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Dr. Anniesha Walker

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Dr. Anniesha Walker, LCSW

New Jersey

LCSW - Stress and family related concerns

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About

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Attachment-Based work

About Anniesha

Dr. Anniesha Walker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New Jersey with 24 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship strain, and parenting concerns. She also works with those facing trauma and abuse, anger, intimacy questions, and career or life transitions.

Her approach blends practical talk with evidence-based methods. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address patterns of thought and behavior. She draws on Attachment-Based and Client-Centered ideas to focus on relationships and what matters most to each person.

Dr. Walker has experience in hospitals, schools, and community mental health centers. That background informs how she supports people from varied cultural and faith backgrounds. She emphasizes realistic steps clients can try between sessions and clear goals for daily life.

Sessions are oriented toward problem solving, increasing coping skills, and clarifying values and priorities. She also addresses issues like control, fertility concerns, guilt, shame, and workplace stress. Coaching-style conversations are available for people wanting focused support on goals and next steps.

Her work is straightforward and practical. People who want direct, measurable changes in how they manage emotions, relationships, or parenting responsibilities may find this approach helpful.

How sessions work

How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small actions that align with what matters to the person. It can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes by shifting attention from unhelpful thoughts toward meaningful activity.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It offers concrete tools to change patterns that maintain anxiety, low mood, or anger and is useful for managing stress and symptoms day to day.

Attachment-Based work pays attention to how important relationships affect current behavior and emotional reactions. It is helpful for intimacy-related concerns and understanding patterns that repeat across relationships.

Deciding on an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will help identify which methods fit the client's goals and try different techniques as needed. Clients and the therapist set practical goals together and adjust the plan over time.

Session formats are not specified in this profile, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit appointments around work, caregiving, or school by removing travel time. Others appreciate shorter check-ins or phone options when bandwidth or quiet time is limited. Ask about the session length and format during the matching and scheduling steps so that arrangements match daily life and goals.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Control issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeMulticultural concernsSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

24+ years

Listed in

New Jersey

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of family or parenting issues are addressed?

She helps people navigate parenting strain, family conflict, and issues that affect household relationships. Topics listed include intimacy-related concerns, parenting, and young adult issues.

What is her general approach in sessions?

She combines evidence-based therapies with relationship-focused work. Expect practical conversation, skills practice, and goal-setting between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 24 years of experience working in hospital, school, and community mental health settings. That range informs how she helps people from diverse backgrounds.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey. Her practice is based in New Jersey.

Are sessions available in other languages or for international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats does she offer?

Confirm current session options before booking as the profile does not list specific formats. Please check the booking flow for the exact formats offered.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.

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