Counselors near Union, NJ
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Biography: Hello! Thanks so much for stopping by... I am a licensed independent practitioner in New Jersey with over 25 years of professional work experience in multiple clinical settings, with 17 of those years as a therapist--helping clients with a variety of concerns, including but not limited to stress and anxiety, mood disorder-related symptoms, substance abuse and recovery, relationship issues & interpersonal and family conflicts. I work with my clients to create a relationship of trust within an open, inclusive and safe environment, where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step toward seeking a more fulfilling and happier life is a STRENGTH--as it is an important and healthy step toward wellness! I am here and will be glad to support you with this process.



Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.



Biography: I hold a PhD in School Psychology from Fordham University. Additionally, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey. I have worked in several different capacities in both California and New Jersey. I have worked in both private and public schools as well as in private practices. I have also taught undergraduate courses at Monmouth University. The therapies I engage in include, but are not limited to: social skills training, strategies for dealing with anxiety, and the topic of divorce.



Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey and I have over ten years of experience in counseling. I have worked with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, motivation, learning difficulties, relationship issues, substance abuse, and grief. I have worked with the LGBTQ population, as well as with people who have dealt with physical and emotional trauma. I believe that we are all capable of making changes to support our overall well-being. Determining positive coping strategies and emotional support are key focuses in my work with clients. Therapy is a great way to express your feelings, discuss your struggles, and identify areas of strength. I look forward to supporting you in your journey towards better mental health!

Biography: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping people with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, self-harm, disordered eating, OCD, grief, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and challenging life transitions. Some of my experience has been focused on helping people who have an unhealthy relationship with food overcome unhealthy eating behaviors and feel at home in their bodies. My counseling style is non-judgmental, compassionate, and based on my belief that each person is unique and served best by an individualized approach in helping them to achieve their goals. My integrative approach combines elements of several therapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, person centered therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and solution focused therapy. I like to get feedback from the individuals with whom I work in order to better tailor the therapy experience to their specific needs and to ensure that they are benefiting from our interactions. If you are feeling stuck and overwhelmed, I can help you find tools that will enable you to live a more meaningful and fulfilling life. It is one of my highest priorities that you feel empowered and supported on your journey from surviving to thriving. Change is possible and you don't have to do it alone. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: Kerri-Ann Wilson-Jones, MA, LPC, has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work (Special) from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica and a Masters of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from the Graduate School of Theology in Jamaica. Mrs. Wilson-Jones has an extensive background in social work and counseling and has approximately ten years of combined experience, having worked as a Mental Health Therapist, an Outpatient Therapist, and a Licensed Professional Counselor. Mrs. Wilson-Jones has an excellent work ethic, an eye for detail, and a strong desire to succeed, which are all reflected in her work with clients. Mrs. Wilson-Jones' therapeutic approach incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies and includes the use of mindfulness and relaxation techniques, with an emphasis on self-care. Mrs. Wilson-Jones is a passionate, proactive, and motivated Counselor with a desire to improve mental health functioning in clients who present with trauma, anxiety, and depression. She believes that empathy and genuine concern are critical in developing a therapeutic relationship of trust with her clients.

Biography: Hi there! My name is Melissa Hochbaum Strauss and I am looking forward to working with you. I have over 7 years of experience working with individuals, families and couples as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I believe that every client can teach me something and my approach is warm and engaging. I hope that you feel you have control over our time as well. Every individual has strengths and it is important to use this in the therapeutic process. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused, Emotionally Focused and Internal Family Systems Therapy. I tailor each therapeutic style to the individual's needs. My experience includes; Depression, Anxiety, Relational Issues, Family Dynamic Issues, Trauma, Sexual Identity Work, School and Career Work, Infertility and Parenting.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Welcome! You're here because you have an interest in changing your life. You've already shown a great amount of courage and initiative in taking your first steps toward embracing your best self; it is an honor and a privilege for me to help you do just that. I'd like to give you some information about my background. I received my B.A. in psychology from Elizabethtown College in Elizabethtown, PA in 2004. After graduating college, I worked in the community as an outreach case worker for adults with chronic and severe mental health diagnoses as well as dual diagnoses. During this time, I assisted in crisis intervention, clinical assessment, as well as individual/group counseling to evaluate treatment goals and objectives. I went on to receive my M.A. in Counseling Psychology from Centenary College in Hackettstown, NJ in 2009. When I obtained approval by the State of New Jersey as a Licensed Professional Counselor in 2015, I began working for a community agency as an intensive in-home clinician for at-risk children, youth and their families. During this time, I've had the privilege of providing individual as well as family counseling services to those families in need of stabilization in the community. I am also a Nationally Certified Counselor through the NBCC. I consider myself to be a very client-focused clinician; your beliefs, needs and goals are what drive treatment first and foremost. I also like to incorporate tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Motivational Interviewing. I feel as though the key to change is mindset; as a result, I like to do a good deal of work with mindfulness as well as cognitive reframing. As someone who has worked with a great many families, I also have a wealth of experience in family dynamics, healthy communications, and appropriate boundary setting within the family unit. I also have the benefit of parenting experience through having a toddler of my own! Some areas of focus with which I have experience treating include: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, self-injury, relationship issues, parenting problems, family issues, career challenges, and panic disorder. I've worked with both children and adults who have faced abandonment, emotional trauma, physical trauma, or sexual trauma. I consider myself an easygoing, disarming person to talk to; my job is to make you feel comfortable, as if you are talking to an old friend. I also pride myself in getting people to utilize a different lens through which they can view the world; one with endless possibilities, less pain, and more peace. My sincere hope is that I can help promote healing and lasting change for you, regardless of what you seek.

