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Anjali Badrinath, LPC
New Jersey Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) | License No. 37PC01287800
In-person therapy in Princeton | Telehealth in New Jersey
Hello, I’m Anjali. I offer a space to explore your identity, relationships, and life transitions, with attention to the cultural and family experiences that shape your story.
I’m especially interested in the ways culture and family shape our understanding of ourselves. Sometimes, figuring out who you are means navigating different expectations, making sense of family dynamics, or deciding which parts of what you’ve been taught still feel true to you. You might feel connected to certain traditions while questioning others, or find yourself somewhere between different worlds without feeling entirely at home in either. I believe there is room to explore all of that without having to explain away your experiences or have everything figured out. I hope to help you make sense of your own story and find a way forward that feels like yours.
My Background
I received my undergraduate degree from Seton Hall University and my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The College of New Jersey. I am currently a doctoral candidate in the PhD in Counseling program at Montclair State University. My experiences in counseling, research, and counselor education have shaped my interest in how our identities, relationships, and the worlds we grow up in influence who we become.
My Self-Care Rituals
- Watching movies (and probably thinking about them long after the credits roll)
- Dancing and making time for movement
- Spending time with friends and family
- Baking (there’s something so soothing about following a recipe but something exciting about experimenting with it!)
INSPIRATIONAL BOOKS
- The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri
- The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
- What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” — Carl Rogers
“Taking on a challenge is a lot like riding a horse, isn’t it? If you’re comfortable while you’re doing it, you’re probably doing it wrong.” — Ted Lasso
“Oh yes, the past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.” — The Lion King
My Style
I take a collaborative, culturally responsive approach to therapy, with a focus on understanding the bigger picture of your experiences rather than looking at challenges in isolation. I’m curious about the relationships, expectations, and experiences that have shaped you, and I want to understand what matters to you, not just what brought you to therapy. I draw from person-centered and family-systems perspectives to explore patterns, build self-understanding, and make space for change. Therapy doesn’t have to be about fixing yourself or becoming a completely different person. Sometimes, it’s about understanding yourself a little better, giving yourself permission to question things, and figuring out what you want to carry forward.
My Therapy Interests
- Cultural identity, acculturation, and navigating multiple worlds
- South Asian and immigrant family dynamics, intergenerational differences
- Life transitions, identity development, and figuring out what feels authentic to you
- Self-understanding, emotional well-being, and relationships
Services & Insurance
I offer individual, couples, and family therapy, with in-person appointments in Princeton and telehealth for clients in New Jersey. I work with children, teens, and adults, including clients seeking support during the postpartum period.
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield accepted. Private-pay appointments are also available. Our Client Care team will verify your specific plan and benefits and discuss current appointment options.
Aetna coverage begins November 13, 2026, subject to verification of your specific plan and eligibility.
Interested in Working with Anjali?
Contact our Client Care team and ask for Anjali. We’ll help you explore appointment options, review insurance questions, and understand the next step.
Prefer to call? Reach Client Care at 973-370-2290 and mention that you’re interested in working with Anjali.
