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Angelo Fouras

Therapist

Angelo Fouras

LCSW

New Jersey · 16+ years of experience

Compassionate, goal-focused therapy for everyday life

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  • Patient and steady
  • Goal-oriented
  • Skill focused

About Angelo

Angelo Fouras is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 16 years of direct practice. He presents as patient and kind and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He aims to listen without judgment and move at each person's pace.

Angelo frames therapy as a collaborative effort. He works with clients to set short- and long-term goals and tailors methods to fit individual needs. Sessions emphasize honesty, empathy, and steady support so people can gain tools and confidence for daily life.

His background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Social Work from Rutgers University. Angelo has worked in schools, community programs, outpatient clinics, group homes, and home-based care. That range of settings shaped his approach to common issues such as ADHD, trauma and abuse, caregiving stress, chronic illness, and life transitions.

In practical terms, Angelo blends approaches like cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, dialectical behavior strategies, emotionally-focused work, and client-centered methods. He aims to help clients build skills for coping, communication, and managing mood or impulsive behaviors. Sessions involve clear guidance, skill practice, and checking progress.

People who reach out can expect a professional who stresses respect and empowerment. Angelo focuses on helping individuals improve day-to-day functioning, repair patterns in close relationships, and find ways to handle career or parenting stress. He encourages questions and keeps treatment goals visible as work proceeds.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

16+ years

Credentials

New Jersey

Languages

English

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Therapeutic approaches used for online work and support

Angelo commonly draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and practice new responses. CBT often focuses on practical steps and skill-building for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.

He also uses dialectical behavior therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills are useful for managing strong emotions, impulsive behavior, or relationship conflicts.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Angelo collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available formats before booking because his biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten commute time, and allow check-ins from different locations. Some formats can be better for quick check-ins, while others allow longer skill practice and deeper conversation. Licensed professionals can help match session length and frequency to what works in everyday life.

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns can Angelo help address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and many related concerns listed in his specialties.

What is his general approach in sessions?

Sessions are collaborative and paced to the individual. He uses a mix of approaches such as CBT, DBT, EFT, mindfulness, and client-centered work depending on needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He brings 16 years of direct practice experience in diverse mental health settings working with a wide range of concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is an LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.

Which languages are used in sessions and can he see international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available?

The biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking to ensure they meet your needs.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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