We can make room for the worry without letting it run the whole room, then build steadier ways to notice, name, and respond.
Raíces Wellness & Therapy
Healing at the root.
Therapy for anxiety, relationships, identity, and old patterns — offered with warmth, curiosity, and care.
La sanación empieza en la raíz.
Scheduling and insurance verification are handled securely through Headway.
Telehealth therapy available in New Jersey
Lynnette Diaz, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor · Serving New Jersey
What may be beneath the surface
You may be holding it together on the outside.
But inside, you may feel anxious, tired, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you don't fully understand.
At Raíces, therapy is about slowing down, listening deeper, and understanding what your mind and body learned to carry.
Start where you are
Where are you starting from?
Together, we can trace the familiar loops with compassion and practice choices that come from clarity instead of old protection.
Therapy can help you listen for your own needs again, rebuild self-trust, and feel more at home in your body and choices.
We can honor where you come from while making space for who you are becoming, including the boundaries that support both.
Reactions often have roots. We can explore what your system learned to do and build new responses that feel grounded and real.
Approach
Therapy that listens for the root, not just the symptom.
The root map
A gentle way to get to the root.
From the root cause to growth — four gentle stages. De la raíz al crecimiento — cuatro etapas suaves.
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Stage 1
Root Cause
La raíz
We begin by gently understanding the experiences and patterns that shaped you — not to blame, but to make sense of them.
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Stage 2
Nervous System
El sistema nervioso
We help your body find safety and regulation, creating steady ground for the deeper work.
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Stage 3
Emotional Healing
Sanación emocional
We make room to process emotions, release what no longer serves you, and rebuild self-trust.
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Stage 4
Growth
Crecimiento
You reconnect with yourself and grow toward a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and free.
This is a journey, not a quick fix. Healing happens in layers — and you don’t have to do it alone. La sanación sucede por capas — y no tienes que hacerlo sola.
About the therapist
"My approach is warm, honest, and collaborative."
Hi, I'm Lynnette — a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey with over 7 years of experience supporting teens and adults through anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I believe healing begins with curiosity, safety, and a willingness to look beneath the surface, and I created Raíces Wellness & Therapy to offer a space where that healing feels real, safe, and culturally grounded.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed or stuck — anxious, caught in relationship patterns, or unsure how to honor family and cultural expectations while staying connected to themselves. I offer sessions in both English and Spanish, and together we work at a pace that helps you feel more confident, clear, and in control.
Sessions with me are collaborative, not clinical-feeling — I'll help you connect the dots and gently challenge what's holding you back, using tools from CBT, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. And while we do real work together, therapy doesn't have to feel heavy all the time; there's room for laughter and honest moments too.
How it works
Begin with one grounded step.
Now that you know me, here is how we begin. Así empezamos.
Reach out
Send a brief note or book a consultation when you are ready. You do not need to explain everything perfectly.
Connect in a free 15-minute consultation
We will talk about what is bringing you in, answer questions, and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
Begin the work
Sessions move at a steady pace, balancing reflection, emotional support, and practical tools for daily life.
Rates & Insurance
Simple, transparent pricing & coverage.
A free consultation to see if we are a good fit, clear session fees with no surprises, and insurance plans that work with your coverage.
In-network plans
Tap your plan to check it instantly, or verify any plan through Headway.
Session fees
- Free consultation
- Free
- Individual session
- $150
- Session cancellation
- $80
During your free consultation, we’ll verify your benefits and answer any questions before getting started.
FAQ
Questions before you begin.
If you’re asking yourself this question, you’ve already taken the first step. You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, navigating a life transition, or simply wanting to understand yourself better, therapy offers a space to heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself. If you’re unsure where to begin, let’s start with a free 15-minute consultation.
Yes! I currently accept Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, and Providence Health Plan through Headway. I also welcome private-pay clients. During your free consultation, we’ll verify your benefits and answer any questions before getting started.
Absolutely! I provide therapy in both English and Spanish. Whether you feel most comfortable speaking English, Spanish, or a mix of both, you’re welcome here.
That’s completely okay — and more common than you might think. You don’t need to know what to say or have everything figured out. Your first session is simply a conversation. We’ll go at your pace, and together we’ll create a space where you feel comfortable, supported, and understood.
Yes. All sessions are held via telehealth for clients located in New Jersey, where I'm licensed. Reach out and we can find a time that works best for you.
The first session is a calm starting point. We will talk through what brings you in, what support would feel useful, and what pace feels right.
Crisis Disclaimer
This website is not for emergency support. If you are in crisis or in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.