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Judith Schwartz

Judith Schwartz, LPC

New Jersey

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LPC counselor - Addictions and life changes

  • Addictions support
  • Grief and loss
  • Life transitions

About Judith

Judith Schwartz is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with 13 years of experience. She works with adults on addictions, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching around next steps in life.

Judith asks people to treat their own story as the starting point. She helps clients identify strengths they already have. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than theory-heavy conversations. Her approach is straightforward and goal-focused for people feeling stuck or overwhelmed.

She has worked with issues that often come together, such as addiction and co-morbidity, family of origin problems, and codependency. Judith also supports people dealing with divorce or separation, infidelity, guilt, and forgiveness. The work can include talking through communication problems and attachment-related concerns.

Clients also bring feelings of emptiness, isolation, and questions about life purpose. Judith uses coaching-style conversations to help people clarify values and plan concrete actions. She encourages realistic steps toward improved confidence and motivation.

Sessions are practical and paced to each person. Judith emphasizes building small skills that fit into everyday life. To begin, she asks prospective clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

Approaches you can expect and how online sessions work

Judith uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach she uses is goal-focused coaching style work, which breaks larger problems into small, manageable steps and helps with motivation and confidence. Another common thread is supportive problem-solving that looks at patterns from family of origin and attachment issues to improve communication and behavior.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Judith will talk with each person about their goals, strengths, and day-to-day realities, then suggest methods that fit those aims. The plan can change over time as goals shift or new challenges appear.

Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins between appointments when needed. It also lets people use quieter surroundings or less visual intensity if that helps them engage. Licensed professionals can adapt pacing and techniques to work well over distance and help clients apply skills in everyday life.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

13+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with addictions, grief, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching on next steps. Additional focus areas include family of origin issues, codependency, and loneliness.

What is Judith's therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and goal-focused, using coaching conversations and problem-solving to help people make changes. Sessions aim for clear actions and steady progress.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 13 years of professional experience working in counseling settings.

What are her credentials and location?

Judith is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a session with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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