Expert Therapy for Individuals, Couples & Families in NJ
Specialized Care for Navigating Complex Challenges
Compassionate relationship & family system support for high-conflict couples, blended families, and multicultural relationships
Compassionate, Non-Judgmental Care for Life’s Challenges
At Maplewood Counseling, we provide a safe, inclusive space where individuals, couples, and families can navigate even the most complex situations. From infidelity recovery to multicultural and LGBTQ+ issues, our expert therapists are here to guide you with care, understanding, and proven strategies.
Marriage, Couples & Premarital Therapy
Individuals, Families, Couples
Infidelity, Blended Families, Neurodiverse Couples
High Conflict Couples, Complex Relationships
Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Anger, Stress
Parenting Help, Teen Therapy
Our Personalized and Specialized Services.
Find Your Path to Connection and Peace
Expert guided counseling in Essex ounty, NJ and Telehealth from any location in New Jersey
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in family conflicts, or disconnected from your partner? You are not alone, and you don’t have to navigate these challenges by yourself. At Maplewood Counseling, we specialize in guiding individuals, couples, and families toward healing and stronger relationships. Our experienced therapists provide expert support for anxiety, relationship issues, and complex family dynamics in a space where you will always feel safe and understood.
We believe that therapy should be as unique as you are. That’s why we are committed to providing personalized care tailored to your specific story and goals. Our practice is built on a foundation of inclusivity and respect, creating a welcoming, non-judgmental environment for people from all walks of life. Here, your voice will be heard, your experiences honored, and your journey guided with compassion. Let us help you transform your challenges into connection and find more peace in your life.
Couples & Marriage Therapy
Individual Therapy
Family Therapy
Our Experienced Therapists here to Help You.
Exceptional care, when you need it most. With extended availability, senior-level therapists, and personalized support, we’re here for you—even on evenings and weekends.
Natcha Delva
Daphne Berkovits
Robert Jenkins
Ongeri Aminga
Sarah Newman
Debra Feinberg
Your Partners in Healing
Finding the right therapist is the most important step in your journey toward healing. At Maplewood Counseling, our team is built on a foundation of deep experience, genuine compassion, and a commitment to providing care that feels both professional and deeply human. We understand that when you are facing a challenge, you need more than a textbook approach; you need a real person who listens, understands, and partners with you. Our therapists bring years of specialized training and, just as importantly, a down-to-earth perspective that makes it easier to open up and build the trust necessary for true progress. We meet you where you are, without judgment, creating a space where you feel safe enough to be vulnerable and empowered to grow.
Personalized Care for Every Journey
Support for Couples | Specializing in Complex Relationship and Family Systems
This personalized approach is at the heart of everything we do. For couples, this means we don’t just offer generic communication tips. We get to know your unique dynamic, the history of your connection, and the specific pain points causing disconnection. We also help couples navigate challenges of infidelity, blended families, and neurodiverse relationships. Maplewood Counseling provides expert guidance tailored to your unique situation. We help you translate years of unspoken feelings into productive conversations that foster empathy and reignite your bond.
Support for Individuals | Expert Guided Support for Anxiety, Depression, Anger and more
For individuals, we see you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis. Whether you’re grappling with anxiety, loss, or a feeling of being stuck, we tailor our methods to your personal history, strengths, and goals, helping you build practical skills to navigate life’s complexities with greater confidence.
Support for Families | Help with Challenging Family Issues
Families also benefit from our ability to see and honor each member’s perspective. We help create a balanced environment where parents, teens, and children can learn to communicate with respect and understanding, transforming conflict into connection. We recognize that every family system is different, from blended families navigating new roles to parents seeking support for their child’s well-being. Our therapists are skilled at guiding these complex dynamics with a steady, compassionate hand, ensuring everyone feels heard and valued.
No matter what challenge you are facing, our commitment is to provide support that is as unique as you are, helping you move forward with clarity and hope.
Expert Support for Complex Relationship & Family Systems
Navigating the intricate layers of modern love and family life—from multicultural and LGBTQ+ partnerships to blended family dynamics. We help you find clarity, connection, and a path forward.
Is Your Relationship Facing Challenges That Feel Too Complex for “Standard” Advice?
Relationships are rarely simple straight lines. Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells in a high-conflict cycle that you just can’t break? Are you trying to piece your world back together after the discovery of infidelity? Perhaps you are managing the delicate, often overwhelming balance of co-parenting after a separation or merging two households into one blended family.
When you are in the thick of it, it is easy to feel isolated and misunderstood. You might worry that your situation is too messy or too complicated for therapy. We want you to know: you are not alone, and your challenges are valid.
