Therapists in Union, NJ

Melissa Keogh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Melissa has significant and valuable experience working with adolescents and has clinically managed programs, including a Mommy & Me Program. She is skilled to treat many clinical concerns, including, but not limited to: Mood, Anxiety, Adjustment & Trauma/Stressor Disorders. Melissa has extensive experience working with co-occurring disorders (substance use and a mental health diagnosis ) as well as working in all levels of care: Detox, Long-Term Inpatient and Intensive Outpatient settings.

Maria M Runfolo-McCormack
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have been a psychotherapist since May of 1999. I cover many types of challenges that you might be facing. However, please feel free to give me a call so that you can interview me to see if you feel a good vibe and feel that I will be able to guide you to a better place than you are in now. I am a great proponent of Mindfulness and Meditation, which I have recently been spending a lot of time studying and practicing for myself. I do not push this on others. Everyone has something different that works for them. Let's go on that journey together so that we can fill your toolbox with things that will always be there for you!!

Shana Fontaine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
The healthiest people are the ones who walk through the door. This communicates to me; the courage it takes to attend a therapy session, already serves to heal. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my ultimate goal is to empower you to face life's challenges. I have worked extensively with individuals and families and I heavily subscribe to Cognitive Behavior Therapy framework, but pull from several different approaches to meet my clients where they are and support them on their journey.

Danielle Van Der Verken
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, SAC
Verified
Verified
Danielle has experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults in the individual and group setting. Danielle has worked exclusively with women in a long-term residential inpatient program for five years. Prior to this Danielle worked with adolescents who were inpatient as well, along with working part-time at the intensive outpatient level of care. Full time, Danielle works with adolescents as a Student Assistance Counselor (SAC). Danielle is knowledgeable in the areas of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, substance abuse disorders, and co-occurring disorders.
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Evelyn Quintana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My philosophy is to listen, attend and provide quality care in a compassionate and confidential manner. I focus on understanding the thoughts and emotions that have impaired a patient's life and try my best to help them attain their full potential.

TrainEmotions Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
TrainEmotions Counseling is a culturally diverse team of therapists in Union, NJ who specialize in treating anxiety and depression disorders caused by unresolved childhood trauma, generational trauma, relationship and attachment issues and major life events. Our integrative and holistic approach ensures a personalized treatment experience that reflects your unique personality, emotional landscape, and spiritual beliefs.

Robbie Juste
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified
Verified
Robbie has worked in a variety of settings providing individual counseling, group counseling, family counseling and crisis support. Robbie enjoys working with teens, adolescents, children, adults and the elderly. Robbie provides gender affirming care for the LGBTQ population and support for transitional challenges. She is very passionate and dedicated to working with individuals who have experienced trauma, severe mental health issues, have difficulties with life transitions, substance abuse and co-occurring, anxiety, depression,mood disorders, sexual abuse, stress management and unresolved issues in their lives.

Iona Francis-Santa Cruz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
Welcome to therapy! My goal when entering a therapeutic relationship is to provide a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental space to tell your story. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life, and I am here to support and empower you in that journey. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy techniques to help you improve your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and work on achieving your personal goals in a timely manner. The goal is to work on your perception of your issues through a different lens and to understand that you have the power to make meaningful changes in the healing process.

Zoya McCants
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, LPC-ACS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Right to Heal, LLC is a group practice started by Dr. McCants & a TEAM of compassionate healthcare and education enthusiasts. Our goal is to help the community heal through past traumas, social and racial injustices, and develop holistic and effective coping tools to navigate this thing called life. Life is worth living and you're so worth all of it! We utilize a combination of psychotherapy and life coaching to help create realistic and obtainable goals with our clients.

Tameka Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Viewing each clients needs as the individuals they are, I work from a client centered approach to meet the needs of my clients, by meeting them where they are at. My experience working with both substance use and mental health assist with my holistic approach to therapy. Working in different setting such as residential and outpatient treatment, have fostered my ability to provide different types of interventions to address most symptoms that we might struggle with.
Not accepting new clients

Denyta Girard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Thank you for your interest. I am NOT accepting new patients at this time. ** Please contact by email for quickest response regarding the waitlist. ** If you are noticing an increase in worries, low moods, intrusive thoughts, or a change in your routine that is causing stress. I can support you. If you are having relationship issues, difficulty communicating, or peer conflict. I am here to support you too.
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Lori Barnett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Have you ever wished you could create supportive and loving relationships, rather than negative or toxic ones? Place a higher value on your own needs, rather than putting everyone else first? Achieve a sense of contentment instead of frequent feelings of sadness, fear, grief or shame? Find a greater sense personal fulfillment, happiness and peace? If so, there is hope. Change is possible. Over the years, hundreds of clients have partnered with me to take an honest, non-judgmental look at their lives. And together we have worked to help them dismantle emotional barriers and to discover new and fresh perspectives on themselves.

