Stephanie Gaspari, LAC
Licensed Associate Counselor
Substance Awareness Coordinator
Portrait Health Centers are multi-specialty clinics that employ the most cutting-edge and proven assessment protocols and treatment options available, believing that an Effective Treatment Depends On An Accurate Diagnosis. Individuals should not have to “play doctor” by researching available treatments and then self-selecting which of these treatments has been scientifically validated and would be most appropriate for themselves or their family. At Portrait Health Centers, we provide a comprehensive and multi-specialty assessment to determine the underlying causes of your symptoms and incorporate an appropriate treatment plan.
Bio
Specialties: Including but not limited to Young Adults, Adolescents, Eating Disorders, College and Career, Self Esteem, Life Coaching, Marriage, Couples, Family, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Art and Expressive Therapy, Substance and Alcohol Abuse, Addictions, Gambling Addiction, Time Management, Self-Harming and Suicidal Ideation, Anger Management, Men and Women Issues, Identity Crisis, Sexuality and Sexual Identity, Multicultural Competencies, Grief and Loss, Academic Underachievement, Stress, Mindfulness and Meditation, Mandated Clients, Depression, Anxiety, Peer Relationships, Behavioral and Emotional Issues, and Coping Skills
Therapeutic Approaches: Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Evidenced Based Therapeutic Activities, Art and Play Therapy, Gestalt, Psychoanalytic, Pyscho- Educational, and Motivational Interviewing.
Educational Background: Stephanie holds a Master of Arts Degree in Counselor Education from The College of New Jersey, CACREP approved, including certifications and licenses in School Counseling, Substance Awareness Coordinator, National Certified Counselor, and Licensed Associate Counselor. Stephanie also holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Secondary Education English from The College of New Jersey and an Associate of Arts Degree in Liberal Arts from Mercer County Community College.
Stephanie believes in providing clients with an atmosphere of trust, acceptance, and is non-judgmental in her approach. Stephanie has worked with populations of varying socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and assesses each client on an individual basis. The client is able to guide the counseling session by setting goals and through self-exploration with guidance from counselor to reach a greater understanding, acceptance, and happiness of self. Stephanie fosters this exploration by providing tools and strategies that compliment the counseling relationship and therapeutic process.
Practice Areas
Counseling / Therapy
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Hypnotherapy
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Addiction / Drug Rehab
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Learning Disabilities
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Adolescents
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Life and Wellness Coaching
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Adoption
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Life Transitions
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Anger Management
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Loneliness
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Anxiety and Panic
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Marriage & Family Therapy
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Arts Therapy (Expressive)
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Marriage Counseling
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Asperger's Syndrome
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Men's Issues
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Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
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Neuropsychological Evaluation / Testing
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Bicultural Difficulties
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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Body Image Issues
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Online / Video / Teletherapy
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Caregiver Issues
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Pet Therapy
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Children's Counseling
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Play Therapy
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Chronic Illness
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Pre and Postpartum Mental Health
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Coronavirus/COVID-19 Issues
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Premarital Counseling
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Couples Therapy
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Problem Gambling
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Depression
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Psychoanalysis
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Divorce
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Psychological Evaluation / Testing
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Domestic Violence
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Psychopharmacology
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Eating Disorders
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Relationship Issues
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Educational Therapy
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Religious Counseling
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EMDR Therapy
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Self Esteem Issues
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Family Conflict
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Seniors and Elder Care Issues
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Gay or Lesbian Issues
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Sexual Dysfunction
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Gender Identity / Transgenderism
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Stress Management
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Gifted / Talented Issues
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Trauma and PTSD
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Grief and Loss
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Women's Issues
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Group Therapy
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Work and Career Issues
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Herpes and STD Counseling
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Certifications
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (State)
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Payments Accepted
Cash, check, type of insurance, credit cards
Hours:8am-8pm
License:37AC00297500
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