Social Isolation therapists in Toms River, NJ
Browse Social Isolation therapists in Toms River, New Jersey. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Isolation
Guy J Iacono
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Loneliness and social isolation are more common than most people admit, and for men they can be particularly difficult to acknowledge. There is rarely a dramatic moment where connection disappears. More often it happens gradually: friendships fade after a move or a life transition, a relationship ends and takes a social world with it, work and family demands crowd everything else out, or the effort of maintaining relationships starts to feel like more than you have to give.
Over time, isolation tends to compound. The longer it goes on, the harder it becomes to re-engage, and the more the disconnection starts to affect mood, motivation, and overall functioning. What began as circumstance can start to feel like identity.
Social isolation is also frequently connected to other things: depression, anxiety, shame, low self-esteem, or a history of relationships that felt unsafe or disappointing. Sometimes the withdrawal is protective. Sometimes it is habitual. Either way, understanding what is sustaining it matters as much as addressing the isolation itself.
In our work together, we look honestly at what has contributed to where you are, what has made connection feel difficult or not worth the effort, and what it would actually take to build a life that feels less alone. We work on the internal barriers as much as the practical ones, developing the confidence, skills, and clarity needed to re-engage on your own terms.
My approach is direct and nonjudgmental. I work with men who are ready to be honest about where they are and willing to do something about it.
If you have been feeling disconnected and are ready to address it, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Toms River, NJ
Online in Toms River, NJ
Social Isolation
Dr. Dana Spada
Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Spada can help you work through socially isolating. She can help you process your experience, emotions, and give you the tools to work through it.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Toms River, NJ
Online in Toms River, NJ
Social Isolation
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
Psychologist
Social isolation can affect emotional well-being, self-esteem, and overall quality of life. I work with adults who feel lonely, disconnected, or unsure how to re-engage with others. Whether you have experienced recent life changes, anxiety, loss, or long-standing patterns of withdrawal, therapy can provide a supportive space to explore your experience and move toward more meaningful connection. I use evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychoeducation, and mindfulness-informed strategies to help clients reconnect with others and with themselves. If you are feeling isolated or stuck, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
11 Years Experience
Online in Toms River, NJ (Online Only)
Social Isolation
Christina Song
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT-S
I work with individuals experiencing social isolation from a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective. Feeling disconnected can arise from life transitions, mental health challenges, systemic barriers, or past relational trauma, and it often affects both emotional and physical well-being. In therapy, we explore the factors contributing to isolation, the impact on your sense of self, and the patterns that may keep you disconnected.
Our work focuses on building meaningful connection, fostering self-compassion, and developing strategies to navigate social environments in ways that feel safe and authentic. Therapy becomes a space to reconnect with yourself and others, strengthen relational skills, and cultivate sustainable ways of belonging that honor your needs, boundaries, and values.
10 Years Experience
Online in Toms River, NJ
Social Isolation
Tara Murphy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Isolation may feel protective but often deepens loneliness and shame. I use IFS, attachment work, and integrative approaches to help clients explore the parts that fear connection and slowly build safety in relationships. Somatic and mindfulness practices support regulation in social settings. My diagnostic expertise clarifies overlap with depression, trauma, or personality disorders, and I work with prescribers when needed.
29 Years Experience
Online in Toms River, NJ (Online Only)
Social Isolation therapists in Toms River, NJ Statistics
Social Isolation therapists in Toms River, NJ average 15 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
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 Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 82% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Men |
| 34% | Military / Veterans |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |