Video and phone sessions across New Jersey, New York & Florida, and in-person therapy in Hoboken, NJ.
Maybe your schedule doesn't leave room for a weekly commute. Maybe you live in New York or Florida, or somewhere in New Jersey that's a long way from Hoboken. Or maybe you'd simply rather talk with a therapist from your own couch. Whatever the reason, for online therapy, NJ, NY, and FL clients turn to Anchor Therapy for the same licensed team and the same quality of care without needing to leave home.
Online therapy is a way to meet with a licensed therapist through secure video or phone instead of coming into an office. Our licensed team holds LCSW, LPC, and LAC credentials, and many of our therapists have advanced training in specific therapeutic methods. You can meet with us in person at our downtown Hoboken office, or connect through secure video or phone from anywhere in New Jersey, New York, or Florida.
Reach out by filling out the form at the bottom of this page to start online therapy with one of our licensed therapists.
Online therapy, also called telehealth or teletherapy, is mental health counseling delivered through secure video or phone instead of an in-office visit. You meet with the same licensed therapist, at the same scheduled time, using a HIPAA-compliant platform. Research shows it works as well as in-person care for most concerns, including anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.
The term covers a couple of different formats. Some clients meet by video, seeing their therapist face-to-face on a screen. Others prefer phone sessions, especially once they've built a relationship with their therapist. Either way, sessions are scheduled, confidential, and structured the same way an in-person appointment would be.
Teletherapy vs. in-person
Many people wait longer than they need to before trying telehealth. If a few of these sound familiar, online therapy can help:
The most common reason clients choose online therapy is time. A session that would otherwise take an hour round-trip becomes something you fit between meetings, during a lunch break, or after the kids are in bed. That saved time adds up over months of consistent care.
Online therapy also opens up more scheduling options. Because your therapist isn't tied to a single office, video and phone sessions can work around travel, irregular shifts, or a household with more than one schedule to manage. You can keep your appointment even on a day an in-person visit wouldn't have been possible.
Telehealth also closes real gaps in access. If you don't drive, live outside Hudson County, or manage a health condition that makes travel difficult, video sessions put the same licensed care within reach. Research from the American Psychological Association has found that video and phone therapy work as well as in-person sessions for depression, anxiety, and adjustment-related concerns, with comparable outcomes across most conditions studied.
Online therapy also means your care doesn't have to restart if your life changes. If you move within New Jersey, New York, or Florida, or simply can't make it into Hoboken during a busy season, you can keep working with the same therapist instead of starting over with someone new.
In our work with clients across New Jersey, New York, and Florida, we've noticed something simple. Consistency matters more than format. Clients who keep a weekly session, on video, by phone, or in our Hoboken office, tend to make steadier progress than those waiting for the "right" way to start.
Your first session works the same, whether it's on video, phone, or in person. Your therapist will ask what brought you in and what you're hoping to work on. There's no pressure to share everything right away. The confidentiality standards are the same as an in-person visit, so what you share stays private, no matter whether it's on screen or in the room.
At Anchor Therapy, we offer two ways to meet online.
Video sessions run through Google Meet, a secure platform that's HIPAA-compliant through our business account and complimentary for you to use. All you need is a phone, tablet, or computer with an internet or data connection. We send a link directly to the video chat ahead of your appointment, and sessions start and end on time, just like an in-person visit.
Phone sessions work a bit differently, since you and your therapist can't see each other's body language. We usually recommend starting with a video or in-person intake session, then switching to phone whenever it suits you. Some clients find it's actually easier to open up without a screen in front of them.
You can switch between in-person, video, and phone sessions whenever it fits your life. Many clients mix all three depending on the week.
If you run into a technical hiccup, a dropped connection or a link that won't load, just call or email your therapist and they'll get you reconnected. It happens occasionally, and it doesn't count against your session. Most clients find that after the first appointment or two, logging on becomes as routine as walking into an office.
You don't have to choose between getting help and fitting it into your life.
Get startedMost of our online therapy clients are individual adults working through anxiety, depression, life transitions, or everyday stress. Video and phone sessions let you keep the same consistent therapist even when work, travel, or family life would otherwise get in the way. For a closer look at individual therapy at our Hoboken office, visit our adult counseling page.
Couples across New Jersey, New York, and Florida also use online sessions to work through communication, trust, and connection without needing to be in the same room as their therapist. Learn more on our couples counseling page.
Family therapy over video makes it easier to get everyone into the same session, even when family members live in different homes or different states. Visit our family counseling page to learn more.
We typically recommend in-person sessions for children age ten and younger, though many older children do well over video, especially with a parent nearby. Learn more on our child counseling page. Teens, who are already comfortable video-calling friends, often find online sessions more natural than sitting in an unfamiliar office. Our teen counseling page has more on what that looks like.
It's normal for the first session or two to feel a little different than you expected. That settles quickly, and the work is the same, whether you're in our Hoboken office or logging in from three states away.
We provide online therapy to residents of New Jersey, New York, and Florida, along with in-person sessions at our office in downtown Hoboken. Many of the clients we see come from Hoboken and nearby Hudson County towns like Jersey City, Weehawken, and Union City, along with New Yorkers who take the quick PATH train from Manhattan to our office. Wherever you're located within New Jersey, New York, or Florida, secure video and phone sessions bring the same team to you.
