Meet Marie
Marie Poloney, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care. She provides a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can feel safe to explore their concerns, build resilience, and work toward meaningful personal growth.
Marie is a graduate of Rowan University, where she earned bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Elementary Education. While pursuing her Master of Social Work degree at Rutgers University, she worked as an adoption counselor and family case manager, gaining valuable experience supporting children, families, and individuals facing complex life challenges.
Upon completion of graduate school, Marie began her career in the field of mental health counseling at a community health center, where she gained extensive clinical knowledge and experience working with individuals experiencing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns.
In 2005, Marie established her private practice, where she has continued to provide high-quality mental health services. She has a particular passion for working with adolescents and emerging adults as they navigate the unique transitions of life. Over the years, she has helped clients address a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, childhood trauma, and attachment-related issues.
Marie's treatment approach is evidence-based and tailored to the unique needs of each client. She utilizes therapies including EMDR, CBT, and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients process difficult experiences and achieve lasting emotional well-being.
Marie believes that therapy is a partnership built on trust, respect, and authenticity. She works closely with clients to develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and creating lasting positive change.
Marie's Approach
"I believe that healing is a collaborative journey of self-discovery and growth. My approach is rooted in evidence-based behavioral therapy, focusing on building resilience and navigating the complexities of anxiety and trauma with a calm, empathetic presence. Together, we will explore your unique path toward a more balanced and fulfilling life".
Therapy Services
Individual therapy offers a safe, supportive space to address the challenges you're facing today, while also exploring the experiences that have shaped you. Together, we'll work on current stressors, build practical coping skills, and when helpful, gently look at past experiences to better understand patterns that might still affect your life. The goal is to support healing, increase self-understanding, and help you move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
Individual Therapy
Family therapy focuses on improving communication, understanding, and connection between family members. In our work together, we explore patterns that may be causing conflict or distance, and learn new ways to listen, support, and respond to one another. Family therapy can help reduce tension at home, strengthen relationships, and create a more stable, nurturing environment where everyone feels heard and valued.