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NACNJ Welcomes Rapid Psychotherapy

Natural Awakenings Central New Jersey is pleased to welcome Yanela G. Stephenson, MSW, LCSW, Executive Director and the team of Rapid Psychotherapy and Consulting Services to our magazine family.

Ms. Stephenson is a licensed clinical social worker who has been in practice since 1984. As a Systems Therapist, she has also been trained in various models of Family Therapy, e.g., Structural, Strategic and Bowen. Her extensive experience working with individuals, family, couples, group and adolescents has led to the successful treatment of hundreds of people who are now living outstanding lives because of the work they embarked together.

Her excitement about her work and embrace of exploration and creativity has led her to develop “A Better You” Therapy. “Transformation does not have to take forever!” states Ms. Stephenson. “When you learn how empowerment and manifestation work, amazing things happen.”

The team under Rapid Psychotherapy and Consulting Services works with each clinician’s expertise to better serve client needs. The team’s specialties include internet enthusiasts, substances abuse, and intimacy challenges. In addition, the group has launched a new program designed to work with caregivers who need support and advocacy in maintaining their children while adhering to medical health demands (diabetes, brain injuries and other demanding medical or developmental conditions).

“We would love for you to join us in a conversation and see if we are a match. Let us serve you!” says Ms. Stephenson.

Location: 75 Paterson St., Suite 1-Ground Floor, New Brunswick. 732-640-1200. [email protected]. RapidPsychotherapy.com. See ad on page 27.

 

 

The Tick Tackler Tutor: Three Impactful Tick Remediation Strategies for the Homeowner

By Jennifer Meisenbacher

Did you know most tick bites occur in and around the home—and that ticks spend more than 95% of their life off a host?

With more than 19 years of field experience, Tick Tackler offers a practical, easy-to-follow approach that empowers homeowners to significantly reduce tick activity on their properties. From gardening and yard work to children’s play areas, this guide outlines essential adjustments to help protect your outdoor spaces from ticks.

The Tick Tackler Tutor introduces three impactful strategies designed to identify high-risk areas and minimize exposure. These methods are versatile and adaptable—whether you’re a homeowner, pet owner, beekeeper, or managing a larger property such as a doggy daycare or horse farm.

Inside, readers will discover how education leads to confidence, how small changes can yield visible results, and how breaking tick control into manageable steps restores a sense of control. The book simplifies complex concepts into three core strategies, guiding readers in creating a personalized plan to reduce tick activity effectively.

For those eager to reclaim their yards but unsure where to begin, this guide delivers clear, actionable solutions. Transform your outdoor environment into a safer, more enjoyable space for family, pets, and everyday living.

Available now on Amazon.

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