Adoption Therapists in Freehold, NJ
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Denise Lauria Venitelli, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
adoption
-related issues, grief, trauma, loss, attachment and abandonment.
COVID-PANDEMIC-TELETHERAPY: Today these words are all to familiar and may make us feel as if we don't have options. I AM HERE TO ASSIST YOU with integrating a new approach to your life and manifesting exciting opportunities using an integrative and multi-dimensional, eclectic approach focusing on traditional and holistic modalities. I assist clients by guiding them to listen to their inner wisdom as part of the healing process to empower themselves and transform their lives, Assist clients in building stronger levels of communication, deepening levels of attachments, developing healthy, loving, genuine and authentic relationships.

Jody Weiner Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, DCSW, BCD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I enjoy helping people to change, to improve their lives, and to achieve their goals that we set out to work on together in therapy. I provide Individual, Couple, Family therapy, treating children and adults. I enjoy the diversity of my practice. I am the type of therapist that interacts in the session: feedback, questions, homework... I have specialized experience in the treatment of: Anxiety Disorder; Grief and Loss; Depression; Attention Deficit Disorder in children and adults; Asperger's Syndrome; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; Binge/Compulsive Eating; Marriage Counseling; Divorce/ Remarried Family Counseling; Infertility and
Adoption
Counseling; Postpartum Depression; School Related Problems; Stress Management.

Exceptional Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PAT
Verified
Verified
We know how difficult and stressful life can be. Our staff is committed in helping you reach your goals which will lead to a more fulfilling and happier life. At exceptional wellness we are dedicated to making our clients feel that they are of top priority. We work with children, adolescents, College students, adults, couples and families on identifying and fulfilling their goals. Reaching out and asking for assistance is the first courageous step in your journey. If you are ready to take that step please contact us. We look forward to meeting you!

Amie Berlinski LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdM
Verified
Verified
For many people starting counseling can be a scary and intimidating task. My hope is to help ease you into finding ways to explore and enhance your own abilities and experiences, as well as uncover the obstacles or fears that can hold us back from uncovering our strengths and inner resources to managing life stressors and challenges. During our time together we will work to explore the strengths that help you thrive in your day-to-day experience. I use a holistic psychosomatic approach and hope to target areas to support and incorporate new strategies to improve overall health.

Carol M Fahad-Lenzo
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you tired, stressed, overwhelmed? I can help. I specialize in anxiety and depression issues,as well as addictions.When you decide to make the change to a more satisfying life, I can help. I have over twenty years experience and work with individuals and couples. Call or e-mail me for an appointment. The initial consultation is free,and I can help you be the person you want to be. In person or virtual appointments are available.

Angela Nasca Toto, Ph.D., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LLC
Verified
Verified
My name is Angela Nasca Toto and I have been a practicing psychologist for 20+ years. I have a thriving practice and recently expanded in order to help more people. Please follow the link below to be directed to my website and to learn more about my approach. Be sure to take a look at our team page to meet our group of skilled professionals. Also starting Fall 2018, we will be running some new groups so be sure to check out our group page as well!

Qualiyah Arrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Have you lost your voice due to the stress of life? Do you feel unheard by the people that are dearest to you? Have you felt like your emotions are all over the place and not understanding why? You are at a point in your life where you no longer want to be controlled by your emotions and long for a sense of peace. I can help you work through all of these emotions and more.

Diane Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My proven ability to counsel adults of all ages, young adults and children enables me to work effectively with individual clients, each who have unique requirements and personal challenges. I am experienced in addressing multiple aspects of mental health issues to include PTSD, Major Depression Disorder and Adult and Children Trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, substance abuse and LGBTQIA+ issues and identity. I expertly employ proven methods for successful behavior modification.

Sandra Von Der Fecht
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am genuine, straight forward and compassionate in my approach to treating children, adolescents,adults and families.

Daniel Chabarek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAP
Verified
Verified
Do you suffer from a Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse Problem (drug and/or alcohol) Experience working with all ages and populations. Providing Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy. I am also SAP certified (Substance Abuse Professional). My approaches and therapy is designed to be a short-term utilizing a variety of concrete techniques that help achieve your goals and are tailored towards you. Progress is a step by step process, but the ultimate goal is to help you resolve difficulties as quickly as possible. Contact me to help you learn the past, live the present, and dream the future.

Institute for Personal Growth-Freehold Office
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Here at IPG, we know it's the connection between therapist and client that is most important. We have around 30 therapists through 3 offices in Freehold, Highland Park, and Jersey City. Since 1983 we've combined compassionate care with high-level expertise. We provide individual, family, child, and relationship counseling for problems ranging from depression to life transitions to marital strife. We also have a large group of certified sex therapists, a special focus on the LGBTQ community, services for transgender youth, therapy for those involved in BDSM and/or consensual non-monogamy, and a group for sex and pornography addicts.
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Moshe Bleich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Life is full of challenges and has its share of ups and downs. Often, life takes us to unexpected places and we are challenged in figuring out what are our next steps should be. The unpredictability of life can leave us overwhelmed, anxious, trigger our obsessive thoughts and even lead us to question the meaning of life and what our role and purpose in life is.

Linda P. Lotano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Choosing to begin therapy for yourself or seeking support for a loved one is a brave and meaningful step towards achieving both short and long term goals. I look forward to being a part of your journey towards healing, personal growth, enhancing strengths, and manifesting the future you deserve!

