Psychotherapist Shrewsbury NJ Andrea Cernero

Andrea Cernero LPC, ACS, PHM-C, Haven for Healing Psychotherapy Shrewsbury NJ

Haven For Healing is a psychotherapy practice in Shrewsbury NJ.

With over 20 years of combined mental health experience, we are committed to providing compassionate, trauma-informed, and empowering care. We believe that healing begins with self-awareness, compassion, and the belief in resilience, capacity, and potential for growth.

Haven for Healing provides Individual Psychotherapy, Group Counseling, & Workshops

Andrea Cernero LPC, ACS, PHM-C, Haven for Healing

Andrea Cernero, LPC, ACS, PMH-C, is a licensed psychotherapist and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional, specializing in the unique mental health challenges faced by individuals during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

With a deep understanding of the unique mental health needs of expecting and new mothers, Andrea provides compassionate, evidence-based care to those navigating perinatal anxiety, depression, trauma, and the emotional complexities of new parenthood. Andrea holds an advanced certification, Perinatal Mental Health Certificate (PMH-C) from Postpartum Support International. Her dedication to this cause is rooted in both her professional acumen and personal journey as a mother, offering a blend of professional guidance and compassionate support to mothers at the start of their parenting journey.

Andrea is a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with a rich background in assisting a diverse clientele, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her expertise also extends to her role as an Approved Clinical Supervisor, where she leverages extensive experience to mentor and guide Licensed Associate Counselors. Andrea’s passion shines through in her commitment to helping individuals confront and navigate personal challenges affecting their well-being.

Before her full-time engagement in private practice, Andrea’s career spanned various educational and clinical settings. She has contributed significantly as a school counselor across elementary, middle, and high school levels, and has provided intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, and outpatient counseling services. Further enhancing her impact on community mental health, Andrea served as a consultant for the Mental Health Association of Monmouth County, delivering psychoeducational training to local school districts. Andrea’s multifaceted career is driven by a relentless passion for mental health advocacy and a commitment to enriching the lives of those she serves.

Top Specialties

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum

Therapy Services

Andrea has extensive experience in the following areas

• ADHD
• Anger Management
• Bipolar Disorder
• Bisexual
• Coping Skills
• Divorce
• Emotional Disturbance
• Family Conflict
• Grief
• Lesbian/LGBTQ+
• Life Transitions
• Mood Disorders
• Peer Relationships
• Personality Disorders
• Relationship Issues
• School Issues
• Self Esteem
• Self-Harming
• Stress
• Thinking Disorders
• Women’s Issues

Therapy Treatments

Andrea is highly skilled and knowledgeable in a variety of modalities that include but are not limited to: 

• Dialetical Behavioral Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Life Transitions Theory
• Mindfulness Based Therapy
• Motivational Interviewing
• Psychotherapy

Educational Background:

• Post master’s Certification in Clinical Counseling – Montclair State University
• Master of Counseling – Seton Hall University
• Bachelor of Science – Towson University
• Perinatal Mental Health Certificate (PMH-C)– Postpartum Support International