“A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.” – quote by Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Life can be complicated at times no matter whether our road is smooth or bumpy. Therapy can help bridge the gap between uncertainty and clarity. I consider therapy a roadmap; we begin our journey in one place and connect the dots to reach our destination safely and purposefully. In my practice, therapy is a safe place where the client is met with mutual respect. Together, we help you gain clarity and understanding through therapeutic interventions and strategies that are best suited you. I look forward to meeting you!
Professional Focus
- Work with children, adolescents and adults
- Current or former athletes who struggle with challenging stages of development and injury
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Depression
- Chronic Illness
- Lyme Disease
Modality & Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness
- Deep Breathing
- Client-specific treatment plan
- Relaxation strategies
- Planning and Scheduling
Personal Interests
- Playing and watching sports – football, baseball & basketball
- Saltwater and Freshwater fishing
- Exercising
- Summers at the Jersey Shore and rural Pennsylvania during the fall
Education & Experience
- MA Mental Health Counseling – Nyack College Alliance Graduate School
- Collegiate Athlete
To contact Lukas DeCandido, please email newpatient@medpsychnj.com.
