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Shaindy Black

Shaindy Black, MSW, LSW, Esq. 

Life brings major transitions, sometimes all at once. I offer a warm, welcoming space where you are seen, heard, and supported. Together, we’ll navigate change at your pace, anchored in safety and mutual respect. 

Where Therapy Meets Family Law 

As both a therapist and a licensed family law attorney, I bring a compassionate understanding of how legal conflict affects emotional well-being. In our work together, we make room for the stress and uncertainty that can come with navigating the courts while focusing on personal growth, healthy boundaries, and constructive next steps. Because I understand how court cases unfold, you won’t need to explain the legal process to me. I can help you feel grounded, supported, and prepared from day one. 

Navigating Change Together 

Whether you are an individual adjusting to a major life shift or a family creating new routines, I tailor my approach to your strengths. 

I specialize in working with: 

  • Individuals: Divorce is a profound emotional transition. I offer a steady, supportive setting to process the grief, anxiety, and anger that often accompany the end of a relationship, helping you draw on your strengths as you reclaim your identity and begin your next chapter. 
  • Children: When parents navigate legal disputes, children may carry an invisible emotional burden—experiencing anxiety or loyalty conflicts. I offer a strictly neutral, deeply secure sanctuary where children can express their feelings without taking sides, helping them develop coping skills as they move through changing family dynamics. 
  • Families: I guide families through separation, mediation, co-parenting, or divorce, helping to create routines and communication strategies that nurture lasting stability, especially for children with unique developmental needs. 
  • Legal Professionals: I provide a dedicated space for attorneys and professionals managing the weight of burnout, cumulative responsibilities, and the  pressures of a demanding field. My understanding of professional ethics ensures confidentiality and privilege throughout our work. 

A Creative Approach to Healing 

My practice is trauma-informed and client-centered. Because talking through deep emotions can sometimes feel limiting, I use expressive approaches such as Sand Play Therapy for clients of all ages. Sand work offers a powerful, non-verbal way to explore your inner world and process difficult experiences when words are hard to find. 

Credentials 

My credentials include a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Pennsylvania, a Juris Doctor (JD) from Seton Hall University, and certifications in Child Welfare, Collaborative Law, Mediation, Sand Play Therapy, and Parenting Coordination.  

I am an R. 5:8D rostered Parenting Coordinator, certified by R. 1:40 to work with domestic violence and restraining orders cases. All therapeutic services are fully compliant with the updated N.J.S.A. 9:2-4 statutory requirements. 

Outside of the office, you can usually find me traveling, unwinding at the beach, or camping alongside the wild horses at Assateague Island. 

Expertise:

Note: While I am a licensed attorney, I do not provide legal services through the Center for Counseling and Education (CFCE). All prospective clients are thoroughly screened for conflicts of interest prior to starting therapeutic care. 

NJ License: 44SL06947300

Fee: $165 for a 45 – 50 minute session ($200 for the initial appointment)

Location: 66 N. Main St. (Medford, NJ) — and Virtual

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