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Hi, my name is Geralda Gelus-Jules, DNP, PMHNP-BC, and I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner. I work with adults and young adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, mood changes, and life stressors.

My style is warm, down-to-earth, and supportive. I believe healing happens when you feel truly heard, respected, and never judged. Together, we will explore what you are going through, identify patterns, and build a plan that may include medication, coping skills, lifestyle changes, and referrals for therapy when needed.

As a nurse practitioner, I combine medical knowledge with a holistic view of you as a whole person—mind, body, culture, family, and environment. My goal is to help you feel more stable, hopeful, and in control of your life again.

I am currently accepting new clients and would be honored to support you on your mental health journey.

I have 45 years of experience and specialize in many areas of expertise - addictions, LGBTQ+ mood disorders, trauma, grief, workplace issues to name a few.. I am a total insurance based practice and slide scale if necessary. Therapy is a process of self healing , discovery, growth and positive change. I try to promote a relaxed, open empathic experience with support and feedback. Prior to a first visit , I will do a 15 minute free consultation to see if we are a good fit. If we schedule an appointment, I will find out insurance benefits because I like all financial expectations out of the way so that it does not take time out of the session. Forms and consents are also sent via email prior to the session, so that any " business" needs are out of the way.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to empowering individuals through a strengths-based, solution-focused approach. As an African American woman in the field, I bring cultural awareness, authenticity, and compassion to my work, creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. I specialize in helping individuals identify their inherent strengths and develop practical, achievable strategies for growth.

I provide both individual and group therapy. The therapy services I have provided include working with the mentally ill, dual diagnosed, DDD population, ER assessments, inpatient, outpatient, partial care, RTC level of care, and incarcerated individuals. My experience includes but is not limited to the assessment and diagnosis of youth, adults and families. I have experience with developing and implement therapeutic interventions and treatment plans with goals and objectives along with education culture and recreation.

Services I provide are: discharge planning, case management services that included referring youth and families for services as needed and deemed appropriate, individual, family and group counseling. Monthly reports to the court on substance abuse/dependence progress and recommendations for continued services.

Developing and implementing programs including but not limited to educational cultural and recreation.

Experienced developer working with youth and adults from both DDD and DVR, which included job placement services for the mentally ill, mentally challenged and brain injured population. Familiarity with both DDD and DYFS licensing procedures and agency policies. Experience working with juveniles incarcerated in Juvenile Justice Commission and adults incarcerated in a maximum security facility such as Rahway State Prison in NJ.

Hello! I'm Angela Lawrence, owner of Bell Counseling Services LLC. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Certified School Counselor with more than 20 years of counseling experience. My background includes working in both school and private practice settings, giving me extensive experience supporting individuals through life's challenges. I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, stress, and life transitions.

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I specialize in treating depressive and anxiety-related disorders and mood disorders. I love helping couples and families to get to know each other on a deeper level, whether it's communication or intimacy. My style is empathetic, but also solution-based and goal-oriented. I believe in a holistic approach and uniqueness of each situation. I have a privilege to have an LCADC in my my practice. She has had years of experience working in substance abuse field, and she literally saved lives.

My goal is to free you up to live your life uninterrupted from negative feelings and doubt. It would be a sincere pleasure to get to know you and work with you on your journey to feel like your best self.

I specialize in anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in both Florida and NJ. Feel free to reach out for an initial consultation to see if we would be a good fit!