Wanaque, NJ Local Support & Community Resources

Lore Denver-Basil is a highly experienced therapist and clinical social worker, offering a compassionate and knowledgeable approach to personal healing and growth. With 35 years of dedicated practice, she has empowered countless individuals to overcome barriers that stand in the way of their desired life, including addiction, unhealthy relationships, abuse, depression, and anxiety. Lore’s unique path began in nursing, where she developed a passion for helping patients recover, which propelled her to pursue an MSW and specialize in emotional healing techniques. She employs a Whole Person Approach in her therapeutic practice, integrating methodologies like Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Couples and Sex Therapy. This multifaceted approach allows her clients to experience rapid trauma resolution and emotional recovery. Lore’s warm and creative nature fosters a supportive atmosphere where patients feel safe to address their most challenging issues. Her blend of compassion, humor, and professionalism creates a therapeutic environment conducive to transformation and fulfillment.

Cory Birch is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) who understands the pressures and struggles that individuals face in their daily lives. Their practice is focused on forming meaningful therapeutic relationships that empower clients to develop personalized strategies and techniques to overcome challenges and reach their unique treatment goals. Specializing in tele-mental health counseling, Cory offers individual and family sessions, allowing clients the comfort and convenience of therapy from home. With over a decade of experience, Cory has worked with a range of demographics, addressing top issues like anxiety, peer relationships, and coping skills. They expertly implement Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) techniques, ensuring that each session is tailored to guide clients toward improved life choices and effective communication. Cory's commitment to meeting clients where they are makes their therapeutic approach both compassionate and effective.

Ayana Dasilva is a licensed Clinical Social Worker and Therapist, holding MSW, LCSW, and CEIM credentials. At Growtherapy, she embodies the belief that growth is within the hands of each individual, emphasizing that self-awareness is key to achieving wholeness. Through a tailored approach, Ayana offers a diverse array of treatment modalities to meet the unique needs of her clients, whether they are preteens, teens, adults, or elders. She views the client-therapist relationship as a collaborative journey and intentionally honors the cultural diversity that influences her clients' experiences. Ayana's skills include Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused techniques, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), as well as various family systems approaches. She is proud to have her practice rooted in the principles of mindfulness, strength, and empathy and is licensed in both New Jersey and Georgia.