Child Therapists in Manalapan, NJ
Sean Mangan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
My specialties include couples, child, teen, and family therapy.
Are you and your partner struggling to have the relationship you have always wanted? Or maybe you are trying to get back to a better time and reconnect. Is your family arguing, disconnected and are you feeling like it's groundhogs day? Or maybe your child/teen is going through some difficult times and you don't know what to do, but you do know that you need to help them. If you are seeking connection, happiness, and peace in your life because you don't want to continue to live this way I can help. You can have meaningful relationships and joy. Your child can feel better. Life can be different.
My specialties include couples, child, teen, and family therapy.
Are you and your partner struggling to have the relationship you have always wanted? Or maybe you are trying to get back to a better time and reconnect. Is your family arguing, disconnected and are you feeling like it's groundhogs day? Or maybe your child/teen is going through some difficult times and you don't know what to do, but you do know that you need to help them. If you are seeking connection, happiness, and peace in your life because you don't want to continue to live this way I can help. You can have meaningful relationships and joy. Your child can feel better. Life can be different.
Dr. Suzette Sularski
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Anxiety and stress are normal feelings that everyone has to signal that something is wrong. Children may express these feelings by having behavior challenges or isolating. Adults and teens may express these feeling differently. We use research-based interventions and solutions to build confidence, help with fitting in, and address school issues. If you allow us, we will expertly guide you or your child toward looking at things from a new perspective. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your family, we invite you to work with us to develop the ability to deal with strong feelings.
Anxiety and stress are normal feelings that everyone has to signal that something is wrong. Children may express these feelings by having behavior challenges or isolating. Adults and teens may express these feeling differently. We use research-based interventions and solutions to build confidence, help with fitting in, and address school issues. If you allow us, we will expertly guide you or your child toward looking at things from a new perspective. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or your family, we invite you to work with us to develop the ability to deal with strong feelings.
Amanda Levitt
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Whether you are looking for counseling for you or your child, reaching out and making an appointment can be a daunting experience.
Have you been looking for ways to handle change, loss, or the unknowns of life? Being human means experiencing a wide range of emotions and finding a balance. It takes a lot of courage to reach out and connect with a therapist and I am here to support you and meet you where you are at! I work with children, teens, and adults mainly experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and adjustment issues. I love to bring creativity into the therapeutic setting utilizing art, play, and ecotherapy along with creating a safe atmosphere for clients to fully express themselves and work towards healing.
Whether you are looking for counseling for you or your child, reaching out and making an appointment can be a daunting experience.
Have you been looking for ways to handle change, loss, or the unknowns of life? Being human means experiencing a wide range of emotions and finding a balance. It takes a lot of courage to reach out and connect with a therapist and I am here to support you and meet you where you are at! I work with children, teens, and adults mainly experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and adjustment issues. I love to bring creativity into the therapeutic setting utilizing art, play, and ecotherapy along with creating a safe atmosphere for clients to fully express themselves and work towards healing.
Social Skills Groups and Counseling for Kids
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Social Skills Groups and Counseling for Kids is a private counseling center where Sandra Singer, PhD and Claudia Weiss, LCSW provide group and individual services for children ages 4-13. As licensed therapists who developed a comprehensive school based counseling program, we bring a wealth of experience in child development, behavioral disorders and group work to the private setting. We believe that children learn best when actively engaged in fun and creative activities.
Social Skills Groups and Counseling for Kids is a private counseling center where Sandra Singer, PhD and Claudia Weiss, LCSW provide group and individual services for children ages 4-13. As licensed therapists who developed a comprehensive school based counseling program, we bring a wealth of experience in child development, behavioral disorders and group work to the private setting. We believe that children learn best when actively engaged in fun and creative activities.
Nikki LaLima
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726 (Online Only)
Welcome to my practice! I'm Nikki, a compassionate therapist licensed in clinical social work, dedicated to guiding individuals and families toward holistic wellness. I specialize in providing evidence-based psychotherapy with a modern twist, ensuring that our time together is not only effective but also enjoyable. While my focus is on working with families and children, I warmly welcome individuals of all ages seeking support and growth. With a background as a certified school social worker, I bring a playful energy and understanding of the unique challenges faced by young minds.
Welcome to my practice! I'm Nikki, a compassionate therapist licensed in clinical social work, dedicated to guiding individuals and families toward holistic wellness. I specialize in providing evidence-based psychotherapy with a modern twist, ensuring that our time together is not only effective but also enjoyable. While my focus is on working with families and children, I warmly welcome individuals of all ages seeking support and growth. With a background as a certified school social worker, I bring a playful energy and understanding of the unique challenges faced by young minds.