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Biography: Note: Let me know if the online schedule does not work for you. We can work you in essentially anytime! Hi. I'm Kellie! I am here for you, period. We are all in this crazy thing called life together. I have been working with diverse populations for several years now. It might seem like everyone else has it all figured out on this planet, but they absolutely do not. We are all doing the best we can. Nobody is perfect. We learn everyday from the mistakes we make. If we didn't make mistakes, how would we grow? What you want to get out of therapy is what you will get. You are the expert in your life. I am here to help others meet their goals. My job is to promote understanding on how to use life tools in order to meet the goals you strive for. I look forward to hearing your story. Let's rock Life one step at a time, together. My services include, but are not limited to the following:Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Couples Counseling, Crisis Intervention, ACT/CBT/DBT, Mindfulness Meditation, Strengths Based, Solution Focused Approach, Holistic Psychotherapy, Substance Use Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Therapy, Experiential Therapy, Symptom Management Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, etc Very Respectfully, Kellie A. Ebberup-Krug, LCSW Active LCSW licensure in Missouri, Connecticut, New Jersey, and Alabama

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: My name is Qiying Zhou, most people call me Jill. I am a licensed clinical social worker and bilingual and bicultural in English and Chinese (Mandarin or Shanghainese). I have provided individual/couple counseling over 25 years in health care in NJ community helping individual who battles with anxiety, depression, substance abuse life changes from illness to death or relationship issues. We all experience anxiety or depressed mood in some degree, at certain point of our lives. The pandemic has hit us all extremely hard. Having a trusting and therapeutic relationship with someone knows where you come from and uses your familiar language, who's non-judgmental with patient ears is a starting point working towards to iron out the wrinkles of any issue and discover your inner strength for ultimate solution to achieve happiness and content. My approach is client-centered, interactive,,cognitive behavioral therapy, emotional focused therapy, mindfulness and solution-focused therapy. I am blessed by my unique bicultural and bilingual background that has been enabling me to serve those underserved due to cultural or/and language barriers. I am looking forward to working with you!

Biography: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New Jersey and have worked in health-related fields for over 20 years. I consider therapy to be a partnership where therapist and client work collaboratively to set and achieve goals. My philosophy is that everyone has innate and unique strengths and the ability to work through challenges with the right support and guidance. Some of the populations I have enjoyed working with include adults, older adults and caregivers of older adults. I also have experience with individuals who have experienced different types of loss and bereavement.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey as a LPC, with a Board Certification in Tele Mental health. I am also registered in SC for telehealth. I have over 28 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & intimacy related issues. I have worked in non profit and pvt. agencies. I have experience with various Diagnostic impressions and work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: Hi my name is Jeanette Jackson. I am a licensed Marriage, Couples & Family therapist. I also work with teens, Individuals, and the LGBTQ community, who are seeking to make life changes. I am licensed in New Jersey with 4 years of professional work experience. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in Florida and New Jersey with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship and family issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am a licensed professional counselor in New Jersey, with 7 years experience as a psychotherapist. I have worked in many different settings and with many different people and problems. I have had success working with clients who experience, anxiety, depression and issues regarding ADHD and other learning disorders. My background is in Depth Psychology, using an eclectic modalities such as CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational interviewing, Jungian psychoanalysis and archetypal therapy. My goal as a psychotherapist is to help empower yourself to become your true self, resistant, and resilient. I currently am accepting new clients. I have day and afternoon sessions available for next week, Wed-Friday, still available. Please let me know your availability and I will do my best to accommodate.

