Contemplative Psychotherapy Therapists in Newark, NJ

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~ Welcome, I'm Alexandra, a Holistic Psychotherapist and Soulful Life Coach committed to helping you find balance, peace, and purpose in your life. - With over a decade of experience, I specialize in supporting introspective, growth-oriented individuals and highly sensitive souls to release anxiety, stress, depression, and emotional overwhelm. - My integrative approach holistically blends evidence-based psychotherapy practices with mindfulness, hypnotherapy, energy healing, and soulful life coaching, creating a compassionate and nurturing environment where you can explore your true self without fear of judgment. - I truly believe that every person holds the power to create positive, meaningful changes in their life. Together, we will uncover your inherent potential, build emotional resilience, and cultivate a consistent inner calm. - I am here to walk side by side with you, offering guidance and support as you navigate your journey. My goal is to help you confidently pursue your life's purpose and experience authentic harmony and fulfillment. - Investing in your first session with me is a powerful step towards your healing and transformation. This session will provide you with invaluable insights and tools, setting the foundation for lasting change and relief. - I invite you to take this wise step to invest in yourself and unlock the possibility of true inner peace and fulfillment. Book your first session today and begin your journey towards a more balanced and fulfilling life. Go ahead and reach out! I will walk beside you on this Journey! ~ ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!~

I have been a psychologist in trauma work for many years, thus I can tailor my approach to meet your needs. Different ages and developmental stages throughout the life span require differing approaches. People generally wait to start therapy until their symptoms are really bothersome. I am currently accepting new patients, with no waiting list.

Do you consider yourself spiritual, empathic, intuitive, creative, deep-thinking, or highly sensitive (HSP)? Do you sometimes struggle with emotional overwhelm, anxiety or depression? If you sense you have wounded inner child defense patterns from the past that block you from moving forward into the authentic self-expression of your needs and aspirations, I invite you into a therapy space where your originality, inner imagery, thoughts, and feelings can lead you towards greater wholeness, strength, and maturity.

Newark is one of the most economically and culturally complex cities in the northeastern United States — a majority Black and Latino city with deep roots in jazz, civil rights history, and a long experience of disinvestment — and its therapy community frequently addresses the intersection of systemic inequity, racial trauma, and the psychological effects of urban poverty. The city has a significant Portuguese and Brazilian community alongside long-established African American and Puerto Rican populations, and multilingual and culturally affirming therapists serve critical access roles in a city where language and cultural barriers remain significant. Rutgers New Jersey Medical School provides institutional training and resources, while University Hospital Newark anchors the city's clinical mental health infrastructure. Newark's proximity to New York City means some residents also access therapy across the Hudson, while a growing independent therapy community has developed within the city itself.

Gender ID

	62%	Female
	38%	Male

Session Type

	69%	Online Only
	31%	In Person and Online

Top Specialties

77%	Depression
77%	Anxiety or Fears
54%	Men’s Issues
54%	Relationship and Marriage Counseling
54%	Stress
46%	Loss or Grief
46%	Life Coaching

Ages Served

92%	Adult
69%	Young Adult
38%	Senior
23%	Teen

Client Focus

54%	Women
46%	Men
31%	LGBTQ+
23%	Buddhist
15%	Persons with Disabilities

Contemplative Psychotherapy therapists in Newark, New Jersey NJ

Marina Goldenberg

Skylark Somatic Therapy

Alexandra Vartosu

Nancy Hayes-Gary, Psy.D.

Shelley Klammer

Contemplative Psychotherapy therapists in Newark, New Jersey Statistics

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Accept insurance

Offer sliding scale