Therapists in Ocean County, NJ
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Colleen Diveny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have a unique ability to assess and advise individuals in crisis; helping children, adolescents and adults navigate through adjustments, depression and anxiety related issues. Additionally, my clinical skills are utilized in helping family members who are experiencing stress. Currently, I am a full-time professor at Georgian Court University teaching in the social work BSW program. My past position at Georgian Court University as Director of Student Success has allowed me the opportunity to work with students developing goals and problems-solving skills for college students to achieve academic and personal success.
Not accepting new clients

Malka Kirzner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
As a licensed clinical social worker, I have worked with a wide range of individuals over the last nine years. Most of my clients are adults and seniors who are struggling with relational concerns, adjustment difficulties, grief, trauma, mood disorders and eating disorders. I also specialize in prenatal and postpartum depression, as well as support for new moms. I use an integrative approach to therapy, including CBT, DBT, IFS, trauma related work and psychodynamics. When I work with you, I see a person and not a diagnosis. In that, we will recover and access all your personal strengths to help you in your healing process.

Target Interventions
MA , CJ/ABA, BCBA, CLC
Verified
Verified
Do you have the right attitude, knowledge, and skills to manage your child's educational master plan? Planning, organizing, and monitoring your child's progress is a commitment that requires understanding the school system. Parents often feel fear anxiety and intimidation when facing parent-school problems. These feelings are normal and inevitable. Let me help you feel like the expert as you navigate through the IEP, 504, evaluation requests, or any school-related concerns. Whether it be Consulting or Coaching we aim to help clients see a way forward during life's most difficult times. Be open, present and live your family's values!

Kim Lambert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello and welcome to my profile. I am a highly qualified and experienced therapist, passionate about helping my clients achieve their therapeutic goals. With many years of clinical experience, I've helped a diverse range of individuals overcome a wide range of emotional and mental health issues. My primary focus in our work together is your growth, well-being, and overall life satisfaction.

Kate Ecke : The Unconventional Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Has everything gone to shit? Are you tired of the stereotypical therapy session where you talk, they take notes & you leave feeling like you just ripped open your soul for a stranger who may or may not think you’re a total wackjob? I have and that’s why I gathered a group of cool ass therapists to help you work through your shit.

Lyndsie Johnson
Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
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. Using a Cognitive Behavioral approach we’ll work together to explore your relationship with your emotions, take an objective look at the thinking patterns that influence decision making and how your body may be holding stress. We will also include mindfulness and soothing techniques to help you establish a deeper mind-body connection.

Marjana York
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor motivated to help clients gain insight on healthy coping skills in areas of mental and emotional health. I have 6 plus years of experience working in substance abuse and mental health. I specialize in Trauma/PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and Addiction. I also have experience working with children and adolescence on issues related to anxiety and childhood trauma.

Vilma Ramos
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT
Verified
Verified
Hi there, I’m Vilma Ramos. I am a licensed clinical Married and Family Therapist with several years of experience working in clinical psychology settings, ranging from an inpatient psychiatric hospital to substance use disorder treatment programs. I help people who are easily overwhelmed to learn distress tolerance techniques and stress management skills. Together, we can strategize about what to do to help you to manage your emotions. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming relationship issues or cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help.

Eliezer Defranca LCSW, LCADC, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, NCRC-1
Verified
Verified
I have worked in the field of addictions for over 20 years. People suffering from addictions and their families may have other underlying mental health issues such as trauma, depression and anxiety. Throughout my career, I have worked tirelessly with adults, adolescents, and as well as their families to address these issues and find a path to healing. My philosophy is simple: to treat the person in the surrounding environment, to see a person in the context of family, school, job, and community (and to evaluate the impact of these relationships), and to focus on the person's strengths as well as embrace their difficulties.

Melissa B. Citron
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified
Verified
During these unusual times, are you feeling lost, stuck, confused? Do you feel you are not living out the most authentic and genuine version of yourself? Wellness is a balance of nurturing the mind, body and soul. We all deserve to live a meaningful, balanced and happy life.

