Therapists in Avenel, NJ

With over 25 years of extensive mental health experience, I hold a Ph.D. (APA accredited) in Clinical, Health, Forensic, & Neuropsychology. I am also a Certified Nutritionist, a Board-Certified TeleMental Health Provider (BC-TMH); a Board-Certified Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas, Illinois, and New Jersey; a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky; a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) in Nebraska; a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Montana and Illinois; a Licensed Sex Offender Treatment Provider (LSOTP) and Licensed Sex Offender Evaluator (LSOE) in Illinois and Montana; , Telehealth Provider #TPMC864 (Florida) Licensed Professional Counselor #37PC00852500 (New Jersey) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor #LCPC03319 (Kansas) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor #CP5260-R (Nevada) and a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in The Bahamas. I am a Clinical, Health, Forensic and Neuropsych oly doctor. I have a PhD, a Bachelor's of Science, three master’s degrees (Professional Counseling, Clinical Psychology, and Christian Counseling). I have been inducted into the Psi Chi international honor society in psychology and the Pi Lambda Theta honor society in education. I have worked successfully and effectively administering a broad range of Clinical, Health , Forensic, Neurological, Educational and other Assessments inaddition with working with organizations both Christian and secular, and with individuals, couples, groups, and families with a broad range of concerns, including but not limited to parenting problems, addiction, career challenges, depression, divorce, domestic abuse, and eating disorders. I have also worked with persons coping with illness, grief, loss, family conflict, pre-marital concerns, anxiety, infidelity, OCD, men’s issues, sexual abuse, spirituality, suicidal ideation, PTSD, weight loss, women’s issues, relationships issues, panic attacks, etc. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma and, or emotional abuse, Trauma and many other concerns. Throughout the years, in my Private Practice and working with other organizations, hospitals, prison systems etc. I have developed a comprehensive multidisciplinary background that has allowed me to recognize, diagnose, and successfully help and treat thousands of individuals of all ages and ethnicities. My treatment style is warm, interactive, and solution-based. My psychotherapy approach is integrative and eclectic, combining cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic, motivational, rational emotive counseling, smart recovery, positive psychology, and many other proven techniques. I show empathy and honestly believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I do not believe in stigmatizing labels, so I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I do my best to allow God to use me to assist you in achieving your desired results. It is commendable and takes courage for you to seek a more fulfilling and happier functional, actionable existence and to see you taking the first steps toward change and enhancement. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to assist you in achieving your purpose and goals for being here, in addition to encouraging, supporting, and empowering you. I look forward to working with you!

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 5 years of experience working in the substance abuse/addiction field and in private practice. Currently I am the Clinical Director of a substance abuse facility, and operate a small private practice. I have helped clients with a variety of issues including substance abuse, trauma, process/cross addictions, eating disorders, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, OCD, relationship and family issues, stress, phase of life issues, low self-esteem, and personality disorders. I have also had a lot of experience working with many different cultures and pride myself on being highly culturally sensitive and knowledgeable. My approach to therapy is warm yet direct. I enjoy encouraging and empowering my clients to make positive changes in their lives. I provide a non-bias, non-judgmental atmosphere, and supportive atmosphere. I utilize a variety of different theories and techniques including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, Rapid Trauma Resolution, solution-focused therapy, positive psychology, family and couples counseling, and more. I maintain several certifications and have been trained in specific therapies including: Mastered Certified Addiction Professional; Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor; Advanced Certified Relapse Prevention Specialist; Rapid Trauma Resolution w/Clinical Hypnosis; Gottman Couples Therapy, Level 1 Certified; DBT skills, and EMDR. I commend anyone who is looking to better themselves. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

My name is Sue Wildermann. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in NJ. I have a Masters in the Behavioral Sciences and a Professional Diploma in Marriage and Family Therapy. I am eclectic in my style and work diligently to provide you with the best approach. I view our work together as a team effort. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, parents and grandparents, helping them come to terms and changing their approach to better help themselves and their families. I help people to address anxiety, compulsiveness, depression, work related issues, trauma and domestic violence (physical, verbal and sexual assault victims), and to parent effectively. I have helped individuals work on their family issues to improve their family and partner relationships. I worked with individuals who experienced trauma after Hurricane Sandy. I am easy to talk to and non judgmental. I believe you are the expert in your life and I will help you to discover the you, you wish to be. I truly enjoy working with people to help them reach their goals through empowerment and strength.

