Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Hamilton Square, NJ

Photo of Josephine S Minardo, Psychologist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Josephine S Minardo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton Square, NJ 08690  (Online Only)
Understanding that psychotherapy is such a personal matter, I feel the best approach is one that is very patient centered. That means I tailor therapy to meet the individual needs of each client. I believe in working together collaboratively to set achievable therapy goals toward the desired outcome of therapy, so you can experience greater happiness, stability and a more meaningful life. I have experience in multiple treatment modalities & utilize an integrative approach so that I can apply what will be most effective and best suited to you. Most clients find this approach helpful and sensitive to their needs. I know you will too.
Understanding that psychotherapy is such a personal matter, I feel the best approach is one that is very patient centered. That means I tailor therapy to meet the individual needs of each client. I believe in working together collaboratively to set achievable therapy goals toward the desired outcome of therapy, so you can experience greater happiness, stability and a more meaningful life. I have experience in multiple treatment modalities & utilize an integrative approach so that I can apply what will be most effective and best suited to you. Most clients find this approach helpful and sensitive to their needs. I know you will too.
(609) 201-1290 View (609) 201-1290
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Joseph Kessel
Counselor, MEd, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Hamilton Square, NJ 08690
I do not believe in the idea of an "ideal client". I believe that every client is unique in their own way. They come to session with their own issues, needs, and goals. As a counselor, I feel that it is my job to make sure that their concerns are adequately addressed and that their needs and goals are met.
I do not believe in the idea of an "ideal client". I believe that every client is unique in their own way. They come to session with their own issues, needs, and goals. As a counselor, I feel that it is my job to make sure that their concerns are adequately addressed and that their needs and goals are met.
(609) 798-7182 View (609) 798-7182
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Insights Counseling & Training Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT, NCC
Verified Verified
Hamilton Square, NJ 08690
People come to therapy with issues. We believe they also bring the solutions to those issues. Our role is to assist in the process of discovering and implementing those solutions. We have learned by doing our own individual and group work how important it is to "walk the talk". We are prepared to take that walk with you and grow and learn together. You are the expert in your life and our expertise can help you with the next stage of your journey.
People come to therapy with issues. We believe they also bring the solutions to those issues. Our role is to assist in the process of discovering and implementing those solutions. We have learned by doing our own individual and group work how important it is to "walk the talk". We are prepared to take that walk with you and grow and learn together. You are the expert in your life and our expertise can help you with the next stage of your journey.
(908) 304-9142 View (908) 304-9142
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Rebbeca Turnbull
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, C-ASDCS, NCC
Verified Verified
Hamilton Square, NJ 08690  (Online Only)
Being human is hard. We face unexpected challenges, grapple with confusing thoughts and emotions, and navigate interpersonal conflict. These obstacles are often confounded by a pressure to understand ourselves and make meaningful, "right" choices. Although it can feel exhausting and hopeless to deal with life's trials and tribulations, you do not have to traverse it alone. Through an empathetic, creative, and personalized approach, I offer my clients a pathway to growth and self-compassion in a chaotic world.
Being human is hard. We face unexpected challenges, grapple with confusing thoughts and emotions, and navigate interpersonal conflict. These obstacles are often confounded by a pressure to understand ourselves and make meaningful, "right" choices. Although it can feel exhausting and hopeless to deal with life's trials and tribulations, you do not have to traverse it alone. Through an empathetic, creative, and personalized approach, I offer my clients a pathway to growth and self-compassion in a chaotic world.
(609) 547-3928 View (609) 547-3928
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Tom Letson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton Square, NJ 08690  (Online Only)
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Coach driven by a deep passion to assist others in enhancing their happiness and achieving success. With over three decades of counseling experience, including 26 years in public school settings, coupled with my background as a football coach, I'm committed to leveraging my expertise and fervor to inspire and support you in your journey towards realizing the changes you aspire to make. My own experiences in overcoming obstacles and achieving success has profoundly influenced my life, and the goal in my practice is to instill those same beliefs and benefits in you.
I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Coach driven by a deep passion to assist others in enhancing their happiness and achieving success. With over three decades of counseling experience, including 26 years in public school settings, coupled with my background as a football coach, I'm committed to leveraging my expertise and fervor to inspire and support you in your journey towards realizing the changes you aspire to make. My own experiences in overcoming obstacles and achieving success has profoundly influenced my life, and the goal in my practice is to instill those same beliefs and benefits in you.
(732) 820-4890 View (732) 820-4890
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Richard Tiburzi Heid
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hamilton Square, NJ 08690  (Online Only)
My supportive and thoughtful approach to psychotherapy involves helping clients to take a look at themselves and their choices to determine whether their personal styles are working for them. In this way, clients become more aware of how they relate to others and how to make healthy choices to reduce and better manage stress, improve mood, and enhance relationships. Identifying maladaptive patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving, and making changes in those patterns, helps people to live more rewarding and satisfying lives. Therapy is a process in which people learn to live more adaptively and with more personal fulfillment.
My supportive and thoughtful approach to psychotherapy involves helping clients to take a look at themselves and their choices to determine whether their personal styles are working for them. In this way, clients become more aware of how they relate to others and how to make healthy choices to reduce and better manage stress, improve mood, and enhance relationships. Identifying maladaptive patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving, and making changes in those patterns, helps people to live more rewarding and satisfying lives. Therapy is a process in which people learn to live more adaptively and with more personal fulfillment.
(609) 545-2095 View (609) 545-2095

