"Light will always triumph over darkness. Seek the path into the light."
"Light will always triumph over darkness. Seek the path into the light."
--Frank Tarsia
“Hello, my name is Dr. Ann Mancuso. In my practice, I utilize a short-term, solution based and goal oriented approach employing a variety of therapeutic interventions that meet the individual needs of my client. I have extensive experience dealing with anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias, specifically school phobia and avoidance.
I am available to speak with you in further detail concerning your individual needs. Please feel free to contact me for a free, no obligation phone consultation.”
Ann Mancuso, Ph.D., L.P.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor
Certified School Psychologist
Dr. Ann Mancuso graduated from Upsala University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management and Economics. Following her graduation, she was employed in Employee Relations and Business Management. She began doing volunteer work at a local community mental health center. It was there that she discovered her true calling. She obtained a Master’s Degree at Kean University in Counseling Psychology, while working full-time in business management and continuing her work at the community mental health center, specializing in Crisis Intervention. She was promoted to Community Liaison Coordinator and worked directly with the Medical Director to provide weekly medication monitoring and support for the individuals served. Recognizing the need for additional experience with a broader population, Dr. Mancuso accepted a position as a Mental Health Therapist at a Health Maintenance Organization, while pursuing her doctoral training at Seton Hall University, accredited by the American Psychological Association.
Dr. Mancuso completed a one-year School Psychology internship at the Nutley Township Board of Education. As a requirement for her doctoral program, Dr. Mancuso completed a one-year externship at Richard Hall Community Mental Health Center, focusing on individual and family counseling, crisis intervention and child sexual abuse. She also completed a one-year internship at Jersey Shore University Medical Center. Where she participated in psychological and neuropsychological assessments, outpatient and inpatient counseling and crisis counseling. During this time, she was also a participant in the norming of the fourth edition of the Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS – IV).
Dr. Mancuso has over 25 years of clinical experience. Along with working as a Certified School Psychologist, she has served as a geriatric consultant at various nursing homes and is past chair of the Monmouth County Mental Health Board. Dr. Mancuso has been a guest speaker at various school districts and community organizations and has presented on topics, including, Today’s Parenting Challenges, Learning Disabilities and the Exceptional Child and Caregiver Burnout.
General Information
Ph.D. Clinical Psychology from Seton Hall University
Licensed Professional Counselor
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and New Jersey Certified School Psychologist with over 20 years experience working in a variety of settings. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Seton Hall University. In my practice, I work with children, adolescents, and adults who present with a variety of emotional, social, and behavioral challenges. As a School Psychologist, I can provide psychological testing and recommend appropriate school interventions and standardized testing modifications and accommodations.
Monday – Friday
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
An Introspective on Life
Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Go placidly amid the noise and the haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons; they are vexatious to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain or bitter, for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is as perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be. And whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul. With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Desiderata
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--Max Ehrmann