Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Newark, NJ

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, and major life transitions.

I specialize in working with individuals who are balancing demanding responsibilities whether in caregiving roles, professional environments, or complex family systems and feel overwhelmed trying to manage everything on their own. I also work with professionals in healthcare, education, and other helping roles who are experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, or role-related stress.

My clinical background includes leadership roles in hospital-based behavioral health programs, including intensive community treatment and outpatient mental health services. I bring that depth of experience into my private practice by offering structured, practical support that helps clients regain stability, clarity, and confidence during difficult periods.

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Master of Science in Nursing from Maryville University. Throughout my career, I have worked across a wide spectrum of psychiatric environments, ranging from inpatient acute care to outpatient clinical settings. This experience has allowed me to support a diverse population, including adults and geriatric patients navigating various stages of life.

My areas of specialty include:

Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation & Medication Management: Providing evidence-based, cautious, and collaborative medication planning to help you reach stability.

Adult & Geriatric Psychiatry: Addressing the unique mental health needs of adults and older adults.

Holistic Mental Health Support: Integrating symptom management with a focus on lifestyle and overall well-being.

Therapeutic Alliance: Building a strong, trusting partnership to navigate complex mental health challenges

Welcome—I'm glad you're here. Reaching out for support takes courage, and it’s an important first step toward feeling better. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion, collaboration, and practical tools for lasting change. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, or relationship conflict, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore what’s holding you back and discover new ways forward.

My therapeutic style is warm, down-to-earth, and centered on your unique needs. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), strengths-based, and person-centered approaches—blending evidence-based techniques with genuine human connection. Together, we’ll identify patterns that no longer serve you and build on your strengths to create a more balanced, fulfilling life.

I work with adults across all stages of life, including those navigating career changes, caregiving roles, or life transitions in later adulthood. I believe healing and growth are possible at any age.

If you’re ready to start your journey toward greater peace and self-understanding, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Let’s take that next step together.

Thank you for taking time to learn a little bit about me. I am a compassionate listener who really enjoys guiding clients on their path to better wellness. As a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of New Jersey I practice a client centered approach using different techniques such as mindfulness, CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy and Creative Modalities to work on their therapeutic goals.

My educational background includes a MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MFA in Fine Arts, and a certification in Education. Through my counseling career I have experience working with diverse populations and many different challenges life may bring.

Big changes, self-doubt, anxiety, depression: these are the moments most of my clients

arrive in. As an LCSW based in New Jersey, I specialize in life transitions and use

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you unravel the connections between your

thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Together, we build practical strategies that bring real

moments of calm so you can choose intentional responses instead of just reacting. If

you're ready to do something different, I'd love to talk.

Hi, I’m Julie, and I believe that meaningful change doesn’t have to wait. Therapy can start now at Therapy Starts Now Counseling LLC! I work with kids, teens, and adults to manage stress, build coping skills, and find balance in everyday life. My approach is caring, collaborative, and tailored to your unique goals. Together, we’ll take the next step toward growth and healing.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C) I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the College of Saint Elizabeth and a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Rutgers University. I have received specialized training in maternal mental health, perinatal bereavement and loss, and healing birth trauma. I have supported individuals and groups in both outpatient and intensive outpatient settings.

Before entering the field of clinical social work, I spent over a decade in the corporate world, with experience in management and accounting. This second career reflects my deep commitment to walking alongside individuals through some of life’s most challenging—and meaningful—transitions.

I graduated from the Delhi School of Social Work, Delhi University, with a master's degree in social work. Since then I have aimed to help people achieve emotional well-being and live more fulfilling lives. I specialize in diverse and multi-cultural backgrounds.

I am a board certifies Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with a master's degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and Doctoral degree from Chamberlain University with experience working in both inpatient and outpatient setting. I work with teens, adults and elderly to navigate a wide range of behavioral health concerns including, depression, anxiety,OCD, PTSD,Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia and many others. I believe in establishing trust with each client where they feel heard and supported.