Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists in Mantua, NJ
Ayrin L. Hnosko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mantua, NJ 08051 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe that caring for your mental health is one of the most powerful things you will do in life. Many of us have pain and wounds we carry with us, each and every day. These often show up as depression, anxiety, focus concerns, anger, general irritability, relational concerns and more. Within a trusted, safe, and dynamic relationship with me as your Trauma-informed therapist, you will learn the tools to return to health, peace and joy. Life can be very difficult. With the right therapeutic relationship and a big box of tools in your mental health care kit, it can be easier to manage. Let me help you rediscover your peace.
I believe that caring for your mental health is one of the most powerful things you will do in life. Many of us have pain and wounds we carry with us, each and every day. These often show up as depression, anxiety, focus concerns, anger, general irritability, relational concerns and more. Within a trusted, safe, and dynamic relationship with me as your Trauma-informed therapist, you will learn the tools to return to health, peace and joy. Life can be very difficult. With the right therapeutic relationship and a big box of tools in your mental health care kit, it can be easier to manage. Let me help you rediscover your peace.
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Cierah Greene
Counselor, LAC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Clementon, NJ 08021
I'm an EMDR trained therapist interested in working with clients ages 10 and older to overcome challenges stemming from traumatic experiences and other issues such as depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have a passion for working with those who are new to therapy and uplifting members of BIPOC, LGBTQIA2+ , and kink communities.
I'm an EMDR trained therapist interested in working with clients ages 10 and older to overcome challenges stemming from traumatic experiences and other issues such as depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I have a passion for working with those who are new to therapy and uplifting members of BIPOC, LGBTQIA2+ , and kink communities.
Melissa Charfadi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Grenloch, NJ 08032 (Online Only)
I have worked with a very diverse group of people throughout my career as I have spent most of my career working, developing, and managing community mental health programs. I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, sexual identity issues, life transitions, burnout, stress management, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and trauma histories. I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach.
I have worked with a very diverse group of people throughout my career as I have spent most of my career working, developing, and managing community mental health programs. I have extensive experience working with individuals with anxiety, depression, sexual identity issues, life transitions, burnout, stress management, personality disorders, mood disorders, psychosis, and trauma histories. I strive to empower people to see their full potential and worth through a client-centered, strength-based approach.
Rainbow Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, LMHC, ACS
Verified Verified
Sewell, NJ 08080 (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity issues can rob you of a fulfilling life. Ready for change? Open to sharing your thoughts and feelings? In a nonjudgmental space, I offer practical solutions to manage emotions and reduce stress. Improving your mental health, personal growth, better relationships, and a richer life are possible. I'll empower you to realize your potential and support your journey to meaningful connections and self-fulfillment. If you're ready for self-discovery and healing, I'm here to guide and support you on your path to a more balanced life.
Anxiety, depression, trauma, and identity issues can rob you of a fulfilling life. Ready for change? Open to sharing your thoughts and feelings? In a nonjudgmental space, I offer practical solutions to manage emotions and reduce stress. Improving your mental health, personal growth, better relationships, and a richer life are possible. I'll empower you to realize your potential and support your journey to meaningful connections and self-fulfillment. If you're ready for self-discovery and healing, I'm here to guide and support you on your path to a more balanced life.
Asia McNeil
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Swedesboro, NJ 08085
Navigating life can be challenging and stressful, and along the way, many of us need support in managing these challenges. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion for supporting individuals, couples, and families through various life transitions. My approach to therapy is always collaborative, and client(s) centered. I believe feeling comfortable, understood, and validated is the foundation for successful therapy. I'm passionate about helping clients untangle and unlearn old patterns of behavior while offering useful and alternative skills for new behaviors.
Navigating life can be challenging and stressful, and along the way, many of us need support in managing these challenges. I'm a Marriage and Family Therapist who has a passion for supporting individuals, couples, and families through various life transitions. My approach to therapy is always collaborative, and client(s) centered. I believe feeling comfortable, understood, and validated is the foundation for successful therapy. I'm passionate about helping clients untangle and unlearn old patterns of behavior while offering useful and alternative skills for new behaviors.
