- CBT techniques
- Client-centered focus
- Solution-focused steps
About Ariana
Ariana Gordon is a New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with eight years of clinical experience. She works with people who face anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship strain, addictions, low self-esteem, and anger. She emphasizes clear, practical steps rather than jargon. Sessions are meant to help clients notice patterns in thinking and behavior and try small changes that can feel manageable.
Her approach starts with looking at early experiences and how they shape current reactions. She talks with people about communication styles, emotions, and thought habits. That makes it easier to spot triggers and rehearsed responses. Then she and the client try ways to respond differently.
She uses techniques from client-centered therapy to keep the conversation focused on the client’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and test alternative ways of thinking. Solution-focused and motivational strategies are brought in when concrete short-term goals are the priority.
Ariana also incorporates existential ideas about meaning and direction when people are questioning their life purpose or feeling stuck. For those wrestling with addiction or impulsivity she includes practical steps that support change and reduce harm. Work often involves skills practice between sessions and reviewing what worked.
People who prefer straightforward, action-oriented work tend to fit her style best. She offers sessions in English and works from a professional perspective rooted in eight years of direct practice in New Jersey.
How her approaches translate to online work
Ariana uses client-centered therapy to focus sessions on what matters most to the client. That means the therapist listens closely, reflects back concerns, and follows the client’s lead on priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides tools to identify and test thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT is useful for anxiety, anger, and mood patterns that show up in daily life. Existential therapy can help when someone is questioning meaning, purpose, or long-term direction; it brings reflective questions about values and choices.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Ariana discusses options and adapts methods based on the client’s goals and preferences. She looks for what produces small, practical changes and checks in regularly to see what is helping and what needs to shift. This is a collaborative process rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online meetings can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow a shorter check-in during work breaks, or remove travel time. They also let clients try interventions and then report back quickly about what changed. The therapist will discuss which session arrangement best fits the client’s schedule and goals during the initial steps.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem, grief, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is practical and conversational. She combines client-centered listening with goal-focused techniques to try small, testable changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of professional counseling experience working with people on mood, trauma, addiction, and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in New Jersey and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her services?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.