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Gulsum Pala

LAC Human Institute
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues,
In network with Aetna, Cigna Healthcare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare Oxford,

Introduction

Gulsum is a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) who is passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges, improve their emotional well-being, and develop the tools to create meaningful and lasting change. She supports children, adolescents, and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and emotional difficulties. With a background in school counseling and education, she also brings experience collaborating with families and supporting diverse, multilingual clients. Gulsum's approach is compassionate, culturally sensitive, and client-centered, rooted in empathy, collaboration, and empowerment. She draws on evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, to help clients identify challenges, build healthy coping strategies, strengthen emotional resilience, and work toward their goals. She meets clients where they are and offers a nonjudgmental space for self-exploration and growth. Gulsum provides therapy in English and Turkish.

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English
  • Turkish

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Gulsum Pala accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • United Healthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

Gulsum Pala has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

Human Institute RM231
Totowa, NJ 07512-1165
Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Counseling and School Counseling - William Paterson University

FAQ

Is Gulsum Pala accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Gulsum Pala is currently accepting new clients but has not enabled online booking.
Does Gulsum Pala offer telehealth appointments? Gulsum Pala does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Gulsum Pala specialize in? Gulsum Pala specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Mood Disorders, Panic Disorders, Parenting, Relationship Issues, School Issues, Self Esteem, Stress, and Trauma.
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