Our therapists offer DBT / dialectical behavior therapy in Cherry Hill, NJ

Mervat is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults identify their challenges, triggers, and goals. She supports individuals with mental health issues, such as ADHD, ODD, PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorder to help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals.

As a licensed professional counselor, Mervat utilizes multiple therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy, (DBT), solution-focused therapy, exposure therapy, mindfulness, meditation, play therapy, and positive reinforcement.

Mervat is passionate about supporting you every step of the way in identifying and overcoming your challenges. Take your first step and schedule your appointment with her.

Naleah Johnson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults who present with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, verbal and physical abuse, grief and loss, self-esteem, and stress management, to name a few. Naleah has over 7 years of experience in the mental health field. She completed her Master of Social Work (MSW) at Rutgers University.

Naleah believes that we all have greatness within us! No matter what you may be feeling in this moment or what you may be going through in this season, you deserve hope, resolve, and happiness. She provides an eclectic approach that incorporates an array of therapeutic modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) strategies, mindfulness techniques, play therapy techniques, and the nurtured heart approach. 

Naleah knows the idea of going to therapy can be a new and scary venture for a lot of people, and her goal is to make sure you feel as comfortable as possible discussing, uncovering, and working through your stuff! She truly believes that having a strong foundation and connection with your therapist is a key component to success in your therapeutic process. With this being said, Naleah plans to meet you where you are and work in tandem with you as you dive into your therapeutic journey. She looks forward to working with you as you grow into your greatness!

I am a Licensed Associate Counselor with 2 years of experience providing evidence-based mental health care to diverse populations. I specialize in anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, family conflict, and couples. My ideal client is someone who may be facing life transitions, stress, or self-doubt, and is ready to seek support and make positive changes. They may need help developing coping strategies, building confidence, or finding new perspectives to navigate challenges. Their goals often include improving emotional well-being, strengthening relationships, and achieving greater self-understanding and resilience.

I earned a Master of Science in Professional Counseling from Grand Canyon University. I use diverse therapeutic approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness therapy, and emotional freedom techniques. I take pride in tailoring various methods to best support clients' needs. 

I know how important it is to feel heard, supported, and respected, especially during challenging times. With genuine empathy, I strive to create an environment where we can work toward meaningful change. If you are seeking support and a fresh perspective, consider reaching out—your journey toward growth and healing can start here.

Rachel Phelps is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Ohio with 8 years of professional work experience. She has experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. Rachel works with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. Rachel is here to support you in that process.

Rachel earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Immaculata University. She focuses heavily on cognitive behavioral therapy to look at negative thinking patterns and how they influence emotions and actions. She also focuses on solution-focused therapy to work on creating goals to help address some of the client's overall concerns.

In the first session together, Rachel heavily focuses on relationship and rapport building, creating a warm and safe place to open up and develop trust within the therapeutic relationship. If you are ready to begin your journey, Rachel encourages you to reach out today!

Dr. Kathryn Johansson is a Licensed Psychologist with 7 years of experience. She specializes in working with adults and provides support for a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use. Dr. Johansson also has expertise in working with the veteran population, offering care that is both compassionate and evidence-based.

Dr. Johansson earned her Doctorate of Psychology from La Salle University. She integrates a variety of approaches tailored to each client’s needs, fostering a supportive and collaborative therapeutic environment that encourages healing and growth.

Dr. Johansson welcomes individuals seeking to address life’s challenges and create positive change. She invites you to take the next step toward your goals and reach out if you’re ready to begin your therapeutic journey.

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 3 years of experience providing evidence-based mental healthcare. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative environment where you feel heard and supported. I believe in meeting you where you are and empowering you to take meaningful steps toward healing, clarity, and emotional well-being through empathy, understanding, and tailored care.

I earned a Master’s in Nursing from Walden University. I use a holistic and client-centered approach to support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders, helping them identify strengths and build tools for lasting mental wellness.

I invite you to begin a compassionate, evidence-based journey toward wellness. Together, we’ll create a plan that honors your experiences, supports your goals, and promotes steady progress toward a healthier, more balanced life.

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 6 years of experience in the mental health field specializing in ADHD and anxiety. My clients usually do not have the proper support or systems they need, or may feel overwhelmed with a new life circumstance. I like to highlight how a different perspective can make a difference in better understanding a situation, whether it's challenging negative thoughts, using a system differently, or building boundaries. I started my counseling career in community mental health and also led IOP groups for substance abuse treatment after being in the teaching world for 5 years. 

I received my BA in English from Rutgers University, and my MA in Professional Clinical Counseling from La Salle University. I have recently acquired certification as an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP) and specialize in providing counseling services for ADHD and anxiety, but also work with depression, grief, life transitions, and do couples counseling, using a CBT, person-centered, solution-focused, mindfulness-based lens.

