Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT) Therapists in Bridgewater, NJ

I believe that the journey to healing must come from within and that I am simply a guide along the way. I create a safe space for you by providing a non-judgmental and compassionate environment to explore your thoughts and feelings, and work towards creating a positive change in your life. My approach is eclectic, meaning that I draw from a range of therapeutic techniques to help you achieve your goals and create healthy ways of coping. I am passionate about using dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). In my free time, I enjoy reading, powerlifting, and playing video games with friends. I hope that I can be your trusted guide.

Please click the link to my website to learn more about my practice. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming environment where I will strive to help you reduce your struggles and meet your challenges, whatever they are. I will guide you and journey with you as you seek enduring happiness and greater satisfaction in your work, in your home, in your relationships, and in other areas of your life. Whatever you want to discuss is okay, I will not judge you. My intention is to help you lessen your suffering, improve your perspective, have more satisfying relationships, and feel less distress ... more joy.

I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Centenary University and my Master’s degree in Teaching Special Education from New Jersey City University and my Bachelor’s degree from Gettysburg College.

Do you feel unable to "get over" your past, haunted by the feelings and memories of what you have experienced? Or perhaps you feel overwhelmed by current life circumstances and are unsure how to manage it all. If so, know that you are not alone, your symptoms are treatable, and help is available. Telehealth (video/phone) sessions are available to FL and NJ residents, making therapy accessible in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

Everyone experiences ups and downs in life and sometimes it is difficult navigating life's twists and turns. As a licensed counselor, I have experience working with teens and adults of all ages as well as couples at different stages in their relationship. Whether you are a teen experiencing teenage issues such as bullying, peer pressure, social media addiction or an adult dealing with family crisis or life changes, Brown's Counseling and Consulting can provide the counseling and individualized support necessary to handle these challenges. Building an alliance and a relationship is foundational to therapy.

My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.

Our team of professionals includes psychotherapists and neuropsychologists. Our team of therapists focus on providing cognitive behavior therapy, which is an approach that helps clients to identify unhealthy ways of thinking so that they can learn to change those patterns and develop healthier coping skills. We have clinicians that focus on supporting the emotional needs of children as well as those who work with adults. Our neuropsychological services assess for learning differences which may result from a range of challenges, including but not limited to ADHD, brain injuries, learning disabilities, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

I am available to supervise an LAC. Please connect with me on beginning the journey towards your LPC!- I specialize in working with individuals who find that anxiety and depression are interfering with their quality of life. I also work with individuals who are experiencing issues with ADHD, communication inconsistencies, family and relationship dynamics, confidence/body image/self esteem. I am a hands on therapist as I like to end sessions with strategies and ideas to foster growth and confidence in what you’re working towards.

I have experience working in Community-Based, Outpatient, and hospital mental health settings as a licensed professional counselor. I am currently at Eastern University for a Doctor of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy studies for a further degree. I have a passion for working with teens, adults, and older adults to assist them in developing and finding healthy coping skills when dealing with stressors, including life transitions. My areas of expertise and special interest include depression, anxiety, coping skills, interpersonal conflict, racial identity, and stress management.

Far too often we are weighed down by heavy emotions; intrusive thoughts and conditioned patterns. Through my varied experience I have been able to witness firsthand--that even in the most dire circumstances positive change is possible. My philosophy is to provide you with patience; positivity and pragmatism while varying the therapeutic approach to fit your current needs. To foster motivation and facilitate insight, I utilize a combination of strength-based techniques. I also believe in the significance of incorporating your interests and creativity (e.g. art, music, theatre and humor) into sessions.

When life is painful and overwhelming, I will listen. If you are struggling with addictions, I can help. When your relationship feels broken, I will give you tools. And if your self-esteem is hurting, I can provide skills to grow. Often childhood or adult trauma challenges your beliefs and you struggle with depression or anxiety. I practice Holistic methods focusing on Emotions, Belief Systems, Relationships, Health and Spirituality. Counseling is safe and confidential for women, men, couples and adolescents who are dealing with addictions, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, grief, anger, incest, infidelity, women's issues, and PTSD.

Stephanie has worked with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety,stress, depression, low self-esteem, and life transition. Stephanie also has experience working with co-occurring disorders in both Outpatient and Residential settings.

As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said: “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” I believe that every individual has within themselves the resources they need to take actions towards creating the changes that will align with their values and purpose. Being a bicultural individual, I am able to see things from two different perspectives, which helps me remain open and adaptable to various personal values and ways of life. I pride myself on my ability to create a space where you would feel comfortable and understood to express your concerns and emotions freely.

I am a psychologist in practice for 30 years.I have a diverse clinical practice working with adults, adolescents, couples and families.I am an experienced psychotherapist with expertise in psychodynamic, cognitive, gestalt, existential approaches. This allows me to tailor my counseling to the specific needs of each person. I was trained to treat TMS by world renowned Dr. John Sarno and Dr. Arlene Feinblatt at NYU Medical Center/The Rusk Institute for Rehabilitation Medicine. I counsel people with anxiety, psychophysical pain/TMS, depression, stress and trauma. I help with discovering or re-discovering their inner needs and with bringing those needs to fruition.