Strength-Based Therapists in 08610
Nevolia Estelle Ogletree
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My strength-based approach builds upon your positive attributes.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in individual and couples therapy, working effectively with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. My focus is on helping couples develop strong communication skills to ensure long-term, successful relationships. Pre-marital counseling is an area of expertise, wherein couples learn new tools and strategies to address common challenges and avoid pitfalls that are obstacles to healthy relationships. Couples find that my ability to analyze and help them to understand their personality styles enables them to experience harmony within their differences.
My strength-based approach builds upon your positive attributes.
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in individual and couples therapy, working effectively with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. My focus is on helping couples develop strong communication skills to ensure long-term, successful relationships. Pre-marital counseling is an area of expertise, wherein couples learn new tools and strategies to address common challenges and avoid pitfalls that are obstacles to healthy relationships. Couples find that my ability to analyze and help them to understand their personality styles enables them to experience harmony within their differences.
Mastery Counseling and Consulting LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610
I utilize a strength-based perspective, and I strongly believe in seeking the interest of the individual to create specialized therapeutic interventions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Assistant Professor at Ramapo College of New Jersey. As a licensed social worker I have 10 years of experience working with adults and teenagers. I have an extensive history working with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, low sense of self-worth, and adjustment disorders as a result of major life transitions.
I utilize a strength-based perspective, and I strongly believe in seeking the interest of the individual to create specialized therapeutic interventions.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Assistant Professor at Ramapo College of New Jersey. As a licensed social worker I have 10 years of experience working with adults and teenagers. I have an extensive history working with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, low sense of self-worth, and adjustment disorders as a result of major life transitions.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is the client that has an idea of what they want in life but is overwhelmed with life stressors such as anxiety and depression. This client needs a safe space to explore their life options and the triggers that are causing negative thinking patterns, self-doubt, and low self-confidence. This client needs support, encouragement, and a non-judgmental approach to achieve their goals.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My ideal client is a young adult under the age of 35 who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
Alice Garcia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
My ideal client would be an adult with issues with anxiety and depression related to trauma. I work primarily at helping clients manage stress and develop coping skills. I have worked with teenagers and young adults over the last 15 years and am comfortable with all ages. I have a license as a drug and alcohol counselor and as a clinical social work and also have a doctorate in clinical social work. I have worked in many areas of practice, including inpatient mental health and with the Latino population.
My ideal client would be an adult with issues with anxiety and depression related to trauma. I work primarily at helping clients manage stress and develop coping skills. I have worked with teenagers and young adults over the last 15 years and am comfortable with all ages. I have a license as a drug and alcohol counselor and as a clinical social work and also have a doctorate in clinical social work. I have worked in many areas of practice, including inpatient mental health and with the Latino population.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
I am a licensed professional counselor that has been working in behavioral health for over 20 years. I am a lifelong resident of South Jersey and obtained my Bachelors and Masters degrees from La Salle University in Philadelphia.
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.
I specialize in Trauma & PTSD, Domestic Violence, and Anxiety. My ideal client is ready to be open and accepting of the therapeutic process, committed to participating and collaborating. My ideal client is looking to either begin or continue their healing journey from the past to gain a more insightful and healthy perspective on life in the now and future.
I specialize in Trauma & PTSD, Domestic Violence, and Anxiety. My ideal client is ready to be open and accepting of the therapeutic process, committed to participating and collaborating. My ideal client is looking to either begin or continue their healing journey from the past to gain a more insightful and healthy perspective on life in the now and future.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Couples come to me for help managing their conflict. My goal is to provide a safe space for clients, and couples to be heard, to facilitate ownership of their part of the relationship energy. This is a process of creating intention and consciousness. I help clients understand what they bring to their relationships and ways to make changes in a non-judgmental, accepting, caring way. I am a trained Imago Relationship therapist. I am also a Certified Trainer of the Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting when working with family conflict.
I work with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Couples come to me for help managing their conflict. My goal is to provide a safe space for clients, and couples to be heard, to facilitate ownership of their part of the relationship energy. This is a process of creating intention and consciousness. I help clients understand what they bring to their relationships and ways to make changes in a non-judgmental, accepting, caring way. I am a trained Imago Relationship therapist. I am also a Certified Trainer of the Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting when working with family conflict.
Stephanie Luna
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trenton, NJ 08610
I welcome individuals, couples, and families who desire to improve in areas of communication, conflict, acceptance and change, mood regulation, being present, academic/work performance, adjusting to life transitions, self-esteem, and identity development. I am particularly dedicated to clients who are BIPOC, LGBTQ+, as well as multicultural families and interracial couples. Together, we will learn about combining the principles of neuroscience, brain health, and distress tolerance skills to optimize your wellbeing.
