Light the Way Counseling Services in Rutherford, NJ

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Therapy & Counseling Services in Rutherford, NJ

Light the Way Counseling Center’s Rutherford, NJ counseling office is conveniently located inside Rutherford Bible Chapel at 161 W. Passaic Avenue, Rutherford, NJ 07070, directly across from Felician University. Our Rutherford therapy location provides accessible mental health counseling services for individuals and couples throughout Rutherford and neighboring communities, including Nutley, Lyndhurst, Wood-Ridge, Wallington, East Rutherford, and other areas in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Our Rutherford therapists specialize in individual therapy and couples counseling for adults, with a focus on treating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, and major life transitions. We provide a safe, supportive environment where clients can explore their concerns, develop healthy coping strategies, and work toward lasting emotional well-being.

If you are searching for a therapist in Rutherford, NJ or counseling near Bergen County, Light the Way Counseling is here to help. Our compassionate therapists are dedicated to guiding you toward greater clarity, balance, and healthier relationships.

Gerard DeMatteo, MA, LPC

As stressors and struggles impact us living in a broken world we need a hope filled focal point to reorder our lives. Gerard has been providing that with compassionate counseling, providing hope and giving encouragement to people who are struggling. For over 20 years as pastoring elder at a local church in New Jersey, Gerard has been teaching, discipling, providing pre-marital and marital counsel, and pastoral counseling to both individuals and groups as well as being a resource to those in his greater church network.

He has recently honed his skills. He is a graduate of Alliance Graduate School of Counseling in 2016, Nyack, NY with an MA in Mental Health Counseling and awarded AGSC’s “Excellence in Clinical Skills” Award. Gerard is licensed with the State of NJ, as a Licensed Professional Counselor. He resides in Rutherford, NJ with his wife Mickie. They have four grown daughters.

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Rutherford, NJ, is a charming borough located in Bergen County, just minutes away from Manhattan, making it an attractive residential area for commuters. With a population of approximately 18,000 residents, Rutherford exudes a small-town feel while offering the conveniences of urban living. The town's picturesque streets are lined with well-maintained homes, lush green parks, and a bustling downtown area filled with boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. Rutherford's sense of community is further enriched by various events and festivals throughout the year, fostering a vibrant social atmosphere. Visitors and locals alike can explore the historic landmarks like the Williams Carlos Williams Center for the Performing Arts and the Meadowlands Museum, which showcase the borough's rich cultural heritage.