LCSW

Anna Vardakis, LCSW

Therapist in New Jersey

Anna is a LCSW therapist in New Jersey.

7+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Addictions
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Anna

Anna Vardakis is a licensed therapist in New Jersey and a LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - who supports people facing a range of personal and interpersonal challenges. Her work centers on helping individuals manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship and family conflicts, and recover from trauma. She brings particular experience and a sustained commitment to supporting people affected by HIV/AIDS, and she has worked with diverse populations across varied life situations.

Her style is both compassionate and collaborative, focused on building resilience and practical strategies for growth. Drawing from evidence-based practices, she creates a space where clients can explore their experiences, strengthen emotional coping skills, and pursue meaningful change. Anna emphasizes partnership in therapy, helping people identify goals and develop steps that fit their lives.

Across years of clinical practice, she has developed a nuanced understanding of how personal struggles intersect with broader life circumstances. She is dedicated to walking alongside clients through their unique journeys, offering professional guidance, empathy, and support as they work toward healing and renewed wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Anna integrates several practical, evidence-informed approaches into her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the individual’s goals and values guide the work - it is useful for building self-understanding and strengthening personal resources. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it a common choice for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Anna works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best given their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time, combining techniques in ways that support practical progress and personal growth.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility - appointments can occur by video call or phone, and communication can continue through live chat or text-based messaging as appropriate. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are not possible, while allowing licensed professionals to deliver focused, goal-oriented support remotely.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Anna Vardakis have?

Anna Vardakis has 7 years of experience.

Is Anna Vardakis a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are NJ LCSW 44SC06077600.

In which languages does Anna Vardakis provide therapy?

Anna Vardakis provides therapy in English.

Where is Anna Vardakis located?

She is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Anna Vardakis as my therapist?

Clients can work with Anna Vardakis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Anna Vardakis work with international clients?

Anna Vardakis does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Anna Vardakis cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To get started with Anna Vardakis, click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.