Online Individual Therapy for Teens & Adults in New Jersey
Individual therapy gives you a private place to understand what you are experiencing, identify patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and learn practical ways to respond differently.
Conditions Addressed In Individual Therapy
At Mind by Design Counseling, we provide online individual therapy for adults and teens throughout New Jersey.
OCD
Anxiety Disorders
Panic Disorder
Phobias & Fears
Our online therapy for phobias and fears uses exposure-based therapy to dramatically reduce fear, anxiety and stress.
Depression
Individual therapy for depression may feel overwhelming, but our therapists provide compassionate and effective therapy specific to your needs
Postpartum Wellness
Perinatal and Postpartum individual therapy explores the unique challenges faced by new parents or soon-to-be parents.
Stress Management
Individual therapy for stress helps clients build emotional resilience and navigate difficulties with support and guidance each step of the way.
PTSD & Trauma
Individual therapy for trauma & PTSD focuses on integrating the body & mind to facilitate healing & effective symptom reduction.
What Is Individual Therapy?
Individual therapy involves meeting one-on-one with a therapist to discuss your concerns, experiences, relationships, emotions, and goals.
Some people begin therapy because they are experiencing clear symptoms, such as frequent anxiety, low mood, panic, intrusive thoughts, or difficulty functioning. Others may not have a specific diagnosis but know that they feel overwhelmed, disconnected, unhappy, or unsure about what to do next.
Your therapist can help you better understand what is contributing to these difficulties and develop skills that support meaningful change.
Individual therapy may help you:
- Understand your emotions and behavioral patterns
- Manage anxiety, stress, or low mood
- Improve confidence and self-esteem
- Set and maintain healthier boundaries
- Strengthen communication and relationships
- Cope with change, grief, or uncertainty
- Reduce avoidance and unhelpful coping habits
- Make decisions that reflect your needs and values
- Develop healthier ways to respond to difficult thoughts
- Feel more in control of your daily life
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Finding the Right Individual Therapist
The relationship between you and your therapist is an important part of treatment.
Mind by Design Counseling has therapists with different backgrounds, areas of exoerience, and levels of experience. We will consider your concerns, scheduling needs, and preferences when discussing available options.
You and your therapist will then discuss recommendations and decide what to focus on in future sessions.
Therapy is collaborative. Your therapist may offer observations, ask questions, teach skills, provide feedback, and gently challenge patterns that may be interfering with your goals.
The relationship between you and your therapist is an important part of treatment.
Rebecca Sidoti, LCSW
OCD | Anxiety | Phobias | Ketamine Therapy
Brittany Gomez
Anxiety | Depression | Trauma
Lyn Diaz
Stress | Anxiety | Trauma
Jamie Buis
Postpartum Wellness | Anxiety | Panic Disorder
Client Experiences with Online Individual Therapy
FAQ About Individual Therapy in NJ
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.