Nina M. Rettino, LCSW, LCADC
Nina M. Rettino
Lighthouse Counseling Services, LLC
302 Hawthorne Ave., Suite #1
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
87 Maple Ave., Unit #2
Red Bank, NJ 07701
nrettino@comcast.netNina Rettino is a highly experienced and dedicated therapist with an extensive background in social work. She is deeply committed to enhancing the lives of individuals through a compassionate, comprehensive, and tailored therapeutic process.
Having earned both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Rutgers University, her academic roots have been crucial in shaping her career. She is particularly well-versed in Jungian psychology, depth psychology, and psychoanalytic approach, reflecting a strong belief that the therapeutic process is a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Nina's commitment to her work is evident in her diverse range of qualifications and roles. She is certified as a Student Assistance Coordinator in New Jersey, which has allowed her to interact with and help guide countless students. Additionally, she is a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2007 and 2006 respectively, with expertise in providing substance abuse evaluations and counseling.
Since 2006, she has been providing individual, family, and marital counseling to adults, children, and families.
In addition to her broad professional experience, Nina is a trained practitioner in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), a specialized therapy used to reduce the impact of traumatic memories. This diverse background and range of skills allows her to cater to the unique needs of her clients, approaching each case with compassion and understanding.
Educational Background
Master of Social Work (MSW). Rutgers University, 2004
BA, Social Work. Rutgers University, 2003
If you wish to embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth,
Please contact Nina Rettino at (848) 448-3299,
or via email at nrettino@comcast.net.
Psychoanalytic Approach
Nina’s use of the psychoanalytic approach, a therapeutic technique that aims to bring the unconscious parts of a patient's mind into awareness, underscores her belief in the immense potential of introspective examination.
She believes that the therapeutic process is less of a linear path and more of a profound journey, inviting her clients to delve deeper into their psyche to facilitate lasting change.
Specializations
Individual, family, and marital counseling for adults, children, and families
Substance abuse evaluations and counseling
Building Self-Awareness
In Jungian psychology, a school of thought that emphasizes the significance of the individual's psyche and the exploration of the personal unconscious and collective unconscious, she has found a profound and effective tool for understanding and aiding her clients' inner journeys.
In conjunction with her work in depth psychology, which seeks to uncover the relationship between unconscious processes and behavioral patterns, Nina creates a therapeutic environment where clients can safely explore their subconscious mind and its influence on their lives.