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Photo of Maureen Costa, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Maureen Costa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
Specialized services include solution focused psychotherapy for symptom relief from anxiety, depression, life crises issues, bereavement/loss, conflict resolution, family and couples counseling.
With close to 20 years of experience in various settings including hospitals, agencies, schools, nursing facilities and private practice, I've had the privilege to witness incredible transformations in people's lives. These experiences have in-turn transformed me into a person who believes that anyone, no matter what walk of life or troublesome situation, can indeed improve their quality of life. By simply updating some old modes of coping, thinking and behaving, one can reduce emotional symptoms and can replace them with a more complete sense of self. I'm on your team to help you succeed.
Specialized services include solution focused psychotherapy for symptom relief from anxiety, depression, life crises issues, bereavement/loss, conflict resolution, family and couples counseling.
With close to 20 years of experience in various settings including hospitals, agencies, schools, nursing facilities and private practice, I've had the privilege to witness incredible transformations in people's lives. These experiences have in-turn transformed me into a person who believes that anyone, no matter what walk of life or troublesome situation, can indeed improve their quality of life. By simply updating some old modes of coping, thinking and behaving, one can reduce emotional symptoms and can replace them with a more complete sense of self. I'm on your team to help you succeed.
(848) 206-3742 View (848) 206-3742
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Richard Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08690
He has worked with adults, individuals, groups and couples and continues to provide psychotherapy with approaches including but not limited to Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
He has worked with adults, individuals, groups and couples and continues to provide psychotherapy with approaches including but not limited to Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Richard is licensed by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and is a National Board Certified Counselor (NBCC). Richard has over eight years of experience working with a wide range of adults and families in the mental health field settings at the Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient, Residential, Intensive In-Community Settings. Richard has experience with various issues, including Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Grief, Stress, Substance Abuse, Peer Relationships, Anger Management, Men’s Issues, and Domestic Violence.
(609) 527-3147 View (609) 527-3147
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Arthur Howard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS, CCATP, CTHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08691  (Online Only)
Modes of treatment include: Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy.
Experienced, licensed therapist with over 10+ years’ experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am licensed as a professional therapist in both New Jersey and Delaware. My goal is to help clients gain a greater sense of inner peace through the achievement of personal goals and developing harmony, oneness, and satisfaction in their lives. This is accomplished by helping clients understand their inner selves and then stimulating change at the core of their being.
Modes of treatment include: Cognitive Behavioral, Solution Focused and Family Systems Therapy.
Experienced, licensed therapist with over 10+ years’ experience working with individuals, couples and families. I am licensed as a professional therapist in both New Jersey and Delaware. My goal is to help clients gain a greater sense of inner peace through the achievement of personal goals and developing harmony, oneness, and satisfaction in their lives. This is accomplished by helping clients understand their inner selves and then stimulating change at the core of their being.
(609) 256-6153 View (609) 256-6153
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Phyllis Nehra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
Whether the client in front of me is one person or a couple, I look forward to the opportunity to help people feel heard and validated. Helping people identify and express their needs is a favorite part of the therapeutic process. From there, people can begin to identify and set the boundaries they need, leading them to feel empowered within their relationships. My wish is to give clients the opportunity to identify and communicate their needs, set boundaries, and live the life they'd prefer without others' expectations or limitations. I love to watch the transformation as clients live in a way that allows them to feel confident.
Whether the client in front of me is one person or a couple, I look forward to the opportunity to help people feel heard and validated. Helping people identify and express their needs is a favorite part of the therapeutic process. From there, people can begin to identify and set the boundaries they need, leading them to feel empowered within their relationships. My wish is to give clients the opportunity to identify and communicate their needs, set boundaries, and live the life they'd prefer without others' expectations or limitations. I love to watch the transformation as clients live in a way that allows them to feel confident.
(732) 329-7207 View (732) 329-7207
Photo of Julia Ann Gollas, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Julia Ann Gollas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08690
Once stated by Erik Erickson, "Children love and want to be loved and they very much prefer the joy of accomplishment". My passion comes from working with children, adolescents, and families as they learn and grow together while celebrating the joys of their own accomplishments. Providing support while managing a variety of life stressors including but not limited to school difficulties, ADHD, anxiety, and defiance are my specialty. I have gained this specialty through my work while providing therapy in Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and School Based Programs. Having the privilege to provide you with empathy, warmth, and empowerment on this journey is my hope.
Once stated by Erik Erickson, "Children love and want to be loved and they very much prefer the joy of accomplishment". My passion comes from working with children, adolescents, and families as they learn and grow together while celebrating the joys of their own accomplishments. Providing support while managing a variety of life stressors including but not limited to school difficulties, ADHD, anxiety, and defiance are my specialty. I have gained this specialty through my work while providing therapy in Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, and School Based Programs. Having the privilege to provide you with empathy, warmth, and empowerment on this journey is my hope.
(848) 404-5057 View (848) 404-5057
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John Lekocevic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619  (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a Licensed Therapist that has been in the mental health field for 10 years. Life can be challenging. Sometimes you need someone to walk alongside you through those seasons; to help heal, grow and live a more fulfilled life.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Therapist that has been in the mental health field for 10 years. Life can be challenging. Sometimes you need someone to walk alongside you through those seasons; to help heal, grow and live a more fulfilled life.
(609) 834-3299 View (609) 834-3299
