Marina Bednarek MA, LAC

(She/Her)

Accepting Clients

I am here to be with you and hold space for you to feel both heard and valued.

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate in Dover, NJ
Supervised by Dahiana Grisales LCSW

Free Initial Consultation

Book consultation

Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

I work with clients struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. I also often work with CPTSD and those who have been diagnosed with personality disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder. I often find myself working well with those who have often felt misunderstood. Being a Transgender Woman myself, I also work a lot with the Transgender community including binary, non-binary, and fluid genders on the gender spectrum.

My Background and Approach

My approach to therapy is personal; utilizing an "eclectic" approach, and we will explore your needs accordingly. I base my therapy in a humanistic groundwork, meaning I believe as human beings we are all striving towards growth and we deserve nothing less than unconditional love and acceptance. With Trauma disorders, I find it important to work with the nervous system and not against it. Trauma shows up in the body and I work to use the body as a way to heal and to understand through regulation and insight. I am an LAC in New Jersey

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

As a Transgender woman myself, I believe that we, in the LGBTQ+ community, deserve to have spaces free from harm and persecution. I also believe that the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy. I take this very seriously and work hard to help my clients feel seen, heard, and valued.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Eclectic Therapy Person-Centered (Rogerian)

Other Techniques

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Eclectic Therapy
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Humanistic Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Relational Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Gender Identity Therapy LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Other Issues

  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Child Issues
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Personality Disorders
  • Self-Esteem
  • Self-Harm
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues

Client Focus

Languages
English

Qualifications

License
MA, LAC, State of New Jersey · ##37AC00588300
Supervision
Supervised by Dahiana Grisales LCSW
Years in practice
5 years

Insurance Plans Accepted

  • Aetna

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
In-person & Telehealth
Both available

Location

Primary Location

186 East Blackwell St
Dover, NJ 07801
(973) 314-2929

Access & Transport

  • Gender-neutral bathrooms
Open in Google Maps ↗ · GPS: 40.8848673°, -74.5494149°

At A Glance

  • Experience: 5 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $100 - 100/session

Info

Email Marina
186 East Blackwell St
Dover, NJ 07801

Reach out to Marina