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Top family therapists in Jersey City, NJ

Navigate family challenges with compassionate providers in Jersey City who specialize in communication, attachment, and relationship repair. Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with 1,360 therapists ready to support your family's growth and healing journey.

Anay Vazquez

Anay Vazquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • West New York, NJ


“I speak both English and Spanish fluently, and I'm proud of my Hispanic heritage. I understand how culture, language, and life experiences can impact mental health...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Musa Ahmad

Musa Ahmad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • Newark, NJ


“I use psychoanalytic techniques to make you more aware of how the nervous system influences your behavior.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Schaune Gamble

Schaune Gamble

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • Newark, NJ


“I come from a diverse background which assists me while working with individuals, couples and families from different backgrounds, sexual orientations and religions.”
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
James Alfano

James Alfano

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Belleville, NJ


I’ve very open minded and calm. I try to meet my clients where they are and gain a better understanding of goals they would like to reach or areas of their life they may be struggling to cope with.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Walsh

Lauren Walsh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Ridgefield, NJ


“I use an integrative approach, meaning a variety of therapeutic interventions from different treatment modalities I'm trained in.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Chang

Joseph Chang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Little Ferry, NJ


“I prioritize validating my clients' emotions to establish rapport, as I believe that without a strong therapeutic relationship, no intervention can be truly effective.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jerry Fuller

Jerry Fuller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.7 mi away • Bloomfield, NJ


“My approach is a solution-centered session with an emphasis on using Rational Emotive Behavioral Training.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carl Perry

Carl Perry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Garfield, NJ


“I focus on creating a COLLABORATIVE environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges, develop insights and cultivate positive changes AT THEIR OWN PACE.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Nunn

Sarah Nunn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Clifton, NJ


“I believe life is hard, and every person deserves a space where they feel seen, understood, and empowered.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Pat LaVecchia

Mary Pat LaVecchia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Union, NJ


“I believe deeply in the importance of creating a safe space while also building a strong therapeutic alliance.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Virginia Njihia

Virginia Njihia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Maplewood, NJ


“My approach blends evidence-based care with deep empathy, ensuring each client feels heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alicia Walker

Alicia Walker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Montclair, NJ


“Change is scary. If it was easy- no one would need a therapist. It is my job to help guide you in making steps towards action.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Martin

Jacqueline Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Clifton, NJ


With over a decade of experience in the field of marriage and family therapy, Jacqueline Martin, LMFT, LLC is dedicated to providing compassionate, cultivating fortitude.

Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Viviana Villalobos

Viviana Villalobos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Union, NJ


“I have extensive clinical experience working with the Hispanic population. I have expertise in trauma focused therapy and evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents and adults.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Tucker

Jeffrey Tucker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Maplewood, NJ


“My ability to listen and reflect back is exceptional. I believe that asking open ended questions is the key to allowing individuals to process their thoughts and feelings.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sun Kim

Sun Kim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Fort Lee, NJ


“I try to provide empathy as well as to empower clients so that they can take the major role in their own therapy.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valerie Rawls

Valerie Rawls

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Cliffside Park, NJ


“I have been providing treatment services to young people with intellectual disabilities and ADHD for almost 20 years.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Physical health issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jungho Kim

Jungho Kim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Rochelle Park, NJ


“I specialize in working with children and adolescents, addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, school-related concerns, family conflicts, and behavioral difficulties.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Yannick Zebaze

Yannick Zebaze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Livingston, NJ


“I work with people from many different backgrounds and believe in listening closely to understand your needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sunil Patel

Sunil Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Robbinsville Township, NJ


“My approach is warm, open-minded, and solution-oriented. I view treatment as a partnership and believe in shared decision-making...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Abimbola (Abby) Olanrewaju

Dr. Abimbola (Abby) Olanrewaju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • 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

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Diane Bader-Anderson

Diane Bader-Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Springfield, NJ


“Empathy has no script. There is no right or wrong way to use it. It is simply listening, holding space, withholding judgement, emotionally connecting and communicating that incredibly healing message of "you are not alone".”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Iona Francis-Santa Cruz

Iona Francis-Santa Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Cranford, NJ


“I strive to create an open, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and emotions.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tracy Chung

Tracy Chung

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Dumont, NJ


“I specialize in non-judgmental and skilled manner with using active listening skill and cognitive behavioral therapy approach.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mia Howard

Mia Howard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Teaneck, NJ


“I integrate different psychotherapeutic techniques such as psychoanalysis, trauma informed, polyvegal, talk therapy, somatic therapy, LGBTQIA+ informed, mindfulness and yoga therapy, narrative, art, attachment and cognitive therapies as appropriate...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristina Pagan

