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Are you feeling stuck or overwhelmed and do not know where to turn next? I strive to make the therapy space as comfortable as possible-- a space free of judgment, where you feel heard.

I have provided counseling in a correctional facility, an outpatient psychiatric setting, and to elementary and middle school students in a school setting.

I received my Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University and I also have a Masters in Education from The College of New Jersey.

I will hear your story and help you explore and plan to accomplish your goals. I am easy-going, friendly, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I enjoy working with individuals moving through difficult life transitions where they may feel lost. We can find the answers together. We will explore possibilities that will enable you to think more creatively about solutions to current life obstacles, allowing you to live more fully in the present and with greater joy and fulfillment.

My name is Brian Laguatan. I am a Licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, & Family Nurse Practitioner. I have worked with a variety of populations and possess a diverse background in addressing issues related to trauma, crisis, depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief, loss, and adjustment disorder.

Hello there! Are you navigating a major life transition and feeling like your mind, body, and spirit are all trying to catch up? Maybe you’re in the thick of perimenopause, a divorce, a new job—or all three at once. Or maybe you're experiencing burn out? You may look like you’re holding it together on the outside, but inside you feel tired, anxious, and are craving a deeper healing than just a simple prescription.

My practice is designed for adult women and children in New Jersey. I love to work with people who are ready to feel heard, supported, and treated as a whole person; promoting care that sees the full person, not just the symptoms.

I am passionate about working with people who are open to getting to know themselves better, or getting to know themselves at all, or again! If you’ve been dismissed or overlooked before, I want you to know that this space is different. Here, your process matters. Your story matters. And together, we’ll move toward something more grounded, more peaceful, and more you. If you’re ready to feel like yourself again or meet yourself for the first time, reach out—I’d love to support you!

“I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who truly cares about helping people feel understood and supported. I am dedicated to providing compassionate, whole-person mental health care. My clinical background includes experience with anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, women’s mental health, and mood disorders. I hold advanced graduate training in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication management, and I am committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel truly seen and heard. My practice blends evidence-based treatment with a holistic perspective, addressing emotional, cognitive, and lifestyle factors that impact mental well-being. For clients who desire it, I also incorporate gentle, faith-sensitive support while maintaining a safe and inclusive space for all. My goal is to help you understand your symptoms, build resilience, and move toward lasting healing and clarity.”

Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships or the inability to say NO! Are you tired of feeling like nothing will change or your stuck in life because you don't know what to do to make it better? I focus on adults using CBT, REBT, Person Centered and Motivational interviewing to assist clients in learning more about themselves and their perspective on life. I have experience working with many different mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationship issues and career struggles to name a few.