Young Adult therapists in Ocean Township, New Jersey NJ
Young Adult
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
Young Adult
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
Young Adult
Katherine Rivera
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
Empowering you to find your inner strength.
9 Years Experience
Young Adult
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
Young Adult
Sarah Ehrich
Counselor/Therapist, LAC
The masks we wear to fit into society get heavy. This is a space to take your mask off, see yourself fully, and sit in your raw presence.
4 Years Experience
Young Adult
Francesca Viola-Hamilton, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
My approach and goals for my clients is rooted in the belief that we all deserve a life worth living. Whether you are secure in your life or are searching for belonging, I believe that all experiences are valid and deserve to be attended to and resolved.
19 Years Experience
Young Adult
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
6 Years Experience
Young Adult
Julie Madan
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
I already believe in your limitless potential. I hope you will find sessions a safe place to land and talk through anything.
3 Years Experience
Young Adult
Tabeer Qazi
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
"It's okay to fall apart from time to time. Tacos fall apart and we love them."
-- Source Unknown
3 Years Experience
Young Adult
Marina Jacoup
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LMSW
Hi! Does navigating through new experiences that emerge in adulthood such as relationships, work or school have you stressed? Let's chat!
3 Years Experience