We all have barriers preventing us from getting where we want to be in life. I'm able to help identify what is standing in the way and develop tools so we can get where we want to be without subtracting from your life experiences. If you're ready to do the work, I'm here for it!

Maria Muñoz is a Licensed Associate Counselor with 8 years of experience supporting clients through life’s most difficult seasons. She specializes in trauma and works with adolescents and young adults navigating depression, anxiety, and identity challenges. Maria provides a warm, safe, and culturally responsive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and goals. She empowers clients to build resilience through unconditional acceptance, radical self-compassion, and evidence-based practices.

Maria earned her Master’s in Counseling from Cairn University. She integrates cognitive processing therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy to support clients. Her approach is rooted in cultural humility, emotional safety, and client-paced growth.

Maria helps clients feel seen, heard, and accepted while guiding them through healing and personal growth. She works collaboratively, offering tools to manage life’s challenges with confidence and clarity. Maria is passionate about reminding clients they don’t have to face their struggles alone—she’ll walk alongside them every step of the way.

Elizabeth Miller is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience. She has worked with people of all ages but especially enjoys the adolescent and young adult population. Elizabeth specializes in anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, and coping with life changes.

Elizabeth graduated with a Master’s degree in Social Work with a concentration in Clinical Practice from Widener University. She utilizes mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT).

Elizabeth will work with you to prioritize your own needs, while highlighting your strengths and building self-efficacy. Elizabeth loves what she does and has a true passion for helping people. If you are ready, schedule an appointment with her today.

Keisha Sparrow is Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of professional work experience in the mental health field who has recently obtained her National Counselor Certification. Keisha has experience in helping youth, teens, adults, Vets, and Senior Citizens with different mental health issues including but not limited to stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, depression, grief, and trauma.

Keisha completed her Master's degree in Counseling at Alliance Graduate School of Counseling. Keisha also received a Master's degree in Professional Studies from Alliance Theological Seminary. She is a wife and mother of four children and has ample experience navigating the stressors and joys surrounding these areas. This, in addition with her professional experience, enables her to provide support and guidance that her clients are seeking. Keisha utilizes multiple treatment approaches to help her client's be successful in their mental health journey.

Everyone has challenges that they go through on a daily basis, some more complicated than others. Keisha is confident to be able to support you on your journey of becoming the best version of yourself, mentally, emotionally, and physically. If you are ready to challenge yourself and come out of your comfort zone, schedule an appointment with her today.

Jennifer Weiskott is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience working with adult clients who are dealing with domestic violence, sexual assault, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, and postpartum depression.

Jennifer received her Master's degree in Social Work from Monmouth University. In sessions, she utilizes cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, strengths-based therapy, Gestalt therapy, trauma-focused therapy, and empowerment therapy. Jennifer takes on a client-centered approach, focusing on meeting clients wherever they're are at as individuals. She takes great care to create a comfortable therapeutic environment where you'll feel safe expressing your emotions. 

Jennifer believes every client has different needs to be met; she seeks to establish a caring and empathetic relationship with you in order to build upon your strengths and abilities. Jennifer will collaborate with you to help you achieve your short and long-term personal goals. As a therapist who has worked in the field for over 20 years, she knows that each person is a unique individual—Jennifer will help you create a treatment plan that addresses your personal mental health needs. 

Lillia Marlene Lopez is a bilingual (fluent in English and Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience providing counseling services to adult clients who are experiencing the negative effects of depression, anxiety, difficult life transitions, and stress.

Lillia completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Rider University and received her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Centenary University. She utilizes an evidence-based approach in order to tailor her practice to best match your individual needs, resulting in an effective and client-focused treatment plan for you. Lillia's eclectic therapeutic methodology includes mindfulness-based approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy.

Lillia is committed to fostering a compassionate environment where patterns of behavior can be explored non-judgmentally to help you meet your goals. She believes that change happens when people are given the guidance they need to draw on their own strengths and realize they have the capacity to overcome obstacles to move forward and thrive. She looks forward to working with you to achieve your short and long-term personal goals. 

Dawn Raczkowski is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in providing clinical assessment and therapeutic care to adults and military veterans seeking assistance with addictions, post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD), trauma, depression, and anxiety. With over 8 years of experience in the mental health field she is a strong advocate for veterans and trauma clients. 

Dawn seeks to establish a warm and caring therapeutic relationship with clients to assist in building upon their strengths, establishing their goals, and helping develop a plan to reach those goals. She utilizes cognitive behavioral, mindfulness-based, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and solution-focused approaches to therapy, always maintaining awareness to best meet your needs.

Dawn completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Criminal Justice at Thomas Edison State University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Rider University. She is continuously learning through training, evidence-based reading, and research.

John Billick is a Licensed Professional Counselor and graduate of La Salle University, having earned his master's degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology. John has over 20 years of experience. His areas of specialization are social anxiety, life transitions, and trauma and PTSD. He has worked extensively with adolescents, adults, couples, and families successfully using evidence-based approaches.