Paint the Stars Art Therapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, NCC, ATR-BC, LPAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
As dedicated therapists, our top priority is to help you not only achieve greatness but to believe in that greatness as well. Have you tried other counseling options but none have helped? Paint The Stars Art Therapy offers a wide variety of creative outlets to be used alongside traditional psychotherapy in order to help children, teen and adults cope with various issues. We specialize in working with children/teens/college students ages 3-22 and adults 23+ in need of alternatives to talk therapy or those who want something more. We are happy to lend an ear and a paintbrush.
As dedicated therapists, our top priority is to help you not only achieve greatness but to believe in that greatness as well. Have you tried other counseling options but none have helped? Paint The Stars Art Therapy offers a wide variety of creative outlets to be used alongside traditional psychotherapy in order to help children, teen and adults cope with various issues. We specialize in working with children/teens/college students ages 3-22 and adults 23+ in need of alternatives to talk therapy or those who want something more. We are happy to lend an ear and a paintbrush.
Exceptional Wellness Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PAT
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
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!
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!
Barbara McKechnie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCAT, RDT, RPT
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Are you feeling stuck in the past or worried about the future? Do you want to figure out what to do in the here and now? Would you like to accomplish your vision to live a joyful and meaningful life? In addition to "talk therapy", I use Creativity in Counseling, action oriented methods of psychodrama and the playfulness and the projective techniques (including sand-tray, role-play, masks and puppets) of Drama Therapy. These techniques have been proven to be effective with all ages, not just children. By using these creative techniques you will be able to explore issues that create obstacles in a safe and affirming environment.
Are you feeling stuck in the past or worried about the future? Do you want to figure out what to do in the here and now? Would you like to accomplish your vision to live a joyful and meaningful life? In addition to "talk therapy", I use Creativity in Counseling, action oriented methods of psychodrama and the playfulness and the projective techniques (including sand-tray, role-play, masks and puppets) of Drama Therapy. These techniques have been proven to be effective with all ages, not just children. By using these creative techniques you will be able to explore issues that create obstacles in a safe and affirming environment.
Allison Rosa
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Have you or your child decided that it is time to seek out help? Let’s face it, going to therapy can be a terrifying decision to make with a lot of uncertainties. Whether it’s family conflict, chronic anxiety/depression, relationship conflicts, overthinking, ADHD, insecure attachment, OCD, or a traumatic experience, you deserve a therapist who provides unconditional acceptance and compassion. One who helps you to figure out why we think, feel, and do what we do. I work with children, adults, couples, and families. I graduated with a specialization in Victim Counseling, and I am also a Certified Trauma Professional.
Have you or your child decided that it is time to seek out help? Let’s face it, going to therapy can be a terrifying decision to make with a lot of uncertainties. Whether it’s family conflict, chronic anxiety/depression, relationship conflicts, overthinking, ADHD, insecure attachment, OCD, or a traumatic experience, you deserve a therapist who provides unconditional acceptance and compassion. One who helps you to figure out why we think, feel, and do what we do. I work with children, adults, couples, and families. I graduated with a specialization in Victim Counseling, and I am also a Certified Trauma Professional.
Children's Art Therapy
Art Therapist, MS, ATR-BC, LCAT, LPAT
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Hi, I am Jodi Goldberg, board certified and licensed Art Therapist, owner and primary Art Therapist of Children’s Art Therapy. I have office locations in Hoboken and Manalapan, NJ, as well as offering telehealth services. During my career as an Art Therapist, I have worked with children and adults in settings such as outpatient hospital units, domestic violence and homeless shelters, schools, nursing homes/rehabilitation facilities, in addition to private practice. At Children’s Art Therapy, I see children ages 3-21 and also offer services to parents, as I believe it is necessary to connect the therapy process to home and school.
Hi, I am Jodi Goldberg, board certified and licensed Art Therapist, owner and primary Art Therapist of Children’s Art Therapy. I have office locations in Hoboken and Manalapan, NJ, as well as offering telehealth services. During my career as an Art Therapist, I have worked with children and adults in settings such as outpatient hospital units, domestic violence and homeless shelters, schools, nursing homes/rehabilitation facilities, in addition to private practice. At Children’s Art Therapy, I see children ages 3-21 and also offer services to parents, as I believe it is necessary to connect the therapy process to home and school.
