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Dr. Gagan Luthra, LPC, CSW

Experienced New Jersey therapist for trauma and addiction
  • LPC and CSW
  • 38 years experience
  • Online sessions available

About Dr. Gagan Luthra

Dr. Gagan Luthra is a New Jersey-based licensed professional counselor (LPC) and certified social worker (CSW) who brings 38 years of experience to her practice. She combines established therapeutic methods with a compassionate, client-centered stance to help people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, relationship and family difficulties, grief, and a wide range of other concerns. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, she works with diverse clients including members of the LGBT community and individuals facing intimacy, self-esteem, career, and life transition challenges.

Her clinical approach draws on several evidence-informed modalities, including attachment-based work to explore relational patterns, cognitive behavioral strategies to reshape unhelpful thinking and behavior, and client-centered techniques that prioritize each person s goals and perspectives. Dr. Luthra also has experience addressing ADHD, bipolar disorder, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, and caregiving or blended family issues, among many other focus areas.

She offers flexible ways to connect, providing therapy by video call, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging, and she is accepting new and international clients. Her practice emphasizes collaboration - she partners with each person to identify practical options and steps that feel manageable and meaningful.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Gagan Luthra have?

Dr. Gagan Luthra has 38 years of experience in clinical practice.

Is Dr. Gagan Luthra a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and CSW. Her license details are NJ LPC 37PC00248000 and NJ CSW 44SW00317400.

In which languages does Dr. Gagan Luthra provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu.

Where is Dr. Gagan Luthra located?

Dr. Luthra is based in New Jersey.

How can I work with Dr. Gagan Luthra as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Gagan Luthra through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Gagan Luthra work with international clients?

Yes. Dr. Gagan Luthra accepts international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Gagan Luthra cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Care Delivered Online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape emotional patterns and connection. It helps people understand attachment styles, improve trust and communication, and address intimacy and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the client s perspective and autonomy - the therapist offers empathy, active listening, and support to help clients explore values, make decisions, and build self-understanding.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Luthra works collaboratively with each person to evaluate needs, goals, and preferences and to tailor methods that feel like a good fit. This collaborative stance helps shape clear, practical steps and adjustments over time.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules, those living outside the therapist s immediate area, or people who prefer remote sessions. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these formats to maintain continuity of care, accommodate different communication styles, and make it easier to access support when it matters most.

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