Cristina Pagan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Paterson, NJ


“I'm direct when needed, supportive always, and focused on empowering you to recognize your strengths, build practical skills, and move forward with confidence.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Del Tufo

Laura Del Tufo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Fairfield, NJ


“I see therapy as a team effort. Together, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and what you hope to achieve.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Zoey Kyriacou

Zoey Kyriacou

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Mountainside, NJ


“My approach is solution-focused, emphasizing empathy and understanding of each individual's unique needs.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaime Elliott-Massimi

Jaime Elliott-Massimi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Ridgewood, NJ


“I have extensive experience treating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, and other school-related issues.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Devinder Mathaun De Infante

Dr. Devinder Mathaun De Infante

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Florham Park, NJ


Devinder Mathaun de Infante is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) with a New Jersey Social Work School certification (focused on executive functioning). She has been guiding clients in the addictions field towards recovery for over 15 years. Devinder has had a life-long pursuit of being of service to those around her and has excelled in treating substance use disorders and mental health.

Family issues, Cultural & ethnic issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghan Quinlan-Ilich

Meghan Quinlan-Ilich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Cranford, NJ


“It is important to provide a warm space in which clients can identify their strengths and reframe their negative thought patterns or self beliefs.”
Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Substance use / addiction, Women's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dina Araujo

Dina Araujo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Emerson, NJ


“Rather than focusing on "fixing" people, my goal is to empower clients to reconnect with their inner strengths...”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Anna Tivade

Anna Tivade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • New Providence, NJ


“My goal is not to "fix" you, but to provide a grounded and compassionate space where you can gain clarity, begin to observe your own emotional functioning, strengthen your relationships, and find a more centered path forward.”
Family issues, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Theresa Lewis

Dr. Theresa Lewis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Florham Park, NJ


“I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported throughout your healing journey.”
Family issues, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michelle Solino

Michelle Solino

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Madison, NJ


Are you an athlete or high-performer struggling with feelings of inadequacy? Do you battle anxiety or struggle with body image? Are you simply looking for happiness? I'm Michelle Solino, LPC, a licensed professional counselor in NJ, and CT specializing in anxiety, depression, eating disorders, disordered eating, and sports counseling.

Whether you're dealing with performance anxiety, body image issues, or life's complexities, I'm here to help you achieve well-being and personal growth.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Julia Hayward

Julia Hayward

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • New Providence, NJ


Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m passionate about helping people find strength, clarity, and balance in their lives. I’ve been working in the field for over twenty years, with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and parents through life’s many transitions. I’m a graduate of Columbia University, where I focused on working with children and families. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside clients from many different backgrounds as they work through both everyday stress and life’s biggest challenges.

I believe the structure of the therapeutic relationship can help people access their inner strengths and promote meaningful change. Therapy gives us space to pause, reflect, and make sense of how the different parts of our lives — our relationships, health, identity, and environment — impact our well-being. Together, we’ll sort through challenges, set realistic goals, and develop strategies that help you feel more grounded and empowered.

Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Abimbola Adetola

Dr. Abimbola Adetola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Matawan, NJ


“Through active listening, I deliver patient-centered, trauma-informed care, premised on an evidence-based approach, to achieve the best treatment outcomes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Timothy Conway

Dr. Timothy Conway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ


“My approach to counseling is grounded in Adlerian theory and integrates strengths-based, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, and skills-based strategies.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tara Moran

Tara Moran

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Atlantic Highlands, NJ


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, trauma-informed, and skills-based. I integrate evidence-based practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness to help clients better understand their...”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher Nackos

Christopher Nackos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Atlantic Highlands, NJ


“Early in treatment I like to let clients know that I tend to be pretty direct and ask a lot of questions; my perspective is that therapy is an opportunity to gain insight and applying that insight to help us to grow, making it a very active process.”
Family issues, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

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Find the right counselor for your family

Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in Jersey City, NJ

Finding family therapists in Jersey City starts with understanding what your family wants to address together. Family therapy can support concerns like parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, and communication across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare therapists, look for experience with your specific concern, such as family systems therapy, attachment-based therapy, parent-child work, or support for major life transitions.

In Jersey City, location and schedule can shape which therapist fits your family’s routine. Some families prefer an in-person office near home, school, work, or transit. Others use virtual sessions to make it easier for more family members to attend from different places. Session attendance may also vary by need, with the full family, caregivers, siblings, or individual members joining at different times. Before booking, read each therapist’s bio to understand their approach, who they typically work with, and whether they offer a free phone consultation to talk through session structure.

Therapy in Jersey City can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket expense before care begins. Headway helps you find family therapists in Jersey City who are accepting new patients, see estimated costs after you enter your insurance details, and compare virtual and in-person options. You can review bios, check availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.

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