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Ammarritta Simpson

Ammarritta Simpson

LCSW

Therapist · New Jersey · 6+ years of experience

Compassionate therapist focused on practical change

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  • Anger and stress
  • Trauma-informed support
  • Skill building

About Ammarritta

Ammarritta Simpson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people manage stress, anger, anxiety, grief, and mood concerns. She works with people facing trauma, addiction, and major life changes. Her tone is direct and compassionate, aimed at someone looking for practical help now.

She keeps sessions warm and interactive. Conversations focus on what’s troubling the person and on steps that can make daily life easier. She avoids stigmatizing labels and treats each person with respect and sensitivity.

Ammarritta uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy to target unhelpful thoughts and build coping skills. She also draws on client-centered ideas to keep the work focused on the individual’s values and goals.

When trauma is involved, she may use approaches that help people process painful memories in a paced way. She adapts the plan to fit the person’s needs rather than following a fixed script. Sessions are collaborative and goal oriented.

With six years of clinical experience and a LCSW credential, Ammarritta practices in New Jersey. She works with people coping with depression, panic, bipolar mood concerns, attention differences, and issues related to gender and sexual identity among other focuses. If someone is ready to make a change she supports them through practical steps and steady guidance.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAvoidant personalityDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman MethodMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Credentials

Wyoming, North Dakota, New Jersey

Languages

English

Therapeutic Approaches and How They Work Online

Client-centered therapy centers the person and their goals, offering space for people to guide the conversation while the therapist listens and reflects. This approach helps when someone needs an accepting place to sort out feelings and values.

Cognitive behavioral therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and tests them against real-life evidence. It is useful for anxiety, anger, depression, and for building concrete skills to change reactions and behavior.

Dialectical behavior therapy focuses on teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. It can be helpful for strong mood swings, intense emotions, and for learning steadier ways to cope.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Treatment plans are adjusted over time based on what helps in everyday life.

The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and skill practice for remote work, balancing structured tasks with open conversation to help people apply skills between sessions.

At a glance

Listed location
New Jersey
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Wyoming)
LCSW · No. LCSW-1191
License (North Dakota)
LCSW · No. 6428
License (New Jersey)
LCSW · No. 44SC06182400
NPI
1437685203

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anger, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, trauma and related mood and personality concerns.

How would you describe the therapy style and approach?

The style is warm and interactive, focusing on respectful dialogue. Techniques include cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior methods alongside client-centered work.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She has six years of experience as a clinician and has worked with people facing trauma, addiction, mood disorders, and severe stress.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW credentials and practices in New Jersey.

Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?

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

What session formats are available?

The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How are costs handled for therapy?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

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Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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