Christian Therapists in North Bergen, NJ
Jeanie Min DeMario: Adults, EMDR, Trauma
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
North Bergen, NJ 07047
I am a trauma specialist who can help you recover from childhood trauma, sexual abuse, addiction, depression, and anxiety using talk therapy or EMDR (an effective approach that reduces the triggering power of traumatic memories). My clients have often had challenging childhoods, and may currently be navigating relationship breakup, divorce, family conflict, or abuses within a faith community. Many also want to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs, or to process the impact of a loved one’s addiction. You can see if I'm accepting new clients and book a first appointment online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
I am a trauma specialist who can help you recover from childhood trauma, sexual abuse, addiction, depression, and anxiety using talk therapy or EMDR (an effective approach that reduces the triggering power of traumatic memories). My clients have often had challenging childhoods, and may currently be navigating relationship breakup, divorce, family conflict, or abuses within a faith community. Many also want to change their relationship with alcohol or drugs, or to process the impact of a loved one’s addiction. You can see if I'm accepting new clients and book a first appointment online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
Alexia Totoro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Online Only)
The focus is on what is of most importance to an individual. My clinical perspective is warm, genuine, non-judgmental, Strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I am focused on the here and now and I want to know what is important to you and how we can move you towards your mental wellness goals. Overall, I have diverse experiences revolving around my desire to continue to empower individuals to find their most authentic selves. I help my clients build greater self-awareness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I have addressed a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma.
The focus is on what is of most importance to an individual. My clinical perspective is warm, genuine, non-judgmental, Strengths-based, and goal-oriented. I am focused on the here and now and I want to know what is important to you and how we can move you towards your mental wellness goals. Overall, I have diverse experiences revolving around my desire to continue to empower individuals to find their most authentic selves. I help my clients build greater self-awareness, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. I have addressed a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma.
June Ferraro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Online Only)
I provide a safe place with an empathetic listening ear to empower people to make the necessary changes to find inner peace and improve their relationships and quality of life. I encourage people to use self-care and relaxation techniques, healthy boundaries, and practical changes to improve their relationship with themselves and others. With this comes improved emotional and psychological well-being while recovering from trauma, and stress, and working through life transitions and family conflict.
I provide a safe place with an empathetic listening ear to empower people to make the necessary changes to find inner peace and improve their relationships and quality of life. I encourage people to use self-care and relaxation techniques, healthy boundaries, and practical changes to improve their relationship with themselves and others. With this comes improved emotional and psychological well-being while recovering from trauma, and stress, and working through life transitions and family conflict.
Gabriel Sanchez
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
North Bergen, NJ 07047
Are you finding it hard to muster the motivation to pursue what you want in life? Do you often find yourself consumed by worry or trapped in thoughts of the past? Are you grappling with questions about who you are and who you want to become? If any of this resonates with you, I am glad you are here. I am a bilingual Latine therapist specializing in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and identity-related challenges. My dedication lies in serving marginalized, neurodivergent, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Are you finding it hard to muster the motivation to pursue what you want in life? Do you often find yourself consumed by worry or trapped in thoughts of the past? Are you grappling with questions about who you are and who you want to become? If any of this resonates with you, I am glad you are here. I am a bilingual Latine therapist specializing in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, and identity-related challenges. My dedication lies in serving marginalized, neurodivergent, and LGBTQ+ communities.
Peaceandhealingminds.com
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Online Only)
I am a bilingual licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with a wide range of clients including children, adolescents and adults. The most important part of therapy is the connection I have with my clients. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients in a warm and compassionate way. My counseling style is interactive which allows for a more personal and individualized therapeutic experience.
I am a bilingual licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with a wide range of clients including children, adolescents and adults. The most important part of therapy is the connection I have with my clients. I pride myself in my ability to connect with my clients in a warm and compassionate way. My counseling style is interactive which allows for a more personal and individualized therapeutic experience.
