Therapist in Clark, New Jersey Cassandra Altenor, Therapist

License: LAC

Provider Gender: Female

Ages Served: 15-64

Appointments: In-office and Telehealth

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Cassandra Altenor, LAC

Cassandra Altenor, LAC, is a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping individuals and families in New Jersey navigate their mental health journeys. Cassandra obtained her master’s degree in counseling at New Jersey City University and holds a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University. Her previous experience includes many years working with adolescents and doing IIC. Cassandra sees children/adolescents and adults individually as well as couples, families, and groups. She enjoys working with a wide range of behavioral health issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, and trauma.

She believes in empowering young people through changing the way they see themselves. Cassandra utilizes an integrative approach specifically designed to meet each individual’s needs and uses techniques from a variety of methods such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Dialectic Behavior Therapy. Outside of her professional life, Cassandra enjoys traveling and cooking, finding joy in exploring new cultures and flavors. Her love for helping others is reflected not only in her clinical work but also in her personal passions. Cassandra is fluent in both Creole and English, enabling her to connect with a broader range of clients in their preferred language.

Expertise

Insurances Accepted

Interventions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Biofeedback
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Couples/Marital Counseling
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Family Therapy
Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Parenting Skills

Populations

Adoption/Foster Care
Men
Women

Education

New Jersey City University

Graduate School | 2021

Jersey City, NJ, United States
New Greater Bible Seminary

Graduate School | 2020

Queens Village, NY, United States
Rutgers University

Undergraduate | 2008

Newark, NJ, United States