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Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
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Joana Couto

Counselor, LPC, NCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
Pennington, NJ 08534
Not accepting new clients
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Often times we seek therapy because of struggles in relationships, adjusting to a new phase in life, uncertainty about the future, family stress, anxiety, & depression. You don't need to wait until you are in crisis to get help. Learning the balance between self-care & community care is a practice. Together we can explore different tools that can support you to work through emotions & patterns that may have happened in the past, but are playing a part in your desire to grow now. We don't choose what happens to us, but it is part of our journey to work through them. Our work together is to increase your choices and awareness.
Joana is a first-generation Portuguese American who works with diverse adults and couples. She is warm and nonjudgmental. Her therapeutic work incorporates Expressive Art Techniques, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, Gottman Couples Therapy, Narrative Therapy & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (mindfulness&distress tolerance). Also offering walk-and-talk therapy!
It is a privilege for me to be able to work alongside you toward your goals. There are many seasons throughout our lives and each one calls for different tasks and tools that we can explore together.
Call or Joana Couto now for a free 15 minute consultation - (609) 336-3012 x701

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Pennington, NJ 08534

(609) 336-3012 x701

Princeton, NJ 08540

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Life Transitions and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Currently unable to accept new clients

Pennington, NJ 08534

(609) 336-3012 x701

Princeton, NJ 08540

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Life Transitions and Relationship Issues 
$200 Per Session  
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $200
  • Couple Sessions $200
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Visa
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I will help you learn how to submit your superbills to insurance so you can receive reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits. I'll do this outside of our scheduled therapy session.
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
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I will help you learn how to submit your superbills to insurance so you can receive reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits. I'll do this outside of our scheduled therapy session.
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 37PC00834600 Joana Couto
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended The College of New Jersey, Masters
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Lighthouse Counseling & Sand Play Training Center, Sand Play Therapy
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Gottman Level 1 Training, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Emotion Focused Couples Externship, DBT training, 200-hour yoga teacher training specializing in restorative yoga.
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
"
Gottman Level 1 Training, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), Emotion Focused Couples Externship, DBT training, 200-hour yoga teacher training specializing in restorative yoga.
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Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Life Coaching
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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Now offering Ketamine-Assisted Therapy.
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
"
Now offering Ketamine-Assisted Therapy.
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701

6 Endorsements

Chiara Barone
Chiara Barone
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCLCADC
Joana brings a wonderful calming presence to all her interactions, and she is extremely knowledgeable. As a colleague I look to her for so many lessons and guidance through life and our practice.
Samantha Mackintosh
Samantha Mackintosh
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCACS
Joana is a top-notch, uber passionate therapist. When she is with a client, she is 100% present for her client to provide non-judgemental empathy. Bilingual, she loves being able to serve Portuguese-speaking clients, increasing treatment accessibility.
Kaylee Rose Friedman
Kaylee Rose Friedman
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPCCST
Joana is a compassionate and non-judgmental therapist who's work is also her purpose. She is constantly learning and improving her skills, she practices what she preaches, and genuinely cares about everyone she works with!
Gabrielle Falco
Gabrielle Falco
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWLCADC
Joana has extensive experience working with children, teens, families, and couples. She's not afraid to tackle the messy stuff with her clients, all of whom she holds with such compassion.
Jamie Hartman
Jamie Hartman
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Joana is an incredibly effective therapist, especially when it comes to treating children. Not only is she certified in play therapy, but she has a way of interacting and creating an alliance with kids that is unmatched by other therapists in the field!
Moya O'Leary
Moya O'Leary
Licensed Professional CounselorPsyDPMH-C
Joana is a fabulous and knowledgable therapist. She is trained in a diverse range of therapies that integrate creative expression and deep introspection for her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

I also speak

Portuguese

Age

Toddler
Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Queer Allied

I also speak

Portuguese

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Expressive Arts
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Integrative
  • Jungian
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Narrative
  • Relational
  • Sandplay
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (609) 336-3012 x701
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (609) 336-3012 x701

Location

Primary Location

Pennington, NJ 08534

(609) 336-3012 x701

Additional Location

Princeton, NJ 08540

(609) 336-3012 x701

Nearby Areas

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Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701
Photo of Joana Couto, Counselor, LPC, NCC
Joana Couto
Counselor, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (609) 336-3012 x701