Rebecca Shack
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Are you experiencing an increase in stress or worry that feels out of your control? Are you struggling to cope with a recent life event? Has your child or teen been exhibiting a change in their mood or behavior? I am here to help you or your child find the tools that work best for you! I do not believe in a one size fits all type of therapy as each individual I work with is unique. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, and anger, among other issues. I hope to create a strong therapeutic relationship with you to help you feel confident in achieving your goals.
Are you experiencing an increase in stress or worry that feels out of your control? Are you struggling to cope with a recent life event? Has your child or teen been exhibiting a change in their mood or behavior? I am here to help you or your child find the tools that work best for you! I do not believe in a one size fits all type of therapy as each individual I work with is unique. I have experience working with children, teens, and adults in the areas of anxiety, depression, trauma, and anger, among other issues. I hope to create a strong therapeutic relationship with you to help you feel confident in achieving your goals.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Supporting and helping struggling children, adolescents, adults, and their families is not just a career choice but a passion for me. Difficulties related to stress, sleep, mood, anxiety, behavior, trauma, socialization, relationships, & education are proactively addressed. You don't need to feel desperate, at your end, hopeless, or helpless. Navigating people through a difficult period toward progress with patience, understanding, compassion, empathy, experience, reassurance, and solutions is my aim. Armed with skills, insight and confidence we will harness your strengths and resiliency to build you toward lasting positive change.
Supporting and helping struggling children, adolescents, adults, and their families is not just a career choice but a passion for me. Difficulties related to stress, sleep, mood, anxiety, behavior, trauma, socialization, relationships, & education are proactively addressed. You don't need to feel desperate, at your end, hopeless, or helpless. Navigating people through a difficult period toward progress with patience, understanding, compassion, empathy, experience, reassurance, and solutions is my aim. Armed with skills, insight and confidence we will harness your strengths and resiliency to build you toward lasting positive change.
Emily S Lowenfels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Also, I work with children and families who are not diagnosed and just need support with social skills or to work through particular challenges.
My ideal client is person who has been experiencing some difficulties understanding and or manipulating through their environment. Perhaps this client needs a group to work overcome shyness and learn to speak up for themselves or perhaps this client misreads social situations. My ideal clients range from 3-35. I service struggling parents/families and teens/young adults/adults in areas of depression, anxiety, and self-care. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, I will be offering teletherapy sessions as an option to any individuals who are having a difficult time adjusting to this ever evolving health crisis.
Also, I work with children and families who are not diagnosed and just need support with social skills or to work through particular challenges.
My ideal client is person who has been experiencing some difficulties understanding and or manipulating through their environment. Perhaps this client needs a group to work overcome shyness and learn to speak up for themselves or perhaps this client misreads social situations. My ideal clients range from 3-35. I service struggling parents/families and teens/young adults/adults in areas of depression, anxiety, and self-care. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, I will be offering teletherapy sessions as an option to any individuals who are having a difficult time adjusting to this ever evolving health crisis.
Jill Berlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Children benefit from these forms of therapies due to the developmentally appropriate way they can express themselves in a safe and nurturing space.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified School Social Worker with a Master's degree from Widener University and additional post graduate training focused on the needs of children. Throughout my career, I have worked with children and their families in group homes, partial care programming, wrap around services, and as a School Social Worker. I take pride in creating a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to explore their experiences.
Children benefit from these forms of therapies due to the developmentally appropriate way they can express themselves in a safe and nurturing space.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Certified School Social Worker with a Master's degree from Widener University and additional post graduate training focused on the needs of children. Throughout my career, I have worked with children and their families in group homes, partial care programming, wrap around services, and as a School Social Worker. I take pride in creating a safe, warm and nurturing environment for clients to explore their experiences.
Jason Suleski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Hi my name is Jason Suleski and I’ve been working in the field of social work for over 25 years. I consider it an important privilege to be able to listen to people and help them on their own personal journey to wellness. I enjoy working with all types of clients and issues. I have spent a great deal of my professional career working with children and families and I consider this to be a specialty area for me.
Hi my name is Jason Suleski and I’ve been working in the field of social work for over 25 years. I consider it an important privilege to be able to listen to people and help them on their own personal journey to wellness. I enjoy working with all types of clients and issues. I have spent a great deal of my professional career working with children and families and I consider this to be a specialty area for me.
Katie Smaldone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
I work with children through adults but primarily specialize in working with teens.