Asha Thomas
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW , Intern
Verified
Verified
Do you feel like your life repeats a vicious cycle stemming from your thoughts, feelings, and then actions? If so, I would love to come alongside you and help you navigate the battlefield that can be in our heads as humans. The systems around us can keep us down or even enslaved, as clinician social work interns we are taught that our environment is also a key factor when attempting to achieve psychological equilibrium. With this in mind, let me assist you in putting on the glasses to see your life from a new lens, help is only one session away :)

Cindy Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Cindy has worked with a variety of populations such as the elderly within assisted living homes, children with severe emotional disturbances, adolescents and young adults adjusting to new phases of life, survivors of trauma, and those who embody that of the “walking wounded”. Cindy’s strengths are within the areas of depression, anxiety, ADHD, and PTSD. Cindy also utilizes a variety of interventions including that of mindfulness, trauma sensitive yoga, and the integration of art and music.
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Olivia Rosemarie Lewis-Chang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
I am committed to providing a service that treats the whole person. You can expect an integrative approach to treating your concerns as you move to psychological wellness. My approach is collaborative and our relationship is vital to enabling you to discover your strengths and achieving your full potential. It is my hope that within the framework of interpersonal, psycho-dynamic psychotherapy, your journey is rewarded with self discovery and growth. I embrace skill building and the integration of mindfulness and meditation when needed.

Carlos Rojas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MS, LCSW
Verified
Verified
As a committed practitioner with more than 20 years’ experience, my private practice is primarily devoted not only addressing the conditions related to mental health but also identifying and addressing the unmet needs related to them. I bring a level of empathy and caring to all my patients. My private practice is primarily working with individuals, couples and facilitating training and supervision. My areas of clinical specialization include anxiety, depression, relationships, past trauma, narcissism, cultural issues and acculturation, immigration, and athletic performance. I hold LCSW licenses in New Jersey and Florida.

Shari Bloomberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
What in your life is not working for you? What if you could identify it, explore it? change it? How would you be leading the life you seek? There is a gross misconception that therapy is for people who are chronically mentally ill. That is not my philosophy. I believe that anyone can be metaphorically driving their car on the road of life and end up off the road, maybe in a ditch. I believe in partnering with my clients to understand the struggle, whether a present challenge, an unresolved past issue, or facing an uncertain future. Together, we can put the car back on the road, or find an entirely new road to follow.

Dr. Damita Lucas PHD LLC
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LCCC, FDC, CLC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I help children, teens, adults, couples and families to better understand their temperament so they can experience improved emotional, spiritual and mental health. As the Traveling Counselor, I provide in-home, on-site and teletherapy for life coaching, counseling, therapy and consulting services for individuals, church organizations, family agencies and educational programs. As a public speaker, presentations are unlimited such as parent meetings, churches, mental health events, private events, panels and facilitation of trainings and workshops.
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Christian Santana
Marriage & Family Therapist, DA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Hello, I’m Dr. Christian Santana, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have been providing individual, couples, and family counseling since 2004. My style of counseling is person-centered, and my main focus is to create a safe and supportive environment that facilitates self-exploration, personal growth, and relational wellness. I believe that, with proper guidance and support, people have the potential to adjust to life transitions, overcome challenges, and become resilient in the face of adversity. I emphasize the importance of implementing an integrative approach where mind, body, and spirit are interconnected.

Jonathan Schwartz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
People who seek treatment are often burdened with the worry that it might take too long, will "not work" or will come back. Since beginning clinical practice, I have always made it my business to have my patients engage in the therapy both in and out of session, understand the therapy process and stick to one's goals. The CBT model that I use and tailor to each particular individual's need, helps empower patients to reach their goals both in therapy and beyond... in life itself.
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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?
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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.