I truly don’t know where I’d be without Jaime. She has been my anchor through some of the most difficult and transformative years of my life—from the chaos of high school, through the challenges of college, and into the intense early years of being a nurse. Her empathy, insight, and unwavering support helped me not only survive, but grow into someone I’m proud of. I always felt seen, heard, and respected in our sessions. Working with her has changed my life in ways I am endlessly grateful for. 

When we first started seeing Julie three years ago, my son was in kindergarten and was having difficulty with emotional regulation and rigidity. She has guided us through his diagnoses of anxiety and ADHD by helping me with parenting strategies and giving my son the tools he needs to enjoy school, sports, vacations, etc. Julie is an invaluable resource with regards to the school system and what accommodations we can ask for, and which ones he would benefit from.

Before we started seeing Julie, I felt totally lost and helpless.  She empowers both me and my son, and with her help I feel confident that we can work through any situation. Julie is wonderful and we are so thankful for her!

Jaime has helped me heal and grow over the past few years in ways I could never see comming. I’ve had a lot of different therapists throughout the past 10 years of my life, and no one has been able to adapt to my communication style the way Jaime has been able to. She helps me talk through my feelings in a way I can understand them so I can then have the ability to work on myself. She explains the why behind my feelings and helps me realize things that left me stuck for so long. I truly enjoy my sessions and feel like I can speak without being judged, but still receive guidance on what I can do differently to better myself. When I look back, I can genuinely see the growth that has happened with Jaime as my therapist. She is the person who helped me realize I need to do what is best for me. I would highly recommend Jaime to others. She is honest and direct while being empathetic and compassionate at the same time. My sessions with her feel natural and comfortable, which I think is important when sharing vulnerable emotions. I am so happy I found Jaime and can continue to grow through her.

We’ve had an incredibly positive experience with Laura Spindler at Brighter Living LLC in Red Bank.  We were so pleased to be able to make an appointment and not have a long wait time for the first session.   From the very first session, Laura made my child feel comfortable and safe, which was so important for us. She has a warm, compassionate approach and truly listens—not just to the child, but to the parent as well.

Over the past 6 months, we’ve seen real growth in our daughter—both emotionally and socially. Laura offers helpful strategies we can use at home, and it’s clear they are passionate and knowledgeable in their field.

I would highly recommend her to any parent seeking support for their child’s emotional well-being.

I cannot recommend Enza Marucci highly enough for any parents looking for a therapist who specializes in teens, particularly athletes. My child has been seeing Enza for over a year now, and the progress we’ve seen in both mental well-being and athletic performance has been wonderful.

Enza has an understanding of the unique pressures that young athletes face, from performance anxiety to balancing school and sports. She has a calm, approachable demeanor that immediately put my child at ease, making it a comfortable space for them to open up. What sets Enza apart is her ability to integrate mental health strategies with athletic development, which has been incredibly helpful for my child in managing both on and off-the-field challenges.

Enza is also great at keeping an open line of communication with me as a parent, ensuring we’re all on the same page. Whether it’s dealing with setbacks after a loss, managing stress before competitions, or simply improving confidence, the impact of their sessions has been noticeable.

If you’re looking for a professional who truly understands the complexities of being a young athlete and can help them thrive both mentally and athletically, Enza is the person to see.

Rachel has been invaluable in helping my teen to overcome some anxiety and self-confidence challenges she has been facing. She is always a supportive listener, but honest as well in situations where she gives advice that may challenge my daughter to see things from a different perspective. My daughter was initially resistant to the idea of therapy, and Rachel suggested getting her to agree to just one visit as a starting point. After that first visit, she was willing to go back and eventually looked forward to her time spent talking with Rachel.  As a parent, I will be forever grateful for the guidance she provides to my daughter as well as the sense of empowerment she has helped her realize. 

Marisa was a huge help for my son. She was compassionate and understanding and really allowed him to see that his struggles were not something to be ashamed of and feel bad about, but rather a set of normal emotions that we just had to learn how to better manage. My son really felt like Marisa heard him and understood exactly what he was feeling - we left each session with actionable tips that really allowed him to feel in control of his struggles. In turn this provided him with the strength and growth that he needed to feel confident and supported. Since we stopped working with Marisa, my son has continued to thrive and grow in ways I did not anticipate and we certainly attribute a lot of this to the help Marisa gave him along the way!

Marisa has been my therapist for 8 years. Marisa is not only a great therapist who cares for her clients, but also an incredibly kind, intelligent, and thoughtful person. After losing my mother to cancer when I was 14, Marisa has helped me navigate grief, pain, and anxiety. She encourages me to challenge my anxious thoughts, points me in the direction of healthy coping mechanisms, and provides me with strategies to make my day-to-day life easier. She makes time for her clients when they are having a crisis, is a great listener, and truly wants what is best for them. Marisa has provided me with confidence in my own strengths as a person and I am forever grateful for her impact on my life. I would recommend Marisa to anyone looking for a therapist.

