Therapists in Summit, NJ
Living in a small town is great for people who love to know their neighbors and see friends everywhere they go. There are many people who never met a stranger because they just seem to like everyone. However, you do not like being around people and get anxious when you think of talking to anyone. This can be a sign of social anxiety, which is easy to treat.
Summit has many wonderful mental health professionals who are trained in diagnosing and treating social anxiety as well as other mental health conditions. Talking to one of these professionals can help you get out and enjoy life and make some friends.
Fanteema Barnes-Watson
Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
22 years offering treatment
With the Internet having so much information, many people think it is easy to research their problems and find online tools to help them. What I have found over the years is that when people do this, they tend to work in isolation with no objective person to hear them and make sure they use the tools they found. This is why it is so important to have a therapist help you in your process of self-improvement. So if you feel overwhelmed or unfulfilled, your online search has brought you to the right place. I can help you with emotional issues such as self-esteem, depression, anxiety, anger, and stress. I also help you with other areas of your life that become affected by these issues such as relationships, communication, parenting, work or your education. I am comfortable and have experience working with people of all faiths and cultures as well as being an LGBTQQIA (also known as "sexual minority") affirming therapist. My counseling style includes Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to help people make the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT involves learning about the issues like depression or self-esteem and completing exercises to learn your current mindset and how to change it. Mindfulness is related and is about being aware of yourself and living in the present moment as well as being focused on positive goals. Using these two strategies helps you to stay focused and adds accountability to prevent you from slipping back into old habits. Clients leave sessions with clarity on who they are, what they want, and how to get it, stress-free. My purpose is to help you stop surviving and start living! Still not sure if this is right for you? Take a look at the testimonials below to see what others have said about our work together. I have over 20 years of experience in social work as a therapist, researcher, teacher, and trainer. I have worked in a variety of settings including inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, K-12 public schools, as well as colleges and universities. I also founded The SWEET Network, LLC (Supporting Women to Empower and Enhance Themselves): a counseling service that provides individual and couples therapy, specializing in women of color and trauma. My goal is to provide you with simple tools to apply to everyday life.
Dr. Tammy Freeman
Clinician
License Type(s): EdD,LPC,LMHC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
21 years offering treatment
Hello- I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been working in this field for over 20 years in various behavioral healthcare positions. I enjoy my profession! There are not many professions that challenge you as a practitioner to grow and develop just as much as the clients . I like to think of counseling as the gift that keeps on giving! If you met me about 24 years ago, I would have introduce myself as a elementary school teacher who loves working with children. I enjoyed my profession but I was not fulfilled. Through a series of highs and lows in my life, educators, family, friends and sometimes strangers were strategically placed at various points of my life which tilted me like a pinball in an arcade game to what I feel I was truly meant to do with my life. I guess you can tell I was an english literature major! I truly believe that every life has value and purpose. Sometimes it takes some of us longer than others to figure out what that purpose is but although we are apart of the human race, life is not a race. I have experience working in hospital settings, non-profit agencies, as well as private practice. Everyone will not agree with the choices that we make in our lives but if we can look in the mirror and be happy with the person you see looking back at you, you've won! I try to provide my clients with a safe place to learn, grow and sometimes to simply breathe and put yourself first. There is not one definition of happiness. Every person's idea of happiness is different and unique. I would welcome the opportunity to hear your idea of happiness and if you do not know it right now, help you define happiness for you. I look forward to hearing from you soon! Be Well, Dr. Tammy Freeman SPECIALTIES Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Also experienced in: Family conflicts , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Sleeping disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Coaching , working with Veterans and First Responders. Years of Experience: 20
Meredith McCabe
Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
20 years offering treatment
Hi, I'm Meredith and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults and teens struggling to determine who they are currently and to understand their own personal developmental process. Using a mixture of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, humor, and person-centered work, your counseling will start with building a trusting and welcoming rapport and then supporting you as you work at your own pace towards your goals. As adults and teens, we are often in positions to care for others. We help, we volunteer, we go the extra mile even if that extra mile costs us an hour less sleep. And in everything we do, there is so much pressure to be the perfect woman, the perfect employee, the perfect student, the perfect mother. For some of us, "perfect" feels more like "impossible." As a counselor, I see the struggles that so many people have on a daily basis with the idea that they need to be perfect and how it reframes their idea of self I have also seen firsthand the long term impact of being everything to everyone. I’d like to get to know you and work together to go the extra mile for you and your personal wellness and happiness. It is my hope that by working together we can challenge those thoughts of perfection, work to help you accept yourself, and learn to breathe, balance and grow. I began my private practice part-time in 2012 while also working for a local university as a professor/clinical supervisor for graduate students in a mental health counseling program and continues to work extensively with college and graduate students and the unique pressures they face. In addition, I have an extensive background as a mental health and social justice activist and recognize both the sociocultural and environmental issues that women face, particularly women of color, and do not shy away from giving that side of my clients' perspective time and support. My practice is secular and inclusive, all are welcome.
