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Hello! My name is Sara Gibson, LCSW, M.Ed, RYT-500. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Yoga and Meditation Instructor, Art Educator, and Embodiment Coach. I am a Trauma-Informed, Holistic Therapist. I believe in a holistic & somatic approach to healing. I know the importance of mind, body, heart, and spirit connection and balance to heal and grow on life's path. We are not these separate pieces of ourselves. We must heal as a whole. I will help you learn how to regulate your nervous system and feel empowered! I also offer Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in collaboration with Journey Clinical.

Life's challenges can leave us feeling overwhelmed, especially during big transitions. I'm here to provide support as you navigate through these obstacles. Together, we'll explore your resilience and devise strategies to help regain control. In our sessions, we'll address the root causes of your distress and work towards solutions. This is a judgment-free space where you can freely express yourself. Whether it's anxiety, depression, life transitions, or feeling stuck, know that there's a path forward, and I'm here to guide you!

Often times, the hardest part of therapy can be making that first appointment and showing up. I commend you for taking the first step and seeking a therapist that feels like a good fit for you. Life can bring so many unexpected and painful challenges that can cause us to feel anxious, stressed, overwhelmed and sometimes even numb. When it feels like it is all too much, therapy can help. Whether it be social stressors, grief and loss, major life transitions, work-life balance, anxiety, relationship issues, or something else, my goal is to provide you with a safe and comfortable space to share and work it through.

I emphasize a collaborative approach to treatment utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and when appropriate, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am also trained in Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES). I specialize in treating adults whose primary presenting problem involves Anxiety Disorders (e.g., Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Phobias, Social Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Potential clients are encouraged to download and read the client treatment manual from my website (www.jerseyshoreanxiety.com) to get a sense of how I conceptualize the treatment process.

Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or stressed? Are you struggling with crisis within your own family? Have a child or teenager feeling the same? Although it may feel like it, you are not alone! Together, we will develop goals and build upon your strengths. I believe there is not one single approach to help every person since each individual is different and every situation is unique. I will offer you support, help you identify the cause of your struggles, and empower you to be utilize the skills that will allow for positive change in your life.

Lisa received her Master’s in Counseling at Montclair University. She’s worked in various positions in the field utilizing her counseling skills and innate problem solving abilities as a Guidance Counselor, a Crisis Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, and an In home counselor for the last 15 years where she has molded and guided at risk youth in crisis. Lisa holds certifications in: Eye Movement and Densitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (Ct.H), National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC), Mind/Body Personal Trainer, Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, and CANS certified SNA (NA/BPS).

Empathetic and sympathetic by nature, I believe in helping all individuals I work with find the best versions of themselves while healing generational trauma and the inner child within. I meet you at the age, stage, and developmental level that you are utilizing eclectic approaches enriched with a holistic healing style. I specialize in working with those who are neurodivergent( ADHD and ASD), LGBTIA+ individuals, women with Postpartum symptoms, Anxiety, Depression, and all those who have any trauma background. Let me help you in your journey to become the person you have always wanted to be.

Are you disappointed with your adult child's choices in life? Are you feeling a deep sadness that expectations for his/ her future may not come to pass? Do you avoid confiding in family and friends due to embarrassment and fear of being judged as a "bad" parent? Are you an adult who has always felt less favored, less accepted, and unheard by your parents? Do you continue to seek your parents' approval, but fall short? Do you think it's best to cut ties rather than endure the hurt of disapproval? Are you in conflict with your sibling, partner, or boss? Relationships are complicated! Imagine the pain resolved and finding peace....

My goal as a therapist is to provide hope and peace to every client while working with them. I thrive to create a warm and welcoming environment for all through an empathetic approach. I will walk with you through every step of your journey guiding you towards your goals. I am dedicated to help each client realize just how capable they are to handle life's hardest challenges.

My ideal client would be a someone going through a life transition (recent loss, pregnancy, fertility issues, parenthood, job loss etc). I am a very solution focused therapist. We can talk about your stressors and your issues, but what are we going to do with that? Let us set up some goals and work towards them. I give homework and I want you to do the work and of course I’ll be there to support you through the entire process.

Welcome to a place of healing and growth! Times that feel challenging and painful provide you with the opportunity to rearrange your life so that your journey is more peaceful and fulfilling. But to do this, it helps to have a guide; someone who knows the terrain so that you can find the best way forward. I have been this guide in an outpatient setting to many adults challenged by anxiety, depression, grief, and a history of trauma. As a hospice volunteer, I have also worked with families at the end of life. I look forward to the opportunity to serve as your guide as well.

I see my clients as unique individuals, as I am a firm believer of meeting a client where they currently are and working together on exploring their needs and goals. Life is always changing, these changes, whether anticipated or not, can often create uncomfortable and confusing thoughts and emotions, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and emotionally vulnerable. Making the decision to start therapy is the first step in what can be a very difficult and scary decision to make. I provide a safe and comfortable environment to help each patient gain a better understanding of their needs and finding their full potential.

Matthew Chodosh is a New Jersey Licensed Social Worker with over 20 years working with a multitude of populations and ages. After several years working with an adoption agency, he moved into direct mental health care working with chronically mentally ill adults, along with substance abuse disorders and co-occurring disorders. For the past 17 years, he has been and continues to work in a local hospital as an emergency room clinician. Matthew received his Master's degree from Monmouth University in 2000 and utilizes his training on a daily basis. Using experiences and training he brings a down-to-earth, person-centered approach.

Are you feeling stressed and overwhelmed with dieting and changing your body size? Are you struggling with your body image and disordered eating/eating disorder? Are you looking for a different approach to handle life stressors? Finding a counselor to fit your needs may seem impossible and overwhelming. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and trust your therapist. I specialize in working with teenagers and adults who suffer from eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and other life stressors. My goal is to improve my client's overall mood and increase their ability to cope with life stress.

I truly believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients is the recipe for success in the counseling process. This type of relationship that I help foster with my clients as I use evidence-based practices creates the catalyst for positive change. I also think it is important to meet people where they are at and tailor the approach to the needs of the place they are in. I am ready to roll up my sleeves and work together with my clients as a team to overcome the many challenges that life puts in our path.

I know that choosing the right psychologist for your needs is a big step; one that takes courage. I treat each person and their concerns with respect, confidentiality, and nonjudgmentally. I have expertise in providing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); skills I honed during my training at Harvard Medical School/McLean Hospital. This approach allows you to better understand how your thinking patterns may lead to unnecessary distress in your life. We work together to set goals in many areas of your life: anxiety, fears, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, obsessions/compulsions, to name a few.

Building friendships that last! At Camp Excel, we focus on developing social skills and the social awareness necessary for better relationships with other children and adults. Camp Excel offers social skills group programs for children ages 5-17 with mild special needs that have social skill challenges. Many of our children have a diagnosis of ADHD, high functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder, Anxiety, Social Communication Disorder, Tourette’s, Auditory Processing Disorder, Learning Disorders, and more. We focus on developing social skills and the social awareness necessary for better relationships.

Cheryl Manfredi, LCSW has over 20 years experience working with adults and couples. She is a certified psychotherapist and psychoanalyst with four years post graduate training in Object Relations Therapy. "Therapy frequently promotes a more deeply experienced sense of self and others through gradual awareness and honesty with ourselves. "Through listening, witnessing, recognizing and understanding, therapy becomes a greenhouse for the self to develop more fully."

I've worked as a therapist for ten+ years doing a combination of Intensive In-Home Counseling, private practice, and working in schools for children with behavioral/academic/psychiatric issues. I’m pleased to now work exclusively in private practice where I offer individual as well as group therapy; I currently run three social skills groups for people with Autism: 2 for Adults, and 1 for HS teens. I believe in working with the family as well as the child when working with adolescents. I enjoy working with adolescents as well as adults, and appreciate the unique differences of each client.