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Jennifer Manganiello

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Transgender issues, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Hi, welcome! Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't need to have everything figured out before your first session. Whether you have specific goals in mind or just know something needs to change, my role is to meet you right where you are.

I take an approachable, collaborative path to therapy, working alongside you to help break down patterns that aren't serving you, gain clarity, and build practical strategies that actually fit your real life. You bring your lived experience, and together we’ll focus on meaningful growth at a pace that works for you.

My approach to therapy

I focus on building a down-to-earth, collaborative space where you feel completely comfortable being yourself. My style isn't about lecturing or giving generic advice, it's about working alongside you to unpack what’s going on, challenge patterns that are holding you back, and equip you with practical tools tailored to your everyday life. We move at a pace that feels right for you, focusing on real, tangible progress without judgment.

What you can expect from me

Your first session is simply a conversational space to take a breath, get comfortable, and lay the foundation. We'll talk through what brought you to therapy, what you hope to get out of it, and any questions you have for me. You don't need to have everything figured out or articulated perfectly on day one. You can expect to leave our initial session with a clearer sense of direction, a few actionable insights, and a solid plan for how we’ll work together moving forward.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MA (Master of Arts) at Caldwell University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, AmeriHealth New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, 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, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Transgender issues, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Behavior Management, Behavioral, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Bowen Family Systems, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based, Narrative Therapy, Play, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Positive Psychology
  • Care types
    Child or adolescent therapy, Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Children, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    4 Dahlia Court
    Bayville, NJ 08721