Theresa M. Pedernera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Available both in-person and online
280 Newton Sparta Road Suite 2 Newton, NJ 07860
Let's Connect (973) 756-3116

If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse or life challenges and you have reached a crossroad in your life, where you may feel troubled or unclear, therapy can be the place to help you reassess and refocus. My primary goal is to provide a safe, empathetic and warm environment to encourage personal exploration and growth. I assist clients to find relief from life's challenges so they can give themselves the life they truly deserve.
Everyone entering psychotherapy comes from a unique walk of life. Together, we can identify your specific goals and create a treatment plan that addresses your areas of need. I have experience working with individuals from late teens through adulthood, couples and families.
I look forward to assisting you in this journey to becoming the best version of yourself. If you would like more information, please feel free to contact me. Evening and weekend appointments are available.
Call or Email Theresa M. Pedernera now for a free 15 minute consultation - (973) 756-3116
Let's Connect (973) 756-3116

Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- EmblemHealth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Magellan
- MultiPlan
- Optum
- Oxford
- QualCare
- TRICARE
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Theresa M. Pedernera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC05851800 Theresa M. Pedernera
- In Practice for 11 years
- Attended Rutgers University, Graduated 2015
- License: State of New Jersey Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee 37LC00270400 / 2017
- License: State of Florida Department of Health & State of Arizona Board of Health Examiners SW 19943 / LCSW-22466 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Theresa M. Pedernera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (973) 756-3116
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Relationship Issues
- Substance Use
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Cancer
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Personality Disorders
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Addiction
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Veterans
- Women's Issues
Theresa M. Pedernera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (973) 756-3116
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Theresa M. Pedernera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (973) 756-3116
Location
Primary Location
Center For Hope Counseling, LLC
280 Newton Sparta Road
Suite 2
Newton, NJ 07860
(973) 756-3116Email Me
Additional Location
Center for Hope Counseling
3959 Van Dyke Road
Suite 72
Lutz, FL 33558
(973) 756-3116Nearby Areas
Theresa M. Pedernera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Call for a free consultation now - (973) 756-3116