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Mental Health Support, Care,

and Education for Every Individual

 Counseling Centers Serving Southern New Jersey

Our Mission and Philosophy

Our Mission:


The mission of Genesis is to improve the health of the community one person at a time through Behavioral Health Services that are individual and family-focused.


Our Philosophy:


Genesis Centers offer therapeutic counseling for recovery from addictions and for mental health concerns. This centers around our centers core beliefs that:


  • Fulfillment occurs through a process of making positive changes in a caring environment, with the support of qualified, highly motivated and empathetic counselors. Treatment very often involves the entire family.
  • Recovery from addictions can occur with the help of constructive techniques intended to promote abstinence from substance use.
  • An individual can be empowered to confidently manage difficult feelings and emotions.
  • Mental health problems can be addressed by understanding how stress and trauma can play a large part in the healing process. Individual counseling, group counseling, and family counseling are means to this end. Sometimes medications are necessary as well.
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About Us:

The History of Genesis Counseling Center

Established in 1979 by its founder Gabriel L. Guerrieri, Genesis Counseling Center, a nonprofit organization, has earned a reputation in Southern New Jersey as one of the finest Mental Health and Addictions Treatment Centers in the area.


The "genesis" of Genesis was Gabe's conviction to provide high-quality and innovative mental health and addiction counseling to people in a caring way and within their financial means. With this singular guiding ideal, Genesis has evolved from a grassroots organization offering a variety of behavioral health programs and services across Burlington and Camden counties.


Genesis, which opened its door with only one counselor, now consists of over 50 well-trained and highly educated program staff members, including masters-level therapists, licensed social workers, certified addictions counselors, and licensed professional counselors. A psychiatrist can be used through referrals.


Today, many children, adolescents, adults, families, and seniors receive caring, comprehensive treatment through the various innovative programs run by Genesis. As a counseling center that believes a community is only as healthy as the individuals in it, Genesis has stepped to the forefront, offering unique programs like the Student Assistance Program, the Early Intervention Program for youth and parents, the counseling program at the Camden County Correctional Facility, called Second Chance, United Way Case Management Program in Camden City, and the nationally recognized Camden County Adolescent and Adult Recovery Court Programs.

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Experienced DUI Counselors

DUI / IDRC Programs:

Did you know the more alcohol you ingest the more your blood alcohol concentration level (BAC) increases? Did you know that the more your BAC increases and you get behind the wheel of a car, the higher risk you become for receiving a DWI/DUI and/or becoming an unwilling participant in an alcohol-related automobile accident?


Did you know the State of New Jersey has lowered its legal BAC level to .08? Did you know that a repeat offender of DUI/DWI in the State of New Jersey is in danger of being incarcerated for a minimum of six months?


Anyone at any age who drinks alcohol and gets behind the wheel of a car is in danger of any of the above symptoms and/or outcomes.


We have extensive experience in addressing DUI-related mental health concerns at Genesis Counseling Center.


Getting Started:

If you are just getting started or coming via a referral, it's easy to schedule an appointment with a member of our professional staff. The cost of the intake appointment is $125 for both substance abuse and mental health, a portion of which may be covered by your insurance.

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The Individual Counseling Process at

Genesis Counseling Center

Getting Established

In this popular method of one-on-one treatment,  the individual and the therapist form a strong bond. Trust is established, so the patient can feel relaxed and respected, allowing them to proceed on their journey of letting go of the things that have a strong hold over them.

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Counseling Timeline

The stronger the bond of trust between the patient and therapist, the quicker the person can advance in treatment. Depending on the nature of the problem, the duration between sessions can be adjusted to best suit the needs of the individual and best support their process.

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Get Started Today

It's easy for newcomers to schedule an appointment with a member of our professional staff. The cost of the intake appointment is $125 - a portion of which may be covered by your insurance. A charge of $25 for drug testing will be added to the $125 intake.

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Insurances We Acccept

  • NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid)
  • Medicare
  • Horizon Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Aetna

For substance abuse services, we accept state and county funding, as well as self-pay.

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You're Not Alone:

Group Counseling

At Genesis Counseling Center, we can facilitate a group therapy setting that provides personal growth and learning. Group therapy is popular, as well, since in a group setting the members of the session can give support to each other as they discuss a common topic that might have a bearing on the whole group (teenage drinking, for example).


Strength and respect for each other start to build and people soon realize they are not alone in their battle against a common enemy. Hearing another's story or how they proceeded to a solution can give others the courage and confidence to continue.


