A safe space to actually be heard.
Supportive counseling by secure video from anywhere in New Jersey — extended 30–45 minute sessions, evening and Saturday hours, and a provider who takes time to listen.
Four things counseling can give you
Understanding Your Patterns
Insight into recurring thoughts, emotional reactions, or relationship dynamics that keep getting in the way — so you can see what's driving the cycle before working to change it.
Practical Coping Skills
Concrete strategies for managing anxiety, reducing depression symptoms, and handling stress.
Behavior Change
Identify unhelpful patterns and work toward changes that improve relationships and work life.
Long-Term Wellness
Build resilience and tools for maintaining mental health long after treatment ends, so progress holds up on its own.
Being Heard, Not Just Treated
Good counseling starts with listening — understanding what you're going through before offering strategies or trying to fix anything.
You don't have to do this alone.
Evening and Saturday hours mean counseling can fit around your life, not the other way around.
New patient? Register online to get started.
Practical Support, Tailored to You
Supportive counseling with Zainab Ali, PA-C draws on practical coping skills, mindfulness techniques, and problem-solving, tailored to your needs. When structured therapy such as CBT or EMDR would help more, we refer you to a trusted therapist and keep coordinating your care.
Unlike traditional 15-minute medication checks, our sessions are full 30–45 minutes — enough time for meaningful exploration, practical coping strategies, and a real therapeutic relationship. Counseling through our secure telepsychiatry platform is just as effective as in-person counseling, with equivalent outcomes for most conditions.
A wide range of mental health concerns
Depression
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, hopelessness, low energy. See depression treatment.
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety, phobias. See anxiety treatment.
PTSD & Trauma
Coping with trauma symptoms and managing triggers, with referrals for trauma-focused therapy. See PTSD treatment.
Life Transitions
Career changes, relationship issues, grief, and major life decisions. See grief counseling and adjustment disorders.
Stress & Self-Esteem
Work stress, burnout, negative self-talk, and building confidence. See stress management.
ADHD & Bipolar Support
Organizational strategies and mood regulation techniques alongside medication management. See ADHD treatment and bipolar treatment.
Combined With Medication Management
Many conditions respond best to counseling and medication together.
The advantage of our practice is that you receive both from the same provider — better coordination, one copay instead of two, fewer total appointments, and a unified treatment plan. Learn more about our integrated approach.
Counseling by Video
Counseling sessions happen by secure video, so you can join from home, work, or anywhere private in New Jersey.
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About Supportive Counseling
What does counseling with you involve?
Supportive counseling: practical coping skills, mindfulness-based techniques, and problem-solving, tailored to your needs and the condition being treated. We refer out for structured therapies such as CBT, ERP, or EMDR.
How often will I need counseling appointments?
Many patients start with weekly sessions for several weeks, then transition to bi-weekly or monthly appointments as they progress. We work together to find a frequency that fits your schedule and goals.
Can I get counseling and medication management together?
Yes — this is one of the key advantages of our practice. You receive both from the same provider during your appointments, meaning better coordinated care, one copay instead of two, and a unified treatment plan.
Is video counseling as effective as in-person counseling?
Yes. Multiple research studies show teletherapy produces outcomes equivalent to in-person treatment for most mental health conditions including depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
Does insurance cover counseling sessions?
Yes, we accept nearly every major insurance plan, including Medicare and Medicaid. Your copay is typically the same whether you receive counseling, medication management, or both during your appointment.