Domestic Abuse Therapists in Rocky Hill, NJ
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate difficult times in their family and personal lives. In addition to working with adults struggling with a variety of issues, I have particular expertise in treating women of all ages. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is focused on helping you best understand yourself including your past, your current struggles and your hopes for your future. In therapy with me, you'll explore your whole self; logistically, psychologically, and spiritually.
I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate difficult times in their family and personal lives. In addition to working with adults struggling with a variety of issues, I have particular expertise in treating women of all ages. I believe that therapy is most effective when it is focused on helping you best understand yourself including your past, your current struggles and your hopes for your future. In therapy with me, you'll explore your whole self; logistically, psychologically, and spiritually.
I work with a range of problems:depression, anxiety, school refusal, child behavior problems, arrested emotional independence, substance abuse recovery, anorexia, and family and couples' conflict.
Among my additional interests are 1) relational recovery (substance abuse), 2)therapeutic family reunions (ranging in duration from 2 hours to weekends) to improve and heal intergenerational stresses.
I am committed to helping families find their untapped strengths and to keep their love in today's changing world.
I work with a range of problems:depression, anxiety, school refusal, child behavior problems, arrested emotional independence, substance abuse recovery, anorexia, and family and couples' conflict.
Among my additional interests are 1) relational recovery (substance abuse), 2)therapeutic family reunions (ranging in duration from 2 hours to weekends) to improve and heal intergenerational stresses.
I am committed to helping families find their untapped strengths and to keep their love in today's changing world.
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I practice interpersonal psychotherapy with the belief that our upbringing has a definite impact on our present functioning in relationships at home and outside of home.
I practice interpersonal psychotherapy with the belief that our upbringing has a definite impact on our present functioning in relationships at home and outside of home.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
I believe that people are basically good. Most people want to do well- want to live happy and satisfying lives. I am committed to providing a therapeutic environment that is warm, safe, personal and supportive - an environment in which I assist my clients as they work through life's difficulties, learn new skills and find solutions that will help them to achieve their goals and develop their potential. An important goal is to assist my clients to achieve their goals in a timely manner- as soon as possible.
I believe that people are basically good. Most people want to do well- want to live happy and satisfying lives. I am committed to providing a therapeutic environment that is warm, safe, personal and supportive - an environment in which I assist my clients as they work through life's difficulties, learn new skills and find solutions that will help them to achieve their goals and develop their potential. An important goal is to assist my clients to achieve their goals in a timely manner- as soon as possible.
I specialize in general mental health, relationships, grief and loss, domestic abuse, and parenting.
I earned my counseling degree in 2011 and have worked in various settings. I've worked with domestic violence and sexual assault survivors, active and retired military personnel, and high school students. I maintain a private practice with all ages and various issues. I use person-centered, Adlerian, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness therapies.
I specialize in general mental health, relationships, grief and loss, domestic abuse, and parenting.
I earned my counseling degree in 2011 and have worked in various settings. I've worked with domestic violence and sexual assault survivors, active and retired military personnel, and high school students. I maintain a private practice with all ages and various issues. I use person-centered, Adlerian, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness therapies.
I also have extensive experience in the area of interpersonal violence.
Looking to find the peacefulness that comes from feeling empowered, to learn and grow through the process of partnering in this journey of psychotherapy? As a licensed clinical social worker for the past 30 years, I have been fortunate to work in so many arenas and with so many amazing people. I am always in awe of the human spirit and the capacity to grow, change and achieve personal goals. Life can be stressful and can sometimes feel overwhelming. It can feel difficult to find a path forward, that is when therapy can help.
I also have extensive experience in the area of interpersonal violence.
Looking to find the peacefulness that comes from feeling empowered, to learn and grow through the process of partnering in this journey of psychotherapy? As a licensed clinical social worker for the past 30 years, I have been fortunate to work in so many arenas and with so many amazing people. I am always in awe of the human spirit and the capacity to grow, change and achieve personal goals. Life can be stressful and can sometimes feel overwhelming. It can feel difficult to find a path forward, that is when therapy can help.
I help individuals navigate complex relationship decisions, heal from abuse and trauma, reduce conflict, and create a clear, workable path forward, both for themselves and their children.
