Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

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4 Endorsed

West Orange, NJ 07052

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As a dedicated therapist with years of experience, I've helped many individuals successfully navigate life's challenges including reducing anxiety and depression symptoms, manage stress more effectively, transition more smoothly through life's changes, and understand and improve relationships. If your are feeling overwhelmed, struggling to find balance in your life, or a couple struggling to communicate effectively and find common ground in your relationship, I am here to help. My goal is to offer a supportive and empathetic space to explore, heal and grow while developing effective strategies for change.

I offer a personalized, evidence-based approach tailored to your unique needs. With my extensive experience, I can help you develop coping skills, enhance self-awareness, and foster emotional well-being. I encourage clients to take an active role in the process, helping them build confidence in their ability to navigate life's ebbs and flows.

I want to acknowledge the courage it takes to consider starting therapy. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, seeking clarity, or just needing someone to talk to, I'm here to support you and walk alongside you in your journey. Feel free to contact me when you are ready to get started.

Call or Email Jessica Balmir now for a free 15 minute consultation - (862) 288-7884

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

West Orange, NJ 07052

(862) 288-7884

$145 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

West Orange, NJ 07052

(862) 288-7884

$145 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $145
Couple Sessions $200
Pay by Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Allied Benefit Systems - Aetna
AllSavers UHC
Christian Brothers Services
Cigna and Evernorth
Confide Enhanced EAP
Health Plans, Inc.
Health Scope - Aetna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Meritain Health
Nippon
Optum
Optum Live & Work Well EAP
Oscar Health
Oxford
Surest
Trustmark Health Benefits
Trustmark Small Business
UHC Student Resources
United Healthcare Global
United Medical Resources (UMR)
Out of Network

I am in-network with various insurances in NY, NJ, MA, TN and OK. I also work with those clients that have out-of-network benefits helping them with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37FI00196400 Jessica Balmir
In Practice for 12 Years
Certificate from Evergreen Certifications - Certified Clinical Telemental Health Provider (CTMH) Certification 158173 / 2022
Certificate from Evergreen Certifications - Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Certification 790828 / 2022

I hold certification as a Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP) and I have specialized training in Exposure Response Prevention, being one of the preferred treatments for OCD. I hold AAMFT Clinical Fellow designation with the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anxiety
Bisexual
Coping Skills
Depression
Divorce
Lesbian
LGBTQ+
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Mood Disorders
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Relationship Issues
Self Esteem
Stress
Women's Issues

I work with clients struggling with stress from daily life and relationships, in addition to ADHD, anxiety, depression, and trauma. In our initial sessions, we'll explore your concerns and develop a tailored treatment plan. My approach aims for gradual symptom relief within the first month, leading to sustained improvement. Together, we'll help you regain control and enhance your quality of life.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

4 Endorsements

Kalliopi Cabarcas

Counselor, LMHC

Jessica is not only incredibly skilled as a clinician, she is also compassionate and truly dedicated to her clients. She has the ability to integrate the use of evidence based practices with empathy, warmth and understanding.

Melissa Dowd - Offering A Modern Approach To Therapy

Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT

Jessica is compassionate, insightful and possesses a diverse set of skills to support the unique needs of her clients. She is incredibly passionate about helping others and uses her clinical expertise to help her clients reach their therapy goals.

Swapna Vaidya

Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA, FACLP

I have had the opportunity to work with Jessica - Her skills , compassion , insight into each case was very impressive. I loved to collaborate with her on complex cases . I highly recommend her . She truly excels in her craft and I highly recommend her.

Elie Berdy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Jessica is a great therapist. She relates well with her clients and tries to give them perspective. She is amazing at helping clients reach their goals and challenges them to do the work that will help them be successful in life! An Amazing Colleague!

Client Focus

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Integrative
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Person-Centered
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Strength-Based

I often use an eclectic approach in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress. For example, with CBT, we'll examine how your thoughts impact your emotions and experiences. Together, we'll work on techniques to challenge and change those thoughts, leading to improved feelings and well-being.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

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West Orange, NJ 07052

(862) 288-7884

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Call for a free consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH

Call for a free consultation now - (862) 288-7884

Jessica Balmir

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCATP, CCTP, CTMH