Biography: Hi! My name is Denise and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of North Carolina and Florida as well as a Licensed Independent Social Worker- CP in the state of South Carolina. I graduated from Norfolk State University's Graduate School of Social Work in 2000, concentrating in Family Systems Practice and Hampton University with a Bachelors of Arts in 1995. I have been a therapist for over 15 years with degrees in psychology and clinical social work, as stated above. I specialize in mood and adjustment disorders such as depression and anxiety as well as trauma associated disorders, but have worked with a variety of disorders dealing with, but not limited to behaviors, relationships and grief. I currently work with adults, children and families. I enjoy working with people and bring my genuine self to the work that I do. I am honest, open and direct, but warm and encouraging at the same time. I love to see the humor in different situations where some might not expect. I believe that humor can work in therapy when needed. I provide support from the initial session and throughout the entire counseling experience. I am here to work together with you to get you to the life that you want for you and your loved ones. I incorporate goal-setting for your mental health, personal and professional life. My counseling approach is client centered and I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Stages of Change as therapeutic interventions that will help you with the issues you struggle with.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients coping with substance use disorders, as well as relationship issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Warm greetings! I am licensed in New Jersey with many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety and coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and evidenced-based treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. We will meet using Betterhelp's virtual platform with audio and video, making our meetings more convenient for you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. Our first session will go over what to expect while working together, going over demographic information (like that at a doctors' office) and answering questions you may have. We will use evidenced based modalities to help identify goals while also taking into account the skills and barriers so we can utilize the best plan possible. That being said, it is important that we remain consistent with appointments. Since the more we put into the process the more we get out. Also, sometimes there are issues and needs you may have that are beyond my scope of expertise, you may need a higher level of care, or you may need paperwork, notes, assessments, or any type of documentation. In those cases, a referral to another provider may be necessary as we want to make sure you get the best care possible and for me to remain compliant and follow the rules of the platform, the state, and my licensing board. In the spirit of openness and transparency, I encourage questions about any policy or procedure so we can effectively achieve the goals you set in our sessions. Thank you again for taking the first step towards achieving your goals

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Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I also host a mental health podcast that can serve as an additional resource between sessions, so please feel free to connect on my professional pages (outisthroughpodcast) if that's something that might be of service to you. When requesting an appointment, please provide a minimum of 48 hours notice to allow time for me to receive and confirm your request. If you do not receive a confirmation email, the appointment has not been secured. Thank you, and I look forward to working together!

Biography: I'm a licensed therapist with over 12 years of mental health clinical life experiences in personal and educational development that have provided me with clinical skills on Assessments, Occupational Health, Sexual Abuse, Behavioral Health, Complex Trauma, Domestic Violence, Family, Parenting Therapy training. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Hello My name is Roxane Pakit. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for the state of New Jersey since the early 1980s. I received my Master or Social Work degree from Adelphi University, NY. My counseling experiences have provided me with invaluable understandings working with clients from different socio-economic levels, ethnicities and religions. My therapeutic techniques include: William Glassers choice theory Cognitive behavioral therapy Family systems Emotionally focused supportive therapy combined with forgiveness of self and others. My areas of expertise are: Depression Anxiety and obsessions Stress management Anger management Parenting skills Adjustment disorders Adjustment to military life -Communication skills in the workplace - Couples Therapy - Trauma - Extended Family Problems - Communication Issues around Religious Beliefs I believe in collaboratively working with clients to establish their therapeutic goals. I enjoy assisting clients in attaining self-awareness which will lead them down a happier path in life.

Biography: I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of North Carolina. I have worked with all ages and walks of life in my 20 plus years experience. As a seasoned therapist I believe that a successful outcome of therapy goals begins with a harmonious relationship with the client. This begins with a clear understanding of the needs and desires of the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy and Integrative therapy are used to reach the best desired outcome for the client. My approach is to have a kind, caring and sensitive demeanor, yet direct and firm as needed to achieve success. I strive to listen well and give appropriate feedback. I attribute my successful record as a therapist to having the education, knowledge, work experience, and confidence to work with each client, and consider it a privilege to work with each one. I have gained volumes of wisdom through training and personal experiences in my life. My desire is to resolve emotional and behavioral problems and disturbances, and to help people to lead happier and more fulfilling lives. I would be honored to work with you.