I understand the realities of divorce, not just professionally, but personally. Having navigated my own high-conflict divorce, I bring both extensive clinical expertise and real-life understanding to this work. I provide both support and strategic guidance, helping you gain clarity, manage difficult communication, and make decisions that move you forward.
I help individuals navigate complex relationship decisions, heal from abuse and trauma, reduce conflict, and create a clear, workable path forward, both for themselves and their children.
I understand the realities of divorce, not just professionally, but personally. Having navigated my own high-conflict divorce, I bring both extensive clinical expertise and real-life understanding to this work. I provide both support and strategic guidance, helping you gain clarity, manage difficult communication, and make decisions that move you forward.
I work with adults who are healing from domestic violence, coercive control, family conflict, relationship trauma, and other experiences involving power, control, and harm.
My approach is trauma-informed, survivor-centered, culturally responsive, and collaborative. Drawing from EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and relational approaches, I help clients explore personal, relational, cultural, and systemic influences on their experiences while identifying strengths, adaptive strategies, and opportunities for meaningful change.
I work with adults who are healing from domestic violence, coercive control, family conflict, relationship trauma, and other experiences involving power, control, and harm.
My approach is trauma-informed, survivor-centered, culturally responsive, and collaborative. Drawing from EMDR, CBT, mindfulness, and relational approaches, I help clients explore personal, relational, cultural, and systemic influences on their experiences while identifying strengths, adaptive strategies, and opportunities for meaningful change.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
My ideal client is simply a client who is ready to make a change. No matter the presenting problem, all I need from my client is an open mind and a readiness for change.
My experiences include working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as addressing stress management of parents with infants/young children. I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker and an Endorsed Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Professional who takes a family-systems approach in my work, with a cognitive-behavioral orientation. My therapy style is empathetic and transparent, client-centered, and focused on instilling hope through a sense of empowerment in all.
My experiences include working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as addressing stress management of parents with infants/young children. I am a Licensed Clinical Social worker and an Endorsed Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Professional who takes a family-systems approach in my work, with a cognitive-behavioral orientation. My therapy style is empathetic and transparent, client-centered, and focused on instilling hope through a sense of empowerment in all.
Marisa Christine Bonamassa-Cimino
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I also support individuals healing from trauma or abuse who may be struggling with self-esteem, boundaries or trusting themselves again.
I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach and tailor therapy to each individual’s needs. Drawing from cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and mindfulness-based techniques, I help clients manage anxiety, process trauma, strengthen self-worth and build practical coping and boundary-setting skills in a supportive and compassionate environment.
I also support individuals healing from trauma or abuse who may be struggling with self-esteem, boundaries or trusting themselves again.
I use a client-centered, trauma-informed approach and tailor therapy to each individual’s needs. Drawing from cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and mindfulness-based techniques, I help clients manage anxiety, process trauma, strengthen self-worth and build practical coping and boundary-setting skills in a supportive and compassionate environment.
I have extensive experience working with victims of domestic violence and intimate partner violence as well as childhood and adult traumas.
My greatest passion is sitting with individuals as they become enlightened, unburdened & encouraged through the power of talk therapy. I consider it a privilege when anyone shares their life challenges with me in pursuit of support and guidance. External conditions may not change but through counseling, one's perspective and responses can change, leading to improved mental health. Struggles & pressures in life do not have to dictate or determine your identity or emotions but they can be used to produce growth and realization of personal strengths & potentials as we all have the ability to change. Citas en Español están disponible.
I have extensive experience working with victims of domestic violence and intimate partner violence as well as childhood and adult traumas.
My greatest passion is sitting with individuals as they become enlightened, unburdened & encouraged through the power of talk therapy. I consider it a privilege when anyone shares their life challenges with me in pursuit of support and guidance. External conditions may not change but through counseling, one's perspective and responses can change, leading to improved mental health. Struggles & pressures in life do not have to dictate or determine your identity or emotions but they can be used to produce growth and realization of personal strengths & potentials as we all have the ability to change. Citas en Español están disponible.
You look like you're holding it together, but inside you're exhausted. Whether you're navigating a relationship ending, career change, identity shift, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can help you understand the patterns keeping you from the life you want.
You look like you're holding it together, but inside you're exhausted. Whether you're navigating a relationship ending, career change, identity shift, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can help you understand the patterns keeping you from the life you want.
