Safiya Telesford, LMHC, LPC
- Anxiety and depression
- Relationships and self-esteem
- Culturally responsive care
About Safiya Telesford
Her practice emphasizes self-love, reducing isolation, and exploring attachment dynamics to help clients build deeper self-understanding and stronger relationships. Working from a strengths-based perspective, she partners with clients to develop personalized strategies drawn from evidence-based methods that promote emotional resilience and meaningful change.
Safiya’s therapeutic style is grounded in genuine connection, respect, and collaborative problem solving. She aims to create a supportive space where women can explore communication difficulties, loneliness, seasonal mood changes, and issues specific to womanhood, all with empathy and practical guidance. She holds LMHC and LPC credentials, which stand for Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor, reflecting formal training and licensure to provide professional mental health care.
Seeking therapy can be a courageous step, and Safiya is committed to walking alongside clients with steady support, clinical skill, and a clear focus on growth and healing.
Areas of Expertise
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Additional Focus Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Safiya Telesford have?
She has 8 years of experience.
Is Safiya Telesford a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LMHC, LPC. License details: NY LMHC 017052, NJ LPC 37PC01218900.
In which languages does Safiya Telesford provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Safiya Telesford located?
She is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Safiya Telesford as my therapist?
Clients work with Safiya Telesford through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Safiya Telesford work with international clients?
She does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Safiya Telesford cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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, clients can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take practical steps toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and persistent negative thinking. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns formed in early relationships and how those patterns affect current emotional and relational responses, making it especially relevant for relationship challenges and issues with trust or closeness. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathetic, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead to foster self-discovery and self-compassion; it supports self-esteem work and personal growth.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Safiya collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors interventions and adjusts techniques over time so the work feels practical and personally relevant.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in this work through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain consistent contact during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations.