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Jenny DeSantis

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW, CASAC, LCADC
Rivia Mind
Accepting clients Last Updated 13 days ago

You might feel stuck, burdened by unresolved trauma, or unsure of how to move forward in your relationships, career, or personal life. Maybe you’re carrying the weight of unmet childhood needs, struggling to manage anxiety, or navigating the complexities of a partnership. Whatever challenges bring you here, you deserve support that truly addresses the full scope of your experiences and empowers you to heal and grow.

I specialize in helping adults uncover and heal the root causes of emotional pain, with a focus on childhood and generational trauma, particularly for women who have experienced emotionally unavailable parenting. Many of my clients feel trapped by self-doubt, struggle with low self-esteem, or find it hard to trust or connect in relationships. Together, we work to rewrite those narratives, building self-worth, emotional resilience, and healthier patterns in love and life.

If you’re managing substance use, particularly opioid dependence, I bring over 12 years of experience in medication-assisted treatment and harm reduction strategies. Whether it’s addressing addiction, preparing for parenthood while in recovery, or learning to navigate life beyond substances, I provide compassionate, practical support to guide you through the process.

For those dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or mood disorders, I use a client-centered approach tailored to your unique story. Drawing from approaches like CBT, mindfulness, and psychodynamic therapy, we’ll develop tools to help you regain control and find clarity.

This is your space—a judgment-free, relaxed environment where you can share openly and honestly. I’ll meet you where you are, honoring your lived experience and helping you make sense of your challenges. From there, we’ll work together to set meaningful goals and take actionable steps toward lasting change.

Whether you’re ready to explore the roots of your struggles or need practical strategies to address immediate concerns, I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create the life you want. Let's take that first step together.


Specialties

Addiction ADHD Alcohol Misuse or Abuse Anger management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Bias and Discrimination Bipolar Disorder Body Image Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Career Concerns Caregiver Support Chronic Medical Condition Chronic Pain College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Diet and Nutrition Divorce Drug Addiction Dual diagnosis Eating Disorders Emotional Regulation Excoriation Disorder Executive Functions Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Financial Insecurity Food Insecurity Gambling Gaming Addiction Gender Identity Grief and Loss Hoarding Housing Insecurity Identity Development Immigration Stress Impulse Control Internet Addiction Life Transitions Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) Perfectionism Personality Disorders Phobias Race Based Trauma Racial Identity Relationship Issues Self-esteem Self-harm Sexual Abuse Sexual Assault Sexuality Sexual Orientation Sleep Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Substance Abuse Suicidality Trauma & PTSD Trichotillomania

In-Network Insurance Plans

Jenny DeSantis is in network for the following plans:

Aetna AllWays Health Partners Anthem Anthem Blue Cross CDPHP Cigna and Evernorth ComPsych Empire BlueCross First Health Humana Medicare MVP Health Care Optum Oscar Oxford Princeton University Student Health Plan (SHP) UMR UnitedHealthcare Wellfleet

NPI Number

1689335218

Rates

First session $200
Ongoing sessions $225

Locations

2 University Plaza
Suite 100 – 2030
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(212) 203-1773
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

Monday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday --
Sunday --

Treatment Approaches

Body positivity Career Counseling Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Depth Therapy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Eclectic Executive Functions Coaching Existential Feminist Health at Every Size Holistic Humanistic Insight Therapy Integrative Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT) Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) Lifespan Integration Meditation Mentalization Based Treatment (MBT) Mind-Body Mindfulness Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Motivational Interviewing Multicultural Person-Centered Positive Psychology Psychodynamic Relational Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Somatic Strength-Based Supportive Transpersonal Trauma Focused

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

Artists LGBQ+

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 23
  • License(s): MA-LCSW2140278, NJ-44SL06760800, NY-114983

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
  • Sexual Orientation(s): Straight
  • Religion(s): Individual Spiritual Practice

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