Cassandra Merklinghaus, LCSW, NJ | Psychotherapist

About Cassandra Merklinghaus

Focus areas

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Transgender Care

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Childhood Trauma

Sex Addiction

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Lesbian

Faith

Nonreligious

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Cassandra Merklinghaus

Are you an overwhelmed teen or adult bothered by intrusive thoughts, behaviors, and feelings? Do you want to live a happy, fulfilled life instead of just getting through each day? Cassandra wants to show you strategies you can use every day to overcome daily stressors. Using evidence-based, science-supported techniques, she will give you the tools you need to make lasting change. Her goal is to introduce you to actionable skills so you can quickly tap the tools you need on the fly to avoid emotional meltdowns and live your best life. As a professional helper with a Master's in Social Work from New York University, Cassandra will be by your side to help you uncover your inner strengths and pinpoint the solutions to best solve problem situations. She believes the solutions are already within you and will work alongside you to find an effective, customized approach tailored to your particular struggles. Whether your issues involve relationships-family, marriage, parenting, love-or professional challenges-work, education, promotions-Cassandra will help you develop the skills you need to improve your overall sense of well-being and workplace effectiveness. She uses a blend of therapeutic approaches personalized to your specific needs, including CBT, psychodynamic and person-centered therapy, Gestalt, and more. Cassandra has experience working with children, families, couples, adolescents, and adults, and specializes in LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning) care as well as overcoming trauma of all kinds. She treats anxiety, depression, mood disorders, childhood behavioral problems, trauma, and developmental delays. Currently a candidate for her CSAT, she has helped people with sex addiction and pornography addiction. She also specializes in working with individuals diagnosed with neurodivergent conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder.

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Session cost: 200 per 45 minutes If you have out of network benefits you will be provided a superbill the 1st of every month that you can submit to insurance for reimbursement.

Popular visit reasons

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Psychosexual Evaluation

Office location

Cassandra Merklinghaus, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

M and H Counseling Services

90 E Halsey Rd, Ste 352, Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ 07054

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Education and background

Practice names

M and H Counseling Services

Education and training

New York University, Master's in Social Work

Awards and publications

New Jersey’s Favorite Kids’ Docs 2020
New Jersey’s Favorite Kids’ Docs 2021

NPI number

1093366395

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Cassandra Merklinghaus?

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Is Cassandra Merklinghaus accepting new patients?

Cassandra Merklinghaus generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Cassandra Merklinghaus's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Cassandra Merklinghaus accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Cassandra Merklinghaus online?

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What practice does Cassandra Merklinghaus work with?

Cassandra Merklinghaus works with M and H Counseling Services.

Where is Cassandra Merklinghaus's office located?

Cassandra Merklinghaus has 2 office locations, including in Batsto and Parsippany-Troy Hills, view full addresses on Cassandra Merklinghaus's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Cassandra Merklinghaus?

Cassandra Merklinghaus frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Cassandra Merklinghaus on their profile.