Alexandra Marotta, LAC

I’m a licensed, Highly Sensitive Therapist (HSP Therapist) in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ specializing in trauma and identity development. I believe in embracing the gray areas of life, and I see many aspects of life as a spectrum. Life is full of uncertainties, and it’s in this gray space that we can find flexibility, growth, and understanding. Society often pressures us to conform, particularly when it comes to gender, sexuality, and other aspects of identity. This pressure to fit in can exacerbate feelings of loneliness, confusion, anxiety, and shame. It can also lead to discrimination, rejection, and trauma. 

As an HSP and Highly Sensitive Therapist (HST) myself, I understand the unique strengths and challenges that come with heightened sensitivity. I support clients in managing stress, avoiding burnout, and addressing issues like people-pleasing and boundary difficulties. My goal is to help you harness your sensitivity as a strength, achieve emotional balance, and maintain a healthy sense of self. 

I am a dedicated advocate for LGBTQIA+ individuals, especially those navigating multiple marginalized identities. My work with The Trevor Project has expanded my understanding of how various aspects of identity—such as gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, religion, and ability status—intersect to shape each person’s unique experience. My goal is to create a space where my clients feel safe to be their authentic selves and remain curious about who they are. 

I’m also deeply committed to supporting clients in breaking free from generational cycles and overcoming narcissistic abuse. My focus is on helping individuals assert their self-worth, live according to their core values, and move away from harmful relational patterns.

My therapeutic approach as an HSP therapist, is based on psychodynamic perspectives while integrating aspects of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We’ll work together to bring unconscious thoughts and feelings to light, exploring how they impact your actions and relationships. I aim to foster a safe space where you can explore your deepest emotions and discover your own answers.

I hold a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from William Paterson University, driven by a passion for understanding the mind and a commitment to the therapy field. Outside of work, I enjoy painting, singing, and rock climbing.

“We seek connection, predictability, and dependability to root us firmly in place. But we also have a need for change, for the unexpected, for transcendence.” – Esther Perel