Family Counseling Therapists in Toms River, NJ

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!

Nicole Willms is a LPC in the State of NJ who has been working in the field for over 10 years. She has in BA Psychology from The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey and a MS in Mental Health Counseling with a certificate in Couples & Family Counseling from Monmouth University. She also is a National Certified Counselor, an Approved Clinical Supervisor, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Nicole works with individuals who have been affected by trauma as well as grief and loss. She also works with primary mental health diagnoses.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience working with individuals, teens, couples and families . Recognizing your need for help with life's challenges and choosing to begin therapy takes hope and a great deal of courage. My practice offers a safe, warm and calming environment where you can share your life story and begin the journey of healing, growth and change. I can help you with life's transitions, relationship and communication issues and personal growth, specializing in women's empowerment and strengthening families .

My personal style of counseling could be best described as integrative/eclectic counseling. I incorporate various approaches and techniques to help my clients to achieve their goals. I offer my unique holistic view on therapy and life in general that utilizes comprehensive array of research and practices from both America and Europe. I believe that the best results could be achieved if my clients participate actively in our therapeutic process, both during sessions and outside them. Let me help you to achieve balance and personal happiness that you deserve and live your life to your fullest potential.

Therapy can be a wonderful process to examine self, reflect, and grow toward the direction of hope and healing. I offer a safe, supportive and private environment where you may explore and work through life challenges. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and loss,`the aftermath of trauma, or panic attacks therapy can be an viable source of comfort and healing. At times life gives us more than we can handle and the challenges seem to go beyond our ability to cope. It is at these times when therapy can be most beneficial.

**Limited Availability**Breakthrough Therapy Solutions (BTS) is currently only offering telehealth at this time. I am a National Certified Counselor (NCC), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I use a person-centered, goal oriented, solution-focused approach to therapy and work collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their goals. I have over 10 years of experience working with clients on a short term or long term basis on a variety of therapeutic goals. There are also 4 other counselors at Breakthrough Therapy Solutions that offer a diverse set of experience for our clients.

Therapy provides a safe place where you are free to express the thoughts and feelings you can say nowhere else. A place where you can be heard, accepted and understood; where you can gain the courage and insight to enable you to make choices and changes that lead to improved relationships and lives. As a therapist working with children and families for many years, I seek to aid those who are struggling to understand themselves and their current life situations. I specialize in working with family members to improve communication, understanding and empower them to resolve conflicts.

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.

My predominant focus is with couples and families , with a focus in neurodivergence, difficult life transitions, infidelity recovery, intimacy issues, blended family matters, family planning, and trauma. With individuals, I work with trauma, anxiety, ASD and ADHD, depression, LGBTQIA issues, sexual assault/ violence, and self esteem building. My main goal is to meet clients where they are in the moment. The focus of treatment is to create a safe space in which people can explore and understand their internal parts and systems, and disrupt old relational patterns that leave them feeling stuck and unsatisfied.

Not accepting new patients. I believe in working from your strengths. I want to help you become the best version of yourself, while working from the idea that best becomes fluid through time and we can always adjust our approach. I want you to feel as comfortable as you can with understanding you have a partner to work through all things with and that even though some things might prove difficult to work through and develop I will be along for the journey every step of the way.

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.

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 .

*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.

Sitting in a rocking chair, rocking back and forth, may feel relaxing but I believe that life without therapy is like sitting in that rocking chair, rocking back-and-forth but never actually making any progress or going anywhere. I feel that everyone can benefit from therapy at some point during a lifetime, especially now during this unprecedented time. This pandemic has changed the way we live and has brought new levels of fear, isolation and hardships to many. Navigating through these days are difficult, why do it alone when you can get through it with a therapist who will support you along the way?

How can I help you? I am someone who struggled with mental health for years while my physical health was declining due to a medical condition. As an individual that has gone through the difficult journey of medical testing, surgeries, and waiting for results, I can understand the process of feeling alone and not knowing where the light will appear from the darkness. What if you didn't have to feel alone in your struggle and had an ally to listen and talk about issues with? From struggling to get out of bed because of depression to the never-ending anxiety from the unknown, let me be in your corner and get through this with you.

Being positive does not mean you have to be happy all the time and ignore reality, it means trusting that even on the hard days, you know that better ones are coming. Having hope is such an important part of getting through the hard times. I offer a safe space for you to come and take some time to take care of yourself. I think we can all benefit from a neutral support and perspective, so we can continue to grow into who we desire to be, no matter how old we are.

The journey through life's many transitions - successes and challenges, partnered and single, chronic illness and loss - and the feelings of anxiety, depression, fear that they evoke in us can cause us at times to feel alone and powerless. I would be honored to accompany you on your healing journey - whether your goal is to bring you closer to what you want personally or professionally, closer to those you love, or back to yourself - and I will work with you, at your pace, in a safe, nurturing environment. "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". - Lao Tzu

Is your child’s worry causing you to worry? Could your teen's “acting out” or behavioral issues be caused by anxiety, depression, or some underlying issue that you may not be aware of? Many children and teens struggle to manage symptoms on a daily basis. This often results in poor school performance, issues with peer relationships, family discord, and other behavioral concerns. If you’re at a loss or feeling frustrated, therapy can be a helpful way to gain an understanding of why a child may be struggling. You and your child can then learn various ways to cope with stressors. Call me for a free initial phone consultation.

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."

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