Therapists in Maple Shade, NJ

Welcome to First Children! We are a multi-site psychological, counseling, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) center serving children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and their families. At our STRIVE centers, we provide comprehensive autism services to our clients, including early screening and diagnostic testing (using the ADOS-2), ABA, behavioral parent training, and individual and group counseling. Our services also include sibling support groups, family counseling, social skills groups, and school consultation.

I am currently offering FREE THERAPY to 2 clients who are willing to be a part of my podcast. Please message me if you are interested. When working with individuals I believe in meeting my clients where they are. I provide you with various tools and paths to developing insight & healing. With couples, I exclusively utilize the Gottman Method. This method centers on appropriately assessing a couple's areas of difficulty and developing skills like conflict resolution, resolving past hurts, building friendship, fondness and admiration and developing shared meaning. The Gottman Method is highly effective.

Hello, my name is Alexia Totoro. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) who has been active in the field of mental and behavioral health for over 10 years. Overall, I have diverse experiences revolving around my desire to continue to empower individuals to find their most authentic selves.

Hi there, I’m Esther Mills. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty years of experience. I help people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and relationship difficulties to manage and gain control of their emotions, understand their patterns of coping, and actively problem-solve. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hang-ups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!

Hi! My name is Becky Clark and I’m a licensed clinical social worker in New Jersey. I have four years of clinical experience working in the behavioral/mental health field. I have experience in helping clients with career difficulties, military families and veterans, coping with life changes, and executive and professional coaching. I also am highly interested in helping out neurodivergent populations (ADHD and Autism) and military families.

Hi. I am Tom McCarthy. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 25 years of experience in diverse settings including group homes, correctional facilities and outpatient IOP programs. I specialized in anxiety and OCD, depression, adjustment issues, and anger management, I believe the clinical relationship between a counselor and a client is special. I have an easy-going personality that usually allows me to connect with diverse individuals with diverse mental health issues. I have the ability to be serious, challenging, and even humorous when appropriate. Whatever issues you are experiencing I believe I can help.

I believe in creating a safe place for you to share your frustrations, fears and goals. I want you to feel heard and confident about moving forward. My work is focused on individuals living with anxiety, depression, & those struggling with transitions related to issues such as chronic illness. Let me help as I have been there too. I believe each person is different and as such I work to ensure that the therapeutic strategies used in sessions are tailored to the individual.

Hi there, I’m Esther Mills. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over twenty years of experience working in clinical settings, ranging from in-home therapy and consulting to outpatient counseling settings. I help people who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma, and relationship difficulties to manage and gain control of their emotions, understand their patterns of coping, and actively problem-solve. Seeking therapy can feel scary but you're making the right choice. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow.

Hello, I am Danielle Rees. I Am A Licensed Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in outpatient settings, as well as school and hospital settings providing therapy to all age groups. Whether you're dealing with anxiety or depression, or are struggling with your stress management, I can teach you techniques that can help.I like to integrate mindfulness, Yoga, and art as well as evidence based Interventions to help you manage your symptoms. Let's work together to build a safe place for you to grow!

My name is Dawn McIlwaine and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Drug and Alcohol Counselor. I received my Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University in 2001 and I have over 20 years of experience working in behavioral health outpatient settings such as Partial Hospital and Intensive Outpatient programs as well as Traditional Outpatient facilities. The majority of my professional career has been spent providing direct care to individuals suffering from mental health and addiction issues.

Hi there, I’m Samantha Powell. I am a licensed clinical social worker with experience working with developmental disabilities, child and adolescent, as well as adult and geriatric clinical psychology settings. I have worked with anxious behaviors and thought patterns, grief, depression and self harm, relationship therapy, to trauma, and various other concerns that may impact individual and families highest potential. I want you to feel comfortable with me so that we become a team. Teammates support each other and I aim to support your positive journey.

Hi! I’m Lyndsie Johnson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience working with clients in various levels of care from an outpatient setting to Partial Hospitalization Programs. Whether symptoms of anxiety and depression are obstacles in your everyday functioning or you’re struggling with adjusting to major life changes, I want to give you an empathetic ear and a safe space to be yourself and realize what you value as an individual. Developing new habits and making changes can be difficult but I believe through our work together you can overcome the barriers that hold you back from living the life you imagine.

I am patient, kind, and will use all of my knowledge and experience in helping you overcome your stress and your troubles without judgement. I have more than 15 years of direct practice experience and I have learned that everyone's unique life journey calls for an individualized plan. As for my background and experience, since attaining my Bachelors in Psychology and my Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University, I have worked in the mental health field conducting home visits, running groups, and working as an outpatient clinician working with couples, families, and on an one-on-one basis.

My name is Chenelle Williams, LPC, LCADC, CCS. I am licensed in New Jersey with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. Clients should feel at ease, despite what may be occurring in their lives, when going into therapy. My goal is to provide that to all that I have the pleasure of working with. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.

Hi there, I'm Tatyana Shields. I believe that therapy is a private space where you can put aside the fear of judgment and pick up tools for personal growth to progress toward balance and peace. I completed my undergraduate studies at State University of New York at Potsdam and received my Master of Social Work degree from Florida International University in Miami, Florida. I have worked in higher education as a staff therapist in New York and specialize in child and adolescent psychotherapy, parent education and skill-building, and experiences of trauma and PTSD.

Looking for ways to improve your mood and overall energy? Want to recover independence and get back to the life you love? Have you been wondering about sharing your story with someone & discussing what you hope to achieve while in therapy? Even if you are unsure, about areas to address, allow therapy to be the start of your journey to rediscover you . Creating healthy relationships and providing clients with a stress free environment is what I strive for. My goal is to meet clients where they are & move them along in their journey to discover their new potential in life.

Alicia Haynes-Belford is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 22 years of experience serving and supporting individuals, youth, and families in the Central and Southern New Jersey area. Step into a transformative therapeutic journey with an empathetic, skilled, and inclusive African American licensed mental health therapist, committed to guiding clients towards liberation from the barriers that hinder growth and wellbeing.

Hey, my name is Phil Caruso. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor that’s been in the field of psychotherapy for over 15 years. My journey helping others has brought me to a variety of settings that include partial programs, emergency rooms, and the homes of the clients I’ve served. My training experience is heavily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and I project this through the lens of Humanistic Counseling. This means that I’ll help you identify negative thought patterns and better tolerate distress, all while ensuring I’m being genuine, supportive and never judgmental.

Hello! I am Katie Tommaso, LCSW, LCADC, CCS. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working in a clinical settings with diverse populations. I help individuals navigate through life's curveballs and roadblocks with understanding and compassion. I believe everybody has the ability to function at their optimal capacity of mind, body, and spirit aby focusing on a Wellness Model and a whole self approach to help motivate individuals to achieve their goals. Whether you are dealing with overwhelming relationship issues, grief and loss, life's challenges, or cycles of anxiety and depression, you are not alone.