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Dr. Augustine Bessong

LPC

Dr. Augustine Bessong , LPC

Therapist in New Jersey

● Accepting new clients
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About Augustine

Dr. Augustine Bessong is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey with 22 years of experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. He works with clients facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and caregiver stress, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, bipolar disorder, and other life changes. Additional areas of focus include abandonment, attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, blended family and communication problems, domestic violence, dissociation, and related concerns.

He brings an approachable, warm, and interactive style to his work, emphasizing empathic listening, respect, sensitivity, and acceptance. He avoids stigmatizing labels and views clients as capable of growth, positioning the therapist as a catalyst who tailors conversation and treatment plans to each person s unique needs. His practice integrates several evidence-informed approaches including Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Existential Therapy, selected to match individual goals and presenting problems.

Dr. Bessong accepts new clients, including international clients, and offers multiple formats for care. As a Licensed Professional Counselor he holds a state license to practice counseling in New Jersey and draws on decades of experience to support people taking the often-difficult first steps toward change and greater well-being.

Approach-Based Online Care with a Licensed Counselor

Dr. Augustine Bessong draws on several therapeutic approaches that translate well to online formats. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationship patterns shape emotional life - it helps people repair trust, improve closeness, and address abandonment or attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration; it offers a supportive space for clients to explore values, identity, and life choices while the therapist follows the client s lead. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related struggles, and coping with stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Bessong works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailors methods over time so therapy feels like a good fit for the individual. The process is guided by licensed professionals who aim to match interventions to what will help most in day-to-day life.

Online therapy with Dr. Bessong offers flexible options - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - so care can fit into busy schedules, travel constraints, or differing comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain regular contact, practice skills between sessions, and receive support from wherever the client is located.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Dr. Augustine Bessong have?

Dr. Augustine Bessong has 22 years of experience.

Is Dr. Augustine Bessong a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LPC which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: NJ LPC 37PC00462400.

In which languages does Dr. Augustine Bessong provide therapy?

Dr. Augustine Bessong provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Augustine Bessong located?

Dr. Augustine Bessong is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Dr. Augustine Bessong as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Augustine Bessong through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Augustine Bessong work with international clients?

Yes, Dr. Augustine Bessong works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Augustine Bessong cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionADHD

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

New Jersey

Languages

English

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