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Top therapists in New Jersey accepting new patients

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Danielle DiGiaimo

Danielle DiGiaimo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, I’m Danielle, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I’m passionate about helping people find healing, balance, and growth through life’s challenges.

I earned my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Stockton University in 2016 and went on to complete my Master of Social Work (MSW) at Fordham University’s Advanced Standing Clinical Track in 2017. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide range of individuals and families across many settings including hospice care, services for the unhoused population, psychiatric hospitals, and, in the most recent years, in public schools as part of the Child Study Team writing IEPs and providing counseling.

These experiences have given me a deep understanding of how emotional, environmental, and social factors impact well-being. In my practice, I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and supported. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique story and goals.

Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, or life transitions, I’m here to work alongside you as you build resilience and rediscover your sense of self.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Varriale

Laura Varriale

Therapist

Virtual • Berkeley Township, NJ


“My approach to therapy is predominantly from support/confront perspective. Utilizing Gestalt techniques, I think it is crucial for patients to always feel at ease and cared for with compassion and empathy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Vargas

Diana Vargas

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that the journey to healing must come from within and that I am simply a guide along the way.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gina Neri

Gina Neri

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Medford, NJ


“I work with families like yours to understand each person's perspective so we can make changes as quick as we can.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynda Johnson

Lynda Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I bring humor, comfort, knowledge and creativity to each session and ensure treatment is individualized to meet the needs of each client I work with.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Miksza

Danielle Miksza

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe meaningful growth often requires courage, accountability, and a willingness to examine uncomfortable truths.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Jarrette-Kenny

Dr. Michael Jarrette-Kenny

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe in a client-centered, compassionate approach to therapy, where you are the expert on your life, and I am here to guide and support you.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Peter Di Paola

Peter Di Paola

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am passionate and invested in providing you with the most effective therapeutic approaches available to assist you in achieving your goals.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Loffredo

Diana Loffredo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I like to challenge my clients in an inclusive environment and explain what to expect from a typical session.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Direct, Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Caballero-McMechen

Jacqueline Caballero-McMechen

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I apply a strength-based cultural perspective to empower my clients, fostering a strong sense of agency and resilience.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Agnieszka (Agnes) Levin

Agnieszka (Agnes) Levin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is grounded in evidence-based techniques, but I believe just as much in the power of simple, genuine human connection.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Toyae Liverpool

Toyae Liverpool

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who have been working in the field of Behavioral Health for the past 29 years.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Candice Tummillo

Candice Tummillo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a licensed clinical and oncology-certified social worker with a dual specialization in clinical social work and oncology, which positions me to support you through some of the most vulnerable phases of your life.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Abimbola (Abby) Olanrewaju

Dr. Abimbola (Abby) Olanrewaju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Millburn, NJ


I bring over 25 years of clinical and leadership experience to my work and am the founder of The Vine Health Services. I’m a doctoral-prepared, dual-certified Nurse Practitioner in both Family and Psychiatric care, which allows me to look at your health from every angle — mind, body, and spirit.

My approach blends medical expertise with empathy, offering integrative, functional, and faith-informed care (based on patient's preference) that supports the whole person. I believe that healing happens through understanding and partnership, and I’m here to walk alongside you on that journey toward mental and emotional well-being

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Haley Smith

Haley Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I strongly encourage you to embark on your journey toward mental health wellness, as this will empower you to live a life characterized by confidence and tranquility.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Vanessa Ming

Dr. Vanessa Ming

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe self-care is vital to one's ability to approach this thing call "Life." Together we will begin the journey to be at peace.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marylin Perez

Marylin Perez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that therapy should be a safe and collaborative space where you feel empowered to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Matthew Buragina

Matthew Buragina

Therapist

Virtual • Metuchen, NJ


My name is Matthew Buragina and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University. I have worked across various levels of care with children and adolescents, including inpatient, outpatient, and crisis settings. I have undergone additional training in the treatment of OCD and ADHD.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shelby Bauer

Shelby Bauer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Warren, NJ


“My goal is to help you identify and make positive changes to unhealthy behaviors and negative thought processes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Marian Mikhail

Dr. Marian Mikhail

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, My name is Dr. Marian Mikhail [Doctorate of Min., L.C.P.C. Advanced , PhD Clinical Pastoral Counseling, M.Div., LCMHC, LPC, M.A. Rel. Ed.]. I am a licensed therapist in New York, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Monica Fields

Monica Fields

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I create a space where you can feel seen, supported, and empowered to move forward in your life with clarity and confidence.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Naomi Noble

Naomi Noble

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • River Edge, NJ


“My approach is collaborative and solution-oriented. I seek to understand the root causes of distress while partnering with clients to develop practical, sustainable strategies that support healing, resilience, and growth.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, OCD
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vasti Cedeno

Vasti Cedeno

Therapist

Virtual • Teaneck, NJ


Vasti Cedeño, MA, MSW, LCSW, ADHD-CCSP, is the founding therapist at LifeWork Counseling in New Jersey. As a neurodivergent, first-generation, plus-size Latina, she champions radical acceptance. Her practice, catering exclusively to adults 25 and older, focuses on ADHD, self-esteem, trauma, and anxiety disorders. Vasti specializes in fostering self-love and healing negative body image issues, helping clients build healthier relationships with themselves.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Barbaros Dinler

Barbaros Dinler

Therapist

Virtual • Oakland, NJ


“I am fully engaged and present with the individuals I serve. I work best with interaction and dialogue.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allison Maury

Allison Maury

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m not your average therapist. My style is down-to-earth, collaborative, and real. I don’t believe in “fixing” you — because you’re not broken. I believe healing happens through connection, curiosity, and understanding your story in a new way.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cathy Ludwig

Cathy Ludwig

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chester, NJ


Therapy can be defined as anything that is done that moves a client toward health and wholeness. Healing requires movement. So, first, we’ll collaborate and determine how you’re stuck in your life. As human beings, we reach out to others for assistance when we’re frustrated and can’t see any options for ourselves in a particular situation. At that point, we’re feeling stuck...with obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors, with feelings that we don’t know how to process, or with a partner or job that’s unfulfilling.


