LGBTQ+ therapists in Union Beach, New Jersey NJ
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Serving LGBTQ+
Michael Maffei
Counselor/Therapist, LSW
I understand that sharing your vulnerabilities and opening up about your story can be difficult, but I believe everyone’s story deserves to be heard. I work best with clients who are ready to face these challenges, even if they’re unsure where to start. My role is to walk alongside you on your healing journey, offering support as we work toward a deeper understanding of your circumstances. Together, we’ll strive for personal growth, helping you create a more meaningful and balanced life.
I offer a safe, empathetic space where you can feel truly heard and supported. Specializing in anxiety, depression, and trauma, I tailor personalized treatment plans that focus on emotional stability and building on the resilience you already possess. Using evidence-based approaches, I ensure our work aligns with your personal values and unique needs. I also have a passion for working with children and teens who are navigating the complexities of parental divorce, helping them process their emotions and find healthy ways to manage change.
It’s a privilege to hear your story and walk with you on this journey. If you’re facing mental health challenges, I empathize with the weight they carry. When you’re ready to take the next step, I invite you to reach out, and together we’ll work toward a life where you’re not just surviving but thriving.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey
Serving LGBTQ+
Institute for Personal Growth
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
We provide expert and compassionate psychotherapy that blends the best of heart and mind. We take pride in keeping current with cutting-edge professional psychotherapy techniques, but we know technical skill cannot work without a non-judgmental, compassionate connection between therapist and client.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey
Serving LGBTQ+
Morgan Avis
Registered Social Worker, LSW
In my therapeutic practice, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ identifying folks with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. I take an intersectional approach with clients to understand client's varying identities and how they interact with one another to create the client's perception of themselves and the world around them. I also like to utilize Systems therapy, where I examine with clients how they are impacted by the various interconnected systems in their lives, including but not limited to family, work, community, and societal structures. Through these means, I support clients in developing coping strategies and challenge their ways of thinking, so that when they leave my practice, they have strong skillsets in place to utilize even after sessions are completed.
1 Years Experience
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Michele L. Shropshire
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I'm Dr. Michele L. Shropshire, founder of MLPsych. Through Trauma Focus-Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Somatic Therapy, I specialize in assisting my clients in processing traumatic events and alleviating them of symptoms that have been a major roadblock in their life. I offer therapy via a telemental health platform that complies with HIPAA regulations. I address clients with trauma, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship issues, and life/career concerns by taking a comprehensive approach.
10 Years Experience
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Richard Mohammed MA, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Empowerment, empathy, compassion, & trust are the cornerstones upon which I build a safe healing space to overcome obstacles. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who uses Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) & Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) to assist clients with life's navigation by making healthier emotional choices & achieving unconditional acceptance. I have completed Level 1 & 2 training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and when working with couples I channel my skills towards building a strong base to increase relationship intimacy through healthy communication, conflict resolution, & making life dreams come true.
For several years I have worked with individuals, couples, groups, and families from diverse backgrounds, propelling all towards their full potential. Ethically, I use only evidence based practices supported by groundbreaking research, providing clients with interventions demonstrated to work best for their unique struggle.
I aim to provide an engaging, educational, and life altering experience in all sessions, increasing mental strength and overall life satisfaction.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey
Serving LGBTQ+
Dr. Mike Abrams
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, ABPP
I limit my practice to a few clients with whom I can offer meaningful help. I do not think it is ethical for a psychologist to agree to work with someone who has a problem outside of their expertise or someone who has barriers that the psychologist suspects they cannot overcome. When I conclude that I can help someone, I collaborate with them while applying the most appropriate methods for their problems. I choose these methods from among the many I have studied or developed. This is sometimes called a Transdiagnostic Integrative technique. Here, a clinical label or diagnosis is less important than the unique collection of symptoms a person is living with. I also make sure that I come to understand the client's point of view, how their adversities, their personal philosophy, and their level of suffering combine to lead to their anxiety, depressed mood, or even anger. When the client agrees, I prefer to use psychological testing to be sure my assessment of the client's situation is supported by the best available science. When I conduct psychotherapy, I know it can only be effective when I view the client as presenting many intricate problems that must be fully understood, so each client's issues are approached as scientific hypotheses that guide therapy, which guide my specific interventions, but is always open to revision as new life history information or psychological data becomes available.
Since I have trained numerous therapists and continue researching and publishing in the field, my clients are assured they receiving the most effective evidence-based interventions. If you do see me, you can be confident that you will be unconditionally accepted in a safe and comfortable therapeutic relationship with every effort being made to help you.
37 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey
Serving LGBTQ+
Brielle Layden
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Hello and welcome! I specialize in working with young women (18-30) struggling with self esteem, anxiety, relationships, and family conflict. I also frequently work with transgender, gender non-conforming and nonbinary, and LGBQ+ identified adult individuals. For relional therapy, I see unmarried couples, polycules, and people practicing ENM. Please reach out to schedule a complimentary initial phone consultation so we can chat about what is bringing you to therapy and how we might be able to work together.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey
Serving LGBTQ+
Avena Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LMHC, LMSW, MHC-LP
Welcome to Avena Psychological Services, where your journey to a more balanced and fulfilling life begins with the compassion and expertise of our team of dedicated therapists. We are committed to providing a supportive and non-judgmental space where our clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, struggles, and experiences with professionals who genuinely care and appreciate the privilege of being part of that journey. With a focus on creating collaborative and empathetic therapeutic relationships, our therapists will work alongside you to develop strategies and insights that empower you to navigate life's challenges. Avena Psychological Services is committed to helping our clients build resilience, gain clarity, and achieve their personal goals. Together, we will uncover your strengths and explore pathways to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
9 Years Experience
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey (Online Only)
Serving LGBTQ+
Laura G. Kogan
Psychologist, Psy.D.
In my role as therapist, I strive to bring curiosity, thoughtfulness, respect, creativity, and an extensive study of approaches that have been shown to be effective, all in the service of helping you to meet your goals.
34 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey
Serving LGBTQ+
Montclair Personal Development Center
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
I am a licensed professional counselor offering individualized services including consultation, skill development, problem solving, and individual therapy. I do substance abuse evaluations with recommendations if requested.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Union Beach, NJ
Online in Union Beach, New Jersey