​Tabetha M. Finkle, MA, LAC, NCC

Specialties: Included but not limited to Academic Pressures, ADD/ADHD, Adjustment Issues, Aging, Alcohol and Other Substance Abuse, Anger/Stress Management, Anxiety Disorders, Attachment, Autism Spectrum, Bipolar, Behavior Issues, Body Image, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Chronic Pain, Codependency, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Depression, Divorce, Domestic Abuse, Dual Diagnosis, Eating Disorders, Family Conflict, Gender and Sexuality, Grief and Loss, Identity Development, Impulse Control, Infidelity, Insomnia, Life Transitions, Marriage/Couples/Family Counseling, Mindfulness, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Parenting, Parents of Premature Children, Peer Relationships, Personality Disorders, Relationship Conflicts, Postpartum Concerns, Self ­Esteem, Self ­Harm, Sexuality/Sexual Identity, Social Skills, Sport Related Issues, Trauma and PTSD, Weight Loss, Wellness and Self ­Care, Women’s Issues

Adolescents (Age 10 and up), Pre­teen/Teens, Adults, Individuals, Couples, Family, Groups.

As a Therapist, my philosophy is based on a client-centered approach focusing on establishing a safe, non-judgmental, and collaborative space for the client. This process involves establishing respect and trust as the foundation for the therapist-client relationship. Once the therapeutic alliance is established, I assist each client in identifying, creating, and implementing their own specific plan of action to reach his/her treatment goals. I strive to create a space for each client to explore his/her thoughts, behaviors, relationship patterns, needs, and goals. I believe the therapeutic experience is a journey and creating an environment of respect, compassion, and unconditional positive regard allows each client to explore opportunities for positive change.

I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Georgian Court University and my Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Georgian Court University as well. I implement various therapeutic approaches based on the clients’ specific needs including but not limited to CBT, DBT, Solution focused, Family Systems therapies, and Reality Therapy.

In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends, and dogs. I am an exercise enthusiast attending kickboxing classes, boot camp classes, and running. I attend a variety of mindfulness trainings, seminars, and events. I enjoy practicing various eastern traditions including but not limited to meditation, QiGong, martial arts, and yoga. I believe in a holistic approach to life with a focus on self-care.