Therapists in South Amboy, NJ

Understanding our past, navigating our present, and hoping for a better tomorrow has and will always one's biggest challenge. My goals is to be there with you throughout this journey, helping you make sense of everything. I have been working with children, adults, families, and couples in various settings. I am confident that I can assist you with developing the necessary tools you need to manage your issues at hand.
Understanding our past, navigating our present, and hoping for a better tomorrow has and will always one's biggest challenge. My goals is to be there with you throughout this journey, helping you make sense of everything. I have been working with children, adults, families, and couples in various settings. I am confident that I can assist you with developing the necessary tools you need to manage your issues at hand.

It took an immense amount of courage for you to be on here right now, searching for help and allowing yourself to be vulnerable. Without even meeting you, I'm already proud of you. This doesn't have to be a scary process and I'm here to guide you each step of the way. My passion lies in helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, grief and loss, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, addiction, and navigating life transitions. My clients describe me as down-to-earth, with a combination of empathy and practical guidance. I believe that therapy has the power to transform lives and I'm ready to meet you where you are at!
It took an immense amount of courage for you to be on here right now, searching for help and allowing yourself to be vulnerable. Without even meeting you, I'm already proud of you. This doesn't have to be a scary process and I'm here to guide you each step of the way. My passion lies in helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, grief and loss, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, addiction, and navigating life transitions. My clients describe me as down-to-earth, with a combination of empathy and practical guidance. I believe that therapy has the power to transform lives and I'm ready to meet you where you are at!

Are you facing fears, anxiety and/or depression. Feeling overwhelmed or confused on how to handle what life has thrown your way. You may feel alone and unsure of your next step in life. Why not allow yourself permission to release and engage with a professional, willing to hear you and teach you coping skills when facing negative thoughts. Struggling with school or work and have many questions racing through your mind as you are trying to sleep, let us talk about it and come up with a plan unique to your mental health needs .
Are you facing fears, anxiety and/or depression. Feeling overwhelmed or confused on how to handle what life has thrown your way. You may feel alone and unsure of your next step in life. Why not allow yourself permission to release and engage with a professional, willing to hear you and teach you coping skills when facing negative thoughts. Struggling with school or work and have many questions racing through your mind as you are trying to sleep, let us talk about it and come up with a plan unique to your mental health needs .

Brian S. Ruiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Not accepting new clients
By focusing on a future vision that resonates with your values and aspirations, you can empower yourself to make choices today that foster balance and fulfillment. Life brings challenges—whether stress, anxiety, or changing circumstances. The key is moving toward your desired outcome. Together, we’ll identify your strengths and resources, building on what you’ve already cultivated to help you thrive and move towards your preferred future.
By focusing on a future vision that resonates with your values and aspirations, you can empower yourself to make choices today that foster balance and fulfillment. Life brings challenges—whether stress, anxiety, or changing circumstances. The key is moving toward your desired outcome. Together, we’ll identify your strengths and resources, building on what you’ve already cultivated to help you thrive and move towards your preferred future.

I have been a Licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts since 1996 and recently returned to my home state of New Jersey. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and skills in counseling people with mental health, substance abuse, and relationship issues. I practiced in mental health outpatient clinics, substance abuse clinics, and in group practices. I work with individuals, couples, families, different age groups, and people from various backgrounds. I work with different issues and utilize different methods. I have a special interest in doing Couple Therapy and Substance Abuse Treatment.
I have been a Licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts since 1996 and recently returned to my home state of New Jersey. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and skills in counseling people with mental health, substance abuse, and relationship issues. I practiced in mental health outpatient clinics, substance abuse clinics, and in group practices. I work with individuals, couples, families, different age groups, and people from various backgrounds. I work with different issues and utilize different methods. I have a special interest in doing Couple Therapy and Substance Abuse Treatment.

I specialize in counseling to individuals and families coping with relationship issues, parent-child issues, and extended family issues that are exacerbated by alcohol and substance abuse.
I specialize in counseling to individuals and families coping with relationship issues, parent-child issues, and extended family issues that are exacerbated by alcohol and substance abuse.

