Strength-Based Therapists in Glassboro, NJ

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Stephanie Pogoda
Counselor, MS, NCC, LAC
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
I use a strength-based approach to help empower clients, building self-efficacy and resiliency.
My ideal client is one who is willing to explore uncomfortable areas in their life and understand that vulnerability is part of the process. One of the most important parts of therapy to me is highlighting accountability and what roles we play in our own lives. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with relationship issues, self-esteem, irrational thinking, and life adjustments. A client who can pinpoint what they would like to improve in their life and request a little bit of guidance along the way is an ideal client. Their goal is not to be perfect but to improve their day-to-day life a little more each day.
I use a strength-based approach to help empower clients, building self-efficacy and resiliency.
My ideal client is one who is willing to explore uncomfortable areas in their life and understand that vulnerability is part of the process. One of the most important parts of therapy to me is highlighting accountability and what roles we play in our own lives. I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with relationship issues, self-esteem, irrational thinking, and life adjustments. A client who can pinpoint what they would like to improve in their life and request a little bit of guidance along the way is an ideal client. Their goal is not to be perfect but to improve their day-to-day life a little more each day.
(856) 626-7875 View (856) 626-7875
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Sydnee VanDyke
Licensed Social Worker , LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
I thrive when working with young women. Whether they’re struggling with school-related stress or struggling to process a breakup, I can quickly build rapport with folks in this demographic. My treatment plans include goals dedicated to helping people identify their triggers for emotional dysregulation. I believe in the importance of somatic and cognitive level wellness strategies and work to have my clients learn and implement both sets of skills. I have enjoyed working with a variety of diagnoses, including adjustment disorder, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD.
(856) 788-7301 View (856) 788-7301
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Tabitha Handelong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client is a millennial grappling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or substance use recovery. They seek to uncover and process traumas underlying their mental health struggles. They desire to confront their past, alleviate symptoms, and emerge stronger. They long for improved well-being and a future free from the burdens of their past, motivated by a deep yearning for inner peace and fulfillment.
My ideal client is a millennial grappling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, or substance use recovery. They seek to uncover and process traumas underlying their mental health struggles. They desire to confront their past, alleviate symptoms, and emerge stronger. They long for improved well-being and a future free from the burdens of their past, motivated by a deep yearning for inner peace and fulfillment.
(856) 315-3372 View (856) 315-3372
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Jennie Reitter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028  (Online Only)
I have a passion for assisting people with Complex PTSD and trauma. I have personal and professional experience with healing trauma working with adults, youth and children for over twenty years. I believe in creating a safe non-judgmental space where all parts of oneself are welcome, as we explore with compassion and curiosity, all aspects of yourself to empower the innate natural inner healing of the self within. I will guide you to a deeper level of understanding your unique parts as you gain a greater sense of clarity, curiosity, connection, calm, courage, compassion, creativity, and confidence.
I have a passion for assisting people with Complex PTSD and trauma. I have personal and professional experience with healing trauma working with adults, youth and children for over twenty years. I believe in creating a safe non-judgmental space where all parts of oneself are welcome, as we explore with compassion and curiosity, all aspects of yourself to empower the innate natural inner healing of the self within. I will guide you to a deeper level of understanding your unique parts as you gain a greater sense of clarity, curiosity, connection, calm, courage, compassion, creativity, and confidence.
(856) 485-8490 View (856) 485-8490
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Melanie Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
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.
(856) 636-4571 View (856) 636-4571
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Ebonie Walker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client would be a person aged 13-64 who may be struggling with stress management, life transitions, relationship concerns, anxiety, or depression. They are looking to decrease/manage symptoms, develop healthy coping strategies, reduce stress, and develop prosocial relationships to improve their quality of life and overall mental health.
My ideal client would be a person aged 13-64 who may be struggling with stress management, life transitions, relationship concerns, anxiety, or depression. They are looking to decrease/manage symptoms, develop healthy coping strategies, reduce stress, and develop prosocial relationships to improve their quality of life and overall mental health.
