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Top therapists in Livingston, NJ accepting new patients
Mental health support in Livingston is now within reach through Headway's network of 4,616 providers specializing in therapy and medication management. Serving areas including Downtown Livingston, Mountain Ridge, and Rosedale, we work with your insurance so you can focus on your wellbeing without worrying about costs.
Great to meet you! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Reaching out for help can feel overwhelming, and taking that first step is a meaningful one. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My approach is warm and collaborative, helping you build practical tools, gain insight, and create meaningful change that aligns with the life you want.
I’m Brenda Gadson, a Professional Counselor with a Master in Counseling from Kean College of New Jersey. My training has prepared me to support children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and seniors navigating anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, identity questions, and life transitions. I also have a special interest in supporting LGBTQ+ clients and people working through gender dysphoria, transgender-related concerns, dissociative identity, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, and women’s issues.
Hello I am Clyde who wants to ensure you receive the best treatment you can, offering treatment in a safe space, nonjudgmental, honest, confidential, timely warm, kind, considerate, professional, ethical, skillful, relevant, current way. Look forward to getting to know you.
Hi, I’m Heather Wilson Pham, a psychotherapist and Doctor of Social Work (DSW) candidate with over 10 years of experience in mental health. I specialize in helping women navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship patterns, and financial stress, especially when these challenges are connected. My work focuses on empowering clients to build confidence, clarity, and independence in both their emotional and practical lives. I blend therapy with real-world strategies so clients can create meaningful, lasting change.
Please note: My practice is currently focused on individual therapy, and I am not accepting new couples at this time.
I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with six years of experience. My degree includes DNP and MSN. I treat clients aged 15 years old to adults with generalized anxiety disorder, depression, ADHD, OCD, Psychosis, autism, bipolar disorder, and insomnia. I value my client's opinions and input into the treatment they receive.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 30 years of experience providing compassionate, practical, and evidence-based therapy to children, adolescents, adults, and families. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting challenges, behavioral concerns, and identity development. I am known for a warm, collaborative style and an ability to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make meaningful change.
Most people come for therapy with curiosity and skepticism. My goal is to gain your trust so that you will benefit a great deal from our work together to feel better and whole. I specialize in Trauma Informed Therapy, PTSD, Relationship Issues and Parenting. I offer on line sessions at a mutually convenient time. I work with adolescents, young adults and adults on a variety of issues.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I strongly believe in working together to achieve your goals. My main focus is working with adults who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression or overall stress. I accept insurance through headway and provide services via simplepractice telehealth.
Como Trabajadora Social Clínica Licenciada, creo firmemente en trabajar juntos para alcanzar tus objetivos. Mi enfoque principal es trabajar con adultos que enfrentan trauma, ansiedad, depresión o estrés en general. Acepto seguros a través de Headway y brindo servicios a través de la plataforma de telesalud SimplePractice.
Hello there!
My name is Timothy Dunn, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor based in Central New Jersey. I have been working in the mental health field since 2016, beginning in inpatient treatment, followed by several years as a case manager supporting adults with severe mental illness, and currently practicing in an outpatient setting since 2022.
I serve a diverse population across age, gender, and mental health concerns, with a focus on treating anxiety, depression, trauma, abuse and neglect, and adolescents. I am looking to work with individuals who are ready to “enter the room” and “do the work,” moving at a pace that feels right for you.
I’m also a husband, father, and proud dog dad who hopes to help heal the world one person at a time.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Livingston, NJ



- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 79%Stress management
- 70%Trauma
- 65%Relationship issues

- 99%Aetna
- 75%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 73%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 69%Cigna
- 54%United Healthcare

- 96%English
- 14%Spanish
- 4%French
- 4%Yoruba
- 2%Hindi

- 99%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only

- 71%Woman
- 29%Man

- 42%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 24%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 21%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Licensed Psychologist
- 3%Substance Use Disorder

- 98%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
- 12%Couples therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Livingston
Searching for therapists in Livingston starts with knowing what kind of support you want from therapy. People often look for help with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or major life changes. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want to focus on. Provider bios can help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.
Livingston is a smaller community, so the number of nearby offices may be more limited than in larger parts of New Jersey. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in New Jersey. You may also want to filter by appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading each profile before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and the types of concerns each therapist supports.
Therapy in Livingston can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket expense before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who match your needs, check your insurance coverage for your specific plan and location, and view upfront cost estimates based on your benefits. You can browse therapists in Livingston, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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