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Maggie McElwain

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

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Available both in-person and online
264 Newark Ave Jersey City, NJ 07302
Many of my clients strive for more relief, confidence, or stronger connection with their family and friends. Hi, I’m Maggie! I support New Jersey clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and neurodevelopmental diagnoses, and identity exploration. My role is to help you connect the dots and move toward a version of your life that feels more grounded and whole.
I help adults build stronger coping skills and build confident connections with the people who matter most. I offer a supportive space where trauma-informed and somatic therapy techniques help you feel safe and supported as you heal. It takes real courage to ask for help, and by doing so, you’ve already taken an important step toward change.
I’ll help you love with courage, heal childhood wounds, & transition with pride. I invite you to continue on this path and book your first session with me!
Take the first step to help. Call or Maggie McElwain now - (201) 560-4569

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Center for Hope and Renewal

264 Newark Ave

Jersey City, NJ 07302 map

(201) 560-4569

Center for Hope and Renewal

200 Connell Drive

Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 map

My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, ADHD and Depression 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (201) 560-4569
Photo of Maggie McElwain, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Center for Hope and Renewal

264 Newark Ave

Jersey City, NJ 07302 map

(201) 560-4569

Center for Hope and Renewal

200 Connell Drive

Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 map

My website
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, ADHD and Depression 
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Magellan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (201) 560-4569

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SL06518900 Maggie McElwain
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Ramapo College , MSW
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (201) 560-4569
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (201) 560-4569

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • ADHD
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Neurodivergence
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Women's Issues
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (201) 560-4569
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Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (201) 560-4569

Endorsement

Cathy Hong
Cathy Hong
Licensed Professional CounselorMAMEdACSLPC
Maggie is truly one of the best. She does amazing work with treating trauma, grief, ADHD, etc. She really cares for her clients and they all make amazing progress towards wellness. She is compassionate, empathetic, and very skilled. Highly recommend her!

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family Systems
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Maggie McElwain, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (201) 560-4569
Photo of Maggie McElwain, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (201) 560-4569

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Center for Hope and Renewal

264 Newark Ave

Jersey City, NJ 07302

(201) 560-4569

Additional Location

Center for Hope and Renewal

200 Connell Drive

Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922

(201) 560-4569
Photo of Maggie McElwain, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (201) 560-4569
Photo of Maggie McElwain, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Maggie McElwain
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (201) 560-4569