Marcia Ryan

LPC

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New Jersey Available for Online Therapy

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About Marcia Ryan

Taking the step toward therapy can be challenging, but as Carl Jung beautifully stated: “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.”

My passion for helping others began in Brazil, where I spent several years as a teacher for underprivileged children. Seeing their resilience inspired me to move to the U.S. and dedicate my career to counseling. Since earning my dual Master's degrees from Seton Hall University, I have worked in a variety of settings, including residential facilities, community mental health centers, and private practices. Whether you or a loved one are struggling with complex trauma, severe anxiety, depression, grief, or any other mental health condition, I am here to help. I specialize in individual, group, and family therapy, and I am proud to provide culturally sensitive therapy entirely in Portuguese. Let's work together to build a meaningful path forward.

As Audrey Hepburn famously said, “Nothing is impossible. The word itself says 'I'm possible'.”

FAQs

My high school client faced severe agoraphobia that confined her to her home. The debilitating fear of leaving the house made her world incredibly small. Higher education seemed impossible, especially her dream of attending an out-of-state college.Our turning point happened when we shifted focus from the massive goal of "moving away" to micro-steps. We utilized systematic desensitization, starting with simply sitting by an open window, then moving to the front porch, and eventually taking short walks.

The true psychological breakthrough occurred when she realized her anxiety was a false alarm system. By learning to sit with her discomfort rather than fleeing back inside, she reclaimed her sense of agency. We anchored her exposure therapy to her deep desire for independence, transforming her college dream from a source of terror into her strongest motivation.

The therapeutic process with me is entirely collaborative. You are the expert on your own life, and I am here to provide the

clinical tools and support. We work as a team to design a treatment plan that fits your unique personality, lifestyle, and

comfort level.

Our main goal is simply to get to know each other and see if we are a good fit. We will focus on your terms, your comfort

level, and your hobbies. We can talk about your favorite music, your pets, or your art. You do not have to worry about being

forced to talk about difficult topics or face big triggers before you are ready.

What motivates me to be a therapist is my genuine desire to assist clients becoming their best versions of themselves. I

believe that everyone deserves to live their best life, free from the constraints of fear, anxiety, or self-doubt. My role is to

help you clear away the obstacles standing between you and your personal growth. Together, we identify your inner

strengths, dismantle old patterns, and build the confidence you need to pursue your highest aspirations.

Highlights

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

My commitment to you is to provide a warm, nonjudgmental space where we can work together as partners. I

believe you already possess immense inner strength; my role is to help you uncover it, find balance, and

cultivate a truly authentic lifestyle. By blending evidence-based, clinical approaches with the restorative practice

of energy healing, we will bridge the mind-body connection. Together, we will build a holistic toolkit tailored to your unique psychological, emotional, and energetic goals.

What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?

I utilize evidence-based therapies, including psychotherapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I bring a compassionate, dedicated approach to my work, partnering closely with clients to achieve meaningful outcomes.

By fostering a truly collaborative environment, I ensure client feel heard, supported, and empowered every step of the

way.