Depression Therapists in Hillsborough, NJ
Costenah Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
My ideal client is prepared to initiate changes in their life to promote wellness. They are prepared to process internal and external contributors to their mood, discuss options for improvement, and practice healthier skills that will assist in achieving their personal goals. My ideal client is internally motivated and desires emotional balance from concerns such as anxiety, depression, impaired self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. They arrive to treatment with goals in mind, and will actively work to experience relief of distressing symptoms.
My ideal client is prepared to initiate changes in their life to promote wellness. They are prepared to process internal and external contributors to their mood, discuss options for improvement, and practice healthier skills that will assist in achieving their personal goals. My ideal client is internally motivated and desires emotional balance from concerns such as anxiety, depression, impaired self-esteem, trauma, and interpersonal conflict. They arrive to treatment with goals in mind, and will actively work to experience relief of distressing symptoms.
Jason Duncan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
I am a psychologist providing therapy and assessment services for children through adults. I have extensive clinical experience and am an expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. I’ve been trained by top therapy institutes, am a board member for well accomplished CBT organizations, and run the official podcast for the national CBT organization. I strive to regularly advance my knowledge and provide leading scientific treatments. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, panic, OCD, trauma, stress, insomnia, ADHD, defiance, and work/school issues. Many of my clients lead busy lives; therefore, I offer evening appointments.
Deborah Malik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
My ideal client is someone who is able to utilize skills and insight gained in therapy to improve coping and reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, etc. The client would be dealing with difficulty managing emotions, coping with stressful or difficult life events such as career challenges, trauma, relationship difficulties, communication challenges, loss, and illness. They would be looking for guidance and be open to learning about symptoms. Their ultimate goal would be to learn to manage emotions and to be able to adapt to new or changing circumstances in life.
My ideal client is someone who is able to utilize skills and insight gained in therapy to improve coping and reduce symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, etc. The client would be dealing with difficulty managing emotions, coping with stressful or difficult life events such as career challenges, trauma, relationship difficulties, communication challenges, loss, and illness. They would be looking for guidance and be open to learning about symptoms. Their ultimate goal would be to learn to manage emotions and to be able to adapt to new or changing circumstances in life.
Shams Elbedeiwy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
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.
Victoria Lipinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
I am a compassionate and caring therapist sensitive to the needs of my clients. I have been treating clients with behavioral health and addiction problems for the past 24 years. I specialize in individualizing treatment for each client and understand the role of stress in the environment and how stress impacts on the mind and body. I believe unresolved stress leads to imbalances in brain chemistry which cause depression, anxiety, and physical problems. I focus on making lifestyle changes which aid in the recovery process. Please see my website http://hillsboroughneuropsych.com/ for more information about my self and my associates.
I am a compassionate and caring therapist sensitive to the needs of my clients. I have been treating clients with behavioral health and addiction problems for the past 24 years. I specialize in individualizing treatment for each client and understand the role of stress in the environment and how stress impacts on the mind and body. I believe unresolved stress leads to imbalances in brain chemistry which cause depression, anxiety, and physical problems. I focus on making lifestyle changes which aid in the recovery process. Please see my website http://hillsboroughneuropsych.com/ for more information about my self and my associates.
Jennifer Miele
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
My expertise are working with adolescents and young adults who suffer from social/emotional issues, lack of self-esteem,depression, anxiety, addiction, and LGBT community.
Accepting New Clients! I am aware of how challenging and frightening the initial interaction with therapy can be. Know that you are not alone in feeling this way. I have over fifteen years of experience in making my clients feel comfortable, safe, and prepared for the journey ahead. We can tackle issues that challenge your happiness and put you on the path to your most fulfilled self. My approach is client-centered and focused on you, your needs, and striking balance in your life. Utilizing tools that will be discussed in session will only help to ensure positive changes.
My expertise are working with adolescents and young adults who suffer from social/emotional issues, lack of self-esteem,depression, anxiety, addiction, and LGBT community.
Accepting New Clients! I am aware of how challenging and frightening the initial interaction with therapy can be. Know that you are not alone in feeling this way. I have over fifteen years of experience in making my clients feel comfortable, safe, and prepared for the journey ahead. We can tackle issues that challenge your happiness and put you on the path to your most fulfilled self. My approach is client-centered and focused on you, your needs, and striking balance in your life. Utilizing tools that will be discussed in session will only help to ensure positive changes.
Caitlin Northern
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Caitlin is a seasoned therapist with over a decade of experience who is dedicated to help guide you on your journey to healing and personal growth. She specializes in helping children, adults, and families to not only address issues like anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, behavioral problems (child/teen), and autism, but to find their overall path towards happiness and well-being. Her expertise further extends to complex trauma and loss with a deep understanding of attachment-related issues. Her understanding of Child and Family Studies makes her exceptionally well-prepared to address issues at the individual and environmental levels.
Richard Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
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.
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.
Christine Peters
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Angela Colva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, parenting, relational difficulties, and identity issues.
Therapy as a collaborative process in which we work together to understand the problems that have brought you in, and work towards mutually established goals. Psychotherapy involves verbalizing your thoughts and feelings, exploring relational and behavioral patterns, and learning how past experiences may impact you now. Through this process we strive to gain greater awareness of how both conscious and unconscious processes play out in your emotional and relational life. Ultimately, therapy can help individuals come to better understand themselves and enjoy greater choice in their lives.
I have extensive experience working with depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, parenting, relational difficulties, and identity issues.
Therapy as a collaborative process in which we work together to understand the problems that have brought you in, and work towards mutually established goals. Psychotherapy involves verbalizing your thoughts and feelings, exploring relational and behavioral patterns, and learning how past experiences may impact you now. Through this process we strive to gain greater awareness of how both conscious and unconscious processes play out in your emotional and relational life. Ultimately, therapy can help individuals come to better understand themselves and enjoy greater choice in their lives.
Maria LaPorta
Psychologist, PsyD, BCB, NCSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Dr. LaPorta is cognitive behavioral therapist, who specializes in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress over life transitions. With warmth, empathy, and a collaborative approach, Dr. LaPorta helps clients develop coping skills, address unhealthy patterns of thinking, and identify opportunities for positive change. She is genuine, attentive, and supportive, and she values laughter in spite of life's difficulties. Her clinical experiences in schools, counseling centers, psychiatric facilities, and private practice allows her unique insight and expertise in mental health.
Dr. LaPorta is cognitive behavioral therapist, who specializes in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing feelings of anxiety, depression, and stress over life transitions. With warmth, empathy, and a collaborative approach, Dr. LaPorta helps clients develop coping skills, address unhealthy patterns of thinking, and identify opportunities for positive change. She is genuine, attentive, and supportive, and she values laughter in spite of life's difficulties. Her clinical experiences in schools, counseling centers, psychiatric facilities, and private practice allows her unique insight and expertise in mental health.
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Micki Frazier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
I have over 15 years experience working with adults and adolescents with depression and anxiety, anger management, interpersonal relationships, and general everyday stress.
Life can be challenging; getting help doesn't have to be. Balancing family, work/school, and personal relationships can be a daily struggle. Trying to make the time to care for one's self can be difficult. Sometimes we need an objective person to help navigate us through these struggles so that we can see more clearly and reach our true potential. I believe that each one of us holds the answers to our own questions and we just need a quiet, safe environment to access that part of us. I am honored to be that person for my clients.
I have over 15 years experience working with adults and adolescents with depression and anxiety, anger management, interpersonal relationships, and general everyday stress.
Life can be challenging; getting help doesn't have to be. Balancing family, work/school, and personal relationships can be a daily struggle. Trying to make the time to care for one's self can be difficult. Sometimes we need an objective person to help navigate us through these struggles so that we can see more clearly and reach our true potential. I believe that each one of us holds the answers to our own questions and we just need a quiet, safe environment to access that part of us. I am honored to be that person for my clients.
Danielle Slavin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Danielle offers highly tailored treatment for adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and life transitions.
Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Danielle offers highly tailored treatment for adults facing challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, loss, and life transitions.
