Compassionate, evidence-based care.
Tailored, client-centered therapy designed to cultivate growth, strengthen resilience, and achieve lasting change from the comfort of your home.
“I focus on building a strong, collaborative relationship: a safe, supportive space for growth and self-understanding.”
I'm Dr. Megan DeRiso (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist providing virtual therapy for clients across New Jersey and PSYPACT participating states. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, life transitions, sleep difficulties, body image concerns, chronic health challenges, and recovery from narcissistic abuse.
My career began in medical settings supporting patients with complex health conditions, but I discovered my passion in providing ongoing therapy and supporting clients through long-term growth and well-being.
Learn more about Dr. DeRiso →If this is your first time in therapy, welcome.
Taking the first step to start therapy can feel incredibly vulnerable. Many people worry about being judged or having something “wrong” with them. In therapy, most people discover that the emotions, stressors, and challenges they face are common and part of the human experience.
If you're curious about therapy or have questions about how it works, I encourage you to reach out. Even a brief conversation may help you feel more comfortable and decide whether therapy is the right fit for you.
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Therapy from the comfort of your home.
Telehealth available in all 43 PSYPACT participating states, including New Jersey.
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“Dr. Megan DeRiso is an exceptional psychologist and an even better person. She is my first choice for referrals because I know her care is authentic and her skill is unmatched.”
Dr. Olivier van Hauwermeiren, Founder of OVH Psychology
“Dr. DeRiso is a warm, compassionate, thoughtful, and highly knowledgeable psychologist who is deeply committed to supporting her clients. I am grateful to benefit from her expertise through consultation and to have her as a trusted referral source, particularly related to anxiety and complex health concerns.”
Dr. Elizabeth (Tish) Hicks, Clinical Psychologist
“I had the privilege of working alongside Dr. DeRiso as a colleague, and I can confidently say she is an exceptional clinician. She is deeply client-centered, considering the full picture of a client's wellbeing, and a culturally competent clinician who honors each client's intersecting identities.”
Dr. Ashley Pallathra, Clinical Psychologist
“Dr. DeRiso presents with utmost professionalism, empathic presence, relational authenticity, and sound, specialized knowledge of evidence-based interventions to meet her clients wherever they are on their journey.”
Dr. Caroline Haskamp, Psychological Consulting Services
“One of the kindest, most empathetic, and authentic psychologists I've had the pleasure of knowing. She is always a trusted resource when I need a consult. If I had a patient relocating to NJ, I would not hesitate to refer them to Dr. DeRiso.”
Dr. Kaitlin Forestieri, Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute
“A highly skilled therapist who is incredibly capable in treating concerns related to OCD and anxiety. She takes a human-first approach, which allows her clients to feel seen and heard. I recommend her without any hesitation.”
Dr. Zoe Ross-Nash, CEDS, Founder of Equilibrium Health Advantage
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