geometry-shapes iconMedical / Health Issues, Behavioral Issues, Infidelity, Autism, ADHD, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management
In Person & Online in Paramus, NJ
12 years in practice
Ages served: 18-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Cory accepts 33 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
AmeriHealth Administrators
AmeriHealth Medicare Advantage
AmeriHealth New Jersey
Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)
Carelon
Cigna | Open Access Plus New Jersey
Clover Health Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - HMO
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS - PPO
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)
Humana Medicare Advantage
Independence Blue Cross | BCBS
JP Farley Corporation
Medicare NJ
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oxford Health Plans
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$200
first session
$170
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Cory

Cory Birch is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) with 12 years of experience in the mental health field. Cory is passionate about working with adolescents and adults to address their own unique challenges. He specializes in anxiety, depression, men's issues, work-related stressors, and life transitions. Cory has a diverse background in the counseling profession, working with severe and persistent mental illness, autism spectrum disorders, general anxiety, depressions, trauma, and much more. 

Cory completed his Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Centenary University. He utilizes a mix of treatment approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and client-centered, to best work with each client's unique needs. 

We all have our unique challenges in life. Cory is confident he can support you and help you achieve your goals in treatment.

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Get to know Cory

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

To assist others through their life challenges in a non-judgemental and neutral setting.

What types of clients do you work with best?

Those who are eager to work on their goals.

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

I have a diverse experience and am excited to work with any new clients.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

Therapy isn't what you see on TV where you sit on a couch and talk while I take notes out of view. It's more interactive and engaging than that.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

The opportunity to continue to grow clinically.

What inspires you?

Seeing others rush to aid in time of need.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

A more casual conversation where the ultimate goal is to get to know one another better.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

To better get to know the client.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first counseling session?

I am a more laid back clinician and will likely come across that way. The initial goal is to get to know one another.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

This varies depending on the season. I do small woodworking things, kayaking, video games. Whatever grabs me on the day.

What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

My friends will tell you that I tend to be sarcastic, but am a very caring person.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMedical / Health Issues, Behavioral Issues, Infidelity, Autism, ADHD, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Divorce, Grief, Coping Skills, Men’s Issues, Self Esteem, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
ApproachesHumanistic / Rogerian, Motivational Interviewing, Any / Eclectic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
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Education and training

Years in practice
12 years
Graduating institute
Centenary College
Graduating degree
Master's in Counseling Psychology
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1194115022
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State of practiceNJ
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License number3700509500
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Practice information

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