Danielle deeply values the privilege of being entrusted with the role of supporting someone as they navigate through their healing journey. She honors the specific needs of each individual and aims to foster an authentic relationship built on trust and collaboration. Danielle’s goal is to provide a supportive foundation that offers strength and courage to clients as they pursue their goals in relationships, family, and life. She has over a decade experience with evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Person-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness techniques.
Haley Kastner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Haley provides evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults. She has had the opportunity to provide care in private practice, school, and medical settings. This array of experiences has fostered her ability to understand clients through a multi-disciplinary lens and draw upon a multitude of evidence-based treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation, Prevention-Focused Care, Crisis Intervention, Trauma-Focused CBT, and Exposure and Response Prevention. She utilizes these therapies to target anxiety, stress, depression, OCD, trauma, and executive functioning deficits.
Michaela D'Urso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Amanda Lardieri
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hillsborough, NJ 08844 (Online Only)
Those who seek treatment with me may be seeking relief from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem or peer and family conflict.
Welcome! I appreciate you finding the courage to reach out for support. When life can start to feel overwhelming, it is important for you to be heard. I strive to support clients on their personal journey through self-exploration, where they can explore their emotions, challenges, and strengths. My approach is person-centered, specializing in working with adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with adapting to every day life.
Those who seek treatment with me may be seeking relief from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, low self-esteem or peer and family conflict.
Welcome! I appreciate you finding the courage to reach out for support. When life can start to feel overwhelming, it is important for you to be heard. I strive to support clients on their personal journey through self-exploration, where they can explore their emotions, challenges, and strengths. My approach is person-centered, specializing in working with adolescents and young adults who may be struggling with adapting to every day life.
Kelly A. Dauenheimer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
I specialize in treating adolescents, teens, adults, and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders who struggle to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, ect.
My ideal client is motivated, open-minded, and committed to showing up and doing the work. I work to provide clients a supportive, safe, and warm environment where you feel comfortable talking about the challenges you are facing. I will work with you to identify your personal goals and strengths to help you achieve a more satisfied and fulfilled life that feels true and authentic to you! My clients ultimately want to overcome challenges and welcome change and feel secure being open and honest with themselves in our sessions together. I will be right there with you along the way. Please reach out if this sounds like you.
I specialize in treating adolescents, teens, adults, and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders who struggle to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, ect.
My ideal client is motivated, open-minded, and committed to showing up and doing the work. I work to provide clients a supportive, safe, and warm environment where you feel comfortable talking about the challenges you are facing. I will work with you to identify your personal goals and strengths to help you achieve a more satisfied and fulfilled life that feels true and authentic to you! My clients ultimately want to overcome challenges and welcome change and feel secure being open and honest with themselves in our sessions together. I will be right there with you along the way. Please reach out if this sounds like you.
Richard Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
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.
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.
Ranjana Hari
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
These approaches are highly effective in treating anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, OCD, relationship issues, and low self-esteem.
I'm a dedicated psychotherapist with an extensive and diverse background, spanning private practice, schools, college clinics, foster care, and hospitals, including acute care. With a passion for treating individuals of all ages, I specialize in harnessing the power of evidence-based therapies to create long-lasting positive change, focusing on the core of issues, rather than surface change. I take pride in fostering a safe, warm, and compassionate environment that embraces the unique perspectives of clients from diverse backgrounds. Even the most resistant patients find themselves engaged in the therapeutic process under my care.
Debra Wengert, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CHT
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a therapist who helps clients move forward in their lives. People come to me to release old patterns of behavior in favor of a more positive future. I work well with those aged 11-60, with a special interest in those struggling with Depression & Anxiety due to Traumatic life events. I focus on past trauma as well as resolving issues that come up on a daily basis. Check out my website for more information and how to contact me. Telehealth is available.
I am a therapist who helps clients move forward in their lives. People come to me to release old patterns of behavior in favor of a more positive future. I work well with those aged 11-60, with a special interest in those struggling with Depression & Anxiety due to Traumatic life events. I focus on past trauma as well as resolving issues that come up on a daily basis. Check out my website for more information and how to contact me. Telehealth is available.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.