Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW (she, her)

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3 Endorsed

256 Broad Street, Suite 2E, Bloomfield, NJ 07003

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Are you feeling disconnected in your relationship? Are you and your partner struggling to communicate effectively and peacefully? I understand the complexities of relationships. Often, we need someone outside of our relationship to guide us through the challenges we face and help us to rebuild strong, healthy connections. You've come to the right place. With a compassionate and nonjudgmental approach, I will create a safe space where you can openly express yourselves and explore your emotions, creating new pathways to connection, understanding, and peace.

Using your out of network benefits, I offer telehealth sessions across NJ, NY, and PA, and I see clients in person in our Bloomfield office in NJ. We're a savvy out of network practice and we will check your coverage, explain how it all works, and submit claims for you. Most clients pay between $40 and $90 per session after meeting their deductible.

I'm part of the team at Cultivate Therapy, where we want to make accessing therapy as simple as possible. Visit our website to find my contact information, then call, text, or email me. You can also book a free 15 minute consultation to see if I am the best fit to help you work toward your therapy goals: cultivatetherapyteam.clientsecure.me

Call or Email Erika Kao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (973) 547-1350

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cultivate Therapy

256 Broad Street

Suite 2E

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

(973) 547-1350

26 Journal Square Plaza, Ste 505,

Jersey City, NJ 07306

(201) 632-5554

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Addiction and LGBTQ+

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see couples

I work with couples using an approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy. I can help you repair and make the changes you want and need.

Let's Connect (973) 547-1350

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Cultivate Therapy

256 Broad Street

Suite 2E

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

(973) 547-1350

26 Journal Square Plaza, Ste 505,

Jersey City, NJ 07306

(201) 632-5554

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Addiction and LGBTQ+

$200 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see couples

I work with couples using an approach called Emotionally Focused Therapy. I can help you repair and make the changes you want and need.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $200
Couple Sessions $200
Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

1199SEIU
Aetna
Anthem | Elevance
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
Empire BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Medicare
Meritain Health
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
UMR
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Out of Network

We explain your out-of-network benefits and submit claims for you. Many clients get 50-70 percent of fees reimbursed to them after meeting their deductible.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

We explain your out-of-network benefits and submit claims for you. Many clients get 50-70 percent of fees reimbursed to them after meeting their deductible.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New Jersey / 44SL05401900 Erika Kao
In Practice for 5 Years
License: NYS Social Work Board 123144 / 2023
License: Pennsylvania Board of Social Work SW141432 / 2024
Attended Columbia School of Social Work, MSW , Graduated 2006

I'm licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania and hold additional certification in mindfulness-based interventions and emotionally-focused therapy.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

I'm licensed in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania and hold additional certification in mindfulness-based interventions and emotionally-focused therapy.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

Marital and Premarital
Addiction
LGBTQ+

Expertise

Alcohol Use
Coping Skills
Family Conflict
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Relationship Issues

I work primarily with couples who are looking to learn to connect emotionally, to resolve conflict, and to improve communication.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

I work primarily with couples who are looking to learn to connect emotionally, to resolve conflict, and to improve communication.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

3 Endorsements

Evan Greenberg: Couples Therapy, Marriage, EFT

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LAMFT

Erika stands out with her empathetic, insightful approach, creating a safe, nurturing environment. Her warm, professional style fosters deep connections, empowering couples to overcome challenges, grow, and heal.

Rebecca Walsman: Adults, Couples, Kids, and Teens

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW, CCTP

Erika has wisdom, compassion, and a knack for tuning in to what clients need. She is easy to talk to and will help you feel safe. Her combined EFT and Gottman Therapy approach helps couples to resolve conflicts and build deeper emotional connection.

Alison Urban RPT: Kids, Play Therapy, Parents

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RPT

Erika is thoughtful & compassionate. She provides a safe and open space for her clients to feel heard and become their best selves.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

Age

Adults

Participants

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Intersex Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Single Mother ,

Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian ,

Black and African American

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Attachment-based
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Compassion Focused
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Feminist
Gottman Method
Interpersonal
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative
Positive Psychology
Psychodynamic
Strength-Based

While I select treatments and interventions based on the couple and their individual needs and goals, I primarily function from a mindfulness-based perspective, drawing from emotionally-focused, attachment, and psychodynamic methodologies.

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

Location

Primary Location

Cultivate Therapy

256 Broad Street

Suite 2E

Bloomfield, NJ 07003

(973) 547-1350

Email me

My website

Additional Location

26 Journal Square Plaza, Ste 505,

Jersey City, NJ 07306

(201) 632-5554

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Zips

Neighborhoods

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

Call for a free consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW

I work with couples and I offer telehealth across NJ, NY, and PA, and in-person sessions in Bloomfield, NJ.

Call for a free consultation now - (973) 547-1350

Erika Kao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, LMSW