Dr. Daphney Rene, LCSW, LICSW
LCSW and LICSW supporting healing and growth
- Grief and loss
- Parenting support
- Anger and depression
About Dr. Daphney Rene
Dr. Daphney Rene is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New Jersey with three decades of professional experience supporting adults and families through life transitions and emotional challenges. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - and maintains licensure to provide clinical care across state lines.
Her clinical focus includes grief and loss, parenting concerns, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anger management, and depression. She approaches each person with the assumption that they are the expert of their own story and that they bring strengths that can be mobilized to address what feels overwhelming. That perspective shapes a collaborative, strengths-based process aimed at helping people reclaim a more satisfying and balanced life.
Dr. Rene recognizes that making the first move toward therapy takes courage, and she offers steady support while clients explore goals, build coping skills, and work through painful experiences. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies and compassionate guidance to help clients navigate difficult emotions and everyday challenges.
Her clinical focus includes grief and loss, parenting concerns, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anger management, and depression. She approaches each person with the assumption that they are the expert of their own story and that they bring strengths that can be mobilized to address what feels overwhelming. That perspective shapes a collaborative, strengths-based process aimed at helping people reclaim a more satisfying and balanced life.
Dr. Rene recognizes that making the first move toward therapy takes courage, and she offers steady support while clients explore goals, build coping skills, and work through painful experiences. Her practice emphasizes practical strategies and compassionate guidance to help clients navigate difficult emotions and everyday challenges.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Daphney Rene have?
Dr. Daphney Rene has 30 years of professional experience.
Is Dr. Daphney Rene a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW. License details include NY LCSW 090187 and AL LICSW 6563C.
In which languages does Dr. Daphney Rene provide therapy?
Dr. Daphney Rene provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Daphney Rene located?
Dr. Daphney Rene is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Dr. Daphney Rene as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Daphney Rene through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Daphney Rene work with international clients?
Dr. Daphney Rene does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Daphney Rene cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Dr. Rene integrates evidence-informed methods to help clients build meaningful change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and learning practical skills to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward what matters. It is useful for people coping with persistent emotions, avoidance, or life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a collaborative environment where the person’s own insights guide the work; this approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to explore identity, relationships, or parenting concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers structured tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be effective for depression, anger management, and ADHD-related challenges.Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Dr. Rene works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the work remains relevant and practical.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home, maintain continuity of care, and fit therapy into busy lives without sacrificing therapeutic depth.