First Sip Counseling
A fresh start for your mind, like the first sip of a new day.
Mental health support for trauma, anxiety, relationships and life transitions.
Welcome!
I created First Sip Counseling for those who are seeking a safe, comforting space to unpack difficult experiences, process past trauma (recent and old), navigate challenging relationships, explore life changes, and learn to better manage anxiety and stress.
I have spent nearly 20 years working with relationship violence and trauma (most specifically sexual violence and abusive relationships) and I understand the courage it takes to seek out support and ask for help. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been in the mental health field for 15 years.
The space is yours to lead. I don’t believe in a “one size fits all” approach to healing. I recognize there may be lots of different areas of focus when you begin this journey and that’s OK. I will always reconnect with you and make sure we are working on the issues YOU want to spend time on. I want you to feel empowered, supported and validated at all times. My approach is trauma-informed, psychodynamic and psychoeducational, but use a variety of techniques and frameworks.
Your healing is as unique as you are, and my approach reflects that. I would love the opportunity to work with you!
When I’m not wearing my Therapist Hat, I’m assuming the role of Chef, Chauffeur, Toy-Picker-Upper, Dog Walker, or Pasta Maker for my children (2 human, 1 canine), and sipping (very) strong coffee.
Christie anderson, lcsW
Owner / Founder
What to expect?
Are you struggling with a history of trauma?
Negative thoughts about yourself that don't seem to stop?
Anxiety or worries that are keeping you from thriving?
Relationships that don't seem to work out and find you blame yourself?
Difficulty with a recent (or not so recent) life experience that you’re struggling to move past?
Whether trauma has occurred once in your life, or you have lived through multiple experiences, it may be affecting your life now; your relationships with your loved ones, your focus, your communication, your sleeping and eating patterns, and so much more.
You may find yourself confused as to why it's affecting you now, when it happened so long ago. If you're ready to work on yourself and prioritize wellness, let's connect.
Questions?
FAQs:
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I provide individual therapy to adults (college age and up).
I am licensed in the state of NJ, which means clients must be physically located in the state of NJ when conducting session.
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You can submit a request to be contacted via the submission form on this page. You may also email me directly (christie@firstsipcounseling.com) or call (908) 895-5952.
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I am in network with several major insurance companies. For those that choose not to use insurance or are not in network, I provide a superbill to submit for reimbursement.
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Yes! I think therapy is best done where you are your most comfortable. All services are telehealth so you can join from your safest place.
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