In New York, that includes clients throughout the five boroughs and beyond, from Manhattan to Brooklyn and everywhere the PATH and subway lines reach. In Florida, we work with clients from Sarasota to Gainesville to Tallahassee and everywhere in between, since telehealth means our office location doesn't limit who we can see. New Jersey clients outside Hudson County, from Bergen County to the Jersey Shore, get the same access.
Our office is at 80 River Street, Suite 306, Hoboken, NJ 07030, and our phone number is (201) 565-2275.
Our therapists are licensed professionals experienced in delivering care by video and phone, in addition to in-person sessions. Our team includes therapists certified in a range of therapeutic methods, so we can match you with someone suited to what you're working through. You can read about each therapist on our Meet Our Team page. Our intake coordinator will match you with the right fit, and you can learn more about the practice on our home page.
Psychotherapist
Works withTeens (15+ years old), Adults, Couples, Families, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesAnxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues, Trauma, Addiction, Life Transitions, Self-esteem, Identity, and more
Read Antonio's bio →
Psychotherapist · Clinical Supervisor
Works withChildren (all ages), Teens, Adults, Families, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesADHD, Behavioral Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parenting, Women's Issues, Family Conflict, and more
Read Carmen's bio →
Psychotherapist · Owner
Works withChildren (10+ years old), Teens, Adults, Parents, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesAnxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Parenting, Postpartum & Fertility, Self-esteem, and more
Read Courtney's bio →
Psychotherapist · Senior Clinical Supervisor
Works withTeens (15+ years old), Adults, Couples, Families, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesRelationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Substance Abuse & Addiction, Grief, Life Transitions, Postpartum, and more
Read Elena's bio →
Psychotherapist
Works withChildren (5+ years old), Teens, Adults, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesAnxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, School Issues, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Identity, Parenting, Grief, Trauma, and more
Read Kim's bio →
Psychotherapist
Works withChildren (5+ years old), Teens, Adults, Couples, Families, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesRelationship Issues, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Parenting, Life Transitions, Postpartum, and more
Read Laura's bio →
Psychotherapist
Works withTeens (18+ Years Old), Adults, Couples, Families, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesTrauma, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Relationship Issues, Depression, Family Conflict, Work Stress, Grief, and more
Read Maria's bio →
Psychotherapist · Clinical Director
Works withTeens (18+ years old), Adults, Parents, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesSubstance Abuse & Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Trauma, Grief, Postpartum & Fertility, and more
Read Michele's bio →
Psychotherapist · Office Manager · Social Media Manager · Community Engagement Director
Works withTeens (15+ years old), Adults, Couples, Families, and LGBTQIA+
SpecialtiesRelationship Issues, Anxiety, Breakup, Self-esteem, Life Transitions, Depression, Grief, Trauma, Parenting, and more
Read Victoria's bio →Use the form at the bottom of this page and tell us a little about what you're looking for, and whether you'd prefer video, phone, or in-person sessions.
Our intake coordinator reaches out to match you with a therapist whose training and style fit your needs, and to find a session time that works for your schedule. Most clients hear back from us within one business day. We offer same-week appointments for new clients.
You meet with your therapist for your first session, over video, phone, or in person, and build a plan together from there.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
For most concerns, yes. Research from the American Psychological Association has found that video and phone therapy produce outcomes similar to in-person sessions for depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. Many clients also report staying more consistent with online sessions simply because it's easier to keep the appointment week to week.
Do you take insurance?
We're out of network with insurance. Many clients use the superbills we provide to seek out-of-network reimbursement from their insurer. Reach out by filling out the form at the bottom of this page, and we'll walk you through the cost and what reimbursement could look like for you, then match you with the right therapist.
What technology do I need for online therapy?
Just a phone, tablet, or computer with a camera, microphone, and a stable internet or data connection. We use Google Meet, a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, and send you a link ahead of each session. Nothing needs to be downloaded or installed beforehand, and phone sessions are available if you'd rather skip video.
Can my child or teen do therapy online?
We typically recommend in-person sessions for children ages ten and younger, but many older children and teens do well over video, often more easily than sitting in an unfamiliar office. Reach out through the form below, and we'll help you decide what fits your child best.
Do you offer online therapy in Florida?
Yes. Our licensed therapists provide secure video and phone sessions to residents throughout Florida, in addition to New Jersey and New York. In-person sessions are only available at our Hoboken, NJ office, so Florida clients work with us entirely through online therapy.
What if I'd rather switch between online and in-person sessions?
That's common, and it isn't a problem. Many clients mix in-person visits to our Hoboken office with video or phone sessions depending on their week. Just let your therapist know, and we'll help make the schedule work.
Getting the care you need shouldn't depend on how close you live to an office. With online therapy, the same licensed team at Anchor Therapy is available to you across New Jersey, New York, and Florida, wherever your week takes you.
You don't have to choose between getting help and fitting it into your life.
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page, and tell us a bit about what you're looking for. Our intake coordinator will match you with an experienced therapist, in person in Hoboken or virtually across NJ, NY, and FL.
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