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Top therapists in Jersey City, NJ accepting new patients

Mental health care is accessible across Jersey City with Headway's 4,481 licensed providers available for virtual or in-person sessions. From Downtown to Lincoln Park neighborhoods, providers offer open availability and work with your insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.

Cary Hamilton

Cary Hamilton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.9 mi away • Jersey City, NJ


“Through the steady work of connection and containment, what feels like pain and failure can become the doorway to meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diego Giraldo

Diego Giraldo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.4 mi away • Hoboken, NJ


“I believe effective treatment comes from a collaborative partnership. Together we will develop a personalized treatment plan that supports both symptom relief and long-term wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
John Milius

John Milius

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.5 mi away • Hoboken, NJ


“My clinical experience currently includes but is not limited to counseling individuals and groups from a variety of backgrounds with depression, anxiety, identity and relational issues, spiritual conflict, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma,...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rivkah Kaufman

Rivkah Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • New Jersey


“I combine trauma-focused, mindfulness-, and insight-based psychotherapies to help my clients cope with everyday challenges and see how they relate to long-standing behavior patterns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chamin Ajjan

Chamin Ajjan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • New Jersey


“I bring over 25 years of experience to my work with individuals, couples, and groups, helping them move from feeling overwhelmed to truly empowered.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cinthia Taylor

Cinthia Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • New Jersey


“In our work together, you'll have a supportive, interactive therapist, an educator, and a goal-focused, direct, and empathic coach helping you navigate the most challenging aspects of life and how to rebuild.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Larissa Quinn

Larissa Quinn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • New Jersey


“I help individuals and couples overcome feelings of worry, sadness, loneliness, hopelessness, overwhelm, anger, and grief.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gregory Sandler

Gregory Sandler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • Nutley, NJ


“During many years of providing therapy, I developed integrative and comprehensive approach reflecting client's unique personality traits.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rena Miller

Rena Miller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • New Jersey


“My approach integrates mindfulness-based and compassion-based cognitive behavioral therapies (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy).”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Schnapp

Jonathan Schnapp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.6 mi away • New Jersey


“I do my best to facilitate an exploration of my patients inner world. We are collaborators on this journey.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Ianelli

Monica Ianelli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • New Jersey


“Monica's style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. She strives to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Nicole Harris

Nicole Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • New Jersey


“I primarily work with women who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and the impact of past experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Robin Li

Dr. Robin Li

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • Princeton, NJ


“My approach to your wellness starts with a holistic treatment of the mind, the body, and even the elusive soul at times.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Yessenia Ayala

Yessenia Ayala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • New Jersey


What if improving your relationships isn’t starting together, but starting with you? As a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I work with individuals who are curious about their relationship patterns and ready to create meaningful change from the inside out. You may feel stuck in recurring dynamics, find yourself questioning how your family background shapes your relationships, or want to communicate more effectively. Together, we create a space to gain clarity, better understand what’s driving these patterns, and begin making intentional shifts toward healthier, more balanced relationships.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Adriana Arteta

Adriana Arteta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • West New York, NJ


My name is Adriana Arteta and I have 11 years of experience. I have worked with many different populations and now I am focusing now on adult individual therapy.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Xiaofeng Koswatta

Xiaofeng Koswatta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New Jersey


“It takes great courage to seek help. I strive to create a trusting, holding environment for my clients.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Musa Ahmad

Musa Ahmad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Newark, NJ


“I use psychoanalytic techniques to make you more aware of how the nervous system influences your behavior.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Olubunmi Adetule

Dr. Olubunmi Adetule

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Springfield, NJ


“An introduction and complete psychosocial evaluation. In our first session, we'll briefly introduce you and dive into your challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Fernando Vazquez

Fernando Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Newark, NJ


“My style is inquisitive and conversational. Former clients have described it as if they were talking to an old friend.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
John Wang

John Wang

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • New Jersey


“Together, we'll aim to reach a shared understanding of your needs, and decide on a treatment plan that suits your goals.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalya Fryazin

Natalya Fryazin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • North Bergen, NJ


“I advocate and highly value a compassionate, non-judgmental acceptance style emphasizing deep human encounters between the therapist and the client.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jocelyn Goldberg

Jocelyn Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • New Jersey


I specialize in working with adults ages 18-40, focusing on religious trauma, life transitions, grief, self-esteem, relationships, and LGBTQIA+ issues. My work is rooted in psychodynamic therapy and incorporates CBT & DBT skills according to each client's needs.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Levi Rapoport

