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How It Shows Up
It’s not always obvious, and it’s rarely about willpower.
Using as a Shield
Relying on alcohol, cannabis, or other substances/behaviors to wind down, cope with social anxiety, or quiet mental chaos.
Broken Promises to Yourself
Resolving to cut back or take a break, only to fall back into habitual patterns when stress mounts.
Relational & Emotional Friction
Hidden shame, secrecy, brain fog, and the exhausting cognitive load of managing substance use.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Identify the triggers, cognitive distortions, and rituals that sustain addictive loops.
How We Address It
Our team meets you where you are
DBT (Urge Surfing & Distress Tolerance)
Learn tangible, real-time protocols to ride out intense cravings without defaulting to automatic behaviors.
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
No labels, unsolicited advice, or forced timelines. We work collaboratively so any changes you make come from your own values, not outside pressure.
Reclaiming Agency
Whether your goal is total abstinence, harm reduction, or clarity on your habits, you will find an honest, non-judgmental space to build real coping mechanisms that last.
Meet The Team
Irena Moore MS, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCTP, CSTFP
Owner, Therapist, & Clinical Supervisor
"My work is rooted in trauma-informed, holistic care that honors the deep connection between mind, body, and spirit."
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Anika Davis, MA, EdS, LAC
Staff Therapist
"I aim to help you identify and gently challenge unhelpful thought patterns, build practical coping skills, and develop tools you can actually use in daily life."
Not Currently Accepting New Clients
Alexa Kearney, MA, LPC, ACS
Staff Therapist
"My approach is collaborative and practical, focused on both understanding the deeper roots of what’s going on and building skills that support day-to-day life."
Common questions
FAQs
Do you accept insurance?
We are in network with Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, UMR, Oscar, Oxford, Compsych, RWJ OneSource EAP, Curalinc, and USFHP. We are not in network with Medicaid or Medicare at this time. If we are out of network with your plan, a superbill can be provided for potential reimbursement through your insurance plan.
Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes. We offer secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth to clients throughout the state of New Jersey.
How long does therapy take?
Healing is not linear, and it looks different for everyone. Your journey is unique to you. We meet you where you are every step of the way. We assess your needs, strengths, and challenges and work with you to create a plan that will help you achieve your goals.
Wherever you are in your journey, there’s a place for you here.