Natalie Baker, LPC
Person-centered counselor guiding authentic growth
- Person-centered care
- Evidence-based therapies
- LGBT-affirming support
About Natalie Baker
Natalie Baker (she/they) is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in New Jersey with 18 years of experience in mental health. She has worked across community and private practice settings, including hospital, residential, school, partial care, and outpatient services, bringing a breadth of experience to each therapeutic relationship.
Natalie practices from a person-centered, humanistic perspective and emphasizes meeting people where they are without judgment. She works collaboratively to build trust and then helps clients define clear, achievable therapy goals. Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and the Gottman Method, she tailors interventions to each person’s needs while honoring their authentic self.
Natalie helps clients increase self-understanding, strengthen internal communication, and cultivate greater self-compassion. She focuses on supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, identity and attachment issues, and life transitions. All parts of a person are welcomed in her work, and she supports clients in taking the next steps toward improved wellbeing and a more satisfying life.
Natalie practices from a person-centered, humanistic perspective and emphasizes meeting people where they are without judgment. She works collaboratively to build trust and then helps clients define clear, achievable therapy goals. Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and the Gottman Method, she tailors interventions to each person’s needs while honoring their authentic self.
Natalie helps clients increase self-understanding, strengthen internal communication, and cultivate greater self-compassion. She focuses on supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, identity and attachment issues, and life transitions. All parts of a person are welcomed in her work, and she supports clients in taking the next steps toward improved wellbeing and a more satisfying life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDissociationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Natalie Baker have?
Natalie Baker has 18 years of experience in mental health.
Is Natalie Baker a licensed therapist?
Yes, holds these credentials: LPC. License details: NJ LPC 37PC00329800.
In which languages does Natalie Baker provide therapy?
English.
Where is Natalie Baker located?
New Jersey.
How can I work with Natalie Baker as my therapist?
You can work with Natalie Baker through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Natalie Baker work with international clients?
Natalie Baker does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Natalie Baker 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 remote care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites people to clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress by encouraging acceptance and committed behavior aligned with what matters most.
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, unconditional positive regard, and supporting the person’s own growth. This humanistic approach helps people build self-understanding, self-compassion, and stronger internal communication when facing issues like identity, attachment, or life transitions.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical strategies and skills practice. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with change because it emphasizes concrete tools for managing symptoms.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Natalie will work with clients to explore which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting as progress unfolds so the therapy aligns with each person’s priorities.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or other commitments, and they allow therapy to continue when in-person visits are not possible. Many people find that remote sessions provide a practical and effective way to engage in consistent therapeutic work.