Adults Therapists in Toms River, NJ

*NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. IN PERSON ONLY* Sometimes life is challenging and difficult to manage. I believe everyone can benefit from talking to and working with an objective, non-judgemental therapist. My name is Kim Martinez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 18 years experience working with seniors (I am an approved medicare provider), couples, families, children, adolescents and adults , helping them cope with stress, depression, anxiety, grief issues and relationship struggles as well as learning new ways to communicate and control emotions.

During these unusual times, are you feeling lost, stuck, confused? Do you feel you are not living out the most authentic and genuine version of yourself? Wellness is a balance of nurturing the mind, body and soul. We all deserve to live a meaningful, balanced and happy life.

I have a unique ability to assess and advise individuals in crisis; helping children, adolescents and adults navigate through adjustments, depression and anxiety related issues. Additionally, my clinical skills are utilized in helping family members who are experiencing stress. Currently, I am a full-time professor at Georgian Court University teaching in the social work BSW program. My past position at Georgian Court University as Director of Student Success has allowed me the opportunity to work with students developing goals and problems-solving skills for college students to achieve academic and personal success.

MTI is an outpatient addiction counseling center which uses evidence based treatment as well as "time tested recovery programs" to assist our patients to find and maintain their approach to recovery. Rev. Dr. Ed Reading, is in the addiction field since 1969, & uses spiritually (not religious) orientated in approaches to counseling. Our patients are referred to medical care if needed, & more intensive levels of care, if outpatient is not successful. We DO NOT accept insurance, so your treatment is kept COMPLETELY confidential. Your records will not be shared without your permission--including placing your records "in the cloud"

People 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 playfulness and creativity to my work. You can hear me speak more about my approach and counseling philosophy here: http://bit.ly/podcastdrjm

I have been in practice for almost thirty one years and I have learned much about human nature throughout that time. The most important lesson, 'everyone is an individual and unique'. I, therefore, frame my sessions to 'fit' my patient's individual personalities. For the most part, I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). CBT is the only orientation clinically proved to help patients. It allows patients to reflect and partake in the therapy sessions which offers them more control over their wellbeing. When working with teens I practice Solution Focused sessions. Solution Focused is a CBT geared towards younger patients.

Do you experience anxiety? Overwhelm? Self sabotage? Difficulty with your child or family? If so, I can help! I have 20+ years experience working with adults , children & teens in a safe & supportive environment. I specialize working with Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADHD, OCD, & more. I use a multi-modal form of treatment with my clients to help them make positive changes in their lives, including the mind-body connection. I have extensive experience working with crisis and trauma. I am trained in Neurofeedback, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, and SandPlay Therapy- which is an amazing addition to "talk therapy."

** Not accepting new clients.** I have devoted my practice to helping teens, college students, and adults create more satisfying, productive, and peaceful lives. I am compassionate and an empathetic listener, striving to create an environment in which my clients feel safe and empowered to learn about themselves, grow and make positive life changes. I believe in providing feedback, support, and teaching my clients valuable CBT based skills. I specialize in working with individuals suffering with depression, anxiety, trauma, poor self esteem, relationship issues, caregiver stress, parenting challenges, grief and loss.

Life can be difficult and recent events have made it much harder. As the Covid-19 crisis begins to end and we return to "normal" life there are still hurdles for us to navigate. Having worked as a crisis counselor at FEMA disaster centers, I helped many people work through emotional difficulties in the aftermath of a crisis. During the pandemic I offer telehealth sessions. Outside of the residual COVID-19 issues, you might just need a caring person to listen and help you navigate the hills and find refuge in the valleys of everyday life. I welcome the opportunity to help you obtain your goals.

Life, one simple word yet so complicated, right? I know life can be difficult at times, we are thrown curveballs which can sometimes lead us into a downward spiral. So what do we do, lay in bed eating a pizza while we binge-watch Netflix? Ahh, maybe for a short period of time! No, we get our asses up and we seek the help that we deserve. My role as a therapist is to help you navigate through your problems. The solutions you're looking for are always within you, let me lead the way.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who formed Mended Minds Counseling under the simple concept that all of our experiences are unique & individual & our experience with therapy should also be just that. I built my practice under the same values of my sessions; with integrity,compassion & humor. These qualities ,in my view, are essential to building lasting, therapeutic relationships. As your therapist, I will utilize evidenced based treatments that are tailored to you. I will be there to work alongside of you, to provide you with direct, yet supportive feedback & help guide you to find your inner strength to achieve your goals.

I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) with Journeys Outpatient Services, LLC in Toms River, New Jersey as well as working as a therapist for Abby Road Psychiatric Services in Red Bank, New Jersey. I have clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationships, grief and loss, self-esteem, current life stressors and/or life changes. I'm also a Certified School Social Worker, working toward my LCADC and LCSW. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents to overcome their personal obstacles, and helping them learn healthy coping skills.

I am a NJ licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist. I have dedicated private practice work to children and adults interested in individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. Psychological testing is also available. I have an interest related to performance concerns whether they be academic, professional, interpersonal, or otherwise. I have trained across a broad age range (pre-school to older adults ) of clients with diverse presenting concerns. Prior to becoming a psychologist, I worked in the corporate arena. As a result, I have been able to support clients as they work towards their professional goals.

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.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Masters in Social Work from Columbia University. I have experience working with individuals with mood disorders, ADHD, anxiety, phobias, personality disorders, substance use issues, anger issues, relationship conflict, grief, low self-esteem, spirituality issues, sexual dysfunctions, life transitions, PTSD, and various forms of trauma. I work with adolescents and adults . Individuals of all race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, ability, family status, and political beliefs are welcome.

Hey there! My name is Charles, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 7 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned both my Bachelor and Masters Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University. I have done counseling in quite a few different areas, such as working in outpatient mental health facilities, doing in-home therapy, nursing homes, and even working as a high school counselor. I have a passion for helping others.I enjoy working with people of all ages, and have had a phenomenal experience working with young adults , adults and the geriatric population.

I am a highly experienced psychotherapist and have worked many years with children over the age of ten, families, couples, and adults . I have a specialty in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness. I am trained in using Neuroscience techniques in order to reduce anxiety, panic and worry. I can teach clients how to use EFT, (Emotional Freedom Technique) to better cope with traumatic memories. I work with Court Ordered families for Co-parenting as well as Family Re-unification therapy. Court Reports to the Judge can be provided as well. I am also trained in grief therapy .

I am excited to speak with you because my passion is helping others. I have helped children, adolescents and adults overcome a variety of issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Autism, Addiction, Relationship Difficulties, Trauma, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, Anger and a lot more... I would be happy to aid you or your loved one in taking the first step towards mental wellness. Let's do this together!

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.

*Now accepting new clients* I practice from a Person-Centered approach and specialize in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. I utilize multi-modal techniques to treatment as therapy is not always "one size fits all". With a background and education in counseling, behavioral neuroscience, and coaching I am able to serve my clients in a wide variety of areas of support through the use of talk therapy, mindfulness, and biofeedback. My therapeutic work experience includes serving clients ranging from children to geriatric end of life issues.