Helen Raiani , LPC

Helen Raiani is a licensed therapist practicing in New Jersey with 20 years of clinical experience. She holds the LPC credential (Licensed Professional Counselor) and brings a steady, compassionate presence to work with people facing a wide range of emotional and interpersonal challenges.

Her practice focuses on conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, addictions, trauma and abuse, and relationship difficulties, while also supporting concerns like stress, grief, self-esteem, parenting, sleep and eating issues, and career or life transitions. Helen also addresses attachment-related concerns, abandonment, adoption and foster-care issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, codependency, and challenges related to intimacy and communication. She often works with clients seeking greater self-understanding, improved coping skills, and more meaningful connections.

Helen uses a holistic, adaptive approach that draws on evidence-based techniques and a respectful, collaborative stance. She creates a non-judgmental space where clients can explore patterns, build resilience, and develop practical strategies for change. Her goal is to help individuals gain insight, strengthen coping resources, and move toward more fulfilling personal and interpersonal experiences.

Integrating Therapeutic Approaches with Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to meaningful action. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and situations where motivation and life direction are concerns.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores relationship patterns formed in early life and how those patterns affect present-day connections. It can help with intimacy issues, abandonment concerns, parenting challenges, and rebuilding trust after trauma.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to change them. CBT is effective for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating difficulties, and many stress-related problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative exploration helps shape a tailored plan that can evolve as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing people to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage mobility or caregiving demands, and access consistent support from licensed professionals and therapists regardless of location.