Erica Ali
Certification in Cognitive Therapy
About
You may look strong on the outside, but inside you feel overwhelmed, worn down, or quietly carrying the weight of past hurts. Old wounds from family stress, betrayal, trauma, or painful relationships can linger, leaving you anxious, disconnected, or questioning your worth. Many of the women I work with are balancing careers, relationships, and responsibilities while longing for peace, clarity, and a space where they don’t have to hold it all together.
I’m a licensed therapist with over 12 years of experience helping women and couples heal, reconnect, and move forward with hope. I support clients facing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and life transitions. Whether I’m working with an individual or a couple, my goal is to create a warm, safe space where you feel heard, understood, and s
As a clinically trained therapist, I provide Christian-based counseling for those who want to include their faith as part of the healing process. My approach blends evidence-based practices like CBT with Christian principles, supporting both emotional and spiritual growth. Together, we’ll work toward greater clarity, stronger relationships, and meaningful, lasting change.
If you’re ready to take that step, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.
Provider details
Handicap Accessible
Cities
- Totowa
- Clifton
- Ringwood
- Paterson
- Mahwah
Counties
- Passaic
- Bergen County
ZIPs
- 07430
- 07011
Teleheath
Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth
- NJ
Psychosocial Evaluations (Non-psychologist psychotherapists)
- 60 min
Individual Sessions
- 50-60 min
Other Sessions
- Couples Sessions
- Telehealth
- Family Sessions
Psychological Testing
Ages
- Preteen (11-12)
- Adolescent (13-17)
- Adult (18-70)
- Senior (70+)
Special Populations
- Ethnic Minorities
- Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children
- Healthcare Workers
Talk Therapies
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Strength-Based
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Trauma Focused
Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement
Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position
Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?
- Solution focused approach
How direct is your approach with patients?
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient
Payment Methods Accepted
- Zelle
- Venmo
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Horizon
Do you accept payment plans
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
Educational History
- School:Nyack Alliance Graduate School of Counseling
- Degree:Masters Degree
Years In Practice
License Numbers
- Name:State License
- Number:37PC0153400
- State:
- NJ
Professional Associations
- American Psychological Association