Julie is a highly professional, skilled and encouraging therapist who helped me through a very difficult time in my life. After losing my husband, her sessions provided a safe space where I could work through my grief. Julie’s gentle guidance and insight helped me heal, and I will be forever grateful to her.

Marisa has been such a ray of sunshine in my son's life! We first met Marisa nearly two years ago at a time when my middle school age son was struggling with intense emotions and OCD behavior. Marisa met him where he was, always with a  compassionate, supportive and empathetic tone to help him identify personal triggers and teach him various breathing and mindfulness techniques that he uses regularly to help him cope with life's challenges. Thanks to Marisa (and her super affectionate labradoodle, Annie!) he has shown so much growth and confidence during uncomfortable situations and we are forever grateful!

Rachel has been invaluable in helping my teen to overcome some anxiety and self-confidence challenges she has been facing. She is always a supportive listener, but honest as well in situations where she gives advice that may challenge my daughter to see things from a different perspective. My daughter was initially resistant to the idea of therapy, and Rachel suggested getting her to agree to just one visit as a starting point. After that first visit, she was willing to go back and eventually looked forward to her time spent talking with Rachel. As a parent, I will be forever grateful for the guidance she provides to my daughter as well as the sense of empowerment she has helped her realize.

I can’t express enough how grateful I am for the support I’ve received from Rachel at Brighter Living. Rachel is incredibly empathetic but also practical. She pushes me in a way that feels empowering, and she has provided me with the tools to work through challenges independently as well. Most importantly, Rachel has created a safe space for me to heal and grow. I always feel heard and understood during our sessions. I have recommended Rachel to many of my friends & family, and I can’t recommend her enough!

My 12 year old daughter has been working with Marisa for a couple years now.  I can't even express how grateful we are to have Marisa as a part of our support team.  She has helped to guide our daughter through some tough times, and serves as another adult that she can trust/always count on.  As we approach her teen years, we are so lucky that she has Marisa to help navigate all that is to come.  Marisa is warm, kind, and patient, and anyone that gets to work with her (and her super sweet pup) is beyond lucky!

Tony has been a life saver for my son. My son struggled for years before a full and correct diagnosis was made and effective medicine started. Tony has been dedicated, patient and supportive as my son slowly opened up to him. Tony has built on this trust to give my son an outlet for his thoughts, feelings and challenges. Tony has helped him to process his thoughts and feelings and meet his challenges in a healthy and positive way. The progress they have made together is truly remarkable. Liam has tapered off all his medication and I know that that would not have been possible without Tony's dedication.

I trust Tony completely with my son's mental health and well being and recommend him wholeheartedly.

I began therapy with Julie shortly after experiencing a traumatic event that led to a series of difficult life changes. I was experiencing severe anxiety and panic attacks that, despite seeking help at my college counseling center, no one around me understood. I felt incredibly lonely and isolated. When I met Julie, I felt like I could breathe again because I finally felt someone understood what I was going through. I know it can take time to connect with a therapist, but I instantly clicked with Julie. She understood me in a way that no one else could, and I could open up to her in a way that I couldn’t with anyone else.  Brighter Living was a safe haven for me during difficult times, and at some points my sessions with Julie were the were the only thing that helped me get through the week. From leaving college to transferring schools, from saying an early goodbye to my athletic career to facing health issues, Julie helped me navigate my new normal, offering support through both tears and laughter along the way.

I started seeing Julie after the death of my wife. I had a daughter who was young, and I was trying to cope with not only the grief, but the weight of being now an only parent to a young girl. Julie worked with me continuously through the years to work through the different levels of grief. She gave me tools and ways to adapt and deal with my grief as well as enabling me to help my daughter and the issues that she would be having from the loss of a parent. Besides the grief counseling, Julie helped me navigate the world of my teenage daughter by providing guidance and support.  Julie is intuitive, kind, and a very caring person. She shares her insights and recommendations in ways that are extremely helpful. We’ve built a relationship of trust over the years and her help and guidance has helped me get through a traumatic time in my life… I am forever in her debt…

Mr. Tony Ferruggiaro, MA,LAC, is a superb, thoughtful and compassionate therapist. At all times he is non-judgmental, provides practical  and thoughtful behavior recommendations through the lens of your strengths and his knowledge of therapy and best counseling practices. He provides a welcoming and  comfortable counseling environment .  It really is "Brighter Living" with Tony.