Irene C. Lebbad, MSW, LCSW, CIMHP
“As human beings, our greatness lies not so much in being able to remake the world….as in being able to remake ourselves.” - Mahatma Gandhi
I am a licensed clinical social worker and certified clinical supervisor with a master's degree from Rutgers Graduate School of Social Work as well as a post-master's in Advanced Clinical Practice from NYU. I am also the co-author of "No More Secrets: A Therapist' Guide to Group Work with Adult Survivors of Sexual Violence" and a contributor to the Encyclopedia of Sexual Violence and Abuse (ESVA). I continue to educate through clinical workshops and trainings for mental health professionals as well as various organizations devoted to client wellness.
In an ever-changing chaotic world, now may be the time to reconnect to your authentic self and reset your internal balance.
Balance emerges through the dynamic interplay of inner and outer forces in each of us. Subtle shifts in our intentions can create amazing changes in our quality of life. As we each strive for internal balance, the spirit of harmony and wholeness can be awakened within us and we are renewed. Processing and transforming negative emotions into positive ones in a safe and validating environment can move us toward a happier and fulfilling inner life. The courage to step out and meet what we fear, and learn from it in order to transform and heal ourselves, is the true balancing.
It is through one’s experiences, life lessons, and breakthroughs that self discovery, optimism, and hope emerge. Our transformation comes from looking deeply within. Making the changes necessary to improve the quality of your life requires the capacity to self-observe. This self-observation comes in the form of a commitment to continuous learning about your inner self and the awareness of its wants and needs.
Together we can explore what steps to take toward living in greater harmony and inner balance. In our collaborative journey together, I am a change-agent that will help you to gain and utilize the insight that fosters internal growth. This growth will in turn allow you to seek your own highest truth through the knowledge and empowerment gained in the therapeutic process.
According to a client’s needs, the therapeutic models I utilize may include psycho-dynamic therapy that fosters internal insight and balance, cognitive-behavioral modalities that work towards understanding and modifying unhealthy core beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors, and solution-focused therapy that stresses the resources and skills clients already possess in order to find solutions to problems.
I also employ complementary therapy models such as art, creative writing, and dream journaling to further explore the internal process of the “self”.
Each modality is “strengths-based” and can foster a self-discovery that leads to personal empowerment.
INSURANCES TAKEN: Cigna, Aetna, Medicare, Value Options, EAP programs, BCBS NJ, United Health Care, Optum, & Oxford
CLIENT BASE: Adolescents age 16 and over, Adults, Seniors, Couples, Families
Please call 908-963-7645 or email me at Irene.lebbad@gmail.com to schedule an appointment.
Sonia Rodrigues-Marto, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS - Bilingual Therapist
"Our wounds are often the openings into the best and most beautiful part of us." - David Richo
Sonia Rodrigues-Marto is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS). She is co-owner of the Center for Intrapersonal Wellness & Health, LLC as well as the Director of School and Community Based Programs at Rutgers Health -University Behavioral Health Care which provide professional development and intensive mental health services to at-risk youth in a public, private and out of district school settings. She has also previously taught courses in psychology and in school counseling at Monmouth University and Middlesex County College. Sonia received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from The College of New Jersey, a Masters and Post-Master’s degree in Psychological Counseling from Monmouth University, a Masters degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Fielding Graduate University and is currently working on her PhD in clinical psychology with a concentration in Forensic Psychology from Fielding Graduate University. She has presented on a variety of workshops for parents and for teens on topics related to stress and anxiety, suicide assessment and non-suicidal self-injury as well as a presentation on sexual violence and the media at the Annual Conference for the New Jersey Counseling Association. Her clinical and research interests are within the areas of acculturation among Latino populations, multicultural factors in counseling, suicide and at-risk assessments, sexual abuse, trauma and factors related to resiliency.
INSURANCES TAKEN: Cigna, Aetna, QualCare, Cigna EAP program
CLIENT BASE: Children, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Families
Please call 908-507-5201 or email me at soniamartolpc@gmail.com to schedule an appointment.
Laura Stemmler, MSW, LCSW - Bilingual Therapist
Laura Stemmler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned her Masters in Social Work from New York University. She has been in practice for over 10 years treating adolescents and adults whose challenges range from anxiety and depression to complex trauma, loss and grief.
In her last position as the bilingual counselor at the Somerset County Rape Crisis Center she worked with young adults, women and men both in groups and individually to begin the painful journey from victimhood to survivor. Working with persons in various degrees of awareness, Laura has the needed experience to begin where the client is. This is essential the therapeutic process. All trauma victims, be it domestic violence, sexual abuse, neglect, multiple losses and the like require accessing the client strengths and resilience to map out the path to healing unique to that person. Guided meditation, strength perspective, CBT and art therapy are various techniques utilized to meet those goals.
Prior to her focus in complex trauma, Laura worked in the Morristown Memorial Emergency room accessing persons in various states of crisis for treatment. Additional experience also came from 2 years at the Union Settlement Mental Health Clinic in East Harlem where environmental factors and trauma were mutually challenging.
Working with various modalities Laura seeks to address the emotional residue of the past and fears and/or anxieties of the future. Regardless of one’s station in life, it is remarkably challenging to release shame and guilt, process grief, and move away from anxiety and/or depression. By gently approaching the many emotions that have brought one to seek help now, Laura encourages clients work towards feelings of empowerment, relief and hope.
Jen Leeder, Counselor, MA, LPC - Therapist
My approach to therapy is to build upon the strengths you already have to help you lead a more fulfilled, balanced life. The ‘seeds’ of growth are already there and I can help direct your focus to the skills that will bring you more satisfaction in your life and relationships. Working together, you can expect to learn how to accept and cope with your feelings, as well as understand how your thinking effects how you feel and the choices you make. I work with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as families. In general, my treatment approaches are cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness and acceptance therapy, but I do pull from other approaches to help provide the most effective treatment for you. Feel free to contact me with any questions you might have.
Rachel Witt-deGroh, MSW, LCSW - Therapist
I am a licensed clinical social worker who provides a safe and empathetic, therapeutic environment for anyone looking to make change and feel more empowered in their life. I use a supportive and non-judgmental approach to increase a healthy insight of your thoughts and feelings. We will work together to increase awareness of your self talk and core beliefs, allowing yourself to challenge your unhelpful thoughts when coping with life's stressors.
We will work on validation and acceptance of daily difficulties such as loss, work related issues, interpersonal concerns and relationship/family stress. I will work with you to develop goals that positively impact your life and emotional well being. These goals can include ways to manage depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, mood disorders and adjustment disorders. I offer ways to process difficult thoughts and feelings while providing education of skills for symptom management.
I am here to meet you where you are at and navigate what change means to you. Together we can work on increasing mindfulness for a more meaningful life.
Laurissa Hampton, LPC, LMHC - Therapist
tI am a licensed therapist in NJ (LPC) and NY (LMHC) with a specialization in the treatment of trauma, anxiety disorders, and depression. I am certified to provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for the reduction of depressive symptoms, trauma related symptoms and other forms of mental distress. I am also certified in an intervention that provides relief and recalibration of the nervous system through filtered music (SSP). I obtained my graduate degree in counseling psychology with a specialization in forensics and addiction. I hold additional certification in the treatment of trauma. I have over 10 years of experience in the field of counseling using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other evidenced based practices. My experience has been attained in a variety of settings from hospitals, clinics to private practice. Additionally, I am ACS certified and able to provide clinical supervision to clinicians working toward licensure. I am happy to discuss my experience in the field and I welcome any questions you may have regarding the process of therapy.
I believe that we are all simply human, striving to live the best life we can live in a beautiful but challenging world. I practice with this mindset, and the belief in our innate ability to heal ourselves with the right guidance. My therapeutic approach is warm, compassionate, and client centered. I believe that my client's are the experts in their own lives and that they alone hold the answers within. It can be difficult to find this path, and to learn how to get out of our own way... but with the right support, the possibilities are endless.in NJ (LPC) and NY (LMHC) with additional training in the treatment of trauma, anxiety disorders, and depression. I am certified to provide Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for the reduction of depressive symptoms, trauma related symptoms and other forms of mental distress. I am also certified in an intervention that provides relief and recalibration of the nervous system through filtered music (SSP). I obtained my graduate degree in counseling psychology with a specialization in forensics and addiction. I hold additional certification in the treatment of trauma. I have over 10 years of experience in the field of counseling using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and other evidenced based practices. My experience has been attained in a variety of settings from hospitals, clinics to private practice. Additionally, I am ACS certified and able to provide clinical supervision to clinicians working toward licensure. I am happy to discuss my experience in the field and I welcome any questions you may have regarding the process of therapy.
