Find a licensed online therapist in Oaklyn, NJ

Many years of working as an in-home, multicultural, inner-city therapist and in a Residential Treatment Program for Emotionally Disturbed Children before transitioning to Adults with Developmental Disabilities have provided me with a strong foundation to address a wide variety of clinical issues. My theoretical methods is founded first and foremost in developmental psychology utilizing many other theoretical approaches such as CBT, DBT, Performance psychology, solution focused etc. My passion for psychology began as a professional athlete and then in undergraduate school at the University of Maine at Farmington as an Alpine ski coach and through my years as a professional ski coach. My passion for psychology and therapy continues to focus on supporting individuals the fulfill their potential.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with depression, stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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.

Life's hardships sometimes deplete our emotions. Loss, trauma, anxiety, depression, and confusion consume our inner resources, and we might need help from a "neutral" person to detect what's going on and help us restore our inner peace, so we should be capable of having passion and delight in work, relationships and feel good about ourselves. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the States of New York and New Jersey and a trained Psychoanalyst. In psychoanalytic therapy, you'll gain mastery over your emotional world and feel empowered to deal with life's circumstances.

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 believe in a person’s ability to develop and grow, become autonomous and authentic. I utilize different techniques and approaches to meet my clients’ need in order to help them find success in therapy. Specifically, I utilize a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Family Dynamics and Person Centered Therapy to create a treatment outline that will best fit my clients’ needs. I have experience working with individuals, couples and families on issues related to addiction, infidelity and trust, self esteem, depression, anxiety, life changes, divorce, identifying goals, grief and loss as well as caregiver stress and elder adult issues and transitions. I graduated from Centenary University in Hackettstown, NJ with a Master’s of Arts in Clinical Counseling. I also received a Master’s of Science in Addictions Counseling from Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, AZ. Through my internships and post graduate work I have been involved with traditional outpatient care as well as higher levels of care such as Intensive Outpatient and Partial Hospitalization. My approach is warm and interactive, I believe in asking thoughtful questions that cause clients to think and look deeper. I also inquire about my clients’ beliefs and background to get a better picture of who they are and what shaped them. It also allows me to be sensitive and respectful of cultural needs and differences. I respond to messages Mondays between the hours of 10am-8pm but please allow time because I may not be able to respond immediately. I have some open sessions available in my schedule but I can also discuss other availability.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. 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.

Thank you for taking a moment in considering your next steps in healing. The courage it takes to think I need help is a powerful step toward the reality of being healed, restored, or just gaining your footing again. My name is Janine Gonzalez, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, in the state of Florida and New Jersey: with over 25 years' of experience working with a diverse population. This includes working with individuals experiencing complex issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and within you are the answers. It takes courage to seek out assistance and determination to see it through. Taking the first steps toward change, may not be easy, however as we work together you will discover you are worth it. I am here to support and empower you in your journey.

I am licensed in New Jersey with 4 years of internship and Licensed Associate Counselor experience and have now obtained my Licensed Professional Counseling work experience for my full license through the state. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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. 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. I am also a Christian with a strong faith and know that it has been a large part of my journey through healing personally. If you are someone who wants to bring a Biblical, Christ-centered approach into your therapy, I can gladly do that!

I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & anger management, bipolar disorder & depression. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Therapy can be an exciting experience. You have an opportunity to go back to zero and rebuild your life on your own terms. Developing the incite needed to make the changes you want as well as the needed coping skills. Learning that you can be happy on purpose and that you are not limited by the past.

I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, career difficulties, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. 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. 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.

Are you struggling with or just need a helping hand with feelings of depression, anxiety, substance use disorder, life transitions, or issues with a family member who is on the spectrum? I believe through hard work between therapist and client that all things are possible. We start by meeting where you are at. My approach is an individualized strengths-based approach including components of CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). I assist adolescents through end of life in achieving their goals. For over 25 years, I have done work ranging from helping pregnant teens in navigating their difficult situations to counseling families through end-of-life issues and all matters in between. Simply I LOVE to help people and believe through therapy we can achieve your goals, resolve past issues, and improve your overall mental and emotional wellbeing. Starting on the therapy journey can be scary but can lead to a rewarding outcome. Please allow me to help you navigate through depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use disorder, relationship conflicts, medical issues, and/or autism spectrum disorder challenges. “Behind you are your memories, before you are your dreams, within you all you need

I'm a therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. Over my career, I've worked with clients navigating depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. I specialize in helping people process guilt and shame, posttraumatic stress, attachment concerns, mood disorders, and women's issues. I also have experience supporting young adults and those managing chronic pain and illness. My approach is grounded in compassion and a deep commitment to meeting you where you are. I work with LGBTQ+ clients and older adults, and I'm particularly attuned to the unique experiences and identities my clients bring to our work together. Whether you're processing past trauma, navigating relationship patterns, or finding your way through grief and life changes, I'm here to support your healing with care and respect. I believe therapy is a collaborative journey, and I'm honored to walk alongside you as you move toward greater peace and resilience.

I'm a therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. My work centers on helping clients navigate depression, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, and self-esteem issues. I bring specialized focus to social anxiety, panic disorder, communication difficulties, and isolation—while also addressing deeper patterns like codependency, family-of-origin wounds, and commitment challenges. I work with clients exploring identity, sexuality, and alternative relationship dynamics in a fully affirming and nonjudgmental space. I'm particularly passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, older adults, and those seeking a therapist aligned with progressive values and secular perspectives. My approach draws from evidence-based practices tailored to each person's unique needs. I believe in meeting you where you are, fostering self-compassion, and helping you build meaningful connections—both with yourself and others. Whether you're navigating midlife transitions, fatherhood challenges, first responder stress, or questions about forgiveness and life purpose, I'm here to support your growth with authenticity and care. Starting therapy takes courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you.