Licensed Psychologist, New Jersey
Overview: Dr. Ellen Zupkus is a licensed psychologist with more than 40 years of experience across private practice, behavioral healthcare, psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment, juvenile justice, and academic settings. She earned her PhD in Child Clinical Psychology from Seton Hall University and has held senior clinical, supervisory, and administrative positions throughout her career. Her extensive background includes psychotherapy, psychological assessment, family therapy, trauma treatment, and work with individuals experiencing complex mental health and behavioral concerns.
Dr. Zupkus’s therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and informed by decades of clinical experience. She works to understand each client within the context of their relationships, life experiences, and individual strengths, helping them gain insight into patterns that contribute to emotional distress and develop healthier ways of coping and relating to others.
Ellen utilizes therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-Based approaches.
Working with Dr. Zupkus, clients can expect an experienced, supportive, and nonjudgmental therapist who provides a safe environment for exploring difficult emotions and life experiences. She helps clients develop greater self-awareness, strengthen coping and communication skills, improve relationships, and make meaningful changes that support long-term emotional well-being.
Academic Credentials / Details
PhD, Child Clinical Psychology – Seton Hall University
MA, Education/School Psychology – Seton Hall University
BA, Psychology – Kean College of New Jersey
Licensed Psychologist
Areas of Expertise
Anxiety and Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Relationship and Family Concerns
Mood Disorders
Life Transitions
Ellen works with adults experiencing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, relationship, and life challenges. Her extensive career also includes significant clinical experience with children, adolescents, and families, as well as individuals with complex psychiatric and trauma-related concerns.
