Adults Therapists in Toms River, NJ
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Dina Graziano
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I currently work with individual
adults
and adolescents.
Thank you for taking the time to read a little about who I am and how I may be able to help you. The world has provided us with unique stressors over the past several years. At best it has made our day to day challenging. But for some, it has been a source of severe anxiety and depression. Through the use of techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing, negative thought patterns and behaviors can be reduced, ultimately providing a greater sense of peace and overall well-being.

Kaitlyn Tassillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Practicing Counselor (LPC). I have been in the behavioral health field for 10 years working with
adults
, couples and families. I have worked in various treatment settings such as inpatient drug and alcohol rehab, outpatient addiction programs and outpatient mental health programs. I have extensive experience in working with individuals who struggle with addiction, depression and anxiety.

Charles Graff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Charles Graff is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than 7 years of experience in the mental health field. He enjoys working with people of all ages and has served young
adults
,
adults
, and seniors struggling with anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, anger management, stress, mood disorders, college life, and a variety of other mental health challenges. Charles earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University.

Lesley Petersen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
She's passionate about helping children, adolescents,
adults
, couples and families address their individual challenges to assist them in living their best life.
Lesley completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Monmouth University. She provides services to clients with strengths-based therapy (SBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) approaches. Lesley also prides herself on ensuring an open, non-judgmental therapeutic environment to guide her clients toward their therapeutic goals.

Gerri Dierking
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
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, poor self esteem, adjustment disorders, relationship issues, life changes, grief and loss.

Amanda Perez
Counselor, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Amanda has experience working with children, adolescents, and
adults
in individual and group settings. She most recently worked within the substance abuse inpatient level of care treating a variety of issues,including: mood disorders, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse disorders. Amanda is also certified in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, which focuses on addressing trauma.

Maria Pipitone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Verified
Verified
I've worked with young people ages 12-18 and
adults
, of all ages, who are experiencing a variety of issues.
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.

Nechama Willner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Welcome! My name is Nechama Willner. I have devoted my professional career to providing therapy for young
adults
and
adults
with a Masters degree in Social Work from Touro College. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma, depression and anxiety. I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings and combine my down to earth and compassionate approach with a strength-based perspective to enable each client to thrive. I am passionate about helping others successfully navigate and overcome challenges.
Not accepting new clients

Jenna Meyerberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified
13 Endorsed
Verified
13 Endorsed
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 am currently NOT accepting new clients as I will be on maternity leave from May through August. I will be scheduling new clients in September. Email me to be added to my list. Enjoy your summer!

Hypnosis for Women
CH, ACH
Nationally Certified HypnoCounselor with 19+ years' experience empowering
adults
, teens, and children to eliminate negative habits, release fear, reduce stress and build confidence, through professional hypnosis and coaching. Overcome challenges and improve your life by tapping into the power of your subconscious mind. Using hypnosis / coaching techniques, reinforcement recordings, and self-hypnosis, most motivated clients see progress in a few sessions. This approach is different than psychotherapy. In-person sessions are held in my Toms River office. Remote sessions are available when appropriate.
Not accepting new clients

Jessica Hart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Maybe things didn't turn out exactly as planned. You had hopes and expectations about what life "should" look like. You might be feeling paralyzed by decisions, anxious, lost, or alone. Or maybe you’re having second thoughts…What if this isn’t exactly the situation you wanted or the future you dreamed it would be? Change isn't easy, but with the right support, it is possible. I work with
adults
and adolescents who are navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, narcissistic abuse, grief, and codependency.
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Jose Desiderio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Jose Desiderio is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York. Jose has over 5 years of experience in the mental health field focused on treating anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, interpersonal relationship issues, life transitions, and men's issues. Throughout his career, Jose has been passionate about helping adolescents,
adults
, and couples address their concerns in a safe, non-judgmental, and supportive space. Jose completed his Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the College of Staten Island.
Not accepting new clients

April Chillemi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Using Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), an empirically supported treatment, I can assist children and
adults
to overcome the effects of personal trauma related to abuse, violence, accidents, loss, divorce, disabilities, and exposure to traumatic life events.
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.

Sarah Tuzeneu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
My areas of expertise include working with teens and
adults
who are experiencing prolonged periods of anxiety, depression, as well as impulse related, obsessive compulsive disorders & addiction as the result of these issues.
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.

Sharon Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I work with
adults
individually and with couples.
Immediate availability! I focus on treating anxiety; depression; trauma; alcohol and substance abuse; gambling and other addictions; aging; gender identity; and relationship issues. Navigating life’s challenges can leave us feeling unsure of how to move forward, or that we are not our best selves, or that we are not living in a way we want to be living. Each of our paths through life are different, and each of our challenges are different. Some of us have challenges at work or at home that we aren't handling well. For some, past experiences can complicate how we live our current lives.

Eliezer Defranca LCSW, LCADC, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, NCRC-1
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed addiction professional and a licensed clinical social worker with experience treating
adults
, adolescents, and their families.
I have worked in the field of addictions for over 20 years. People suffering from addictions and their families may have other underlying mental health issues such as trauma, depression and anxiety. Throughout my career, I have worked tirelessly with
adults
, adolescents, and as well as their families to address these issues and find a path to healing. My philosophy is simple: to treat the person in the surrounding environment, to see a person in the context of family, school, job, and community (and to evaluate the impact of these relationships), and to focus on the person's strengths as well as embrace their difficulties.
Not accepting new clients

Jayme Lee Rivera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
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.

Colleen Diveny
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
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.

Janine Fabrizio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified
Verified
Therapy can be a powerful tool for promoting change, healing and growth. The goal is to replace feelings of emptiness or symptoms of anxiety and depression with feelings of empowerment and overall emotional well-being. By fostering meaningful discussions, positive behaviors and healthy changes can be achieved. As a licensed clinical social worker, and licensed certified alcohol and drug counselor, I have more than 10 years’ experience working with a diverse population in the prevention, treatment and recovery support field for mental health and substance use disorders. I specialize in working with
adults
and older
adults
.

SP White Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD, MBA
Verified
Verified
I am a NJ licensed psychologist and certified school psychologist. I have dedicated private practice work to
adults
interested in individual, couples, and group psychotherapy. 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.
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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.
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.
What type of therapist is right for me?
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.
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.
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.
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.