Care without the wait

58 licensed therapists & providers in New Jersey—3 in Newark. Available as soon as today, in person and online

Therapy for every life stage

Our providers work with individuals, couples, families, & teens for anxiety, depression, grief, & more

#1 for in-network coverage

We accept UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, BCBS Plans, Humana, Aetna, & many more. Self-pay options available, no membership fees

Patients who get better

94% of patients feel truly understood by their provider. 3 out of 4 see improvement in depression & anxiety symptoms within 3 months

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1,176 people sought christian counseling help in New Jersey in the last year

Discover how starting christian counseling can support your own journey toward a happier, more fulfilling life.

Meet with a Christian counselor as soon as this week

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Christian counseling FAQs

What is Christian counseling?

Christian counseling in Newark is a form of faith-based counseling that utilizes psychological and spiritual techniques to guide and support. Often, Christian counselors often incorporate prayer and scripture-reading into treatment to help practicing Christians work through their challenges.

How does Christian counseling work?

Christian counseling works by focusing on themes of hope and healing through one’s faith. At Thriveworks, your Christian counselor will discuss Christian values and relate them to your unique struggles. You can expect to discuss the following with them:

  • Your Christian identity
  • Your relationship with God
  • What the bible says about your current challenges
  • How you can overcome your struggles in a way that aligns with your faith
  • How to channel your religion in a way that helps you heal

Is Christian counseling conducted in person or online?

Christian counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and via Online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does Christian counseling last?

Christian counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer. It depends on what challenges the client might be working through, the severity of those challenges, as well as other needs or preferences.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurance and we offer self-pay options too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Newark accept 31 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Aetna Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth Administrators

  • AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage

  • AmeriHealth New Jersey

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Open Access Plus New Jersey

  • Clover Health Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

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Self-pay costs at Newark
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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My therapist and willingness in the past to work with me on my schedule and also work currently with a flexible schedule so as not to create further anxiety. He goes out of his to accommodate my needs and not cause further duress and it is greatly appreciated.
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Hailee Sep 2025
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I appreciate Miriam very much. She's extremely knowledgeable, a great listener and a highly skilled mental health professional in all ways.
Kathleen Sep 2025
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It really helps me frame the situations I'm in and analyze what I'm doing so I can help myself and change the situation
Briannah Sep 2025
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Zoom meetings are very convenient and my rapport with my counselor is great.
Lidia Sep 2025
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Manny is a fantastic provider who is attentive, insightful, and caring. He is always flexible with times, gives great advice, and clearly cares about me as a patient. I am very grateful to have him.
Lavell Sep 2025
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Miriam Toledano and Jose Desiderio are absolutely amazing to work with. I would follow them to whatever practice they chose to work for.
Braeden Sep 2025
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The therapist and psych APN are wonderful. I feel like they really understand me and respect my feelings and needs.
Brynne Sep 2025
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She is very personable.
Avery Sep 2025
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Where to find us

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Address

290 Chestnut St Suite 217
Newark, NJ 07105

Getting here

Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Newark is located near Chestnut St and Adams St, off McCarter Hwy. It is right by Independence Park and close to the Newark Public Library.

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Phone number

(862) 500-4813
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Languages spoken by NJ providers

  • Italian
  • English
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Hours

Tuesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Thursday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Friday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Saturday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Sunday 8:00am - 9:30pm
Monday 8:00am - 9:30pm

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Tuesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 11:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Monday 8:00am - 11:00pm

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