Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Jersey City, NJ

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.

As a board certified therapist, I believe that giving a priority to your mental wellbeing is the key to your happiness and stability in life. Reaching out for help can be one of hardest things that you can do, so kudos to taking the first step in your personal recovery ! I have been practicing for many years in the addictions field and can understand what a person goes through to overcome an addiction; be it alcohol or other drugs, an anger management problem, internet gaming , gambling or pornography & sex addictions, in unison with a Substance Use Disorder. Through a holistic and other evidenced based therapies, we can take the first step toward your recovery.

As a licensed psychotherapist with over ten years of experience in many settings ranging from community mental health agencies, non profits, private practice, the school system and teletherapy work I have had the privilege of working with people from many walks of life. I have been lucky enough to bare witness to just how strong, resilient and capable most humans when they have the right supports.

I know just how hard taking the first step or deciding to give therapy another chance can be and I welcome you.

I believe you are the expert on your own life. My role is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard and respected. Then, I work alongside you to help you make sense of what you're experiencing and what you want to change.

I work with adults and adolescents, and I tailor my approach to fit where you are right now, not a template of where you're supposed to be.

I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with six years of experience. My degree includes DNP and MSN. I treat clients aged 15 years old to adults with generalized anxiety disorder, depression, ADHD, OCD, Psychosis, autism, bipolar disorder, and insomnia. I value my client's opinions and input into the treatment they receive.

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner board-certified, I have 20 years of work experience in inpatient and outpatient mental health care settings. My specialties include mood disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, depression and much more.

Hi, I’m Salina Mecham. I earned both my bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Social Work from the University of Utah, along with certification in substance use treatment. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Master Addiction Counselor (MAC), and Domestic Violence Intervention Treatment Counselor (DVP), and I am fully licensed in Utah, Washington, New Hampshire, and New Jersey.

I have experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings, including residential programs, behavioral health hospitals, and community mental health. I began my career in group homes for youth, where I developed a strong foundation in working with individuals in high-stress and high-need situations. Since then, I have continued to support individuals navigating mental health challenges, substance use, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions.

I am a trained Level 1 Gottman therapist (working on Level 2), this is helpful to those struggling with relationship issues. I am also a trained Level 1 IFS therapist, which is a great modality for people struggling with PTSD, depression, anxiety, etc. I have invested countless hours in learning other helpful modalities and concepts that add to my knoweldge.

People tend to seek me out because they are looking for someone who feels normal and approachable. Sure, I have a quirk or two, but people often describe talking with me as feeling like they are talking with an old friend who happens to know a lot of mental health specific things and who gives solid counsel and makes them feel valid in this crazy world.

My current credentials are as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT), Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), and Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). As an immigrant myself, I understand the multi-level variables that take place when adapting to a new culture. Besides, speaking English I am fluent in Spanish and I enjoy working with my Spanish-speaking community. Throughout my years in the mental health field, I have worked with children of diverse ages providing social skills and I have over seven years of experience working for adults in the ID/DD population in both, community and residential settings.