Elders (65+) Therapists in Mantoloking, NJ

Education: I earned my B.A. from the Talmudic University of Florida with a major in Talmudic Law. I went on to pursue my Master's Degree at Bellevue University, Bellevue Nebraska, in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, where I earned my Master's in Clinical Counseling. I am a Licensed Associate Counselor, as well as a National Certified Counselor.

My mission is to establish a safe and welcoming space in order to create a comfortable, trusting environment. I am very passionate about encouraging self-awareness and personal growth in order to assist and empower clients in identifying goals, overcoming challenges and achieving their full potential. I believe that each and every client is different and requires individual assessment. Working to build an atmosphere centered in trust and respect, I work diligently to construct and engage comprehensive treatments aimed toward building clients’ self-esteem, bolstering their empowerment and improving their overall quality of life.

Micaela DeFelice is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey who joined the LifeStance team in 2024. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Georgian Court University. Micaela tailors her therapeutic approach to each client’s unique needs, drawing from a wide variety of techniques which she hopes will continually grow. Micaela creates a safe and supportive environment where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts and emotions freely, while also emphasizing their autonomy as the experts of their own lives.

Van Venokur is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2018. Life has recently shown Van that curveballs are bound to happen with no warning whatsoever. COVID-19 was a clear example of that. These past years have shown Van just how quickly life can be derailed and how pivotal it is for mental health professionals like him to exist. Van has spent the last year working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, biomedical issues, their various relationships, traumas from the past and present, family matters, asexuality, sex addiction, and substance use.

Jessica Llamas Zielenski is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who holds a master degree from Rutgers University. She has been in practice for more than 25+ years. She is passionate about working together with her clients. She believes that everyone works hard in finding who they truly need to be. Her goal is simply: Help bring change to Live Life to the fullest while working through personal obstacles, managing day to day stressors that may hinder the ability to function. Jessica works with children as young as 3, their families as well as working with individual adults and couples.

Christine Jost is a Licensed Associate Counselor in New Jersey with more than ten years of experience. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Minor in Sociology from Georgia Southern University, a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University, and a Substance Awareness Coordinator Certificate from Georgian Court University. Christine believes in a client-centered, eclectic, integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health and treatment planning.

Jeri Mentor, LPC, LCADC, NCC Life can be challenging. Sometimes it does not go the way we plan it and other times changes occur leaving us to feel helpless, hopeless and disempowering. However, seeking help is empowering. Whether you are experiencing depressive symptoms, substance use, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, or just feeling stuck; you have made the right decision to end the cycle. By ending the cycle, you will find you, your identity and your purpose. My goal in therapy is to establish a rapport and connect with you. Once established, it will be easier to identify triggers that led to these symptoms.

Linda is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with individuals as they navigate life's challenges associated with the broad spectrum of mental health, including, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, family issues and substance abuse, among other disorders. She has been in practice for more than 12 years of clinical experience in both in-patient and out-patient levels of care. Dedicated to applying a person-centered approach and empathetic listening for those who seek and believe in the guidance and direction needed for effective and healthy change.

Kimberly Fazzini is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Master's Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University and her Bachelor's Degree in Public Health from The Bloustein School at Rutgers University. Kimberly is an active member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the Aging Life Care Association (ALCA).

Coming from a marriage and family therapy training background, I tend to view client issues from a systemic and trauma informed lens. I am passionate about helping you learn how to manage your current stressors, process past trauma and give you the tools you will need to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. I want to help you grow and maybe even elevate your self esteem along the way! I guarantee that you will leave my office feeling at least 1 % better if not more! I like to challenge my clients with self reflective questions, while also being sensitive to their trauma, by going at their pace.

Phoebe King is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2007. Phoebe is trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT). Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. Phoebe integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, Phoebe works with individual, couples, and families to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Tara believes that empathy, support, trust, and compassion are all parts that are vital for productive therapy. With active listening I am able to help my clients gain awareness of what their struggles might be. My goal is to assist in the development of coping skills in order for healing and transformation to take place. Taking the first step could be the best step. Allow yourself the opportunity to be the authentic person you were born to be. Therapy can be one of the best gifts you can give to yourself. Clinical services in New Jersey are provided by New Jersey Behavioral Health PLLC.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 12 years of work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My pronouns are she and her and I would be more than happy to call you by whatever pronouns refer, your legal name, or the names would like to be called other than your (dead) name.

Bill Salzer is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 2015. He graduated from Georgian Court University/Lakwood, NJ with a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling specializing in Marriage and Family Counseling. Bill believes in providing a relaxed, safe and trusting environment while utilizing interventions styled to the patient's own unique personality. His main areas of focus include marriage/family, anxiety and OCD. In his spare time, Bill enjoys running, playing/coaching soccer and spending time with family and friends.

Candice Ferretti is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2019. She has a Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Using a person-centered approach, the goal of Candice's practice is to give clients the time and space they need to establish and reach personal goals. The purpose of therapy is to facilitate change in areas of life which are causing internal discord. Achieving congruence with who you are as a person, both inside and out, can bring about joy, inner peace, and the desire to live a life you feel is worth living.