Michael Naughton, LPC, MEd, NCC, NJ

About Michael Naughton

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Eclectic

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Family / Marital

Motivational Interviewing

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Michael Naughton

The provider is a “Licensed Professional Counselor" and their license number is 37PC00400300. I have practiced as a therapist for over 22 years. I have worked with various populations, including clients with the following: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders, and psychotic disorders. I have worked with clients with issues ranging from every day stressors to clients with severe mental illness. I have extensive experience with clients in crisis. I have assisted people in dealing with advanced care planning and dealing with advanced medical conditions. I have experience with all ages from pediatrics to the elderly. I think it’s vital to establish trust and rapport early on in the therapeutic relationship. I emphasize a calm and comfortable environment for clients so they can feel free to express what is most important to them. I think that’s essential for people to best set goals and to figure out next steps. I work from a client centered perspective emphasizing the areas in which people want to make changes in their lives. I work with clients to try and help them have the healthiest and most rational perspective and mindset to accomplish whatever they’re looking to achieve.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I think it’s very important for a therapist to get to know their client and really understand their client to best understand how to help. So the first session is really about getting to know the client and understanding them as a person and their experiences to give a springboard into future sessions. I believe it’s very important early on to establish trust and to establish an environment where a client is comfortable with their therapist. This will allow for a foundation for setting goals. With further sessions, progress will be discussed. It will be clear as to what is working well and what areas still need improvement.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I enjoy working with people who are motivated in becoming the best version of who they can be. I come from a client centered perspective emphasizing the areas in which people want to make changes in their lives. I want to try and help clients develop the healthiest and most rational perspective and mindset to accomplish whatever goals they’re looking to achieve. The process will be collaborative with therapist and client working together towards effective life changing strategies.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prenuptial Counseling

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

Prenuptial Counseling

Office location

Michael Naughton, LPC, MEd, NCC also offers online video visits for patients

Better You Counseling and Psychotherapy Services

291 Herbertsville Road, Brick, NJ 08724

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Education and background

Practice names

Better You Counseling and Psychotherapy Services

Board certifications

National Board for Certified Counselors

Education and training

Rutgers University–New Brunswick, Master's in Counseling

NPI number

1366317869

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What practice does Michael Naughton work with?

Michael Naughton works with Better You Counseling and Psychotherapy Services.

Where is Michael Naughton's office located?

Michael Naughton has 3 office locations, including in Brick Township and Brick, view full addresses on Michael Naughton's profile.

Which board certifications does Michael Naughton have?

Michael Naughton is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.

What are common reasons for patients to see Michael Naughton?

Michael Naughton frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Michael Naughton on their profile.