About Ariana
Ariana Gordon is a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with eight years of clinical experience. She helps people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship struggles, and self-esteem concerns. Her work is practical and direct, focused on helping people make changes that improve daily life.
Ariana believes looking at root causes and past experiences often starts the healing process. She listens for patterns in how people think, feel, and communicate. Then she helps them try different ways of responding so difficult situations feel more manageable.
Her approach blends conversation and goal-focused strategies. She uses methods that help people notice unhelpful thoughts, set small achievable goals, and strengthen everyday coping skills. This gives people tools to reduce overwhelm and gain clearer choices about their next steps.
She also pays attention to how relationships and family history shape reactions. That includes issues like attachment, abandonment, codependency, and communication problems. Ariana supports people who want to understand these dynamics and develop healthier boundaries and connection styles.
Sessions are geared toward practical change and new perspective. People who value straightforward feedback, clear goals, and a focus on real-life results may find her style a good fit. The aim is to help each person move toward a more manageable, more satisfying life.
How therapy approaches translate to online care
Ariana commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in her work and these approaches adapt well to remote sessions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person, helping them feel heard and understand their own priorities. CBT helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors, which often leads to clearer problem solving and reduced distress.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with the person about symptoms, daily challenges, and goals, and together they will decide which methods to use and when to try something different. The plan is adjusted as progress and needs change.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the therapist's current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten travel time, and allow consistent weekly check-ins. It can also let a therapist and client practice new skills between sessions and track progress in real world situations.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Ariana help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship struggles, self-esteem issues, ADHD, and related topics like codependency and family of origin problems.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is practical and client-centered, blending goal-focused techniques with attention to personal history and communication patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience as a clinician working with a range of mental health and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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