Gerald Opthof

Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Forensic Psychotherapist · Opthof Center For Psychotherapy

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Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
26 years
since Jan 2000
Gender
Male

Experience

Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Forensic PsychotherapistCurrent
Opthof Center For Psychotherapy
Since Jan 2000 · 26 years · Westwood, NJ

Education

Eisner Institute for Professional Studies
Psy.d
2010 – 2015
Montclair State University
MA
1994 – 1997
Montclair State University
BA
1989 – 1993

Skills

Psychotherapy Psychology Mental Health Family Therapy Cbt Treatment Mental Health Counseling Stress Management Group Therapy Crisis Intervention Motivational Interviewing Interventions Post Traumatic Stress Dual Diagnosis Chemical Dependency Behavioral Health Anger Management Public Speaking Self Esteem Addiction Recovery Life Transitions Clinical Supervision Social Services Emdr Young Adults Grief Counseling Case Management Prevention Mindfulness Stress Forensic Psychology Phobias Counseling Conflict Resolution Substance Abuse Counseling Crisis Clinical Groups Adults Stress Reduction Couples Intervention Program Development Cognition Meditation Personal Development Treatment Planning Lecturing Evaluations Adolescents

About Opthof Center For Psychotherapy

Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$1M to <$10M

Professional Overview

Gerald Opthof is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Forensic Psychotherapist, currently affiliated with Opthof Center For Psychotherapy, based in Westwood, NJ. As a mental health, Opthof contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Westwood, NJ. They have been with Opthof Center For Psychotherapy for 26 years. Opthof holds academic credentials, including Psy.d and MA, from Eisner Institute for Professional Studies and Montclair State University. Core competencies include Psychotherapy, Psychology, Mental Health, Family Therapy, Cbt. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Westwood, NJ healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Gerald Opthof is one of them.
  • 988 mental health professionals are based in NJ (out of 38,119 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical mental health compensation in NJ: $44,000 – $110,000 (median $64,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in NJ: Sole Proprietor (77), Private Practice (36), Self-Employed (11).
  • 4% of mental health professionals in NJ hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 81% of mental health professionals in NJ have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gerald Opthof located?

Gerald Opthof is based in Westwood, NJ. They are currently affiliated with Opthof Center For Psychotherapy.

What is Gerald Opthof's specialty?

Gerald Opthof specializes in mental health. Their current role is Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and Forensic Psychotherapist.

Where does Gerald Opthof currently work?

Gerald Opthof currently works at Opthof Center For Psychotherapy. They have been there for 26 years.

What is Gerald Opthof's educational background?

Gerald Opthof attended Eisner Institute for Professional Studies and Montclair State University.

How do I contact Gerald Opthof for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a mental health professional?

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What is the average salary for a mental health professional in NJ?

mental health professionals in NJ typically earn $44,000 to $110,000 annually, with a median of $64,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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