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Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
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Shobha Ayyappan

Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Let's Connect (862) 245-4218
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If you are experiencing feelings/emotions which trouble you and you want to overcome them, reach out to me! I have over 23 years of experience helping children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families lead healthier and more rewarding lives. I empower clients from a wide range of backgrounds, including many with special needs, by helping them build self-awareness, identify their challenges, and gain the tools to regain confidence and purpose in their lives. My skills and expertise can help you tackle your emotional, behavioral, or professional challenges, strengthen your innate abilities, and help you achieve your goals.
Using an individualized approach, I tailor the therapy and techniques to suit your specific needs. I specialize in working with the emotionally disturbed and helping them to regain control. My specialties include mood disorders, relationship counseling, individual, adolescent and family counseling, career counseling, and diverse, multicultural clients.
I am caring, knowledgeable, experienced, non-judgmental and provide a safe and trusting environment for you to stabilize and heal. Tell me how can I help you improve your well-being? For further details, please visit my website: https://www.southmountaintherapy.com
Call or Shobha Ayyappan now for a free 15 minute consultation - (862) 245-4218

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maplewood, NJ 07040

(862) 245-4218
During these times of anxiety, loss and uncertainty, I am doing telehealth sessions only and take Horizon BCBS, Beacon Health Options &Cigna
I specialize in Emotional Disturbance, Career Counseling and Relationship Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (862) 245-4218
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maplewood, NJ 07040

(862) 245-4218
During these times of anxiety, loss and uncertainty, I am doing telehealth sessions only and take Horizon BCBS, Beacon Health Options &Cigna
I specialize in Emotional Disturbance, Career Counseling and Relationship Issues 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Medicare
  • Out of Network
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I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Private pay referrals. I can also give you a receipt for reimbursement from your insurance
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 245-4218
"
I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Private pay referrals. I can also give you a receipt for reimbursement from your insurance
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 245-4218

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00595000 Shobha Ayyappan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 25 years
  • Attended The University of Nebraska, Graduated 1999
  • Additional Credentials

  • Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00595000
  • Certificate from State of NJ Board of Marriage and Family Therapy 37PC00595000 / 2017
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Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (862) 245-4218
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (862) 245-4218

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Career Counseling
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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A thorough intake process, where we will discuss what you want from being in therapy. I will provide an assessment of your mental health status, develop a treatment plan and provide therapeutic counseling to help you understand your feelings, emotions and behaviors. I wil use cognitive tools and techniques to help you overcome your mental health challenges and improve your relationships and life.
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 245-4218
"
A thorough intake process, where we will discuss what you want from being in therapy. I will provide an assessment of your mental health status, develop a treatment plan and provide therapeutic counseling to help you understand your feelings, emotions and behaviors. I wil use cognitive tools and techniques to help you overcome your mental health challenges and improve your relationships and life.
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 245-4218

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Hindi
Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu
Urdu

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Asian
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

I also speak

Hindi
Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu
Urdu

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Trauma Focused
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I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we will look at how your thoughts affect your emotions. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 245-4218
"
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. With CBT, we will look at how your thoughts affect your emotions. During treatment, I'll help you learn how to push back against those thoughts to change your feelings for the better.
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 245-4218

Location

Primary Location

Maplewood, NJ 07040

(862) 245-4218
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During these times of anxiety, loss and uncertainty, I am doing telehealth sessions only and take Horizon BCBS, Beacon Health Options &Cigna
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (862) 245-4218
"
During these times of anxiety, loss and uncertainty, I am doing telehealth sessions only and take Horizon BCBS, Beacon Health Options &Cigna
Photo of Shobha Ayyappan, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Shobha Ayyappan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, , LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (862) 245-4218