Parenting, Couples, Family & Individual Therapy in New Jersey, New York & Connecticut
Building stronger connections. Living more purposefully. Gentle support, honest feedback, and practical tools you can use between sessions.
Telehealth across NJ · NY · CT · In-person in Rutherford, NJ
Therapy that meets you where you are
At Living Optimally, we offer Parenting, Couples, Family & Individual Therapy in NJ, NY & CT available via secure telehealth and in person in Rutherford, New Jersey. We help you build balance, improve your mindset, and live more purposefully with evidence-based care and practical tools you can use every day. We also specialize in parenting support for ADHD and behavioral challenges, guiding families toward calmer routines, stronger connections, and lasting growth.
Where we serve by telehealth: Newark, Jersey City, Hoboken, Montclair (NJ); Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester (NY); Stamford, Norwalk, New Haven, Hartford (CT).
Who we can help
Support for anxiety, burnout, relationships, life transitions, parenting & ADHD, and grief through parenting, couples, family & individual therapy in NJ, NY & CT.
Anxiety
Reduce worry, calm your nervous system, rebuild confidence.
Relationships
Improve communication and repair after conflict.
Parenting & ADHD
Practical strategies for focus, routines, cooperation.
Burnout
Set boundaries, restore energy, feel like yourself again.
Life Transitions
Navigate change new jobs, moves, parenthood with clarity.
Grief
Process loss at your pace with steady support.
Care that fits your life
Personalized, evidence-based care for adults via secure telehealth, with in-person sessions in Rutherford, NJ. Clear goals, practical tools, and a calm, supportive approach.
Individual Therapy
Tools for anxiety, mood, stress, and life transitions therapy with skills you’ll use between sessions.
Book OnlineCouples Therapy
Communicate clearly, rebuild trust, and make aligned decisions online statewide or in person.
Book OnlineFamily Therapy
Improve patterns at home, support members’ needs, and create calmer routines with practical tools, virtual or in office.
Book OnlineParenting Support
Practical strategies for focus, routines, and connection at home and school.
Book OnlineJoin the Group Parenting Support Waitlist
Weekly 90-minute small-group sessions for parents and caregivers. Learn practical, evidence-based strategies, share wins and setbacks, and build calmer, consistent routines at home. Telehealth for NJ, NY, and CT. $50 per parent.
Getting started is simple
Begin online anywhere in NJ, NY & CT. Sessions are private, HIPAA-compliant, and easy to join from any device. We focus on practical, evidence-based care for anxiety, relationships, life transitions, and parenting & ADHD. Prefer in-person? Select Rutherford, NJ at booking.
Book a free consultation
Fill out the consultation form, select a free 30-minute consultation session choose a time that fits your schedule from any device, day or evening. You’ll get instant confirmation and reminders.
Complete secure intake
Fill out quick, HIPAA-compliant forms so we understand your goals, schedule, and preferences. We’ll verify insurance (in-network in NJ superbills for NY/CT) and confirm next steps by email.
Begin therapy care
Meet your therapist in a private video session from any device. Expect clear next steps, take-home tools, and flexible day-or-evening availability you can include a partner or family member when helpful.
Private • HIPAA-compliant • No travel required
Rates & Insurance
In-network in New Jersey (Horizon BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, TRICARE). New York & Connecticut billed out-of-network; superbills provided. HSA/FSA accepted.
Testimonials
What clients are saying about working with us compassionate care, practical change, steady progress.
“Dionne is an absolutely amazing therapist—and an even better human being. She helped me immensely through multiple losses. Her calm, caring presence and direct, honest guidance made all the difference. She truly cares.”
“Dionne has demonstrated a remarkable balance of fairness, directness, and empathy… Her compassionate listening ensured we felt heard and never judged… Her thoughtful questions encouraged meaningful self-reflection… We gained clarity and practical tools that strengthened our marriage.”
“Living Optimally has been exceptional. Dionne creates a safe, comfortable space, offers specific and practical feedback, and holds you kindly accountable. Sessions are well-prepared and engaging, scheduling is flexible, and the tools we practice have led to real, positive change.””
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Ready when you are
Real support for real life: compassionate therapy that helps you feel steadier day by day online throughout parenting, couples, family & individual therapy in NJ, NY & CT.

