

Find affirming mental health support in Jersey City with 1,100 licensed providers experienced in LGBTQIA+ care. Headway connects you with warm, open-minded therapists who understand your unique journey, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions.
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.
Dr. Claudette L Blake, DNP, APRN, MSN, PMHNP-BC, is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in psychiatry, oncology, correctional health, geriatric care, and healthcare leadership. Her broad professional experiences strengthen her clinical perspective and decision making. Together, your mental health becomes the priority.
Megan is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified School Counselor in the state of New Jersey, having experience if both clinical and school based settings. Megan received her bachelor’s degree in Administration of Justice from Salve Regina University and her master’s degree in School Counseling from Montclair State University. She is experienced working with children, adolescents, and adults, with a particular focus on issues relating to grief and that the LGBTQ+ community.
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Plainfield, NJ
I am compassionate, warm, patient and easy to talk to. I work with empathy and listen actively to your concerns. Blood works are drawn on site at the office.
I am an LCSW trained in relational psychodynamic theory as well as a variety of modalities that can help you go deeper and beyond traditional talk therapy. I am trained in hypnosis, trained through the IFS institute, Somatic Experiencing International, and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy through Naropa University. I have also been practicing yoga, meditation and energy work for decades.
Did you experience trauma in childhood or adolescence? Are you experiencing stress, anxiety, fear, or depression? Do you feel misunderstood by others, judged, or find it challenging to connect with others? Therapy is a safe place where you can understand yourself better and learn to cope with these thoughts and feelings, which may be interfering with your happiness, health, and relationships.
With over 25 years as a seasoned clinician, I bring a wealth of expertise to my practice. I've personalized my approach to provide therapy with sensitivity and care. I aim to meet each individual’s unique needs. As a family therapist in Middlesex County, NJ, I am committed to helping my clients achieve lasting emotional well-being.
Prior to opening my practice I worked in inpatient and outpatient settings. I've been in private practice for over 20 years. I work with patients of all ages, helping them develop healthier relationships and lead more fulfilling lives.
I hold a master's degree in clinical social work from the Wurzweliter School of Social work, NYC. I have also completed several post-graduate training programs, and have earned certifications in various modalities of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems therapy, Clinical Supervision.
I try my utmost to customize my approach to treatment based on the specific needs of my clients.
Hi there! My name is Alicia and I am a licensed counselor. The first step in reaching out for help is challenging, so give yourself some credit for making it here.
My goal in sessions is for us to work collaboratively and I can give you the tools you may need to become the best version of yourself. My areas of focus are in working with trauma, family dynamics, and eating disorders.
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
I am a licensed clinical Social Worker, and I have been in the field of social work and Psychotherapy for over 30 years. If you’re feeling anxious, sad or uncertain as to what to do to feel better I can help. Working together we will be able to uncover the issues of concern where you may be feeling stuck. I will assist you with developing healthy coping and decision-making skills to reduce and eliminate anxiety and feelings of depression. My therapeutic style is empathetic, supportive and engaging.
I offer individual, family and couples therapy and have experience working with clinical issues, such as trauma, depression, anxiety and sexual/gender identities.
I work with young adults, families, couples, transgender and other members of the LGBTQ+ community. and I am EMDR & Sex Therapy trained.


Headway makes it easier to connect with affirming therapists who understand your identity — from finding the right therapist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding an LGBTQIA+-affirming therapist in Jersey City starts with identifying a provider who has specific training or experience in identity-affirming care — not just someone who lists it as a checkbox. Look for a licensed provider (such as an LCSW, LPC, psychologist, or psychiatrist) whose bio reflects familiarity with topics like coming out, gender identity, minority stress, relationship dynamics, or navigating family and cultural expectations. Reading a provider's bio before booking can help you understand their approach and background.
Jersey City is one of the most diverse cities in New Jersey, and the LGBTQIA+ community here spans a wide range of cultural backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences. A provider who practices intersectional, culturally responsive care can make a meaningful difference. Many providers on Headway offer both virtual and in-person sessions, so you can choose what feels most comfortable — whether that's meeting face-to-face in your neighborhood or connecting from home.
Therapy in the Jersey City area can be expensive without insurance, but affordable options are available when you use in-network coverage. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. A free phone consultation is also available with many providers, so you can see if the fit feels right before committing to a session.
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