Monica Schiffman

LCSW (she/her)22 years of experienceNext available
5.0 (58)
Warm
Authentic
Humorous

Since I started practicing in 2004, I have worked with adults and adolescents, individually and in groups. In my 22 years of experience, I have supported many people on their mental health journey to rediscover their strengths, renew their motivation and learn new skills to live life as they want. Seeking therapy can feel scary and the first step can be challenging, but you're making the right choice to take the first step. Whether you're dealing with feeling overwhelmed, experiencing new transitions, or are a survivor of cycles of anxiety and depression, I'm here to help. I have worked with trauma survivors, supported parents through parenting challenges, and helped many find new ways to manage stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions and relationship struggles. You deserve a safe space to heal and grow. In our sessions together, I'll meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques so you can overcome the hangups and habits holding you back. Let's work together!

In both formats, I utilize a variety of coping and relaxation techniques; including, progressive muscle relaxation, EFT and cognitive restructuring.

I accept insurance plans as well as private pay clients. I am licensed in NJ.

First session

Our first session is the intake session. We will focus on you and identifying what you need. There will be questions, I will always take your lead to how the session progresses.

Strengths

Sessions are yours to explore and learn and I am the partner to help you do that. You will be in charge of identifying your goals and we will work together to reach your goals. Listening and interactive dialogues are important tools and such an important part of every session for every client I work with.

Ideal clients

Anxeity, Depression, Relationship struggles, stress and dysregulation

Location

Virtual sessions

Identifies as

  • White

  • Woman

Top specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Coping Skills

  • Depression

Other specialties

  • Family Conflict

  • Grief

  • Parenting

  • Peer Relationships

  • School Issues

  • Self Esteem

  • Trauma and PTSD

  • Women's Issues

Serves

  • Adults (18 to 64)

  • Elders (65 and above)

Licensed in

  • GeorgiaLicense CSW008119

  • New JerseyLicense 44SC05426200

Accepted insurance

  • Aetna

  • Aetna - ASR Health Benefits

  • Aetna - Allied Benefits

  • Aetna - Gravie

  • Aetna - Lucent Health

  • Aetna - Luminare

  • Aetna - Medicare

  • Aetna - Moda

  • Aetna - WebTPA

  • Aetna – HealthEZ

  • All Savers

  • Ambetter Health

  • Amerihealth Administrators

  • Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Independence Blue Cross

  • Independence Administrators

  • Arlo

  • AvMed

  • Braven Health - Medicare

  • Cash - $120 per session

  • Centivo

  • Cigna

  • Cigna - HealthEZ

  • EAP:Cigna

  • EAP:Evernorth

  • EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum

  • Evernorth

  • GTEB

  • Golden Rule

  • Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare

  • Horizon

  • Horizon - Medicare

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare

  • Humana - Medicare

  • Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

  • Kaiser Permanente

  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare

  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum

  • Optum

  • OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions

  • Oscar

  • Oxford

  • Surest (formerly Bind)

  • Tufts Health/Cigna

  • United Medical Resources

  • UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare

  • UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)

  • UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)

  • UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance

  • UnitedHealthcare Shared Services

  • UnitedHealthcare StudentResources

  • WellCare of Georgia

Reviews and ratings

5.0 rating (58)8 reviews
June 8, 2026

Monica is wonderful. I’m very excited and hopeful to continue sessions with her. I already feel validated and supported.

Verified client, age 35-44Review shared after session 1 with Monica
March 13, 2026

Monica made me feel comfortable right at the start of our session. I didn’t think I’d enjoy virtual sessions, but her personality and mine clicked right away. I look forward to next week!

Verified client, age 45-54Review shared after session 1 with Monica
July 29, 2025

She really just has so much knowledge and helpful ideas for me that are invaluable to my day to day. Thank you!

Verified client, age 45-54Review shared after session 5 with Monica
Schedule 60 min