Parlin, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Life can often lead individuals through unexpected twists and turns. On the outside, everything might seem fine, yet on the inside, many feel overwhelmed and confused about their true selves. Whether grappling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or interpersonal challenges, individuals can benefit immensely from counseling. Take, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in various practices, specializes in individual counseling for adolescents and adults. They focus on empowering clients to enhance their insight into personal struggles, develop effective coping skills, and face each day with renewed confidence. With a deep-seated passion for guiding others, Take employs a tailored approach utilizing Positive Psychology, Trauma-Focused therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral techniques, adapting treatment to meet the unique needs of each client. The journey to commit to counseling can be formidable, and Take recognizes this brave first step toward change. They are dedicated to supporting clients through the transformative process, creating a safe space for growth and healing.

Fc, a dually licensed professional counselor in Mental Health and Substance Abuse, takes a person-centered, mindful, and solution-focused approach to therapy. They collaborate with clients to craft individualized plans that highlight strengths and resources, while also identifying obstacles to happiness and well-being. Fc specializes in helping individuals navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, anger, grief, loss, trauma, and difficult adjustments, providing confidential, individual counseling in a private and safe setting through TELEHEALTH. Fc holds various certifications in trauma, grief and loss, military family life, and gambling. Their evidence-based therapies and techniques help clients understand the intricate relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while enhancing interpersonal communication and self-regulation skills to manage stress and overcome life's obstacles. With experience in diverse residential and outpatient treatment settings, Fc has successfully worked with a wide range of populations, including teenagers, adults, seniors, veterans, first responders, families, and couples. Fc earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Montclair State University.

Cassandra Rushin is a compassionate and skilled Licensed Clinical Social Worker with certifications including LCSW-R and CCTP. Practicing in New York, Colorado, and New Jersey, she has dedicated her career to supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families across various settings. Cassandra’s approach to therapy is rooted in a deep understanding of the healing process, where she partners with clients to navigate their journey towards wellness. She is attentive to each individual's autonomy and life experiences, ensuring a personalized therapeutic experience. Utilizing an array of techniques including Brainspotting, mindfulness-based therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and solution-focused therapy, she strives to help clients achieve balance and well-being. Cassandra recognizes that life can pose challenges affecting thoughts and emotions, and she approaches these complexities with empathy and understanding. Her belief that ‘scars remind us where we’ve been but don’t dictate where we’re going’ resonates deeply in her practice.