Therapists in West Orange, NJ

Hello, I'm Alexandra, a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for helping college students and young adults navigate life transitions, anxiety, and stress. I understand the unique challenges you face, especially with the impact of social media and technology on your mental health. My goal is to help you reduce stress and anxiety, empower you to manage these challenges, and support you in leading a fulfilling life free of overwhelming pressures.
Hello, I'm Alexandra, a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for helping college students and young adults navigate life transitions, anxiety, and stress. I understand the unique challenges you face, especially with the impact of social media and technology on your mental health. My goal is to help you reduce stress and anxiety, empower you to manage these challenges, and support you in leading a fulfilling life free of overwhelming pressures.

"I am a relationship counselor." I help individuals and couples to have a great relationship. You know how some people spend a lot of time trying to make a relationship work and often find themselves feeling disappointed. What I know is that it is possible to find and maintain a special relationship that is satisfying. What I do is to help individuals and couples develop the key strategies to improve communication and enhance skills toward conflict resolution and more intimacy.
"I am a relationship counselor." I help individuals and couples to have a great relationship. You know how some people spend a lot of time trying to make a relationship work and often find themselves feeling disappointed. What I know is that it is possible to find and maintain a special relationship that is satisfying. What I do is to help individuals and couples develop the key strategies to improve communication and enhance skills toward conflict resolution and more intimacy.

There are moments when you need a friendly hand to walk alongside you through a difficult time. I am fully aware of the importance of having extra support that will facilitate and guide you to conquer and build resilience for the difficult moment. I have worked with children, youth, and adults with behavioral and/or emotional needs such as anxiety, depression, life transition, grief, trauma, relational issues, and stress.
There are moments when you need a friendly hand to walk alongside you through a difficult time. I am fully aware of the importance of having extra support that will facilitate and guide you to conquer and build resilience for the difficult moment. I have worked with children, youth, and adults with behavioral and/or emotional needs such as anxiety, depression, life transition, grief, trauma, relational issues, and stress.

I believe that everyone has the potential to live the life that they envision and I am passionate about helping you get there! I am accessible to my clients in person and via telehealth and I work with them individually to ensure that our goals are being met. Open communication and a comfortable environment are very important to me. Let's take the first steps to living the life you envision together!
I believe that everyone has the potential to live the life that they envision and I am passionate about helping you get there! I am accessible to my clients in person and via telehealth and I work with them individually to ensure that our goals are being met. Open communication and a comfortable environment are very important to me. Let's take the first steps to living the life you envision together!

I am an IFS, KAP, and harm reduction therapist seeing clients presenting with a range of mental health concerns including CPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, and grief. I help clients integrate difficult experiences by fostering a connection to inner healing resources. I am certified in Internal Family Systems (Level 3), Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KTC), Psychedelic Therapy and Integration (Fluence), MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MAPS/Lykos), and Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy, and over the past decade have been involved with MAPS' Zendo Project, helping people transform from challenging psychedelic experiences.
I am an IFS, KAP, and harm reduction therapist seeing clients presenting with a range of mental health concerns including CPTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, and grief. I help clients integrate difficult experiences by fostering a connection to inner healing resources. I am certified in Internal Family Systems (Level 3), Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KTC), Psychedelic Therapy and Integration (Fluence), MDMA-Assisted Therapy (MAPS/Lykos), and Integrative Harm Reduction Psychotherapy, and over the past decade have been involved with MAPS' Zendo Project, helping people transform from challenging psychedelic experiences.
I have been in practice for over thirty years and have treated people who have presented with a variety of concerns. I have worked with many clients with depression, anxiety issues, self esteem issues, PTSD and anger management. I am currently facilitating an anger management and general men's issues group. The men's group meets every other Wednesday at 7pm. I also conduct a group for middle school boys with social skill issues. This group meets every other Saturday at 9:15am. I have been a teacher, coach and have an extensive background in athletics. am a United States Air Force Veteran.
I have been in practice for over thirty years and have treated people who have presented with a variety of concerns. I have worked with many clients with depression, anxiety issues, self esteem issues, PTSD and anger management. I am currently facilitating an anger management and general men's issues group. The men's group meets every other Wednesday at 7pm. I also conduct a group for middle school boys with social skill issues. This group meets every other Saturday at 9:15am. I have been a teacher, coach and have an extensive background in athletics. am a United States Air Force Veteran.

Life can be challenging in the best of times. In these especially tumultuous times everything is harder, and it can become overwhelming to cope. You are here because you want to change…or maybe you just need a little help and support through tough times. Using an integrative, holistic approach I will provide you with the empathy and tools you need to feel and do better. You are in charge, you set the destination and the goals you want to achieve, and we try to get there together. I provide compassionate therapeutic support for children and adolescents, adults, couples, parents and families.
Life can be challenging in the best of times. In these especially tumultuous times everything is harder, and it can become overwhelming to cope. You are here because you want to change…or maybe you just need a little help and support through tough times. Using an integrative, holistic approach I will provide you with the empathy and tools you need to feel and do better. You are in charge, you set the destination and the goals you want to achieve, and we try to get there together. I provide compassionate therapeutic support for children and adolescents, adults, couples, parents and families.

Patients want a trusting relationship with a therapist in order to build a healthy environment that promotes healing. I pride myself on a person-centered approach geared to help patients identify their own problems and reach inside of themselves with guidance to create solutions. I feel we all have personal strengths, and if we harvest these strengths, we can be successful.
Patients want a trusting relationship with a therapist in order to build a healthy environment that promotes healing. I pride myself on a person-centered approach geared to help patients identify their own problems and reach inside of themselves with guidance to create solutions. I feel we all have personal strengths, and if we harvest these strengths, we can be successful.

Is this your first time seeking therapy or are you ready to try therapy again? I am a compassionate therapist who will meet you where you are. There may be many concerns that may be preventing you from taking this step, such as being worried about judgment, being scared of your own feelings, doubting that you can reach your goal. Whatever your worries may be, I understand them and will make sure to make this a welcoming, safe environment. One area that I will focus on are your strengths and use them as your tools to succeed in therapy. I believe that clients have the solution and I am here to hold your hand and walk your path.
Is this your first time seeking therapy or are you ready to try therapy again? I am a compassionate therapist who will meet you where you are. There may be many concerns that may be preventing you from taking this step, such as being worried about judgment, being scared of your own feelings, doubting that you can reach your goal. Whatever your worries may be, I understand them and will make sure to make this a welcoming, safe environment. One area that I will focus on are your strengths and use them as your tools to succeed in therapy. I believe that clients have the solution and I am here to hold your hand and walk your path.

My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or significant changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose and seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life confidently. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.
My ideal client is a young adult facing overwhelming life challenges. They might feel lost amid trauma, loss, or significant changes, even though they seem okay to others. They struggle with emotions like sadness and stress and need a safe place to talk, heal, and learn healthy ways to cope. They want to find peace and purpose and seek support to understand themselves better, grow, and face life confidently. They're ready to explore, heal, and become the best version of themselves, knowing they don't have to do it alone.

Let me introduce myself. I have been a psychologist for more than 35 years, specializing in autistic spectrum disorders working from school age though adulthood, and with couples who are struggling with spectrum related marital and parenting issues. I also treat behavior disorders, separation and divorce, school adjustment and refusal, social skills problems, and family relationships. As a former teacher, supervisor, program director, clinical director and as a psychologist, I have enthusiastically worked with children my entire life. I will treat your child with the care, attention, empathy and the respect he or she deserves.
Let me introduce myself. I have been a psychologist for more than 35 years, specializing in autistic spectrum disorders working from school age though adulthood, and with couples who are struggling with spectrum related marital and parenting issues. I also treat behavior disorders, separation and divorce, school adjustment and refusal, social skills problems, and family relationships. As a former teacher, supervisor, program director, clinical director and as a psychologist, I have enthusiastically worked with children my entire life. I will treat your child with the care, attention, empathy and the respect he or she deserves.

Seeking therapy for your child can be overwhelming and is important to work with a therapist who is collaborative and consistently available to parents. I specialize in play therapy with young children and psychotherapy for teens and I work with youngsters coping with chronic medical illness. My approach is creative, warm and accessible to all family members and I utilize a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral strategies, art therapy, sand play therapy and group counseling. I assist parents in becoming "on the same page" regarding their children and I help caregivers to review their own parenting styles.
Seeking therapy for your child can be overwhelming and is important to work with a therapist who is collaborative and consistently available to parents. I specialize in play therapy with young children and psychotherapy for teens and I work with youngsters coping with chronic medical illness. My approach is creative, warm and accessible to all family members and I utilize a variety of treatment modalities, including cognitive behavioral strategies, art therapy, sand play therapy and group counseling. I assist parents in becoming "on the same page" regarding their children and I help caregivers to review their own parenting styles.

