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- Stress and anxiety
- Relationships and intimacy
- CBT and ACT methods
About Gretchen
Gretchen Raring, LICSW, LCSW, practices in New Jersey and has 24 years of clinical experience. She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting concerns, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Her work combines practical strategies with attention to each person's experience.
Raring uses several well-known therapeutic approaches to guide sessions. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take manageable steps. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Attachment-informed methods and Emotionally-Focused work inform how she addresses relationship and intimacy concerns.
Her style centers on collaboration and straightforward talking. She encourages honest conversation about what is working and what is not. She offers concrete tools alongside reflective discussion so clients leave sessions with clear ideas to try between meetings.
Gretchen's background includes work in mental health, addiction, homelessness, incarceration settings, and with veteran populations. She holds a master's degree in social work from Temple University. Her LICSW and LCSW credentials are listed as MA LICSW and ND LCSW in her record.
Sessions are organized around the client's goals and current needs. She helps people set realistic steps and track progress. People can expect a mix of skill-building, behavior changes, and attention to emotions.
Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details with the practice. The therapist works in English and does not take international clients at this time.
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Therapeutic approaches used in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people name their values and take small, consistent actions toward them. It supports work on anxiety, depression, life changes, and motivation by focusing on what matters rather than only on symptoms.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and unhelpful patterns that interfere with daily life.
Attachment-informed and Emotionally-Focused work addresses how people relate to others. These methods are often used when intimacy, relationship patterns, or communication are key concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. That match may change over time and is reviewed together as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and reduce travel time. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and let people choose whether to use video or other supported formats if those are available. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework to remote settings to keep sessions focused and practical.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
New Jersey, Florida, Massachusetts, North Dakota, Arizona
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What issues does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy concerns, depression, grief, addictions, ADHD, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, and related areas.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She combines reflective conversation with clear tools and strategies to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 24 years of experience working across mental health, addiction, homelessness, incarceration, and veteran settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
Credentials are MA LICSW and ND LCSW, and the practice is based in New Jersey.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what is the cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.