I am a clinical therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adults and couples. I am passionate about helping clients experience growth, healing and greater balance in their lives. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, addiction, relationship issues, grief or loss, I am here to help. I offer compassionate support and the opportunity for deepened insight and new coping strategies. I use an integrative approach based on individual needs and draw from many perspectives including: CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and psychotherapy.
I am a clinical therapist with over 20 years of experience working with adults and couples. I am passionate about helping clients experience growth, healing and greater balance in their lives. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, addiction, relationship issues, grief or loss, I am here to help. I offer compassionate support and the opportunity for deepened insight and new coping strategies. I use an integrative approach based on individual needs and draw from many perspectives including: CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and psychotherapy.

We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!

Our past experiences can influence our perception of the present and can potentially have the power to influence our future, if we allow it.
Are you struggling with managing anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, ongoing stressors, and/or interpersonal/intrapersonal conflict? Are you looking to learn healthier and more effective ways to cope and manage?
Let’s work together to help you become the best version of yourself that you know you’re capable of.
Our past experiences can influence our perception of the present and can potentially have the power to influence our future, if we allow it.
Are you struggling with managing anxiety, depression, trauma, adjustment, ongoing stressors, and/or interpersonal/intrapersonal conflict? Are you looking to learn healthier and more effective ways to cope and manage?
Let’s work together to help you become the best version of yourself that you know you’re capable of.

Talking about our problems is never easy, let alone acknowledging we may need help and support, but I hope to make that process a little easier by providing a safe and supportive environment for you to heal and grow in. Just like your local Planet Fitness, this too is a judgment free zone! If you’re looking for a space where you can talk openly and honestly, sarcasm included, then I can help create that space for you.
I also offer ESA Letters for housing purposes.
Call or message me to ask how we can set up a consult to be screened.
Talking about our problems is never easy, let alone acknowledging we may need help and support, but I hope to make that process a little easier by providing a safe and supportive environment for you to heal and grow in. Just like your local Planet Fitness, this too is a judgment free zone! If you’re looking for a space where you can talk openly and honestly, sarcasm included, then I can help create that space for you.
I also offer ESA Letters for housing purposes.
Call or message me to ask how we can set up a consult to be screened.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, justice involvement, self esteem and confidence, as well as depression and grief. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I actively engage with clients to assist in challenging unhealthy thinking patterns and coping skills; allowing them to recognize the desired changes and goals.
I am licensed in New Jersey with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, justice involvement, self esteem and confidence, as well as depression and grief. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I actively engage with clients to assist in challenging unhealthy thinking patterns and coping skills; allowing them to recognize the desired changes and goals.

Hi! I am Maria Giera, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor(NCC). Using a wide range of therapeutic interventions, I help clients implement new coping strategies to help reduce their symptoms. We all desire to be heard. Listening, creating a safe and supportive environment to explore your emotions and experiences, I meet you where you are. I believe that it is important to create a supportive environment while achieving individual goals.
Hi! I am Maria Giera, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey and a Nationally Board Certified Counselor(NCC). Using a wide range of therapeutic interventions, I help clients implement new coping strategies to help reduce their symptoms. We all desire to be heard. Listening, creating a safe and supportive environment to explore your emotions and experiences, I meet you where you are. I believe that it is important to create a supportive environment while achieving individual goals.

Feeling unseen and unheard can be exhausting. If you're overwhelmed by life's demands, struggling to set boundaries, or unable to express your true feelings, know that you're not alone. The rapid changes in our world can outpace the support once offered by family and cultural norms, leaving many feeling purposeless and disconnected. I recognize these challenges and am committed to helping you navigate these obstacles to find peace and serenity.
Feeling unseen and unheard can be exhausting. If you're overwhelmed by life's demands, struggling to set boundaries, or unable to express your true feelings, know that you're not alone. The rapid changes in our world can outpace the support once offered by family and cultural norms, leaving many feeling purposeless and disconnected. I recognize these challenges and am committed to helping you navigate these obstacles to find peace and serenity.

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.