Kelly is a Psychotherapist with a Master’s in Clinical Social work and a Bachelors in Psychology from Fordham University. Kelly specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Relationship issues, conflict, life transitions and LGBTQIA issues. Kelly will work with you using evidence-based practices to improve your life as well as develop insight into negative relational patterns. Kelly works from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems Framework.
Kelly is a Psychotherapist with a Master’s in Clinical Social work and a Bachelors in Psychology from Fordham University. Kelly specializes in Anxiety, Depression, Anger, Relationship issues, conflict, life transitions and LGBTQIA issues. Kelly will work with you using evidence-based practices to improve your life as well as develop insight into negative relational patterns. Kelly works from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems Framework.

If you are struggling with feelings of depression, relationship issues, marital stress, job loss, anxiety, or other life challenges, feel free to contact me. I am a warm, respectful, experienced clinician who brings 30+ years of practice in consulting confidentially with a wide variety of people. You will find me to be open and caring and my office a safe and inviting place to talk. I am most effective with people who are thoughtful and willing to look inside themselves.
If you are struggling with feelings of depression, relationship issues, marital stress, job loss, anxiety, or other life challenges, feel free to contact me. I am a warm, respectful, experienced clinician who brings 30+ years of practice in consulting confidentially with a wide variety of people. You will find me to be open and caring and my office a safe and inviting place to talk. I am most effective with people who are thoughtful and willing to look inside themselves.

Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, identity exploration, and emotional ups and downs. I specialize in helping teens navigate the unique challenges they face—whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, or the pressures of school and social life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are. I believe that with the right support, every teen has the potential to build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.
Adolescence is a time of rapid growth, identity exploration, and emotional ups and downs. I specialize in helping teens navigate the unique challenges they face—whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, or the pressures of school and social life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to meet each adolescent where they are. I believe that with the right support, every teen has the potential to build confidence, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.

Our mission is to provide social services to individuals and families in an environment that encourages dramatic personal change.
Our mission is to provide social services to individuals and families in an environment that encourages dramatic personal change.

Common feelings like "I don't feel heard" or "I can't seem to do anything right" are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, "My life is changing dramatically, and I'm unsure what to do next."
Common feelings like "I don't feel heard" or "I can't seem to do anything right" are expressed by the couples I work with. Individual clients feel overwhelmed and stressed, "My life is changing dramatically, and I'm unsure what to do next."

My Ideal client is a young adult, under the age of 35, who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.
My Ideal client is a young adult, under the age of 35, who may have difficulty with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjusting to new circumstances, stress, family strain, relationship issues, and cultural stress.

If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or lack of motivation, you're not alone. I'm here to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences. In our work together, we’ll explore your thoughts and behaviors, develop strategies to cope with challenges, and build resilience. My goal is to help you create positive change, gain self-awareness, and lead a more balanced, fulfilling life.
If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or lack of motivation, you're not alone. I'm here to help you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences. In our work together, we’ll explore your thoughts and behaviors, develop strategies to cope with challenges, and build resilience. My goal is to help you create positive change, gain self-awareness, and lead a more balanced, fulfilling life.

Adama Noni Pitts
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW, SIFI
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
“There is no time like the present,” John Trusler. So why not start now? As an experienced Licensed Social Worker, I am committed to helping preteens, adolescents (ages 10-17), millennials, and families decrease feelings of depression, anxiety, everyday stress, and family conflict. I am trained in evidence-based clinical interventions that I will use to fit your individual or families’ particular needs. I work with all ages of young people and families who have experienced trauma or challenging times in their lives.
“There is no time like the present,” John Trusler. So why not start now? As an experienced Licensed Social Worker, I am committed to helping preteens, adolescents (ages 10-17), millennials, and families decrease feelings of depression, anxiety, everyday stress, and family conflict. I am trained in evidence-based clinical interventions that I will use to fit your individual or families’ particular needs. I work with all ages of young people and families who have experienced trauma or challenging times in their lives.
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Nearby Searches for West Orange
- Bloomfield
- Caldwell
- East Orange
- Essex Fells
- Glen Ridge
- Livingston
- Maplewood
- Montclair
- Orange
- Roseland
- South Orange
- Verona
How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in West Orange, NJ
200+
Average cost per session
$180
Therapists in West Orange, NJ who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
90% | Depression |
83% | Self Esteem |
81% | Relationship Issues |
68% | Coping Skills |
67% | Grief |
65% | Family Conflict |
Average years in practice
13 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
73% | Aetna |
65% | Cigna and Evernorth |
61% | Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield |
How Therapists in West Orange, NJ see their clients
66% | In Person and Online | |
34% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
76% | Female | |
23% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in West Orange?
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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.