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Having come from the foster care system, I can relate to and understand the importance of mentorship, resilience, acceptance, and ...
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Having come from the foster care system, I can relate to and understand the importance of mentorship, resilience, acceptance, and access to social supports.
Alexander "Alex" Arici is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience, who specializes in the treatment of individuals experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, personality disorders, and more. He is passionate about serving the needs of youth and young adults, as well as any who are navigating the struggles of managing life transitions throughout middle and late adulthood.
Alex was able to complete a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University. He is a former foster care youth with personal experiences of navigating "the system" with all of its ups and downs. His eclectic approach draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing (MI).
Life is complicated and hard enough as it is with all its joys and hardships. Therapy can be a place for you to be and express yourself without having to worry about what anyone else thinks about you. It's a place for you to safely self-reflect and build the life you desire. Alex cares about your growth and well-being. Go online or give the office a call to start working with him: You'll learn the tools, techniques, and strategies that you'll need to navigate this thing we call life.
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I am a male therapist with 10 years of clinical experience. During my career, I have gained extensive training on how to be a mult...
I am a male therapist with 10 years of clinical experience. During my career, I have gained extensive training on how to be a multiculturally competent therapist. This has allowed me to work with people of different races, cultures, and ethnic backgrounds. I create an atmosphere of trust with my clients while building a therapeutic relationship. By demonstrating empathy, sympathy, and positive regard, I give my clients a space to be themselves while they work on becoming their better selves.
Georges Dubois is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate about working with adults, families, and couples. Georges specializes in depression, drug and alcohol use, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. During his career, Georges has worked in a variety of mental health settings including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient programs. Georges completed his Master of Science in Psychological Counseling at Monmouth University.
Georges has also worked with different populations that include adolescents/young adults, adults, clients in recovery, and couples. Georges utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.
Wherever you are in your mental health journey, Georges would love to play a role in helping you become the best version of yourself. He firmly believes that every therapist needs a therapist, and knows the importance of developing a good therapeutic relationship with one’s therapist. He looks forward to talking to you soon. Be well.
I understand how isolating it can feel to navigate life’s challenges without support, which is why I’m passionate about creating a...
I understand how isolating it can feel to navigate life’s challenges without support, which is why I’m passionate about creating a space where you feel seen, heard and understood.
Hi, I'm Nahshira McKay, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. I work with clients navigating identity, relationship concerns, emotional regulation, and life transitions, and I strive to create a space where you can show up as your full, authentic self—without fear of judgment. I earned my Master of Social Work from Rutgers University. Working with diverse populations facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and co-occurring challenges has shaped my ability to meet you where you are—whether you're overwhelmed, stuck, or looking for support, clarity, and growth.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and strengths-based. I believe you already have the capacity for change, and my role is to help you tap into those strengths while building practical tools along the way. I incorporate evidence-based practices like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailored to your unique needs.
I'm especially passionate about working with individuals exploring their identity, as well as couples and families who want to improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connections. My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to create meaningful, lasting change in your life.
As a trauma-informed therapist grounded in social justice, I believe that people’s experiences don’t occur in a vacuum, and I’m co...
As a trauma-informed therapist grounded in social justice, I believe that people’s experiences don’t occur in a vacuum, and I’m committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where you feel heard, seen, and empowered to pursue your goals.
Agnes Kontoh is a Licensed Social Worker with 2 years of experience providing therapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families in various mental health settings. Agnes integrates a trauma-informed and social justice-oriented perspective into her practice, ensuring that each client feels seen, heard, and supported in the context of their lived experience. Agnes has worked with clients navigating depression, trauma, anxiety, substance misuse, and ADHD.
Agnes earned a Master’s in Social Work from Montclair State University. She draws on evidence-based modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, Christian counselling, strengths-based therapy, solution-focused therapy, and family systems theory.
Agnes believes that healing begins with connection and empowerment. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply need someone to talk to, she welcomes you to reach out. Agnes is ready to meet you where you are and walk alongside you on your journey toward healing and personal growth.