Biography: My therapy style is open, genuine, accepting and non-judgmental. I believe in treating everyone with dignity, respect and compassion. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing and mindfulness-based approaches. Through a warm, empathetic and supportive environment we can begin to work together to provide relief and to help work through any challenges or obstacles you may be experiencing. I graduated from Rutgers University with a Master Degree in Social Work and I'm a licensed clinical therapist in both New Jersey and New York. I am also a credentialed alcohol and substance abuse counselor in the state of New York. My path started in college when i decided to switch majors and decided that I wanted to go into the helping field and to be able to help others. Therapy takes commitment and courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to be able to work towards change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

Biography: I am a Mental Health Counselor, licensed in New York State, with over 16 years experience in the counseling field. I have had experience assisting clients with a wide range of concerns, such as, parenting issues, family/personal relationships, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, and anger management. It is my belief therapy should be tailored to the individual client's needs, therefore I often use a combination of therapeutic techniques and approaches when providing treatment. My main goal as a therapist is to ensure a safe and supportive environment in which my client can feel comfortable exploring their individual issues. The clients I have worked with would say I am a caring and empathetic therapist who strives to develop a relationship with her clients that will allow for honesty and maximize client growth. I look forward to working with you! Patricia Pardy, LMHC, BC-TMH

Biography: I am a licensed clinical social worker with a background in community mental healthcare. I have over 7 years of experience providing clinical services to children, youth, and adults with a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and trauma-related issues, as well as to individuals with chronic mental illnesses and substance use disorders. My clinical approach is comprised primarily of CBT and TF-CBT, but I also incorporate various aspects of other clinical modalities into my therapy sessions and attempt to tailor one's treatment as specifically to their individual needs as possible. I enjoy working with individuals of diverse cultures and backgrounds. I strive to provide a relaxed and supportive environment where individuals feel safe to discuss their feelings and concerns without fear of judgement regardless of their race/ethnicity, cultural background, religious/spiritual beliefs, sexual orientation, or gender identity. https://flhealthsource.gov/telehealth/

Biography: For more than 25 years I have had the good fortune to be helping people achieve their therapeutic goals. Life sometimes presents us with challenges that require some assistance to overcome. In my experience I have come to understand that most of us seek the same things in life....peace of mind, a sense of comfort and security, fulfillment, and happiness as we define it. We encounter blocks along the way which can be addressed and in many instances eliminated to allow us to continue our pursuit. I am well versed in various therapeutic approaches and like to tailor my treatment plan to the needs and preferences of the client. I look forward to sharing your journey with you. I have significant experience in treating addictions of all kinds and in working with families of alcoholics and addicts.. Anxiety disorders, phobias and depression are also specialties. I am also a trained hypnotherapist and can offer this modality to those clients who might benefit from it.

Biography: I am a professional counselor licensed in New Jersey with over 10 years of experience working as a Counselor helping with transitions and fostering growth. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, phase of life, academic concerns, parenting problems, college and career readiness. I also helped many people who have struggled to be their genuine self. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and that everyone has a unique story that shapes and interacts with how they currently live their life. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client empowerment, narrative, systemic and psychoeducational therapies. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I am here to help you find direction. It's a journey that may be hard at times, but that's ok, you are ultimately in control and it is okay to be nervous. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: Everyone experiences losses and transitions in life that can feel overwhelming. Whether it's related to employment, relationships, or death of a loved one, grief is the natural reaction to a loss. Seeking help takes courage, so I applaud you for taking the first step! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have been in the helping profession for almost 20 years. I have worked in various settings such as hospital-based, school-based, and community-based mental health centers providing services to individuals and families. I have a myriad of professional experiences in both the public and private sectors which have equipped me with clinical expertise that takes individuality, diversity, faith, and trauma into consideration in working with all people. For more information, check out my website: purposefulpathwayllc.org I look forward to walking with you through this journey and assisting you in experiencing your healing!

Biography: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in New Jersey, holding an MA in Psychology and have over three decades of comprehensive experience. My practice specializes in addressing various mental health concerns, including Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, relationship and family issues, grief and loss, and the enhancement of self-esteem and motivation. With a proven track record, I am adept at empowering individuals to discover meaning in their lives, enabling them to embark on the path they are destined for. My approach is grounded in practicality, creativity, and, when suitable, humor. I prioritize identifying the root causes of issues rather than solely treating symptoms. Moreover, I provide actionable ideas and strategies between sessions to foster continuous growth and satisfaction. My ultimate objective is to guide you towards the relief, comfort, and balance you seek, facilitating a life filled with joy, peace, and grace. I look forward to the opportunity of understanding your unique journey and assisting you on your path to well-being.