(856) 565-3358 View (856) 565-3358
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Kirsti Hobbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client is someone who feels like their life just isn’t working - maybe they’re struggling with unresolved anxiety and depression or leaning on alcohol or marijuana a little too much to cope with everyday stressors. Maybe they’re going through a big life transition or just aren’t satisfied with their relationships. Whatever their current issues are, this person wants to feel better but doesn’t know how to get there. They are open to therapy and ready to see where it could lead them.
My ideal client is someone who feels like their life just isn’t working - maybe they’re struggling with unresolved anxiety and depression or leaning on alcohol or marijuana a little too much to cope with everyday stressors. Maybe they’re going through a big life transition or just aren’t satisfied with their relationships. Whatever their current issues are, this person wants to feel better but doesn’t know how to get there. They are open to therapy and ready to see where it could lead them.
(856) 329-3119 View (856) 329-3119
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Theresa Hicks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
Families are important to me, and learning to communicate in a world where technology and careers can disconnect the family—building bonds and relationships, learning to encourage and recognize the positive in others, and rebuilding relationships. To find the importance, look at past trauma individually, explore the impact trauma has on current situations, and heal the trauma to inspire the future and achieve success.
Families are important to me, and learning to communicate in a world where technology and careers can disconnect the family—building bonds and relationships, learning to encourage and recognize the positive in others, and rebuilding relationships. To find the importance, look at past trauma individually, explore the impact trauma has on current situations, and heal the trauma to inspire the future and achieve success.
(856) 415-3849 View (856) 415-3849
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Frances Tucker
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , LAMFT
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and relationship issues, but I also treat a multitude of issues. My ideal client is anyone on their journey, no matter how big or small. We all have wants and needs, and our feelings are valid. It takes bravery to start the therapeutic journey. Clients are here to understand, be open-minded, and find themselves.
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and relationship issues, but I also treat a multitude of issues. My ideal client is anyone on their journey, no matter how big or small. We all have wants and needs, and our feelings are valid. It takes bravery to start the therapeutic journey. Clients are here to understand, be open-minded, and find themselves.
(856) 683-0128 View (856) 683-0128
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By Original Design, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
By Original Design is comprised of licensed therapists with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in diverse areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. We are devoted to delivering personalized care through individual, couples/marriage, family and group therapy services. We are a certified facilitator of Prepare/Enrich Pre-marital and marital counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT and other treatment modalities.
By Original Design is comprised of licensed therapists with over 20 years of experience. We specialize in diverse areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. We are devoted to delivering personalized care through individual, couples/marriage, family and group therapy services. We are a certified facilitator of Prepare/Enrich Pre-marital and marital counseling, Trauma-Focused CBT and other treatment modalities.
(856) 517-5260 View (856) 517-5260
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Cassaundra Bracken
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
(856) 517-5095 View (856) 517-5095
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Zoe Childs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client is someone motivated to improve their life & well-being. They would be open to exploring various therapeutic techniques and strategies to better help them understand their issues, whether it be communication, relationships, anxiety, or depression. My clients will want to cultivate skills to help them navigate their challenges and take more control over their lives. Additionally, my clients will value a therapist who provides support and a nonjudgmental environment but also challenges them.
My ideal client is someone motivated to improve their life & well-being. They would be open to exploring various therapeutic techniques and strategies to better help them understand their issues, whether it be communication, relationships, anxiety, or depression. My clients will want to cultivate skills to help them navigate their challenges and take more control over their lives. Additionally, my clients will value a therapist who provides support and a nonjudgmental environment but also challenges them.
(856) 386-2676 View (856) 386-2676
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Joshshea Bonds
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFT, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client is seeking therapy because they are feeling sad. It almost feels like depression. The client is not sure how to stop feeling this way. They also don't know why they are feeling this way. They want to learn what is making them feel sad. The client would like to learn strategies to help identify triggers and learn coping skills to decrease the depression.
My ideal client is seeking therapy because they are feeling sad. It almost feels like depression. The client is not sure how to stop feeling this way. They also don't know why they are feeling this way. They want to learn what is making them feel sad. The client would like to learn strategies to help identify triggers and learn coping skills to decrease the depression.
(856) 367-3131 View (856) 367-3131
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Andie Loiseau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
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.
