finding inner peace can be fleeting or even seemingly impossible to experience. You are not alone. Life is complicated, and charting these paths can be confusing and frustrating. At New Paths Counseling, our belief is that peace in life can be restored and that we can be a trusting and secure confidant to assist you in shining light back into the windows of your life and beyond.
(609) 375-1621 View (609) 375-1621
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Daniel C. Linehan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
In my 19 years as a therapist, I have worked with a range of clients, such as co-dependency, anger, OCD, phobias, panic disorders, and PTSD & trauma with individuals, couples, and families, and I have learned every client is vastly different. One thing that is the same is that the goal for the client is always moving towards living kind of the life they want to live. What that looks like is different for everyone because we all have our own set of values. But the stronger our values, the harder it can be to accept ourselves and others in the world. I help clients find that balance for themselves!
In my 19 years as a therapist, I have worked with a range of clients, such as co-dependency, anger, OCD, phobias, panic disorders, and PTSD & trauma with individuals, couples, and families, and I have learned every client is vastly different. One thing that is the same is that the goal for the client is always moving towards living kind of the life they want to live. What that looks like is different for everyone because we all have our own set of values. But the stronger our values, the harder it can be to accept ourselves and others in the world. I help clients find that balance for themselves!
(973) 577-6845 View (973) 577-6845
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James Wadley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534  (Online Only)
Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and together come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.
Do you have trust issues in your relationship? Are you afraid to be honest with your partner or tired of trying to be someone you're not? Neither you or your partner are really talking about your hurt or resentments over pornography and infidelity. You've tried over and over again and the current situation isn't working for you and/or your relationship. Contact me and we will talk about how you feel about your challenges and together come up with a behavioral and emotional strategy for you to move forward! By the end of our FIRST session, you will be given therapeutic goals that you and I will work on.
(609) 913-3360 View (609) 913-3360
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Ron Wasser
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
It is not easy being a parent, partner, earner or individual in the fast paced, competitive world of northern NJ and NYC. We can feel anxious, depressed, uncertain or lost in how we think and feel about ourselves, our relationships, our families, and our professional lives. We can want to make healthy and effective changes, but sometimes that can be hard to do alone and we need a trusted other that has the expertise to help us untie the knots we are caught in. Many of my clients are successful, but struggle with certain issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting, and professional life challenges.
It is not easy being a parent, partner, earner or individual in the fast paced, competitive world of northern NJ and NYC. We can feel anxious, depressed, uncertain or lost in how we think and feel about ourselves, our relationships, our families, and our professional lives. We can want to make healthy and effective changes, but sometimes that can be hard to do alone and we need a trusted other that has the expertise to help us untie the knots we are caught in. Many of my clients are successful, but struggle with certain issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, parenting, and professional life challenges.
(973) 792-8113 View (973) 792-8113
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Dr. Brady McDaniels
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, LMFT
Verified Verified
Brick, NJ 08724
Licensed in Texas, NJ, PA -My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, narrative therapy, existential, and psycho-dynamic. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you to thrive now!
Licensed in Texas, NJ, PA -My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, narrative therapy, existential, and psycho-dynamic. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you to thrive now!
(609) 881-1767 View (609) 881-1767
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Cognitive Change
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Florham Park, NJ 07932
Cognitive Change has been providing excellent service to each individual, couple, and family for over 12 years through the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for all ages. Our clients include all cultural, racial, gender, and economic backgrounds. All our therapists are either certified in CBT, TEAM-CBT, or DBT and are supervised by a certified CBT therapist. We work with co-dependency, anger, OCD, phobias, panic disorders, PTSD & trauma. Our goal with all clients is to learn how to move toward the life the client wants to live while accepting themselves and the world around them.
Cognitive Change has been providing excellent service to each individual, couple, and family for over 12 years through the use of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for all ages. Our clients include all cultural, racial, gender, and economic backgrounds. All our therapists are either certified in CBT, TEAM-CBT, or DBT and are supervised by a certified CBT therapist. We work with co-dependency, anger, OCD, phobias, panic disorders, PTSD & trauma. Our goal with all clients is to learn how to move toward the life the client wants to live while accepting themselves and the world around them.
(862) 289-7894 View (862) 289-7894
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Prof. Drew K Losak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, C-PsyA, R
Verified Verified
I am an experienced Certified Psychoanalyst with over 30 years of providing attentive skilled therapeutic services. Additionally, I am a License Clinical Social Worker. I help people with relationship, academic, career, and emotional issues. We will work together to help you break free of depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss. As a seasoned and a well-trained educator and therapist, I help children, adolescents, adults, and families thrive. I additionally teach, supervise and train psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, social workers, psychologists, counselors, and other helping professionals.
I am an experienced Certified Psychoanalyst with over 30 years of providing attentive skilled therapeutic services. Additionally, I am a License Clinical Social Worker. I help people with relationship, academic, career, and emotional issues. We will work together to help you break free of depression, anxiety, trauma, and loss. As a seasoned and a well-trained educator and therapist, I help children, adolescents, adults, and families thrive. I additionally teach, supervise and train psychiatrists, psychoanalysts, social workers, psychologists, counselors, and other helping professionals.
(201) 350-1240 View (201) 350-1240
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Healthy Expressions
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
Paramus, NJ 07652  (Online Only)
Relationships & marriage are in trouble today. Couples don't know how to work through their relationships or marriages. They just think that romance & love will help them through their issues. This is a trap. Many couples don't realize that it takes hard work in making a relationship or marriage to work.
Relationships & marriage are in trouble today. Couples don't know how to work through their relationships or marriages. They just think that romance & love will help them through their issues. This is a trap. Many couples don't realize that it takes hard work in making a relationship or marriage to work.
(551) 272-8676 View (551) 272-8676
Online Therapists

Is online therapy as effective as in-person?

Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?

One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.

Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?

Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.

Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?

The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.