Dr. Jodi Manning
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression
12 years offering treatment
Life can be very challenging, and it is normal to feel overwhelmed and stressed. What is holding you back from living the life you want? Let’s work together to discover a path to your authentic self and meaningful life. For many people, asking for help can be difficult, yet it is a brave first step in finding relief. I want you to know that feeling better is within reach. For the past 11 years, I have helped people who struggle with mood issues (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder), trauma, grief/loss, stress, and life changes. My approach includes using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Buddhist Psychology. My deeply held belief in the basic goodness of all people fuels my enthusiasm and commitment to the field of social work and psychotherapy. Let's work collaboratively so you can get relief from your suffering and live a joyful and meaningful life.
Susan Henry
Clinician
License Type(s): LISW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
25 years offering treatment
My name is Susan Henry, and I love helping people and seeing them grow. I am originally from the East Coast and resided in California before settling with my family in the Midwest. I received my Bachelor degree in Psychology from Rutgers College, and I received my Master in Social Work degree from Barry University School of Social Work. I am licensed in the state of Iowa as an Independent Level Social Worker. I have worked in the counseling field for over 25 years, with expertise working with issues related to Interpersonal Relations, Grief/Loss and Adjustment, PTSD/Trauma, and Anxiety/Depression. I provide a safe, sensitive, and non-judgemental space to explore your issues. Looking forward to being a part of your journey to better days ahead.
Fennel Kpolie
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyDepression
4 years offering treatment
I am licensed in Delaware with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety & depression. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Maureen Hinds
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Self esteem
20 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients find solutions for success by promoting positive changes in attitude and emotional functioning, 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.
Olayinka "Mary" Akeju
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression
17 years offering treatment
I am licensed in New Jersey with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & anger management. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Richard McCune
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSleeping disordersBipolar disorderDepression
7 years offering treatment
I'm Richard D. McCune. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist, I'm honored to take part in your healing process. All persons are welcome. I use a number of modalities including: relaxing techniques, mindful mediation, person centered therapy, and cognitive behavior therapy. I incorporate the mind, body, and spirit as components of the healing process. As a Veteran of Foreign Wars and a Disabled American Veteran, I specialize in helping Veterans regain their health and mental stability. The following are some issues we can discuss: post traumatic stress disorder PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, bi-polar disorders, chronic pain, coping skills, and spirituality. I'm dedicated to helping others by providing a safe and therapeutic environment in which you can begin your healing process.
Laura Klockner
Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) that is licensed in New Jersey. I am new to BetterHelp. I have 7 years of experience in helping people meet their goals. We will work together to formulate a treatment plan that works best for you. I have helped many people with: stress management; reduce their anxiety and depression; work on their relationship issues; and improve their motivation, self esteem, and confidence, just to name a few. Everyone is deserving of respect and compassion. Taking the first step to improve your wellness takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Disclosure Statement Laura A. Klockner, M.A. Licensed Professional Counselor Available on BetterHelp LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Licensed Professional Counselor, 37PC00564500 EDUCATION: M.A. Counseling Services: Community track, Rider University, 2012 B.S. in Psychology, minor in Biology, 2007 SPECIALTIES: Anxiety & Depression ****Sexual intimacy between a practitioner and a client is prohibited.**** You can and should address any concern with your therapist. If your therapist does not address your concern reasonably you can choose to change therapists or file a complaint to: New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners P.O. Box 45007 Newark, NJ 07101
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Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Summit that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.
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Mental health therapists in Summit available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Summit therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Summit therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Summit region and in the state of New Jersey.
How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?
Therapists in Summit can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Summit may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.
Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Summit offering online therapy or in person?
Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.
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