Teen Therapists in Toms River, NJ
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Swan Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
If you're looking for help with your child/
teenager
, family dynamic or you yourself, you've come to the right place! We also provide adult therapy and couples therapy. At Swan Therapy Group, we strive on helping everyone in the community one family at a time, on the most personalized basis that we can. Through empathy and support we can provide you or your family the tools to navigate through any life challenges that come your way in a positive and healthy manner. Please visit our website to see each of our individualized profiles!

Tatyana Shields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Hi there, I'm Tatyana Shields. I believe that therapy is a private space where you can put aside the fear of judgment and pick up tools for personal growth to progress toward balance and peace. I completed my undergraduate studies at State University of New York at Potsdam and received my Master of Social Work degree from Florida International University in Miami, Florida. I have worked in higher education as a staff therapist in New York and specialize in child and
adolescent
psychotherapy, parent education and skill-building, and experiences of trauma and PTSD.

Adriel Fernandez
LPC Intern
Verified
Verified
Adriel is available to see
teen
and adult clients, and offers services in both English and Spanish.
Adriel is a veteran who served in the US Navy for 9 years, and completed his undergraduate degree in Sports and health sciences at American Military University. Since leaving the military, his passion for health continued, has chosen to use his experiences with many different cultures to now serve his community through mental health counseling.
Not accepting new clients

Jenna Meyerberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
13 Endorsed
Verified
13 Endorsed
I began specializing in family, children, and
adolescent
therapy ten years ago.
People often ask me, "When is it time to see a therapist?" I don't know anyone who can say everything in their lives is going well all the time. We all have challenges from time to time, but you don't have to go through them alone. I'm here to help you use your strengths to keep what is going right, and help you find your strengths to fix when things are going wrong. I specialize in working with children, teens, young adults, and families. I bring warmth, empathy, and a touch of playful creativity to my work. I also offer text based therapy at a low cost through BetterHelp. Email me to find out more about this service!

Mordechai Weiss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a psychotherapist with extensive training and experience working with the
adolescent
and adult population, I’ve helped many individuals suffering from OCD, Anxiety, and Sex Addiction. My clients have seen powerful results as they learn to transform negative patterns towards living calm, productive, and meaningful lives. Having received training from Dr. Jonathan Grayson and Dr. Reid Wilson, world renowned OCD and Anxiety experts respectively, I have gained particular expertise in the treatment of these disorders.

Graceanne Talarico
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, MBA, ACS
Verified
Verified
"Individual,
Adolescent
, and Family Therapist." With 20 years in the mental health field, I have worked with various populations and ages, helping them help themselves get through difficult times. Taking the first step to find a therapist can be a hard thing to do, but a big step in the right direction. I specialize in Child/
Adolescent
/ Family Counseling, as well as see individuals of all ages. I am trained in Life Coaching and Family/Consumer Advocacy. Whether you or your child are experiencing depression, anxiety, impulse control issues, oppositional defiant issues, trauma or family conflict- I am here to help!

Tia Marie Bach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR TELETHERAPY. I serve individuals, couples, families, children (age 6+) and adolescents. I specialize in child and
adolescent
trauma services (TF-CBT) and have extensive experience working with the GLBTQ community. Areas of focus include but are not limited to: anxiety/panic, depression, self- esteem, behavioral issues, sexual/physical trauma, marital/family issues, aging challenges, grief, chronic pain, anger management, OCD, life transitions, relationship challenges, improving coping skills and effective communication.My objective is to help all individuals realize their full potential.

Chani Connie Gerstel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Are You... A
teen
, young adult, (or maybe one just at heart) struggling with… anxiety depression feeling as if no one ever got you Dealing with painful memories you’ve been afraid to share with anyone Wondering what the future brings for you… Were You... Told you’re crazy or your feelings don’t matter abused in any way always feeling you just didn’t belong! I can help!

H-hour LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified
Verified
H-hour is for an adult or
adolescent
willing to explore and examine their most difficult thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This is for you if you are tired of feeling out of control, lost, or losing at life and prepared to write, build, and act out a better story.

