My name is Rita Cifelli. I received my Master's Degree in Counseling at Kean University. I am a licensed professional counselor. I have over 13 years of counseling experience. Over the years, I have had the pleasure of working with adults that suffer from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management, eating disorders, and trauma-related issues. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings, including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, traditional outpatient, corrections, and managed care. I also provided intensive counseling to individuals, families, and First Responders affected by the 911 disaster. I utilize techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical-behavioral therapy, and trauma-focused therapy. I am compassionate, understanding, and a good listener. I provide a safe environment where you can disclose your thoughts, feelings, and concerns without fear of judgment. I want to help you increase your self-awareness to achieve a better quality of life. I look forward to taking this journey with you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Eating disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties
NJ LPC 37PC00304100
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Rita is wonderful! Easy to speak with and asks the right questions.
Written on May 26, 2017 after therapy with Rita for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship
Rita is very caring and follows through with me. I get her undivided attention during the live sessions as well. I recommend her!
Written on May 25, 2017 after therapy with Rita for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I am so glad I found BetterHelp, and Rita in particular. She is very caring, and after our first session she already knew what my issues were and how to procede in order to start feeling better. I would recommend this website and her to all of the people who feel hesitant and scared about getting help.
Written on May 05, 2017 after therapy with Rita for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Rita is a very compassionate and comforting person. I felt a bond instantly. Rita listens to me and provides very accurate feedback as well as a "safe" place where I feel comfortable telling her about intimate details of my life. Zero judging only heartfelt support. I'm not a trusting person by nature. I feel my conversation is heard by her and she provides a "game plan" not just a never ending conversation .
Written on May 05, 2017 after therapy with Rita for 3 weeks on issues concerning grief
Glad I was able to find her, very helpful
Written on May 03, 2017 after therapy with Rita for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety