We aim to provide a warm and affirming space that focuses on individuals’ innate strengths and promotes self-acceptance. Through a collaborative and interactive approach, we support our clients by exploring their emotional health and engaging in the change process, to reach their fullest potential....
“There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t.” -John Green The way we think truly affects how we function in our day to day lives. When we get so stuck in our thoughts, we can forget how far we have come to get to where we are today. We may lose sight of our strengths, our willpower, our motivation to strive for the life we deserve and are worthy to have. As your therapist, it is my goal to help restore that hope in your life. Deciding that you may need a little extra help is a...
You may be looking to address a specific challenging situation, are experiencing pandemic related mental health issues, or are even courageously looking to work on long standing issues that are impeding your ability to live up to your optimal self. I can partner with you towards your goals of healing, growth, and well-being, allowing you to thrive in your life. Using a personalized and scientifically proven approach to your issues, we can navigate treatment together through obstacles towards you...
I have been in the field for over 10 years and have worked in a wide range of mental health settings. Currently, I am working towards my ADHD-CCSP in order to better serve the ""lost generation"" of adult women with late diagnosis ADHD. My wide range of experience and areas of expertise serve my clients well. Clients often comment on my warmth, openness, understanding, and ability to make clients feel at ease. I believe everyone is an expert in their own experience and aligns with the notion tha...
Welcome all! I have been working in the mental health field for several years and one of the most important factors in whether therapy succeeds or fails is the goal of each party in session. As a therapist, my goal is to understand where you are going and where you have been. Together we can create a roadmap to success — that looks different for each person. I am here to focus on the needs of each client and help people feel heard so that each individual can focus on the best version of themselv...
Integrative Psychological Professional Service, PLLC is an online therapy practice dedicated to creating a safe space for the mental health and wellness of professional minorities, particularly persons of color. Integrative Psychological Professional Service, PLLC aims to reduce the stigma around therapy and mental wellness, promote prevention and self-care among professional minorities of color. We also seek to increase the utilization of supportive services within communities of color, whil...
I'm Jessica Rodriguez, a bilingual Puerto Rican Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and mom of two based in New Jersey. My specialty is helping individuals prioritize their healing, wellness, and self-care without guilt. Life can be full of stressors that can leave you feeling anxious, irritable, depressed, overwhelmed, sad, and/or stressed. I understand how difficult it can be to navigate through those difficulties, and I'm here to help. Using evidenced-based counseling modalities and int...
My therapy style tends to be compassionate and relational. I understand how much courage it takes to dedicate time to working towards a better life while being vulnerable to change. Therefore, I start with a strengths-based approach and encourage acceptance and awareness on the client's journey to wellness. I believe our minds have the capability and desire for healing; the therapeutic relationship is key to open the door for growth to begin. Over time, the client becomes more in tune with thems...
WE ARE FIERCE. AND WE CAN EXPERIENCE JOY. You should never have to justify your identity to a healthcare provider. I provide culturally competent, compassionate, and affirming psychotherapy where we can safely ask questions to help you make your own conscious decisions about your life. As a therapist with nearly 20 years experience, our sessions are nonjudgmental and client-centered. If you are so minded, we can simultaneously investigate issues of existential meaning. Our goal together i...
My approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is to help individuals challenge faulty and irrational cognitions that have been triggering maladaptive behaviors within themselves and finally put an end to negative thoughts. I like to focus on modifying existing behavior patterns, including assisting clients to reduce negative interactions among family members or friends and increasing positive communication and problem-solving abilities. My focus is to help clients identify their dysfunctio...
My clinical experience has been gained from working with an extremely diverse population of people in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Depending upon what will be most helpful for you on a individual basis, my approach draws upon the principles of Person-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as several other therapeutic methods. I believe that the most important aspect of counseling is a positive therapeutic relationship based upon trust, safety, empathy and understand...
While many of my patients seek support for the effects of heightened stress, I have particular expertise as a licensed addiction counselor, and I have spent many years working with family members too. My patients are curious to explore the broad dimensions of their lives, and uncover, and change destructive patterns. Never a day goes by that I fail to appreciate the privilege I’ve been given to share in this process of change. While the challenges of addictive families are indeed unique, the ove...
At Avena Psychological Services, we work with individuals and couples seeking support and guidance as they work toward personal goals and lasting change. We understand that the decision to seek therapy can take a great deal of courage and commitment, and it is our distinct pleasure to be considered as part of your journey toward personal growth. We are committed to providing therapy of the highest quality, and are dedicated to helping you navigate the process every step of the way. We believe th...
The Rust Wellness approach to therapy is tailoring each session to fit the needs of the client and consistently reevaluating to meet their evolving issues and concerns. We know how difficult it is to open up about mental health topics, especially with a stranger, so we strive to establish a warm and inviting atmosphere that encourages our clients to share their vulnerabilities. Trust is incredibly important in a therapist-client relationship, so we aim to create an environment that will facilita...
I am a strength-based psychotherapist with 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and trauma. I believe that we all have the power to reach our goals and full potential but sometimes our emotional health gets in the way. I can help you learn how to manage your emotions, cope with daily stressors, work through self-doubt, trauma, and more. My goal is to create a calm, open, and non-judgmental space where individuals can grow and share. ...
The client-therapist rapport is the essential foundation of counseling. My therapeutic style is authentic and genuine. I am present and in the moment with my clients and value my role as an objective witness to their stories. I utilize evidenced-based approaches that have developed with over 20 years of professional experience. I am interactive with clients, but also know when clients simply need to be heard. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and one that requires the ability t...
-Are you struggling with the transition to a more independent phase of life? -Are you overwhelmed by the transition to college and balancing everything on your own for the first time? -Do you feel like everyone else but you has somehow figured out “adulting”? -Are you getting into conflicts with your parents, feeling like they still view you as a child? Many young adults feel alone in these experiences, with the idea that everyone else seems to “have it all together.” Transitions such a...
Times of transition are exciting and challenging. Starting something new, moving through inflection points in your education and career, preparing for completion and uncertainty while you figure out what's next, are all important processes everyone hopes will go smoothly - but sometimes they can feel rocky. Even good changes or subtle shifts can feel unsettling, especially for highly sensitive people. If social, academic or emotional / mental health issues are stressing you and making it har...
As a therapist, my passion lies in working with individuals who are committed to enhancing their emotional well-being and self-awareness. I believe that a vital aspect of personal growth is embracing and acknowledging our emotions in the present moment while also embracing the accumulation of our life experiences from the past. Together, we will explore your inner state, help you gain insight, foster self-acceptance, and empower you to chart a purposeful and fulfilling direction for your future....
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in the treatment of anxiety and depression. My commitment is to help provide you the best possible treatment through collaboration and by developing an individualized plan to help meet your unique needs. I am also trained in Brainspotting, a unique treatment that allows us to bypass the “thinking” part of the brain and tap into the “emotional” part of the brain which stores unprocessed trauma and negative experiences that can attribute to an...