Our therapists offer help for LGBTQ+ issues in Jersey City, NJ

Alexander "Alex" Arici is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 4 years of experience, who specializes in the treatment of individuals experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, personality disorders, and more. He is passionate about serving the needs of youth and young adults, as well as any who are navigating the struggles of managing life transitions throughout middle and late adulthood.

Alex was able to complete a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Montclair State University. He is a former foster care youth with personal experiences of navigating "the system" with all of its ups and downs. His eclectic approach draws from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy (PCT), mindfulness, and motivational interviewing (MI).

Life is complicated and hard enough as it is with all its joys and hardships. Therapy can be a place for you to be and express yourself without having to worry about what anyone else thinks about you. It's a place for you to safely self-reflect and build the life you desire. Alex cares about your growth and well-being. Go online or give the office a call to start working with him: You'll learn the tools, techniques, and strategies that you'll need to navigate this thing we call life.

I am an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 16 years of nursing experience. I earned my nursing degree and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Delaware. Before becoming a psychiatric provider, I worked five years as an oncology nurse and 11 years in labor and delivery—experiences that taught me how physical health, well-being, and relationships are interconnected. I work with clients across the lifespan and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, substance use disorders, and co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions.

My clients seek medication management, therapeutic support, and practical strategies to feel better and function more fully in their lives. I work collaboratively to understand each person's unique needs, identify meaningful goals, and develop a treatment plan that supports their path toward lasting mental wellness.

My approach is compassionate and collaborative. I use evidence-based medication management and practical strategies tailored to your needs. I provide a nonjudgmental environment. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, women's health, and substance use. Together, we identify patterns, build strengths, and develop strategies for well-being.

Margaret Ginter is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has been practicing as an outpatient therapist for over 20 years. Margaret has experience with a variety of issues and diagnoses including anxiety (ie. general and social), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), depression, self-esteem challenges, trauma, addiction, life adjustments, relational and emotional issues, grief/loss, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.

Margaret's approach is warm, welcoming, client-centered, empathetic, and nonjudgmental, striving to help individuals heal and learn tools of self- acceptance and find power to move through adversities, finding inner resilience. She uses eclectic approaches from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, solution-based, and recovery/12-step ideology. Margaret’s dedication is evidenced by the commitment she makes to build relationships with her clients.

I am Noel Okon, MSN, PMHNP-BC. I began my journey as a psychiatric nurse in 1997, spent over two decades as a bedside nurse across diverse settings, and returned to school to earn my BSN in 2020 and my MSN in 2024, completing my PMHNP-BC certification that May. In February 2025, I transitioned to a psychiatric provider. I specialize in psychiatric evaluations, medication management, crisis intervention, and therapeutic support, with a particular focus on depression and anxiety. I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey. 

My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and patient-centered. I specialize in depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and stress-related conditions. My focus is on thoughtful medication management while helping clients understand their symptoms and options. Clients can expect to be active partners in their care, with plans adjusted as needed. 

Reaching out can feel overwhelming, especially when you have been carrying pain or anxiety for a long time. If you feel exhausted, stuck, or not like yourself, you are not alone. My goal is to meet you where you are with compassion and understanding. Together, we will build a plan that supports your goals. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Abe Clabby is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who specializes in treating relationship issues, workaholism, trauma, codependency, depression, anxiety, autism, and attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Abe spent the last 6 years at the Love Is Respect hotline and the National Domestic Violence Hotline, where he has seen the best and the worst that family and relationships have to offer. He is the author of "Cool Off the Burnout: Feel Better at High-Pressure Jobs".

Abe completed his master's degree in Counseling at St. Edward's University, where he earned a 3.7 GPA and spent an extra semester taking courses in marriage and family therapy. In postgraduate training like the Gottman method, Abe found what some couples do that makes them thrive. There are things that help with a partner, but they also help with our parents, our jobs, and our friends. Abe uses motivational interviewing in a client-centered way, empowering people to change the narrative and find an existential purpose for what they do and using the tools of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to get around the obstacles where people feel stuck.

Abe works with a lot of good-hearted people. They're compassionate and want to do good in the world and to help people they love. Caring people can be taken for granted, taken advantage of, and even hurt and used. They can be left feeling empty, unfulfilled, and unloved. But with the right mindset, boundaries, and self-care, they can be respected, appreciated, and live a life that they're proud of. Abe helps people care for others and in turn, care for themselves. With therapy, people can troubleshoot their troubles in jobs and relationships. Everyone has more options than they realize.