Next Phase Counseling LLC

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Next Phase Counseling LLC

Hello! It’s great to meet you! My name is Ariel Merillat. I officially opened my own practice, Next Phase Counseling LLC in 2025.

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of New Jersey as well as a Nationally Certified Counselor. I received my bachelor's degree in psychology and my master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Rowan University. With my background in both mental health and substance abuse, I have gained a unique perspective on the different challenges individuals face.

02/24/2026

Announcement! 📣
I’m excited to share that I have officially completed my training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and will now be offering EMDR services to a limited number of clients.

What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR is an evidence-based psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic or distressing experiences. It uses bilateral stimulation (such as guided eye movements) to support the brain in reprocessing difficult memories, reducing their emotional intensity, and promoting adaptive beliefs. EMDR has been shown to be effective for trauma, anxiety, negative self-beliefs, and other distressing life experiences.

If you are interested in exploring EMDR as part of your therapeutic journey, please reach out to discuss whether it may be a good fit for your goals.

Feel free to contact me to schedule a consultation!
p- (609)-200-5157
e- ariel@next-phase-counseling.com

01/02/2026

New Year, New Openings! 👏

As we step into a new year, I’m excited to announce that I’m opening a few spots for new therapy clients!

I’m also thrilled to announce that I am officially contracted with Optum health insurance. Making therapy more accessible has always been important to me, and this is a meaningful step toward that goal!

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, returning to it, or taking the next step in your healing journey, this may be the perfect time. Therapy that feels human, supportive, and grounded—right where you are 🤍

✨ Limited availability—reach out to get started

10/17/2025

A little spooky season self care reminder 👻🎃🧘‍♀️🧘

10/10/2025

Business cards came in !!!

09/24/2025

Therapy: a rollercoaster of emotions, from giggles to tears to breakthroughs, and everything in between

🤣😭🤗🤪💪🏼🥹🥳😳😱😬🫨🤧

My favorite part of being a therapist? Being able to walk alongside my clients as they grow, heal, and navigate life’s ups and downs. 🤍

09/02/2025

Exciting news‼️Next Phase Counseling is officially open for business! I will be seeing patients beginning today 9/2/25! I am currently accepting Aetna and Cigna insurances with plans to be credentialed with more insurances within the next couple of months. I also offer out of network benefits as well as sliding scale rates. If you or someone you know is looking for a therapist please message me!

07/17/2025

Ariel Merillat, MA, LPC, NCC
Founder of Next Phase Counseling LLC

For those of you who are new here, my name is Ariel Merillat. I am a licensed professional counselor based in New Jersey and the proud founder of Next Phase Counseling LLC. My journey in the mental health field began in 2018, not as a therapist—but as a receptionist in a psychiatry office, holding onto a dream that one day, I would open a practice of my own. Today, I’m incredibly grateful to say that dream is now a reality.

My path has been anything but linear. From roles as an assessment counselor and intensive outpatient therapist to serving as an associate therapist, as well as dealing with mental health struggles of my own, each step has shaped my experience and strengthened my purpose

Next Phase Counseling is more than just a private practice—it’s a vision brought to life through hard work, resilience, and the unwavering support of family and friends. I’m passionate about creating a safe, supportive space for clients to navigate life’s transitions and move forward in their own healing journey.

This is only the beginning of the next phase—for me, and for the clients I’m honored to work with.

Address

1099 White Horse Road
Voorhees, NJ
08043

Website

https://secure.helloalma.com/providers/ariel-merillat/

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