Couples Counseling Therapists in Princeton, NJ
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Denise Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
**CURRENTLY NOT ABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS.** W.O.W. Counseling & Consulting, was created to assist you overcome challenges and achieve personal goals. For persons who feel stressed out by issues that are never-ending, who are coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, loss, debilitating shame,
relationship
issues, career challenges, or other life transitions; WOW Counseling can help you process, validate, and if necessary, reframe your experiences, as you learn new, positive behaviors, and make changes.

Allison Hurwitz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSW, MA, ATR
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
When it comes to therapy, I believe that one size does not fit all. I incorporate a variety of treatment approaches that are tailored to each client's unique needs and experiences. We work collaboratively on goals that best reflect your personality, strengths and challenges. Research has shown that a strong therapeutic
relationship
is the foundation of successful therapy. I strive to provide a warm, safe and non-judgmental space where clients feel both seen and heard. I have particular expertise in helping clients to navigate life with chronic illness, from adjusting to a new diagnosis to grieving losses to caring for a loved one.

Lesley A. Allen, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Over the past 20+ years, I have been working with adults, adolescents, and children in individual,
couples
, and family therapy. I listen closely to my clients to understand their current problems and related symptoms, thoughts, and feelings. I work collaboratively with clients to investigate the history of their struggles and to create a plan for change. Using cognitive, behavioral, and emotion-focused approaches, I aim to facilitate healing, growth, and change. Having spent much of my career as a scientist-practitioner, my clinical work is informed by empirical findings. My treatment approach is reasoned, compassionate, and practical.

Rima Majmundar
Counselor, MA, LAC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My goal is to create a safe, comfortable and open environment that can foster a positive therapeutic
relationship
to help the client achieve their goals.
Similar to how people workout their bodies, the brain also needs to be exercised and maintained. Therapy allows you to not only better yourself, situation or life but it allows you to cleanse your mind and stay mentally healthy. Mental health is something that can impact an individual’s life in numerous ways; such as daily activities, relationships, personality or even cause physical symptoms to arise. Coming from a culturally diverse background, my mission professionally is to create awareness for mental health in minority communities that may view mental health as a taboo.
Waitlist for new clients

Tracey Post
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, ACST, CCPT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I want you to have the best life imaginable: to live in a body that can feel what it feels and with a mind that can know what it knows. I believe we heal through connection and
relationship
; it is how we survive then thrive. Sometimes we need to make meaning of our experiences; sometimes we just want to manage or reduce unwanted symptoms and sometimes we need someone to simply be present- to sit and witness and listen or hold the silence. I hope you will find all these elements working with me and together we will walk the path to healing. Come in and let's explore together!

Joe Gandarillas
Counselor, LAC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Joe works with individuals and
couples
of all sexual orientations and creates a safe, non-judgmental, supportive, interactive, and empowering environment while working with each client to define their therapeutic goals and create a plan to achieve them. Joe is passionate about taking an integrative and holistic approach to facilitate growth and navigate healing, in which each session is personalized, collaborative, and unique to the client.

Path Forward Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work well with
couples
experiencing
relationship
roadblocks, adults seeking clarity and fulfillment, college students looking for direction, and adolescents learning to adjust to new challenges.
Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions,
relationship
issues, or feeling held back by past experiences? Do you feel like something is missing in your life or that you need to make important connections or breakthroughs to live your life more honestly? Do you feel stuck in the past, afraid to live your life, or lack of motivation? Do you feel like low self esteem or insecurity are holding you back? Are there unresolved issues in your relationships with your parents or your
partner
? We can focus on what you need to break the patterns and move forward.

Michelle Maddalena-Domboski
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified
Verified
In my 5 years of counseling experience I have had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of individuals, families, and groups. I have had the privilege to work with many children and have experience with ADHD, autism, emotional regulation, and PTSD. I have also lead youth groups focusing on the building of social and coping skills which have included working on the art of conversation (putting down the devices), and anger management. I have worked with families identifying conflicts and working on strategies to better manage children. Additionally I have experience with
relationship
counseling, divorce, anxiety and depression.

Maggie Masterton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents, and families. I have numerous years experience working with children across a variety of clinical and educational settings, incorporating the use of play therapy and informed by current research in child development. I meet my clients with warmth, respect, and a desire to work to facilitate a
relationship
of deep understanding. Utilizing an integrative perspective, I engage my clients in creative and individualized therapeutic approaches, help them deepen their understanding of themselves, and support their work towards greater emotional health and well-being.

Dorie Marcus Agarwal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Verified
Verified
I offer psychotherapy services for individuals and
couples
18 and over.
Do you feel confused in your current situation, have unhealthy patterns of behavior, or troubled relationships? The first step of successful therapy begins with a genuine, respectful and empathetic connection between therapist and client. I am warm and personable, and strive to create a safe, supportive environment with each person. We will work together to create an individualized treatment plan. The goal will be to help you acquire healthier coping skills, develop increased self-awareness, and improve overall mental health and well-being.