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Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & intimacy related issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: Hi! I'm Lisbeth Helsel, LCSW with 25+ years of professional experience. I specialize in helping clients to manage and alleviate their stress, anxiety, depression and addiction issues. Working together we will set achievable goals that work for you. You'll be encouraged (never pressured )to share openly and without fear of judgement. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I'm glad you've come this far! Please check out my calendar to schedule your first appointment. If you don't find an opening that you're looking for, please message me and I'll do my best to accommodate you! I'm looking forward to meeting up with you soon!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, anger management, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey with over 20 years of experience working with a diverse population. Clients I have worked with have dealt with a variety of issues, including: depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, and grief and loss issues. Helping clients achieve their personal goals is my priority. My approach is meeting the client where they are at and developing realistic and achievable goals to improve daily living. Utilizing skills from Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) theories, we will build a relationship focusing on your individual needs. I look forward to partnering with you on this journey to improve your life!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 47 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, career difficulties, & depression. I have experience working with Veterans and currently sit on the Board of a local Veterans group called Citizens Veterans Advisory Committee. I have worked with Veterans impacted by a number of combat related tours. My son is currently a Lt. Colonel in the USAF and a combat veteran of multiple tours in Afghanistan. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: Hi, I am a BIPOC, licensed New Jersey therapist, with over 10 years of professional experience. I have experience in helping clients, of all ages and backgrounds, with anxiety, motivation, self esteem, adjustment issues, stress (work, relationship, academic, etc.), & depression. Some therapeutic approaches I have had success using ( but not all) are CBT, DBT, EMDR, as well as art and music therapy. I like to work with clients to create an open and safe space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to take the first steps towards a change and I would like to be apart of your next steps. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey, North Carolina and Virginia with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey and Pennsylvania with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey and Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: Thank you for visiting my profile! I am here to help you. I have many years of counseling experience with adults and adolescents that have depression, anxiety, PTSD, anger issues; relationship, family, career or adjustment concerns; as well as substance abuse issues. I have military counseling experience with active duty troops and combat veterans. I have two Master's degrees in Psychology, the first in College Teaching and the second in counseling, specializing in marriage and family therapy. I began my career as an Adjunct Professor in Psychology in the San Francisco Bay Area; after 6 years of teaching , I began to work clinically, as a community based mental health clinician, with adults with more severe , chronic symptoms, such as schizophrenia. I also worked in the community, as a licensed clinician with both adults and adolescents, with mental health and substance abuse disorders, in Outpatient, IOP and partial hospitalization treatment programs. After many years in the private sector, I decided to work for the Federal government. I was hired as a Psychologist, at Fort Sam Houston, in Texas. I worked for the Department of Defense, on base at Fort Sam Houston and Fort Bliss. As a Federal GS employee, I transferred to the Department of Veteran Affairs. I worked in their Vet Centers as a licensed marriage and family therapist. I am licensed in CT, FL, N.J., AZ, and TX. I prefer a cognitive behavioral (CBT) approach. I like to focus on cognitive and behavioral changes, in working with you to achieve your therapy goals. Thank you for your consideration. If you have any questions, please write. Tina LaPorta

Biography: I have an overall desire to see individuals live a well-balanced life, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Belief in the capacity of effective listening and holding someone else's pain. One cannot change for someone other than themselves, as an agent of change I am here to help realize change is possible. Though the use of a client-centered approaches of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Grief Recovery Methods; navigating life can be a productive journey, with hope, guidance, and help. Periods of un-wellness do exist, and I believe that wellness is obtainable for everyone. Using both empathy for comfort and courage to confront. Developing strength in others to sustain and find quality of life has become my life purpose. Wellness is a state of mind that can be achieved with the correct tools, knowledge, and the room to find a safe place for it all to come together. With more than a decade of experience in combined Inpatient and Outpatient mental health settings, I can provide quality care in development of an effective therapeutic relationship.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, trauma, & abuse. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am a licensed clinical social worker in NJ with over 20 years of experience working with adults, children, and families. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting concerns, career challenges, and ADHD. My counseling style is positive, warm, and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I believe that staying positive is key. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, client-centered, and solution focused modalities. I will tailor our sessions and treatment plan to meet your individual needs. Connecting with a counselor is the fist step toward making things better. When you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey and New York. I have 12 years of professional work experience. I have worked with those who have been incarcerated, veterans, HIV/AIDS, substance use issues, palliative/end of life care, PTSD, and the LQBTQ community. I believe that you are the expert of your story. My role as a therapist is to be supportive, collaborative, and help reflect your strengths and help you identify coping skills unique to you, adopting multiple modalities (trauma informed, cbt, harm reduction, narrative, journaling). I have worked with people who have had: PTSD, complex grief, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post partum anxiety and depression, disordered eating and addiction.

