Parsippany, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Susan Fishlock is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding qualifications as an LCSW and MSW. She understands that individuals may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, or depressed when navigating life's challenges. Many people across different life stages face hurdles, and Susan possesses the expertise to guide them through. With a strengths-based approach, she emphasizes recognizing the progress clients have made in addressing their difficulties. Colleagues and clients alike have noted her approachable demeanor, whether discussing a challenging day at work or addressing deeper, long-term issues. Susan is certified and experienced in various areas, including Family Therapy through the Multicultural Family Institute and work with adoptive and foster children and their families in collaboration with Rutgers University. Her experience also extends to supporting victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence through JBWS, as well as aiding children and families impacted by trauma, anxiety, and related disorders. She offers LSW supervision and draws from her broad life experience as a mother, daughter, sister, and wife, navigating multiple life stages. As a first-generation immigrant, Susan recognizes the significance of family, culture, migration, birth order, gender, sexual orientation, and socio-economic status, all of which she integrates into her work with clients. Through her diverse modalities, including play therapy and trauma-focused interventions, Susan aims to provide holistic and effective therapeutic support to individuals, couples, families, and children.

Maria Arrington, a dedicated and compassionate Pre-Licensed Professional with an MSW and LSW, embodies a strengths-based perspective in her therapeutic practice. She understands that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all solution and believes each individual comes equipped with unique gifts and strengths. Maria collaborates closely with her clients to help them identify their aspirations and encourages them to utilize their existing abilities while also learning new skills to achieve their goals. Her commitment to fostering trust and rapport lays a strong foundation for meaningful connections and healing to take place. With over 10 years of experience in trauma-informed care, Maria specializes in addressing a diverse range of issues, including grief, adoption, and family systems dynamics. She sees therapy as an inviting space where clients can arrive just as they are, working together to recognize their potential and build upon their strengths to create the fulfilling life they envision.

Kristina Artimova, a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, NCC, is a highly skilled therapist dedicated to guiding individuals on their journey toward mental well-being. With a degree from La Salle University, Kristina has been empowering preteens, teens, and adults since her graduation in 2012. She specializes in addressing women's issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions, helping clients navigate these profound experiences with compassion and understanding. Kristina employs a diverse range of therapeutic modalities, including Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Trauma-Focused approaches, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), ensuring her clients receive tailored support. Her humanistic and existential therapies foster a genuine connection and self-exploration, while techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing guide clients toward their goals. Whether working with couples or individuals, Kristina's warm and insightful approach creates a safe space for personal growth and healing.