Camille Mercado, Licensed Professional Counselor

Camille Mercado, Licensed Professional Counselor

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Professions: Marriage & Family Therapist, Psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor
License Status: I'm a licensed professional.
Primary Credential: Licensed Professional Counselor
Telephone: 862-278-9548

Billing and Insurance:

I am an in-network provider for:

  • Aetna
  • Behavioral Health Systems
  • BHS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Employer Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Humana Military
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Optum Health
  • Optum/United Health Care
  • OSCAR
  • Oscar Health Insurance Co.
  • Oxford (UnitedHealthcare)
  • United Health Care
Session Fees: Fees: Individual session cost: $200 per session Couples session cost: $250 per session Sliding scale: I offer sliding scale pricing
Sliding Scale Available
Free Initial Consultation
Weekend Availability
Evening Availability

Therapy in:

136 Kingsland Road

Unit 1034

Clifton, New Jersey, 07013

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What's My Approach to Therapy?

If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of where to turn, you're not alone. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to help you navigate those feelings with support, understanding, and care. I believe in meeting you where you are, listening deeply, and creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. My goal is to help you gain insight, build resilience, and develop the tools you need to move forward with confidence. Together, we’ll work through challenges at your pace, using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques. I’m here to support your journey and help you find the clarity and peace you're looking for. Let’s take the next step together—your healing begins here.

My Practice & Services

At Sound Advice Counseling and Psychotherapy, we are committed to providing compassionate, trauma-informed care through telehealth services for individuals, couples, and families. Our team of experienced clinicians specializes in a range of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship dynamics, and life transitions. We create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their challenges and build resilience. In addition to individual and couples therapy, we offer group therapy sessions, focusing on topics like stress management, mindfulness, and healing from trauma. We also host workshops and retreats designed to foster personal growth, self-care, and emotional well-being. Our goal is to provide holistic support to help you not only overcome challenges but thrive in all aspects of your life. Our practice operates with flexibility and convenience, offering telehealth services that make therapy accessible from the comfort of your own home. Whether you’re seeking one-on-one support or looking to engage in a community setting, Sound Advice Counseling and Psychotherapy is here to help guide you through your journey.

How My Own Struggles Made Me a Better Therapist

As a breast cancer survivor, I?ve faced challenges that have deeply shaped who I am as both a person and a therapist. Navigating the physical, emotional, and psychological hurdles of cancer has given me a unique perspective on resilience, healing, and the importance of support during difficult times. It has allowed me to empathize with my clients on a deeper level, understanding firsthand the complexities of facing a life-altering experience. The strength it takes to confront a diagnosis, manage fear, and rebuild life afterward has made me more attuned to the emotional needs of those I work with. It?s taught me that healing is not linear and that it?s okay to feel vulnerable, uncertain, or overwhelmed. These experiences have strengthened my ability to hold space for clients, validate their emotions, and guide them with compassion and understanding through their own journeys of recovery and personal growth. My struggles with breast cancer have made me a better therapist by enhancing my empathy, deepening my connection with clients, and reaffirming my belief in the power of resilience. I understand that healing involves both patience and courage, and I bring this perspective to my practice every day, helping my clients face their challenges with hope and confidence.

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Client Age Groups I Work With

  • Children
  • Teens
  • Adults
  • Elders

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Groups I Work With

  • At Sound Advice Counseling and Psychotherapy, we work with a diverse range of populations, including: Adults: Individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship struggles, and self-esteem challenges. Adolescents and Teens: Helping young people navigate emotional and behavioral challenges, academic stress, peer pressure, and identity development. Couples: Offering relationship therapy to strengthen communication, resolve conflicts, and address issues such as infidelity, trust, and intimacy. Families: Supporting family members through conflicts, communication difficulties, parenting challenges, and improving overall family dynamics. LGBTQ+ Community: Providing affirming care for individuals navigating gender identity, sexual orientation, and the unique challenges within the LGBTQ+ community. Trauma Survivors: Offering specialized support for individuals who have experienced trauma, including posttraumatic stress (PTSD) and childhood trauma. People Experiencing Grief and Loss: Helping individuals process grief from the loss of loved ones, relationships, or major life changes.

Industries & Communities Served

  • Entertainment Industry
  • First Responder/Medical Professionals
  • Military/Law Enforcement
  • Education
  • Self-Employed and Freelance Professionals
  • Professional Sports
  • LGBTQ+
  • BIPOC
  • Union First

Client Challenges & Concerns I Address

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Grief, Loss, and Bereavement
  • Life Purpose / Meaning / Inner-Guidance
  • Posttraumatic Stress / Trauma
  • Relationships and Marriage
  • Religious Issues
  • Stress

Therapeutic Approaches & Evidence-Based Methods

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