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Sarah Goldberg Ellis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults overcome the struggles of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and substance abuse. I help my clients learn concrete coping skills and effective ways to take control of their lives. The constant battle of obsessing over one's weight, the unrelenting state of panic and fear at times for no understood reason, and the feelings of shame and urges to self-destruct, don't have to be a part of your life. I've had the opportunity to successfully help people work through these issues and find peace and healing that they deserve.
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults overcome the struggles of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, self-harm, and substance abuse. I help my clients learn concrete coping skills and effective ways to take control of their lives. The constant battle of obsessing over one's weight, the unrelenting state of panic and fear at times for no understood reason, and the feelings of shame and urges to self-destruct, don't have to be a part of your life. I've had the opportunity to successfully help people work through these issues and find peace and healing that they deserve.
(856) 457-4883 View (856) 457-4883
Photo of Stacy Thompson, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Stacy Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08620  (Online Only)
Hello! I currently see patients that are ages 5+. Trauma is considered my specialty area of practice and I am certified in EMDR therapy. Please use the link in my profile under websites to book an initial session. Please email me if you have difficulty or questions. I also offer an individual message-based service which is described more in groups. It is not a group but this is the only section it can be described in with Psychology Today. Several current openings on Sundays. Some are bi-weekly openings where some are weekly. Any available cancellations for the week posted here:
Hello! I currently see patients that are ages 5+. Trauma is considered my specialty area of practice and I am certified in EMDR therapy. Please use the link in my profile under websites to book an initial session. Please email me if you have difficulty or questions. I also offer an individual message-based service which is described more in groups. It is not a group but this is the only section it can be described in with Psychology Today. Several current openings on Sundays. Some are bi-weekly openings where some are weekly. Any available cancellations for the week posted here:
(804) 336-2755 View (804) 336-2755
Photo of Brian L'Oiseau, Licensed Professional Counselor in Hamilton Square, NJ
Brian L'Oiseau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08619
At KNIC Counseling we believe that 'Knowledge is Necessary for the Improvement of our Communities.' We are community oriented and use knowledge from the theoretical perspective of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in our implementation of professional counseling services. Our goal is to empower clients to overcome life issues through clinical therapy. BRIAN L'OISEAU, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH manages KNIC Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC. Brian L'Oiseau received his Bachelors in Psychology from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. He received his Masters in Counselor Education from Kean University.
At KNIC Counseling we believe that 'Knowledge is Necessary for the Improvement of our Communities.' We are community oriented and use knowledge from the theoretical perspective of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in our implementation of professional counseling services. Our goal is to empower clients to overcome life issues through clinical therapy. BRIAN L'OISEAU, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH manages KNIC Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC. Brian L'Oiseau received his Bachelors in Psychology from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. He received his Masters in Counselor Education from Kean University.
(609) 812-2101 View (609) 812-2101
Photo of Frank W. Thewes, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Frank W. Thewes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08619
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won't stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than mediocre cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stressful life. Even if asking for help is hard for you, you’re at a point where you are ready to do it because you want something to change.
You want to move past racing thoughts and avoiding your life. Past sadness and low motivation. Past the same draining arguments with your partner. Past experiences that follow you and won't stay in the past. And past big decisions that get you stuck. You are looking to get out of feeling overwhelmed. You want to learn how to get more control. You want more than mediocre cookie-cutter therapy. You want therapy that is personalized for you and about you. You want therapy that fits into your stressful life. Even if asking for help is hard for you, you’re at a point where you are ready to do it because you want something to change.
(609) 997-0731 View (609) 997-0731
Photo of Diane McMahon, Licensed Professional Counselor in Hamilton Square, NJ
Diane McMahon
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, RN, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08619
Diane McMahon EdS, RN, LPC has been licensed in the healing arts since 1976. Through her years of continuing education and hands-on experience, she has successfully facilitated the ethical healing, empowerment and growth of clients of all ages. Diane spent 20 years working in the nursing field as a pediatric nurse, psychiatric nurse, and as a nursing educator. Since 2001, she has worked as a counselor primarily in schools and in community-based services providing Individual, Couple, Family and Group Counseling. New to her curriculum vitae is the addition of the EAGALA certification using horses as part of a therapeutic process for clients.
Diane McMahon EdS, RN, LPC has been licensed in the healing arts since 1976. Through her years of continuing education and hands-on experience, she has successfully facilitated the ethical healing, empowerment and growth of clients of all ages. Diane spent 20 years working in the nursing field as a pediatric nurse, psychiatric nurse, and as a nursing educator. Since 2001, she has worked as a counselor primarily in schools and in community-based services providing Individual, Couple, Family and Group Counseling. New to her curriculum vitae is the addition of the EAGALA certification using horses as part of a therapeutic process for clients.
(609) 353-5457 View (609) 353-5457
Photo of Melanie Pacheco, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Melanie Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.
I love working with all different types of clients, and I find that I learn from those that I work with. I love working with anyone who wants to make a change or achieve a goal.
(732) 537-8352 View (732) 537-8352
Photo of Rebecca Austin, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Hamilton Square, NJ
Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08690
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
(609) 722-7354 View (609) 722-7354
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The Counseling Center at Robbinsville
Verified Verified
Robbinsville, NJ 08691
The Counseling Center is an outpatient treatment center offering both an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and an Outpatient Program to help people recover from substance abuse and cope with mental illness. Programs at The Counseling Center provide evidence-based methods that combine substance abuse treatment with principles of the 12-steps. Treatment is individualized and designed to teach the necessary skills to live a clean, sober and productive life.
The Counseling Center is an outpatient treatment center offering both an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and an Outpatient Program to help people recover from substance abuse and cope with mental illness. Programs at The Counseling Center provide evidence-based methods that combine substance abuse treatment with principles of the 12-steps. Treatment is individualized and designed to teach the necessary skills to live a clean, sober and productive life.
(609) 201-1330 View (609) 201-1330

