Erica Ali

Erica Ali

Certification in Cognitive Therapy

Verified by Christian Care Connect

Anxiety, Women’s issues, Stress, Self esteem, Relationship/Social Anxiety or Struggles

Accepting new clients · Accepting referrals · Offers telehealth

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

Clinician's Sex/Gender

Female

Handicap Accessible

No

Cities

  • Totowa
  • Clifton
  • Ringwood
  • Paterson
  • Mahwah

Counties

  • Passaic
  • Bergen County

ZIPs

  • 07430
  • 07011

Teleheath

Yes

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

No

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

Yes

Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position

Yes

Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session

Yes

Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?

Yes

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

No

Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment

No

Educational History

    • School:Nyack Alliance Graduate School of Counseling
    • Degree:Masters Degree

Years In Practice

12

License Numbers

    • Name:State License
    • Number:37PC0153400
    • State:
      • NJ

Professional Associations

  • American Psychological Association

Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?

Yes

Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?

Yes

Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?

Yes

Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?

Yes

Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?

Yes
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