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Lessons N Sessions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JDs, LCSWs, LPCs
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
“Day One or One Day?" We are here to help... As an integrated group practice, we offer interactive, strength-based, and culturally competent services designed to provide support and practical feedback. We help our clients effectively address personal as well as professional, life challenges. We utilize a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. We work with each individual to help them build upon their strengths to accomplish the personal and/or professional growth they have identified and set for themselves.
“Day One or One Day?" We are here to help... As an integrated group practice, we offer interactive, strength-based, and culturally competent services designed to provide support and practical feedback. We help our clients effectively address personal as well as professional, life challenges. We utilize a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. We work with each individual to help them build upon their strengths to accomplish the personal and/or professional growth they have identified and set for themselves.
(732) 838-9567 View (732) 838-9567
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Stephanie Pogoda
Counselor, MS, NCC, LAC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
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.
(973) 264-0688 View (973) 264-0688
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Qualiyah Arrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you found yourself silenced by the overwhelming stress of life? Do you experience the frustration of not being truly heard by those closest to you? Have you been grappling with the rollercoaster of emotions without clearly understanding why? If you've reached a point where you yearn to regain control over your emotions and seek inner peace and self-love, you're not alone. I'm here to support and guide you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Have you found yourself silenced by the overwhelming stress of life? Do you experience the frustration of not being truly heard by those closest to you? Have you been grappling with the rollercoaster of emotions without clearly understanding why? If you've reached a point where you yearn to regain control over your emotions and seek inner peace and self-love, you're not alone. I'm here to support and guide you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
(732) 592-3922 View (732) 592-3922
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Brianna G
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Hi there! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have been working in the mental health field for the past 8 years. With diverse experience working with children, adolescents and adults from intensive outpatient, school settings, and correctional, I am committed to help improve the lives of others.
Hi there! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). I have been working in the mental health field for the past 8 years. With diverse experience working with children, adolescents and adults from intensive outpatient, school settings, and correctional, I am committed to help improve the lives of others.
(732) 385-9705 View (732) 385-9705
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Natalie Osoria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Natalie Osoria, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults (ages 18 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Natalie Osoria, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults (ages 18 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
(732) 217-7630 View (732) 217-7630
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Nadia Ghnaim
LSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
Whether you’re struggling with managing daily life, overcoming trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed, it is my number one goal to create a safe space that will help you feel comfortable and ready to address whatever has been causing you emotional distress. I will assist you learning healthy and positive skills to help you achieve your goals both in your mental health journey, and in life! I have a strengths-based approach that focuses on my client’ strength and resilience in the face of adversity. I also uses CBT, DBT skills, trauma informed care, is solution focused, and person centered.
Whether you’re struggling with managing daily life, overcoming trauma, or simply feeling overwhelmed, it is my number one goal to create a safe space that will help you feel comfortable and ready to address whatever has been causing you emotional distress. I will assist you learning healthy and positive skills to help you achieve your goals both in your mental health journey, and in life! I have a strengths-based approach that focuses on my client’ strength and resilience in the face of adversity. I also uses CBT, DBT skills, trauma informed care, is solution focused, and person centered.
(848) 266-6392 View (848) 266-6392
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Rikki Lyn McCarthy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ExAT
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
I am so glad you've decided to attend therapy. No matter if your challenges are deeper traumas and healing or just an honest attempt to improve stress management, you are welcome with me. We work collaboratively to generate individualized goals and healthy habits catered to your specific needs and lifestyle. Depending on your preference, you can anticipate comfortable talk therapy or expressive arts therapies to help you along. It is my intention to help you achieve and thrive regardless of the task(s) at hand.
I am so glad you've decided to attend therapy. No matter if your challenges are deeper traumas and healing or just an honest attempt to improve stress management, you are welcome with me. We work collaboratively to generate individualized goals and healthy habits catered to your specific needs and lifestyle. Depending on your preference, you can anticipate comfortable talk therapy or expressive arts therapies to help you along. It is my intention to help you achieve and thrive regardless of the task(s) at hand.
(848) 301-2162 View (848) 301-2162
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Shashi Jain
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
I am a licensed psychologist, with 30 + years in the field of clinical psychology. I also work with diverse population, using multi-cultural perspective in addressing Individual and family situations. I love to know people's strengths even when they feel hopeless. I believe that Therapy is a team effort from beginning to end and I am there to support and be with.
