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Top therapists in Plainfield, NJ accepting new patients
Find mental healthcare support in Plainfield, NJ across neighborhoods like Watchung Hills, South Plainfield, and Green Brook. Headway connects you with 4,249 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management, with sessions available in-person or virtually. Many patients save significantly on care through insurance coverage.
I'm Jessica Saraiva, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults, children, adolescents, and families. I currently serve as a school social worker and maintain a clinical practice providing individual and family counseling.
I hold my LCSW, NJ School Social Worker Certification, and a Certificate in Promoting Child & Adolescent Well-Being from Rutgers University, where I earned my Master of Social Work with a 4.0 GPA.
My experience includes supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relationship challenges, as well as helping children and adolescents with behavioral difficulties, social-emotional struggles, and school-related issues. I'm also bilingual in Portuguese, allowing me to serve clients in their preferred language.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself or your family, I'm here to help.
I have helped individuals sort through hectic times. If you need someone to talk to with and empathetic ear, then feel free to reach out. I am accepting new clients evening hours after 8:30pm cst for clients in Texas, New Jersey, Utah, and Iowa. I have an additional focus on Men's Issues related to Infidelity, sexual dysfunction, and sex/porn addiction. I provide a safe space to work through these issues.
Dorothy Rose Forgione is a highly experienced, dually licensed therapist with over 20 years in private practice and more than 30 years of clinical experience. She has worked across a wide range of settings, including Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), parole groups, and co-occurring disorder groups.
Dorothy has extensive experience treating a broad spectrum of mental health conditions, including Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizotypal and Schizoid Personality Disorders, Antisocial Personality Disorder, depression, PTSD, and all phases of addiction. She is also a co-occurring disorders specialist and advanced hypnotherapist. Her work spans individuals and couples, with a strong track record of successful outcomes.
Welcome, I'm so happy you are here :) Do you feel Stuck? Anxious? Overwhelmed? In a rut of Depression? Lost? Do you want a Christian-based approach that help you organize your thoughts + emotions, derive meaning from adversity, and bring forth your God-given purpose? Whether you are you new to scripture and or are seasoned in it, sometimes it can feel really challenging to apply the Word of God. That's where I come in.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) dedicated to empowering individuals through a strengths-based, solution-focused approach. As an African American woman in the field, I bring cultural awareness, authenticity, and compassion to my work, creating a space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. I specialize in helping individuals identify their inherent strengths and develop practical, achievable strategies for growth.
As a licensed mental health and addiction therapist with extensive experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges, I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, stress, relationship dynamics, recovery from trauma, and personal growth. My approach centers on understanding each person's unique journey, with a deep commitment to addressing issues such as social anxiety, generalized anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma, and recovery from addiction.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Plainfield, NJ
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 84%Stress management
- 70%PTSD
- 69%Trauma
- 100%Aetna
- 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 79%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 77%Cigna
- 64%Oxford
- 94%English
- 13%Spanish
- 6%Yoruba
- 3%French
- 2%Haitian Creole
- 99%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
- 72%Woman
- 28%Man
- 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 27%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 26%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 6%Licensed Psychologist
- 4%Substance Use Disorder
- 98%Individual therapy
- 35%Family therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
- 15%Couples 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 Plainfield, NJ
Searching for therapists in Plainfield starts with identifying the kind of support and clinical experience that match your needs. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or a life transition. As you compare Plainfield therapists, look for specialties, therapy styles, and populations served in each profile. Details like cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, couples counseling, or experience supporting young adults can help you decide who may be a fit.
Plainfield has local therapy options, but availability can vary by schedule, specialty, and appointment format. Virtual therapy can expand your choices across New Jersey while keeping care accessible from home. In-person sessions may be a better fit if you prefer an office setting or want a therapist near your commute. Before booking, review each therapist’s bio for their approach, session style, availability, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. These details can help you compare fit before your first appointment.
Therapy in Plainfield can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, confirm your insurance details, and see an estimated cost before you book. You can browse therapists in Plainfield, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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