Takeaway: Whether you and your loved ones are struggling with communication challenges, mental health issues, life changes, or simply want to grow closer as a family, we’re here to help. Our unique approach to family therapy in NJ can help you and your loved ones grow together. Get in touch today to start the process.
Our approach to family therapy
We know that all families are doing their best to be a healthy, happy, functioning unit. At the same time, challenges can get in the way and keep families from having the kinds of relationships that they want.
That’s where family therapy comes in. When you attend therapy together, you can get the support (and tools) you need to grow stronger than ever.
Family therapy (also called family counseling) is a form of psychotherapy that involves the entire family unit. You and your loved ones will work with a trained mental health professional to identify the struggles that you’re facing, learn more about each other, and find creative solutions to your challenges.
We use many different methods to help you and your family, including play therapy, CBT, and more. We may also recommend engaging in individual therapy alongside your work in family counseling. Most importantly, we work with you to customize your family’s treatment plan based on your exact needs, struggles, and goals.
Meet our top-rated family therapists in New Jersey
At Love Play Grow, our highly trained therapists have rich hands-on experience helping children and families in different settings. Get to know us here and reach out once you’re ready to schedule your free consultation.
Kerri Adams
Kerri has years of experience supporting and advocating for families and has an intimate understanding of how a family member’s mental illness can impact the entire family. She is passionate about giving her clients the coping skills they need to thrive.
- Credentials: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Registered Play Therapist (RPT)
- Education: Master’s Degree from New Jersey City University
- Modalities Used: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Play Therapy
- Specialty Areas: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Family Trauma, Mindfulness and Meditation, Perinatal Mental Health, Performance Anxiety, Sports-Related Anxiety
Christina Eromenok
Christina has specialized experience in supporting families with children with disabilities, as well as children who have experienced trauma. She is passionate about being both a grounding and empowering force for families navigating challenges.
- Credentials: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Registered Play Therapist (RPT)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University
- Modalities Used: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (T-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR), Play Therapy
- Specialty Areas: Children with Disabilities, Navigating the Special Education Process, Trauma
Rachel Prager
Rachel’s experience supporting families in different settings has given her a diverse skill set to help families with a variety of challenges and goals. She takes a client-centered approach, meaning she respects each person as the expert of their own experience.
- Credentials: New Jersey Licensed Social Worker (LSW), New York Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University
Beth Mitatov
Beth has a background in school-based settings, as well as experience in art and design. This allows her to use creativity when supporting her clients. Beth enjoys fostering meaningful, supportive relationships with each family she works with.
- Credentials: Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from Ramapo College of New Jersey
- Specialty Areas: ADHD, Anxiety, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Grief and Loss
Veronika Midthassel
Veronika has experience supporting children and families through different mental health diagnoses and family dynamics. She recognizes that one person’s challenges can affect the entire family unit, so she encourages all members to attend family therapy and be part of the therapy process.
- Credentials: Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work from Rutgers University
FAQs about family therapy
What are the different types of family counseling?
Therapists use many different methods to help families. At Love Play Grow, we use techniques like play therapy, sand tray therapy, CBT, DBT, and more depending on your family’s situation and what you hope to get out of our work together.
Other family therapists might use different techniques. Family systems therapy, emotionally focused therapy (EFT), structural family therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy are a few other methods that family counselors use.
What is the difference between a family therapist and a family counselor?
The terms “family therapy” and “family counseling” are often used interchangeably. However, sometimes people may use them in reference to different services.
Helping professionals in different settings, like schools or the foster care system, might be called “counselors” because they support families. Yet, they may not be licensed therapists.
At Love Play Grow, all of our clinicians are licensed therapists with a graduate degree in their field, thousands of hours of clinical practice, and advanced training and certification in various areas.
What is the difference between family and group counseling?
Family counseling and group counseling are similar in the sense that they both take place with a group of people. However, family counseling takes place with a group of several family members versus a group of strangers with similar challenges.
Group therapy is typically centered around a certain theme, such as learning coping skills for anxiety. The people who attend are individuals who resonate with the topic and are interested in getting support from others navigating similar issues.
In family therapy, you’ll work through family challenges, strengthen your relationships with each other, learn conflict resolution skills, and more.
Family therapy in New Jersey can help you grow together.
Our counselors are here to help you and your family work through whatever challenges you’re facing and come out the other side feeling more connected than ever. Whether you’re navigating grief, substance abuse, divorce, behavioral problems, or other challenges, we’re here to support you. Our boutique family therapy practice is a safe space for you and your loved ones to get the support you need to thrive!