I am a licensed psychologist, with 30 + years in the field of clinical psychology. I also work with diverse population, using multi-cultural perspective in addressing Individual and family situations. I love to know people's strengths even when they feel hopeless. I believe that Therapy is a team effort from beginning to end and I am there to support and be with.
(732) 217-4619 View (732) 217-4619
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Renae Bush
Counselor, MA, EdS, LAC, SAC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
“I don’t want to talk about it!” “You wouldn't understand!”... sound familiar? Sometimes your children don’t understand what may be happening either, and communicating that can feel impossible. I help children, teens, and young adults ages 4-19 explore, understand, and gain confidence around who they are, how they feel, and what they think. I support children and equip them with the tools and skills needed to effectively manage thoughts, emotions, and interpersonal relationships.
“I don’t want to talk about it!” “You wouldn't understand!”... sound familiar? Sometimes your children don’t understand what may be happening either, and communicating that can feel impossible. I help children, teens, and young adults ages 4-19 explore, understand, and gain confidence around who they are, how they feel, and what they think. I support children and equip them with the tools and skills needed to effectively manage thoughts, emotions, and interpersonal relationships.
(848) 600-6214 View (848) 600-6214
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Roberta De Oleo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
I strive to be a person-centered, inclusive therapist who will meet you where you are and walk with you. Together, we will navigate your path, uncover your strengths, and celebrate your victories. You can expect to leave with a sense of empowerment, validation, and confidence. I look forward to working with you.
I strive to be a person-centered, inclusive therapist who will meet you where you are and walk with you. Together, we will navigate your path, uncover your strengths, and celebrate your victories. You can expect to leave with a sense of empowerment, validation, and confidence. I look forward to working with you.
(732) 641-4374 View (732) 641-4374
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Sonya L. Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
After many years of experience servicing youth, families, and individuals of varying ages, socioeconomic, religious, and cultural backgrounds who struggle with mental health & behavioral challenges, I welcome the opportunity to partner with clients in processing and redirecting thoughts feelings and actions that hinder optimal growth and personal autonomy.
After many years of experience servicing youth, families, and individuals of varying ages, socioeconomic, religious, and cultural backgrounds who struggle with mental health & behavioral challenges, I welcome the opportunity to partner with clients in processing and redirecting thoughts feelings and actions that hinder optimal growth and personal autonomy.
(908) 504-7396 View (908) 504-7396
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Erica Stewart
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Are you ready to change? Whether change involves improving your mood, developing more intimate connections, or healing from complex trauma, you deserve a space that prioritizes you and focuses on creating a life well lived. In working with a diverse clientele, I often hear clients say that they are overwhelmed, disconnected, depleted, and this hour is their only time to relax, reflect, and re-energize. Therefore, treatment is tailored to the unique needs of the client with a flexible, nonjudgmental, and compassionate approach.
Are you ready to change? Whether change involves improving your mood, developing more intimate connections, or healing from complex trauma, you deserve a space that prioritizes you and focuses on creating a life well lived. In working with a diverse clientele, I often hear clients say that they are overwhelmed, disconnected, depleted, and this hour is their only time to relax, reflect, and re-energize. Therefore, treatment is tailored to the unique needs of the client with a flexible, nonjudgmental, and compassionate approach.
(732) 631-8156 View (732) 631-8156
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Suzi Millar
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
There are times in life when situations, circumstances and emotions feel overwhelming. I understand that making the decision to seek support during these difficult times can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Whether you are seeking help for your child, your family or yourself, I am here to support you and walk you through the process to ease any anxiety it may cause. My approach to therapy is client centered, where we work collaboratively on your goals. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, transition and adjustment, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and family discord.
There are times in life when situations, circumstances and emotions feel overwhelming. I understand that making the decision to seek support during these difficult times can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Whether you are seeking help for your child, your family or yourself, I am here to support you and walk you through the process to ease any anxiety it may cause. My approach to therapy is client centered, where we work collaboratively on your goals. I have experience working with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma, transition and adjustment, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and family discord.
(848) 246-2299 View (848) 246-2299
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Monae McConnell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, 200hour, RYT
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It is sometimes difficult to admit to yourself that you need help. Finding a therapist that you can connect with and who would understand the struggles that you maybe experiencing is difficult and overwhelming. Therapy is a collaborative process and finding the right therapist is the first step. I have 7 years experience in the mental health field. I have a variety of experience in different settings and with different populations and age groups. I've worked as a mental health clinician in outpatient, residential treatment centers, hospital crisis stabilization units, and the prison system.
It is sometimes difficult to admit to yourself that you need help. Finding a therapist that you can connect with and who would understand the struggles that you maybe experiencing is difficult and overwhelming. Therapy is a collaborative process and finding the right therapist is the first step. I have 7 years experience in the mental health field. I have a variety of experience in different settings and with different populations and age groups. I've worked as a mental health clinician in outpatient, residential treatment centers, hospital crisis stabilization units, and the prison system.
(732) 487-3649 View (732) 487-3649
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Free Spirit Studios, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
We are living in very trying times and it is perfectly normal to be feeling more anxious than usual with so much uncertainty. Now more than ever is the time to take the step to strengthen your coping skills in managing lifes' many challenges.
We are living in very trying times and it is perfectly normal to be feeling more anxious than usual with so much uncertainty. Now more than ever is the time to take the step to strengthen your coping skills in managing lifes' many challenges.
(732) 605-4862 View (732) 605-4862
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Hongmarie Martinez
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
While life can involve various hurdles that may be difficult to overcome, you do not have to confront them on your own. I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York and a certified school psychologist in New Jersey. I am dedicated to assisting the individuals and families that I work with in identifying their specific hurdles and goals and developing personalized, effective strategies to cope with their challenges, uncovering their unique strengths, and helping them navigate their pathway towards achieving impactful change.
While life can involve various hurdles that may be difficult to overcome, you do not have to confront them on your own. I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York and a certified school psychologist in New Jersey. I am dedicated to assisting the individuals and families that I work with in identifying their specific hurdles and goals and developing personalized, effective strategies to cope with their challenges, uncovering their unique strengths, and helping them navigate their pathway towards achieving impactful change.
(732) 538-9032 View (732) 538-9032
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Romelle Holmgren Lysenko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Grief leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. Life as you know it has ended and everyone wants you to “get over it”. You don’t even recognize the person you have become. Following a loss, everything feels different. You don’t feel like you can relate to friends and the world around you as​ you did before.
Grief leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. Life as you know it has ended and everyone wants you to “get over it”. You don’t even recognize the person you have become. Following a loss, everything feels different. You don’t feel like you can relate to friends and the world around you as​ you did before.
(848) 565-7052 View (848) 565-7052
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Simone Waters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is both process and skill based, with emphasis on treatment that is tailored to the individual’s goals they wish to achieve.   I work with adults, teens, and adolescents to help them cope with a variety of stressors. I provide support to those struggling with their emotions, anxiety, life transitions, daily stressors, work stressors, relationships, parenting, and overall mood, so that they are manageable and have a reduced impact on their daily lives.
My approach to therapy is both process and skill based, with emphasis on treatment that is tailored to the individual’s goals they wish to achieve.   I work with adults, teens, and adolescents to help them cope with a variety of stressors. I provide support to those struggling with their emotions, anxiety, life transitions, daily stressors, work stressors, relationships, parenting, and overall mood, so that they are manageable and have a reduced impact on their daily lives.
(973) 577-9390 View (973) 577-9390
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Robin Richards-Greene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy consultation today.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, please call or email me for an individual, couples or family therapy consultation today.
(732) 856-5483 View (732) 856-5483
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Hughes Integrative Mental Health Care
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873  (Online Only)
Wellness, self-care, and learning how to improve life in many areas are key factors to better mental health. Unique areas that I have experience helping people through counseling services are: stress, career/work-related transitions, self-awareness, and lifestyle issues that impact adolescents, and young and older adults. Additionally, I work with a team of mental health care professionals who address racial and social justice concerns that impact mental wellbeing. Culturally-informed and individualized to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, study skills, anger, identity security, and self-esteem.
Wellness, self-care, and learning how to improve life in many areas are key factors to better mental health. Unique areas that I have experience helping people through counseling services are: stress, career/work-related transitions, self-awareness, and lifestyle issues that impact adolescents, and young and older adults. Additionally, I work with a team of mental health care professionals who address racial and social justice concerns that impact mental wellbeing. Culturally-informed and individualized to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, study skills, anger, identity security, and self-esteem.
(848) 233-3985 View (848) 233-3985
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.