I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), who is well experienced working with children, teens, families, elders, and their caregivers for 10 + years. I graduated from Rutgers, The State University of NJ, with my Master’s Degree in Social Work, with high honors over 10 years ago. I also have an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology. I am grateful that I have had the privilege to have worked in multiple capacities from Residential Group Homes for children, teens, and young adults to working with toddlers and parents in Preschools and Head Start.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW), who is well experienced working with children, teens, families, elders, and their caregivers for 10 + years. I graduated from Rutgers, The State University of NJ, with my Master’s Degree in Social Work, with high honors over 10 years ago. I also have an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology. I am grateful that I have had the privilege to have worked in multiple capacities from Residential Group Homes for children, teens, and young adults to working with toddlers and parents in Preschools and Head Start.

You are worth it! I am a licensed therapist that treats adolescents and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, substance abuse, and mood disorders. Over the years, I have helped hundreds of teens, adults, & families working to address the root causes of issues, resulting in healing & growth. My style is compassionate and person-centered.
You are worth it! I am a licensed therapist that treats adolescents and adults. I specialize in depression, anxiety, OCD, personality disorders, substance abuse, and mood disorders. Over the years, I have helped hundreds of teens, adults, & families working to address the root causes of issues, resulting in healing & growth. My style is compassionate and person-centered.

Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.

When your emotions feel intense, or your relationship feels like it’s on shaky ground, it’s easy to wonder if things will ever change. I work with adults and couples who are feeling overwhelmed—by conflict, disconnection, anxiety, or the pressure to hold everything together. Whether you’re navigating dating, divorce, or disordered eating, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and the people around you. In our work together, you can expect a structured, supportive space focused on building skills that actually help you feel better.
When your emotions feel intense, or your relationship feels like it’s on shaky ground, it’s easy to wonder if things will ever change. I work with adults and couples who are feeling overwhelmed—by conflict, disconnection, anxiety, or the pressure to hold everything together. Whether you’re navigating dating, divorce, or disordered eating, therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and the people around you. In our work together, you can expect a structured, supportive space focused on building skills that actually help you feel better.
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Making that phone call and choosing a therapist can be challenging but it is the first step towards improving your current situation and the quality of your life. I provide a safe, positive, non-judgmental and warm environment where together we can explore ways to embrace change and find the fulfillment and life balance you long for. I believe in building on your strengths and empowering you to make the choices and changes that make sense to you.
Making that phone call and choosing a therapist can be challenging but it is the first step towards improving your current situation and the quality of your life. I provide a safe, positive, non-judgmental and warm environment where together we can explore ways to embrace change and find the fulfillment and life balance you long for. I believe in building on your strengths and empowering you to make the choices and changes that make sense to you.

Greetings, I'm Eileen Carmona, a licensed clinical social worker with over 5 years of diverse experience. From substance use disorder treatment centers to providing in-home therapy for at-risk youth, I've assisted clients in managing anxiety, stress, depression, and more. Together, we'll craft a plan and set achievable goals for a balanced life. Your comfort and safety are paramount in our sessions. Over time, we'll address life's challenges and cultivate a positive perspective on problem-solving. Together, we can overcome obstacles and thrive!
Greetings, I'm Eileen Carmona, a licensed clinical social worker with over 5 years of diverse experience. From substance use disorder treatment centers to providing in-home therapy for at-risk youth, I've assisted clients in managing anxiety, stress, depression, and more. Together, we'll craft a plan and set achievable goals for a balanced life. Your comfort and safety are paramount in our sessions. Over time, we'll address life's challenges and cultivate a positive perspective on problem-solving. Together, we can overcome obstacles and thrive!
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Number of Therapists in South Amboy, NJ
10+
Average cost per session
$130
Therapists in South Amboy, NJ who prioritize treating:
100% | Anxiety |
94% | Depression |
83% | Relationship Issues |
72% | Family Conflict |
72% | Coping Skills |
72% | Self Esteem |
67% | Stress |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
94% | Aetna |
89% | Cigna and Evernorth |
78% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in South Amboy, NJ see their clients
78% | Online Only | |
22% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
86% | Female | |
14% | Male |
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How can I find a therapist in South Amboy?
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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.
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’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.
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.
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.
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.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
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.
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.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.