LICSW, LCSW

Gretchen Raring, LICSW, LCSW

Therapist in New Jersey

Gretchen is a LICSW, LCSW therapist in New Jersey.

24+ years of experience
Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues
Approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy

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About Gretchen

Gretchen Raring is a licensed clinical social worker with 24 years of experience working across diverse settings including mental health, addiction services, homelessness programs, correctional environments, and veteran care. She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials - both clinical social work licenses - and earned a Master of Social Work from Temple University in Philadelphia. Gretchen works with teens, adults, older adults, and couples, offering care that is tailored to each person’s circumstances and goals.

Her practice centers on acceptance, authenticity, and collaboration, blending warmth with practical strategies to support meaningful change. She emphasizes meeting people where they are, identifying strengths, and combining exploration of emotions and patterns with concrete tools clients can use in daily life. Whether addressing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, grief, trauma, addiction, or life transitions, her approach is adaptable and responsive to individual needs.

Gretchen prioritizes a client-centered partnership that values each person’s voice and choices. She helps clients clarify goals, select approaches that fit their preferences, and build skills to promote sustainable growth while deepening self-understanding.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care

Gretchen integrates several evidence-informed approaches to support clients in online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and then take values-driven actions - it is often useful for managing anxiety, stress, depression, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding patterns in close relationships and how early bonds shape current connection and intimacy issues - it can help with relationship struggles, abandonment concerns, and family dynamics. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and collaboration, giving clients space to set the pace and direction of work while the therapist offers support and practical guidance for building self-esteem and resilience.

Finding the right approach is part of the process; Gretchen collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy feels relevant and usable.

Online sessions - including video calls, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging - expand access and flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity across life changes, and connect with a licensed professional from different locations within the therapist’s service area.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Gretchen Raring have?

Gretchen Raring has 24 years of experience.

Is Gretchen Raring a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details include MA LICSW LICSW124622 and ND LCSW 6418.

In which languages does Gretchen Raring provide therapy?

Gretchen Raring provides therapy in English.

Where is Gretchen Raring located?

Gretchen Raring is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Gretchen Raring as my therapist?

You can work with Gretchen Raring through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Gretchen Raring work with international clients?

Gretchen Raring does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Gretchen Raring cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.