My ideal client is someone who wants to learn to love their true, authentic self. I refer to this as “finding your fire”; I want to empower you to set boundaries in your relationships, to find your inner strength, to establish a strong sense of self-esteem, and to discover what it is in life that brings your heart joy. Working to uncover and connect with your true self can foster positive relationships and success in many areas of life. I feel confidence is the core foundation to working on anxiety, depression, and various other concerns.
I work with children through adults but primarily specialize in working with teens.
My ideal client is someone who wants to learn to love their true, authentic self. I refer to this as “finding your fire”; I want to empower you to set boundaries in your relationships, to find your inner strength, to establish a strong sense of self-esteem, and to discover what it is in life that brings your heart joy. Working to uncover and connect with your true self can foster positive relationships and success in many areas of life. I feel confidence is the core foundation to working on anxiety, depression, and various other concerns.
Allie Edwab Behavior Unlimited
M Ed, BCBA
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Ensuring that each child applies all of the skills taught is our focus.
Our mission at Behavior Unlimited (BU) is to provide the most quality services for children, families, and schools. Spreading the passion for helping others is what means most to us. BU focuses on teaching functional skills so each child can be their best self. Behavior means communication. At BU, we look at the function of the behavior and teach replacement behavior so that all children can be understood. The teaching is done both by working directly with children AND with families and schools. The end goal for every skill taught is independence. All of the teaching is done naturally all while focusing on functional skills.
Ensuring that each child applies all of the skills taught is our focus.
Our mission at Behavior Unlimited (BU) is to provide the most quality services for children, families, and schools. Spreading the passion for helping others is what means most to us. BU focuses on teaching functional skills so each child can be their best self. Behavior means communication. At BU, we look at the function of the behavior and teach replacement behavior so that all children can be understood. The teaching is done both by working directly with children AND with families and schools. The end goal for every skill taught is independence. All of the teaching is done naturally all while focusing on functional skills.
Monika Chomik-Martino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
My goal at Martino Psychotherapy is to provide a safe and supportive enviroment. I have a passion for psychotherapy and this passion shows in our work with others. I have extensive experience in working with teens/children who struggle with anxiety disorders and individuals who struggle with mood disorders. My experience involves working in the partial hospitalization setting. Please contact our practice directly to be matched with a therapist that can serve your individual needs.
My goal at Martino Psychotherapy is to provide a safe and supportive enviroment. I have a passion for psychotherapy and this passion shows in our work with others. I have extensive experience in working with teens/children who struggle with anxiety disorders and individuals who struggle with mood disorders. My experience involves working in the partial hospitalization setting. Please contact our practice directly to be matched with a therapist that can serve your individual needs.
Essential Counseling Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFT, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Manalapan, NJ 07726
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and individuals struggling with anxiety and depression.
NOW OFFERING VIDEO COUNSELING SESSIONS. Are you feeling the impact of stress, depression, and/or anxiety? Do you have relationship issues or problems stemming from miscommunication? Have you ever felt that you and your partner were speaking different languages or maybe you just weren't communicating effectively? Maybe you felt that you and a loved one just didn't understand one another. A breakdown in communication pulls people apart and can destroy relationships. I aim to heal these communication breakdowns and to help you through the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress that you may be experiencing.
I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, and individuals struggling with anxiety and depression.
NOW OFFERING VIDEO COUNSELING SESSIONS. Are you feeling the impact of stress, depression, and/or anxiety? Do you have relationship issues or problems stemming from miscommunication? Have you ever felt that you and your partner were speaking different languages or maybe you just weren't communicating effectively? Maybe you felt that you and a loved one just didn't understand one another. A breakdown in communication pulls people apart and can destroy relationships. I aim to heal these communication breakdowns and to help you through the symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress that you may be experiencing.
Samantha Osso
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Manalapan, NJ 07726
Are you or your child struggling with stress, anxiety, loneliness, or depression? Do you want to have improved relationships and feel more at peace? I know that life isn't always easy. We can work together in a safe and supportive environment so that you can feel better. It is possible to feel happier and have the life you want for yourself and your family. I work with teens, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral and adjustment issues, as well as social skills building. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is a primary foundation of healing and self-discovery.
Are you or your child struggling with stress, anxiety, loneliness, or depression? Do you want to have improved relationships and feel more at peace? I know that life isn't always easy. We can work together in a safe and supportive environment so that you can feel better. It is possible to feel happier and have the life you want for yourself and your family. I work with teens, young adults and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral and adjustment issues, as well as social skills building. I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is a primary foundation of healing and self-discovery.
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Child Therapists
Child psychologists in Manalapan, NJ provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Manalapan build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Manalapan build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.