
Need help getting started?
Have questions first? Our intake team is happy to help. Contact our Intake Coordinator, Stacilynn, at 609-534-0296 or email stacilynn@mainstreetcounselingnj.com to get started.
If you are considering therapy, you are not alone.
You might be wondering:
What happens in the first session?
Will therapy actually help?
What type of therapy is best for anxiety, depression, or stress?
If you’ve searched for “therapy near me,” “anxiety therapist,” “depression counseling,” or “what to expect in therapy,”
You are not alone.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be.
Your first session is simply a conversation.
We’ll talk about what’s been weighing on you, what you hope will change, and what support would feel helpful.
You don’t need to have the right words or all the answers.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all.
Some people want practical tools like CBT and coping strategies.
Others want space to process emotions or past experiences.
When you’re ready, we’re here to listen. Reach out today to take the first step.
Our therapists have many years of experience and success treating a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD, behavioral issues, anger management, substance abuse, grief, and more. Feel free to read a brief description of our therapists by clicking on the pages above. Many of our therapists are in network with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Optum/United Healthcare, UMR, Meritain, and some of our providers are in network with Medicare and we also accept out of network benefits. We have locations in Pennington, Point Pleasant, Moorestown, & Hamilton, NJ.

We now offer adult ADHD & Autism Evaluations!

If you’ve always felt overwhelmed, distracted or socially exhausted, but never had clear answers, you’re not alone. Our adult ADHD & Autism evaluations are thoughtful, respectful, and designed to help you understand yourself. It includes a personalized plan for next steps as well.
** Call us at 609-534-0296 to schedule your evaluation. **
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***In response to the “No Surprises Act,” beginning January 1, 2022, clients who are private pay will receive a Good Faith Estimate when initial forms are sent through our Electronic Health Records client portal.***
*** For current clients who have questions, please use the contact information below. If you are not a current client, please complete the online form at the top of this page by clicking on “Contact Us” or call our main line at 609.534.0296. ***
General questions:
Call us at 609-534-0296
Email us at stacilynn@mainstreetcounselingnj.com
Billing questions or to update billing info:
732-526-2586 – Christine Papaleo
Email us at cpapaleo@mainstreetcounselingnj.com or lauren@mainstreetcounselingnj.com
Fax Number: 732-810-0590
