Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Newark, New Jersey NJ
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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.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Newark, NJ
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey
Peace and Balance Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Will I ever feel like myself again? It can feel as though a part of you has vanished, leaving behind an emptiness nothing seems to ease. Life feels muted; colors less vivid, joy just out of reach. Some days, you hardly recognize the person you’ve become. You want to move forward, yet every step feels heavy and uncertain. When you think about the future, it often appears distant and dark, leaving you wondering how life reached this point.
Therapy with me offers a safe, supportive space to untangle the layers of your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. I provide a compassionate environment where you can openly explore anxiety, depression, and the challenges weighing on you. Even if you feel trapped by your current circumstances, it is possible to find clarity, direction, and a sense of freedom through working with a professional.
Will happiness return? Yes. Counseling can help you reconnect with who you want to be and how you want to feel. This is your opportunity to make a change and step away from the life that has been holding you down. Take the step you’ve been postponing and reconnect with your confident, joyful self. I’m here to help when you’re ready. Reach out today to begin.
10 Years Experience
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
Deborah Ejiofor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
I am Deborah Ejiofor a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC). My work experience includes private practice, schools, hospitals, prisons and assisted living facilities for the elderly. As your therapist, I prioritize creating a therapeutic atmosphere that promotes growth and positive change. I look forward to working with you to address your challenges and realize your goals.
14 Years Experience
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
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.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newark, NJ
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey
Whisper. Hope. & Wellness. LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I am a specialized trauma therapist dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of complex trauma (C-PTSD). Specifically, my expertise lies in supporting those healing from relational and spiritual trauma. Furthermore, I understand how deeply these experiences can impact your sense of self and your connection to others. Consequently, I utilize evidence-based tools, such as EMDR therapy, to help you process the past and build a future rooted in safety and peace. Whether you are in Texas or New Jersey, I am here to provide a culturally sensitive sanctuary for your healing journey
7 Years Experience
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
Inspired Hope
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Hello All! Thank you for visiting my profile
“People can cry much easier than they can change.” -James Baldwin.
Change can be hard, brutal, and ugly, especially when trying to go it alone. Change is something that is easier said than done. We all get to various points in our lives when we must make that change in order to evolve from the feelings and/or situations that we need to transition from.
My goal is to support you while navigating those changes in your life in a safe and nurturing therapeutic relationship where you can gain the skills needed to reach your mental wellness goals. I believe that YOU are the expert in your life. I am simply here to offer insight and to help guide you to the answers that reside within.
I am an educator, a therapist, and a certified Parent Coach with a specialization in children and families. I have over 20 years of experience working in a variety of settings with a diverse mix of needs which include, speaking fluent teen lol (adolescent therapy), parenting skills, helping separated couples co-parent, family systems, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, and defiant behaviors.
We all have challenges that we need to get through. My approach is compassionate, non-judgmental, open, and honest. I believe that the best work is done in a trusting and nurturing relationship. I want to support your ability to grow, find your voice, and build confidence so that you are equipped to face your challenges with the tools needed for success.
Contact me for a complimentary consultation to discuss your goals and how we can work on achieving them together.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newark, NJ
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey
Jenna Sackman - Online/Virtual Therapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LPC
I specialize in working with individuals (children, teens and adults) and couples, and I am incredibly passionate about the work I do and the people with whom I have the honor to work. My areas of expertise are anxiety / stress, relationship challenges, conflict resolution, intrusive negative thoughts and patterns, loss/grief and depression.
Most clients and couples choose to work with me because they are looking for nontraditional therapy that provides them with concrete skills to improve their everyday lives and/or address specific concerns. Holistic and integrative in my approach, I believe that there is no "one size fits all" in therapy. Therefore, I uniquely tailor therapy sessions to meet each client's needs and goals. With extensive experience and training in results oriented and solutions focused cognitive therapies, positive psychology, mindfulness, Buddhist Psychology, Gottman Method for Couples, meditation, and yoga, I offer creative approaches that result in meaningful change and growth.
Above all, I am committed to creating therapeutic relationships that are built on trust, respect, transparency, empathy, honesty, and equality, and I always counsel from a nonjudgmental place of understanding and compassion.
I am happy to offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to see how I can best support you! Why wait tomorrow when you can start today? Please reach out to schedule your free consultation on my calendar: https://calendly.com/jenna-sackman/phone-consultation
8 Years Experience
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
Madeline Salerno
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone. Madeline Salerno provides a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore difficult emotions, strengthen coping skills, and build a deeper understanding of themselves. She works collaboratively with clients struggling with anxiety, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions, helping them move toward meaningful and lasting change.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newark, NJ
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey
Ylenia Martinez
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
I am a trauma‑informed therapist with advanced training in sexology who helps adults heal how trauma, culture, and identity shape their relationships, bodies, and sex lives. I work especially well with clients who “hold it all together” for everyone else while feeling anxious, shut down, or disconnected inside. In our work, we make room for the parts of you that have had to stay small or silent around desire, boundaries, faith, family, or reproductive experiences so you can move from survival mode toward more safety, choice, and aliveness in your own life.
6 Years Experience
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
Dr. Israel Martinez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CST, PhD
I provide therapy for gay men and hold licenses in New Jersey, New York, and Utah. Many gay men worry that a therapist might not fully understand their experiences or that they’ll have to hide parts of themselves in session. I once shared those same concerns, and they’re what inspired me to become a therapist who offers affirming, authentic care. Together, we’ll create a supportive, judgment-free space where you can find clarity, growth, and the confidence to live more fully.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, trained at Columbia University, with additional certification as a sex therapist through AASECT and advanced relationship training from The Couples Institute. Over the past two decades, I’ve supported gay men in a variety of settings—including the NYC LGBT Community Center and Gay Men’s Health Crisis (GMHC).
20 Years Experience
Online in Newark, NJ New Jersey (Online Only)
Newark is one of the most economically and culturally complex cities in the northeastern United States — a majority Black and Latino city with deep roots in jazz, civil rights history, and a long experience of disinvestment — and its therapy community frequently addresses the intersection of systemic inequity, racial trauma, and the psychological effects of urban poverty. The city has a significant Portuguese and Brazilian community alongside long-established African American and Puerto Rican populations, and multilingual and culturally affirming therapists serve critical access roles in a city where language and cultural barriers remain significant. Rutgers New Jersey Medical School provides institutional training and resources, while University Hospital Newark anchors the city's clinical mental health infrastructure. Newark's proximity to New York City means some residents also access therapy across the Hudson, while a growing independent therapy community has developed within the city itself.
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Newark, New Jersey Statistics
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) therapists in Newark, New Jersey average 17 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (86%), Depression (78%), and Stress (60%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 86% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Depression |
| 60% | Stress |
| 58% | Self Esteem |
| 56% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 53% | Loss or Grief |
| 45% | Social Anxiety |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 62% | Senior |
| 56% | Teen |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 40% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 29% | Black / African American |