Trauma & PTSD
We provide a wide range of mental health services specifically tailored to the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender) communities. In addition, all our services, whether individual, couple, or group counseling, focus on the unique aspects of growing up and living as a sexual or gender minority.We use an affirmative, empathic approach that helps people of all backgrounds understand how stigmatizing and marginalizing experiences shape the ways that they feel about themselves and others. We recognize these experiences can be an emotional process and offer a supportive and safe environment tailored to our community.Our licensed LGBTQ therapists have specialized training and the experience necessary to help you along the way.Please contact us and we can discuss your individual needs.
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Chris Warren-Dickins
Specializes in working affirmatively with members of the LGBTQ+ community. Chris is non-binary and queer, and Chris has spent years as a psychotherapist helping people to explore issues that directly and indirectly relate to their sexuality, and their gender identity. This includes empowering people to work through anxiety, depression, anger, familial estrangement, discrimination, and relationship conflict (at home and at work). Chris is a Professional Affiliate of the Society for the Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (American Psychological Association).
Mia Howard
Specializes in children & Adolescents, Trauma, Domestic Violence, Depression & Bi-Polar Disorders.
Greg R. Ieraci
Identifies as a gay, cisgender male (pronouns he/him/his).
In addition, I provide the following services: Depression and Bipolar Disorders, OCD and Anxiety Disorders, Trauma, Transgender Mental Health (detailed on the website), Sex Therapy and Sexual Health (detailed on the website), Couples Psychotherapy.
I utilize a blended model within counseling sessions which includes (but is not limited to) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Hypnotherapy (primarily for anxiety), Mindfulness Mediation and Relaxation, Internal Family Systems Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.
Angelina Valentin, LCSW
I identify as She/her/they/them, offer LGBT affirming therapy to gender-variant, nonbinary and transgender youths and adults. My training is from the Center's LIFT program in NYC - LGBT Institute for Family Therapy.
Specialties: mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and transgender health. I'm trained in TF-CBT, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy and ERPT, exposure response prevention therapy.
At the moment, I am only offering telehealth services. My hours are Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am to 6:00pm. I'm in network with Aetna, Meritain, Columbia Student Plan, Anthem/Empire, Horizon BlueCross BlueShield and out of network with Cigna and United Health Care. I am licensed in both New York and New Jersey.
I offer a sliding scale fee based on necessity. My rates for uninsured clients range from $145 - $200.
Anyone interested can find me on psychology today or on my website and complete the inquiry form for an appointment request, or they can reach me at (201) 381-1308. Email is best angelina@valentincs.com for a quicker response.
Susan Donnelly, LCSW
Susan Donnelly, MSW, LCSW has been a practicing psychotherapist in Bergen County for over 30 years. In addition to private practice, she has held Clinical, Administrative, and Supervisory positions in public and private agencies.
She is former Chair of the Bergen County Mental Health Board.
She has also served on the Juvenile Conference Committee of the Family Court, Racial Justice Committee, the Community Relations Advisory Board of Ridgewood and Glen Rock, and the board of CarePlusNJ.
Specialties: Trauma recovery, including childhood abuse & neglect, sexual assault, combat, traumatic losses and EMDR.Marital and family therapy, including pre-marital counseling, and divorce counseling. Children and adolescent therapy, including family, school, behavioral and emotional problems. Parents are encouraged to participate in the process. Parental coaching, including step-parenting. Anxiety and panic attacks. Work and career stress. Grief and loss. Spirituality, for clients who might wish to include their faith or spirituality as part of healing. Susan is familiar with many faith traditions.
Susan has a reputation for genuine empathy and a sense of humor.
Her office is wheelchair accessible.