I am a NJ licensed professional counselor (LPC) and NJ school counselor who has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families with a wide range of social and emotional difficulties. I completed my BA at William Paterson University in psychology with a minor in sociology. I went to graduate school at Montclair State University where I obtained her MA in school counseling. I graduated as a Chi Sigma Iota National Counseling Honor Society member. Subsequently, I became a certified NJ school counselor, National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have worked in several school districts in NJ as a district wide school counselor, anti-bullying specialist, and social worker on a Child Study team creating Individualized Education Plans (IEP’s). I served on 504 committees, Intervention and Referral Services committee (I&RS), created behavior improvement plans, social evaluations, and is familiar with standardized testing. I have attended trainings on the NJ anti-bullying law, suicide prevention and risk assessment, cyber-bullying, crisis prevention and Division of Youth and Family Services (now DCP&P), relational aggression particularly among girls, mindfulness, among many other character building educational topics. I supervised a school psychologist and a school social work intern. I worked collaboratively as a team with Early Intervention, Perform Care-crisis assessment, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, food therapists, nutritionists, ABA trained behaviorists, among other related specialists and referring community resources. I can help with transition issues including college preparation and job coaching. In addition, I have multiple years of experience working for a psychiatrist specializing in addictions as well. My specialties include social skills groups, children with developmental disabilities, changing families/divorce, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, anger management, ADHD, adjustment disorders, grief and loss, academic difficulties, adoption issues, relationship issues, sibling issues, parenting issues, low self esteem, improving your confidence and self worth, addictions, personality disorders, increasing coping skills, among many other life stressors and difficulties. I am a married, mother of two young school aged children. I approach things as a solution focused therapist and use a variety of cognitive behavioral strategies, play therapy, and art therapy. Why get therapy? Because your mental health is just as important as your physical health.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, life changes, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also help families managing children's developmental issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. You are most likely wondering what type of therapy approach I use. My therapeutic approach is eclectic which simply means that I may use a combination of therapy approaches, based on your individual needs. For example, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches might be intertwined. I also find that a person-centered approach is very helpful. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Hi, if you are reading this ,it means you are seeking assistance in taking better control of your life to feel good about yourself and develop the skills necessary to solve what you view as problems. Today, many people are now seeking and receiving help to better control their lives. So, you are not alone. My goal will be to help you focus on the things that you see as impediments to your progress with expectation of assisting you in reordering your thoughts, and how and why your current thought process has led to where you feel you are emotionally today. I believe this approach can aid you in learning new ways to handle feelings and new ways of viewing the world around you. In other words, place a focus on your understanding affective stance and assist you in acquiring additional skills that possess the potential to help you be happy, healthy and have a good life. I formerly worked for twenty years at Rutgers University as a therapist serving clients who were working on successfully reintegrating into society. As such I had regular on-going collaborative relationships with State and Federal Authorities. I am a New Jersey based Licensed Based Counselor (LPC) with 26 years’ experience as a Mental Health Therapist. While I started at Better Help in 2021, I had to limit my involvement until 2025. My experience includes behavioral health centers, correctional institutions, schools, and in-home situations. My therapeutic approach focuses on assisting clients through focusing on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Solution Focused Counseling.

I am an LPC in New Jersey with 30+ years of experience. I worked at East Orange General Hospital from June 1985 - June 2014. I started as a Mobile Crisis Counselor - this means I went into the community to bring patients back to the hospital who were experience a true psychiatric crisis and evaluate the patient for psychiatric commitment. I transfer to there Outpatient Department and treated an array of patients from depression to the persistently mentally ill. While in Outpatient I helped develop and run the MICA (Mentally Ill Chemical Abuser) Program with a counselor from our addiction services. In 1995 I wrote polices and procedures for our first Partial Hospital Program and became the manager of the program. I then went on to help develop the Child and Adolescent Program. At this time I also handled the quality assurance for behavioral health and all the hospitals surveys for behavioral health. I then became Director of Behavioral Health - Inpatient, Crisis, Addiction Services, Partial Hospital Program, and Outpatient. I believe that in guiding the client through what they believe is their issues I can help them find healing so they can be there best possible selves.