John is excited that you are motivated toward meaningful change and are ready to start the process of therapy. He can help you in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. John can help his clients bring themselves to a level where they are able to function productively and move forward as they author their own changes.

Life can sometimes be difficult, and there are times when we may need help to navigate our way through it. Therapy can guide us to understand ourselves, to reflect on and make sense of our experiences, and to give us the resources to cope with challenging and unpredictable circumstances.

Evelyn Holmes is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. She also holds a certificate from the State of New Jersey as an Approved Clinical Supervisor and has over 30 years of experience. She has a long history of helping individuals and couples who have been having issues with life stressors. These individuals are unable to cope with daily issues that they may face and their goals are to be able to function better at home or at work and to be able to communicate and go through life without fear. They want to learn to relate better to those they come in contact with on a daily basis and have fulfilling lives. Evelyn specializes in anxiety and depressive disorders as well as relationship issues and grief, addiction, self-esteem, and anger management difficulties.

Evelyn received her degree from LaSalle University in Philadelphia. She holds a Masters of Arts in Counseling and she received a certificate in Drug and Alcohol counseling from the State of New Jersey. Through her professional endeavors and her caring nature and treatment approaches, she will help you develop and maintain the strength needed to live a healthy life. She will use several treatment approaches and give you the support you are seeking. Evelyn will utilize different treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, brief therapy, and /or addiction therapy.

Evelyn recognizes that we all are challenged at some time in our lives and may need the help of someone who can work with them and provide understanding and caring and support. Evelyn will help you gain a new perspective with techniques that will help you on your journey. You will learn new coping skills for whatever you are going through. If you are ready to put in the work, schedule an appointment with her today. She looks forward to working with you.

Georges Dubois is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. He is passionate about working with adults, families, and couples. Georges specializes in depression, drug and alcohol use, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, relationship issues, and major life transitions. During his career, Georges has worked in a variety of mental health settings including partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient programs. Georges completed his Master of Science in Psychological Counseling at Monmouth University.

Georges has also worked with different populations that include adolescents/young adults, adults, clients in recovery, and couples. Georges utilizes multiple treatment approaches including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.

Wherever you are in your mental health journey, Georges would love to play a role in helping you become the best version of yourself. He firmly believes that every therapist needs a therapist, and knows the importance of developing a good therapeutic relationship with one’s therapist. He looks forward to talking to you soon. Be well.

Margaret Ginter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been practicing as an outpatient therapist for over 20 years. Margaret has experience with a variety of issues and diagnoses including anxiety (ie. general and social), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, self-esteem challenges, trauma, addiction, life adjustments, relational and emotional issues, grief/loss, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

Margaret's approach is warm, welcoming, client-centered, empathetic, and nonjudgmental, striving to help individuals heal and learn tools of self- acceptance and find power to move through adversities, finding inner resilience. She uses eclectic approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-based, and recovery/12-step ideology. Margaret’s dedication is evidenced by the commitment she makes to build relationships with her clients.

Revie Dobkin is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a decade of experience. She began her career in a residential behavior treatment facility working with children and adolescents. This motivated her to advance her education and training to be able to provide care to those struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and mood disorders. She has a background in various mental health settings assisting clients across the lifespan.

Revie has a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania. She believes an authentic and trusting relationship between herself and her clients is the foundation of successful treatment. Revie works with individuals on their unique needs and provides support and medication management.

Revie is caring, compassionate, and dedicated. She promises to listen to your concerns to develop a holistic treatment plan aligned with your goals. Schedule an appointment with her today!

Donna has 21 years of experience as a licensed board-certified Advanced Nurse Practitioner. She has spent most of her career in primary care providing preventative care as well as diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions including mental health disorders commonly seen in primary care. Her interest in mental health started as a registered nurse working inpatient psychiatric unit and addictions. Since that time clients with various mental health issues and illnesses gravitated toward her for help and treatment. 

Donna's passion for helping people with mental health issues and disorders drove her to seek more advanced training and in 2022 she became a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She now dedicates her career to treating mental health illnesses from children to adults. Donna is passionate about helping her clients achieve relief from their suffering, lengthening their longevity of life, and reaching their full health potential.

Donna completed her post-master's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (life span) degree at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. She has a holistic style in approach in that a whole person includes physical, mental, spiritual, cultural, and social components. Therapy and treatment centers around the client's needs and goals. She provides medication management and psychodynamic therapies. Donna also completed her master's degree as an Adult Nurse Practitioner at Stockton University in Pomona, New Jersey. She incorporates various aspects of wellness into her practice and can identify medical diseases that impact mental health.

Donna has personal and professional experiences to help navigate life struggles and come out with strength. Schedule an appointment with Donna to see why clients seek her out.