I welcome individuals, couples, and families who desire to improve in areas of communication, conflict, acceptance and change, mood regulation, being present, academic/work performance, adjusting to life transitions, self-esteem, and identity development. I am particularly dedicated to clients who are BIPOC, LGBTQ+, as well as multicultural families and interracial couples. Together, we will learn about combining the principles of neuroscience, brain health, and distress tolerance skills to optimize your wellbeing.
Hamilton Healing Arts, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW , MPH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
Welcome to Hamilton Healing Arts! Our therapists are talented and ready to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and assist in life transitions. We offer free consultations. Go to hamiltonhealingarts.com and fill out the contact form on the home page!
Welcome to Hamilton Healing Arts! Our therapists are talented and ready to treat anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and assist in life transitions. We offer free consultations. Go to hamiltonhealingarts.com and fill out the contact form on the home page!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08610
Feeling vulnerable, unworthy, misguided, unmotivated? That's a great place to start. My goals as a clinician have been consistent in centering around the inherent worth of the individual; meeting each person where they are. My hope in working together is providing a supportive, empathetic, and encouraging space. I have a therapeutic approach that is intentional, validating, and compassion-focused. I approach situations with curiosity, finding the benefits in learning from myself and others. I value my clients feeling safe, seen, and heard; believing they deserve autonomy in their sessions, while balancing their personalized goals.
Feeling vulnerable, unworthy, misguided, unmotivated? That's a great place to start. My goals as a clinician have been consistent in centering around the inherent worth of the individual; meeting each person where they are. My hope in working together is providing a supportive, empathetic, and encouraging space. I have a therapeutic approach that is intentional, validating, and compassion-focused. I approach situations with curiosity, finding the benefits in learning from myself and others. I value my clients feeling safe, seen, and heard; believing they deserve autonomy in their sessions, while balancing their personalized goals.
Sharing Temple Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08610
Welcome to Sharing Temple Counseling LLC! We are so happy you are taking the necessary steps to start your healing process. Our therapists have a passion for helping others and specialize in areas such as eating disorders, addictions, trauma, behavioral issues, EMDR, LGBTQA and first responders. Whether you are struggling in your relationships, experiencing anxiety and depression or ready to work towards recovery, we are here and ready to help. We are caring and take this journey with you very seriously.
Welcome to Sharing Temple Counseling LLC! We are so happy you are taking the necessary steps to start your healing process. Our therapists have a passion for helping others and specialize in areas such as eating disorders, addictions, trauma, behavioral issues, EMDR, LGBTQA and first responders. Whether you are struggling in your relationships, experiencing anxiety and depression or ready to work towards recovery, we are here and ready to help. We are caring and take this journey with you very seriously.
Jenny DeSantis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
There is no one size fits all mode of treatment. We will work together to find the approach that works best for you. I am a warm, authentic, down to earth person that you can feel comfortable confiding in. I provide a non-judgmental, supportive environment that fosters growth. I strive to empower you to embrace change and become the best version of yourself.
There is no one size fits all mode of treatment. We will work together to find the approach that works best for you. I am a warm, authentic, down to earth person that you can feel comfortable confiding in. I provide a non-judgmental, supportive environment that fosters growth. I strive to empower you to embrace change and become the best version of yourself.
Mary Ellen Guadagno
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trenton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
We all have moments when we feel we are struggling with life’s demands, and feel anxious, angry, or depressed. Committing to therapy is a hard decision. It is admitting there is something wrong. That is the first step to empowerment. You deserve to be happy and the person you want to be. Therapy is that opportunity to express your thoughts in a safe, trusted environment, with active listening and without judgment. I will help guide you through this process, until you feel empowered.
We all have moments when we feel we are struggling with life’s demands, and feel anxious, angry, or depressed. Committing to therapy is a hard decision. It is admitting there is something wrong. That is the first step to empowerment. You deserve to be happy and the person you want to be. Therapy is that opportunity to express your thoughts in a safe, trusted environment, with active listening and without judgment. I will help guide you through this process, until you feel empowered.
Joan Theresa Buckley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCBC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
We all want to have a purpose in the world and desire to be part of something. When conflicts strike, sometimes it feels like a tidal wave crashing on us and our problems become overwhelmingly out of control. Sometimes unresolved problems lead to fear, anxiety, and depression and we find it difficult to cope. My approach to the therapeutic relationship embraces H.O.P.E. - Healing, Optimism, Potential, and Empowerment. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of mental health and I will motivate you to increase your quality of life through evidenced based practices including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, REBT, Mindfulness.
We all want to have a purpose in the world and desire to be part of something. When conflicts strike, sometimes it feels like a tidal wave crashing on us and our problems become overwhelmingly out of control. Sometimes unresolved problems lead to fear, anxiety, and depression and we find it difficult to cope. My approach to the therapeutic relationship embraces H.O.P.E. - Healing, Optimism, Potential, and Empowerment. I have over 30 years of experience in the field of mental health and I will motivate you to increase your quality of life through evidenced based practices including Motivational Interviewing, CBT, REBT, Mindfulness.
