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Dr. Melanie Eckhoff works with adolescents and adults. Many of Dr. Eckhoff’s clients come in to address depression, anxiety, ADHD, personality disorders, and/or trauma. She also has advanced training in the areas of PTSD and BPD. Dr. Eckhoff is trained in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
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Wildflowers Within Counseling & Wellness
Therapist
Virtual & in-person • 29 mi away • Mount Laurel Township, NJ
At Wildflowers Within Counseling & Wellness, we are a team of real people helping real people navigate real life. From the moment you reach out, our goal is for you to feel seen, supported, and never like just a number.
We take our work seriously because this isn’t just a job for us it’s part of who we are. Every therapist on our team is thoughtfully selected not only for their clinical skill, but for their ability to show up as a genuine, compassionate human.
We offer a range of specialties including anxiety, OCD, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions, and we prioritize matching you with a therapist who truly fits your needs not just whoever has the next opening. If we’re not the right fit, we will always help guide you to someone who is.
I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health filed and I am very easy to talk to. I a open-minded person and allow the client a safe place to express their thoughts and feelings
I have been working in private practice for 3.5 years. I work primarily with individuals struggling with anxiety and depression and am especially passionate about helping clients build practical skills (boundary-setting, assertive communication, self-advocacy) so they can learn to advocate for their needs.
About our therapists serving New Jersey
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma
- 99%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 48%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 1%Haitian Creole
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Russian
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 11%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 4%Licensed Psychologist
- 3%Substance Use Disorder
- 100%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
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 a Therapist in New Jersey
Searching for therapists in New Jersey starts with finding the right fit for your needs, location, and schedule. Across the state, therapy options can vary between urban, suburban, and rural areas, so it helps to look for a therapist whose listed specialties match what you want support with. That may include anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. You can also look for training in approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy.
Your search may look different in Newark, Jersey City, Trenton, South Jersey, or a smaller New Jersey community. Some people prefer an in-person therapist close to home or work, while others choose virtual sessions for more scheduling options. Beyond specialty, review whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading therapist profiles can help you understand their style, areas of focus, and what a first session may include before you book.
The cost of therapy in New Jersey can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for licensed therapists who are accepting new patients, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and compare virtual or in-person options in one place. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to confirm coverage for your specific plan and location. Browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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