Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

5 Endorsed

256 Broad Street, Suite 2E, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

(973) 547-1350

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Couples therapy isn’t about fixing each other—it’s about breaking cycles that block progress and connection in your relationship. Therapy can be hard and messy, but where you are right now may also be hard and messy. If you’re both willing to be honest and vulnerable, therapy can become a powerful space for healing, growth, and real connection—where you can stop repeating old cycles and start building something stronger, healthier, and more honest together.

I blend practical tools with deeper insight work to help you shift unhelpful patterns and feel close again. I work with all couples, particularly LGBTQ+ couples and those navigating addiction or ADHD. I practice from a social-justice lens and engage in ongoing anti-racism work, mindful of my role as a white therapist.

I see couples in person in Bloomfield, NJ and via telehealth in NY, NJ, CT & PA. I’m part of Cultivate Therapy, an out-of-network practice—we check your benefits, explain how it all works, and submit claims for you. Most clients pay between $40 and $90 per session after deductible. I work Sunday through Thursday.

Call or Email Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples now for a free 15 minute consultation - (973) 547-1350

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cultivate Therapy

256 Broad Street

Suite 2E

Bloomfield, NJ 07003 map

(973) 547-1350

Hillside, NJ 07205

(201) 590-7397

Website

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, CT, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Addiction and ADHD

$200 Per Session

I see couples

I work with couples using a hybrid approach that incorporates accessing and sharing emotions through self-awareness and mindfulness.

Let's Connect (973) 547-1350

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cultivate Therapy

256 Broad Street

Suite 2E

Bloomfield, NJ 07003 map

(973) 547-1350

Hillside, NJ 07205

(201) 590-7397

Website

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, CT, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Addiction and ADHD

$200 Per Session

I see couples

I work with couples using a hybrid approach that incorporates accessing and sharing emotions through self-awareness and mindfulness.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $200

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Out of Network

We'll help you maximize your out-of-network coverage. My clients usually get 50-70 percent of their fee reimbursed after deductible. I will explain your insurance during our free consult call. Until then, use my free therapy cost calculator by copying and pasting this link HERE: bit.ly/mentayaEG

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Qualifications

Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Erika Kao

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SC06529700 Erika Kao

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 7 years

Attended Columbia School of Social Work, MSW , Graduated 2006

Additional Credentials

License: Pennsylvania Board of Social Work CW026479 / 2024

License: NYS Social Work Board 123144 / 2023

I'm licensed in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, and hold additional certification in mindfulness-based interventions and emotionally-focused therapy.

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

I'm licensed in New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, and hold additional certification in mindfulness-based interventions and emotionally-focused therapy.

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Marital and Premarital
Addiction
ADHD

Expertise

Alcohol Use
Anxiety
Bisexual
Body Image
Caregivers
Chronic Relapse
Codependency
Coping Skills
Drug Abuse
Family Conflict
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Substance Use
Transgender

As a couples therapist, I guide partners in building stronger bonds through effective conflict resolution and meaningful conversation skills. My approach fosters understanding and empathy, helping you navigate challenges and enhance your relationship with improved communication and mutual support.

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

5 Endorsements

Jennifer Blackstone

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C

Erika is passionate about working with couples. Her approach helps guide her clients to regain their sense of connection and partnership with practical, proven tools. Erika helps her clients to feel safe, while providing a nonjudgmental space.

Samantha Gennuso

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA

Erika Kao is a knowledgable clinician who creates ease from the very start. Whether you are dealing with ADHD, addiction or another barrier to peace of mind, she understands on a deep level and can help shift things for the better.

Evan Greenberg: Couples Therapy, Marriage, EFT

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LAMFT

Erika stands out with her empathetic, insightful approach, creating a safe, nurturing environment. Her warm, professional style fosters deep connections, empowering couples to overcome challenges, grow, and heal.

Alison Urban RPT™: Kids, Play Therapy, Parents

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT™

Erika is thoughtful & compassionate. She provides a safe and open space for her clients to feel heard and become their best selves.

Rebecca Walsman: Couples, Trauma, Pregnancy, Teens

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMSW, CCTP

Erika has wisdom, compassion, and a knack for tuning in to what clients need. She is easy to talk to and will help you feel safe. Her combined EFT and Gottman Therapy approach helps couples to resolve conflicts and build deeper emotional connection.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

Age

Adults

Participants

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Feminist
Gottman Method
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based

While I select treatments and interventions based on the couple and their individual needs and goals, I primarily function from a mindfulness-based perspective, drawing from emotionally-focused, attachment, and psychodynamic methodologies.

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Location

Primary Location

Cultivate Therapy

256 Broad Street

Suite 2E

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

(973) 547-1350

Email us

Website

Additional Location

Hillside, NJ 07205

(201) 590-7397

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, CT, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (973) 547-1350

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, CT, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

Erika Kao: Therapy for Couples

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (973) 547-1350

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