Victoria Vilk - Milestone Counseling & Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610
I work with emerging adults and adolescents trying to find their place in this world. If you or your child are struggling with self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, or other stress disorders, I can help! I practice with a holistic view of therapy - using the mind, body, and soul as part of the therapeutic process. Specifically, I bring solution-focused goals to therapy for behavioral changes that are not beneficial to long-term well-being.
I work with emerging adults and adolescents trying to find their place in this world. If you or your child are struggling with self-esteem, life transitions, anxiety, phobias, PTSD, OCD, or other stress disorders, I can help! I practice with a holistic view of therapy - using the mind, body, and soul as part of the therapeutic process. Specifically, I bring solution-focused goals to therapy for behavioral changes that are not beneficial to long-term well-being.
Edwige (Eddie) Theokas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC, ACS, NCC
Verified Verified
Hamilton, NJ 08610
According to the outside world you "have it all". But little do they know what is going up there in your head and your heart. You are anxious, stressed and overwhelmed. You have managed to survive the day to day stresses of life, but life is becoming overwhelming for you these days. Something major happens and trauma and hurts from the past come flooding back into your life and it gets hard. The laundry is piling up, you've got to make sure the kids get to school on time, your spouse asks you "what's for dinner" and you want to scream. The alarm goes off and you feel "blah". You know there is more. Let me help you transform.
According to the outside world you "have it all". But little do they know what is going up there in your head and your heart. You are anxious, stressed and overwhelmed. You have managed to survive the day to day stresses of life, but life is becoming overwhelming for you these days. Something major happens and trauma and hurts from the past come flooding back into your life and it gets hard. The laundry is piling up, you've got to make sure the kids get to school on time, your spouse asks you "what's for dinner" and you want to scream. The alarm goes off and you feel "blah". You know there is more. Let me help you transform.
As a mental health professional, i am always guiding clients to make improvements, and it isn’t always easy. I have many clients with different mental health issues. The most ideal situation with my client was when he required assistance with depressed mood and adjustment to new relationship. Assisting my client with adjustment, positive reinforcement, problem-solving skills, communication skills and relaxation techniques was rewarding. I Use that momentum and some carefully chosen resolutions and goals to help my client go into with more hope and lasting, positive changes.
As a mental health professional, i am always guiding clients to make improvements, and it isn’t always easy. I have many clients with different mental health issues. The most ideal situation with my client was when he required assistance with depressed mood and adjustment to new relationship. Assisting my client with adjustment, positive reinforcement, problem-solving skills, communication skills and relaxation techniques was rewarding. I Use that momentum and some carefully chosen resolutions and goals to help my client go into with more hope and lasting, positive changes.
Fatuma Lalugba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Trenton, NJ 08610 (Online Only)
The journey towards change and healing is not an easy task to begin. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to talk about your feelings or challenges you are experiencing. Therapy is a collaborative process. I want you to be heard, to become a better person, and to provide you with the skills to complete your goals towards living a life with purpose. I am able to help you manage your mental heath symptoms with care and empathy. The goal of therapy is to empower and motivate the individual towards positive and observable change.
The journey towards change and healing is not an easy task to begin. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental space to talk about your feelings or challenges you are experiencing. Therapy is a collaborative process. I want you to be heard, to become a better person, and to provide you with the skills to complete your goals towards living a life with purpose. I am able to help you manage your mental heath symptoms with care and empathy. The goal of therapy is to empower and motivate the individual towards positive and observable change.
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Strength-Based Therapists
How does strength-based therapy work?
During strength-based therapy sessions, the therapist will ask about an individual’s experiences of stress, pain, or trauma with the goal of orienting the client to view themselves as a survivor rather than a victim, and focusing on their strengths rather than on their weaknesses. In framing a client’s personal narrative along these lines, the therapist and client work together to identify existing skills that can be harnessed.
Is strength-based therapy evidence-based?
Strength-based therapy is an evidence-based treatment that has been studied extensively and shown to be effective across domains. The treatment has been found to be particularly effective in helping individuals who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health concerns. Strength-based therapy has been used by therapists to help clients for more than 60 years.
How long does strength-based therapy last?
There’s no precise timeline for strength-based therapy. The duration of treatment depends on the individual’s specific needs and goals and the severity of their concerns. Some individuals may find they achieve their therapeutic goals quickly, while others might benefit from ongoing support and guidance in order to continue progressing.
How effective is strength-based therapy?
Clinical research and decades of practice have shown strength-based therapy to be an effective treatment to improve mental health and well-being for many conditions. The treatment can engender a sense of connection and collaboration between the therapist and the individual, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship. For individuals with narcissistic tendencies, strength-based therapy may be less effective, as the focus on the individual’s strengths may undermine the work needed to honestly assess the challenges the individual faces.