Kathleen Grizky
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC, CCS, SAP
Verified Verified
Woodbury, NJ 08096
If you are struggling with substance abuse issues, you are taking a step in the right direction by looking into treatment options. I can provide in person or tele-health sessions to address the many areas of life that can be affected by substance abuse. Whether it be trauma, anxiety, depression, legal issues, family concerns, or you just want to get life under control.
If you are struggling with substance abuse issues, you are taking a step in the right direction by looking into treatment options. I can provide in person or tele-health sessions to address the many areas of life that can be affected by substance abuse. Whether it be trauma, anxiety, depression, legal issues, family concerns, or you just want to get life under control.
Life Support Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Pitman, NJ 08071 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with day to day stress, need help sorting your thoughts, need help formulating goals or learning better coping skills or even if you have been struggling with chronic mental health issues, we are here to help you meet your individual goals. We work with clients to develop an individualized treatment plan to ensure that individual needs are being met. We utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques with a client centered strengths-based approach. We offer services to people ranging in age from adolescents to adults, and we also offer family and couples counseling. We have several therapists available!
If you are struggling with day to day stress, need help sorting your thoughts, need help formulating goals or learning better coping skills or even if you have been struggling with chronic mental health issues, we are here to help you meet your individual goals. We work with clients to develop an individualized treatment plan to ensure that individual needs are being met. We utilize a variety of therapeutic techniques with a client centered strengths-based approach. We offer services to people ranging in age from adolescents to adults, and we also offer family and couples counseling. We have several therapists available!
Kelly White
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCPC, ACS/CCS, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Woodbury, NJ 08096 (Online Only)
At this time, I am accepting Forensic clients (Court mandated, parole, probation, DCPP) New Jersey and Maine via telehealth (video) or phone sessions. For Psychoeducational Evaluations, ADHD testing, IQ testing, and General Mental Health therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sandplay therapy, Somatic Experiencing therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and TraumaPlay therapy please contact me at Bridge to Balance, Inc at 856-354-0664. I can provide Clinical Supervision for LACs in New Jersey and Maine
At this time, I am accepting Forensic clients (Court mandated, parole, probation, DCPP) New Jersey and Maine via telehealth (video) or phone sessions. For Psychoeducational Evaluations, ADHD testing, IQ testing, and General Mental Health therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Sandplay therapy, Somatic Experiencing therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and TraumaPlay therapy please contact me at Bridge to Balance, Inc at 856-354-0664. I can provide Clinical Supervision for LACs in New Jersey and Maine
Debbie Pilzer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Laurel Springs, NJ 08021
We offer a warm and open therapeutic experience working with individuals, couples and adult family members who struggle with their relationships, as well as relationships with themselves. Life is not a straight line, and sometimes life transitions are difficult to navigate. Through therapy, our work with clients will allow them to find the right path for their own lives. Whether you and your partner are having difficulty navigating your relationship, or you are an individual who feels at a crossroads or stuck, Our hope is through our work together, you will gain new perspective. We focus on relationships and Abuse recovery.
We offer a warm and open therapeutic experience working with individuals, couples and adult family members who struggle with their relationships, as well as relationships with themselves. Life is not a straight line, and sometimes life transitions are difficult to navigate. Through therapy, our work with clients will allow them to find the right path for their own lives. Whether you and your partner are having difficulty navigating your relationship, or you are an individual who feels at a crossroads or stuck, Our hope is through our work together, you will gain new perspective. We focus on relationships and Abuse recovery.
Suzanne Daly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pitman, NJ 08071
I am a relationally oriented psychotherapist offering treatment to those living in NY, PA, and NJ seeking relief from emotional suffering. I practice from a contemporary psychodynamic orientation, paying careful attention to the ways in which our sociocultural experiences inform our psychological development. I regard symptoms as opportunities for growth when approached with curiosity, compassion, and respect. I am committed to building an energetic and collaborative therapeutic relationship that can help you better understand your motivations and needs, and experience a more authentic connection with yourself and others.
I am a relationally oriented psychotherapist offering treatment to those living in NY, PA, and NJ seeking relief from emotional suffering. I practice from a contemporary psychodynamic orientation, paying careful attention to the ways in which our sociocultural experiences inform our psychological development. I regard symptoms as opportunities for growth when approached with curiosity, compassion, and respect. I am committed to building an energetic and collaborative therapeutic relationship that can help you better understand your motivations and needs, and experience a more authentic connection with yourself and others.
