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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.
Hello there! My name is Anjelica and I look forward to learning more about you! I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience in the field. I received my BA in Psychology from Penn State and my MSW from Walden University. The majority of my experience as a young social worker came from a large community mental health agency in Ocean County, NJ. I spent a lot of time with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness (schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, major depression, trauma, ext). One of my favorite populations to work with are the homeless. I spent years working for PATH in the community and found this work exceptionally rewarding. I also worked for a time with local police departments as the department social worker. Another population I enjoy working with is teens. My graduate internship was at a shelter for children and adolescents aged 10-19 who were homelessness or waiting for foster placement. I have experience working with children, teens, adults, and seniors in an outpatient therapeutic setting.
I am a board -certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a passion for helping individuals achieve mental wellness through personalized, evidence-based care. I earned my Masters of Science in Nursing with a specialization in psychiatry and have several years of experience working with diverse populations in both in person and tele-psychiatry settings. My clinical focus includes mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, trauma-related conditions and life traditions. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard and empowered.
Experience working with youth and young adults who struggle with anxiety, school-refusal, emotional regulation and adjustment, Autism, gender dysphoria, social anxiety, trauma, and ODD. Has also worked with adults in various settings, with a variety of concerns and feels a special connection with the geriatric population. Believes patience and understanding is key to developing a positive therapeutic relationship.
Nice to meet you all. I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to grow as a clinician while supporting others. The first half of my career I spent working with adolescents in schools and in their homes as a therapist. I gained a deep appreciation for their resilience, insight and growth. I currently work with adults who have both mental and physical challenges providing compassionate, person-centered care.
I've spent ten years in mental health — nine of them in the intersection of addiction and trauma — and what I've learned is that clinical tools only work when they're explained in ways people can actually use outside the therapy room.
My approach is energetic and practical: I break things down in plain language, connect them to real-life situations, and help clients build skills they can apply immediately. I work with adults on anxiety, PTSD, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, OCD, BPD, infertility, family stress, and relationship challenges.
As a Native American therapist, I bring cultural awareness and lived understanding to my work — especially for clients navigating identity, systemic barriers, and experiences that don't always fit standard clinical frameworks.
I’m Dr. Obianuju C. N. Ogbonnia-Okoye, DNP, PMHNP-BC, APN, MSN, MBA, founder of BeYou Psychiatry Associates LLC. I provide compassionate, high-quality mental health care for children, teens, adults, and families through personalized telehealth services designed around your unique needs. I support clients facing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and life transitions while creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you set meaningful goals, feel heard, and build lasting emotional wellness with care that fits your life and supports positive outcomes, with kindness at each step.
I'm Mike Ellis, and I specialize in helping parents and loved ones of addicts and alcoholics create a home environment that fosters lasting recovery.
I founded Advocate to Awareness nonprofit in 2015 which has provided teaching /consultation services for schools and various service providers. The program initiatives address substance abuse and addictions among youth and young adults.
I worked as an in-home therapist to assist families develop coping skills to assist loved ones manage anger and drug related issues for 15 years. I have also worked at Honor Ridge Academy School located in Clark, NJ as a School Counselor/Behavioral Manager since 2007.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and PhD with 25 years experience working with adults, children and youth. My goal is to help you in your path towards feeling better, and experiencing an improved sense of confidence, self-esteem and functioning in your life. My specialties include adoption issues, LGBTQ issues and women's issues. I also specialize in depression, anxiety, elderly issues, disability, and stress reduction.
When life feels heavy, it's easy to feel disconnected from yourself, your relationships, or the direction you want your life to take. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, grief, or major life transitions—and unsure of how to move forward.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor serving adolescents and adults in Florida and New Jersey, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we'll identify what's contributing to your struggles, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools that support healing, resilience, and meaningful change.
I'm Jessica Saraiva, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults, children, adolescents, and families. I currently serve as a school social worker and maintain a clinical practice providing individual and family counseling.
I hold my LCSW, NJ School Social Worker Certification, and a Certificate in Promoting Child & Adolescent Well-Being from Rutgers University, where I earned my Master of Social Work with a 4.0 GPA.
My experience includes supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges, as well as helping children and adolescents with behavioral difficulties, social-emotional struggles, and school-related issues. I'm also bilingual in Portuguese, allowing me to serve clients in their preferred language.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your family, I'm here to help.
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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