Biography: Hi! I'm Tara. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I have been working in the mental health industry for ten years. Most of my experience is working with clients in their homes, which often can be a place of comfort. I am used to non-traditional therapy such as meeting clients at home, school, or wherever they are most comfortable. Meeting with clients via teletherapy has been one more method that I have adapted to. I have experience in a variety of different settings. I also have worked in a residential program for substance abuse and addiction. During my time at the residential program, I led groups and conducted individual/family-based counseling for our residents. I was also responsible for supporting the family members of our residents. I have experience working with motivational interviewing, psychoeducation, and working with individuals in recovery as well as their family members. I believe addiction is a family disease and am comfortable working with all whom are affected. A majority of my background is working with children, teens, and their families. However, there have been many moments where I work with parents individually or with the family unit as a whole. While some of my specializations including working with children, I am able to work with parents to help better support their children. Together, we can work to create a rewards/consequence based system or other areas that you may be struggling with. My approach is very flexible and adaptable based on the needs of my clients. Some of my specializations are intellectual/developmental disabilities (including individuals with autism), depression, anxiety, trauma, and self-harm. I also have experience working with substance abuse/addiction/and working with the family unit. However, I am not limited to these areas. I use an eclectic approach when working with my clients. I use a variety of different approaches including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered.

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: Welcome :) I'm so happy you are here. Do you feel Stuck? Anxious? Overwhelmed? In a rut of Depression? Lost? Do you want a Christian-based approach that helps you organize your thoughts + emotions, derive meaning from adversity, and bring forth your God-given purpose? Whether you are new to scripture and or are seasoned in it, sometimes it can feel really challenging to apply the Word of God. That's where I come in. I can help you learn how to discern the voice of God, feel God's unconditional love, match your problem with His promise, and course-correct your mind + heart + emotions back to the will He has for your life. Through a Christian approach, I help you apply scripture to your situation to see it through the lens of God. Further, I can help you discover the greater purpose from this challenge + a renewal of the mind, so you can confidently come out the other side with the ease + clarity + joy that comes from an unshakeable relationship with God. If this approach resonates with you, I would love to speak with you further. Please feel free to message me and I would be happy to answer any questions for you :) Have a wonderful day! Warmly, Crystal V. Pizarro, MA, LPC, NCC Christian Cognitive Behavioral Counselor

Biography: I am licensed in Massachusetts with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, depression, & executive and professional coaching. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New Jersey with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