Cardinal Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sewell, NJ 08080 (Online Only)
Sometimes, struggling with practicing good mental wellness is not a choice, but healing is. Often life can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, insecure, checked out, isolated, have racing thoughts or unwanted memories, struggling with everyday tasks (school, work, parenting, etc.), dealing with depression, anxiety and maybe undesirable thoughts. Our current mental wellness, whether healthy or not, impact adults, our youth and our relationships. Together in therapy, we will work with you to feel safe, maintain strength, set healthy boundaries and learn how to function better in life.
Sometimes, struggling with practicing good mental wellness is not a choice, but healing is. Often life can leave you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, insecure, checked out, isolated, have racing thoughts or unwanted memories, struggling with everyday tasks (school, work, parenting, etc.), dealing with depression, anxiety and maybe undesirable thoughts. Our current mental wellness, whether healthy or not, impact adults, our youth and our relationships. Together in therapy, we will work with you to feel safe, maintain strength, set healthy boundaries and learn how to function better in life.
Rita L. DiVenti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Turnersville, NJ 08012
Accepting new clients. Adults, age 19 + both virtual or in-person , individual or relationships. Allow me to assist with any anxiety, depression, self esteem or relationship issues, grief & loss. You will be treated with dignity in a warm, safe, blame -free manner .I avoid labels such as "right" & "wrong" & focus on what does or does not work in both your personal life and within your relationship (s) . You can call Apple directly to set up an appointment with me . Phone :856 881 -1666
Accepting new clients. Adults, age 19 + both virtual or in-person , individual or relationships. Allow me to assist with any anxiety, depression, self esteem or relationship issues, grief & loss. You will be treated with dignity in a warm, safe, blame -free manner .I avoid labels such as "right" & "wrong" & focus on what does or does not work in both your personal life and within your relationship (s) . You can call Apple directly to set up an appointment with me . Phone :856 881 -1666
Rene Youssef
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Deptford, NJ 08096 (Online Only)
Most of my clients are people who have lost sight of how awesome they actually are whether that be due to some sort of trauma, a bad or unfulfilling relationship, a chronic illness, or a mental health disorder. They are people looking to make sense of their realities and to learn how to manage them. My clients are mostly adolescents and adults, but I will see children who are capable of handling the telehealth format.
Most of my clients are people who have lost sight of how awesome they actually are whether that be due to some sort of trauma, a bad or unfulfilling relationship, a chronic illness, or a mental health disorder. They are people looking to make sense of their realities and to learn how to manage them. My clients are mostly adolescents and adults, but I will see children who are capable of handling the telehealth format.
Chris Fariello
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08107
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of sexuality concerns.
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of sexuality concerns.
Jillian Arend
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035 (Online Only)
Welcome to Insightful Therapy, where healing and growth is at the heart of my work. I am dedicated to equipping clients with the necessary tools to enhance their lives and mental well-being, regardless of the obstacles they encounter. Every individual holds the potential for personal growth and the capacity to transform their lives through therapy. Employing a tailored therapeutic approach, I collaborate with each client to effectively address their unique needs and aspirations.
Welcome to Insightful Therapy, where healing and growth is at the heart of my work. I am dedicated to equipping clients with the necessary tools to enhance their lives and mental well-being, regardless of the obstacles they encounter. Every individual holds the potential for personal growth and the capacity to transform their lives through therapy. Employing a tailored therapeutic approach, I collaborate with each client to effectively address their unique needs and aspirations.
O'Leary Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, SAC
Verified Verified
Barrington, NJ 08007
Therapy assists in uncovering the true self. Learning how to recognize feelings enables people to understand themselves more effectively. During therapy individuals learn how to identify feelings and take control of their own lives. By learning how to pay attention to instincts and begin to challenge beliefs individuals can grow instead of stagnate. We promote personal growth and the establishment of healthy communication so our clients can achieve serenity within themselves.
Therapy assists in uncovering the true self. Learning how to recognize feelings enables people to understand themselves more effectively. During therapy individuals learn how to identify feelings and take control of their own lives. By learning how to pay attention to instincts and begin to challenge beliefs individuals can grow instead of stagnate. We promote personal growth and the establishment of healthy communication so our clients can achieve serenity within themselves.
