Erika
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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Hi, I'm Erika. I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 15 years of experience. Over time, I've worked with many different people and challenges, and I developed expertise in a few areas that matter deeply to me.
I specialize in supporting people navigating cancer, healing from trauma, or anyone who feels quietly depleted by the pace, pressure, and sheer absurdity of modern life. You know the feeling: like you're supposed to keep grinding, performing, and pretending it's all fine while the world around you doesn't quite make sense anymore.
In each case, you're likely carrying thoughts you'd never say out loud. My job is to offer a warm, honest space where you can finally say them—no judgment, no pressure to be "fine."
In our first few sessions, we'll get to know each other, see if we're a good fit, and collaborate on goals that actually matter to you.
If there's a part of you that is tired of carrying this alone, whether it's fear, exhaustion, grief, or something you can't quite put your finger on, reach out. You don't have to continue grinning and bearing it. You deserve to feel supported and understood.
Call or Email Erika Ames now for a free 15 minute consultation - (848) 356-4358
Let's Connect (848) 356-4358
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Independence Blue Cross
- Quest Behavioral Health
- The Health Plan
- Out of Network
Erika Ames
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (848) 356-4358
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC06036900 Erika Ames
- License: Pennsylvania LCSW CW021196
Additional Credentials
Erika Ames
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (848) 356-4358
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Cancer
- Trauma and PTSD
- Anxiety
Expertise
- ADHD
- Body Image
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Depression
- Divorce
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Stress
Erika Ames
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (848) 356-4358
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing (CPT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Erika Ames
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (848) 356-4358
Location
Additional Location
West Orange, NJ 07052
(848) 356-4358