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Chris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked with mental health for over eleven years. She is experienced and prepared to work with all varieties of mental. emotional, and relational challenges, including severe mental illness. She has particular familiarity in working with psychological trauma, grief, anxiety, depression, spirituality, aging, personality disorders, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. She pairs her firm grounding in spirituality with modern evidenced-based techniques for optimal healing and growth. With an eagerness to learn and grow, herself, she has attended the following trainings and certifications among others:

Certificate in Aging and Health at Rutgers University

Sensorimotor Psychotherapy - Levels I and II

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional through the Professional Education Studies Institute (PESI)

Professional Coach at the Co-Active Training Institute Advanced Shamanic Healing at Foundation for Shamanic Studies

MDMA-Assisted Therapist Training at the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS)(*Chris will not be practicing psychedelic assisted therapy until FDA approval is complete.)

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. With years of experience in mental health services, I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), crisis intervention, and case management. My approach focuses on creating a supportive and empowering environment where clients can gain insight, develop coping strategies, and build stronger relationships.

Outside of my work, I find balance through physical fitness, video games, and spending quality time with my family and my dog. I believe that mental wellness is deeply connected to our daily lives, and I strive to help my clients find their own path to healing and personal growth.

I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Clinical Supervisor with over 5 years experience in providing trauma-informed care.

Welcome! I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who provides personalized mental health services to patients with an approachable style. I believe in person-centered care with evidence-based treatment approaches.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with almost 20 years of experience, I bring deep expertise along with a warm, compassionate, and collaborative approach to our work together. I specialize in evidence-based modalities, including trauma-informed care, solution-focused therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I am a NJ LEND 2026 Fellow.

I bring extensive training and expertise for individuals and families. My practice offers tele-health based services that specialize in providing trauma informed care for a range of issues including anxiety, mood regulation, and crisis management. My practice has evolved to encompass clinical work and coaching for clients with a diverse range of needs.

As a counselor, I bring extensive training and expertise in evidence-based therapies for individuals and couples. My goal is to provide supportive and empowering care. With over 24 years in the field, I have built a professional reputation for being responsive, empathic, and encouraging for clients wherever they are on their journey.

Taking the first step towards therapy can be a really vulnerable experience. Sometimes it feels like you don't have the time for it, or you feel you don't deserve to take time out of your day to focus on yourself. That's why it's my priority to create a space where you feel comfortable to show up exactly as you are without judgement. If you find that you are holding it together on the outside, but on the inside you feel overwhelmed, burnt out, and like you are constantly worrying about the next thing, it may be time to slow down and process what you’re experiencing.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Felician University. With a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life’s challenges, I work with clients navigating relationship issues, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, aging, phase-of-life transitions, career aspirations and changes, and parental challenges. In my therapy sessions, I create a safe and nurturing environment where every individual is welcome and valued. I understand that seeking support is a personal and sometimes vulnerable experience, so I prioritize warmth, respect, and openness. My approach is rooted in compassion, ensuring that clients feel heard and supported as they explore their thoughts and emotions. No matter their background or experiences, they can trust that therapy will be a space of acceptance, understanding, and growth.

Advanced Practice Nurse.

Master' of Science in Nursing.

Specialty: Psychiatric/Mental Health.

Treatment: Children, Adolescents, and Adults.