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- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
About Augustine
Dr. Augustine Bessong, LPC, is licensed in New Jersey and has 22 years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, LGBT concerns, relationship and family matters, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career challenges, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. He uses Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and Existential Therapy in his practice.
Dr. Bessong approaches sessions with direct listening and collaboration. He emphasizes joining with the person in the room and working together to set goals. Conversations center on what is happening now and on practical steps a person can try between sessions.
He describes his work as interactive and grounded in multiple therapy styles. Cognitive-behavioral methods are used to identify thinking patterns and build coping skills. Attachment-based and emotionally-focused techniques look at how relationships shape feelings and behavior.
Clients can expect a mix of short-term skill-building and longer conversations about values and life meaning. He also addresses specific issues such as trauma, addictions, and parenting challenges with focused strategies. Dr. Bessong notes that people bring different problems and that no single method fits every case.
Sessions follow whatever plan is agreed at the start. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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Therapeutic approaches used for online work
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how relationships shape emotions and behavior. It looks at patterns of relating and helps people change how they respond to close others, which can help with intimacy and relationship concerns.Client-Centered Therapy centers on active listening and collaboration. The therapist follows the person’s concerns and supports them in identifying their own goals and next steps, useful for stress, depression, and self-esteem issues.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thoughts and builds practical skills. CBT techniques are often used for anxiety, ADHD-related coping, mood symptoms, and managing addictive behaviors.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review goals and preferences and help decide which methods to try. This is a collaborative process that may combine methods over time to meet changing needs.
Check which session formats are offered before booking, since options are not listed in this profile. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and discussion to an online setting to keep progress moving forward.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does he address?
He works on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, LGBT concerns, relationship and family matters, intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an interactive, client-centered approach and combines several methods. Sessions focus on listening, collaboration, and practical steps to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of experience working in mental health settings.
What credential and location apply?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients and offers services to people outside the U.S.
Which session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How are costs structured?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.