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 4,271 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.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is dedicated to empowering children and families develop skills to cope with difficulties in life. My background is in working with children and young adults with Autism, school-aged children and their families support navigating times of stress, conflict, anger, anxiety and grief. I also have experience working with older adults. I have worked in schools, community-based agencies and residential programs.
I have a strong personal connection to nature, which I believe can be a powerful tool for healing. I enjoy spending time outdoors, camping, hiking, surfing, and even farming—which allows me to maintain a sense of balance and peace.
Joanne Wilson Russell
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Princeton Junction, NJ
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I strongly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to help my clients facilitate change. My approach is to help clients move through emotional discomfort, challenge unhealthy beliefs, and explore who they are. Together, we can work in a solution-focused manner to help you recognize the patterns in your life or relationships that may be holding you back.
Welcome! And congratulations on taking an important step towards the life that you want to live. I know that it can be difficult or overwhelming to figure out what therapist might be a good fit for you. I help clients with a wide range of concerns or problems, including depression, anxiety, and adjustment to life transitions, and I specialize in working with clients who have experienced abuse, trauma, or grief. If you feel stuck by things that happened in your past, negative messages about yourself that you’ve internalized, or automatic behavior patterns that are no longer working for you, I can help.
Choosing the right counselor is an important part of your therapeutic journey. I believe that we all need an opportunity to understand ourselves and our experiences with greater clarity and acceptance. My approach as a Clinical Psychologist incorporates Person Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral, Psychodynamic, and Family Systems frameworks. I truly enjoy collaborating with my clients to create an individualized treatment plan that is two-pronged. Initially addressing concerns and then learning and implementing tools and skills to navigate those challenges.
I have experience working with clients of all ages with a variety of presenting problems including depression, anxiety, relationship problems, divorce, family concerns, school, bullying, legal issues, life-transitions, and women’s issues.
It is important to me that my clients end each session feeling a healthy sense of pride and accomplishment that they took time to care for and work on themselves. I wholeheartedly believe in the benefit of therapy and make it my priority to help my clients realize the power they have to go and grow.
About our therapists serving New Jersey
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 77%Relationship issues
- 73%Trauma
- 99%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 72%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 51%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 1%Haitian Creole
- 1%Russian
- 1%Hindi
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 10%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 4%Licensed Psychologist
- 3%Substance Use Disorder
- 99%Individual therapy
- 32%Family therapy
- 17%Couples therapy
- 14%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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