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Top couples therapists in Newark, NJ

Navigate relationship challenges with compassionate couples therapists in Newark who specialize in communication and conflict resolution. Headway offers flexible scheduling with appointments available as soon as next day, and accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally to minimize your out-of-pocket costs.

Cheryl Cifelli

Cheryl Cifelli

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


My approach is highly individualized, blending creativity and empathy to tailor each session to the unique needs of my clients. I collaborate, working closely with clients to set meaningful and inspiring goals.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Harrison

David Harrison

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a direct, down-to-earth provider who values honesty, efficiency, and clear communication. I focus on practical, evidence-based care and avoid unnecessary medications. My goal is to help you feel better with a plan that actually works in your day-to-day life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Francis Guenther

Dr. Francis Guenther

Psychologist

Virtual • Flemington, NJ


“If you're looking for a therapist who is steady, experienced, and practical, I aim to create a space where you feel understood and supported from the start.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laura Ahmed

Laura Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is warm, grounded, and deeply human. I believe the therapeutic relationship itself is an important part of the work...”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cynthia Paul

Cynthia Paul

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“She blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with mindfulness techniques to help clients break free from unhelpful thought patterns, gain clarity, and stay grounded in the present—empowering them to create meaningful and lasting change in their lives.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lakisha Cummings

Lakisha Cummings

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable opening up with me because I'm easy to talk to, nonjudgmental, and genuinely invested in their well-being.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cynthia Williams

Cynthia Williams

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe you are truly the expert of who you are. Whether it is difficult to see or a struggle to embrace, I am here to support you in your exploration and will walk along side you in your journey.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Toni Williams Haverty

Toni Williams Haverty

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families to develop tools they can use to heal and improve their lives.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Michele Marciano

Michele Marciano

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I've spent ten years in mental health — nine of them in the intersection of addiction and trauma — and what I've learned is that clinical tools only work when they're explained in ways people can actually use outside the therapy room.

My approach is energetic and practical: I break things down in plain language, connect them to real-life situations, and help clients build skills they can apply immediately. I work with adults on anxiety, PTSD, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, OCD, BPD, infertility, family stress, and relationship challenges.

As a Native American therapist, I bring cultural awareness and lived understanding to my work — especially for clients navigating identity, systemic barriers, and experiences that don't always fit standard clinical frameworks.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Afua Ampiaw

Dr. Afua Ampiaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am calm, attentive, and easy to talk to, and I take time to listen, so you feel comfortable sharing openly.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Olivia Somuah-Oduro

Olivia Somuah-Oduro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm a board‐certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with a solution‐oriented, holistic, and direct approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Yesenia Gutierrez

Yesenia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am an empathic and client-centered therapist who has experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and difficulties with adjusting to different life phases.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Francis

Emily Francis

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can be honest, feel understood, and work through the things that have become difficult to manage on your own.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rakeeda Sneed

Rakeeda Sneed

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is laid-back, supportive, and honest—I want therapy to feel like a space where you can be yourself, while also being challenged when needed.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Cynthia Mach

Cynthia Mach

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide compassionate, solution-focused therapy for women experiencing anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people-pleasing, hyper-independence, codependency, and recovery from toxic or one-sided relationships.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jason Juxon-Smith

Jason Juxon-Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am passionate about supporting adult men and women on their journey to healing, self-love, and transforming negative self-talk from from negative to positive.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Chenelle Eastman

Chenelle Eastman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in guiding adults through their toughest moments, using powerful techniques like EMDR, CBT, ERT, and holistic therapy to create breakthroughs that last.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natasha Davalt

Natasha Davalt

Therapist

Virtual • Evesham, NJ


“I believe that by making my clients feel heard and safe can allow for immense growth and a reframed mindset.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Christine Bennett

Christine Bennett

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have a M.S. Mental Health Counseling graduate degree with a specialization in Substance Abuse Disorder, a M.A. Psychology graduate degree and an undergraduate B.A. Psychology degree.

I have worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, detox and rehab facilities, outpatient PCP and IOP mental health and individual private practice. I have worked with a range of different clients from many different backgrounds and ages (children, preteen, teen, adult and elderly).

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michelle Kaplan

Michelle Kaplan

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am here to provide you a safe and supportive space where we can work together to explore your priorities.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alex Brown

Alex Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Nutley, NJ


“The therapeutic relationship is an essential component for any good work to be done, and the therapeutic space can be the necessary setting to try new skills before using them out in the world.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Leydi Fonseca

Leydi Fonseca

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work with clients from a warm, welcoming, and compassionate place, making it a priority for each person to feel seen, accepted, and valued.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ayana Ainyette

Ayana Ainyette

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I'm a Black Latina Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in New Jersey, and I work primarily with teens and young adults — the years when everything is changing at once and no one really teaches you how to hold it. My background is unusually wide: I've worked in elementary schools, done in-home counseling with families in crisis, supported patients living with chronic kidney disease, counseled Rutgers students who aged out of foster care, and worked inside New Jersey's child protection system. What that means for you is that I've sat with people in almost every setting a young person moves through, and very little is going to slow us down. I see clients across New Jersey via telehealth on weekdays — so therapy fits around school, work, and real life instead of the other way around.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Clyde King

Clyde King

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


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.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brittany Murasky

Brittany Murasky

Therapist

Virtual • Pennington, NJ


I am a New Jersey based (though licensed in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania) psychotherapist trained in dual diagnosis and a certified trauma specialist for adults and adolescents. Over the last decade, I have worked with a diverse client base focusing on trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and relationship issues. I believe everyone has the capacity for positive change and consider it an honor to support individuals on their journey toward healing.

Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Ravielli

Kate Ravielli

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Even in the darkest of times, everyone is doing their best. My approach is compassionate and collaborative.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Paula Poblocki

Paula Poblocki

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hello my name is Paula Poblocki and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I received my MS from Rutgers University in Clinical Mental Health. I have been described by clients as being "authentic/genuine, down-to-earth, no-nonsence, and spirited " in sessions. I am passionate about helping clients identify and overcome the obstacles in their lives, so they can enhance their overall quality of life. I aim to provide solution-focused, affirming, and holistic therapy. Although I pride myself in being a well-rounded therapist, I do have a background in working with Women's Issues, College Students/ College Transitions, Substance Use Disorder Maintenance, and Mindfulness/Meditation. I am also an LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapist too!

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marie Fevrier

Marie Fevrier

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients will receive insight into the root cause of their issue and learn healthy coping skills to deal accordingly.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Trishia Haeser

Trishia Haeser

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hello, and welcome! My name is Trishia Haeser I am a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) with a Master's Degree in Addictions Counseling. I have been working in the behavioral health field since 2019, helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and evidence-based care

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Esther Teitelbaum

Esther Teitelbaum

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As someone who has years of experience working with clients impacted by domestic violence, OCPD, and other forms of trauma, I have an understanding of how the body can hold onto trauma.”
Relationship issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Albert Bristol

Albert Bristol

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I create space for people navigating visible and invisible weight. My work helps you feel grounded, seen, and aligned with yourself without having to shrink or explain your experience.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jeanine Stewart

Jeanine Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am curious and validating, providing a nurturing environment to talk openly and honestly about your struggles, strengths, weaknesses, needs, likes, and dislikes. I love helping people explore their unique and particular powers as well as how these powers impact their world and their relationships. As a passionate supporter of those who have been through unjust or otherwise traumatic experiences--including those experiencing discrimination based upon race or gender identity or sexual orientation--I am particularly interested in helping people gain skills for dealing with, and making sense of, the remnants of their pasts.

