Sahntanyna Blackwell, LMHC, LPC - Therapist in New Jersey

Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution-Focused work

About Sahntanyna

Sahntanyna Blackwell is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on relationship strain, family tensions, intimacy problems, grief, mood concerns, substance issues, ADHD, and anger. She speaks English and practices from New Jersey.

Blackwell draws on direct conversation and practical skills. Sessions focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and managing strong emotions like anger and resentment. She helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck and trial new ways of responding.

Her work combines client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors. Solution-focused methods are used to set small, achievable goals. Psychodynamic ideas may be brought in to look at how past relationships shape current responses.

People who come for help with addiction, bipolar disorder, depression, or major life changes can expect a mix of discussion and action steps. She also addresses family of origin issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, and commitment or control concerns.

Blackwell includes motivational interviewing when people are ambivalent about change. That approach supports practical decision-making rather than pushing for quick fixes. Her style aims to be collaborative and straightforward in planning next steps.

How client-centered and CBT methods translate to online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on active listening and clear feedback. Online sessions let a therapist follow your concerns closely, reflect what they hear, and guide practical next steps for relationships, anger, or self-esteem.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is about spotting thoughts that fuel upset and testing new behaviors. In remote sessions this looks like reviewing recent situations, practicing different responses, and setting small experiments to try between meetings.

Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about changing a habit. The therapist uses careful questions to clarify reasons for change and build commitment without pressure.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, whether focusing on anger, family patterns, or mood management. This is done together and adjusted over time.

Confirm the therapist's current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online or in-person options. Online appointments can make it easier to fit work or family schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help therapy fit into everyday life while the therapist and client work on clear, manageable steps.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

Addictions GriefAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issues Caregiver issues and stress CodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problems Control issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separation Domestic violence Family of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shameHoardingImpulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness JealousyLife purposeMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Listed in

New York, New Jersey

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address related to anger?

She works with anger as it shows up in relationships, family life, and daily frustration. Anger is listed alongside issues like intimacy, codependency, and communication problems.

What is her general approach in sessions?

She uses a collaborative, client-centered style combined with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques. Sessions mix talking, skill practice, and small goal setting.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 20 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of concerns, including mood disorders, substance use, grief, and family issues.

What credentials and region are listed?

She is an LMHC in New York and an LPC in New Jersey and is based in New Jersey.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Does she work with clients outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions scheduled and what does cost look like?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates are provided during sign-up.

How do I begin a first session?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.