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Deirdre Arato

Therapist(She/Her)
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

My journey began as a deeply personal quest for healing, shaped by significant challenges such as abandonment, neglect, and trauma. Overcoming hardships like poverty, familial substance abuse, and toxic relationships led me to a lifelong struggle with anxiety and feelings of isolation. In my search for relief, I explored countless self-help resources, pursued degrees in psychology, and experimented with therapeutic techniques, yet nothing seemed to offer lasting change.

Everything shifted for me about three years ago when I experienced a transformative moment that inspired the creation of the Blue Lotus Approach. This method has not only helped me heal but has also profoundly impacted my clients, guiding them toward self-awareness and resilience.

My approach to therapy

The Blue Lotus offers a refreshing, uncommon approach to mental health therapy that goes beyond traditional methods. The integration of traditional wisdom with modern psychology, neuroscience, and quantum physics creates a more comprehensive approach, nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. Through my therapeutic guidance, you will learn to navigate your emotions with greater clarity and compassion, ultimately leading to a fulfilling and authentic life.

This journey of transformation not only addresses mental health challenges but also fosters a deeper understanding of yourself and your environment, resulting in sustainable healing and growth. Together, we can create the life you truly desire.

What you can expect from me

Today, my practice embodies my personal journey, research, and healing experiences, allowing me to help others navigate their paths to holistic wellness—mind, body, and soul.

I am certified in Neuro-Psychotherapy and Trans Affirmative Care. My practice stands apart from commercial and corporate-based mental health organizations because I offer clinical expertise and genuine care for your well-being, not decisions made by non-clinical professionals. Your wellness is not just a business; it’s my personal mission of service. I invite you to explore your emotional world with clarity and compassion.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Rider University, MC (Masters in Counseling) at Rider University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey, South Carolina), LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, AmeriHealth New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NJ Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Trauma, Transgender issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Humanistic, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Somatic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Gestalt, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Based Family Therapy, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    1308 2nd Avenue
    Toms River, NJ 08757