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Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists

How does solution-focused therapy work?

The treatment works by helping a client notice which behaviors and thoughts have positive results on their lives and building a plan around how to maximise these strengths. Practitioners of solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT) believe that individuals already have the experience, wisdom, and resilience to create change in their lives, but may need a guide to help them realise which changes to make and how to make them.

Is solution-focused brief therapy evidence-based?

Yes. Solution-focused brief therapy has been extensively studied, and researchers find strong evidence that it’s an effective treatment for many behavioral and psychological concerns. This may be due to the uplifting nature and practicality of the treatment, which allows patients to employ strategies to reach their goals that are incremental and achievable.

How long does solution-focused brief therapy last?

Solution-focused brief therapy, as the name implies, is brief. The timeline may vary from person to person, given the challenges they face and their situation in life, but treatment is typically complete within four to eight sessions. This therapy type is a pragmatic one: it’s concerned more with “how” problems can be addressed and improved than getting to the root of “why” they exist in the first place.

Is solution-focused brief therapy a type of cognitive behavioral therapy?

Solution-focused brief therapy is related to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)in that both are pragmatic approaches that deal less with gaining a full understanding of the cause of a mental health problem and more with creating plans for how to cope with these problems and improve an individual’s day-to-day life. They are distinct, however, in that SFBT emphasises building on strengths and resources, while CBT focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors.