Therapists in Toms River, NJ
Ellen Sweeney
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC , LCADC, CCTP-II, ACS, CCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toms River, NJ 08753
I take a client-centered approach to counseling & work to provide a safe, non-judgmental, & validating environment to build trust with my client’s & to foster our therapeutic relationship. I believe that life is a balance of acceptance & change & I work with my clients to explore areas of their lives causing them difficulty & to find balance between the processes of acceptance & the change necessary to foster improvements in one’s life. I can help the client explore the complexities of this balance & teach & provide the skills necessary to enact changes. I have a therapy dog Milo in training that is in office with me for appts.
I take a client-centered approach to counseling & work to provide a safe, non-judgmental, & validating environment to build trust with my client’s & to foster our therapeutic relationship. I believe that life is a balance of acceptance & change & I work with my clients to explore areas of their lives causing them difficulty & to find balance between the processes of acceptance & the change necessary to foster improvements in one’s life. I can help the client explore the complexities of this balance & teach & provide the skills necessary to enact changes. I have a therapy dog Milo in training that is in office with me for appts.
Chece Psychological, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08757
Congratulations! You have taken the first brave step to feeling better. Chece Psychological, LLC provides therapy and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Having over 40 years of combined experience, our top specialties include treatment of substance abuse/addiction, couples/marriage conflicts, child/adolescents, behavior/academic problems, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma (abuse, neglect, combat), and life-change stress. We also specialize in forensic and general psychological evaluations, including assessment of emotional intelligence.
Congratulations! You have taken the first brave step to feeling better. Chece Psychological, LLC provides therapy and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Having over 40 years of combined experience, our top specialties include treatment of substance abuse/addiction, couples/marriage conflicts, child/adolescents, behavior/academic problems, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma (abuse, neglect, combat), and life-change stress. We also specialize in forensic and general psychological evaluations, including assessment of emotional intelligence.
Tony Vega
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08755
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, depression, divorce, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need help from a professional to learn how to cope with many of life’s challenges. I would love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Are you struggling with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, depression, divorce, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when we need help from a professional to learn how to cope with many of life’s challenges. I would love to help you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Patricia F Giorgianni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08753
Waitlist for new clients
Most of the work I do is with people struggling with the impact of trauma, including destructive behaviors and conflicted relationships. As a trauma survivor, I know how difficult it can be to rebuild your life and to learn to trust yourself and others. I am committed to helping my clients identify the sources of their pain, learn to tolerate those emotions, and develop new ways to cope and to live.
Most of the work I do is with people struggling with the impact of trauma, including destructive behaviors and conflicted relationships. As a trauma survivor, I know how difficult it can be to rebuild your life and to learn to trust yourself and others. I am committed to helping my clients identify the sources of their pain, learn to tolerate those emotions, and develop new ways to cope and to live.
Molly Clarke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CTTS
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08753 (Online Only)
Accepting new telehealth clients! My clients describe me as a relaxed, real, calm, upfront, "kind yet challenging" sort of therapist. I strive to create a safe, open and collaborative space for you to dig in and explore. I have experience working with lots of issues but my specialties include: anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, infertility and life coaching. I primarily use techniques such as CBT, DBT, IFS and Motivational Interviewing and I feel strongly that each and every one of us has the innate resiliency and power to make the positive changes we want in our lives. Take charge of your life today and give me a call:)
Accepting new telehealth clients! My clients describe me as a relaxed, real, calm, upfront, "kind yet challenging" sort of therapist. I strive to create a safe, open and collaborative space for you to dig in and explore. I have experience working with lots of issues but my specialties include: anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, infertility and life coaching. I primarily use techniques such as CBT, DBT, IFS and Motivational Interviewing and I feel strongly that each and every one of us has the innate resiliency and power to make the positive changes we want in our lives. Take charge of your life today and give me a call:)
Thomas J Mackarevich Ph.d
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08753
Life is too short to let the everyday burdens we face create turmoil, and gain control over our emotions. Our feelings can control us or we can learn to control them. A situation, person, place, or thing only has the power to control our feelings...if we let it. It is our responsibility (and only ours) to control our feelings and behavior. Thus, we can find true contentment and serenity.
Life is too short to let the everyday burdens we face create turmoil, and gain control over our emotions. Our feelings can control us or we can learn to control them. A situation, person, place, or thing only has the power to control our feelings...if we let it. It is our responsibility (and only ours) to control our feelings and behavior. Thus, we can find true contentment and serenity.
Pathways Neuropsychology Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08755 (Online Only)
Paul Santasieri is a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in individual and marriage and family therapy, with over 25 years experience in the field. Paul graduated from The College of NJ with a Masters in Counseling. Prior to coming to Pathways, Paul was a full time Lecturer in Psychology at Ocean County College. Prior to that, Paul was the Supervisor of Student Personnel Services at Colts Neck High School. Paul specializes in all facets of therapy including, individual, marriage and family and an emphasis on adolescents.
Paul Santasieri is a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in individual and marriage and family therapy, with over 25 years experience in the field. Paul graduated from The College of NJ with a Masters in Counseling. Prior to coming to Pathways, Paul was a full time Lecturer in Psychology at Ocean County College. Prior to that, Paul was the Supervisor of Student Personnel Services at Colts Neck High School. Paul specializes in all facets of therapy including, individual, marriage and family and an emphasis on adolescents.
Yehuda Rubin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toms River, NJ 08753
As a Psychodrama therapist, I specialize in inner child work to help clients heal their past and live a healthier today. I support individuals, couples, and groups in overcoming challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and addiction. In my practice, I offer individual therapy and group psychodrama sessions to provide a safe environment for exploring personal issues. These sessions facilitate new insights, practice new behaviors, and promote healing and growth. Clients seek my help to improve their mental health and well-being and lead fulfilling lives.
As a Psychodrama therapist, I specialize in inner child work to help clients heal their past and live a healthier today. I support individuals, couples, and groups in overcoming challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and addiction. In my practice, I offer individual therapy and group psychodrama sessions to provide a safe environment for exploring personal issues. These sessions facilitate new insights, practice new behaviors, and promote healing and growth. Clients seek my help to improve their mental health and well-being and lead fulfilling lives.
Elysian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08753 (Online Only)
Elysian Counseling believes it is essential to work through past traumas and to look at how community and family systems develop identity and, at times, may perpetuate behaviors that keep people in a cycle of self-defeat, poor choices, and a feeling of being stuck. We use an integrative approach with a look at the root causes of the issues you may be experiencing. Together we build a safe and strong therapeutic alliance, and explore techniques tailored to your needs and goals to achieve optimum wellness. See our counselor bios below or Visit: https://elysiancounseling.clientsecure.me/
Elysian Counseling believes it is essential to work through past traumas and to look at how community and family systems develop identity and, at times, may perpetuate behaviors that keep people in a cycle of self-defeat, poor choices, and a feeling of being stuck. We use an integrative approach with a look at the root causes of the issues you may be experiencing. Together we build a safe and strong therapeutic alliance, and explore techniques tailored to your needs and goals to achieve optimum wellness. See our counselor bios below or Visit: https://elysiancounseling.clientsecure.me/
Dr. Sarah Muscolino
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toms River, NJ 08755
In life we often find ourselves overcoming obstacles. Sometimes we can conquer these hardships ourselves and other times we require some additional support. It can be intimidating seeking professional help, but know that you are not alone. I'm here to accompany you on this path, providing support and guidance as you work towards your healing. As a clinical psychologist, I aim to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences together.
In life we often find ourselves overcoming obstacles. Sometimes we can conquer these hardships ourselves and other times we require some additional support. It can be intimidating seeking professional help, but know that you are not alone. I'm here to accompany you on this path, providing support and guidance as you work towards your healing. As a clinical psychologist, I aim to create a safe and nonjudgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences together.
Tinamarie Veniscofski, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toms River, NJ 08755
"Therapy... Coping... Life... " Covid-19 continues to devastate our society through addiction, fear, and challenge to cope with "life on life's terms." I am best at helping people develop coping skills to prevent relapse in behavior while building your quality of life...
"Therapy... Coping... Life... " Covid-19 continues to devastate our society through addiction, fear, and challenge to cope with "life on life's terms." I am best at helping people develop coping skills to prevent relapse in behavior while building your quality of life...
Sharon Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08755
Immediate availability! I focus on treating anxiety; depression; trauma; alcohol and substance abuse; gambling and other addictions; aging; gender identity; and relationship issues. Navigating life’s challenges can leave us feeling unsure of how to move forward, or that we are not our best selves, or that we are not living in a way we want to be living. Each of our paths through life are different, and each of our challenges are different. Some of us have challenges at work or at home that we aren't handling well. For some, past experiences can complicate how we live our current lives.
Immediate availability! I focus on treating anxiety; depression; trauma; alcohol and substance abuse; gambling and other addictions; aging; gender identity; and relationship issues. Navigating life’s challenges can leave us feeling unsure of how to move forward, or that we are not our best selves, or that we are not living in a way we want to be living. Each of our paths through life are different, and each of our challenges are different. Some of us have challenges at work or at home that we aren't handling well. For some, past experiences can complicate how we live our current lives.
Dr. Lauren Turner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Toms River, NJ 08755
Throughout life, many of us will experience some sort of emotional issue. Some we can handle on our own, and others we may want to explore on a deeper level with a specialist. I look forward to working with those who are brave enough to face these issues head on, and to explore some of the underlying reasons why these issues have manifested. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, yoga therapy, bariatric evals, LGBTQ concerns, adjustment disorders, as well as testing and assessment (ADHD and PTSD Screenings, neuropsychological and psychological/personality testing with report).
Throughout life, many of us will experience some sort of emotional issue. Some we can handle on our own, and others we may want to explore on a deeper level with a specialist. I look forward to working with those who are brave enough to face these issues head on, and to explore some of the underlying reasons why these issues have manifested. I specialize in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, yoga therapy, bariatric evals, LGBTQ concerns, adjustment disorders, as well as testing and assessment (ADHD and PTSD Screenings, neuropsychological and psychological/personality testing with report).
Elisabeth Kvalo-Savino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toms River, NJ 08753
I am a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, individuals and families . I am very passionate about helping others. I provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental environment where a trusting relationship is built so we can begin to do the work to help bring about positive change in your life. I use a multi-modal approach, taking each client's individual needs into consideration.
I am a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, individuals and families . I am very passionate about helping others. I provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental environment where a trusting relationship is built so we can begin to do the work to help bring about positive change in your life. I use a multi-modal approach, taking each client's individual needs into consideration.
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Robert LoPresti
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brick, NJ 08724
In Imago Relationship therapy I coach the partners into giving and receiving love. Love is the healing force. Imago Therapy is the guiding model along with cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic experiencing, body centered approaches and mindfulness.
In individual therapy the focus is on finding clients' strengths and using those strengths for healing of symptoms including insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and others using cognitive behavioral, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, mindfulness,imagery, brainspotting, EMDR, TFT, EFT, and others. Mindfulness is taught in all sessions
In Imago Relationship therapy I coach the partners into giving and receiving love. Love is the healing force. Imago Therapy is the guiding model along with cognitive behavioral therapy, somatic experiencing, body centered approaches and mindfulness.
In individual therapy the focus is on finding clients' strengths and using those strengths for healing of symptoms including insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD and others using cognitive behavioral, somatic experiencing, hypnotherapy, mindfulness,imagery, brainspotting, EMDR, TFT, EFT, and others. Mindfulness is taught in all sessions
Haven Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Forked River, NJ 08731
Haven Behavioral Health is a private practice with over 30+ years experience and services children, adolescents, and adults. Telehealth services are available by phone or video.
Haven Behavioral Health is a private practice with over 30+ years experience and services children, adolescents, and adults. Telehealth services are available by phone or video.
Lisa M Dittman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CtH
Verified Verified
Brick, NJ 08723 (Online Only)
Lisa received her Master’s in Counseling at Montclair University. She’s worked in various positions in the field utilizing her counseling skills and innate problem solving abilities as a Guidance Counselor, a Crisis Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, and an In home counselor for the last 15 years where she has molded and guided at risk youth in crisis. Lisa holds certifications in: Eye Movement and Densitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (Ct.H), National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC), Mind/Body Personal Trainer, Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, and CANS certified SNA (NA/BPS).
Lisa received her Master’s in Counseling at Montclair University. She’s worked in various positions in the field utilizing her counseling skills and innate problem solving abilities as a Guidance Counselor, a Crisis Counselor, Substance Abuse Counselor, and an In home counselor for the last 15 years where she has molded and guided at risk youth in crisis. Lisa holds certifications in: Eye Movement and Densitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy (Ct.H), National Board-Certified Counselor (NCC), Mind/Body Personal Trainer, Certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, and CANS certified SNA (NA/BPS).
Maisy Hughes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakewood, NJ 08701
Deciding to go to therapy can be overwhelming, and my first priority when we meet is to make sure you feel comfortable and heard. Therapy looks different for everyone, and we will collaborate closely to make sure you are getting what you need. I am committed to delivering collaborative, respectful, culturally competent, trauma-informed therapy that will meet you where you are and build on your strengths.
Deciding to go to therapy can be overwhelming, and my first priority when we meet is to make sure you feel comfortable and heard. Therapy looks different for everyone, and we will collaborate closely to make sure you are getting what you need. I am committed to delivering collaborative, respectful, culturally competent, trauma-informed therapy that will meet you where you are and build on your strengths.
Jessica DeMaio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Brick, NJ 08724
Often when we struggle, we are having a normal reaction to abnormal circumstances. The world we live in can feel unsupportive of just how hard it is to be a human. I feel it is a privilege to help my clients realize their innate wholeness and courage and I approach the therapy relationship with a genuine, compassionate, and non-judgmental style. I work best with clients who are struggling with the impact of trauma, emotion dysregulation, dissociation, self injury, depression, anxiety, and issues specific to the LGBTQIA+ population.
Often when we struggle, we are having a normal reaction to abnormal circumstances. The world we live in can feel unsupportive of just how hard it is to be a human. I feel it is a privilege to help my clients realize their innate wholeness and courage and I approach the therapy relationship with a genuine, compassionate, and non-judgmental style. I work best with clients who are struggling with the impact of trauma, emotion dysregulation, dissociation, self injury, depression, anxiety, and issues specific to the LGBTQIA+ population.
Gina Frigiola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Lakewood, NJ 08701 (Online Only)
**Accepting new clients! Evening and weekend appointments available** Everyone has a story to tell…I would like to hear yours. Your story might include sadness, pain, hurt, loss, trauma, injustice, addiction, or many other challenges that interfere with your daily functioning. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can be heard and valued. We can work together to help you sort through the difficulty, rediscover your strengths, and find the joy and peace you deserve in life. You can return your story to one of hope, recovery, and good health.
**Accepting new clients! Evening and weekend appointments available** Everyone has a story to tell…I would like to hear yours. Your story might include sadness, pain, hurt, loss, trauma, injustice, addiction, or many other challenges that interfere with your daily functioning. My goal is to create a safe, compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can be heard and valued. We can work together to help you sort through the difficulty, rediscover your strengths, and find the joy and peace you deserve in life. You can return your story to one of hope, recovery, and good health.
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Dissociative Disorders (DID) Therapists
How does therapy for dissociative disorders work?
Dissociation may be triggered by stress or other upsetting circumstances, and therapy can address the traumatic events at the core of an individual’s dissociation. Understanding why a person may dissociate can help the therapist and the individual come up with alternative methods of coping. A person with a dissociative disorder may get stuck on negative thinking, for example, and treatment like Cognitive behavioral therapy is a gold standard for breaking such thinking. And dialectical behavior therapy, for example, can help a person manage their anguish through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for dissociative disorders?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychodynamic, schema therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful memories and past traumas. These therapies work to integrate an individual's different identities into one person.
Are there specific medications for dissociation?
There are no specific medications prescribed for dissociative disorders. However, psychosis, depression, anxiety, and/or panic often co-occur in dissociative disorders. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for any accompanying symptom—which may include antipsychotics like aripiprazole, antidepressants like selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or anti-anxiety drugs like benzodiazepines.
How often and how long are therapy sessions?
Like any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. There are still other patients, especially those who have co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, who may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months.