Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists in Sayreville, NJ
OFFERING TELEHEALTH SESSION. Have you ever thought of change as loss? Even positive change can trigger loss, like starting a new job, graduation or moving into a new home. When we move forward, we leave something behind. Adjust. Readjust. Grief is normal and is an entire emotional process of coping with a loss. Are you struggling with a stressful life transition, depression, anxiety, illness, divorce, work/life imbalance, loss of a pet, an empty nest, unsatisfying relationships? I would like to help you manage your struggles, learn self care and find your inner strength. The grief process doesn’t look or feel the same for anyone.
OFFERING TELEHEALTH SESSION. Have you ever thought of change as loss? Even positive change can trigger loss, like starting a new job, graduation or moving into a new home. When we move forward, we leave something behind. Adjust. Readjust. Grief is normal and is an entire emotional process of coping with a loss. Are you struggling with a stressful life transition, depression, anxiety, illness, divorce, work/life imbalance, loss of a pet, an empty nest, unsatisfying relationships? I would like to help you manage your struggles, learn self care and find your inner strength. The grief process doesn’t look or feel the same for anyone.
I seek to partner with those who have a genuine curiosity about themselves, their history and their future, and have a true interest in self empowerment, healing and growth.
I seek to partner with those who have a genuine curiosity about themselves, their history and their future, and have a true interest in self empowerment, healing and growth.
In our work together, I show up as my full self, not just as a therapist, but as a human. You don’t have to hide any parts of yourself here; every piece of you is welcome.
I believe you already have the capacity for growth and change within you. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you, it’s about uncovering your strengths, making sense of what feels stuck, and finding new ways forward that actually work for you. My goal is to make therapy feel meaningful, practical, and grounded in your real life. I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, body image, perfectionism, and self-doubt...
In our work together, I show up as my full self, not just as a therapist, but as a human. You don’t have to hide any parts of yourself here; every piece of you is welcome.
I believe you already have the capacity for growth and change within you. Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you, it’s about uncovering your strengths, making sense of what feels stuck, and finding new ways forward that actually work for you. My goal is to make therapy feel meaningful, practical, and grounded in your real life. I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating anxiety, life transitions, body image, perfectionism, and self-doubt...
My therapy style is grounded in aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness based approaches.
Change and healing can be a difficult journey to endure alone, and finding a therapist to help you through is often the hardest step that you can take. I want to make that first step as comfortable as possible by offering a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach. I believe in the importance of building trust within the therapeutic relationship to provide you a safe space to nurture hope and gain insight into your own struggles. Our work together will help you learn creative and realistic coping strategies to assist in managing tough emotions, improve communication, reduce stress, and increase self-acceptance.
My therapy style is grounded in aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness based approaches.
Change and healing can be a difficult journey to endure alone, and finding a therapist to help you through is often the hardest step that you can take. I want to make that first step as comfortable as possible by offering a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach. I believe in the importance of building trust within the therapeutic relationship to provide you a safe space to nurture hope and gain insight into your own struggles. Our work together will help you learn creative and realistic coping strategies to assist in managing tough emotions, improve communication, reduce stress, and increase self-acceptance.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2010. In addition to providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, I also routinely provide supervision hours for LSW’s and LAC’s working on achieving their clinical licenses. My goal is to provide a compassionate, respectful and safe environment in order for you to explore and capitalize on your strengths to help you face life's challenges head on. I utilize evidence-based techniques and a person-centered approach, working with you from where you are at the present time.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in practice since 2010. In addition to providing individual, couples, and family psychotherapy, I also routinely provide supervision hours for LSW’s and LAC’s working on achieving their clinical licenses. My goal is to provide a compassionate, respectful and safe environment in order for you to explore and capitalize on your strengths to help you face life's challenges head on. I utilize evidence-based techniques and a person-centered approach, working with you from where you are at the present time.
Hello! My name is Sara Viola, LCSW. I’m a licensed psychotherapist specializing in trauma-informed and integrative therapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and the lasting impact of past experiences, including complex trauma (C-PTSD).
I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from multiple frameworks to meet each person where they’re at. My work focuses on helping clients process and work through trauma, understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns, and shift internal narratives that no longer feel supportive or aligned.
