Teletherapy for Lincroft, NJ

I have found that many individuals find it difficult to manage life's demands. This can manifest into depression, anxiety etc., which leads to feeling out of balance. At Ascending Lotus Counseling, LLC, I strive to collaborate with clients and assist them with reaching their goals and managing symptoms. I believe in an existential approach in which discovering your life's meaning, is at the heart of mental wellness.

I see adolescents and adults who suffer with various issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, relationship problems, as well as substance abuse and addiction. I believe in the good nature of most people and the need to grow and learn from our life experiences. At times in our life, it becomes important to stop and recognize our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that can interfere with who we want to be and hope to become. In my practice, I utilize an array of treatment modalities that will help you to make better decisions for yourself, your partner and/or your family.

Accepting NEW Clients for individual therapy through insurance and private pay! Some consider putting others needs before your own needs a weakness but I consider this a strength. My ideal client is someone willing to put themselves first even if they may not understand how to at the moment. Deciding to seek therapy can feel scary and uncertain. Together we can provide a safe space where you will feel supported and encouraged. With so much uncertainty in the world I am here to listen. Whether you are returning to therapy or beginning for the first time, together we can identify what is holding you back and how to overcome it.

With the proper support and guidance, therapy helps you cultivate your strengths, regain control, learn ways to overcome challenges, enrich your life, and take steps toward a more fulfilling future. My broad experience as a therapist enables me to offer you professional help for your specific struggles. My specialty areas include self-esteem, self-image, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, developmental and social difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief/loss.

Need a break from your cycle and a blank slate to start? My passion in working with individuals includes identifying the first step that begins a new normal. My goal is to create that safe space for you to begin this journey.

Agnes Raczynski is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from Seton Hall University with a Master's of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Agnes believes in a collaborative and supportive approach to therapy, offering a safe and comfortable space for her clients to share their experiences and emotions. Therapeutic approaches include Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems. Her main areas of focus are anxiety, depression, and couple's counseling.

Jennifer Kelly, LPC, is a dedicated licensed clinician whose professional journey has been guided by a deep commitment to holistic wellness. With a profound belief in the interconnectedness of our mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual aspects, Jennifer has devoted her career to understanding and treating individuals as complete beings. She applies this whole person approach to therapy and her practice reflects a comprehensive understanding of the human experience. She has years of experience working with teens and adults with a specialty in treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, grief and relationships.

When faced with one of life’s many obstacles, an important step is to reach out for support. I have no doubt you have strengths. Through our therapeutic relationship, we will work together to capitalize on those strengths and develop a healthier sense of self. My goal as your therapist is to help you navigate challenging transitions in the most productive way possible. We will work toward improving your quality of life. Please consider visiting my website to learn more about how we may work together.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been counseling adolescents, and adults since 2000. I have worked with insurance companies in the past advocating for time for those in need of coverage to obtain the treatment in need. I have worked with adults who have been persistently chronically mental ill. I have worked for a large healthcare facility in Monmouth County, and had previously worked for a large, nonprofit organization in Pittsburgh, PA in crisis and crisis diversion; Currently, I work with first responders and veterans. I believe in being supportive and available for those who work with me.

Negative and anxious feelings can be transformed. If self-defeating behaviors, anxious feelings, dysfunctional relationships, or feelings of hopelessness are continually causing you pain, we can help you. You can heal and begin to live with a sense of fulfillment. With psychotherapy, you can begin your journey to personal transformation. You can develop tools to decrease your suffering, increase your confidence, and shift your consciousness. If you are ready to rise higher, let's start the conversation. Your best self is waiting.

Educational Background: I earned my Bachelors of Arts degree in Psychology from St. John's University. I went on to pursue a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University. Currently, I am licensed as a Professional Counselor. Theoretical Approach: Realizing you need help can be frightening. Choosing to engage in therapy can be intimidating. Therefore, finding a suitable therapist for your needs is necessary as you begin your journey towards self-discovery. With these aspects in mind, I strive to create a setting in which the client feels the upmost support, acceptance, and understanding.

I graduated with a Bachelor's degree in American Studies from Rutgers University and earned a Master's degree in Counseling from Regis University in Colorado. While obtaining my Master's degree, I also completed a two-year training in Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy. Hakomi uses the body as an access point to discover unconscious patterns and core beliefs. It has the potential to create long-lasting healing and deeply informs my work. I had the privilege of providing bereavement counseling to hospice clients during my internship in graduate school and also facilitated a support group for individuals struggling with eating disorders.

Brianna Pardo is a National Certified Counselor and licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor. Brianna received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Seton Hall University. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Rhode Island. Brianna acquired a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certificate and a Children's Yoga Teacher Training Certificate. Brianna believes that the quality of the counseling relationship is the most important factor in creating positive personal change in one's life.

Dr. Taylor DiGravina is a clinical neuropsychologist in New Jersey specializing in comprehensive evaluations for individuals across the lifespan with a wide range of cognitive, developmental, social, and emotional issues. Dr. DiGravina graduated Summa Cum Laude from The University of Pennsylvania with a B.A. in Psychology, and she received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology at Widener University. Dr. DiGravina is distinctive in her whole person approach to assessment.

Laura DiMartino is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2023. She has a Master's in Science from Monmouth University. Laura can help a client by showing them effective coping skills and teaching them effective ways to communicate their emotions. Outside of work, Laura enjoys gardening, painting, playing video games, and spending time with her cat, Ben.

Maria Kodopidis is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. She holds a Master of Arts majoring in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health from Kean University. Maria utilizes a person-centered approach to mental health. She believes in tailoring treatment to each individual's unique needs and draws from a range of therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Sandtray Therapy. Maria helps individuals develop coping strategies and resilience to manage symptoms effectively and provides trauma-focused therapy to support healing and recovery.

Experience: During my lifetime, I have always had a very deeply invested interest in the psychology of the mind and how we, as people, develop emotionally, mentally and how that all connects to our physicality. This in turn had been applied to my undergraduate career by integrating that research into my work. I believed by delivering evidence-based and clinically-informed information to people about how interaction in all environments is fueled I could help more people feel heard, understood and empowered. This is where, at the end of my undergraduate career, I found myself diving deeper into the Psychological Profession.

Tjurra Roberts is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Social Science from Ashford University and completed her Master of Science in Counseling from Monmouth University. Tjurra believes that individuals can be the architect of their own lives. As a result, she chooses to work from an empathic person-centered perspective. Her primary focus is on the individual client and their unique needs, goals, and aspirations.