Courtney Magahis

I'm a licensed clinical social worker based in Maplewood, NJ and the founder of canyons therapy. I can see clients who live in New Jersey, Texas, Connecticut, and Massachusetts. I am a recovering perfectionist, anxious mom, and lover of a slow-paced life. In session, you will find me casually dressed, warm beverage in-hand, and ready to hold space for your most imperfect self. Outside of session, I’m wrangling my young kids and doing my best to embrace our chaos. I enjoy being in nature, watching the latest documentary, and curating mood-setting playlists.

I specialize in perinatal mental health, working with anxious moms, perfectionists, and those navigating burnout. Together, we will explore what matters most to you, gently understand the parts of you that are overwhelmed or trying to protect you, and process the experiences that have felt too heavy to carry alone. My hope is to offer a warm, compassionate space where you feel deeply supported and where you can reconnect with who you truly are. I blend values work (ACT), Non-Violent Communication, parts work (IFS), and EMDR to support healing, self-understanding, and more easeful ways of living your day-to-day.

In the beginning of therapy, I focus on establishing trust and learning about your values. I want to get to know your most authentic self - even the hard, painful parts. When our sessions get rolling, I’ll combine a gentle, yet direct approach to support you in your goals. We will discover which negative self-beliefs are guiding the choices you make and replace those with values-based decisions. Hopefully, you’ll find inner knowing and peace throughout this process and we will move towards radical acceptance and self-compassion.