LGBTQ+ Therapists in Toms River, NJ
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Kate Martin: Therapy and Parenting Consultation
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I help people cope with difficult situations and learn ways to manage stress at home, work, or school. People work with me to develop effective communication skills and the ability to advocate for themselves, their needs, and their interests. My clients find more meaning, purpose, and connection in their day-to-day lives by better understanding themselves and their capacity for self-compassion, peace, and joy. I also help people learn practical skills for managing time and responsibilities, navigate life transitions and changes, explore body image and relationships with food, and process
LGBTQIA
+ issues and experiences.
Irene Muñiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in working with
transgender
, non-binary, and
queer
clients exploring their gender and sexual identities.
Welcome! My name is Irene (pronounced: ee REH neh). I am honored that you are here and considering taking this next big step in your life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience. My work often centers around folks who are experiencing grief or loss, healing from trauma, navigating difficult life transitions, or experiencing relational challenges. My approach to therapy is client-led and collaborative. I aim to help you gain clarity, and support you in taking risks and trying new ways of being to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Kyle J Gilrain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience with providing treatment to people of diverse backgrounds and members of the
LGBTQ
+ community.
My philosophy begins with a deep belief in the potential of every individual. I have a wide array of clinical experiences and have held leadership positions in large and complex healthcare systems. These settings include both inpatient and outpatient settings. I am a clinical supervisor and compassionate, strength-based , and trauma informed therapist. I provide compassionate, inclusive, and quality therapy to a wide range of patients from broad and diverse backgrounds. I presently hold active licenses and practice in New Jersey, New York, Florida, Louisiana, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
Nicole Depasquale
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, ACS, SAC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer DBT, REBT, CBT, Schema, Addictions & Trauma informed skills to meet your goals and needs, with additional training in relationships,
LGBTQ
+, and ADHD.
Everyday I get the opportunity to help others gain skills, heal their emotions, and return to a life worth living. With a focus on helping you determine your goals, your strengths and your barriers, I believe we can do the same together. Whether you're looking for life coaching or therapeutic skills, individual or group sessions, or a focus on reducing vulnerabilities and increasing emotion regulation, the first step is making the call.
Cecil Gauer: Teens, Adults and Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
I work with couples, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and
LGBTQ
+ identity and experiences. I approach therapy collaboratively, using strengths-based, social-justice oriented, and solution focused lenses. In my work with the
Queer
, I Therapy Center at RCC, I draw on my training in affirming care as well as my own experience as a
bisexual
,
transgender
man. With couples, I use Gottman Method relationship techniques to support traditional couples as well as polyamorous relationships. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
Pierce Bourget: Couples Adults Teens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LSW
Verified
Verified
I have experience working with clients navigating issues such as anxiety, depression, substance use, and
LGBTQ
+ identity and experience. I focus on making therapy as collaborative as possible with clients, employing a person-centered approach, and using modalities such as Narrative Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to accomplish this. I not only consider a person’s experiences but also the societal context and environment around the person. I also guide by my experiences as a
gay
and nonbinary person. See my calendar and book appointments here: See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
Toms River Center for Marriage and Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Verified
Verified
The Center for Marriage and Family Therapy has five offices throughout central New Jersey. Jackie Held, Karen Spiler and Jill Stein founded the Center in 1984. We refer to a large network of affiliated therapists whose specialties include relationship counseling, anxiety, depression, separation and divorce,
gay
and
lesbian
issues,grief therapy,stress management, victims of spousal abuse, chronic and terminal illness and dealing with life stage transitions. In addition to Toms River, our offices are in Matawan, Freehold, Piscataway and Princeton. Our network includes licensed professional counselors, licensed clinical social workers and substance abuse specialists.
Elizabeth Siegel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Elizabeth has a passion for doing clinical work with seniors, the
LGBTQIA
+ community, those with chronic illness and/or disabilities, and those grieving.
Elizabeth Siegel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 9 years of professional experience helping clients of all ages who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, stress management, and low self-esteem. She also has unique experience providing trauma-informed therapy to Holocaust survivors and their adult children. She earned her Master's degree in Social Work from Rutgers University.
Nicole Garamella
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LAMFT
Verified
Verified
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.
Insightful Release Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I am also expanding to more specializations around polyamory and open relationships as well as the
LGBTQIA
+ community.
Hey there! ...What to share in this box to see if we could be a good fit? I consider myself a holistic therapist treating mostly trauma with a modality called Somatic Experiencing. In a therapeutic alliance we decide how to best address what brings you into therapy and allow for a creative process together. Clients often say they enjoy the freeform to therapy when working with me. I tend to work a lot with Existential thought questioning the big ideas and concepts and breaking down old thought patterns in order for a client to feel and live their most authentic self and life.
