When it comes to your mental health and overall well-being, it is important to have a knowledgeable professional you can turn to. Over the years, I have provided counseling and psychotherapeutic services to clients throughout New Jersey. My expertise covers a broad spectrum of mental health services.
Professionally, I am an Ivy League-educated and seasoned psychotherapist with over 20 years working with adults, adolescents, and children. I hold a Master of Social Work degree with a Concentration in Direct Practice from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA (2000) and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a Minor in Women's Studies from William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ (1998).
Professionally, I am an Ivy League-educated and seasoned psychotherapist with over 20 years working with adults, adolescents, and children. I hold a Master of Social Work degree with a Concentration in Direct Practice from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA (2000) and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology with a Minor in Women's Studies from William Paterson University in Wayne, NJ (1998).
Services
We currently accept the following insurance and EAP plans. Please note, not all therapists are paneled with all plans. We also have five therapists who offer therapy at a reduced rate of $50 per session to help meet the needs of the community. Out of Network Benefits - If you do not see your insurance plan listed, as a courtesy we are able to provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company.
Sessions are 45 minutes long. Occasionally it may be better to go on with a session, rather than stop or postpone work on a particular issue. When this extension is more than 10 minutes, your therapist will tell you, because sessions that are extended beyond 10 minutes will be charged on a prorated basis.
Reviews (10)
Kayla Bateman
Nov 25, 2021
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If you are looking for a safe space that is compassionate, honest, reliable, and productive, then Attentive Psychotherapy is it. Samantha Levinson is the best and has significantly helped my partner and I through a rough time. If you are even thinking about it, just do it - it's worth it.
She really works through issues with you and asks all the right questions and prompts for further development. She's extremely easy to talk to. I have seen many therapists throughout my life and finding a great one is so hard, so thank you Samantha for all you do!!
She really works through issues with you and asks all the right questions and prompts for further development. She's extremely easy to talk to. I have seen many therapists throughout my life and finding a great one is so hard, so thank you Samantha for all you do!!
Jayne Danien
Nov 04, 2021
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Gwenn Witherspoon
Oct 30, 2021
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I can't speak higher of the service provided by Samantha Levinson at Attentive Psychotherapy & Counseling Center. She made me feel safe, championed, and welcomed as an LGTBQ+ identifying woman. She approached my care with thought and tailored towards my needs. Would recommend Attentive Psychotherapy to anyone looking for support. Thank you!!
Lonneva Williams
Oct 27, 2021
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Brooke Reich
Oct 26, 2021
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I have been attending sessions here for over a year now. Samantha is extremely helpful and easy to talk to. I have received such great advice and coping skills as I have entered such a challenging time in my life. Each session leaves me feeling more productive and overall happier with coping skills to manage my daily life. This practice has given me so much and I will forever be grateful for starting my therapy journey here.
Steven Fabijanczuk
Mar 04, 2021
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Therapy was something I had always known I should go to, but always put my own mental health to the side. This past year I finally took my own health into consideration and went to therapy. Now after see Samantha Levinson for over 5 months now, I can say without a doubt this is the best I`ve been mentally in years. She is very easy to talk to, very attentive, every session I have with her, at the end I always feel much better than I did before the session. Now I can say I`m happier, I`m healthier, I`m the best version I feel I can be of myself mentally and a huge factor has been Samantha Levinson
Denzel Trinidad
Dec 19, 2020
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When I started counseling I was struggling with depression and anxiety on a daily basis. I’ve since grown and healed in my time here, through a patient and encouraging environment that provided me a safe space to reflect and work through my thoughts.
Dr. Schaffer is warm and understanding, even with our cultural differences she’s always able to empathize with me and help me navigate my issues with my family. This practice is also and importantly a safe place to go for LGBTQIA+ folks. Your identity is respected and always given consideration and care throughout the process.
I would recommend
Dr. Schaffer is warm and understanding, even with our cultural differences she’s always able to empathize with me and help me navigate my issues with my family. This practice is also and importantly a safe place to go for LGBTQIA+ folks. Your identity is respected and always given consideration and care throughout the process.
I would recommend
Katiann Critchley
Dec 01, 2020
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I have been seeing Kimberly Schaffer for almost one year now and she has been incredibly helpful and professional. She is always willing to accommodate her patients and will do whatever she can to best service them. Once the pandemic hit, Kimberly started using Doxy.me for our weekly appointments and it has been going great thus far. I have always appreciated Kimberly’s patience and willingness to accommodate her patients. I could not imagine going anywhere else! I give Kimberly Schaffer my highest recommendation to those searching for the “right” therapist for them.
Alana Michaels
Aug 26, 2020
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I will start by saying we didn’t even have a chance to experience the therapy at this counseling center. I inquired about their services and questioned if they are doing in-person therapy. I got a response from Kimberly Schaffer basically saying they are only doing virtual and good luck with my search because they were not the right fit.
I would have appreciated the opportunity to say that perhaps we would consider virtual after her explanation but instead she sent me on my way. I was very taken aback by this type of customer service and I shared my opinion with Kimberly that if I was her employer
I would have appreciated the opportunity to say that perhaps we would consider virtual after her explanation but instead she sent me on my way. I was very taken aback by this type of customer service and I shared my opinion with Kimberly that if I was her employer
Dennis Florentine
May 17, 2020
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My experience utilizing this counseling service has been nothing but positive. I started with one to one counseling (office visits) with Kim Schaeffer. We transitioned to virtual counseling once the COVID 19 pandemic occurred. I appreciated the safety of this transition and nothing was diminished in terms of the services provided.
My life was and is changed for the better due to the counseling I received at Attentive Psychotherapy & Counseling Center. I've been assured that should I feel the need to acquire counseling in the future, it is simply a matter of reaching out.
I would recommend this
My life was and is changed for the better due to the counseling I received at Attentive Psychotherapy & Counseling Center. I've been assured that should I feel the need to acquire counseling in the future, it is simply a matter of reaching out.
I would recommend this
