Find a therapist in New Jersey — covered by insurance
Top therapists in New Jersey accepting new patients
Access flexible mental health care in New Jersey through Headway's network of 4,585 licensed providers. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, covered by 70+ insurance plans, with many patients paying $0 per session and free intake consultations offered.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with a decade of experience in the counseling field, my passion lies in supporting others to discover their own innate potential to grow and heal. My hope is that those working with me can feel free from mental health symptoms enough to be able to identify their core values, move through distressing experiences with psychological flexibility, and live a value-driven life. By meeting others in their own world, I am able to serve others that are struggling with anxiety disorders like generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, low self-esteem, and depressive disorders. I have a strong passion to help women who are pregnant and postpartum, as well.
Michelle Matusalem
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • South Brunswick Township, NJ
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in a variety of fields (psychiatric screening, infectious disease case management, school based individual and family therapy services). I've worked successfully with individuals, couples and families, and I am a dedicated, compassionate and attentive clinician with an innate ability to connect to people.
I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who provides care for children, adolescents, and adults. I work with concerns including anxiety, ADHD, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorders, PTSD, and women’s mental health. My goal is to create a warm, open environment where you feel heard and respected.
About our therapists serving New Jersey
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma
- 99%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 73%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 48%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 1%Haitian Creole
- 1%French
- 1%Russian
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 17%Man
- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%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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