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Jennifer Donato, LCSW

Jennifer Donato, LCSW
Jennifer Donato, LCSW

About Jennifer Donato

Jennifer Donato is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of New Jersey. She graduated with honors from Rutgers University where she studied history, education, and dance. Jen received her Masters in Social Work from Fordham University. She is passionate about working with individuals and families across the lifespan, and has extensive experience working with children, teens, parents, and families.

Our Collaborative Approach

Jennifer Donato uses a collaborative and supportive approach to help clients address emotional, behavioral, psychiatric, and interpersonal challenges. Her goal is to help individuals recognize their strengths and potential while learning to manage life’s stressors. She works with children, teens, parents, families, and adults, creating a supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered to achieve their treatment goals.

Education & Licensure

🎓 Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – State of New Jersey

🎓 Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) – Fordham University

🎓 Bachelor’s Degree (Honors) – Rutgers University

✔ Studies in History, Education, and Dance

Trauma Specialization

Jennifer has experience supporting clients with a range of emotional and life challenges, including:

  • Emotional and Behavioral Challenges
  • Psychiatric and Mental Health Conditions
  • Interpersonal and Relationship Issues
  • Family and Parenting Challenges
  • Stress and Life Transitions
  • Mental Health Support for Children and Teens
  • Support for Individuals with Disabilities (Psychiatric, Cognitive, Intellectual, and Physical)

Treatment Modalities

Jennifer uses an eclectic, evidence-based therapeutic approach tailored to each client’s needs, including:

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Creative and Arts-Based Therapeutic Techniques
  • Music-Informed Therapeutic Approaches

Contact Us

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