Helen Ann Rudinsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFT, LPC, MDiv, MS
Verified
Verified
Do you feel misunderstood? Do you have trouble communicating? As a Marriage & Family Therapist, I help
couples
turn their
relationship
around by helping them improve their communication and resolve conflicts with videos, personality tests, role plays and other tools to bring about rapid change. Do you need to talk to someone? I work with clients on
relationship
issues, career choices, and other issues. What sets me apart from other therapists is my ability to keep clients on a systematic approach to change with a focused, short term program to help them achieve their goals quickly. I am working with clients only virtually.
Princeton, NJ 08540
& Online

Ariel Meltzer
Licensed Social Worker, LSW
Verified
Verified
We can discuss trauma recovery,
relationship
intimacy (including monogamy, polyamory, and open relationships), sex positivity, BDSM and kink, peer relationships, family relationships, body image, anxiety, stress, depression, self growth, and life transitions.
A beautiful thing about our bodies is that our bodies can talk to us. Our bodies can provide us with data that can be beneficial to our mental and physical state of being. Breaking down and analyzing that data can be key to understanding what we need to help ourselves.

Marcelle Santiago-Serrano
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
That being said, she believes that therapy cannot progress positively without a strong therapeutic
relationship
.
Dr. Serrano received her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology from Temple University. Dr. Serrano has also received specialized training in Forensic Psychology during her postdoctoral training and has spent the last 17 years of her career conducting psychodiagnostic assessments, crisis management, individual therapy, and pre-parole evaluations for inmates remanded to state correctional facilities.

Rubin Therapy LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Therapy can be about making changes, confronting difficult topics or processing barriers that exist in everyday life. Rubin Therapy works to build a collaborative therapeutic
relationship
between client and therapist to address your needs and your concerns. Together, you and your therapist will look for patterns and behaviors that have held back progress or success, and explore ways to improve daily functioning. Our therapists integrate humanistic and strength based techniques while incorporating mindfulness to create changes.

Linda M Perlin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified
Verified
After 25 years, I still get excited about working with individuals,
couples
or families to identify and collaborate on reaching creative solutions that fit the person and his own internal values and goals. I draw from training and experience in cognitive behavior therapy, meditation, and the utilization of a host of resources that empower and bring real behavioral and emotional results in creating a higher quality of life and relationships.

Louis Castle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Navigating life can be challenging, especially when we are dealing with emotional pain,
relationship
problems or addiction. At times the assistance of a therapist is needed to help regain stability. The foundation of therapy is the therapeutic
relationship
between therapist and client. I am experienced in providing individual, marital/
relationship
and family therapy. I have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, stress,
relationship
issues (intimacy & sexuality), anger management, compulsive behaviors and sexual addictions.

Nancy Schongalla
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, LMFT
Verified
Verified
As Director of Student Counseling at Princeton Theological Seminary for 24 years, I worked with graduate students and
couples
of all ages from diverse backgrounds and countries, addressing a full range of issues.
It is easy to feel overwhelmed and lose one's sense of True North. Issues and experiences from the past may require healing and integration. Current challenges may require more inner wisdom and resourcefulness than we can access on our own. Many people need support to resolve conflicts, deepen connections and expand their lives. Relationships require a solid sense of self, good boundaries, and compassion toward oneself and others, which all can be learned. Even without a religious affiliation, spiritual practices such as gratitude are often enriching. I value new insights, suggest homework and teach practical skills.

Jaclyn M Calu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Many of us struggle with everyday stressors. Whether stemming from family dynamics, work difficulties, anxiety, depression,
relationship
problems, low self esteem, identity confusion or a combination of contributors, these stressors can have a profound effect on our quality of life. Finding change and accepting support is a journey that takes time, compassion and patience. I offer psychotherapy for individuals,
couples
and families with a strengths-based approach, aimed at making clients feel engaged and vested in their treatment process. Through self reflection and collaborative efforts, I work with clients to balance these life stressors and make them more manageable.

Sam Husth
LSW
Telemedicine Available. Do you find yourself struggling with addiction or
relationship
concerns? One of the hardest things for people to do is admit that they need help getting through challenging circumstances in their lives. Together we will focus on identifying problems, creating goals and objectives to help guide the therapeutic process. I hope that, once our time has concluded, you will feel confident using the skills you have learned to overcome obstacles you may encounter moving forward.

John O'Connor
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Thank you for taking the time to visit my page, I hope it gives you a sense of my approach to therapy and what you can expect if you choose to work with me. I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I have extensive experience working with individuals (12 and older),
couples
, and families. I have helped many clients deal with Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, ADHD,
relationship
issues, and work-career goals.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.