(856) 422-3423 View (856) 422-3423
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Jerome Grant
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal clients are people who have been unable to find someone they can pull back the veil covering their heart because of past betrayals, lack of trust, cultural roadblocks, or some other barrier that keeps the true source of their burden hidden. You are looking for a space where you can be honest, not with me, but with yourself. You're looking for someone who can listen without judgment and accompany you on your healing journey. You are seeking someone to either walk with you through your journey and hold you accountable for the goals you set for yourself or for someone who can simply listen with an open mind.
My ideal clients are people who have been unable to find someone they can pull back the veil covering their heart because of past betrayals, lack of trust, cultural roadblocks, or some other barrier that keeps the true source of their burden hidden. You are looking for a space where you can be honest, not with me, but with yourself. You're looking for someone who can listen without judgment and accompany you on your healing journey. You are seeking someone to either walk with you through your journey and hold you accountable for the goals you set for yourself or for someone who can simply listen with an open mind.
(856) 702-2893 View (856) 702-2893
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Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
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.
(856) 684-4330 View (856) 684-4330
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Asanta McKenzie
Counselor, MA, LAC
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client would be someone who shows up to their session eager to work towards a better version of themselves. This person may be dealing with some anxiety, dissociation, and or depression. This person may need social support, encouragement, and new hobbies. This person's goals may include implementing positive self-talk, planning activities for building self-esteem, and incorporating mindfulness practices to assist with their anxiety. This person wants more peace and balance in their life and relationships to help them feel more connected with themselves and others as well as decrease feelings of anxiety and depression.
My ideal client would be someone who shows up to their session eager to work towards a better version of themselves. This person may be dealing with some anxiety, dissociation, and or depression. This person may need social support, encouragement, and new hobbies. This person's goals may include implementing positive self-talk, planning activities for building self-esteem, and incorporating mindfulness practices to assist with their anxiety. This person wants more peace and balance in their life and relationships to help them feel more connected with themselves and others as well as decrease feelings of anxiety and depression.
(856) 391-0181 View (856) 391-0181
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James Anthony Casadia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MDiv, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Helping people reach their personal goals is one of the most rewarding parts of my work as a therapist. I believe that we carry the means of healing and growth within us. Therefore, you as the client will choose the direction of therapy. Many times, we just need some help listening to ourselves, clarifying our goals, and choosing the means to reach them. I see myself as a guide and resource on your journey; you decide where we are going and I do everything I can to help you get there. The sessions and course of treatment will be as structured or free-flowing as you decide.
Helping people reach their personal goals is one of the most rewarding parts of my work as a therapist. I believe that we carry the means of healing and growth within us. Therefore, you as the client will choose the direction of therapy. Many times, we just need some help listening to ourselves, clarifying our goals, and choosing the means to reach them. I see myself as a guide and resource on your journey; you decide where we are going and I do everything I can to help you get there. The sessions and course of treatment will be as structured or free-flowing as you decide.
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Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown
Licensed Social Worker , DSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
Hello! My name is Dr. Chelece-Atavia Brown, a Pre-Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for New Jersey and a certified facilitator in Teen Mental Health First Aid by the National Council of Well-Being. I have experience in providing therapeutic services for children, teens, adults, couples, and groups. I assist high-achieving Black women and men with navigating life stressors. I'm passionate about bridging the gap between faith and mental health to increase an individual's quality of life.
(856) 369-3325 View (856) 369-3325
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Niya Bush
Counselor, MS, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Glassboro, NJ 08028
My ideal client would be a high-functioning, motivated individual eager to attain self-understanding and self-awareness and willing to explore underlying schemas that impact thought and behavior. This client would be open to discussing and working through 'false-self' states and their relationship to early life experiences. This process would lead the client to the expression and development of 'true self 'experiences and enhanced authenticity. Their issues may be anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor confidence, and low self-efficacy due to distorted thinking within the core belief system and identity.
My ideal client would be a high-functioning, motivated individual eager to attain self-understanding and self-awareness and willing to explore underlying schemas that impact thought and behavior. This client would be open to discussing and working through 'false-self' states and their relationship to early life experiences. This process would lead the client to the expression and development of 'true self 'experiences and enhanced authenticity. Their issues may be anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, poor confidence, and low self-efficacy due to distorted thinking within the core belief system and identity.
(856) 588-5063 View (856) 588-5063

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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.