Joshua Echeverria
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Bergen, NJ 07047
I enjoy working with people who are ready to face some of their challenges and are also willing to explore themselves. I am interested in developing a partnership where we are able to develop steps to get you where you want to be.
I enjoy working with people who are ready to face some of their challenges and are also willing to explore themselves. I am interested in developing a partnership where we are able to develop steps to get you where you want to be.
Natalie Germoso Powell
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
North Bergen, NJ 07047 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Maintaining healthy relationships and boundaries can often be complicated. While we can't change difficult situations my goal is to help you navigate life's challenges in order to achieve and maintain healthy and balanced outcomes. As a therapist with over 11 years of real world experience I have gained valuable knowledge in working with both individuals and couples from a variety of backgrounds and different walks of life. I am familiar with concerns that commonly impact women including body issues, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, as well as post-partum, and low self-esteem.
Maintaining healthy relationships and boundaries can often be complicated. While we can't change difficult situations my goal is to help you navigate life's challenges in order to achieve and maintain healthy and balanced outcomes. As a therapist with over 11 years of real world experience I have gained valuable knowledge in working with both individuals and couples from a variety of backgrounds and different walks of life. I am familiar with concerns that commonly impact women including body issues, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, as well as post-partum, and low self-esteem.
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Michelle S Paulino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA/EdS, LPC, NCC, NACC
Verified Verified
Union City, NJ 07087 (Online Only)
I graduated with a Masters in Professional Counseling/ Education Specialist (Ed. S.) degree from Seton Hall University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I also am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Christian Counselor through the National Association of Christian Counselors (NACC). I am bilingual and have experience in working with Spanish-speaking clients and families. I also have experience in working with children, adolescents and adults facing different challenges in life, such as: anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and more.
I graduated with a Masters in Professional Counseling/ Education Specialist (Ed. S.) degree from Seton Hall University. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I also am a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Christian Counselor through the National Association of Christian Counselors (NACC). I am bilingual and have experience in working with Spanish-speaking clients and families. I also have experience in working with children, adolescents and adults facing different challenges in life, such as: anxiety, depression, anger, trauma and more.
Tatyana E Zapata
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West New York, NJ 07093 (Online Only)
Therapy is not always comfortable as you begin to unravel so many difficult narratives at times. Whether you have been through one difficult experience or multiple hardships or you have resolved trauma that has resurface. Therapy is a step of bravery in your healing journey. I will always lean on you to set the tone, as I am a firm believer that individuals are experts on their lives and know what they need. As your counselor I will consistently work to provide a non judgmental space that is free of pressures and allows transparency. It is in such a space that healing and introspection can be fostered to reach your goals.
Therapy is not always comfortable as you begin to unravel so many difficult narratives at times. Whether you have been through one difficult experience or multiple hardships or you have resolved trauma that has resurface. Therapy is a step of bravery in your healing journey. I will always lean on you to set the tone, as I am a firm believer that individuals are experts on their lives and know what they need. As your counselor I will consistently work to provide a non judgmental space that is free of pressures and allows transparency. It is in such a space that healing and introspection can be fostered to reach your goals.
Minerva Viton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, NJ 07087 (Online Only)
Whether you have been through a crisis event, difficult moments , simply feeling that we need someone to understand us , or even how our culture plays a part in our life, therapy can help. I’m passionate about understanding individual differences, cultural diversities, and helping to recognize the power that each one of us have to be happy. I am licensed to provide Therapy in Florida , Texas, NJ, NY, GA, MI, OK, NE , AZ and New Mexico . Please contact me for a full view of my availability.
Whether you have been through a crisis event, difficult moments , simply feeling that we need someone to understand us , or even how our culture plays a part in our life, therapy can help. I’m passionate about understanding individual differences, cultural diversities, and helping to recognize the power that each one of us have to be happy. I am licensed to provide Therapy in Florida , Texas, NJ, NY, GA, MI, OK, NE , AZ and New Mexico . Please contact me for a full view of my availability.
