South Orange, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Miranda Aaron, LCSW, is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and therapist who understands that relationships can be complicated, often leading to feelings of stress and frustration. She works with teens, adults, and elders, helping them navigate the complexities of communication with the people who matter most in their lives. Aiming to create an environment where individuals feel heard, understood, and supported, Miranda recognizes that sometimes, external and neutral support is necessary to address misunderstandings that may cloud intimate relationships. Through her expertise in various therapy types, including Pairs Therapy, Family Systems, and Positive Psychology, she assists clients in uncovering the underlying emotions behind their behaviors. Miranda believes in the power of empathetic listening and understanding, which enables her clients to achieve their goals and find relief from emotional distress. She fosters a safe and accepting environment, allowing her clients to feel calm and hopeful as they embark on their journey to deeper self-awareness and connection. With a non-judgmental approach, Miranda empowers those she works with to form honest and meaningful relationships, understanding that not all relationships need to reach the same place. Her engaging and warm presence is a beacon for those seeking clarity and fulfillment in their relational dynamics.

Regina Ann Schaefer is a dedicated Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who focuses on the individual as a unique entity navigating their environment. She provides therapy to adolescents and adults, utilizing various evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Modification, and Motivational Interviewing. Regina's practice is characterized by a strength-based and client-centered focus, ensuring that every therapeutic relationship is built on respect, affirmation, and cultural sensitivity. In her sessions, both in-person and through HIPAA compliant tele-health platforms, she empowers her clients to explore and reach their full potential across different life domains. Working in partnership with her clients, Regina helps them identify their personal goals and navigate the path towards achieving them, especially in addressing issues of stress and anxiety, while enhancing their coping skills.

Stephanie Anne Bourgeois is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over two decades of experience in the field, having begun her practice in 1997. She provides individual psychotherapy for children, adolescents, and adults, as well as couples and family therapy. Stephanie's approach is holistic, incorporating a variety of techniques such as trauma-focused therapy, EMDR, body psychotherapy, sandtray therapy, and reiki, among others. Her mission is to deliver compassionate support within an accepting and non-judgmental environment. Stephanie collaborates closely with each of her clients to construct personalized treatment plans, integrating methods that align with their unique needs. Her areas of specialization include issues relevant to children and adolescents, self-harming behaviors, depression, anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, infertility, parenting challenges, women's issues, relationship conflicts, and life transitions. With her eclectic therapeutic style, she artfully blends traditional therapies with innovative holistic practices, paving the way for clients to discover new paths toward wellness and personal growth.