Person-Centered therapists in Ocean Township, New Jersey NJ
Person-Centered
Megan Shurtleff
Counselor/Therapist, LSW
My clinical experience includes working with individuals and groups experiencing anxiety (generalized,
OCD, PTSD), depression, bipolar disorder, substance use disorder, attachment-related issues,
adjustment issues, and grief. I have worked with various populations across different settings including
working with adolescents in a community program, dual diagnosis clinical setting, and in crisis
intervention in a hospital setting.
Using a strengths-based and client-centered approach to therapy, I work collaboratively with clients to
address their current difficulties by identifying root causes and individualized goals for change. My goal
is to empower individuals to create a pathway to achieving these goals by developing and
implementing strategies and coping skills that can best help them achieve lasting and meaningful
changes on their terms.
I am a licensed LSW in NJ, working toward LCSW licensure. I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in both
Psychology and Anthropology, and my Masters of Social Work from Binghamton University. I utilize an
eclectic approach to therapy, allowing therapeutic experience to be adapted to best suit each
individual’s needs and circumstances. I provide a warm, open, and nonjudgmental space to work
through the change process. Modalities I use include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational
Interviewing, and Person-Centered Therapy.
4 Years Experience
Person-Centered
Dr. Dana Spada
Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Voted "Best Therapist," Dr. Dana Spada PhD, LCSW Psychotherapy offers therapy services in a beautiful Colts Neck location to adults, teens, children, individuals, couples and families. Her practice philosophy is holistic and evidence based. Her work is always informed and driven by her clients. Dr. Spada creates an emotionally safe space for her clients to dive into their experience, process and make connections that can transform and heal their lives. She supports her clients in bringing their unconscious mind into consciousness. This can ultimately be life changing and completely transformational. This doctor is passionate about the work she does and feels it is an absolute gift to be a part of her clients colorful therapeutic journeys. After a session with Dr. Spada you may experience a sense of feel calm and clarity.
Dr. Spada treats clients that are just looking for personal growth as well those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, addiction, eating disorders, marriage discord, relationship issues, suicide ideation, postpartum, grief, LGBT issues and more.
9 Years Experience
Person-Centered
Susan Estomin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW
There are times in our lives when we all need help recognizing and understanding what life is trying to tell us, when we are faced with challenges, crises and conflicts that create stress and anxiety, and even sometimes make us feel like we are losing our minds.
22 Years Experience
Person-Centered
Nicole Jennings-Girau
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CFTP, CCFP, CSGS, CMHIMP, CCTP, Trained End of Life Doula, Certified Spiritual Life Coach and Soulcollage Facilitator®
Nicole is a wife, stepmother to 4, and has been ever engaged in the field of healing throughout the past 11 years. She is well versed in helping others tap into the root causes of their pain and helping them move from a place of surviving to thriving. After witnessing her own father’s recovery from a brain stem stroke, she found herself at a professional crossroad. She has always been aware that healing is a tripod- the medical model seeks to heal the body, therapy seeks to heal the mind, but often times the spiritual aspect of healing remains unaddressed. It is this aspect that led Nicole to dive more deeply into integrative wellness and immerse herself into true healing.
9 Years Experience
Person-Centered
MaryBeth McDonald
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCMHC, LCADC, ACS
As a seasoned practitioner, I have always believed that enabling individuals to explore their uniqueness, come to an understanding and acceptance of their individuality is the key to making positive changes in their lives.
34 Years Experience
Person-Centered
Mackie & Pammie LLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Mackie & Pammie LLC therapist offer person centered and strengths based therapy that creates an open and safe space where people can feel safe exploring their thoughts and feelings without judgement. We tailor our techniques to each persons unique individual needs. We have over 20 years of clinal experience and our teamwork approach allows us to think outside of the box and offer the most current and best therapeutic interventions for greater individual success.
23 Years Experience
Person-Centered
Minimah Rush
Therapist, LSW
I love to work with couples in conflict, frustrated parents, teens who are struggling in school or struggling with their family, and women navigating depression, grief, anxiety, trauma or intimate relationships. I will be in your corner and I will work to gain your trust. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and strength-based approaches with a culturally sensitive lens to navigate things like family conflict and healing from abuse or neglect. I also use Gottman Method couples counseling to help couples increase their communication and emotional connection. You can book online with me at our website or call our office to set up a free consultation call with me. Reach out anytime!
10 Years Experience
Person-Centered
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
Person-Centered
The Safe Space
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Certified Clinical Supervision.
I help change the world by creating more agents of love. Trauma and loss interfere with our ability to love. By healing trauma, we are free to give and receive love. At The Safe Space, we help each other understand our pasts to identify and change patterns of behavior no longer serving us. Our goal will be to make reflection a cherished hobby.
4 Years Experience
Person-Centered
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