Megan Cook, LPC
NJ Licensed Professional Counselor | License #37PC00656100
Megan Cook is a Licensed Professional Counselor working with children, adolescents, families, couples and adults. She received her Master of Arts (M.A.) in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She is also a NJ State Certified Student Assistance Counselor. Megan incorporates her cognitive behavioral and solution focused approaches to treat a wide variety of patients dealing with mental health challenges including Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Adjustment Disorder, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Panic Disorder, Parenting Strategies, Life Transitions and Adjustments, Bereavement, School Phobia, Separation Anxiety, Trauma to name a few.
In addition to her clinical work at Watchung Psychological Associates, Megan has worked with adolescents and families in school based settings. Knowing the middle school child and challenges faced by many at this age, Megan developed and implemented a Student Assistance Program. With the whole child in mind, the program included specific prevention strategies as well as intervention mechanisms intended to reduce risk factors and promote the healthy mental health of students. Her program received high recognition and in 2006 was awarded the National Award for Program of Excellence.
Megan’s research interests have included the delicate relationship between mothers and daughters through the adolescent years. She has presented on the topic at national conferences.
Clinically, Megan has expertise in the use of evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused therapies to meet and treat each individual’s needs with respect and warmth. Her enthusiasm for Positive Psychology transcends her therapeutic relationships and in turn, allows her patients to realize their personal and unique strengths. Through identifying and capitalizing on their signature strengths, Megan helps her patients discover the tools and strategies necessary to navigate all that life has to offer.