Maria Pipitone, LCSW, LCADC, CCS

Therapist & Founder of Pipitone Counseling Service LLC

Maria Pipitone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) practicing in Brick, NJ. She is the founder of Pipitone Counseling Service LLC and a certified Clinical Supervisor (CCS) with over 19 years of clinical experience. Maria specializes in mental health and addiction counseling for adolescents (ages 13-18) and adults of all ages, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She accepts new clients in-person at her Brick, NJ office and via telehealth across New Jersey. NJ License: LCSW 44SC05794000 · LCADC 37LC00218300.

19+ Years of
Experience

LCSW . LCADC - Dual Credentialed

CSS - Certified Clinical Supervisor

NJ & SC - Licensed in 2 States

A Message from Maria

Life can be difficult. Perhaps you just need a caring person to listen and help you navigate the hills and find refuge in the valleys of everyday life. I welcome the opportunity to help you obtain your goals. At Pipitone Counseling Service LLC, you will not just be listened to — you will be heard.
I commend you for taking the first step and searching for a therapist. Sometimes being able to voice your thoughts, without fear of judgment, can bring relief. Sometimes gaining insight into how perceptions guide decisions — and having someone help you look through a different lens — can provide a new outlook.

I welcome you to select one of our other therapists or find a therapist at a different practice if I’m not the right fit. Your needs come first.

Credentials & Licensure

LCSW — Licensed Clinical Social Worker, NJ License 44SC05794000
LCADC — Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, NJ License 37LC00218300
CCS — Certified Clinical Supervisor
Dual-credentialed in both mental health and addictions — a rare combination among NJ therapists
Also licensed in South Carolina for clients in that state
19+ years of clinical experience across direct practice and clinical supervision

Specialties & Areas of Focus

Addiction & substance abuse recovery — drug and alcohol counseling, dual diagnosis
Anxiety, depression & mood disorders
Adolescent therapy (ages 13–18) — life transitions, identity, school stress
Adult therapy — all ages, life transitions, work stress, family issues
Trauma & PTSD , Co-occurring mental health and addiction concerns
Self-esteem & personal growth

Therapeutic Approaches

Maria’s clinical work integrates several evidence-based approaches, selected based on each client’s needs and goals:

Solution-Focused Therapy — practical, goal-oriented work to help you make progress quickly
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — identifying and reshaping unhelpful thought patterns
Client-Centered Therapy — meeting you where you are, with empathy and without judgment
Motivational Interviewing — supporting motivation for meaningful change, especially in addiction recovery

Background & Experience

Maria began her career in the field as a drug and alcohol counselor and served as a program manager for 10 years. She rose to higher supervisory positions and realized how much she had learned from the excellent supervisors who guided her. That experience inspired her to pay it forward — teaching and mentoring other clinicians, and eventually founding Pipitone Counseling Service LLC in Brick, NJ.
Today, in addition to her direct work with clients, Maria carefully selects and supervises the team of licensed therapists at the practice. She believes the right therapist-client fit is essential — and her clinical supervision ensures every therapist at Pipitone Counseling delivers the same standard of compassionate, evidence-based care.

Who Maria Works With

Adults of all ages navigating mental health, addiction, or life challenges
Adolescents ages 13–18 dealing with anxiety, identity, peer pressure, school stress, or family transitions
Individuals in recovery from substance abuse or alcohol dependency
Clients seeking dual diagnosis support for co-occurring mental health and addiction concerns
Anyone looking for a compassionate, experienced therapist in Brick, NJ or via telehealth across New Jersey and South Carolina

How to Start Working with Maria

Call (848) 287-3882 or submit a contact request through pipitonecounseling.com
We respond within one business day to schedule your initial consultation
Choose your format — in-person at our Brick, NJ office or via secure telehealth
Your first session is a conversation, not an evaluation — share your goals at your own pace
Ongoing care with the same therapist every session, weekly or biweekly

Frequently Asked Question

What types of clients does Maria Pipitone work with?

Maria works with adolescents ages 13-18 and adults of all ages dealing with mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and addiction or substance abuse. As a dual-credentialed LCSW and LCADC, she is uniquely qualified to support clients with co-occurring mental health and addiction challenges.

What therapeutic approaches does Maria use?

Maria is proficient in Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She selects the right approach based on each client’s specific needs and goals, often integrating multiple methods over the course of treatment.

What does "dual-credentialed" mean for Maria's practice?

Maria holds both LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and LCADC (Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor) credentials in New Jersey. This dual licensure means she can clinically address both mental health and addiction concerns within the same therapeutic relationship — particularly valuable for clients with co-occurring conditions.

Does Maria offer telehealth therapy?

Yes. Maria offers secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth therapy to clients across all of New Jersey and South Carolina (where she is also licensed). Sessions are conducted via video and provide the same quality of clinical care as in-person sessions.

How can I schedule a first session with Maria?

Call (848) 287-3882 or submit a contact request through pipitonecounseling.com. Pipitone Counseling typically responds within one business day and can often schedule first sessions within the same week. Most major NJ insurance plans are accepted.

Schedule a Session with Maria

Maria is currently accepting new clients for in-person therapy at the Brick, NJ office and via telehealth across New Jersey. Same-week appointments often available. Most major NJ insurance plans accepted.
📞 (848) 287-3882 · pipitonecounseling.com · 445 Brick Blvd Suite 307, Brick NJ 08723