Therapists in Madison, NJ
Many of my clients carry unresolved childhood memories that interfere with the way they interact with others and view themselves. I work with clients to disentangle the way these experiences have held them back from fully living. I have helped clients navigate conception and the postpartum stages; parent in a way they feel proud of; identify defenses and develop healthy coping skills; create rich, fulfilling relationships; and gain the confidence necessary to advocate for themselves. I also work with clients who aren't quite sure what they want to get out of therapy and we figure it out together.
Many of my clients carry unresolved childhood memories that interfere with the way they interact with others and view themselves. I work with clients to disentangle the way these experiences have held them back from fully living. I have helped clients navigate conception and the postpartum stages; parent in a way they feel proud of; identify defenses and develop healthy coping skills; create rich, fulfilling relationships; and gain the confidence necessary to advocate for themselves. I also work with clients who aren't quite sure what they want to get out of therapy and we figure it out together.
I believe therapy should be collaborative, strategic, and grounded in where you are—and where you want to go. I show up fully: offering real feedback, evidence-based tools, and a partnership built on deep respect. No endless circling. No judgment. Just meaningful work that helps you reconnect with your inner wisdom and move forward.
I believe therapy should be collaborative, strategic, and grounded in where you are—and where you want to go. I show up fully: offering real feedback, evidence-based tools, and a partnership built on deep respect. No endless circling. No judgment. Just meaningful work that helps you reconnect with your inner wisdom and move forward.
Trauma often causes drama, but it doesn't have to be that way. If you're looking to settle your inner turmoil or have more stable, satisfying relationships, know that you have the power to learn new skills to make your life better. You are stronger and more resilient than you realize. The fact that you're here tells me you're ready to make a change. The first step can be scary and overwhelming, so if you're looking to ease in to a new way of being and doing, let's connect!
Trauma often causes drama, but it doesn't have to be that way. If you're looking to settle your inner turmoil or have more stable, satisfying relationships, know that you have the power to learn new skills to make your life better. You are stronger and more resilient than you realize. The fact that you're here tells me you're ready to make a change. The first step can be scary and overwhelming, so if you're looking to ease in to a new way of being and doing, let's connect!
Do you feel like life’s challenges keep repeating themselves, as if they’re trying to tell you something? Maybe you’re navigating conflicts, relational struggles, or an overwhelming sense of disconnection, and you’re wondering why these patterns persist. What if these difficulties aren’t random, but instead a call from a deeper part of yourself urging you to reflect and reconnect? Together, we can explore these messages, honor their meaning, and help you find clarity, connection, and a renewed sense of direction. I believe that healing begins in a safe, compassionate space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood.
Do you feel like life’s challenges keep repeating themselves, as if they’re trying to tell you something? Maybe you’re navigating conflicts, relational struggles, or an overwhelming sense of disconnection, and you’re wondering why these patterns persist. What if these difficulties aren’t random, but instead a call from a deeper part of yourself urging you to reflect and reconnect? Together, we can explore these messages, honor their meaning, and help you find clarity, connection, and a renewed sense of direction. I believe that healing begins in a safe, compassionate space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood.
Would you call yourself a people pleaser? Do you often feel responsible for the emotions of others? Are you trying to get someone in your life to make some changes or appreciate you more-but they won't and you try harder? Does it feel like your ability to feel ok is directly affected by someone else's mood? Are you so focused on the needs of others that you don't know what you want or need?
Are you starting to get resentful, angry, anxious or depressed because the harder you work, the worse you feel?
You may be OVERfunctioning in your relationships. What once helped you to feel secure, loved and connected isn't working anymore.
Would you call yourself a people pleaser? Do you often feel responsible for the emotions of others? Are you trying to get someone in your life to make some changes or appreciate you more-but they won't and you try harder? Does it feel like your ability to feel ok is directly affected by someone else's mood? Are you so focused on the needs of others that you don't know what you want or need?
Are you starting to get resentful, angry, anxious or depressed because the harder you work, the worse you feel?
You may be OVERfunctioning in your relationships. What once helped you to feel secure, loved and connected isn't working anymore.
Carrying the weight of painful experiences — whether from childhood, relationships, or other difficult moments — can take a toll. These experiences can linger, leaving you feeling anxious, disconnected, or overwhelmed in your personal life, at work, or in school. Do you struggle with racing thoughts, managing emotions, or finding ease in your interactions with others? Therapy can be a helpful place to make sense of things, and I offer a space that’s warm, reassuring, down-to-earth, and where humor is welcome.
Carrying the weight of painful experiences — whether from childhood, relationships, or other difficult moments — can take a toll. These experiences can linger, leaving you feeling anxious, disconnected, or overwhelmed in your personal life, at work, or in school. Do you struggle with racing thoughts, managing emotions, or finding ease in your interactions with others? Therapy can be a helpful place to make sense of things, and I offer a space that’s warm, reassuring, down-to-earth, and where humor is welcome.
