Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney, PsyD, NJ | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.64

Average wait time

4.64

Bedside manner

4.64

About Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney

Focus areas

Anxiety

LGBTQ+ Counseling

BIPOC Mental Health Issues

Psychological Trauma

Depression

Therapy

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Groups

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Motivational Interviewing

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Strength-Based

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney

Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than a decade of experience supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through meaningful emotional and behavioral change. She provides compassionate, evidence-based care and creates a welcoming environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their healing process. Dr. Perry-Goffney has worked with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, relationship challenges, identity-related concerns, and major life transitions. She also has extensive experience helping individuals facing chronic homelessness, co-occurring mental health and medical issues, substance use disorders, and the complex emotional needs that arise from socioeconomic hardship. Her background includes years of direct work with gender and sexual minorities, court-involved individuals, military veterans, and families involved with child protective services. Her therapeutic style is collaborative and integrative. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, mindfulness-based practices, strength-based approaches, and supportive therapy to help clients develop insight, build coping skills, and move toward healthier relationships and greater emotional balance. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Perry-Goffney has a strong research foundation. Her doctoral dissertation focused on life skills training for African-American men in long-term residential treatment, highlighting her commitment to culturally responsive care. She has also been involved in research on trauma, substance use, behavioral change, and the complex intersection of mental health and social determinants of well-being. Throughout her career, she has contributed to training, supervision, and program development across multiple behavioral health settings.

What should a new client know about working with you?

With experience in hospitals, community mental health programs, forensic settings, and private practice, Dr. Perry-Goffney brings a broad and deeply informed perspective to her work. She welcomes clients from diverse backgrounds and is dedicated to helping each person gain clarity, strengthen resilience, and move toward a more fulfilling life.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

Education and background

Practice names

Mindwell Associates

Education and training

Widener University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1992826226

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.64

Wait time

4.64

Bedside manner

4.64

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I booked the appointment. I tried calling the office multiple times, but no one would answer and I didn’t even get to have an appointment.

December 17, 2025Noor A.Verified patientVideo visit

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney?

Generally, Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Perry-Goffney's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney accepting new patients?

Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Perry-Goffney's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Perry-Goffney using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney work with?

Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney works with Mindwell Associates.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney?

Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney speak?

Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney in reviews?

11 patients have reviewed Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.64/5. They have a 4.64/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.64/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.