Healing from trauma is a brave step, and I’m honored to walk alongside you in a safe and supportive space. We'll use cognitive pro...
Healing from trauma is a brave step, and I’m honored to walk alongside you in a safe and supportive space. We'll use cognitive processing therapy to help you find your strength and move forward, always at your own pace.
Maria Muñoz is a Licensed Associate Counselor with 8 years of experience supporting clients through life’s most difficult seasons. She specializes in trauma and works with adolescents and young adults navigating depression, anxiety, and identity challenges. Maria provides a warm, safe, and culturally responsive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and goals. She empowers clients to build resilience through unconditional acceptance, radical self-compassion, and evidence-based practices.
Maria earned her Master’s in Counseling from Cairn University. She integrates cognitive processing therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients. Her approach is rooted in cultural humility, emotional safety, and client-paced growth.
Maria helps clients feel seen, heard, and accepted while guiding them through healing and personal growth. She works collaboratively, offering tools to manage life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. Maria is passionate about reminding clients they don’t have to face their struggles alone—she’ll walk alongside them every step of the way.
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Relationship counseling, also known as couples-therapy and marriage counseling, helps couples work through their specific relationship issues. It is led by licensed professionals — often licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFTs) — who are experts in their field and best equipped to help couples. Some examples of common focuses within relationship counseling include:
Relationship counseling works by helping couples identify and better navigate their unique challenges. Following an initial assessment of the couple in terms of strengths and needs, the therapist would then discuss their therapeutic goals and any possible approaches or ways of working together as therapist and couple.Couples attend sessions together, whether they meet in person or by video. In addition to regular couples therapy sessions, each partner may also be asked to attend a few individual sessions to supplement their progress. This will allow their counselor to get to know each individual better, assess each of their personal needs, and develop the very best treatment plan moving forward.
Thriveworks relationship counseling in Red Bank is conducted both in person and virtually via online counseling. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you and your partner.
On average, couples attend relationship counseling for 12 weeks. However, relationship counseling may last longer or shorter, dependent on the couples’ needs, the challenges they’d like to work through, and the pace of their progress.
With the right tools and practices, your relationship can be as fruitful and happy as it was in the beginning. Thriveworks in Red Bank, NJ has relationship counselors who are here to walk alongside both of you as we traverse the crazy world of love.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, give us a call at 732-606-4469.
Some common issues our Red Bank relationship counselors help couples walk through include:
There is never a too small or too big problem for our relationship counselors! Everything from recovering from cheating to petty arguments are important because they affect you and your health. So, whatever you are experiencing, Thriveworks Red Bank offers a safe spot for you and your loved one to heal and grow together.
Thriveworks Red Bank believes every person is unique, and that makes every relationship unique. This means that there is no one-size fits all counseling strategy. You deserve something that will fit your situation, goals, and individual personality. Every relationship has their own rhythm to it, and each one wants to grow into something different. Our job is not to judge where you are going but to help you get there in a healthy, lasting matter.
With that in mind, couples therapy doesn’t have a set of rules or regulations. A Red Bank couples therapist will take the first session to talk to you and your partner through what counseling will look like for you. We’ll talk goals, possible setbacks, and first steps. We strive to create an interactive environment—we are partners in the counseling process, not leader and follower. Couples therapists might be the experts in relationship psychology and know all the techniques to help you, but you are still the expert on yourself and on your relationship, and that is equally as important.
A few of the specifics we might talk about include:
Relationships can be a life-giving source when they are healthy, and a toxic, life-taking source when they are unhealthy. You deserve what is best for you and your relationship. It can be hard to see what this is through the love and heartbreak of a relationship, and that is where Thriveworks Red bank Couples Therapy steps in. We are excited to meet you and your partner and start down the path of healing and growth together.
To schedule a session or learn more, call us at 732-606-4469.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Red Bank is located near Mechanic Street and Globe Court, off Highway 35. It is right by the south part of the Navesink River and by the Riverside Gardens Park.
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