Having completed Bessel Van der Kolk's Trauma Research Foundation's Certificate in Traumatic Stress Studies in early 2025, I have a strong foundational understanding of the most cutting edge approaches to treating trauma. I am also comfortable using a combination of approaches, including Psychodynamic, Gestalt, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I received an MSW from the University of Pennsylvania, a psychodynamically focused program, after which I completed Bryn Mawr's certificate program in psychodynamic psychotherapy. I have also completed 1 year of Gestalt Therapy training and the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Immersion Program.

As an LCSW, my training emphasized the role of social environment--from the family to society at large--in how we construct our narratives, enabling me to help you make sense of what in your life is yours to own and what is a product of your environment.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Renata Jachna

Renata Jachna

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I hope to create a nonjudgemental, safe space for everyone so that everyone can be honest with themselves and identify their personal goals.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Elena Alonso

Elena Alonso

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm Elena, a first-generation Cuban American New Yorker, therapist with nearly 18 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Roberts

Jennifer Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My psychodynamic approach to treatment is based on the idea that once we are consciously aware of our unconscious behavior we have a greater capacity to self-regulate and self-soothe...”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Women's issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Efosa Ehigie

Efosa Ehigie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I believe in holistic and evidence based care. I support people of all ages who are navigating anxiety and depression, including children, teens, adults, and older adults. My role is to guide, support, and collaborate with you to create a treatment plan that aligns with your goals, values, beliefs, culture, and preferences. I want you to feel heard, respected, and understood-not reduced to a diagnosis. Together, we can make space for what is difficult and build a path toward steadiness, clarity, and meaningful change, at a pace that feels right for you. You do not need to have answers before reaching out; we can begin where you are.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cinthia Taylor

Cinthia Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • 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.”
Relationship issues, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Cynthia Brusco

Cynthia Brusco

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have significant experience working in the substance abuse world having been a coordinator for a program in the past before moving into private practice.”
Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Castaneda

Katherine Castaneda

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I believe in providing a safe, supportive space for individuals seeking growth, healing, and clarity. My approach is collaborative and grounded in genuine connection—I believe real change happens when you feel truly seen and understood. Whether you’re navigating stress, relationships, or major life transitions, we’ll work together to help you build the tools and confidence to move forward.

Relationship issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Judith Schwartzhoff

Judith Schwartzhoff

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have a Master's Degree in Social Work and over 30 years of experience in Mental Health Treatment. I work with adults who are struggling with a variety of issues including stress, self esteem, family conflicts and life changes such as divorce or loss or change in jobs. I specialize in working with elderly around issues of health, retirement and loss.

Relationship issues, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our couples therapists located within 20 miles of Newark, NJ

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Newark, NJ
There are over 42 therapists in Newark, NJ accepting new patients.
42+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 88%Family issues
  • 83%Relationship issues
  • 76%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 71%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 67%Cigna
  • 60%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 7%Hebrew
  • 5%Russian
  • 2%Albanian
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 67%Woman
  • 33%Man
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 21%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 74%Couples therapy
  • 55%Family therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find the right couples therapist for you

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

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Couples Therapist in Newark

Finding couples therapists in Newark starts with naming what you and your partner want to work on. Couples therapy may focus on communication patterns, recurring conflict, trust after infidelity, major life transitions, or parenting disagreements. Not all therapists have specific training in couples work, so review each therapist’s listed specialties and approach. You may want to look for a licensed marriage and family therapist, or a therapist trained in couples methods like the Gottman Method or emotionally focused therapy.

Newark offers a range of local therapy options, while nearby commute patterns, transit access, and work schedules can shape what feels practical. For couples therapy, the right fit also needs to work for both partners. Consider appointment availability, virtual or in-person format, and whether the therapist offers a free phone consultation to discuss fit before booking. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how they structure sessions, communicate with couples, and approach relationship concerns.

Couples therapy in Newark 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 out-of-pocket responsibility before care begins. Headway helps you find therapists who are accepting new patients, match your preferences, and may accept a range of insurance plans depending on your location and coverage. You can review estimated costs, compare therapist bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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