Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Partner in Middletown, NJ
Chece Psychological is a dedicated mental health practice serving individuals, families, and couples with over 50 years of combined clinical experience. Our team specializes in treating substance abuse, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life-transition challenges while offering forensic and psychodiagnostic evaluations. Dr. Stephen Chece and Marie Chece employ a holistic approach integrating cognitive, emotional, and spiritual elements to develop personalized treatment plans. We prioritize dignity, respect, and tailored care to help clients build coping skills and achieve personal growth.Our services span individual therapy, couples counseling, teen group sessions, and specialized assessments like emotional intelligence testing. With flexible scheduling and locations in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, we provide accessible, compassionate support for diverse mental health needs. Our mission focuses on empowering clients to overcome barriers, reduce stress, and enhance their quality of life through evidence-based therapeutic practices.
Services
Individual Counseling
Family Therapy
Couples Counseling
Forensic Evaluations
Psychodiagnostic Testing
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined clinical experience in mental health treatment
- Our holistic approach integrates cognitive, emotional, and spiritual elements
- Specialized services include forensic evaluations and emotional intelligence testing
- Flexible scheduling accommodates morning, day, and evening appointments
- Personalized treatment plans tailored to individual and family needs
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized one-on-one therapy addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. Our clinicians use evidence-based techniques to develop coping strategies for emotional challenges. Sessions focus on building resilience and improving mental well-being through structured, goal-oriented treatment plans.
Forensic Evaluations
Court-ordered psychological assessments evaluating mental health in legal contexts. Services include custody evaluations, competency assessments, and trauma impact analyses. Our experts provide objective findings for family court, criminal cases, and civil litigation proceedings.
Family Therapy
Specialized treatment addressing family dynamics and communication issues. We help resolve intergenerational conflicts, behavioral problems in children, and adjustment challenges. Sessions focus on improving relationships through collaborative problem-solving and emotional support strategies.
Couples Counseling
Targeted interventions for relationship conflicts and communication breakdowns. Our approach addresses intimacy issues, co-parenting challenges, and conflict resolution strategies. Sessions emphasize rebuilding trust and strengthening emotional connections between partners.
Psychodiagnostic Testing
Comprehensive evaluations identifying cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns. Testing includes diagnostic assessments for mood disorders, trauma effects, and personality functioning. Results guide personalized treatment planning and track progress over time.
People
Stephen D. Chece, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Chece has 25+ years of clinical experience treating mental health challenges across the lifespan. Specializing in trauma, addiction, and relationship issues, he integrates holistic approaches to develop personalized treatment plans focused on long-term growth.
Marie Chece, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Marie Chece provides solution-focused therapy for families, teens, and individuals with 20 years of experience. Her expertise includes trauma recovery, child counseling, and co-parenting mediation, emphasizing practical strategies for personal growth.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you treat?
We specialize in trauma recovery, addiction treatment, mood disorders, relationship conflicts, and life transition challenges for individuals across all life stages.
Do you offer forensic psychological evaluations?
Yes, we provide court-ordered assessments including custody evaluations, competency determinations, and trauma impact analyses for legal proceedings.
What therapy approaches do you use?
Our clinicians combine cognitive-behavioral techniques with holistic methods addressing emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects of mental health challenges.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer flexible scheduling with morning, day, and evening hours to accommodate different work and family commitments.
How do I prepare for my first session?
Complete the appropriate intake form before your appointment. Bring any relevant medical records and arrive 15 minutes early to complete registration paperwork.
