Thinking Disorders therapists in Paterson, NJ
Browse Thinking Disorders therapists in Paterson, New Jersey. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Madeline Salerno
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Madeline works with clients experiencing disorganized thinking patterns, intrusive thoughts, or cognitive challenges by providing structure, support, and coping tools.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Paterson, NJ
Online in Paterson, NJ
Peace and Balance Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Thought disorders can affect how you perceive reality, organize your thoughts, and communicate with others, often creating distress and confusion. I work with individuals to better understand their experiences, improve insight, and develop strategies that support stability and daily functioning. Therapy provides a structured, supportive space to strengthen coping skills, enhance clarity, and improve overall quality of life.
10 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ (Online Only)
Brave Young Minds
Psychologist
Brave Young Minds therapists are trained to support you with any obsessional thinking, thought spirals, or thinking errors getting in the way! Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is helpful in changing thinking and behavior so that those thoughts don't have as much power over your emotions.
8 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ
Dr. Dana Spada
Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Spada can help you navigate your thinking disorder. She can help you understand the root cause and provide you with the tools to overcome it.
11 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ
Dr. Trey Cole
Psychologist, Psy.D., ABPP, DAAETS
I support clients experiencing cognitive or thought-related challenges by helping them understand patterns of thinking and behavior. Together, we develop strategies to improve functioning, decision-making, and emotional regulation. My approach emphasizes insight, coping skills, and practical tools to help clients navigate daily life with greater confidence.
19 Years Experience
Online in Paterson, NJ
Paterson is one of New Jersey's largest and most ethnically diverse cities, a former industrial hub whose silk-milling heritage has given way to a dense and vibrant immigrant community spanning Dominican, Puerto Rican, Colombian, Bangladeshi, and Middle Eastern populations, with mental health needs that are correspondingly multilingual and cross-cultural. The city has a high poverty rate and limited private therapy infrastructure, and the demand for multilingual, culturally competent care—particularly in Spanish and Arabic—significantly outpaces the available supply. St. Joseph's University Medical Center in Paterson provides behavioral health services, and community organizations supplement what is a largely under-resourced formal mental health system. Common therapy concerns include immigration and refugee trauma, family stress, anxiety, depression, and the challenges of maintaining cultural identity and community cohesion across generations in a rapidly changing urban landscape.
Thinking Disorders therapists in Paterson, NJ Statistics
Thinking Disorders therapists in Paterson, NJ average 14 years of experience and charge around $241 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Behavioral Therapy (53%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (47%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$241
Accept insurance
26%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 68% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 47% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 84% | Young Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 74% | Men |
| 74% | Women |
| 63% | LGBTQ+ |
| 53% | Christian |
| 53% | Persons with Disabilities |