Eileen Stamato, MA, LAC, ATR-BC
She/her/hers
Haddon Heights Office
IFS Trained Therapist
Eileen is a Licensed Associate Counselor who is currently working under supervision to receive her license in professional counseling. She received her Master’s Degree in Art Therapy and Mental Health Counseling at Drexel University in 2016. Eileen is a Level 1 trained IFS ( internal family systems) therapist and uses IFS theory and concepts as a core part of her therapeutic framework. Eileen has completed additional training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills and methods, Polyvagal Theory and practice, and Mindfulness based Stress reduction (MBSR) interventions including breathwork and meditation.
Eileen uses her board-certification in Art Therapy to assist her clients in deeper learning and understanding. Art, as well as other creative means, has the potential to assist us in discovering otherwise ignored thoughts and feelings. Eileen uses Art Therapy as a complement to other evidenced-based therapeutic interventions.
Eileen enjoys working with adults in their 20s, 30s, and 40s with an interest in deepening their understanding of themselves. She is a trauma informed therapist who is passionate about supporting clients who have experienced various forms of trauma throughout their lifespan. She is interested in supporting clients with presenting issues such as anxiety, and depression while understanding the root cause of these issues. Eileen embraces the innate connection between the mind and body and how movement, nutrition, and sleep can affect one’s mental health.
“You can’t use up creativity, the more you use the more you have.” – Maya Angelou
Drawing on strategies from psychological theories such as Internal Family Systems, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational interviewing, Eileen emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and believes every person has the capacity for personal growth and change. She is passionate about normalizing every person’s experience with mental health and works to decrease the stigma and shame related to those experiences. Eileen guides her clients in deepening their connection to their own inner resources in hopes that more independence and confidence is formed through therapy.
Eileen encourages clients to accept the status of their progress while continuing to develop the necessary coping mechanisms to resolve underlying issues. She is passionate about supporting clients in developing self-advocacy skills so they can better educate their loved ones about their experiences and identify their preferred forms of support. She views the human condition with compassion and understanding while embracing the multiplicity of our minds. Eileen has a special interest in assisting clients in understanding the WHY and best intentions behind habits and behaviors.
A South Jersey native, Eileen enjoys spending time with her family and animals. As someone who is eager to explore new self-care techniques, she understands the importance of setting time aside to recharge and staying creative. She can often be found repurposing antique furniture or trying out new recipes.