Damon G LaBarbera
Psychologist, MA, PhD
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Union City, NJ 07087
I provide therapy and psychological evaluation for varied problems, including anxiety, panic disorder, social fears, work stress, depression, PTSD, moodiness, and career indecision. A goal is to keep the client moving forward in their job, school, or in their personal relationships while managing symptoms. In-office visits are available. I have much experience with gifted, students, the military and their families, special forces of all branches, engineering and technical workers, law enforcement personnel, pre-surgical evaluations, security evaluations, diagnostic assessment, panic disorder, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
I provide therapy and psychological evaluation for varied problems, including anxiety, panic disorder, social fears, work stress, depression, PTSD, moodiness, and career indecision. A goal is to keep the client moving forward in their job, school, or in their personal relationships while managing symptoms. In-office visits are available. I have much experience with gifted, students, the military and their families, special forces of all branches, engineering and technical workers, law enforcement personnel, pre-surgical evaluations, security evaluations, diagnostic assessment, panic disorder, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder.
Jasmine Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, CFSW
Verified Verified
Weehawken, NJ 07086 (Online Only)
Do money discussions with your partner cause you anxiety? Despite landing your dream job with an excellent salary, do you worry about making significant financial mistakes? As a business owner, are you burdened by the fear of losing everything you've built? I am a dedicated Latina Social Worker with an Certification in Financial Social work practicing in NY and NJ, and my primary focus is helping you navigate the complexities of money-related emotions, ease financial anxieties, and embrace your achievements without guilt or imposter syndrome.
Do money discussions with your partner cause you anxiety? Despite landing your dream job with an excellent salary, do you worry about making significant financial mistakes? As a business owner, are you burdened by the fear of losing everything you've built? I am a dedicated Latina Social Worker with an Certification in Financial Social work practicing in NY and NJ, and my primary focus is helping you navigate the complexities of money-related emotions, ease financial anxieties, and embrace your achievements without guilt or imposter syndrome.
Dr. Tina Onikoyi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Weehawken, NJ 07086 (Online Only)
As the Founder and Clinical Director of Wellness Meets World and Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of clinical expertise healing hearts and transforming minds, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals experiencing various degrees of challenges. Are you having difficulty managing life's stressors or uncertain about how to effectively regulate your emotions? Are you seeking advancement in your career and want to remove mental blocks from your path? Have you tried seeking therapy in the past and felt that they just didn't get you? Look no further!
As the Founder and Clinical Director of Wellness Meets World and Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of clinical expertise healing hearts and transforming minds, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals experiencing various degrees of challenges. Are you having difficulty managing life's stressors or uncertain about how to effectively regulate your emotions? Are you seeking advancement in your career and want to remove mental blocks from your path? Have you tried seeking therapy in the past and felt that they just didn't get you? Look no further!
Tysheira Maddox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, NJ 07087
Hey hey! I am Tysheira Maddox, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of NJ, PA, and D.C. As your therapist, I will be journeying by your side as we work through your most challenging moments and the self-limiting thoughts that keep you from living the life you desire. My counseling style is warm, laid back, and sprinkled with some humor. My most common approaches that I like to use from my therapy tool kit are CBT, DBT, Narrative and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Hey hey! I am Tysheira Maddox, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the states of NJ, PA, and D.C. As your therapist, I will be journeying by your side as we work through your most challenging moments and the self-limiting thoughts that keep you from living the life you desire. My counseling style is warm, laid back, and sprinkled with some humor. My most common approaches that I like to use from my therapy tool kit are CBT, DBT, Narrative and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Dana Longstreet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Union City, NJ 07087
You have plans and good intentions, but you’ve lost something important: a sense of perspective, your ability to improvise, your sense of humor, the energy to just get out of bed. The outcomes of difficult transitions and demanding circumstances in our lives are shaped by our gifts, skills, and intelligence as well as our unhealthy behaviors and our personal histories. Compassionate, creative therapists, experienced with a diverse range of clients and issues, can help you work through disappointments and setbacks and move forward with strategies, courage, and optimism. That's what I do, and I love it.
