Agness Mclean
I am passionate about working through trauma and grief. I know what it is like to feel desperate. I know what it's like to wake up in the morning and wish I hadn't. I know what it's like to lose hope. And I know what it's like to gather bits and pieces of myself and seek professional help. With faith and a faith based therapist, I've not only found hope, I have slowly put pieces of me together again. If I can find hope, if I can smile and laugh again, I believe you can too.
Individuals who work with me can expect to make a connection with a caring, competent professional and leave sessions with a sense of hope.
First session
You can expect an empathetic and encouraging ear. I want you to know that you are not alone. If we are meeting in person, you will receive a note prior about our meeting place address.
Strengths
My greatest strength is my resilience and empathy. I've experienced PTSD, depression and anxiety. Grief knows my name. My faith, a good therapist and family have often grounded me and served as a guide to wellness. I am a proud Black woman from deep in the heart of Dixie. I am a daughter, a sister, a wife and a mother. I am an auntie, a grandmother and a friend. Wearing those crowns and adjusting them until they fit are strengths as well.
Ideal clients
My ideal would be someone who knows they are wounded and are willing to do the often times challenging work of healing the wound. My ideal would be someone who is ready to wage war for themselves. Audry Lourde once said 'caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation and that is an act of political warfare'. My ideal is ready to fight for their peace.
Treatment methods
Narrative
'We listen and we don't judge'. We can all benefit from an empathic ear...
Grief Therapy
I utilize empathic listening and education as a guide through the grief process. We journey toward healing in community.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions212 Short Hills Ave, Springfield, NJ 07081
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- New JerseyLicense 44SC05906700