Whether you are struggling with relationships, overwhelmed by parenting stress, or feeling anxious or depressed, I can help you gain valuable perspective and learn coping skills to better manage your own challenges and live your best life. As a working mother and New Jersey native, I am keenly aware of the pressures and stressors that teens and adults endure today, as well as the challenges associated with managing various roles. It’s important to find balance in caring for yourself and others, and to navigate the competitive environment we live in with greater ease and self-confidence.
Whether you are struggling with relationships, overwhelmed by parenting stress, or feeling anxious or depressed, I can help you gain valuable perspective and learn coping skills to better manage your own challenges and live your best life. As a working mother and New Jersey native, I am keenly aware of the pressures and stressors that teens and adults endure today, as well as the challenges associated with managing various roles. It’s important to find balance in caring for yourself and others, and to navigate the competitive environment we live in with greater ease and self-confidence.
Dr. Stacey Dobrinsky has over fifteen years of experience treating children and adolescents with OCD and anxiety disorders. She was a founding member of the McLean Hospital OCD Institute for Children and Adolescent program (OCD Jr.) and is the Director of Training for Anxiety Institute. Stacey specializes in severe, treatment refractory anxiety and OCD while utilizing a combination of exposure response prevention (ERP) and acceptance commitment therapy (ACT) in her treatment.
Dr. Stacey Dobrinsky has over fifteen years of experience treating children and adolescents with OCD and anxiety disorders. She was a founding member of the McLean Hospital OCD Institute for Children and Adolescent program (OCD Jr.) and is the Director of Training for Anxiety Institute. Stacey specializes in severe, treatment refractory anxiety and OCD while utilizing a combination of exposure response prevention (ERP) and acceptance commitment therapy (ACT) in her treatment.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Christine has over 10 years of therapy experience, utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and other approaches. She received her degree from New York University and is also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults for a variety of issues. These include depression, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, phobias, panic, anger, stress, insomnia, ADHD, autism, developmental delays, and work/home/school issues.
Sometimes what we are searching for already exists within us, we just need help finding it. In therapy I help you to reflect and reacquaint yourself with what you need to feel most alive. Through building self-compassion and mindfulness I can help you to feel more present in your life. My treatment approach combines active exploration and practical solutions to aid you in discovering an authentic and meaningful life. I will help you to highlight your personal strengths in order to better adjust to life transitions, improve relationships and better understand emotions/behaviors.
Sometimes what we are searching for already exists within us, we just need help finding it. In therapy I help you to reflect and reacquaint yourself with what you need to feel most alive. Through building self-compassion and mindfulness I can help you to feel more present in your life. My treatment approach combines active exploration and practical solutions to aid you in discovering an authentic and meaningful life. I will help you to highlight your personal strengths in order to better adjust to life transitions, improve relationships and better understand emotions/behaviors.
It's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at various points in your life. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you're experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction — despite attaining significant personal or professional achievements. Perhaps you're confronting situations, challenges, losses, or crises that you have not been able to resolve on your own. As a clinical psychologist, I can help you gain insight into the nature of your struggles, process difficult experiences, explore new possibilities and make meaningful changes that promote greater satisfaction in life.
It's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and discouraged at various points in your life. You may be feeling anxious or depressed. Maybe you're experiencing a sense of dissatisfaction — despite attaining significant personal or professional achievements. Perhaps you're confronting situations, challenges, losses, or crises that you have not been able to resolve on your own. As a clinical psychologist, I can help you gain insight into the nature of your struggles, process difficult experiences, explore new possibilities and make meaningful changes that promote greater satisfaction in life.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
I work with adults, including students, artists, immigrants, and people from the LGBTQ community. I am good at getting attuned to all parts of my patients. Together we can work on helping you gain a greater awareness of your inner life, including your energy, thoughts, feelings, conflicts, and your core beliefs about yourself and others. I want to help you challenge and change your unhelpful and self-sabotaging ways of thinking and behaving that tend to originate in the past and that can keep you stuck in the past and to replace them with healthier and more appropriate alternatives.
I work with adults, including students, artists, immigrants, and people from the LGBTQ community. I am good at getting attuned to all parts of my patients. Together we can work on helping you gain a greater awareness of your inner life, including your energy, thoughts, feelings, conflicts, and your core beliefs about yourself and others. I want to help you challenge and change your unhelpful and self-sabotaging ways of thinking and behaving that tend to originate in the past and that can keep you stuck in the past and to replace them with healthier and more appropriate alternatives.
Life is difficult and we are not supposed to know how to handle all that comes our way. Psychotherapy is one way to address life's difficulties. My work is with individuals, couples and families which includes a specialization in communication, relationship issues, shame, vulnerability, self-esteem issues, anxiety/depression, addiction and any barrier to fulfilling one's full potential. Families are systems that can heal, and change is always possible. I am a certified ARISE@ Substance and Mental Health Interventionist. I bring the experience of 33 years of marriage as well as raising five adult children to my practice.
Life is difficult and we are not supposed to know how to handle all that comes our way. Psychotherapy is one way to address life's difficulties. My work is with individuals, couples and families which includes a specialization in communication, relationship issues, shame, vulnerability, self-esteem issues, anxiety/depression, addiction and any barrier to fulfilling one's full potential. Families are systems that can heal, and change is always possible. I am a certified ARISE@ Substance and Mental Health Interventionist. I bring the experience of 33 years of marriage as well as raising five adult children to my practice.
