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Rajitha Pillai

Licensed Associate Counselor, LAC
New Jersey
Anxiety - Depression- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues- Stress management-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

Rajitha Pillai, (Raji) is a Licensed Associate Counselor with more than 13 years of experience in the mental health field, inclusive of experiences from India and in the US. She earned her Master of Science Degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from Monmouth University. Raji is a Clinical Psychologist, REBT Therapist and Hypnotherapist from India. She holds a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology and also has a Postgraduate diploma in Clinical and Community Psychology from India. She has worked in various settings including schools, hospitals and organizations in India. Professionally she has gained experience working with children, adults and families with a wide range of mental health and behavioral issues. Raji specializes in REBT therapy and uses Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, CBT techniques, ACT, Mindfulness, Play and Music therapy for her approaches. She is always interested in understanding human behavior and enjoys working with people - listening to them, their opinions, and knowing their perspective of life. She pursued this career path as she discovered it to be her passion - to make a positive difference in the lives of others. She believes in holistic healing thereby bringing out the feeling of what we all desire: ‘A life worth living’. Her goal is to bring out the best in you and help you to grow from your issues in a meaningful way. Raji likes to spend time with her husband traveling, watching movies, talking to her friends and being in nature. Raji loves to spend time taking care of her indoor plants. “We cannot choose our external circumstances, but we can always choose how we respond to them”....Epictetus


Message to clients

Are you feeling shy, confused, or frustrated not knowing whom to ask for help or how to share your feelings? Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells? Are you in search of a place that provides you safety as well as support to have a therapeutic relationship that will help you alleviate the symptoms in order to achieve your goals that may seem unattainable? Then please don't hesitate to contact me. I have experience working with mental health disorders, relationship issues, personality disorders and behavior problems.

I have worked with clients who have struggled with Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Grief, Couples, Parental issues, and other mental health issues with an age range from young children to adults, families and couples. I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches that include CBT, REBT, DBT, SFBT, and MI.

I enjoy spending time with my husband watching movies, gardening, and traveling. I hope to help you grow from your problems and to get back to the things that you enjoy in life. Raji is supervised by Angela Joven, LCSW


Licensure

New Jersey: 37AC00645800

Supervisor: Angela Joven(LCSW 44SC04699200)


Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Children (<12)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$185 (60min)