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Hello there! I am an LPC and have over 10 plus years of experience in a variety of mental health backgrounds and over 5 years experience as a mental health provider. I have worked in many different environments including partial hospitalization, outpatient, working with Adoption with DCPP, and parenting group settings. I currently work with anxiety, depression, adjustment, and low self-esteem.

I am a dual Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over 16 years of healthcare experience and 10 years in advanced practice. My background in critical care, hospital medicine, primary care, and behavioral health allows me to provide comprehensive, whole-person care that addresses both mental and physical well-being.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, stress, trauma-related concerns, and other mental health challenges.

Hi, I'm Julie Mendizabal, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida. I'm bilingual and offer therapy in both English and Spanish (ofrezco terapia en español).

I specialize in helping individuals and couples feel heard, understood, and empowered. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, or a life transition that's left you unsteady, I offer a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore what's happening and find lasting change. Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you're already carrying so much — so if you're feeling uncertain, stuck, or simply know that something needs to change, you're not alone, and you don't have to face it on your own.

Great to meet you!

Therapy should be a place where you don't have to censor yourself or worry about being judged. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, intimacy and sexual concerns, identity, self-esteem, and major life transitions. My approach is warm, affirming, sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, and grounded in the belief that therapy should feel collaborative rather than clinical or intimidating. I especially enjoy helping clients better understand themselves, recognize patterns that are no longer serving them, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful change in their lives.

I am honored to be part of your journey toward better mental health and well-being. As your counselor, I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where we can explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges together.

I am a licensed mental health counselor with 5 plus years of providing clinical services for children, adolescents and adults. I provide therapy in Spanish as well.

https://www.mindbodyandsoulmhc.com

Evelyn Rosa, MSN, PMHNP-BC is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in child, adolescent, and adult mental health. At Beyond Mental Health and Wellness, patients receive comprehensive, evidence-based psychiatric evaluations and personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs. With a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, Evelyn provides expert care for conditions including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, and more—helping patients regain balance, clarity, and control of their lives.

Bigy Thomas, MSN, PMHNP-BC

Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

You deserve a care plan that sees the whole person—not just a 15-minute prescription.

Taking the first step toward mental wellness can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. I believe true healing happens in a trusted partnership. In our sessions, you will find a safe, non-judgmental space where your voice is heard, your story is respected, and your personal goals guide every decision we make together.

How We Will Work Together:

• Care Beyond Medication: While precision medication management can be an effective tool, it is only one part of healing. I actively integrate evidence-based therapy skills (including CBT and Motivational Interviewing) to help you build practical, lasting coping strategies.
• Mind-Body Connection: With more than 25 years of extensive clinical nursing experience, I look closely at how your physical health, sleep, stress, and lifestyle influence how you feel mentally and emotionally.
• Culturally Sensitive & Personalized: Your background, values, and lived experiences matter. We will tailor your care to fit who you are and what you care about most.

Whether you are coping with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or major life transitions, we will work together at your pace to help you regain balance and feel empowered in your daily life.

Hi, I’m Jessica, a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, and Certified Clinical Trauma professional, but more importantly a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to be heavy all the time. I combine heart, humor, and evidence-based techniques to help you make real, lasting change.

Deeply experienced regarding addiction and its co-occurring disorders, as well as family and relationship dynamics.

I’m Brenda Gadson, a Professional Counselor with a Master in Counseling from Kean College of New Jersey. My training has prepared me to support children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, identity questions, and life transitions. I also have a special interest in supporting LGBTQ+ clients and people working through gender dysphoria, transgender-related concerns, dissociative identity, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, and women’s issues.

My Name is Jatinder Baring. I am a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a Doctorate in Nursing Practice. I have over 6 years of experience in prescribing psychotropic medications and over 18 years in the psychiatric field overall. I have worked in various mental health settings, including Inpatient Psychiatric Units, Emergency Rooms, Outpatient, Acute Outpatient Services, and Crisis Management clinics. I am licensed and will be serving New Jersey Residents only.

With 29 years of experience in the field, I remain deeply committed to helping individuals and families impacted by the far-reaching effects of mental illness and every day life stressors. I believe meaningful change begins when clients feel safe, seen, heard and supported. I create a nurturing, emotionally safe environment and emphasizes the importance of a strong therapeutic relationship as the foundation for healing. Known for my nonjudgmental, compassionate approach.

My work is collaborative and individualized, integrating evidence-based practices through a trauma-informed and attachment-based lens. I draw from cognitive-behavioral, strengths-based, and relational approaches while incorporating Sandplay Therapy, expressive and play-based techniques, mind-body practices, meditation, stress management, and psychoeducation. When clinically appropriate, these methods are thoughtfully blended into a comprehensive approach that supports healing, growth, and overall wellness.

I earned my undergraduate degree in Family Studies from the University of Maryland in 1998. After returning to New Jersey, I began working in community mental health while pursuing my Master of Social Work at Rutgers University, graduating magna cum laude in 2002. I completed three years of study and specialized training in Sandplay Therapy. I went on to provide intensive in-home family and individual therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and parents in crisis. After four years of postgraduate supervision and clinical work, I earned my Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential in 2008.

I continued to provide therapeutic services through New Jersey’s Children’s System of Care and I also worked in outpatient settings, supporting children, teens, adults, and parents.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Perinatal Mental Health-Certified (PMH-C) therapist, I specialize in perinatal mental health, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other therapeutic modalities (IPT, DBT, IFS) to help women reduce anxiety and depression during this season. With a background in women's studies, I offer personalized and compassionate support for moms, moms-to-be, and women in all seasons.