Shelby J Bauer, MSW, LCSW
“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see one which has been opened for us.” - Helen Keller
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree from New York University. With a broad range of clinical experience, gained in more than 10 years in the field of Psychotherapy, I work extensively with adults, adolescents, and families.
I utilize and blend several therapeutic approaches to meet each individual’s needs, borrowing from various schools of therapy to best meet the needs of each person and situation. My goal is to help you identify and make positive changes to unhealthy behaviors and negative thought processes.
Together we will work on strategies that allow you to address the root causes of your difficulties and build and/or repair meaningful relationships. I look forward to journey with you on the path towards healing and change!
To schedule an appointment, please reach out to me at
Email: Shelbyjbauer@gmail.com
Phone: (908) 432-1243
Pay by : cash, check, Zelle
Insurances Taken: Aetna, Cigna, United Health Care, BCBSNJ and Oxford.
Mae Kazimi
I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and addictions counselor (LCADC) with specialization in trauma training. My path to becoming a mental health therapist involved my personal journey. The experiences and challenges faced in my formative years resulted in a scarred childhood which led to three things.
- The need to heal
- A focus on the importance of Mental & Emotional Health
- The desire to help others heal by providing therapy
I provide therapy for adults 18 and older to help individuals live their best life. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, psycho-dynamic approach, acceptance and commitment therapy, EMDR, and IFS, to help you gain deeper understanding of the underlying issue.
My goal is to assist you in realizing and reaching your true potential while fostering healing and promoting peak productivity. The most important thing I hope to achieve by working with you is to reduce dependency on therapy and harness motivation from within. As in my own case, I realized there is no greater victory than turning pain into productivity!
“The greatest triumphs of therapy are not found in the absence of pain, but in the presence of resilience.”
To schedule an appointment, please reach out to me at:
Email: mae@mzuricounseling.com
Phone: (908)800-2061
Insurances Taken: Aetna, United Health Care, Oxford, Optum, Oscar Health, and Horizon BCBS
Laura Bridge
Laura Bridge is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a wealth of experience working with adolescents, adults and families. She uses primarily CBT and DBT approaches, and specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma and personality disorders. Dr. Bridge also has interests in neurodevelopmental disorders, female psychology, and values diversity and multiculturalism.
Insurances Taken: Aetna and Out of Pocket
Rev. Dr. Jennifer Miller, M.,MSC.,D.D.
Usui Reiki Master, Karuna Reiki ® Master, Money Reiki Grandmaster, and Elemental Usui Reiki IV.
I offer Reiki services to support people's health and "healing" journeys because I believe that as spiritual beings, we are all miracles in motion with the ability to heal ourselves!
What is Reiki? Reiki is a popular and beneficial healing modality that is utilized for health and wellness. It is based on energetic principles and is practiced in many hospitals, medical settings and in private practice all over the world. Reiki helps with stress reduction and relaxation. When the body and mind are relaxed, the body can work to repair and "heal" while the mind may function with more clarity. Thus, Reiki may assist the body in creating an environment to facilitate "healing." It's a great tool to use as a complement to traditional medicine and I personally practice it daily as part of my own wellness plan.
I have dedicated most of my life to studying, testing, integrating, teaching and sharing alternative, mystical and integrative "healing" techniques. As a result, a session with me will always involve more than just Reiki. As a Metaphysical Doctor of Divinity, specializing in spiritual healing and hands on healing, Reiki Master, Certified Spiritual Healer, Ordained Minister and Advanced Certified Nutritional Consultant, I am here to provide you with the spiritual tools that will support you in transforming your life and making the world a better place.
There is nothing that I enjoy more than guiding people to uncovering and discovering their own potential and personal power. It's already there IN you! It is my intention to show up to each session open to each individual's needs. All sessions are lead by the client and I do my best to assist them in a kind, peaceful, open and respectful manner. I feel that it is important that people feel empowered and learn to do their own healing and so, if it is appropriate, I will offer suggestions and show clients simple tips, tricks and techniques that they can do themselves at home to support their own healing process going forward.
Note: metaphysical and energy based "healing" treatments can complement all medical treatment, because it helps prepare the body for "healing."
908-334-5044
Instagram: @iam_jennifer_miller