We are group counseling professionals at Genesis Counseling Center. Contact us today and we can begin the placement process in the perfect group counseling setting for you or a loved one.

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Couples and Marriage Counseling

Most people think that counseling is performed on a one-to-one basis, where a client states problems or concerns and the therapist enters into a one-to-one relationship with the client. However, there are times when it is essential to have another person in the counseling relationship.


Proper communication, or learning to communicate with each other is a priority first and foremost in couples counseling. It is imperative to open the other person up to problems or issues that can block communication.  This lack of proper communication prevents the couple from advancing, or can even destroy the relationship.


Couples counseling is fun and challenging, and an opening to learning how each other feels about the other person. This process is performed in the safe environment of the counseling office and the therapists assist the couple in understanding the other more completely. Love that has been questioned by each other is usually strengthened in the process.


In marital counseling, the couple along with a therapist discusses issues that are causing problems in their relationship. It could be as minor as who squeezes the toothpaste from the middle of the tube, or as major as an affair that sends a relationship into turmoil. In a sense, a wedge was or is created that needs to be talked through before the couple can go back to a healthy balance. In doing so, the wedge is removed and the couple can go back to a healthier state of interaction.


Don't hesitate to contact us today to learn more about our couples and marriage counseling services at Genesis Counseling Center.

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The Importance of Mental Health and Wellness

Mental health and wellbeing are vital to living your best life. At Genesis Counseling Center, we can help you address and overcome challenges that may be impeding your happiness and wellbeing.  We are experienced counselors and can offer expertise in the following areas of concern:

  • Substance Use Concerns
  • Depression & Anxiety
  • Bullying
  • Adolescent Services
  • Anger Management
  • Marriage & Family
  • Compulsive Gambling
  • Grief & Loss
  • Domestic Violence
  • Successful Parenting
  • Suicidal Thinking
  • Gay, Lesbian & Bisexual Issues

Your mental health is central to your well-being and success, so if you're having issues in any of the areas above, please contact us now at Genesis Counseling Center to receive specialized care.

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Employment Opportunites

We are always looking to grow our team!


Master's Level, Interns, LSW, LAC, LPC and LCSW clinicians are welcome to apply.


LCADC, CADC, (CCS), CADCI clinicians are encouraged to apply for our Substance Abuse program.


We service families, individuals and children. We also work with the co-occuring population.


Please e-mails resumes to:

Agrauber@genesiscenters.org


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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you tell me more about Genesis Counseling Center?

    Genesis Counseling Center is a private, non-profit agency offering mental health and drug and alcohol counseling programs for all ages.


    We proudly offer mental health services throughout Southern New Jersey at our three offices in Collingswood, Camden, and Marlton.


    We offer individual and group counseling settings, tailored to your needs. We also have programs to specifically address child, adolescent, and teen mental health, as well as couples and marriage counseling.


    Our experienced providers offer a caring and supportive environment to help you work through whatever mental health issues you may have.


    If you're looking for mental health resources in Southern New Jersey, look no further than Genesis Counseling Center.  We are standing by and ready to offer guidance and support.

  • How much do your services cost?

    Initial assessment/intake – For both substance abuse and mental health, it is $125.00

    Individual Session – For both substance abuse and mental health, it is $75.00 for 60 min.

    Individual Session – For both substance abuse and mental health, it is $40 for 30 min.

    Urine Drug Screen – For Current Client, it is $35.00.

    Urine Drug Screen - For Non-Client, it is $45.00.

  • Can you tell me about your counselors?

    Genesis makes sure that all counselors meet requirements that are upheld by the State of New Jersey under licensure standards. Mental health counselors have a minimum of a Master's Degree and/or licensed LCSWs or LPCs. Addictions counselors are required at a minimum to be working toward certification and many are already LCADCs, CADCs, LPCs, LCSWs, LACs, LSWs, and interns training in both Mental Health and Substance Abuse.


    Part of the reason for an initial assessment is so that we can obtain the information needed to assign you to the best-suited counselor for your needs. This process takes approximately 48-72 hours from the time of intake. That counselor will contact you to set up your next appointment.


    If you are not happy with your counselor, contact the appropriate program manager.  We have Managers in both Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment. Genesis wants to make sure your needs are being met and makes that our priority when assigning or reassigning counselors.

  • How can I contact you?

    The best way to contact Genesis Counseling Center is to call our home office in Collingswood at (856) 858-9314.  You can also reach us through a private message on the contact form on this website.  


    We look forward to working with you.

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