Toms River, NJ 08753
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Dr. Lauren Turner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I am only accepting testing clients at this time. Throughout life, many of us will experience some sort of emotional issue. Some we can handle on our own, and others we may want to explore on a deeper level with a specialist. I look forward to working with those who are brave enough to face these issues head on, and to explore some of the underlying reasons why these issues have manifested. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, yoga therapy, bariatric evals,
LGBTQ
concerns, adjustment disorders, as well as testing and assessment (ADHD and PTSD Screenings, neuropsychological and psychological/personality testing with report).
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Erica Riczu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I have continued education for helping the
LGBTQ
+ community and I completed training from Postpartum Support International and a Perinatal Mental Health Certified clinician.
I am a therapist who believes strongly that talk therapy sometimes just isn't enough. Sometimes when a person experiences difficulties in life, their defenses can often get in the way. This is especially true when you are a child, have experienced trauma, or struggle with Eating Disorders. Sandplay therapy and other approaches can help break-down those barriers and promote healing.
Jody Rodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I love working with individuals-females only, couples, including
gay
and
lesbian
and families. I also enjoy treating people who have bipolar disorder, autistic spectrum disorders, depression, PTSD and anxiety. In addition, I also provide grief counseling and counseling to seriously ill individuals.
Caitlin Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I am a Social Worker (LCSW & LCADC) with over 17 years of experience, and I absolutely love what I do! I specialize in providing care for those experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma related symptoms, substance use disorders, mood related concerns, life transitions,
LGBTQ
+, and identity concerns. My goal is to create an environment where you can feel comfortable, safe, and open to explore the opportunities for growth, healing and personal wellness.
Christine Leotta-Selby
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified
Verified
I specialize in anxiety and mood issues, addiction in adolescents and adults, and school and
LGBTQ
+ related issues.
I believe everyone deserves to be seen and heard for who they truly are. Sometimes, due to life experiences and events, we lose track of who we are. We are left feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, sad, lost, angry, and not ourselves. Let's work together and explore all the possibilities your life has to offer you.
Ellen Sweeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , LCADC, ACS, CCS
Verified
Verified
I specialize in the treatment of mood disorders, substance use disorders, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideations, and issues unique to the
LGBTQ
community and women.
I take a client-centered approach to counseling & work to provide a safe, non-judgmental, & validating environment to build trust with my client’s & to foster our therapeutic relationship. I believe that life is a balance of acceptance & change & I work with my clients to explore areas of their lives causing them difficulty & to find balance between the processes of acceptance & the change necessary to foster improvements in one’s life. I can help the client explore the complexities of this balance & teach & provide the skills necessary to enact these changes. I have a therapy dog in training that is in office with me for appts.
Waitlist for new clients
Addie King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have extensive experience helping individuals cope with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, depression,
LGBTQ
issues and trauma, as well as working with those struggling with various life transitions and relationship issues.
Hi, I'm Addie and I am a licensed professional counselor and national certified counselor. I treat children ages 4 and older, adolescents, and adults. I help clients build upon their strengths while providing guidance to develop healthy coping mechanisms and relaxation techniques. I utilize an integrative approach to counseling to help develop a healthy life balance. **Please call the office at 732-451-4944 to schedule an appointment.**
Evan Greenberg: Adults Couples And Families
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LAMFT
Verified
Verified
I have training in working with the
LGBTQIA
+ population, Emotionally Focused therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) , Internal Family Systems (IFS), and in Gottman Method for working with couples.
I am passionate about couples work and help couples, families, and individuals navigate issues like infidelity, communication issues, blended families, and trauma. I am part of our
Queer
, I team and have experience supporting the
LGBTQIA
+ community. My mission is to help clients overcome the internal and interpersonal obstacles that may be preventing them from connecting with loved ones in a therapy space that fosters self-expression and mental peace. See if I'm accepting new clients and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team
Diane Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My proven ability to counsel adults of all ages, young adults and children enables me to work effectively with individual clients, each who have unique requirements and personal challenges. I am experienced in addressing multiple aspects of mental health issues to include PTSD, Major Depression Disorder and Adult and Children Trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, substance abuse and
LGBTQIA
+ issues and identity. I expertly employ proven methods for successful behavior modification.
Antanette Ringold - Mind & Body CCS
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am passionate about working with clients to develop healthy boundaries, use positive communication techniques, and develop strategies for healthy change in a supportive space to express all parts of themselves. My primary approach to therapy is person-centered, and involves aspects of motivational interviewing for a collaborative approach to treatment and progress. My style is calming, empowering, motivational, and provides therapeutic accountability free from judgment.
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LGBTQ+ Therapists
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialized training, either during their degree program or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalization in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialized training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.