Pooja Papneja, LAMFT, NJ | Marriage and Family Therapist

About Pooja Papneja

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Couples Therapy

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Behavioral Therapy

Parenting Counseling

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Groups

Treatment approaches

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Somatic

Gottman Method

Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Gujarati

Getting to know Pooja Papneja

Pooja Papneja is a Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of NJ. Pooja holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Syracuse University, along with a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Child Therapy. She specializes in couples therapy, family systems work, and child and adolescent behavioral concerns.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Her approach is deeply client-centered and trauma-informed, grounded in attachment science and systemic theory. Rather than focusing solely on surface-level conflict, Pooja helps clients understand the relational patterns driving distress beneath the arguments, emotional distance, or behavioral challenges.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Pooja meets clients exactly where they are — whether overwhelmed, guarded, exhausted, or unsure of where to begin. She does not rush the process or impose quick solutions. Instead, she creates a safe, steady space where clients can explore what lies beneath the surface, including attachment wounds, unspoken needs, emotional triggers, and generational patterns. With couples, she helps shift cycles of reactivity into greater responsiveness and emotional distance into deeper connection. With families, she supports parents and children in building emotional safety, strengthening regulation skills, and improving communication. Pooja welcomes the opportunity to help you tap into your own resilience, standing as an ally as you move from feeling stuck to feeling empowered in your life and relationships.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

Depression

New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Online Virtual Counselors

Education and training

Syracuse University, Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy
Syracuse University (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1437003282

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What practice does Pooja Papneja work with?

Pooja Papneja works with Online Virtual Counselors.

What are common reasons for patients to see Pooja Papneja?

Pooja Papneja frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Pooja Papneja on their profile.

What languages does Pooja Papneja speak?

Pooja Papneja speaks English, Hindi, and Gujarati.

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