Trusted, Affordable Online Therapy
With Clinical Interns
Finding affordable online therapy can be challenging. At Mind by Design Counseling, we believe that everyone deserves access to therapy, regardless of financial circumstances.
Our graduate-level clinical interns provide low cost therapy without compromising high-quality mental health care. Our online therapy is available to teens and adults across New Jersey.
TRUSTED, AFFORDABLE, ONLINE THERAPY
With Clinical Interns
Finding affordable online therapy can be challenging. At Mind by Design Counseling, we believe that everyone deserves access to therapy, regardless of financial circumstances.
Low Cost Therapy With Our Clinical Interns
Our graduate-level clinical interns provide low cost therapy without compromising high-quality mental health care. Our online therapy is available to teens and adults across New Jersey.
High-Quality, Affordable Online Therapy in NJ
Meet the Interns Providing Low Cost Therapy
Ashlee Jacobs
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Ashlee is a social work intern who brings empathy and a practical mindset to her therapeutic work. Drawing from her experience in client support, she approaches each individual with care and a strong belief in the power of community resources and connection. Ashlee creates a space where clients feel heard and supported, meeting each clients evolving needs with compassion & thoughtfulness.
Jordyn Kaprowski
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Jordyn is a committed clinical intern and therapist-in-training who brings warmth, curiosity, and a thoughtful approach to her work. She focuses on individual counseling, supporting clients through grief, stress, and challenges related to adolescent mental health—all within a space that’s safe, supportive, and centered on each person’s unique needs
Michele Myers
Clinical Mental Health Counseling Intern
Michele is a mental health counseling intern with over six years of experience supporting individuals in educational, community, and justice settings. Her clinical approach is rooted in empowerment—helping clients reconnect with their strengths, navigate life’s challenges, and take meaningful steps toward personal growth. Whether working with teens or adults, Michele offers a grounded, supportive space where clients are heard, validated, and encouraged to define success on their own terms.
What to Expect From Affordable Online Therapy with a Clinical Intern
✅ Supervised Sessions:
Every intern consults regularly with a licensed supervisor to review treatment plans and ensure high-quality care.
✅ Collaborative Approach:
Interns may ask more questions to gain a deeper understanding of your needs.
✅ Opportunities for Feedback:
Your input helps interns refine their skills and improve their approach to therapy.
⚠️ Low Cost Therapy Through Our Pay What You Can Program May Not Be Ideal For Everyone
While interns are trained to handle a range of mental health concerns, they may not be the best fit for complex cases requiring advanced expertise.
Affordable Online Therapy: "Pay What You Can" Program
What is the "Pay What You Can" Program?
Our Pay What You Can Program allows clients to work with graduate-level clinical interns for therapy services. Instead of a fixed fee, clients decide how much they can comfortably pay, with no minimum payment required.
Who will I work through the "Pay What You Can" Program?
You’ll work with our carefully selected and supervised graduate-level clinical interns. These interns are completing their clinical training and work under the guidance of licensed therapists to ensure high-quality care.
Is there a minimum payment required?
No, there is no minimum payment. You decide the amount that fits your financial situation.
How do I choose what to pay?
Consider what feels manageable for your budget and reflects the value you place on therapy. We encourage honesty and transparency in selecting a fee that supports both your financial needs and our interns’ work.
Will my payment affect the quality of therapy I receive?
No, the quality of therapy remains consistent regardless of what you pay. Our interns are committed to providing excellent care and are closely supervised by licensed professionals.
No, there are no hidden fees or future obligations. The payment amount is entirely up to you.
What if my financial situation changes?
If your financial situation changes, you can adjust your payment at any time. Just let us know, and we’ll work with you to find a new arrangement.
How do I get started with the Pay What You Can Program?
Simply contact us to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll match you with one of our clinical interns and guide you through the process of selecting your fee.
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Why do you offer Affordable Therapy?
We believe therapy should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. This program allows us to serve a broader community while providing valuable training opportunities for future therapists.