Taking the first steps towards therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space for women, couples, and older adults seeking healing, personal growth, and stronger relationships. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions while building confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Taking the first steps towards therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to face it alone. I provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space for women, couples, and older adults seeking healing, personal growth, and stronger relationships. I help clients navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions while building confidence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing. Together, we'll identify what's keeping you stuck, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Christian Counseling : Multi-Faith & Multicultural
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, DAPA, FAPA, DMinc
1 Endorsed
North Brunswick, NJ 08902
I am a successful Spanish and English Psychotherapist I counsel both Christians and non Christians in a confidential, caring and compassionate environment. ! am here to walk with you on this journey of pain to healing, restoration, peace and joy. My approach is an integrative wholistic therapy that involves spirit, soul and body. I believe in in-depth development of a healthy lifestyle rather than temporal symptom relief. It is a life rewarding time of growth and change. William James says:"The minute a man ceases to grow, no matter what his years, that minute he begins to be old"
I am a successful Spanish and English Psychotherapist I counsel both Christians and non Christians in a confidential, caring and compassionate environment. ! am here to walk with you on this journey of pain to healing, restoration, peace and joy. My approach is an integrative wholistic therapy that involves spirit, soul and body. I believe in in-depth development of a healthy lifestyle rather than temporal symptom relief. It is a life rewarding time of growth and change. William James says:"The minute a man ceases to grow, no matter what his years, that minute he begins to be old"
I have specialized training in working with survivors of sexual violence and approach my work with a trauma-informed, compassionate lens.
I strongly believe that we all have inner strengths that can guide us through our individual journeys. I am trained in EMDR therapy and also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and maintain a strengths-based, solution-focused approach to treatment.
I have specialized training in working with survivors of sexual violence and approach my work with a trauma-informed, compassionate lens.
I strongly believe that we all have inner strengths that can guide us through our individual journeys. I am trained in EMDR therapy and also incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and maintain a strengths-based, solution-focused approach to treatment.
HI! I am an LCSW and am licensed in NJ and FL. I have been very successful with working with individual grief therapy, anxiety and depression, OCD, bi-polar disorder and everyday stress management. I can offer life coaching and have experience with health issues and end of life care. I also work with behavioral change. The key is to promote positive change and work on life management skills. Some treatment options are cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and brief therapy.
I am in the process of receiving a certificate in nutrition as i believe it plays a role in our overall sense of well-being.
HI! I am an LCSW and am licensed in NJ and FL. I have been very successful with working with individual grief therapy, anxiety and depression, OCD, bi-polar disorder and everyday stress management. I can offer life coaching and have experience with health issues and end of life care. I also work with behavioral change. The key is to promote positive change and work on life management skills. Some treatment options are cognitive behavioral therapy, client centered therapy, and brief therapy.
I am in the process of receiving a certificate in nutrition as i believe it plays a role in our overall sense of well-being.
People always ask me if the journey or destination is more important? I think both are important; However, I believe what's most important is the company you keep.
Everything in life has to do with those moments of connection and experiences of interrelating to others and the world around you. You can have a badass sense of independence, while still feeling the need to belong. Friendship, support, and love are vital parts of human happiness. I can guide you in having a better relationship with yourself and others. I specialize in every different type of relationship and life transition-related issues.
People always ask me if the journey or destination is more important? I think both are important; However, I believe what's most important is the company you keep.
Everything in life has to do with those moments of connection and experiences of interrelating to others and the world around you. You can have a badass sense of independence, while still feeling the need to belong. Friendship, support, and love are vital parts of human happiness. I can guide you in having a better relationship with yourself and others. I specialize in every different type of relationship and life transition-related issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced traumatic life events and supporting them along their journey toward healing. My practice is deeply rooted in meeting people where they are by working from a Trauma-Informed, culturally humble, humanistic approach.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and certified in Perinatal Mental Health. I am passionate about working with those who have experienced traumatic life events and supporting them along their journey toward healing. My practice is deeply rooted in meeting people where they are by working from a Trauma-Informed, culturally humble, humanistic approach.
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Domestic Abuse Therapists
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognize that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.
When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.
What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.
How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.