Amy M Shaitelman
Counselor, MS, LPC, CAGS, NCC
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08107
Just looking all this up is brave- it’s an act of self care. My name is Amy Shaitelman and I am passionate about the power of the process of finding your voice, trusting your gut and healing yourself. I feel that working as a team with my clients creates progress and success in new areas and ways. Availability in Chestnut Hill, Haddonfield and Center City
Just looking all this up is brave- it’s an act of self care. My name is Amy Shaitelman and I am passionate about the power of the process of finding your voice, trusting your gut and healing yourself. I feel that working as a team with my clients creates progress and success in new areas and ways. Availability in Chestnut Hill, Haddonfield and Center City
Jerniece Saez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Clementon, NJ 08021 (Online Only)
Everyone is an ideal client; everyone needs support, understanding of their feelings, the need to be heard, and help to process their thoughts. Jerniece has worked with diverse populations, including individual, single & blended parents, couples, groups, and families. Extensive experience processing within a safe and nurturing virtual setting. She has 6+ years of clinical experience and offer telehealth via several platforms: Uplift and Grow Therapy(see below)
Everyone is an ideal client; everyone needs support, understanding of their feelings, the need to be heard, and help to process their thoughts. Jerniece has worked with diverse populations, including individual, single & blended parents, couples, groups, and families. Extensive experience processing within a safe and nurturing virtual setting. She has 6+ years of clinical experience and offer telehealth via several platforms: Uplift and Grow Therapy(see below)
Jay Tunnicliffe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Collingswood, NJ 08107 (Online Only)
Life is not always as we expect or even plan it. Often times, we find ourselves struggling with the ever-changing world around us. You don't have to walk through these tough times by yourself feeling alone. Reach out, and allow someone who is experienced in working through some of the toughest challenges you might be facing to walk beside you and give you the space to talk out and process those challenges. Let's create a space, together, for you to open up and share without fear of judgement or shame!
Life is not always as we expect or even plan it. Often times, we find ourselves struggling with the ever-changing world around us. You don't have to walk through these tough times by yourself feeling alone. Reach out, and allow someone who is experienced in working through some of the toughest challenges you might be facing to walk beside you and give you the space to talk out and process those challenges. Let's create a space, together, for you to open up and share without fear of judgement or shame!
Autumn Ondo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Collingswood, NJ 08107 (Online Only)
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in group and individual settings. Many youth are feeling the impact of the political atmosphere, and extreme transitions of their social and personal identities. Our environments are constantly changing, relationships shifting, and therapy can be a place for you to process your feelings and experiences.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in group and individual settings. Many youth are feeling the impact of the political atmosphere, and extreme transitions of their social and personal identities. Our environments are constantly changing, relationships shifting, and therapy can be a place for you to process your feelings and experiences.
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Sex-Positive, Kink Allied Therapists
Why might an individual want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
A sex-positive or kinky individual may want to see a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist because the client may feel safer and more supported discussing their experiences and challenges. A therapist who identifies as kink-friendly will have experience with clients having diverse sexual preferences and will likely be nonjudgmental and supportive about issues brought to the table. It is important to note that sex-positive, kink-allied individuals may find equal success with therapists who do not have such specialized knowledge and background. The most important factor in the success of therapy is for the client and practitioner to form a strong, trusting bond.
Do therapists have special training to gain expertise in sex-positive, kink-allied treatment?
Generally, no. There are limited training programs and unofficial accreditations that therapists can pursue, but a therapist’s expertise will ultimately come from their previous experience with similar clients, their engagement with organizations that promote sex positivity or kink-allied lifestyles, and the importance they place on safety and cultural sensitivity.
How can individuals recognize a good sex-positive, kink-allied therapist?
An experienced therapist is able to help clients explore their sexual identity and expression and relieve any discomfort or stigma attached to discussing such matters and the client’s overall challenges. A therapist who is sex-positive and kink-allied is able to create an environment that honors a client’s experience and sexual preferences. To recognize a good therapist, clients can simply ask directly about topics and issues important to them and gauge their comfort level and connection with a clinician based on the responses.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist with a focus on sex positivity and alternative sexual lifestyles?
Some individuals may feel most comfortable knowing that the clinician they’re working with has a commitment to creating an atmosphere of sex positivity and has experience with relationship diversity and alternative relationship structures. Working with a sex-positive, kink-allied therapist may help clients respect their own challenges and improve identity-affirming treatment.