Insurance-friendly • New patient appointments available

Child & Teen Therapy in Bergen County, NJ

In-person therapy in Teaneck for children and teens navigating anxiety, school stress, ADHD, mood changes, social struggles, and more — with clinicians experienced in working with young people.

We are in-network with most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna-Evernorth, Horizon BCBS, Omnia, UnitedHealthcare, Oscar, and more.

In-person: Teaneck (Bergen County)

What brings families to us

Parents often reach out when something feels harder than it should: school is becoming stressful, emotions are bigger than usual, or their child seems less like themselves.

Children & Teens

› School anxiety, avoidance & refusal

› Social struggles & peer relationships

› Depression, withdrawal & low motivation

› ADHD, focus & behavioral challenges

› Trauma, grief & family changes

› Teen identity, self-esteem & life transitions

Specialized Support

› Family therapy & parent guidance

› Neurodiversity-affirming care (ADHD & Autism)

› Biofeedback & stress resilience

› Psychological & neuropsychological testing

› School-related evaluations & support

› Anxiety & OCD in children and teens

When Your Child Is Struggling — and You Are Not Sure What to Do

Children and teens may not always have the words for what is wrong. They may avoid school, withdraw from friends, react strongly to small stressors, or seem unlike themselves. Our clinicians create a supportive space where young people can build trust and begin to talk.

⇒ Anxiety, worry & panic in kids and teens

⇒ School avoidance & refusal

⇒ ADHD, impulsivity & focus challenges

⇒ Emotional dysregulation & meltdowns

⇒ Social anxiety, peer difficulties & trauma

Why Avita ICare

Finding the right therapist for your child can feel different than finding one for yourself. We help you navigate the process and match your child with a clinician who can build trust with young people.

Insurance-friendly intake support

Thoughtful clinician matching

Team-based, collaborative care

In-person care in Teaneck

How It Works

Not sure what kind of support your child needs?
A free consultation lets you ask questions, check insurance, and see if it feels like a good fit — no pressure to commit.

Brief intake to understand needs, preferences, and insurance.

Insurance-aware matching with the right clinician

In-person in Teaneck or online anywhere in NJ

Meet our providers

Licensed Psychotherapist

Sara Aharon, LMSW

Licensed Psychotherapist

Julia Caruso, LMSW

Licensed Psychotherapist

Sarah Hatkoff, LCSW

Licensed Psychotherapist

Elizabeth Connolly, LMSW

Licensed Psychotherapist

Rachel Frank, LSW

Clinical Psychologist | Director of Testing and Assessment Services

Dr. Karin Gepp, Psy.D

Licensed Psychotherapist

Veneta Hoxha, LMSW

Clinical Psychologist | Founder & Executive Director

Kalman Khodik, Psy.D

Master Level Practitioner and Spiritual Life Coach

Sara Kremansky, MBA, MFT

Licensed Psychotherapist

Ashley Leeds, LCSW

Licensed Psychotherapist

Alyssa Zakaryan, LCSW

 

Director of Biofeedback and Stress Recovery

Ellie Wolf,
MS, BCB; Fellow BCIA

Licensed Psychotherapist

Tova Rapaport, LMSW

Director of Training & Practice Services | Doctoral Trainee in Clinical Psychology

Elena Wu, MHC, Ph.D Candidate

National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach Licensed Physical Therapist

Jill Friedbauer, MS, PT, NBC-HWC

Licensed Psychotherapist

Ruth Brody, LAC, NCC

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Avita iCare is in-network with several major insurance plans, including Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, and we also accept out-of-network benefits.
If you’re paying privately, sliding scale options may be available. Our intake team can help check your benefits during your free consultation.

Note: We do not accept Medicare or Medicaid.

Yes. We offer in-person therapy at our Teaneck office, conveniently located in Bergen County.

📍 763 River Road, Teaneck, NJ 07666

Yes. We provide secure telehealth therapy to all New Jersey residents.
Online therapy can be a flexible and effective option for both adults and children/teens.

Yes. Our clinicians work with children, teens, and adults, supporting concerns such as anxiety, school stress, emotional regulation, and family-related challenges.

Yes. We offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy for adults and teens, including support for ADHD, autism, executive functioning challenges, social skills, and school avoidance.

We offer a free 15-minute consultation, and new client appointments are often available shortly after.
Our team works to match you thoughtfully based on your needs, preferences, and insurance.

Assessment & Plan

Free Initial Consultation

Growth & Maintenance

Ongoing Sessions

What our clients are saying:

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Let’s find the right therapist for your child.