Timothy Keating

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) with over a decade of experience in behavioral health, social services, and addiction treatment. My professional journey began while returning to school and working in frontline social service positions, which provided invaluable experience supporting individuals and families navigating mental health challenges, substance use disorders, trauma, housing instability, and co-occurring conditions. Early in my career, I served in roles including case management and group facilitation while completing clinical training as a CADC Intern, further strengthening my passion for helping others through compassionate, evidence-based care.I earned my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Rutgers University in 2019 and my Master of Social Work (MSW) from Stockton University in 2020. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I obtained both my LSW and LCADC credentials, later earning my LCSW in 2025.Throughout my career, I have worked in co-occurring treatment settings, private practice, outpatient substance use programs, and community-based behavioral health services. My clinical experience includes facilitating individual and group therapy, supervising clinical staff, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and helping clients develop sustainable recovery and wellness strategies.My professional interests include addiction recovery, co-occurring disorders, burnout prevention, clinician wellness, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, men’s mental health, and supporting helping professionals in sustaining long-term personal and professional wellness. I value authenticity, collaboration, and meeting individuals where they are while fostering accountability, resilience, and meaningful growth.

I believe that meaningful change happens when people feel genuinely understood, not judged. My goal is to create a space where you can be honest about your struggles, celebrate your strengths, and work toward lasting change at a pace that feels both supportive and challenging.

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), I draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness-based interventions. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach, I tailor therapy to your individual needs, personality, and goals.

My style is collaborative, conversational, and direct. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel comfortable enough to be yourself while also being challenged to grow. Together, we'll identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, develop practical skills to manage difficult emotions, strengthen relationships, and build a life that aligns with your values.

Having worked extensively with adolescents, adults, and individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, life transitions, burnout, and relationship challenges, I understand that healing isn't always a straight path. Progress often comes through small, consistent steps rather than dramatic overnight changes.

I also recognize that resilience already exists within you. Therapy isn't about "fixing" you—it's about helping you reconnect with your strengths, gain new perspectives, and develop the confidence to handle life's challenges with greater clarity and purpose.

Whether you're seeking support during a difficult season, working toward recovery, or simply wanting to better understand yourself, I strive to provide a therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, honesty, and evidence-based care.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, and it's completely normal to feel unsure about what to expect. My goal is to make our first session feel comfortable, welcoming, and free of judgment.

We'll begin by talking about what brought you to therapy and what you're hoping will be different in your life. I'll ask questions about your current concerns, your personal history, relationships, strengths, and any previous experiences with therapy—not because I expect you to share everything at once, but to better understand you as a whole person.

The first session is also an opportunity for us to get to know one another. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is one of the strongest predictors of meaningful change. You're interviewing me just as much as I'm getting to know you, and I encourage you to ask questions about my approach or anything else that will help you determine whether we're a good fit.

Together, we'll begin identifying goals that are meaningful to you and discuss what you hope to gain from therapy. While we may introduce a few strategies or coping tools if they're immediately helpful, there is no expectation that you'll have everything figured out after one session. Therapy is a process, and we'll move at a pace that feels supportive while still encouraging growth.

Above all, you can expect honesty, compassion, collaboration, and a space where you can show up exactly as you are. My role isn't to judge or tell you how to live your life—it's to help you better understand yourself, develop practical tools, and support you as you create the changes that matter most to you.