Judy Derosena
Counselor, LAC
Verified
Verified
My name is Judy Derosena and I am a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) in New Jersey, a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Certified School Counselor. I obtained my bachelor’s degree with a dual major in Political Science and Sociology from William Paterson University. Thereafter, I went on to earn my master’s degree in Professional Counseling at William Paterson University. I have significant experience working with adults, young adults and adolescents experiencing a range of problems from anxiety to depression; OCD, trauma related stress, couples counseling and I also provide crisis-centered counseling.
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Giovanna Aives
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPAT, ATR-BC
Verified
Verified
Hi there! I am Giovanna Aives, MA, LPC, LPAT, ATR-BC, the founder of Blossom Healing NJ. I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC), a Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT), and a board certified, registered art therapist (ATR-BC). I am also a clinical supervisor for counseling and art therapy graduate students. I believe our true self is essentially good in nature and capable of growth and productivity. I like to allow space for discovery and recovery by combining clients’ imagination and wisdom to fulfill their own potential of wellness. Healing can start here. Blossom /ˈbläsəm/ (verb): to develop in a healthy way.

Jaime Ann Barilla
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Life can be extremely busy and trying at times, especially now with all of the sudden stressful changes in our lives, and we can feel as though we have too many roles to fill at once. This can create anxiety, depression, stress, and family issues. Having someone to help work through these difficulties can be extremely beneficial. I have much experience with various populations and age groups and provide my services in your home, as that is where people feel most comfortable and that is where many of life's challenges occur.

Kyle J Gilrain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My philosophy begins with a deep belief in the potential of every individual. I have a wide array of clinical experiences and have held leadership positions in large and complex healthcare systems. These settings include both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am a clinical supervisor and compassionate, strength-based , and trauma informed therapist. I provide compassionate, inclusive, and quality therapy to a wide range of patients from broad and diverse backgrounds. I presently hold active licenses and practice in New Jersey, New York, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
Steven Galvan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed therapist with extensive experience treating a broad range of mental health issues. Some of which include anxiety, panic attacks, posttraumatic stress, social anxiety and phobias, depression, anger problems, and relationship difficulties. Your experience will begin with a formal evaluation to define your situation and will result in a treatment plan carefully tailored to identify your therapeutic goals and objectives. This is provided in a safe and non-judgemental environment.

Lauren Marie Ciccone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
My personal goal is to facilitate healing, inspire, educate as well as empower individuals, married couples and/or families on their journey to renewal, restoration and/or enhancement within their lives. I believe every individual has their own personal influential strength and unique extraordinary qualities that are uniquely established within us, and when identified, can bring enrichment and revival into their everyday life. Recognizing how to identify, utilize, and ignite that greatness that lies deep within us should be discovered on a daily basis as it can affect each one of us, our families, interpersonal relationships, etc.

Cheryl A. Lemanski, MSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience helping emergency service workers and their families as well as children, adolescents and adults discover hope and achieve their goals. Support, encouragement, feedback and off hours availability as well as an eclectic style of counseling is what I offer. We may laugh together and we may cry together. Together we will work hard to reach your goals. "Symptoms are opportunities to examines one's life, to reconsider one's values and habits, to re-evaluate one's personality and relationships, to expand awareness, and to change." L. Hammer MD

Zipora Carolyn Levi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You feel stressed and overwhelmed. You struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, or relationships. You are looking for change (even if you are not sure exactly what that would look like). I can help you explore, learn, grow, and achieve emotional wellbeing.
Not accepting new clients
George Richard Paulsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Over the course of my career I have had the advantage of working with very diverse populations; high school students , the military , and compulsive gamblers . I have used many techniques to help my clients but the most important "tools" are the ones that empower individuals and that they will use regularly . My approach is eclectic based on my experience and what is practical.All clients have a resilency that is often lost in the course of everyday life and especially in situations that erode their strengths . Understanding how to uncover and recover their strengths in a valuable tool.
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Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
What type of therapist is right for me?
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors. Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.