Leigh Goldman, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
I am a LCSW with 20+ years of experience, which has allowed me the privilege of providing services to adolescents and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and coping skills. I strongly believe in finding the strengths within you, as to help in the process of change. My goal is to develop a therapeutic relationship in which you can have a safe place to work through meaningful solution oriented changes. My clients have benefited from various treatment approaches that are individualized to your needs. I look forward to the opportunity to help through your personal journey of change.

Andrea Lynn Sollitto
Psychologist
Verified
Verified
I received my Doctorate in Counseling Psychology from Boston University in 1977. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the State of New Jersey. I was an assistant professor of Psychology at Boston University. I have been in private practice treating children, adults and families for over 30 years. Currently I work with young adults, adults and seniors.

Jennifer Moss
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
In life, we are often confronted with numerous challenges such as the struggle to find balance in one’s life, the death or illness of a loved one or how to manage a major life transition. And current stressors could include the way to navigate the environment that the pandemic has created as well as the racial and political climate. As a clinical psychologist, I strive to assist you in working through the concerns that you present by building a strong rapport and working collaboratively. Essentially, my role is to help you define your goals and provide a supportive environment where you can achieve them!

Beth L McGinley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello! I am the founder of Positive Healing and Trauma Services. You have made the first step in a journey of self-discovery and healing! Specializing in treating personal mental health challenges and past trauma, we provide for safe experiences for our patients to learn how to made . We provide help in dealing with stress and trauma which affect physical and mental functioning. Through our work together, we learn to process uncomfortable emotions and problem behaviors or thoughts guiding our patients to learn effective grounding techniques to combat problematic moments. Healthy growth is a goal that we can work toward together.

Institute for Personal Growth -LGBTQ
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
IPG PAVED THE WAY for other gay affirmative therapists - we started in 1983 specifically to provide therapy to the gay and lesbian community, back when most practitioners thought it was a mental illness. We're still trailblazers: we work with transgender people, bisexuals/pansexuals, kinky people, couples who practice consensual nonmonogamy, and others who make up the "Q" in LGBTQ. You may not want therapy BECAUSE you are gay, but you definitely want a therapist who is not only affirming but knowledgeable. We understand the special issues of LGBTQ individuals, couples, and families, and we provide sex therapy as well.

Accredited Hypnosis Counseling
PhD, DCH
Specialties: Stop Smoking, Weight Loss (Gastric Band Hypnotherapy), Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Phobias, Educational Enhancements, Sports Enhancements, Career Motivation, Hypnotherapy Life Coaching, Behavior/Anger Management, Relationship Therapy, Grief & Bereavement Therapy, Sexual Dysfunctions, Hypnotherapy for Children, Immune System Enhancements, Self Confidence/Self Esteem, Finding Lost Objects. Alcohol & Drug Addiction, Medical Hypnosis. Dr. Jaime Feldman is one of the Top Hypnotherapists in the country. He has been on the Montel Williams show 4 times. Dr. Feldman teaches some of the most revolutionary techniques in Hypnotherapy, including speaking to the sub-personalities that cause a specific problem.

Rosalind Pagliano
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are you troubled & stressed in a relationship, but don't know how to change things? Do you say "yes" when you want to say "no"? Are you covering up your pain with destructive behaviors? Do you judge yourself harshly & feel you are just never 'good enough'? Negative thoughts, anxiety & low self esteem can be an enormous burden, making it a crushing chore to just get through your day. They effect your relationships, your ability to work and can lead to substance abuse, over eating and other behaviors that can pull you in to a downward spiral that is hard to break free from.
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Adoption Therapists
Does my adopted child need therapy?
Not every adopted child needs therapy. However, many can benefit from seeing an adoption-informed therapist, especially if they were victims of abuse or neglect, appear withdrawn or disconnected, have behavioral or developmental issues (which may or may not be related to their adoption), are struggling with feelings of grief or loss surrounding their birth parents, or find it difficult to establish an identity, a challenge that often becomes most apparent during adolescence.
When should adoptive parents seek therapy?
Prospective parents can benefit from therapy even before an adoption—for example, to voice worries and fears; to reconcile infertility struggles, if relevant; or simply to prepare themselves for parenthood. After the adoption, parents who are struggling to bond with their child; are unsure how to talk about adoption or related issues, such as race; or whose child is dealing with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric concerns can address these and other issues with the help of an adoption-competent therapist.
Is family therapy appropriate for adoptive families?
Family therapy can be invaluable for strengthening the bond between adoptive parents and children, helping the latter feel more secure in their place in the family. Family therapy can also help adoptive families navigate complex communication issues—for example, parents who feel uncomfortable discussing race with their child, who in turn feels invalidated by their silence, or a child who has questions about his birth parents but avoids asking them out of fear of hurting his adoptive parents’ feelings.
What therapy is not appropriate for adoption issues?
A discredited therapy known as “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy” or “rebirthing therapy”) should not be used to treat adopted and foster children, though it was largely designed for this population. Attachment therapy involves restraining, coercing, and punishing the child in order for them to “release” negative emotions and attach to their new caregivers—techniques that are abusive and dangerous and have even proven fatal in some cases.