Find a therapist in Toms River, NJ — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Toms River, NJ accepting new patients
Find mental health support in Toms River across neighborhoods like Downtown, Ortley Beach, and Holiday City. Headway connects you with 4,267 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person sessions. Most clients save 75% on care through insurance coverage, with many paying as low as $0 per session.
With over a decade of dedicated experience in the field of substance use disorders (SUD), I have spent the majority of my career specializing in co-occurring mental health and addiction treatment. I am a dual-licensed professional in the state of New Jersey, holding credentials as both a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) and a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT). This unique background allows me to provide comprehensive, integrated care that addresses the complex intersection of substance use and relational or systemic mental health challenges.
Welcome to Complete Wellness Therapy Group!
Therapy tends to be most effective when there's a strong bond between the client and therapist. At Complete Wellness Therapy Group, I make it a priority to ensure that every client I work with feels truly heard, understood, and validated, empowering them to achieve their goals and create the positive changes they seek in their life.
Debra McKinney-Hill is a seasoned mental health and addictions therapist with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals, couples, and families through the challenges of mental health and substance misuse. Her extensive background includes working with a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to complex addiction recovery, always with compassion and a solution-focused mindset.
I believe that each person is the expert of their own life. At times, however, navigating challenges, life transitions, relationships, or emotional struggles can feel overwhelming, and having a supportive, objective person to talk to can make a meaningful difference.
My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Together, I am committed to helping you build insight, resilience, and confidence while working toward your personal goals.
I am a licensed therapist who brings a warm, direct, and collaborative approach to therapy. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel supported, understood, and empowered, while also being gently challenged in ways that promote growth and insight.
My work is grounded in EMDR, attachment theory, CBT-based skills, and solution-focused interventions. I tailor treatment to each individual and family, integrating these approaches to address both present-day concerns and deeper patterns that may be influencing emotions, relationships, and behavior.
I have extensive experience working with children and families and specialize in supporting parents as they build and strengthen secure attachment with their children.
In addition to parenting support, I work with adults experiencing mood disorders, stress, and overwhelm.
Whether clients are working toward healing, personal growth, or simply seeking a space to slow down and be present with their feelings, I strive to offer a supportive environment where all emotions are welcome.
I truly value the privilege of walking alongside clients as they grow, heal, and strengthen their connections.
Contact me for scheduling availability.
I am a mental health counselor who graduated with my MSEd from St. John's University with my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I incorporate various theories and view counseling as integrative and eclectic approach to best suit needs of patients. Several which I use include:CBT, REBT, CPT, Behavior Therapy & Mindfulness-based Interventions including: (DBT, MBCT, & MBSR). I also use Motivational Interviewing (MI), Gestalt, Existential, SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy) & others.
Balancing the demands of life these days can be stressful. I will work together with you to help support you with any stress, anxiety, or depression you may be experiencing. Sign up for a free 15 minute consultation appointment. I am currently accepting new clients and I am in network with several insurances. Let's work together to come up with coping strategies that work best for you to help you best handle a variety of life stressors and everyday pressures. I am a warm and caring person with years of experience in both Counseling and Education. I will work alongside you to give you the support you need as we problem solve and make connections to things together. In addition, I have experience and can help you to find helpful tools for better managing stress, anxiety, and depression.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Toms River, NJ
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Stress management
- 95%Depression
- 85%Relationship issues
- 76%Family issues
- 96%Aetna
- 84%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 78%Cigna
- 76%Oxford
- 100%English
- 5%Hebrew
- 4%Spanish
- 4%Yiddish
- 2%German
- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only
- 76%Woman
- 24%Man
- 51%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 29%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 15%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 2%Licensed Psychologist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
- 13%Child or adolescent therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Mental Health Therapist in Toms River, NJ
Searching for therapists in Toms River starts with finding someone whose experience fits what you want support with. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, or stress. As you compare Toms River therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your needs. Provider bios can also help you understand each therapist’s approach, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or support for couples and families.
In a smaller city like Toms River, local in-person appointment options may vary by neighborhood, schedule, and specialty. Virtual therapy can expand your choices across New Jersey while keeping care tied to a licensed New Jersey therapist. When narrowing your search, consider whether each therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that work with your calendar, and provides the session format you prefer. Reading profiles before booking can also help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and whether a free phone consultation is available.
Therapy in Toms River can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, show current availability, and are accepting new patients. You can browse therapists in Toms River, review bios, check estimated costs, and book directly when you’re ready.
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