Do you and your partner argue all the time? Do you feel a growing distance from one another? Is there a lack of trust because of cheating or not living up to commitments? For more than 30 years I've helped hundreds of couples and individuals build stronger and healthier relationships. As a licensed couples therapist and certified sex therapist I use a variety of proven techniques to help people solve conflicts, improve communication and ignite a spark in their sex lives. Together, we'll work to decrease anger, blame and defensiveness, replacing them with assertiveness, compassion and mindfulness. I work with diverse couples.
Do you and your partner argue all the time? Do you feel a growing distance from one another? Is there a lack of trust because of cheating or not living up to commitments? For more than 30 years I've helped hundreds of couples and individuals build stronger and healthier relationships. As a licensed couples therapist and certified sex therapist I use a variety of proven techniques to help people solve conflicts, improve communication and ignite a spark in their sex lives. Together, we'll work to decrease anger, blame and defensiveness, replacing them with assertiveness, compassion and mindfulness. I work with diverse couples.
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
Working in schools and foster care settings for years, Sam is an expert in child and adolescent therapy. He utilizes two of the leading therapies, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). With CBT, Sam helps clients change unhelpful thought processes and behavioral patterns and aids clients in bravely facing their fears. While with DBT, he helps clients learn better emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal skills. He is passionate about building connections and assists clients in finding strengths and skills within themselves to work through any struggles they might be experiencing.
I believe that every person already holds the tools they need to thrive; sometimes, they just need a safe and supportive space to access them. I take a strengths-based approach that invites clients to reconnect with their natural resilience and uncover inner resources to help them move forward with purpose. Rooted in both Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I will help you understand how past patterns, relationships, and experiences may be shaping your current challenges. Through this lens, we'll work collaboratively to shift unhelpful beliefs and create meaningful change in the present.
I believe that every person already holds the tools they need to thrive; sometimes, they just need a safe and supportive space to access them. I take a strengths-based approach that invites clients to reconnect with their natural resilience and uncover inner resources to help them move forward with purpose. Rooted in both Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I will help you understand how past patterns, relationships, and experiences may be shaping your current challenges. Through this lens, we'll work collaboratively to shift unhelpful beliefs and create meaningful change in the present.
Are you feeling stuck or challenged in your relationships—romantic, platonic, or familial? Are you looking for support in creating more satisfying connections that consider each person's wants and needs? Research consistently shows that the number one contributing factor to our happiness is the strength of our connections to others. This is why I have chosen to focus my work on helping people like you build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Are you feeling stuck or challenged in your relationships—romantic, platonic, or familial? Are you looking for support in creating more satisfying connections that consider each person's wants and needs? Research consistently shows that the number one contributing factor to our happiness is the strength of our connections to others. This is why I have chosen to focus my work on helping people like you build healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I support adult clients through a unique blend of traditional talk therapy, holistic energy modalities, and mind-body-spirit approaches grounded in both spirituality and health psychology. I believe that true healing happens when we address not only thoughts and behaviors, but also the deeper emotional, physical, and spiritual layers of the human experience.
My work is trauma-informed and I incorporate mindfulness, somatic awareness, and subtle energy practices to help clients reconnect with their bodies, release stored emotional pain, and find inner calm and purpose.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I support adult clients through a unique blend of traditional talk therapy, holistic energy modalities, and mind-body-spirit approaches grounded in both spirituality and health psychology. I believe that true healing happens when we address not only thoughts and behaviors, but also the deeper emotional, physical, and spiritual layers of the human experience.
My work is trauma-informed and I incorporate mindfulness, somatic awareness, and subtle energy practices to help clients reconnect with their bodies, release stored emotional pain, and find inner calm and purpose.
You've already taken a courageous first step. If finding the right therapist feels overwhelming, know that you don’t have to carry the weight alone. This helps move from feeling stuck to discovering meaningful, lasting change.
In a supportive, non-judgmental space, the challenges you face—from daily stress and relationship issues to anxiety, depression, substance use, or ADHD—are explored. Using over 35 years of experience, in a culturally sensitive manner, a partnership will be formed to uncover your resilience and guide you toward healing.
You've already taken a courageous first step. If finding the right therapist feels overwhelming, know that you don’t have to carry the weight alone. This helps move from feeling stuck to discovering meaningful, lasting change.
In a supportive, non-judgmental space, the challenges you face—from daily stress and relationship issues to anxiety, depression, substance use, or ADHD—are explored. Using over 35 years of experience, in a culturally sensitive manner, a partnership will be formed to uncover your resilience and guide you toward healing.
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Number of Therapists in Madison, NJ
100+
Average cost per session
$185
Therapists in Madison, NJ who prioritize treating:
| 98% | Anxiety |
| 94% | Depression |
| 85% | Relationship Issues |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Family Conflict |
| 68% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 70% | Aetna |
| 55% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 53% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Madison, NJ see their clients
| 75% | In Person and Online | |
| 25% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 87% | Female | |
| 13% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Madison?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.