Therapists in Toms River, NJ

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.

Feeling stuck or frustrated with specific life stressors? Do you find yourself not happy with where you are at in life? Do you find little to no motivation to engage in previously enjoyed activities? By engaging in a therapeutic alliance, I strive to help others make changes towards living a happier, more constructed version of themselves.

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.

Hi there, my name is Jeanne Farabaugh. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I possess several years’ experience in clinical psychological settings ranging from Children and Adolescent Counseling to Adult Counseling. I currently specialize in Couples Therapy and Marriage Counseling. I enable those who are feeling overwhelmed to utilize tolerance techniques and stress management skills to live successfully and happily. Together, we can strategize techniques to manage your emotions and develop a stronger relationship with yourself.

Hi, my name is Rochel Greer. I am a licensed clinical social worker with several years of experience working in a variety of settings, most recently a methadone clinic to treat substance use and an outpatient mental health clinic utilizing tele-health. I assist people with a range of diagnoses, primarily in the area of anxiety and depression in the adolescent and adult population. We will explore the reasons behind what is bothering you and collaborate together to best manage your feelings and emotions. My main treatment modalities are cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and mindfulness.

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.

Oasis Counseling, LLC offers an array of outpatient services which include individual and group therapies to assist families, individuals, and couples, who are searching for ways to overcome life's unique challenges.

Hey, my name is Phil Caruso. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor that’s been in the field of psychotherapy for over 15 years. My journey helping others has brought me to a variety of settings that include partial programs, emergency rooms, and the homes of the clients I’ve served. My training experience is heavily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and I project this through the lens of Humanistic Counseling. This means that I’ll help you identify negative thought patterns and better tolerate distress, all while ensuring I’m being genuine, supportive and never judgmental.

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

Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outlook and the adoption of new attitudes and reactions. I have the tools and professional experience to help you get back on track.

Whether you are experiencing a life transition, unhealthy relationships, feeling "stuck" in a certain place, or something more significant, I will help provide you with an opportunity for change and healthier emotional well-being. I am committed to helping you define and obtain the life you want all within a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. It is my goal to help you be comfortable with therapy and to work as a team on your journey of self-improvement and discovery. Everyone encounters stress and difficult times in their lives.Making the initial decision to enter therapy is not an easy one.

Clients who work with me are tired of experiencing life with anxiety and depression; they recognize that a change is necessary, and they're ready to engage. Their goals may include the need to experience joy, hope, love, respect and success. Often, they struggle building successful close and intimate relationships, communicating their needs, and/or or achieving academic and career success - in other words, life goals.

My passion is to help all women improve their energy, vitality and well-being. I specialize in integrative medicine for mental health nutrition and nutritional psychology to help women recover from trauma, depression, stress, anxiety, obesity and a number of health issues. My recommendations may include: Nutritional Therapies, Herbal Medicine, Prayer, Fasting, Meditation, Inner Healing, Biblical Counseling, Talk Therapy or Coaching. I create a unique wellness plan tailored to help you sleep better, have more energy, feel more balanced in mood, natural weight loss and reduce or eliminate pharmaceuticals.

Hi! I’m Lyndsie Johnson, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience working with clients in various levels of care from an outpatient setting to Partial Hospitalization Programs. Using a Cognitive Behavioral approach we’ll work together to explore your relationship with your emotions, take an objective look at the thinking patterns that influence decision making and how your body may be holding stress. We will also include mindfulness and soothing techniques to help you establish a deeper mind-body connection.

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.