You have plans and good intentions, but you’ve lost something important: a sense of perspective, your ability to improvise, your sense of humor, the energy to just get out of bed. The outcomes of difficult transitions and demanding circumstances in our lives are shaped by our gifts, skills, and intelligence as well as our unhealthy behaviors and our personal histories. Compassionate, creative therapists, experienced with a diverse range of clients and issues, can help you work through disappointments and setbacks and move forward with strategies, courage, and optimism. That's what I do, and I love it.
Antoniette Richburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Union City, NJ 07087
Welcome! I am Antoniette Richburg. I have an MSW and LCSW. As a social worker I worked in various industries such as Addictions, Domestic Violence, Developmental Disabilities. I began my clinical journey in 2007 as hospice Social Work. After 11 yrs. in that industry, I crossed over the provide private in-home counseling and psychotherapy to senior or homebound population. I opened my own practice in 2018 and began work with a wider range of clientele from ages 25 up to Centenarians. I help those truly seeking change in their life develop the tools unique to their needs, personality and circumstances.
Welcome! I am Antoniette Richburg. I have an MSW and LCSW. As a social worker I worked in various industries such as Addictions, Domestic Violence, Developmental Disabilities. I began my clinical journey in 2007 as hospice Social Work. After 11 yrs. in that industry, I crossed over the provide private in-home counseling and psychotherapy to senior or homebound population. I opened my own practice in 2018 and began work with a wider range of clientele from ages 25 up to Centenarians. I help those truly seeking change in their life develop the tools unique to their needs, personality and circumstances.
Magdalena Vazquez
Counselor, LAC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Union City, NJ 07087 (Online Only)
Do you ever feel like your past experiences have stolen your sense of safety and left you with a constant sense of unease? Or perhaps you're plagued by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness, making it difficult to find joy in even the simplest moments of life? These questions are the doorways to understanding the profound emotions that have been a part of your journey. My name is Magdalena, and I specialize in helping individuals overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression through the powerful methods of mindfulness, and trauma-focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Do you ever feel like your past experiences have stolen your sense of safety and left you with a constant sense of unease? Or perhaps you're plagued by persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness, making it difficult to find joy in even the simplest moments of life? These questions are the doorways to understanding the profound emotions that have been a part of your journey. My name is Magdalena, and I specialize in helping individuals overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression through the powerful methods of mindfulness, and trauma-focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Healthy Expressions
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv
Verified Verified
Cliffside Park, NJ 07010 (Online Only)
Relationships & marriage are in trouble today. Couples don't know how to work through their relationships or marriages. They just think that romance & love will help them through their issues. This is a trap. Many couples don't realize that it takes hard work in making a relationship or marriage to work.
Relationships & marriage are in trouble today. Couples don't know how to work through their relationships or marriages. They just think that romance & love will help them through their issues. This is a trap. Many couples don't realize that it takes hard work in making a relationship or marriage to work.
Cathy Hong
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, ACS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weehawken, NJ 07086
Do you feel "stuck"? Do you just want someone to listen and help you process all the complex emotions you're feeling? The road to a happier, healthier life can be riddled with obstacles and barriers that just seem impossible to overcome, but with the right support, people of all ages can reach their goals. On this journey, you've done the hardest part which is recognizing the need for support and seeking it!
Do you feel "stuck"? Do you just want someone to listen and help you process all the complex emotions you're feeling? The road to a happier, healthier life can be riddled with obstacles and barriers that just seem impossible to overcome, but with the right support, people of all ages can reach their goals. On this journey, you've done the hardest part which is recognizing the need for support and seeking it!
Martha Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, Coach
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weehawken, NJ 07086
I offer Telehealth!! With 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families, I offer a range of treatments that can help with mental health problems, emotional challenges, and psychiatric disorders. I am blessed to be able to help make healthy changes in the lives of others.
I offer Telehealth!! With 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, couples and families, I offer a range of treatments that can help with mental health problems, emotional challenges, and psychiatric disorders. I am blessed to be able to help make healthy changes in the lives of others.
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Christian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.