RC Counseling
A Mental Health Clinic in Clifton, New Jersey

Rosalie Cespedes has years of experience helping families and couples work through their issues. She specializes in utilizing Gottman Therapy to work with couples and offers an array of services including divorce mediation and family reunification. Get the support you need to build stronger relationships and achieve lasting happiness.

As a licensed mental health counselor, I believe in empowering individuals to take control of their mental health. My goal is to help people develop the tools they need to navigate difficult times and work towards a healthier, happier life. I provide cognitive behavioral therapy techniques that train individuals on how to handle difficult moments effectively. My approach combines evidence-based therapies with traditional psychotherapy, providing a well-rounded, comprehensive treatment plan.

Life’s transitions and losses can create a profound ripple effect, altering our emotional well-being and disrupting the balance in our daily lives. As a licensed social worker and certified grief counselor, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate these heavy seasons—including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and deep grief—with compassionate, practical support. Whether you are focusing on personal growth through Individual Therapy, navigating a collaborative transition through Divorce Mediation, or requiring a thorough, supportive Immigration Evaluation, I provide a safe and empowering space. By blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused therapy, and grief counseling, we will map out your unique strengths, build healthy coping strategies, and work together to restore emotional wellness and a peaceful path forward.

Melissa is a first-generation Latina who brings a rich understanding of cultural diversity and a dedicated focus on multicultural counseling to her practice. She is committed to assisting individuals in finding healing, personal growth, and empowerment. Melissa addresses various mental health concerns using evidence-based modalities such as Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. Specializing in self-esteem issues, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions, she also possesses expertise in intergenerational trauma and inner child work. Melissa’s goal is to help clients develop effective coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and cultivate resilience. Fluent in both Spanish and English, she provides support to individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Natalia works collaboratively with clients to empower them to identify and move through the issues that stand between them and the lives they hope to live. Natalia brings a unique approach that blends evidence-based, practical, and solution oriented strategies with somatic and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) techniques to help clients reconnect with themselves, their emotions, and others. Operating from a strengths-based perspective Natalia creates a space of unconditional positive regard, empathy, and respect for the courage required for vulnerability and healing..

Michelle works with clients of all ages who are experiencing a range of mental health challenges. She uses a Solution-Focused therapeutic approach to help clients identify their barriers and strengths, set goals, and improve their overall well-being.

Peter works with individuals, children, and families navigating a variety of mental health challenges. He creates a supportive, inclusive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered to pursue meaningful change. Peter draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Person-Centered techniques to support clients in identifying their strengths, clarifying their goals, and building the tools they need to thrive. He believes that everyone has the capacity for growth and positive transformation, and he is committed to walking alongside his clients on their unique paths toward greater well-being.

Life’s transitions create a ripple effect that can deeply impact our emotional well-being and relationships. As a dedicated therapist and U.S. Navy veteran, I am committed to helping individuals, couples, families, and fellow veterans navigate these shifts, restore balance, and build a peaceful path forward. Whether you are seeking personal growth through Individual Therapy, a collaborative path through Divorce Mediation, or a compassionate Immigration Evaluation, I provide a safe, client-centered environment. By blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic approaches, we will work together to heal past experiences, reshape daily habits, and build lasting resilience.