At Maplewood Counseling, we move beyond generic relationship advice. We specialize in the nuanced, layered realities of modern families and partnerships. We understand that true healing requires a deep, specialist understanding of the unique systems you live in.
Specialized Care for Your Unique Situation
We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach. Our practice is built on specific expertise in the areas where life and love get complicated. We provide a safe, non-judgmental space to address:
- Infidelity Recovery: Moving past the trauma of betrayal to rebuild safety, trust, and intimacy.
- Blended & Step-Family Dynamics: Navigating evolving roles, discipline differences, and boundary setting in new family structures.
- Neurodiverse Couples: Bridging the gap in communication and emotional needs between neurodivergent and neurotypical partners.
- High-Conflict Cycles: De-escalating intense arguments and replacing destructive patterns with constructive resolution tools.
- Multicultural & Interfaith Relationships: Honoring and integrating diverse backgrounds, values, and traditions without erasing individual identities.
- Co-Parenting After Separation: Creating stable, low-conflict environments for your children even after the romantic relationship has ended.
- Sandwich Generation Stress: managing the emotional weight of raising children while simultaneously caring for aging parents.
A Deeper Level of Understanding
You shouldn’t have to spend your sessions explaining the basics of your reality to your therapist. Because our team specializes in these complex systems, we already speak your language.
We approach every session with compassion and inclusivity. Whether you need to heal deep wounds, navigate a major life transition, or simply understand why you and your partner seem to be speaking different languages, we are here to guide you. We believe that even the most tangled knots can be loosened with patience, empathy, and the right expertise.
- Licensed relationship specialists dedicated to supporting couples and families through every stage of life
- Personalized lifecycle relationship support tailored to your unique partnership and family needs
- Compassionate, inclusive approach to help all relationships heal, grow, and thrive
- Specialized expertise in:
- High-conflict couples seeking greater harmony and understanding. Learn more
- Infidelity recovery and rebuilding trust. Learn more
- Guidance for co-parenting and navigating complexities of blended families. Learn more
- Support for multicultural and LGBTQ+ couples, fostering a safe and inclusive space. Learn more
Ready to Transform Your Relationship?
You don’t have to navigate these complexities on your own. Let us help you turn these challenges into opportunities for deeper growth and connection.
Personalized & Specialized Care
Your Path, Your Plan
We don’t believe in generic templates for mental health. Your experiences, challenges, and goals are yours alone, and your treatment plan should reflect that.
One-on-One Attention: From your very first session, you will have the dedicated, uninterrupted focus of your therapist. We listen deeply to understand your story, creating a safe space for you to share without judgment.
Tailored Strategies: We work with you to develop a personalized roadmap for your healing. This isn’t about checking boxes; it’s about finding what truly works for you and empowering you with tools that fit your life.
A Real Relationship: Unlike large, impersonal platforms, we focus on building a real therapeutic relationship. This trust and rapport are the foundation of effective, lasting change. You are not a case file or a user profile; you are a person we are committed to supporting.
Collaborative Approach: We believe that therapy is a collaborative effort between therapist and client. You are the expert on your own life, and we are here to provide guidance, support, and expertise to help you achieve your goals.
Confidential & Non-Judgmental Space: Our counseling sessions offer a safe, confidential space for you to express yourself without fear of judgment or criticism. We understand that vulnerability takes courage, and we honor that by providing a compassionate environment for growth and healing.
If you’re looking for counseling that genuinely puts your needs first, we invite you to reach out and begin creating a path to well-being that’s uniquely yours.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
“Our marriage therapist at Maplewood Counseling helped my spouse and I finally resolve issues we couldn’t handle on our own. It made a huge difference in our connection.”
— J.T. & C.T. ★★★★★
“I highly recommend Maplewood Counseling. Debra is compassionate, insightful, and truly gifted at helping couples and individuals navigate challenges.”
— L.L.S. ★★★★★
“We went to couples therapy and had a very good experience. Things are so much better now. I highly recommend!”
— S.D. ★★★★★
Quality and Inclusive Counseling in NJ
At Maplewood Counseling, we are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and supportive environment for individuals from all cultures, backgrounds, beliefs, and lifestyles. Our compassionate and skilled therapists provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can find the help you need to navigate life’s challenges.
Our therapists are here to meet you where you are—supporting you with understanding and respect, no matter what challenges you face. For those seeking deeper work, we also provide longer, intensive sessions for couples, individuals, and families.
Finding time for therapy shouldn’t be another source of stress. We understand that your life is busy, which is why Maplewood Counseling offers flexible appointment options to fit your schedule, with sessions available 7 days a week.
Your path to healing should be on your terms with flexible counseling and intensive session options. Let us support you.
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- Grief Counseling: Support for processing loss and navigating grief.
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