Allendale, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Colleen Amundson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (MS, NCC, LPC) with a decade of experience, dedicated to guiding young adults and adults aged 18 and up through the therapeutic process. Her practice encompasses a range of challenges including depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief, and anger management. Committed to creating a safe and judgment-free environment, Colleen provides therapy that is in tune with each individual's needs and interests, allowing them to explore who they are at their core. She utilizes a blend of modalities such as Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Positive Psychology to ensure a personalized approach. Colleen is also known for incorporating Geek Therapy into her sessions, utilizing elements from comics, movies, and video games to enhance the therapeutic experience. With her supportive guidance, clients can uncover their unique magic and find their balance on this transformative journey.

Janet Anne Bertelli, an experienced Clinical Social Worker and Therapist with credentials as an MSW and LCSW, understands the future her clients deserve is attainable. She recognizes that those seeking therapy are often navigating through emotional pain, which may stem from loss, trauma, or challenging life transitions. Her clients might also face patterns of troubled relationships or self-sabotaging behaviors that hinder their goals and peace of mind. With over 30 years of experience as a nurse and social worker, Janet provides a safe and nonjudgmental space for individuals, couples, adolescents, and families ready to transform their lives and learn new, sustainable ways of being. Her direct and collaborative approach fosters an engaging therapeutic journey, where the first step is building a trusting relationship that guides clients toward the brighter future they seek.

Finding the right therapist can often be a long and confusing journey for individuals seeking support for their loved ones. Ronald Battiston understands the importance of selecting a professional with the right experience and training to affect positive change. With a decade of experience as a Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, he offers compassionate, evidence-based treatment tailored for children, adolescents, and families facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, academic struggles, and parent-child conflicts. Ronald's therapeutic approach is informed by his extensive clinical training and experience in various high-impact roles, including serving as Program Manager for New Jersey's largest behavioral health nonprofit and Lead Clinician for the state's most expansive therapeutic foster care program. His expertise extends to crisis counseling for children at significant risk. Ronald is dedicated to creating a strong sense of safety and trust within the therapeutic relationship while utilizing proven therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and others. His goal is to help clients achieve remission from their symptoms, empowering them to complete their treatment with pride and accomplishment.