I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with over 3 years of experience working as a counselor in a school setting and a therapist in a private practice. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, young adult issues and life transitions. I have also helped many people who have experienced racial trauma.
My therapy style is warm and genuine. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach is holistic as I work with an integrative model combining cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, empowerment strategies. Each client is unique, so I will tailor our journey and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Depression, Postpartum Depression, Prejudice and Discrimination, Self-love, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
NJ LPC 37PC00819700
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Simone Maldonado. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Simone was a great help to me in my therapy sessions with her. She made me feel comfortable, offered great advice, and allowed me to express myself freely without judgement.
Written on Sep 30, 2022 after therapy with Simone for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and intimacy-related issues
My sessions with Simone are always helpful and insightful. I have noticed a lot of personal growth in the short time I've been working with Simone and am very grateful for her expertise in relationship management. Strongly recommend for anyone who is struggling with the modern dating landscape!
Written on Sep 07, 2022 after therapy with Simone for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She is very empathetic, caring, non judgmental, a great listener and validates your points without any judgment. She definitely makes you feel safe and can speak freely to start healing process.
Written on Jul 05, 2022 after therapy with Simone for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and adhd
She listen to me and helped me with my issues and extreme anxiety
Written on Jun 18, 2022 after therapy with Simone for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Absolute sweetheart! 10/10 recommend
Written on May 26, 2022 after therapy with Simone for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and self esteem