My approach in therapy is collaborative, supportive, and goal oriented.

I am a warm, straightforward therapist focused on providing effective treatment. I work to connect genuinely with each of my patients because I believe the first component of effective treatment is the formation of a trusting, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship. With this relationship as the foundation, we can then collaboratively determine your goals and take measurable steps toward achieving the change you want in your life.

Are you feeling unmotivated, moody, or have run into some sort of life obstacle? Are you too shy or socially isolated? Do you worry too much about tomorrow or the future? My goal is to help you unblock obstacles and help you reach your goals at your own pace. We will work together to improve your quality of life. I currently treat adolescents, children, adults, families, as well as couples. I am a Bilingual Mental Health Counselor and Psychotherapist. I've been working in the area of human services for over twenty years. I help people of all ages strengthen their executive skills in efforts to decrease and even eliminate weaknesses responsible for instability. I am an open-minded therapist whose fundamental goal is to improve your quality of life. Feel free to contact me with any questions and I will promptly reach out to speak to you.

Hello, I’m Courtney Minarsky, a licensed clinical social worker offering telehealth therapy to residents of New Jersey and New York. My approach to therapy is collaborative, practical, and encouraging. I use a strength-based perspective to help people understand their needs, accept their genuine selves, and heal pain from the past so that they can begin to finally feel calmer and happier. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and find healing and growth through a supportive, compassionate, and non-judgmental therapeutic relationship. I have experience working with clients facing a range of issues, including anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem struggles, and parenting challenges. My goal is to create a safe space where you can feel heard and understood while offering practical tools and insights that can support you in overcoming difficulties and making lasting positive changes. Together, we’ll collaborate to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a way that brings clarity and healing. Whether you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, relationship difficulties, or looking to achieve personal growth, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

My belief is that with support and opportunities for self-expression all of us can grow into happier, healthier, more balanced and connected individuals. I integrate mindfulness, meditation, and art-making with verbal therapy to provide clients with opportunities for increased self-awareness and self-compassion. My approach is holistic; believing that mind-body-spirit and past-present-future are inextricably linked. Therapy is a journey we embark on together with an attitude of compassion and curiosity.

I believe effective mental health care begins with listening carefully and understanding the whole person, not simply identifying symptoms. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based. I take time to understand each patient’s experiences, concerns, cultural background, personal values, and treatment goals so we can develop a plan that feels both clinically appropriate and personally meaningful. I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity (ADHD), bipolar challenges, psychosis, trauma, mood-related challenges, and substance use. Depending on each patient’s needs, treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication management, supportive therapy, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, and practical coping skills. I strive to create a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel comfortable discussing difficult experiences. When spirituality is important to a patient, I welcome incorporating it into treatment. My goal is to help each person better understand what they’re experiencing, strengthen their ability to manage challenges, and make meaningful progress toward greater stability and well-being.

I approach therapy through a collaborative and relational lens, working with clients to understand their challenges within the broader context of their relationships and lived experiences. Drawing from collaborative therapy and systemic sex therapy, I partner with clients to explore how family dynamics, early life experiences, and past traumas shape present-day concerns, particularly in intimacy, authenticity, and communication. Together, we uncover unconscious patterns that influence choices and relational dynamics, fostering deeper connection and self-awareness. I support individuals and partners in navigating intense symptoms of anxiety and depression, and guide them through significant life transitions—such as career shifts, divorce, or entering college—with compassion, curiosity, and a commitment to shared meaning-making.

Adult and Adolescent Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and have been treating mental health conditions since 2023. I earned my PMHNP degree at National University in San Diego, California, and I serve people in San Diego, CA. I’m comfortable treating a range of psychiatric concerns across the lifespan. My passion is supporting people with personality-related challenges, anxiety, and depression. I believe it takes compassionate listening to find the right treatment, and each person’s journey is unique. I use a person-centered psychiatric approach so you feel heard and understood.

I work with people navigating anxiety, trauma, identity, and the weight that builds up when life gets genuinely hard. That includes LGBTQ+ youth and adults, adolescents with disabilities, couples, people of color, and clients who have felt like the system was not built with them in mind. My approach is integrative and strengths-based, with CBT and trauma-informed care at the core, and I show up with genuine empathy and honest directness. I offer clients a safe space to share their most vulnerable moments, free of judgment, to hone their skills, and to be unapologetically themselves while making progress toward their goals. I can't wait to see how far you come! Reach out when you are ready.

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.

Everyone struggles with a variety of issues throughout their lives and I am dedicated to your healthy growth and development. I utilize play therapy for children and a cognitive behavioral approach for adolescents and adults. I have a passion for helping couples to reconnect and become friends again. Discover the tools to improve and transform your everyday life. I believe there is hope in all circumstances and we are all a work in progress.

Many of my clients are executives, physicians, attorneys, entrepreneurs, military members, veterans, first responders, and other driven professionals who appear successful outwardly but feel overwhelmed, burned out, anxious, or “off.” As a board-certified clinical psychologist, I provide focused, evidence-based therapy tailored to high achievers. Together we clarify what’s driving stress, build practical tools for resilience and emotional regulation, and create measurable progress toward your goals. I also provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessment, including ADHD and cognitive evaluations, leadership and executive assessment, psychovocational evaluation, and FAA aeromedical (Tier 2) evaluations. The goal is not to dull your edge — it’s to sharpen it sustainably. If you’re ready for structured, high-level psychological care designed for people who operate under pressure, reach out to schedule a consultation.