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A counselor provides support and guidance to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Counselors work in a variety of settings to help people work through or overcome their personal, social and psychological challenges. A counselor who offers primarily mental and behavioral health counseling may be known as a mental health counselor or therapist. Guidance counselors help people with their educational and career goals.
The practice of counseling varies depending on the counselor’s specialty, setting and patient. In general, a counselor may:
- Provide individual, group, family, and couples/marriage counseling
- Provide school and career planning guidance
- Advocate for patients and certain populations, such as abused women, children, and the disabled, to help them overcome institutional and social barriers
- Perform risk assessments and personality tests
- Evaluate and develop counseling plans for their patients, re-evaluating and modifying these plans as needed
- Provide coping skills and therapeutic techniques to patients, such as breathing techniques, talk therapy, and the use of visual imagery
- Collaborate, refer, and consult with other professionals, such as teachers, psychologists, social workers, and psychiatrists
- Involuntarily commits patients in emergency situations
Many different types of healthcare professionals can practice counseling, including licensed counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and psychologists. Counselors may also be known by the following names: therapist, psychotherapist, psychoanalyst, and guidance counselor.
There are 2159 specialists practicing Counseling in Union, NJ with an overall average rating of 4.1 stars. There are 15 hospitals near Union, NJ with affiliated Counseling specialists, including Clara Maass Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center and Christ Hospital.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I find a top-rated Counselor in Union, NJ?
How can I find a top-rated Counselor in Union, NJ?
Healthgrades gives you the tools and information you need to find high-quality care, including top-rated Counselors in Union, NJ. You can filter your search results to a specific Rating threshold, or go to “Top Rated” to quickly view Counselors with our highest patient ratings.
Every Healthgrades profile includes information about the factors that matter most when choosing care, including a Counselor's education, board certification, and experience. You can even see which specific conditions a doctor treats most often.
Healthgrades also spotlights high-quality healthcare professionals by identifying them as “Healthgrades Choice.” This badge indicates that a physician has above average experience, good patient ratings, no healthcare sanctions, and affiliations with quality hospitals.
Finally, you can read reviews and ratings from verified patients about their experiences with a doctor.
Together, all of these factors provide a comprehensive picture of Counselors in Union, NJ so you can make an informed, confident decision about the care you receive.
How can I share my experience after visiting a Counselor through Healthgrades?
How can I share my experience after visiting a Counselor through Healthgrades?
Patient ratings and reviews are an important tool in helping other people like yourself make informed healthcare choices. If you read patient reviews as part of your decision-making process, you can pay it forward by sharing your own experience with a Counselor.
After your visit, you can visit your Counselor's profile and go to “Leave a Review.” From here you will be required to provide a star rating from 1 to 5 to reflect how likely you are to recommend that doctor. You can also leave an optional text review about your experience.
You will be required to submit your email address so Healthgrades can confirm your review, and you must verify that you received treatment from the physician and agree to Healthgrades terms and conditions.
How can I find a Counselor in Union, NJ who speaks a specific language other than English?
How can I find a Counselor in Union, NJ who speaks a specific language other than English?
Finding a Counselor in Union, NJ with whom you can communicate effectively is an essential part of finding quality care. You can go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results and scroll to “Language.” From there, you narrow your search to physicians who speak your selected language(s).
Healthgrades lets you filter by more than 100 languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Hindu, Urdu, Tagalog, and American Sign Language.
How can I find Counselors within a specific distance from my location?
How can I find Counselors within a specific distance from my location?
Go to “Distance” on your Healthgrades search results page and select the distance range you would be willing to travel for your visit, such as 1 miles, 5 miles, 10 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 100 miles, or nationwide.
You can also go to “Top Rated” to quickly view a list of 4-star and above-rated Counselors within 10 miles of your selected location.
Keep in mind: The right specialist for you may not be among the ones closest to you, and it may be worth expanding your search to find the highest-quality care.
How can I search for Counselors in Union, NJ specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
How can I search for Counselors in Union, NJ specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
After your initial specialty search, Healthgrades allows you to narrow your search to specific conditions or practicing areas within that specialty.
On your Healthgrades search results page, go to “Practice Area.” From here you can select specific conditions or subspecialties that more directly reflect the type of care you need.
How can I find Counselors in Union, NJ with availability that aligns with my schedule?
How can I find Counselors in Union, NJ with availability that aligns with my schedule?
You can filter your Healthgrades search results based on appointment availability, including options such as same-day, tomorrow, or within 2 weeks. Under “All Filters,” scroll to “Availability” and select the appointment timeframe you need.
You can also contact a Counselor's office directly to ask about appointment availability, including same-day availability or unexpected cancellations that may have opened up new appointments in your desired timeframe.
How can I locate Counselors in Union, NJ affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
How can I locate Counselors in Union, NJ affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
Finding a Counselor in Union, NJ with affiliations at high-quality hospitals is key to a successful treatment outcome. Healthgrades lets you filter your search to doctors who have admitting privileges at the hospital(s) you prefer.
Go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results, then scroll to “Affiliated Facility.” From here you can select one or more preferred hospitals to narrow your search to specialists with affiliations at those facilities.
How can I find Counselors in Union, NJ who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
How can I find Counselors in Union, NJ who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
Finding a Counselor in Union, NJ who affirms your identity is an essential part of a successful healthcare partnership. For people who identify as LGBTQ+, you can filter your Healthgrades search results to physicians who designate themselves as LGBTQ+ affirming.
Go to “All Filters” in your search results, then scroll down and select “LGBTQ+ affirming.”
Is it possible to filter Counselors in Union, NJ based on their age on Healthgrades?
Is it possible to filter Counselors in Union, NJ based on their age on Healthgrades?
Some people feel more comfortable seeing a Counselor in a specific age range. You can filter your Healthgrades search results by going to “All Filters,” and then scrolling down to “Healthcare Professional’s Age.” From here, you can select age ranges from under 40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, or over 70 years old.
How do Counselors in Union, NJ stay connected with their patients between appointments?
How do Counselors in Union, NJ stay connected with their patients between appointments?
