Astrid is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years dedicated to advocacy and counseling.
Astrid utilizes warmth, compassion, and often humor to create a comfortable space when working with clients. She is understanding and responsive to each person’s unique needs and believes in a collaborative approach to empower clients to bring forward their hidden strengths and find hope and healing through the process.
Astrid utilizes a blend of CBT, ACT and Solution-Focused methods to support clients; specializing in treatment with teens and young adults as they navigate their transition into life independence , with a focus on identity conflicts, anxiety, depression, communication skills, and anger management. She is also experienced in working with adults navigating life transitions, experiencing relationship challenges, and healing from trauma.
When not supporting clients, Astrid’s personal time is dedicated to the beautiful chaos of her own home life. Astrid lives with her partner, teen children, and very large and loving mastiff, Luci. Astrid also enjoys traveling, spending time outdoors, especially at the beach, cooking, having impromptu dance parties, and being a horror movie enthusiast.
Education
Monmouth University, West Long Branch, NJ, Master of Social Work (MSW)
Slippery Rock University, Bachelor of Science, Social Work – (BSW)
License, Certificates & Advanced Credentials
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – New Jersey – License No. 44SC05700700
Helping Areas of Interest
Relationship Challenges
Life Transitions and Adjustment Challenges
Anxiety and Depression Management
Trauma and Unresolved Past Issues
Helping Orientation Preferences
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Trauma Informed Care
Solution Focused Therapy
Client Focus
Astrid works with adolescents and emerging, young adults who are navigating the challenges of growing independence, identity exploration, and emotional ups and downs. With a focus on anxiety, depression, communication and anger, she offers practical tools and compassionate support to help clients feel more confident, connected, and in control of their lives.
Astrid is excited to bring her skills and gifts to Lessons N Sessions offering a compassionate, warm and natural approach to therapy in a supportive environment