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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in a variety of fields (psychiatric screening, infectious disease case management, school based individual and family therapy services). I've worked successfully with individuals, couples and families, and I am a dedicated, compassionate and attentive clinician with an innate ability to connect to people.

With over 25 years as a seasoned clinician, I bring a wealth of expertise to my practice. I've personalized my approach to provide therapy with sensitivity and care. I aim to meet each individual’s unique needs. As a family therapist in Middlesex County, NJ, I am committed to helping my clients achieve lasting emotional well-being.

Prior to opening my practice I worked in inpatient and outpatient settings. I've been in private practice for over 20 years. I work with patients of all ages, helping them develop healthier relationships and lead more fulfilling lives.

I hold a master's degree in clinical social work from the Wurzweliter School of Social work, NYC. I have also completed several post-graduate training programs, and have earned certifications in various modalities of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems therapy, Clinical Supervision.

I try my utmost to customize my approach to treatment based on the specific needs of my clients.

Welcome! My name is Jill. I am an LCSW with nearly 20 years of individual and group counseling experience. I have worked with teens and adults in both inpatient and outpatient settings, treating anxiety, depression and a variety of mental health needs. I have specialized training treating sexual disorders, trauma, anger management, and relapse prevention.

I have a background which includes many years of Post-Graduate education, knowledge and experience providing mental health care to those who need help dealing with a wide range of mental health issues or concerns. Whether you desire improved and better quality relationships, need help with feelings, with issues of daily life, or with reaching your goals, I can help you gain emotional health - the ability to love, work and play as you wish.

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with over 15 years of Post-Graduate education and training in Modern Psychoanalysis at the Philadelphia School of Psychoanalysis, which allows me to listen and respond to your needs, through special understanding of unconscious processes that affect the human mind as a whole.

My specialty is in using Talk Therapy as a treatment for relieving mental and emotional distress. Whatever your diagnosis, difficulty, age, finances, or emotional needs, I help you with the process of talking to solve conflicts which block you from accomplishing what you want in life.

Hello and welcome! I have been assisting clients with navigating some of the most difficult stages of life. I have provided services with clients between the ages of 4 and 96. I specialize in aging, grief/loss and life transitions.

Advanced Practice Nurse.

Master' of Science in Nursing.

Specialty: Psychiatric/Mental Health.

Treatment: Children, Adolescents, and Adults.

I create a warm, welcoming space where your voice is truly honored and your feelings are valued. With empathy, compassion, and lightness when needed, I walk beside you as you build confidence, embrace healing, and discover new ways to move forward.

My journey into this work is deeply personal. My own experience with therapy had a profound and transformative impact on my life and ultimately inspired me to pursue this career. I experienced firsthand what it means to have someone support and guide you through difficult moments, and I wanted the opportunity to provide that same compassion and support to others. I know the courage it takes to begin, which is why I create a safe, judgment-free space where your story is respected and your healing is supported.

Guided by empathy, honesty, and openness, I blend compassion with practical guidance to help you navigate challenges with confidence. And when appropriate, I bring humor and lightness into the process—because growth can be meaningful while still feeling human. You may even see my dog-daughter, Gingerbread, make a surprise appearance!

Here, you’ll find a space that is real, supportive, and judgment-free, where your feelings are valued and your story matters.

Together, we’ll face challenges honestly, with compassion and even laughter, as you move toward healing and growth.

I’m so very proud of you for taking this step💕

I work with adolescents and adults, employing a cognitively based, brief therapy approach in a supportive and compassionate environment. I believe that we all possess inner strengths and untapped potential. While we cannot change the circumstances of the past, we can develop new perspectives and learn to accept them without regret. Together, we can learn to find comfort in what was once uncomfortable. We will then collaborate to build new techniques that enable you to grow resilient, find strength, and lead a life worth celebrating.

Whether you’re seeking support for your child, your teen, or yourself, therapy can help when life feels overwhelming. I work with children, teens, and parents navigating anxiety, ADHD, emotional outbursts, family conflict, life transitions, depression, and relationship challenges. Together, we’ll slow things down with curiosity and compassion, helping you understand the patterns shaping difficult moments so you can respond with greater confidence, strengthen communication, and create lasting change beyond the therapy room.

Dorothy Rose Forgione is a highly experienced, dually licensed therapist with over 20 years in private practice and more than 30 years of clinical experience. She has worked across a wide range of settings, including Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), parole groups, and co-occurring disorder groups.

Dorothy has extensive experience treating a broad spectrum of mental health conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizotypal and Schizoid Personality Disorders, Antisocial Personality Disorder, depression, PTSD, and all phases of addiction. She is also a co-occurring disorders specialist and advanced hypnotherapist. Her work spans individuals and couples, with a strong track record of successful outcomes.