OUTPATIENT THERAPY SERVICES

We offer both telehealth and in-person talk therapy services.

We provide comprehensive individual and family counseling and therapy services for adolescents and adults, delivered by experienced clinicians who offer compassionate support for a wide range of challenges. Our practice specializes in family therapy, along with couples counseling and parent coaching to strengthen communication and relationships at home. We address concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, anger, self-esteem, social skills, bullying, academic stress, school refusal/school avoidance, couples/family conflict, and substance use/addiction within a safe, nonjudgemental space where clients can feel heard and understood.

Our clinicians are trained in evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, and we support individuals with autism and those navigating IEP-related needs. We are in-network with major providers including Aetna, Horizon, and Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), and we also accept Horizon NJ FamilyCare Medicaid. Conveniently serving communities in and around Cranford, including Westfield, Clark, Scotch Plains, Fanwood, Mountainside, Springfield, Roselle Park, Watchung, and Kenilworth.

Telehealth services are offered to clients statewide.

Couples therapy is telehealth only and out-of-network.

Our practice is located at: 123 N. Union Ave #205 Cranford, NJ 07016

We are committed to accessible, high-quality care.

Meet The Team

Cheryl Jacko, LPC

Couples Therapy / Certified Gottman Therapist

As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Certified Gottman Therapist, I have centered my practice on working exclusively with couples. Using Gottman Method Couples Therapy, an
evidence-based treatment for improving relationships based on 40+ years of research, I thoroughly assess the strengths and challenges of your relationship and address the issues with
research-based tools to help productively manage conflict, build trust, and deepen friendship and intimacy. If you are at a crossroads with your partner or just looking to improve relationship satisfaction, you have come to the right place. I am here to offer hope and help in navigating your relationship by blending a balance of therapy and education, which is a key aspect of my work with couples. Additionally, I work as an adjunct professor at Kean University teaching Family Counseling and Internship courses to graduate level students, as I am passionate about developing the next generation of counselors and extending my reach beyond the therapy room.

Sam Luba, LCSW

Adolescents, Adults

I am a licensed mental health professional with extensive experience supporting youth and adults facing emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and understood. In our first session, we focus on building rapport, identifying your goals, and beginning a personalized plan using evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and practical skill-building. I specialize in helping individuals and families manage overwhelming emotions, improve daily functioning, and strengthen coping and social skills, with an emphasis on fostering resilience, hope, and lasting positive change.

Julie Badras, LPC

Adolescents, Adults

As a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10+ years of experience in counseling and education, I specialize in working with adolescents who struggle with anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, family conflict, grief, relationship/peer issues, self-esteem, academic stress, and college/career planning. Working in both the clinical mental health and school counseling fields, I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused therapy, psychoeducation, and mindfulness techniques to help youth overcome their challenges and achieve their emotional, social, and academic goals. Additionally, as a mother of a spontaneous and loving 3-year-old daughter, I understand the challenges of parenting and am passionate about providing parenting and family support in my counseling work as well.

Lauren Krueger, LPC

Adolescents, Adults

As a licensed counselor, complemented by 18 years of experience as a high school counselor, I bring extensive expertise to my work. This combination allows me to support clients with a deep understanding of adolescent and family dynamics while providing thoughtful, individualized care. Drawing from both my professional background and lived experiences as a daughter, friend, wife, mother, and coach, I strive to connect authentically with clients and guide them through life’s challenges with empathy, insight, and practical perspective.

Michael Loupis, LPC, LCADC

Adolescents, Adults

As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), a Level 2 Certified Attachment Based Family Therapist, and a Certified Parent Coach, I bring extensive experience to my work and approach each client and family individually. I draw from several different techniques, including CBT, REBT, ABFT, and MI to find the best fit, as no one single therapeutic method works for everyone. Helping clients see how their thoughts, feelings, and actions are all interconnected and examining how childhood upbringing may impact current behaviors, thoughts, and mood, I strive to help my clients gain insight to make lasting change. Additionally, I work as a Student Assistance Counselor (SAC) and anti-bullying specialist at a NJ Public School and teach Practicum and Internship courses to graduate level students at Kean University, as an adjunct professor.

Anne Dean, LAC

Adolescents

I am a Licensed Associate Counselor and specialize in working with adolescents. As our children grow, their mental health is a main priority, and my goal is to provide a safe, trusting therapeutic environment for them so we can successfully work on their specific issues. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, and peer/family conflict and utilize CBT, along with other modalities, to help youth cope and grow mentally, emotionally, behaviorally, and socially. Additionally, I am also employed as a School Counselor, so I am finely attuned to the specific problems and needs our youth face, and am passionate about helping them overcome obstacles in order to find happiness and success in all aspects of life.

Kate Facto, LAC

Adolescents, Adults

I am a Licensed Associate Counselor and specialize in working with adults and teens. I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where a range of clients can explore their thoughts,
feelings, and experiences. Drawing upon evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and my extensive background in education, I provide personalized guidance and support to individuals navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and difficult relationship dynamics. The hardest part is often making that first phone call or sending the first email, but there is bravery in taking that first step to help yourself or a loved one. I am here to support you as you work through life's challenges and move in a more positive, healthy direction.

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