Hello! My name is Sara Viola, LCSW. I’m a licensed psychotherapist specializing in trauma-informed and integrative therapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and the lasting impact of past experiences, including complex trauma (C-PTSD).
I take an integrative approach to therapy, drawing from multiple frameworks to meet each person where they’re at. My work focuses on helping clients process and work through trauma, understand how past experiences continue to shape present patterns, and shift internal narratives that no longer feel supportive or aligned.
Hello! I'm Jessica, a psychotherapist here to help you learn more about yourself and live a more fulfilling life. I work primarily with young adults, adults and teenagers. I specialize in anxiety and depression, as well as trauma, relationship issues and women's issues. My approach to therapy is helping my clients learn more about themselves and empowering them to make changes that will meet their goals. My clients can expect to feel more self-aware and at peace with themselves. They can also expect to have a greater understanding of their emotions and triggers. With therapy, I hope to help others feel more authentic and confident.
Hello! I'm Jessica, a psychotherapist here to help you learn more about yourself and live a more fulfilling life. I work primarily with young adults, adults and teenagers. I specialize in anxiety and depression, as well as trauma, relationship issues and women's issues. My approach to therapy is helping my clients learn more about themselves and empowering them to make changes that will meet their goals. My clients can expect to feel more self-aware and at peace with themselves. They can also expect to have a greater understanding of their emotions and triggers. With therapy, I hope to help others feel more authentic and confident.
You are motivated and determined to take life head on, but sometimes, life gets in the way and you struggle to be the best version of you possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, or adjusting to life changes, you deserve to have someone truly hear you and validate your feelings while working through life's curve balls. You deserve a safe place and compassionate ear for you to be heard and understood. You are courageous and will overcome any obstacle or trigger life puts in your way.
You are motivated and determined to take life head on, but sometimes, life gets in the way and you struggle to be the best version of you possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, or adjusting to life changes, you deserve to have someone truly hear you and validate your feelings while working through life's curve balls. You deserve a safe place and compassionate ear for you to be heard and understood. You are courageous and will overcome any obstacle or trigger life puts in your way.
As a 30 year practicing LCADC,my work is rooted in the belief that healing is possible for every individual, regardless of their past or present struggles. My professional journey has been shaped by a deep commitment to walking alongside clients as they navigate the complex terrain of mental health, substance use, trauma, and personal growth. I am committed to ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and advocacy for accessible, ethical, and inclusive mental health care. I believe that by continuing to grow as a clinician, I can better serve those who entrust me with their stories—and help them reclaim hope & purpose.
As a 30 year practicing LCADC,my work is rooted in the belief that healing is possible for every individual, regardless of their past or present struggles. My professional journey has been shaped by a deep commitment to walking alongside clients as they navigate the complex terrain of mental health, substance use, trauma, and personal growth. I am committed to ongoing professional development, clinical supervision, and advocacy for accessible, ethical, and inclusive mental health care. I believe that by continuing to grow as a clinician, I can better serve those who entrust me with their stories—and help them reclaim hope & purpose.
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Welcome to Center for Healthy Minds. This is an online private practice designed to support adults experiencing day-to day life stressors. I treat mood disorders, anxiety disorders, disruptive behavioral disorders, and other trauma or stress-related concerns with evidence-based practices. My main goal is to help clients achieve and maintain mental health wellness by assisting with learning healthy coping skills, decision making, stress management, anger management, social skills, career development, crisis planning/management, identifying inner strengths, and practicing self-care.
Welcome to Center for Healthy Minds. This is an online private practice designed to support adults experiencing day-to day life stressors. I treat mood disorders, anxiety disorders, disruptive behavioral disorders, and other trauma or stress-related concerns with evidence-based practices. My main goal is to help clients achieve and maintain mental health wellness by assisting with learning healthy coping skills, decision making, stress management, anger management, social skills, career development, crisis planning/management, identifying inner strengths, and practicing self-care.
Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. You might be dealing with anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, or patterns that keep repeating despite your insight and effort. Therapy with me is a space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and create real, lasting change. My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT with deeper work around attachment, trauma, and parts (IFS-informed).
