Dual Diagnosis Therapists in Summit, NJ

Mary Ann Maino-Socienski is a licensed clinical social worker. Mary Ann helps her patients find solutions to real-life problems by setting realistic goals to calm their body and mind. Her patients often find themselves actively enjoying their therapy sessions, rather than simply going through the motions. She aims to inspire her patients to make positive changes in their lives. Mary Ann has been providing therapy since 2010 and works with patients ages 12-64. She uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, motivational interviewing, and breath work.

Maria Luisa Molina is a licensed clinical social worker. During sessions with Maria, patients can expect a safe, non-judgmental environment where they can explore their struggles and concerns. Maria understands that each of her patients has unique needs and goals. She aims to help them believe they can start implementing changes to accomplish these goals. Maria has been a clinician since 2013. She has worked at intensive in-home therapeutic programs, residential programs, and hospital settings.

Holly’s experience as a therapist has led her to understand the importance of connecting with individuals, joining them in their journey to heal, grow and realize their true potential. Guiding clients to develop effective strategies and techniques to recover from a wide range of addictive behaviors, life challenges and mental health concerns while helping them to recognize their own personal strengths and talents has been beneficial in helping clients achieve ongoing success and optimal wellness.

Welcome to a totally virtual private practice, enabled to help you have therapy sessions from the comfort of your own home to residents of New York and New Jersey. Whether you have been struggling to heal from issues over the past 20 years, or this past year in particular has uncovered symptoms that you were not aware of, there has been no better time to reach out for support. Whether you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, struggling to adjust to certain changes in your life, I encourage you to reach out to connect!

Melissa believes in providing a comfortable and accepting environment where you can expect to receive unwavering empathy, warmth, and kindness. She truly values individual experiences and perspectives. She strives to offer a personalized and collaborative approach to promote healing and growth. Melissa maintains a focus on strengths-based practices to encourage clients to feel empowered and confident in effectively managing many of life’s greatest challenges.

Hello! My name is Allie, and I am a professional counselor. I decided to become a counselor because I enjoy being a support system. I have worked in partial care transitional housing facilities and have an extensive background in providing outpatient counseling services. I use a trauma-informed, holistic, and strengths-based approach with all my clients. I also commonly use CBT, MI, expressive therapy, and solution-focused strategies in sessions. Most recently, I was trained in TF-CBT by the CARES institute for adolescent survivors of abuse.

If you're ready to embrace change, I'd love to support you along your journey. My ideal client would be willing to work together consistently to address any needs, struggles, or issues, to build self-understanding, and to strive toward personal goals and happiness.

My ideal client is one who is willing to explore uncomfortable areas in their life and understand that vulnerability is part of the process. One of the most important parts of therapy to me is highlighting accountability and what roles we play in our own lives. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with relationship issues, self-esteem, irrational thinking, and life adjustments. A client who can pinpoint what they would like to improve in their life and request a little bit of guidance along the way is an ideal client. Their goal is not to be perfect but to improve their day-to-day life a little more each day.

Gina Levi has extensive experience working with adults, children, and couples from various cultural backgrounds. Her background consists of various settings including foster care and adoption, school, community centers as well as grief and bereavement counseling. Gina focuses on mindfulness and a holistic approach to help her clients make meaningful changes. Gina creates a safe space where her clients are encouraged to share their feelings as well as set and meet unique goals.

I believe strongly that clients come in all different shapes and sizes and from different walks of life. Therefore, I do not have an ideal client, as my wish is to help anyone who needs it regardless of their experiences, needs, and goals. I welcome the experiences I will gain from having diverse clients.

I specialize in Trauma & PTSD, Domestic Violence, and Anxiety. My ideal client is ready to be open and accepting of the therapeutic process, committed to participating and collaborating. My ideal client is looking to either begin or continue their healing journey from the past to gain a more insightful and healthy perspective on life in the now and future.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - 20 years experience. Graduated from Fordham University with MSW. Two (2) separate offices located in Summit and Madison, New Jersey. Summit Office is handicapped accessible. Work with individuals, couples and children over the age of 13, usually in a family setting. I have a sub specialty in Substance Abuse. My orientation is cognitive therapy based, psychodynamic, insight oriented, behavioral therapy.

Christine Ruiz is a licensed clinical social worker. Christine is passionate about supporting people as they work toward their goals. She seeks to inspire her patients so they can become their best selves. Christine focuses on helping individuals heal and tap into their inner strengths. She achieves this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to her patient's concerns, and customizing a treatment plan that factors in the patient's cultural background, life experience, and personal goals. Christine has been providing therapy since 2016 and works with patients ages 12-64.

It is hard to say what my ideal client is because I believe that I am capable of working with various types of people and that each person is unique. Even with a "challenging" client, I have learned a lot and found value in the work. With that being said, my ideal client has a history of trauma that has impacted their ability to connect with others and themselves. They are struggling with body image, intrusive thoughts, and anxiety about how others are perceiving them. They want to be empowered to advocate for themselves when necessary and create a wellness routine that serves as a preventative measure for mental health problems.

My ideal client would be someone who is trying to make connections from their past to the present, not to relive their past, but to understand why they may be struggling in the present. Learning to let go of old habits, old ways of thinking that were dysfunctional, is key to living mindfully in the present. Changing the response to the narrative is important to be able to move forward from your past experiences.

Marisol Cordero is a licensed clinical social worker. As a caring, understanding provider, Marisol offers emotional support in a non-judgmental environment. She works closely with her patients to help them tap into their inner strengths. Her goal is to engage with her patients, empowering them so they can achieve their highest potential. Marisol understands that her patients are dealing with social and emotional issues on top of the complexities of life. She has been providing therapy since 2016 and works with patients ages 18-64.

I have experience working with men and women of all ages who are dealing with stress, anxiety/depression, and unresolved trauma and loss. I am passionate about hearing your story and journeying with you to explore your therapeutic needs/concerns. I will also help you identify core issues such as life transitions, stressors or negative core beliefs, or cognitive distortions and provide the support and tools that you need to achieve your therapeutic goals.

My ideal client is someone who is motivated and ready to work on themselves. They are a client who attends each session as scheduled and on time, coming into it with an open mind and willingness to grow. The client would ideally be an adult who is within the LGBTQIA+ community and is coming to me to work on bettering themselves. Their issues would include depression, anxiety, and questioning their gender and sexual identity.

Krista Dwyer is a licensed clinical social worker. Krista is relaxed, compassionate, and thoughtful in her approach. The care she has for her patients and her passion for her work as a therapist come through in each session. She makes a point to get to know each of her patients, understand their lived experiences, and implement therapeutic strategies that are aligned with their goals. She aims to help patients create meaningful, sustainable life changes. While working with Krista, patients can expect services that are strengths-based and client-centered.