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Areas of Focus:​

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  • Complex & Attachment Trauma

  • Neurodivergence

  • Couple & Relationship Therapy

  • Family Therapy

  • Play Therapy

Director

Simone Lavine, M.S.Ed, M.Phil.Ed, LPC

Hello! I'm so glad you're here. Finding a therapist that's the right fit can be a daunting challenge, and it's courageous to even begin the process. Many of my clients have seen one or more therapists in the past, and struggled to feel understood or get the help they actually need. I am trained and practiced in addressing the root causes of suffering in individuals and relational systems, which allows me to provide the highest quality of care to children, teens, adults, couples, and families who have previously struggled to find therapy helpful. Many of my clients have found my approach to be refreshing, engaged, and effective.​

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I come to this work equipped with a life-long passion for emotional and relational wellness, bolstered by an eclectic and diverse work history, and a rich educational background in human development and counseling. My therapeutic lens is trauma and attachment-informed, and neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ affirming. I am dedicated to a framework of cultural humility and respect that takes into account the impacts of systems of oppression, and prioritizes collaborative advocacy.

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I am particularly passionate about supporting couples, families, and children impacted by trauma and neurodivergence.

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You deserve real support from someone who is committed to offering you the compassion, understanding, and tools that you, your relationship, your child, or your family need to actually create change. I would be honored to join you on your healing journey. Let's chat.

Simone Lavine, LPC

Qualifications

Degrees and Certifications​

  • ​​​​​​Licensed Professional Counselor - NJ License Number 37PC01011000

  • Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Childhood Mental Health - summa cum laude - Temple University

  • Masters of Science in Education (M.S.Ed) in Counseling and Mental Health Services - University of Pennsylvania.

  • Masters of Philosophy in Education (M.Phil.Ed) in Professional CounselingUniversity of Pennsylvania.

  • EMDRIA Certified Therapist™ and Consultant In Training (CIT)

  • Certified AutPlay® Therapy Provider

  • Certified Yoga Instructor - YogaWorks

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Clinical Training

  • Emotionally-Focused Couple Therapy Externship and Core Skills - Debi Scimeca-Diaz, LMFT.

  • Emotionally-Focused Family Therapy - George Faller, LMFT

  • Introduction to Internal Family Systems - Syzygy Institute

  • IFS-Informed EMDR (Steps 1, 2 & 3)- Syzygy Institute

  • Theraplay Level 1 & Marschak Interaction Method - The Theraplay Institute

  • Child-Centered Play Therapy in Practice - Demi Banchs, MA, LPC, RPT.

  • Sand Tray Therapy (Level 1 & 2) - Meg Clark Soriano, MA, LPC, ACS, RPT-S.

  • Playing From The Bottom Up - Demi Banchs, MA, LPC, RPT

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Professional Endorsements

Simone is a compassionate, empathic, and extremely talented therapist. She prioritizes the safety and unique needs of all the individuals that she works with. I would refer anyone to her with full confidence that they would receive excellent treatment.

Demi Banchs, MA, LPC, RPT™, 

Simone is an exceptional therapist. Her expertise combined with her empathetic approach allows her to create a safe space for individuals and couples. I highly recommend!

Nicole Fischer, MA, LPC

Simone is down-to-earth, genuine, and warm. She creates an environment that is validating and safe, so that true healing can take place. Simone is attentive, creative and skilled in her approach to clients' healing.

Jacquie Schriver, LCSW

Simone is an affirmative, highly skilled therapist who meets her clients and couples exactly where they are. She uses evidence-based approaches to guide her work and fosters a safe, collaborative environment for growth and healing.

Andrea Nasuti, LCSW

Client Testimonials

shared anonymously with permission

Simone has been such a caring, grounding presence in my life. She listens with real compassion, offers guidance that actually helps, and has supported me through some of my hardest moments with patience and respect. I’m truly grateful for her.

Simone has created an environment in which I can freely express all thoughts and feelings without the fear of judgement. She is personable and realistic. She makes you do the hard work but is also in tune to when you just can’t. I have grown so much and have learned so much about myself. I truly appreciate Simone as a person.

Never before has a therapist seen me so clearly, and never before has a therapist understood so well when I deflect from real progress by oversharing. I feel completely supported and buoyed, as well as pushed (in a good way!) towards my goals and improvement in general.

When I was struggling deeply with daily, consistent panic attacks, Simone helped me dig to the places that needed to find the light, and helped me process them in a way that made me feel optimistic for the first time in a long time.

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