Many of my clients are high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected on the inside. You might be dealing with anxiety, burnout, relationship stress, or patterns that keep repeating despite your insight and effort. Therapy with me is a space to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and create real, lasting change. My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT and DBT with deeper work around attachment, trauma, and parts (IFS-informed).
Sheronda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who believes that meaningful change begins when clients feel truly seen, understood, and empowered. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, stress management, and perinatal mood disorders. With over 10 years of experience, Sheronda has had the privilege of working with diverse clients from a wide range of cultural backgrounds across community agencies and school settings.
Sheronda is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who believes that meaningful change begins when clients feel truly seen, understood, and empowered. She specializes in supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, stress management, and perinatal mood disorders. With over 10 years of experience, Sheronda has had the privilege of working with diverse clients from a wide range of cultural backgrounds across community agencies and school settings.
Are you feeling down or overwhelmed? Are things not working out despite your best efforts? If so, my first priority is to listen to you in such a way that you are not only left feeling heard and understood, but to also pinpoint what is actually keeping you stuck. As a team, we'll develop an individualized plan to get you unstuck. My approach is based on your specific needs and what will work best for you. In doing so, I'll provide you with some highly effective tools to help you feel and get better sooner than later. I work with clients who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety/panic/OCD, addiction, ADHD and relationship issues
Are you feeling down or overwhelmed? Are things not working out despite your best efforts? If so, my first priority is to listen to you in such a way that you are not only left feeling heard and understood, but to also pinpoint what is actually keeping you stuck. As a team, we'll develop an individualized plan to get you unstuck. My approach is based on your specific needs and what will work best for you. In doing so, I'll provide you with some highly effective tools to help you feel and get better sooner than later. I work with clients who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety/panic/OCD, addiction, ADHD and relationship issues
My journey into the field began as a teenager in therapy, igniting a passion for helping others. A pivotal moment came while working as a summer camp music teacher when a young camper in crisis climbed to the roof, threatening to jump. Talking him down safely transformed my perspective: I realized that people need tools to navigate life’s challenges even more than they need to learn new skills like playing the trumpet. That experience redirected my path toward psychology and, ultimately, social work, where I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals find hope and healing.
My journey into the field began as a teenager in therapy, igniting a passion for helping others. A pivotal moment came while working as a summer camp music teacher when a young camper in crisis climbed to the roof, threatening to jump. Talking him down safely transformed my perspective: I realized that people need tools to navigate life’s challenges even more than they need to learn new skills like playing the trumpet. That experience redirected my path toward psychology and, ultimately, social work, where I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals find hope and healing.
I specialize in DBT, CBT, trauma-focused care, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I’m especially passionate about working with women who are ready to heal from trauma and create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. Many of the women I work with are navigating the impact of past experiences while also managing current life stressors, relationships, and expectations. They often want to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to themselves — not just surviving, but truly living. Their goals typically include building emotional resilience, strengthening boundaries, deepening self-worth, and becoming the healthiest, most authentic version of themselves.
I specialize in DBT, CBT, trauma-focused care, and mindfulness-based approaches.
I’m especially passionate about working with women who are ready to heal from trauma and create a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. Many of the women I work with are navigating the impact of past experiences while also managing current life stressors, relationships, and expectations. They often want to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to themselves — not just surviving, but truly living. Their goals typically include building emotional resilience, strengthening boundaries, deepening self-worth, and becoming the healthiest, most authentic version of themselves.
As the Founder of Navesink Wellness Center, my team and I have created a unique treatment approach that goes beyond managing symptoms to uncover the root causes of emotional challenges. We believe that lasting change happens when we understand the deeper reasons behind our feelings - allowing us to address the underlying patterns rather than the surface struggles.
Our collaborative approach brings together the expertise of multiple disciplines to provide a complete view of each client’s needs. We combine ongoing connection with a comprehensive approach to address both the origin of the challenges and the symptoms they create.
As the Founder of Navesink Wellness Center, my team and I have created a unique treatment approach that goes beyond managing symptoms to uncover the root causes of emotional challenges. We believe that lasting change happens when we understand the deeper reasons behind our feelings - allowing us to address the underlying patterns rather than the surface struggles.
