Compassionate, Licensed Therapists in Westwood, NJ

Provided by the licensed clinical team at the Institute for Personal Growth – serving New Jersey since 1983.

At the Institute for Personal Growth, we provide individual, couples, family, and LGBTQIA+-affirming therapy for Westwood, NJ residents – in the office and online. Since 1983 we have helped New Jersey clients find clarity, healing, and hope, with our nearest office to Westwood in Jersey City.

Do you ever feel like you are simply treading water. You may be carrying a persistent low mood, sudden anxiety, or the weight of difficult experiences. If you have ever felt this way, please know that you are not alone.

Our therapists serving Westwood provide a safe, welcoming space to explore your thoughts and feelings while helping you find a way forward. No matter where you are on your journey – easing anxiety, repairing a relationship, or recovering from a painful experience – our team is here for you. Get started with an in-person appointment in Jersey City or a convenient online session.

We are proud to serve the Westwood community. Wherever you are in Westwood – near Westwood Avenue downtown, the Westwood train station, Third Avenue – or in nearby Washington Township, Hillsdale, Emerson, reaching us is simple, whether you visit Jersey City in person or meet by video.

Why Westwood Residents Choose, NJ

• Serving New Jersey since 1983 – one of the state’s longest-established counseling practices.
• More than 20 licensed therapists – LCSW, LPC, LMFT, and PhD-level clinicians.
• Nationally recognized LGBTQIA+ and gender-affirming care, including work with transgender and gender-diverse youth.
• AASECT-certified sex therapists on staff for intimacy and relationship concerns.
• Evidence-based methods – CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Gottman couples therapy.
• In person or online – visit our Jersey City office or meet by secure video anywhere in NJ.
• Most major insurance accepted, with reduced-rate options if you are paying out of pocket.

What therapy services are available in Westwood, NJ?

Our Westwood-area clinicians offer individual, couples, family, and child & teen therapy, along with LGBTQIA+-affirming care and sex therapy. Here is how we can help.

Individual Psychotherapy in Westwood, NJ

Individual therapy is a space that belongs entirely to you. In one-on-one sessions you can examine your thoughts, behaviors, and experiences in a private, supportive setting. From everyday anxieties to major life transitions, our Westwood therapists help you regain balance and direction.

Couples Therapy & Marriage Counseling in Westwood, NJ

Relationships are one of the most rewarding parts of life, but they can also be one of the most challenging. Couples counseling offers a safe space for you and your partner to reconnect. Using proven approaches like Gottman and EFT, we help couples improve communication, resolve conflict, and deepen emotional intimacy.

Family Therapy in Westwood, NJ

When one family member is hurting, the whole household feels it. Family therapy addresses the issues that affect the health and well-being of the family as a whole. Whether you are facing parent-child conflict, the effects of addiction, grief, or the challenges of blending families, our NJ-licensed therapists offer the tools and guidance you need for a more harmonious home.

Child & Teen Therapy in Westwood, NJ

Our Westwood therapists who specialize in children and teens build a welcoming space where young clients feel comfortable opening up. For younger children, we often use play therapy and creative techniques to help them process emotions and learn new skills. For teenagers, we provide a confidential space to talk about school stress, self-esteem, anxiety, and belonging – and we partner with parents to build strong support at home and school.

LGBTQIA+ Affirming Therapy in Westwood, NJ

IPG has been an LGBTQIA+-affirming practice since 1983 and is nationally recognized for its work with gender-diverse clients. Here you can be your authentic self and work through whatever you are facing. We also offer specialized care for transgender and gender-nonconforming youth and adults.

Sex Therapy in Westwood, NJ

Concerns about intimacy are far more common than most people realize. Our AASECT-certified sex therapists in Westwood, NJ, help with performance anxiety, mismatched desire, intimacy concerns, and sexual function. With compassionate, expert guidance, partners can improve communication and rediscover connection.

Do you offer online therapy in Westwood, NJ?

Absolutely. We know it can be hard to find time to come into an office, so we offer secure online therapy for Westwood residents. It is real therapy on your schedule – no commute required.

Treating the Root, Not Just the Symptoms

We look beneath the surface to find the roots of distress and build change that lasts. Reach out to our Westwood-area team for support with concerns such as:

• Depression & Mood Disorders: Find relief from persistent sadness, low energy, and loss of interest.
• Anxiety & Panic Disorders: Manage excessive worry, fear, and panic attacks.
• PTSD & Trauma Recovery: Heal from the impact of traumatic experiences with EMDR and other proven methods.
• Anger Management: Learn healthy ways to express and manage anger.
• Grief & Loss: Navigate the emotions of losing someone meaningful.
• Eating Disorders: Work with our specialized team toward a healthier relationship with food and body.
• Stress Management: Develop effective strategies for life’s pressures.
• Self-Esteem & Life Transitions: Build confidence and adapt to change – marriage, divorce, career shifts, or retirement.
• Addiction & Recovery: Get support to build a healthy, sober life.

How do I start therapy in Westwood, NJ?

Taking the first step is easy. Call us at 732-246-4183 or contact us online, and we will match you with a therapist who fits your needs – at our Jersey City office or by secure video. Most major insurance is accepted – see our insurance page – and reduced-rate options are available.

You do not have to do this alone.

A caring, licensed therapist is ready to listen. Choose in-person care in Jersey City or online – your choice.