Being or feeling stuck is the last place you want to be. Life is about movement...whether it’s backwards, forwards, up or down. Any kind of movement gets you unstuck and involved in the healing process.


Therapy helps you get unstuck and helps you discern and make conscious choices regarding a course of action.


I use a variety of treatment modalities to help you reach your goals depending on your openness and preferences. These include cognitive behavioral therapy, insight oriented therapy, hypnotherapy and past life regression. Together we decide which treatment option is best suited to meet your needs. Sometimes it's one of these options exclusively, other times, it's a combination of modalities.


My style is warm and collaborative. I'm active in sessions and give clients feedback. One of my goals is to give you something to think about in between sessions.


My post graduate degree from Seton Hall is an Ed.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy. I also have a Th.M. in Pastoral Care and Counseling from Princeton Seminary and a M.Div. from the Lutheran Seminary in Philadelphia.


If you have unproductive behaviors, fears, stress or relationship problems, therapy helps. The first move is to reach out for assistance.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Lawson

Lisa Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Professional licensed therapist, supporting adults with the depression, anxiety, and stress.

Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amina Nikocevic

Amina Nikocevic

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Growing up in a culture where mental health was often stigmatized, I saw how difficult it could be for people to openly talk about their struggles or ask for support. Those experiences shaped my passion for therapy and inspired me to help create a space where people feel comfortable, supported, and understood without fear of judgment.

In my work, I’ve had the opportunity to support individuals from diverse backgrounds who are navigating a range of life challenges. These experiences have strengthened my belief in meeting each person with empathy, patience, and respect for where they are in their journey, while helping them build on their strengths and move toward meaningful change.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Phillip Caruso

Phillip Caruso

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My training experience is heavily rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)... I'm being genuine, supportive and never judgmental.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Iris Abreu

Dr. Iris Abreu

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


Helping you live your best life, based on your own personal values. Together, we work to help assess obstacles to achieving your goals, and figure out patterns that may be getting in your own way. Sometimes these patterns are internal (e.g., self-defeating thoughts) and sometimes these may be external, and/or a combination.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aliyah Olion

Aliyah Olion

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Aliyah believes that the client is the expert in their own life and the purpose of therapy is to explore new insights, develop coping strategies and foster personal growth.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tristie Pritchett

Tristie Pritchett

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I have worked in the field of mental health for 16 years in a variety of settings including emergency rooms, mobile crisis, residential treatment, community homes, and adolescent transitional housing, and virtual based crisis work. In addition, I have also worked with the public safety (police and corrections) community. As a 1st generation Caribbean American, I also have ties to the Caribbean community and have provided clinical services to many members of the Diaspora.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allison Larger

Allison Larger

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have been working in the field of mental health for over 25 years. My time with individuals is to help process trauma and problem solve together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Franchesca Ali

Dr. Franchesca Ali

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hawthorne, NJ


I am Franchesca Ali (DNP, PMHNP-BC), a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing wholistic care to adults. I offer medication management and psychiatric evaluations. My practice specialties include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, ADD/ADHD, OCD, mood disorders, insomnia, peri-partum, college mental health, life transitions, and burn-out. I earned my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Columbia University, along with a Psychiatric Certification from Hunter College in New York.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Antanette Ringold

Antanette Ringold

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I will use techniques from Motivational Interviewing to meet you where you are and guide you to develop realistic actions to promote healthy change as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help you reframe your thought process to affirm...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Milius

John Milius

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hoboken, NJ


“My clinical experience currently includes but is not limited to counseling individuals and groups from a variety of backgrounds with depression, anxiety, identity and relational issues, spiritual conflict, life transitions, grief and loss, trauma,...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Imac Holmes

Dr. Imac Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My counseling style is warm, compassionate, and client-centered, grounded in a strength-based, non-pathological view of people.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Schneider

Nicole Schneider

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Northfield, NJ


“I personally know the struggle of daily stressors and can relate to most of my clients. I am a mother, I was a student, I am a worker, I am a human just like my client.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Trauma
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Reeves

Dr. Elizabeth Reeves

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I view therapy as an opportunity not just to work through difficulties, but to actively build the life you want to live.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Women's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jack Colyar

Dr. Jack Colyar

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My expertise encompasses the treatment of a broad spectrum of major psychiatric disorders, employing a supportive, empowering, and psychoeducational approach to treatment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving New Jersey

Number of therapists serving New Jersey
There are over 4,255 therapists in New Jersey accepting new patients.
4,255+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 77%Relationship issues
  • 73%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 51%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Russian
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 83%Woman
  • 16%Man
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 10%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Psychologist
  • 3%Substance Use Disorder
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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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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