Medford, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Susan Clark is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor who understands that seeking a happier life often requires support. She recognizes that navigating major losses or life changes can be profoundly challenging, and that feelings of disconnection from loved ones can hinder one's experience of love and support. Susan's expertise spans various age groups, including preteens, children aged 6 to 10, teens, adults, and elders over 65, ensuring that she can cater to specific needs. She specializes in addressing top issues such as anxiety, family conflict, and child emotional struggles. With a wide array of therapeutic approaches—including Expressive Arts, EMDR, Family Systems, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy—Susan empowers her clients to discover effective strategies and tools essential for personal wellness and nurturing important relationships. She fosters an environment where clients can explore and understand their feelings in a supportive way, as she knows that making the first step towards therapy can be daunting. Many of her clients have expressed a desire to have reached out for help sooner, and Susan is here to ensure that the journey goes at each client’s pace. Their feelings and ideas are valued, and together, they work towards manageable goals that pave the way for a healthier future. Susan is ready to support individuals and families in cultivating deeper connections and resilience as they navigate life’s complexities.

Welcome to Peaceful Practices! Steve Ahern is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 19 years of experience in the field. He believes that effective counseling is a collaborative journey between the therapist and client, providing a unique opportunity to explore aspirations and uncover barriers to personal growth. Steve's goal is to guide individuals from feeling stuck in their lives to achieving a sense of balance, empowering them to discern what is worth keeping and what needs to be released for a greater sense of control. By helping clients let go of negative emotions, anger, anxiety, and trauma, Steve connects them with the inherent wisdom and strength necessary for crafting a happier, more purposeful life. He specializes in working with clients struggling with trauma and PTSD, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD), and mood disorders. Steve utilizes a comprehensive approach that includes mindfulness-based therapies, cognitive-behavioral therapy, trauma-focused methods, and exposure response prevention. His nonjudgmental, direct style fosters an environment where individuals can begin to see themselves as valuable and worthy, ultimately creating their own path to happiness. Steve looks forward to supporting clients on their journey to wellness.

Karen Ann Brook is a compassionate and skilled Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding credentials as an LCSW and BCD, with a Master’s in Social Work from Temple University, where she graduated in 1981. With a wealth of experience working with diverse age groups, including preteens, children, teens, adults, and elders, she is dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique challenges of each individual. Karen specializes in helping clients navigate through issues such as anxiety and relationship difficulties. Her approach to therapy is integrative, combining various methods including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Psychodynamic principles to ensure a personalized experience. Whether working with couples, families, or individuals, Karen’s warm demeanor fosters a supportive environment for growth and healing.