Anita Mariano-Ng

LCSW (she/her)15 years of experienceNext available
5.0 (7)
Empowering
Warm
Open-minded

Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in New Jersey. I received my Masters in Social Work from New York University and I have been practicing for over 13 years in the NY and NJ region.

My clients have expressed that one of my greatest strengths is creating a safe, accepting space, where they can freely share thoughts, feelings, fears, pains and goals without fear of judgement.

I strive to create a safe, affirming space for my clients to explore challenges, identify their strengths and find their way to happier, healthier versions of themselves.

First session

In our first session together we will start with brief introductions and then dive into what you are looking for in therapy. We will complete a psychosocial intake which will help provide me with some background, history of symptoms you have experienced and strengths as well as challenges you want to highlight. This will ultimately help us create an initial individualized treatment plan outlining the goals you want to work towards.

Strengths

My clients have expressed that one of my greatest strengths is creating a safe, supportive space, where they can freely share thoughts, feelings, fears, pains and goals without fear of judgement. In this environment we explore ways to mobilize your strengths towards areas where you want to grow, clarify challenges and obstacles, better understand you and your tendencies, and find creative, effective strategies to assist towards achieving your goals.

Ideal clients

I love working with adults of all ages who are looking to grow, willing to explore themselves, and open to tools to assist towards realizing their goals. My clients have often felt stuck, overwhelmed, and anxious around challenges or negative patterns they have observed and want to find different ways to move forward.

Treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have over 13 years of experience providing individual therapy, utilizing a strengths based approach within these treatment methods to support my clients towards achieving their goals. I specialize in assisting individuals with longstanding patterns of mood and/or anxiety challenges, depression, trauma, interpersonal struggles, and stress-related symptoms. I also work with individuals who more recently developed mental health symptoms that they want to work through.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

I have over 13 years of experience providing individual therapy, utilizing a strengths based approach within these treatment methods to support my clients towards achieving their goals. I specialize in assisting individuals with longstanding patterns of mood and/or anxiety disorders, interpersonal struggles, history of complex trauma, and stress-related symptoms. I also work with individuals who more recently developed mental health symptoms that they want to work through.

Trauma Informed Care

I have over 13 years of experience providing individual therapy, utilizing a strengths based approach within these treatment methods to support my clients towards achieving their goals. I specialize in assisting individuals with longstanding patterns of mood and/or anxiety disorders, interpersonal struggles, history of complex trauma, and stress-related symptoms. I also work with individuals who more recently developed mental health symptoms that they want to work through.

Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

I have over 13 years of experience providing individual therapy, utilizing a strengths based approach within these treatment methods to support my clients towards achieving their goals. I specialize in assisting individuals with longstanding patterns of mood and/or anxiety disorders, interpersonal struggles, history of complex trauma, and stress-related symptoms. I also work with individuals who more recently developed mental health symptoms that they want to work through.

Location

Virtual sessions

Identifies as

  • Asian / Asian American

  • Woman

Top specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Trauma and PTSD

Other specialties

  • Coping Skills

  • Life Transitions

  • Mood Disorders

  • Parenting

  • Perinatal Mental Health

  • Postpartum

  • Self Esteem

  • Spirituality

  • Women's Issues

Serves

  • Adults (18 to 64)

Licensed in

  • New JerseyLicense 44SC06332400

Accepts cash

$150/session

Reviews and ratings

5.0 rating (7)3 reviews
September 9, 2025

Anita is an amazing therapist. She loves what she does, and it's evident in how she shows up for her clients. In less than a year I have learned so much and grown drastically with her help, guidance, and understanding. Anita is extremely down to earth and compassionate. She reassures you of your own power, as well as providing useful resources to aid you in whatever you may be needing a little extra support/structure in. I would absolutely recommend Anita to anyone looking for a therapist.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 16 with Anita
May 12, 2025

Anita's style is the same that I would have if I were to be a therapist. She open our conversation with compassion and understanding. Which helped put me at ease to talk about my trauma and what triggers.

Verified client, age 45-54Review shared after session 1 with Anita
March 26, 2025

I have only positive things to say about Anita. To start, she made me feel very comfortable and safe to express my true feelings. She is very understanding, empathetic, and helpful. She was very thorough in her explanations as well.

Verified client, age 18-24Review shared after session 1 with Anita
Schedule 60 min