From what I've observed personally, therapy is useful to anyone who is human. Why should you talk to a therapist instead of a friend or your mother? The difference is that therapists are expert listeners who do not judge, criticize, or contradict, but who want to hear everything you have to say and how you are feeling. You may want help discussing difficult thoughts and feelings or need guidance on particular issues, or you may not be sure how you feel. The therapy session offers a private, safe place where you can feel free to say everything. And if you have trouble talking, the therapist can help with that too. My mission is to offer that safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment or criticism. Taking the first step to seek therapy takes courage. I’m here to support you in that process.

Elizabeth Anne Perry, MA, LCSW, is a licensed psychotherapist practicing in five states, with over a decade of professional experience. Elizabeth is known for her direct, practical approach and her diverse range of therapeutic interventions, all designed to help clients achieve meaningful progress and improve their daily well-being. She has extensive experience treating individuals across the full DSM spectrum and is a recognized expert in codependency, supporting those affected by the addiction or mental illness of a loved one, colleague, or friend. Elizabeth deeply understands how codependency can influence childhood experiences, professional lives, and personal growth. By empowering individuals to recognize self-imposed barriers, unhelpful beliefs, and toxic thought patterns, Elizabeth guides adults in unraveling the challenges that hinder their health and happiness. Her ultimate goal is to inspire clients not just to "feel better," but to truly thrive.

I am licensed in New Jersey with over 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with school related issues & parenting issues. Primarily, my is experience is with children, teens and their parents. I, however, am currently focused on working with adults. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Additionally, clients can feel comfortable talking to me about depression , anxiety and LGBTQ related issues. Additionally, I have Biblical knowledge, which can be applied when appropriate. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

As a licensed therapist in New Jersey, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life challenges. My professional background focuses on helping clients address stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and trauma recovery. I have extensive experience working with diverse populations, with a particular commitment to supporting individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS. My therapeutic approach is compassionate and collaborative, designed to help clients develop resilience and meaningful strategies for personal growth. I draw from evidence-based practices to create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their experiences, build emotional strength, and work towards healing. Through my years of clinical experience, I've developed a deep understanding of the intricate ways personal challenges intersect with broader life experiences. I'm dedicated to walking alongside my clients, offering guidance, empathy, and professional support as they navigate their unique journeys of transformation and wellness.

As a licensed therapist in New Jersey, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on compassionate, holistic care, with expertise in addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction. I'm deeply committed to helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, and overcome challenges like social anxiety, isolation, and workplace stress. My therapeutic practice focuses on empowering individuals to heal from past experiences and build meaningful connections. I work collaboratively with clients experiencing diverse challenges, including relationship difficulties, personal growth obstacles, and emotional healing. Whether you're struggling with life transitions, self-esteem issues, or seeking deeper understanding of yourself, I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for transformation. I draw from evidence-based practices to help you develop resilience, cultivate self-awareness, and create positive life changes. My goal is to support you in discovering your inner strength and moving toward a more fulfilling, authentic life.

I am licensed in New Jersey and New York with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with despression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Terri Dawe, LCSW is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has over 34 years of experience working with individuals, families and groups. She attended the University of South Carolina for her undergraduate degree and Rutgers University for her MSW. In addition, Terri completed a Post Master’s Certificate Program in Marriage and Family Therapy at the Family Institute (currently the Multicultural Family Institute). In addition, Terri was trained in the Duluth Model of Domestic Violence at the Family Institute. Terri has worked in outpatient settings where she has supervised interns and provisionally licensed clinicians working towards their licensure. Terri has held numerous Administrative positions where she developed clinical programs with positive, evidence- based outcomes. Terri also has 16 years experience in managing Employee Assistance Programs working with employees and consulting with Unions and Human Resources. In addition, Terri provides training and consultation to other professionals on family and couples cases. Terri utilizes a family systems framework in helping clients understand the context of their own histories and its impact on current life and relationships. She also utilized CBT, MI and psychoeducation to support the therapeutic process. Terri has experience treating depression, anxiety, PTSD and mood disorders. I offer a collaborative therapeutic journey leading to gained insight, growth, change and happiness. In addition, my approach is one that “holds space” with compassion and non-judgement for those who are struggling and looking to gain a better sense of self.