Our collaborative approach brings together the expertise of multiple disciplines to provide a complete view of each client’s needs. We combine ongoing connection with a comprehensive approach to address both the origin of the challenges and the symptoms they create.
Does the future look bleak? Are you feeling lost and alone?
Whether you've been in therapy before and you're looking to get back into the practice, or this is your first time exploring therapy, contact me and see if we'll be a good match. I'm looking forward to hearing from you!
Does the future look bleak? Are you feeling lost and alone?
Whether you've been in therapy before and you're looking to get back into the practice, or this is your first time exploring therapy, contact me and see if we'll be a good match. I'm looking forward to hearing from you!
He is most familiar with cognitive behavioral therapy (identifying cognitive distortions, rating scales, thought records), dialectical behavioral therapy ( mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance) and motivational interviewing.
Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.
He is most familiar with cognitive behavioral therapy (identifying cognitive distortions, rating scales, thought records), dialectical behavioral therapy ( mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance) and motivational interviewing.
Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.
My Clients are individuals, couples and or families. We deal with a range of issues including family communications, personality disorders, dependency issues, and fidelity/estrangement issues. I have been in practice for over 25 years and am licensed in New Jersey, Florida and am currently in the process of being licensed in New York. I have been in practice of over 25 years and currently meet clients only via secured telehealth (Skype, Facetime, etc.). I have also been a University Professor, Art History and am a Practicing Catholic Priest for 50 Years. The Practice is secular Marriage and Family Therapy.
My Clients are individuals, couples and or families. We deal with a range of issues including family communications, personality disorders, dependency issues, and fidelity/estrangement issues. I have been in practice for over 25 years and am licensed in New Jersey, Florida and am currently in the process of being licensed in New York. I have been in practice of over 25 years and currently meet clients only via secured telehealth (Skype, Facetime, etc.). I have also been a University Professor, Art History and am a Practicing Catholic Priest for 50 Years. The Practice is secular Marriage and Family Therapy.
My name is Beth, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy to clients throughout New Jersey. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Monmouth University, with a focus on Clinical Practice. I began my career in child welfare and have since worked with individuals experiencing a range of challenges including mental health concerns, homelessness, substance use, and end-of-life care. Through working with diverse populations, I developed a strong interest in understanding trauma and the powerful connection between mind and body.
My name is Beth, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing therapy to clients throughout New Jersey. I earned both my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Monmouth University, with a focus on Clinical Practice. I began my career in child welfare and have since worked with individuals experiencing a range of challenges including mental health concerns, homelessness, substance use, and end-of-life care. Through working with diverse populations, I developed a strong interest in understanding trauma and the powerful connection between mind and body.
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Mindfulness-Based (MBCT) Therapists
How does mindfulness-based cognitive therapy work?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy originated in the work of John Kabat-Zinn of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. He developed mindfulness-based stress reduction, which is a technique found in yoga and meditation. MBCT is a combination of this type of stress reduction and cognitive behavioral therapy; it essentially quiets emotional distress through mindfulness, utilizing proper breathing and meditation. These techniques aim to bring the individual into the present moment when in a state of distress.
When do I know if I need treatment with mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
If an individual’s mind is filled with emotional distress and general negativity, the person may feel trapped. A mindfulness-based cognitive therapist can help a person change their thinking patterns as well as their behavior through calm acceptance and compassion. This therapy can provide an individual with the coping skills needed for a healthier and more constructive life.
What should I expect from mindfulness-based cognitive therapy?
This therapy often takes place in group sessions. A therapist will work with the group as well as with each individual. Meditation and breathing exercises are core practices that aim to invite inquiry and discovery into a person’s troubled mental state. The objective is to identify and lessen negative thoughts and behaviors and move toward optimal health and productivity. The individual will see life in a more realistic way. This therapy is supportive, accepting, and warm.
Is mindfulness-based cognitive therapy effective?
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is evidence-based and effective. One study found that people with major depressive disorder have benefitted from this type of therapy; the person accepts their distressed thoughts and also moves into healthier patterns of thinking. This therapy also aims to move an individual away from automatic negative responses. This type of therapy can bring a person lifelong change, with higher levels of satisfaction, less stress, as well as positive emotional and behavioral habits.