Find a Therapist in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

I try to help all patients who come to me. Through mostly medication management, I address depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, impulsiveness, anger, mood instability, addiction, nightmares, focus and sleep issues.

I love working with individuals and couples from diverse backgrounds. I have a warm and direct approach, and I work with couples to communicate and hear each other in a safe and productive way. I use IMAGO therapy/Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT), which most couples find very positive and quickly gives hope. With my individual clients, we work to understand your needs and desires and ways to help you find your inner strengths to achieve them. I also bring in some coaching tools when helpful. I respect and highly value the client-therapist relationship.

My style is warm, collaborative, and practical. Many clients come in dealing with anxiety, depression, OCD, procrastination, relationship stress, or feeling stuck with big decisions. Together, we clarify what matters most, build skills you can use this week, and measure what’s working. I help clients move from stress and low mood to clarity, confidence, and stronger relationships. We set clear goals, practice effective skills, and track progress together using TEAM‑CBT (Level 3), CBT, ACT, and mindfulness. Telepsychology available via PSYPACT. I’m licensed in NJ and NY, authorized via PSYPACT for telepsychology, and previously directed the Center for Psychological Services at Rutgers. I also serve on the Allied Health Professional Staff at Morristown Medical Center.

Are you struggling to thrive in the aftermath of a traumatic or abusive experience? Have you experienced the loss of a loved one and are in need of support? Are you using an eating disorder or self-harming behaviors to cope with the difficulties of life? If you are experiencing feelings or symptoms that are interfering with your quality of life, I can work with you to empower you to take back control over your life. My therapeutic treatment approach includes helping you to understand your triggers, finding ways to manage those triggers, and ultimately helping you to feel relief and improve your overall quality of life. I work with adults, children and teens, providing both in-person and virtual psychotherapy. I am assisted by my AKC certified therapy dog, Noel. Noel is an amazing dog who is always willing to lend a paw to someone in need! For more information, please check out my website. It can be scary to start the search for a therapist, but finding the right one for you can be life changing. There is nothing more rewarding than watching my clients grow into themselves and feel empowered and confident in who they are. If you are looking to connect, please reach out or visit my website.

Welcome. I’m glad you’ve taken this step to move forward in your life. We all experience places in our lives where we need support and new skills, in order to move beyond where we are, which often is causing pain in our lives. I bring experience and a strong skillset to our sessions, having worked with my clients around stress, depression, anxiety, relationship bumps, childhood issues, social anxiety, difficulty managing emotions, avoidance of conflict, and feeling stuck. In addition to traditional therapy skills, I integrate breathing skills, relaxation skills, and the practice of mindfulness into our sessions. Often, your ability to slow things down in a stressful situation in order to stay totally present on what is happening, allows you the opportunity to make changes in your life. I realize that the relationship I create with my clients really impacts their path forward. It’s important to feel comfortable, heard, and not judged, in order to openly explore your thoughts and feelings, and begin to take some risks by thinking and behaving differently. A good fit is important, so I offer a thirty-minute complimentary phone consultation. It gives us the opportunity to talk more about your focus, you can experience my style, and I can share ideas of how I could work with you. Everyone is at a different place when they take this first step. I find that I work well with clients who want to move beyond venting and are ready to create real change in their life. I bring experience, a belief in your ability to make positive change in your life, and a willingness to accompany you on the journey.

If you are seeking a compassionate, highly trained psychotherapist, you have found the right person. I enjoy a full-time private practice and offer convenient daytime and evening appointments, designed to meet your needs. Through mutually defined goals and a trusting therapeutic relationship, I will help you relieve your suffering. I have successfully helped clients heal from anxiety issues, panic attacks, phobias, intense grief, behavioral challenges, dysfunctional relationships, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), addictions, depression, and eating issues. I have 28 years of clinical experience and was the director of a licensed outpatient clinic for 10 years. I use a variety of clinical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, self-psychology, mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and psychoanalytic therapy based on your specific and individual needs.

Looking for a therapist can feel daunting and overwhelming, especially when you're feeling stuck, desperate, or confused. I'm happy you've landed on my profile. Allow me to be a partner in your healing journey. Together we'll explore what brings you into therapy. We'll examine your current and past relationships and how those have influenced your beliefs about yourself. We'll build a new relationship together based in safety and trust. Throughout our work, I will share with you not only my observations, but my feelings and experiences of what you're saying. We'll identify and process your emotions in real time, and we'll connect to your physical body to understand how those emotions are showing up for you physically. Throughout this process, you will learn. to be kinder and more compassionate to yourself, experience that care and compassion from me, and above all, address the feelings that led you to therapy in the first place.

I work with individuals and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected, often dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship stress. Many are used to handling things on their own but reach a point where they want clarity and change. Together, we identify patterns, improve communication, and build practical tools to help you feel more in control and move forward with confidence. I combine cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with a person-centered approach to help you understand your thoughts, manage emotions, and create real-life change. Sessions are supportive, practical, and focused on giving you tools you can actually use outside of therapy. Starting therapy can feel uncomfortable, but you don’t have to figure everything out alone. If you’re ready to feel more grounded, understood, and in control, this can be a good place to start.

My name is Stephanie and I'm the proud owner of Live, Love, Loud Mental Health Counseling PLLC. We work with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families, and groups struggling with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. We help by allowing you to tell your story, tap into your individual strengths to facilitate healing, achieve greater emotional intelligence, develop healthier communication styles, and overcome your life challenges. Within a strength-based, client-centered environment, we utilize an eclectic approach using elements of solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and positive psychology.

If you have a loved one struggling with addiction or mental health issues, please call. I work for BlueCrest Health Group, where we help adults facing substance use challenges, anxiety, depression, posttraumatic stress (PTSD), and other behavioral health concerns. Our team provides compassionate, evidence-based care in a structured, supportive environment. We understand how overwhelming this process can feel, and we are here to guide individuals and families every step of the way toward lasting recovery and stability. We specialize in helping adults who are struggling with substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Our team provides structured, clinically sound treatment, personalized care plans, and family support to help individuals stabilize, build coping skills, and achieve lasting recovery. We know how overwhelming and emotional it can be to watch someone you care about struggle. You are not alone, and there is hope. Our team is here to listen, support, and help you find a clear path forward. When you're ready, we are here to help you take the next step toward recovery.

I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor who works with a variety of clients including adults, families, couples, children and adolescents. I believe in the power of a genuine therapeutic relationship, and a holistic approach in creating entire awareness, healing, growth, peace, purpose and self acceptance. I equip people to empower themselves using mindfulness, solution focused therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy. My years of experience and collaborative approach to therapy offers individuals seeking healing, peace, and purpose an opportunity to make positive change happen.

I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely understood, supported, and comfortable being yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I strive to create a space where you can talk openly without fear of judgment, while also learning meaningful tools to help you feel better in your daily life. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based strategies, and strengths-based approaches to help clients better understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and behaviors. Together, we work to identify patterns that may be contributing to anxiety, stress, depression, self-doubt, or feeling emotionally “stuck,” while building healthier coping strategies and greater self-awareness. I also recognize that life experiences, relationships, family dynamics, health concerns, and chronic stress can deeply affect emotional well-being. Therapy is not about “fixing” you. It is about helping you better understand yourself, develop resilience, and move toward a life that feels more manageable, balanced, and authentic. I value creating a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, empathy, and collaboration. My goal is to help you feel empowered, emotionally supported, and better equipped to navigate challenges both inside and outside of therapy.