How Our Therapy Interns are Supervised
Our internship program follows strict professional guidelines to ensure clients receive high-quality, affordable online therapy while helping interns develop their skills. At Mind by Design Counseling, all intern therapists receive:
✔ Weekly one-on-one supervision with a licensed clinician
✔ Real-time consultation on treatment approaches
✔ Guidance on ethical, legal, and clinical best practices
Universities We've Partnered With
We proudly collaborate with top universities to train the next generation of mental health professionals:
- Kean University
- Monmouth University
- New York University (NYU)
- Rutgers University
Low Cost Therapy Options
We offer the following low cost therapy & counseling services for kids 8+, teens & adults.
Anxiety looks different for everyone — from chronic worry to panic attacks. Our online treatment for anxiety in NJ focuses on real-life tools to help you manage anxiety where it actually shows up: in your day-to-day life. We use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure work, and virtual reality therapy to address not just the symptoms, but the cycle behind them. Therapy with us is practical, empathetic, and designed to empower you with the strategies that work for you.
OCD can feel relentless, but it doesn’t have to run the show. Through specialized treatments, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) with Virtual Reality, we’ll work with you to break down the barriers OCD creates.
Adjusting to life after childbirth can be challenging. We provide compassionate support for new parents experiencing postpartum mental health concerns.
Depression can feel isolating — but help doesn’t have to be. Our online therapists offer structured, supportive treatment plans you can follow from your own space. Whether you’re struggling with motivation, energy, or hopelessness, we meet you where you’re at, combining talk therapy with evidence-backed interventions like Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy or Emotion-Focused Therapy when appropriate. We believe in more than just coping; we help you reconnect with what matters most.
Intrusive thoughts can be overwhelming — but they’re treatable. Our specialized ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention) therapy is tailored to help clients reduce compulsions and take back control. Delivered online with the option of immersive virtual reality, our ERP approach gently exposes you to triggering situations in a safe environment while guiding you to resist old patterns. We also support “Pure O” presentations and complex OCD types with proven methods.
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Our Areas of Speciality
Therapy for Anxiety
Anxiety therapy is one of the most common reasons individuals come to therapy, and our expert therapists are ready to help you overcome anxiety and reclaim your life.
Therapy for OCD
Online therapy for OCD gives clients the skills to break from the patterns of OCD, employing proven strategies to overcome OCD & reclaim the joy of life.
Therapy for Depression
Getting therapy for depression may feel overwhelming, but our depression therapists are compassionate and effective in treatment for depression in New Jersey.
Therapy for Stress
Therapy for stress management will help you adapt how you respond to life’s challenges, allowing you to live with more peace, focus, and joy.
Therapy for Phobias
Online therapy for phobias helps clients manage and overcome fear and panic. Our dedicated team is here to support you on your journey to reclaim your life.
Therapy for Trauma
Trauma Counseling serves as a valuable tool for individuals struggling with symptoms related to PTSD & stress.
Therapy for Grief
Online grief counseling offers a space to understand and process your feelings, ensuring that whatever the source of your grief, you’re not navigating this journey alone.
Therapy for Teens
Online therapy for teens includes options for creative art therapies, VR therapy as well as traditional talk therapy for teens.
Our Therapy Approaches
Ketamine Assisted Therapy
Ketamine Assisted Therapy has been shown to reduce the symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and more.
Virtual Reality Therapy
Virtual Reality Therapy helps clients overcome phobias, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions by exposing them to their fears in a controlled, safe environment.
Expressive Art Therapy
Art can be a helpful support tool in therapy to help with communication, expression, mindfulness & grounding.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
CBT is present-focused, making it especially effective for those seeking tangible results.
Emotion-Focused Therapy
In EFT sessions, the therapist and client work together & the therapist assists clients in deciphering their emotions rather than imposing interpretations.
Exposure Therapy
Through exposure therapy, our therapists will introduce you to the very things that trigger your fear.