Levi Rapoport

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • New Jersey


“I use Mindfulness to help people distinguish themselves from their thoughts and feelings, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to change the way they feel by changing how they think, and to develop unconditional self-acceptance.”
Anxiety, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Alfano

James Alfano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Belleville, NJ


I’ve very open minded and calm. I try to meet my clients where they are and gain a better understanding of goals they would like to reach or areas of their life they may be struggling to cope with.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Schaune Gamble

Schaune Gamble

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Newark, NJ


“I come from a diverse background which assists me while working with individuals, couples and families from different backgrounds, sexual orientations and religions.”
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abe Goico

Abe Goico

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Belleville, NJ


“My style is person centered, which means I focus on what you want to get out of therapy and move at the pace you want to go.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mylene Alberto

Mylene Alberto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Edgewater, NJ


“My goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized care that helps you feel understood, supported, and empowered in your mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Walsh

Lauren Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Ridgefield, NJ


“I use an integrative approach, meaning a variety of therapeutic interventions from different treatment modalities I'm trained in.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mary Osagie

Dr. Mary Osagie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • East Orange, NJ


I am a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master’s degree in Psychiatric and Mental Health from Walden University. In my practice, I am adept at addressing various mental health concerns and providing comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and personalized treatment plans. By integrating evidence-based practices, I work to promote mental wellness effectively. I offer both in-person and virtual services to ensure accessibility and convenience for those seeking support for their mental health needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Valery Yezersky

Valery Yezersky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.8 mi away • New Jersey


I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration, discovery, and healing. By utilizing unconditional positive acceptance, my goal is to help clients add to their social and emotional knowledge so they can navigate through difficulties in ways that foster self-esteem, well-being, and growth.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Chang

Joseph Chang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Little Ferry, NJ


“I prioritize validating my clients' emotions to establish rapport, as I believe that without a strong therapeutic relationship, no intervention can be truly effective.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Smadar Leiserowitz

Dr. Smadar Leiserowitz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • New Jersey


“I specialize in working with individuals and couples who struggle with lack of intimacy, communication difficulties as well as anxiety, depression and personality disorders.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tzvi Friedman

Tzvi Friedman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.4 mi away • Nutley, NJ


“A specialty of mine is helping boys and men successfully find their voice, respond to stress in productive ways, and cultivate self-respect.”
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jerry Fuller

Jerry Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Bloomfield, NJ


“My approach is a solution-centered session with an emphasis on using Rational Emotive Behavioral Training.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Richard Scala

Richard Scala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • New Jersey


“I believe therapy should be a save place, free of judgement, where one can discuss their problems and find real solutions.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Mora

Stephanie Mora

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Montclair, NJ


Welcome! I'm glad you're taking the first step towards entering therapy. A little about myself... I take a humanistic, compassionate and person centered approach, which focuses on authenticity and the importance of the therapeutic relationship. This means that I focus on getting to know you, your strengths, and interests, because it's important to establish a connection. As your treatment I want to meet you where you are, while also challenging you to explore alternative perspectives and ideas.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jermaine Nnaeto

Jermaine Nnaeto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Union, NJ


“I prioritize building a strong therapeutic alliance with each individual, ensuring that they feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their treatment journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Natalie Gayle

Natalie Gayle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“I have worked in Mental Health x 20 years, in psychiatric emergency rooms, psychiatric hospitals, and out-patient clinics.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Shira Freudenberger

Dr. Shira Freudenberger

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Passaic, NJ


“My goal is to help you cope with any of life's challenges so that you can lead a healthier and more fulfilling life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Carl Perry

Carl Perry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Garfield, NJ


“I focus on creating a COLLABORATIVE environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges, develop insights and cultivate positive changes AT THEIR OWN PACE.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Jersey City, NJ

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Jersey City, NJ
There are over 138 therapists in Jersey City, NJ accepting new patients.
138+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 78%Stress management
  • 72%Trauma
  • 68%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 77%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Cigna
  • 58%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 5%French
  • 4%Yoruba
  • 3%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 99%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 33%Man
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 24%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Psychologist
  • 4%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Anxiety Therapist in Jersey City, NJ

Searching for therapists in Jersey City starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, and work stress. As you compare Jersey City therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties, training, and approach match your needs. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

Jersey City has therapy options across neighborhoods like Downtown, Journal Square, the Heights, and near Lincoln Park, with both in-person and virtual appointments available. If commute time, transit access, or scheduling matters to you, narrow your search by location, appointment availability, and whether the therapist offers a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before you book can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, session structure, and experience with the concerns you want to address.

Therapy in Jersey City can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, verify your insurance, see your estimated out-of-pocket cost, and book directly when you’re ready.

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