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Meet Dr. Heather Bense

I am a doctorate level Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I utilize connection and the therapeutic relationship to create a supportive space to promote healing for individuals across the lifespan. 

Hello! I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with my Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) and Rutgers University with my Masters in Social Work (MSW).​ I am a New Jersey Approved Clinical Supervisor and provide clinical supervision for Licensed Social Workers (LSW) and Licensed Associate Counselors (LAC) towards terminal licensure. 

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I have experience integrating my work experience in higher education instruction and support programs with my clinical experiences in community mental health. I specialize in helping individuals work through depression, mood dysregulation, decision-making issues, anxiety, obsessions and phobias, traumatic stress, family conflict, bereavement, environmental stressors, and challenges specific to the LGBTQIA+ community.

 

While I have experience working with a variety of evidenced based therapeutic approaches, I work most frequently with narrative approaches, Imago Relationship Therapy, Relational Therapy, Anti-oppressive and intersectional perspectives, Solution Focused and Strengths Based Therapies. 

 

I am a certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). ​

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Address

Linwood Commons

2106 New Rd. A7

Linwood, NJ 08221

Phone

In-Person and Telehealth Services

Telehealth only for Florida residents

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