Theresa Broo Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ACS
Verified
Verified
I am skilled in a variety of settings including Inpatient, Outpatient, Residential,
Adolescent
IOP, Schools and In-Home.
Fear lives in the head and courage lives in the heart. The job is to get from one to the other - Louise Penny. The stress and pressure for children, teens and adults all become the elephant in the room. It takes courage to change the course at any age to grow and become who you really are. At Broo Counseling we explore our surroundings, learn to break the chains that hold us back and challenge ourselves to take new risks. All good things in life can have an element of wild and free, but with a balance of copings mechanisms and support. I love working with children, teens, adults and families in a safe and non-judgemental space.

Journey of the Mind Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified
Verified
We offer individual, couples, family and
adolescent
therapy (ages 13 and up) in NY and NJ.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lonely and isolated? Do you find change to be difficult and unsure of where to begin? Are you looking for a form of therapy that is accessible, but you can still get quality services? Taking the first step towards healing can be difficult and a lot of self-doubt/ uncertainty can come up when seeking help. Journey of the Mind Mental Health Counseling is a fully virtual private practice with clinicians that are compassionate and are passionate about the work they do with their clients.

Tinamarie Veniscofski, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
"Therapy... Coping... Life... " Covid-19 continues to devastate our society through addiction, fear, and challenge to cope with "life on life's terms." I am best at helping people develop coping skills to prevent relapse in behavior while building your quality of life...

Levin Virtual Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
There are three essential things that everyone needs: 1) to belong and be loved, 2) to be productive & 3) to have a meaningful life. If you are having difficulty in any of these areas, you are not alone! Life can be difficult or overwhelming at times and we can all use a little guidance and inspiration. I believe that you have the power to make your life richer and more fulfilling. I'm here to help you find a personalized plan for success.
Not accepting new clients
Stephanie Guzman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
Healing and resiliency. I believe we all have the innate ability to heal and overcome challenges. I am here to be your driving force for peace and balance. One of my main qualities is offering an atmosphere of positive regard through our therapeutic relationship. I have a passion for making strong connections through truly listening to others. There’s no judgment – ever. My goal is to help you explore and reflect on contributing factors of identified issues and develop strategies that will enhance your ability to effectively cope with them.

Meghan Mcenerney
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAC
Verified
Verified
Hello! My name is Meghan Mcenerney. I am a graduate of Drexel University. I have experience working in community behavioral health, assisting individuals and couples with issues such as substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, and OCD. I am trained in EMDR, an evidence-based psychotherapy treatment used to process trauma and relieve symptoms of PTSD. My approach is collaborative, emphasizing self-reflection and exploration, allowing you to get back in touch with yourself. I feel privileged to hear your story and am committed to honoring it with empathy and affirming your experiences.

Karen Huber
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Thanks for taking your time to read about me and how I can help you! I specialize in individual, marriage, family, and child therapy. My 25 years as a clinical coordinator, school social worker and private practitioner enable me to offer you help for a wide variety of issues. I also have a passion for helping individuals and families with special needs children. Is your special needs child running the show? Do your child’s tantrums/struggles leave you feeling anxious, isolated, judged by your friends and family? I get it, I raised one too!

Edward V MacNish
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a licensed professional counselor since 2008 and working in the field since 1996. My ideal client ranges from adolescence through adulthood.
Not accepting new clients

April Chillemi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a USN disabled Veteran, I have learned firsthand that life is filled with many difficult challenges and much is outside of our control but, with the desire to change and hard work, you can overcome traumatic events and live life to its fullest. My focus is on helping individuals, couples, children, and families cope and overcome hardships related to disabilities, interpersonal abuse and sexual trauma, loss and grief, separation and divorce, combat and military trauma, mental illness, and all of our daily life stressors. Life can be tough, but together, we can find positive ways to cope and thrive no matter the challenge.

Meghan Yahrling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
You can expect to move through therapy in a way that is authentic and attentive to the here and now of your life. What is important to you will be important to me and we will use that to guide us towards your unique and individual goals. You are the expert on yourself and I am honored to be able to hold space and get to know you throughout this process. I am so excited to walk alongside you throughout this journey and create a space of safety and empowerment.
Not accepting new clients

Donna Francese
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, CCS, CCTP
Verified
Verified
I provide individual therapy for both adults and teens across the spectrum of addiction including co-occurring health issues. I specialize in helping those who struggle with addiction that impact important areas in their personal lives.
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Teen Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.