Dr. Augustine Bessong, LPC
Experienced New Jersey licensed counselor
- Relationship and family
- Trauma and anxiety
- LGBTQ-affirming care
About Dr. Augustine Bessong
Dr. Augustine Bessong is a New Jersey licensed counselor with the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. With 22 years of clinical experience, he works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar conditions, and coping with life changes. He also supports clients facing abandonment, attachment difficulties, autism spectrum concerns, blended family tensions, caregiver stress, communication and commitment problems, dissociation, domestic violence, and related issues.
His therapeutic stance is warm, interactive, and empathic, emphasizing respect, acceptance, sensitivity, and compassion. He views the client as the driver of the therapeutic journey and tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. Drawing on an eclectic foundation that includes attachment-focused and client-centered perspectives alongside cognitive-behavioral techniques, he adapts methods to fit the problem at hand rather than applying a single modality to every case.
Dr. Bessong welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ community and international clients, and offers flexible ways to connect. He aims to support and empower individuals who are ready to take the courageous step toward greater satisfaction and well-being.
His therapeutic stance is warm, interactive, and empathic, emphasizing respect, acceptance, sensitivity, and compassion. He views the client as the driver of the therapeutic journey and tailors conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique needs. Drawing on an eclectic foundation that includes attachment-focused and client-centered perspectives alongside cognitive-behavioral techniques, he adapts methods to fit the problem at hand rather than applying a single modality to every case.
Dr. Bessong welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ community and international clients, and offers flexible ways to connect. He aims to support and empower individuals who are ready to take the courageous step toward greater satisfaction and well-being.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
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 Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
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 LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are NJ LPC 37PC00462400.
In which languages does Dr. Augustine Bessong provide therapy?
Therapy is provided 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.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Dr. Augustine Bessong offers approaches that emphasize relationships, personal experience, and practical change. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of connection formed in early relationships and helps people address issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, and relationship challenges by building more secure ways of relating. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead, which can be especially helpful for issues of self-esteem, identity, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, and coping with stress.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences and will adapt strategies over time based on progress and feedback.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by enabling work through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to schedule sessions that fit their routines, continue care across distances, and engage in therapy in ways that feel manageable and consistent with their daily life.
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