Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors Therapists in Princeton, NJ

Life can be challenging. Therapy is a way to process, navigate, and overcome difficult emotions while simultaneously building the necessary skills to make forward progress. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) in the state of NJ with a deep passion for bettering the lives of others. I have been in the field of mental health & addictions treatment for 10+ years with experience in working with depression, anxiety disorders, trauma/PTSD, stress, grief/loss, addiction, and mood disorders.

Everyone experiences challenges in their lives. I am here to help you process and navigate through life issues in a positive way! I provide insightful and creative guidance to assist you in achieving your personal goals!

The ideal client is one who is ready to speak, and should expect my approach to therapy to be collaborative and supportive. Whenever you are ready I will be here!

Princeton Center for DBT and Counseling is a private group practice specializing in comprehensive DBT services for adults and adolescents, as well as other forms of psychotherapy including EMDR and trauma therapies, supportive counseling, family therapy, and parent consultation and support.Our mission is to provide the highest standard of mental health treatment while maintaining an approach that is flexible and customized to meet the unique needs of each individual in the process of achieving meaningful and lasting change. Lona Stranieri, LCSW is the Director and is a DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician

The decision to enter counseling is a personal one. Many questions may come with this decision including: • How can counseling help me? • How do I find the right counselor? • What can I expect at a counseling session? • When will I start to feel better? Through supportive listening, compassionate humor, and collaboration, my goal is to help you challenge unhealthy ways of functioning, cope with life stressors, and identify what is going well. Positive recognition is key to feeling good about ourselves and helps inspire wellness and success.

I enjoy working with teens, young adults, and adults on adapting to various changes in their life, improving depressive or anxiety symptoms, and surviving and thriving through past traumas. I am a PMH-C which means I am certified to work with people experiencing issues related to pregnancy and post partum. I am also a birth trauma and pregnancy loss survivor and am able to help others through these struggles as well.

I'm a licensed clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of teens and young adults. I work with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and ASD. With an integrative approach, I bring my whole heart to therapy-utilizing warmth, collaboration, and a strength-based lens. I view you as the expert of your life, and myself as a compassionate and supportive guide. My aim is to help you cultivate more self-awareness and the necessary changes to create a meaningful life.

I recognize the importance in taking steps toward change and how difficult that can be. Change that connects you to your wellness, overall health and most importantly your sense of self and purpose. My approach to treatment is client-centered and therapeutic alliance based. Research has shown that a major factor in why people change as a result of psychotherapy is the right “connection” and “alliance” with the therapist. Effective psychotherapy is the fine tuning of art, creativity and science.

Anxiety is a part of being human, but when worry, perfectionism, panic, rumination, intrusive/unwanted thoughts, compulsions & preoccupations take over, you may need new strategies. I specialize in anxiety, OCD, social anxiety, tics, insomnia, indecision, procrastination, depression and overeating & health. I work with children, adolescents and adults to manage these challenges and put into place tools that help you return to a full life again. I have over 28 years of experience offering compassionate, evidence based approaches for these symptoms. I also have expertise in ADHD, 2E, ASD & learning differences in children & adults.

If you often feel “alone” even while in a group, or as if you wear a mask that hides your genuine self - I can help. If you ever question your true potential, if only… Or if you notice you’re falling into the same frustrating rut in your personal and/or work relationships, I can help make sense of this. My psychodynamic approach to change is based upon understanding the client's sometimes subtle, unconscious patterns that chronically interfere with achieving wishes & goals. Therapy can help clear a path towards necessary healing & growth, thus increasing your confidence & ability to fulfill your hopes.

Many of my clients share a need to explore familial relationships to understand their behavioral patterns and how to make those patterns healthier. Others struggle with anxiety or depression and wish to learn coping skills to better handle the challenges of daily life. Additionally, I have worked with Princeton undergraduate and graduate students for many years and understand well the many and varied challenges which students may face.

I am assisting couples (of any ethnic or racial background, gender identity, or sexual orientation) to preserve intimacy and satisfaction during a lifetime together, even after infidelity; I am assisting families to weather the storms of adolescence and to maintain familial closeness; I am accompanying people diagnosed with "mental illness" or addiction on their journey back to wholeness and well being. I welcoming victims of trauma and racial oppression. I am available for phone consultations before or between sessions. I do assessments for immigration and prison release purposes and serve as expert in complex custody trials.

The Princeton Center for MindBody Healing prioritizes holistic healing and walking with you to grow your best self: mind, body and soul. Our clinicians work on a wide range of issues with a wide range of therapeutic techniques, self-care tools and clinical styles. We offer traditional and non-traditional outpatient services for individuals, couples, and families of all forms and fashions including office and nature sessions, walking sessions, video, text and telephone. We believe in affirming & celebrating all people for who you truly are.

I recognize that mental health is an integral part of for our overall well-being. My mission is to provide professional help, in a safe, comfortable and non-judgmental environment, to those facing mental health or behavioral challenges. My services are highly personalized and tailored to my client's needs to ensure growth and satisfaction during the therapeutic process. I am here for you, with help, hope and healing, every step of the way.

I have 30 years of experience in a range of settings with people of many different backgrounds. My professional experience in concert with my personal journey enable me to focus on the person in the room and strive to understand their unique needs, goals and how psychotherapy can help in this process. I believe that the psychotherapy relationship provides an ideal forum for helping people move towards optimal functioning framed by their values and goals. I provide a safe place to address issues of mood, thinking, behavior, transition, adjustment, interpersonal conflict, anxiety, trauma and any other life challenge.

What is holding you back from living the life you want? Life can be very challenging, and it is normal to feel overwhelmed and stressed. Let’s work together to discover a path to your authentic self and meaningful life. I am a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I am compassionate, accepting, patient, and genuinely invested in your well-being. For many people, asking for help can be difficult, yet it is a brave first step in finding relief. I want you to know that feeling better is within reach.

Finally deciding to seek out therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming and even increase uncomfortable feelings. Finding the "right fit" with a therapist means taking emotional risks to get the support you deserve. For many years I have worked to help individuals regain or perhaps even discover for the first time, a sense of inner peace. My practice incorporates holistic, somatic & integrative approaches to treat a wide range of mental health challenges. I believe "theory" is invaluable, however, experience and research shows that successful therapy is closely connected to the relationship that develops between therapist and client.