About Us
Our expert licensed clinical social workers look forward to working with you to create a treatment plan that is designed just for you. Learn more about our team below, and then contact us to make an appointment with the provider who best meets your needs.Kit Margeotes, LSW
(she/her)
Therapist
Hi, my name is Kit Margoetes (she/her). I’m a licensed social worker passionate about helping both teens and adults work through such issues as depression, anxiety, aimlessness, sexuality struggles, and other day-to-day issues that make life difficult. My clients have described me as warm, empathetic, helpful, and easy to get along with.
In my practice, I utilize evidence based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused therapy, and Psychodynamic therapy to help my clients meet their goals and understand where the struggles they’re facing originate from. When I am not in the therapy office, I enjoy watercolor painting and other artistic endeavors.
Specialties
• LGBTQA+ issues
• Depression/Anxiety
• Teen Mental Health
Barbara Larson, LCSW
(she/her)
Clinical Supervisor + Therapist
Hello! I am Barbara (pronounced Barb-rah). I earned my Master’s in Social Work from University of Wisconsin. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey. I have worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient treatment, schools and hospice work. I have 30+ Years experience with psychotherapy and am committed to working with individuals and couples. I conduct psychotherapy using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills. I feel passionate about my work and I’m committed to working with adolescents and adults.
Specialties
• Trauma
• Bereavement/Grief
• Anxiety and Depression
Betsy Stephens, MSW, LSW
(she/her)
Therapist
Hi, I’m Betsy (pronounced Bet-See) My aim is to help you find the best version of yourself. Sometimes this means processing a deep hurt from the past. Sometimes this means reconfiguring your response to your current situation. Sometimes this means developing skills that will help you meet future circumstances successfully. I’m here for all of it. I’ll draw from concepts of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and strengths-based psychotherapy to meet you where you are and deliver an impactful treatment plan.
Specialties
• Trauma/Post Traumatic Stress
• OCD
• ADHD
• Bipolar Disorder
• Stress, Anxiety, Depression
Julie Marshall (Sisselman), LCSW
(she/her)
Director + Therapist
Hello! I am Julie (pronounced Joo-lee). I am the Director of Verne Psychotherapy and Wellness LLC. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work with a minor in Psychology from Ramapo College of New Jersey as well as a Master’s Degree in Social Work from New York University.
My passion lies in helping individuals create change in their lives while staying true to who they are. I enjoy helping folx work through anxiety, panic, OCD, and other life difficulties.
Specialties
• Anxiety- social, panic, general, phobias
• Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
• Stress
Emily Whitman
(she/her)
Clinical Account Specialist
Emily is our therapist coordinator and virtual assistant at Verne Psychotherapy and Wellness. She fields all initial phone calls and emails. Emily has a background in executive administration and her company works across industries. She will make sure each caller’s needs are heard. She will recommend a Verne therapist if appropriate or she will help provide external resources. Emily also assists in many of the background operations at Verne Psychotherapy and Wellness. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her Golden Retriever, Captain.
FAQ's
What is therapy?
Therapy provides an opportunity to understand and resolve your personal problems. Meeting with one of our amazing therapists will allow you to discuss your problems with a non-judgmental, objective listener who can assist in viewing your struggles differently and developing creative solutions. Your therapist will be knowledgeable about a wide variety of issues and able to provide services to meet your needs.
I am seeing my therapist via Telehealth/Virtual sessions. How do I access the session?
Prior to, or on the day of your virtual session, your therapist will send you an email with a Google Meet link
I was sent forms to the portal on Theranest but I can’t log in to the portal.
Click the link provided in the email that was shared with you. If you can’t remember your password to get into the portal, select Reset Password and try to get into the account after your password is reset.
What is your cancellation policy?
We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Your spot is reserved in advance which means other people are unable to reschedule in your place without adequate notice. Our cancellation fee is the cost of one session. Please note that insurance companies DO NOT cover canceled or missed sessions. This is the responsibility of the client.
Do you take insurance?
We do! Depending on your therapist, we accept several insurance coverages. If we do not accept your insurance, we do provide you with a “superbill” which is basically a receipt with a diagnostic code that you can submit to your insurance company.
Are you LBGTQ+ friendly?
YES! All our therapists are sensitive to matters regarding the LGBTQ+ community!