A Counselor's office in Union, NJ may offer a variety of resources for patients who need care or medical advice between appointments. These may include an answering service, nurse or physician assistant helpline, or text support through a patient portal.
When scheduling your appointment, or during your visit, ask your Counselor's office about available care options between scheduled appointments.
How do Counselors in Union, NJ approach patient education and empowerment during appointments?
How do Counselors in Union, NJ approach patient education and empowerment during appointments?
Each Counselor has their approach to educating and empowering patients. As a patient, you should feel comfortable asking questions and have confidence in your understanding of the answers. A strong partnership with your Counselor helps you work together to find a treatment plan that's right for you, which improves the likelihood of a successful outcome.
Patient ratings and reviews can be particularly helpful in learning about a doctor's communication style. By reading about other people's experiences with a Counselor, you can get a sense of how that specialist approaches patient education and empowerment to decide if they're a fit for you.
Can I request electronic prescriptions or medication refills from Counselors in Union, NJ for convenience?
Can I request electronic prescriptions or medication refills from Counselors in Union, NJ for convenience?
Many medical practices provide electronic prescriptions or medication refills as a quick, convenient way for you to receive your medications. Ask your doctor's office about whether they provide electronic prescriptions or refills, and check with your health insurance provider about prescription services they may offer.
How do Counselors in Union, NJ facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings?
How do Counselors in Union, NJ facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings?
If you need to change healthcare settings, such as being discharged from the hospital to a rehabilitation center or transitioning to home care, your team of healthcare professionals will work together to ensure continuity of care. They will communicate your medical records, history, and any other important information to the next care team so everyone can be equipped to provide high-quality care.
It is also important that you understand and feel confident about each step of your care. Don't hesitate to ask questions, and offer honest communication with your healthcare professionals so they can tailor your treatment to your needs.
Can I access remote monitoring or telehealth services provided by Counselors in Union, NJ for ongoing care management?
Can I access remote monitoring or telehealth services provided by Counselors in Union, NJ for ongoing care management?
Your Counselor may recommend that you use new technologies called Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) to monitor your condition or symptoms between appointments. This may include tracking factors such as your weight, heart rate, blood oxygen level, blood pressure, temperature, or glucose levels. RPM devices can provide real-time updates to your physician or care team so they can keep track of trends or determine if you need more immediate care.
During your appointment, ask your Counselor about the potential use of RPM and the possible benefits for your individual treatment plan.
How do Counselors in Union, NJ address patient feedback and quality improvement initiatives to enhance their practice?
How do Counselors in Union, NJ address patient feedback and quality improvement initiatives to enhance their practice?
Patient feedback is an important and helpful factor for Counselors as they work to improve and maintain the quality of their practice. Ratings and comments from patients can provide guidance for office staff, process efficiencies, and physician communication. Healthgrades also publishes hospital quality data and awards the top facilities in the nation as America's Best Hospitals. These data-driven reports help specialists choose affiliations with high-quality hospitals that offer a higher rate of successful outcomes.
What role do Counselors in Union, NJ play in addressing public health challenges and epidemics affecting the local community?
What role do Counselors in Union, NJ play in addressing public health challenges and epidemics affecting the local community?
As physicians offering first-hand care to patients, Counselors have a unique perspective and influence on public health. Routine screenings for diseases or conditions can help prevent more complicated care down the line, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infection for patients. By counseling patients on preventive lifestyle habits, such as routine exercise and nutrition, doctors can lower the risk of chronic conditions in the population and ease the demand for critical care. Local physicians may also participate in community health programs or offer volunteer care, which helps increase access to healthcare for those who may not otherwise receive it. Through these types of initiatives and others like them, specialists can contribute to their community's overall public health.
What support resources are available for caregivers of patients receiving care from Counselors in Union, NJ?
What support resources are available for caregivers of patients receiving care from Counselors in Union, NJ?
Acting as a caregiver for a loved one can be a stressful and often emotional role. Caregiver burnout is common, and the challenges of caring for someone with a serious condition may be overwhelming. Fortunately, help is available.
Your Counselor's office in Union, NJ may be able to provide information about local support groups for caregivers, or there are several online communities you can access. Local respite services can provide quality, short-term care for your loved one and allow you to take needed time for yourself.
Caregivers of veterans enrolled in the Veterans Affairs health system can receive support through the VA, including legal and financial planning services. If your loved one has a disability and already receives Medicaid, your City may allow you to become a paid caregiver. Contact your state's Medicaid office for more information.
What measures do Counselors in Union, NJ take to address patients' financial concerns or facilitate access to affordable healthcare services?
What measures do Counselors in Union, NJ take to address patients' financial concerns or facilitate access to affordable healthcare services?
Your Counselor's office can provide information about financial assistance, which may be referred to as charity care. Some doctor's offices also offer payment plans that allow you to pay your bill over a certain period of time.
If you need to receive care at a hospital, you may qualify for financial assistance through that hospital. If you receive care at a non-profit hospital, you must be offered financial assistance if you cannot afford to pay. If you participate in a government program, such as Medicaid or Medicare, those programs' websites can offer guidance about coverage for the care you need.
Your hospital may also have a patient advocate on staff who can help guide you through your coverage or your financial assistance options. You can also find your own guide through the Patient Advocate Foundation.
How can patients effectively advocate for themselves during appointments with Counselors in Union, NJ?
How can patients effectively advocate for themselves during appointments with Counselors in Union, NJ?
It is important to remember that you are a partner with your Counselor as you find the right treatment plan for you. You have a voice in your healthcare decisions, and it is important to communicate your goals and preferences clearly to get the highest quality of care.
Ways to advocate for yourself during appointments include: preparing questions in advance to ask your doctor, bringing someone with you to listen and take notes, asking your Counselor to clarify when you do not understand something, and being honest when you have concerns.
If you are unsure about a recommended treatment, tell your doctor you want to seek a second opinion. A quality Counselor will not take offense at this; rather, a good doctor wants to get as much information as possible to make the right treatment choice. If your Counselor does question your interest in a second opinion, it may be a sign that another Counselor may be a better fit for you.