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

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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).

About Living Optimally
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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.

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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.

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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.

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Individual Therapy

Tools for anxiety, mood, stress, and life transitions therapy with skills you’ll use between sessions.

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Couples Therapy

Communicate clearly, rebuild trust, and make aligned decisions online statewide or in person.

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Family Therapy

Improve patterns at home, support members’ needs, and create calmer routines with practical tools, virtual or in office.

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Parenting Support

Practical strategies for focus, routines, and connection at home and school.

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Join 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.”
Individual Therapy Client, NJ Grief & Life Transitions
“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.”
Couples Therapy Clients, NJ Relationship Counseling Clients
“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.””
Individual Therapy Client, NJ Anxiety & Life Skills Client

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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.

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