FAQ's About Low Cost Therapy in New Jersey
Where are you located? I need a therapist near me
We are fully online, which means that your therapy sessions will be help via video call on our HIPAA compliant Platform. Anyone in New Jersey can access our therapy services
How do I get started as a new client?
New Clients can reach out to us directly via call, text or email here:
Does my insurance cover my visits?
We provide”Courtesy Billing” for clients who are using the Out-of-network insurance benefits.
Our Insurance Page might answer your questions about your insurance information, cost and OON coverage.
What are out-of-network benefits?
Visits our FAQ About Insurance to learn more about OON coverage for mental health services. We can also check your benefits for you. When using OON benefits, patients typically pay the full cost of the treatment upfront and then file a claim with their insurance company for reimbursement.
Is Online Therapy As Effective As In-Person Therapy?
Online therapy is essentially face-to-face counseling, just conducted remotely. Studies show that tele-therapy is as effective as traditional counseling. Professional organizations and state governments recognize its benefits and have set regulations for it. However, like any therapy, its success in achieving your goals isn’t guaranteed. It’s important to discuss with your therapist whether tele-therapy is working for you.
How Should I Prepare for My First Session?
Showing up is all that you need to do! But if you really want to get the most out of session, it could help to take some time to think about what you want from therapy. It helps to write down your goals, questions you have or things that you feel are important to share.
Do you offer traditional talk therapy?
of course! though we have some unconventional therapy approaches, we are rooted in evidenced based practices. Talk therapy is a major player in the therapy room! See What we Treat and Integrative Services for more information
Is Virtual Counseling Suitable for Everyone?
Online therapy might not be as effective for individuals with chronic suicidal thoughts, severe trauma, significant mental health history, or those recently in intensive care. Such cases often benefit more from traditional, in-person counseling. We’ll help you decide if our online services are right for you during your intake and evaluation.
Can I Change Therapists If I'm Not Happy?
Yes, you can switch therapists to another provider within the practice, or we can provide you a referral if preferred. We want to ensure that your time and effort are well spent, and that you are getting the relief you need, that’s why we work collaboratively with each other in the practice, as well as outside therapists who we know and trust.
How Do I Know If Therapy Is Helping?
You should feel like you’re making progress. Signs it’s working include:
- Feeling comfortable talking to your therapist
- Your therapist respects boundaries
- You’re moving towards your goals
- You feel listened to
You’re doing better in life - Your self-esteem is getting better
What is your cancellation policy?
We ask that clients provide at least 24 hours notice in the event that they need to cancel to avoid the 50% cancellation fee. we understand that life happens and do our best to be flexible & reschedule.
What Geographic Areas Are Served?
Currently, we serve clients in New Jersey and are expanding to other states as telehealth laws evolve. While telehealth offers the convenience of attending sessions from anywhere, state laws require clients to be in-state during their session.
Is Online Therapy Easy to Use for Non-Tech-Savvy People?
Yes, it’s pretty simple to access sessions. You’ll need basic internet skills, such as opening and visiting the patient link sent to you via email. It’s similar to video chatting like Facetime or Zoom. We can also walk you through it on the phone the first time to ensure a strong connection
What Questions Should I Ask My New Therapist?
Feel free to ask anything. Some good questions are:
- How often will we meet?
- What do you specialize in?
- What experience do you have with my issue?
- What outcomes can I expect?
- How will I know I’m progressing?
- How long do you usually work with clients?
- How will we set my treatment goals?
What is the difference between associate therapists & fully licensed therapists?
Our Qualifications:
Our founder, Rebecca Sidoti, is a highly qualified, state-licensed therapist and supervisor with extensive training in anxiety related disorders and innovative treatment such as Ketamine Therapy. Mind by Design Counseling adheres to standards set by the our governing counseling boards.
To see each providers credentials, training and licenses, visit our “Meet the Therapists” Page to learn more.
- LAC/LSW are therapists who may practice clinical work under the supervision of a fully licensed therapist.
- LPC/LCSW are therapists who have completed the necessary clinical hours post-graduation under supervision and can practice clinical work independently.
