Jaivonne W. Seary Verified Provider

Dr. Jaivonne W. Seary is a licensed clinical social worker and mental health provider serving adults across New Jersey and New York through her virtual practice, Journey To Better, LLC. She offers affirmative, trauma informed individual, couples and group therapy for anxiety, depression and trauma, substance use and identity related concerns.

With over 20 years of social work experience, Dr. Seary is known for her culturally responsive intersectionality affirming approach especially for queer and trans people of color clients and allied communities.

What therapeutic approaches are used?

Dr. Seary draws from evidence based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive processing therapy. She integrates trauma focused therapy and mindfulness based techniques, motivational interviewing and strength based, humanistic approaches tailored to each client’s unique background and goals.

Who can get help here?

Dr. Seary works exclusively with adults ages 18 and older, including young adults.

She provides individual therapy, couples and relationship counseling and group therapy with specialized and affirming support for LGBTQIA+ individuals and people of color, sex workers and single parents, people living with HIV/AIDS and racial justice advocates.

Is therapy available online?

Yes, Journey To Better is a fully virtual practice based in Newark, New Jersey. Dr. Seary offers secure telehealth sessions for clients located anywhere in New Jersey or New York.

What insurance is available?

Dr. Seary accepts Aetna, Cigna and Horizon BCBS, Optum and Oxford, UnitedHealthcare and Oscar. Self pay rates are $150 for individual sessions and $200 for couples sessions, with a sliding scale available for those with financial need and HSA accepted.

How do I get started?

Reach out to schedule a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your needs and determine if Dr. Seary’s affirming, culturally grounded approach is the right fit for your healing journey.