Amy Aracena, LCSW, NJ | Psychotherapist

About Amy Aracena

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Depression

Racism Issues

Anxiety

Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy

Stress Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Learning Problems

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Compassion Focused

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Eclectic

Structural Family Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English, Spanish

Getting to know Amy Aracena

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified School Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in clinical, school, and community mental health settings. As the founder of Pura Vida Family Psychotherapy, I am committed to providing bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy that is inclusive, compassionate, and practical. My professional journey includes serving as a psychiatric clinician, child and family therapist, and school social worker—experiences that give me a deep understanding of the challenges clients face across the lifespan.

In-network insurances

More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.

Popular visit reasons

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Sleep Problems

Therapy

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

Fordham University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1003640996

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Amy Aracena?

Generally, Amy Aracena has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Amy Aracena's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Amy Aracena accepting new patients?

Amy Aracena generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Amy Aracena's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Amy Aracena accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Amy Aracena online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Amy Aracena using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Amy Aracena work with?

Amy Aracena works with Grow Therapy.

What are common reasons for patients to see Amy Aracena?

Amy Aracena frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Amy Aracena on their profile.