Sam Harairy, LAC

Therapist in Montclair, NJ

Spanish Therapy and English

In-Person Therapy in Montclair, NJ

& Online Therapy in NJ

You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of who you are or where you’re headed. Maybe anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity concerns, or a major life transition have left you feeling disconnected from yourself. You may be used to putting others first or overthinking every decision. You’re looking for a space to better understand yourself, feel more grounded and confident, and make meaningful changes that help you build a life that feels authentic to you.

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I work with adolescents, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Drawing from CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and other evidence-based approaches, I’ll help you develop practical tools while exploring the patterns and experiences that may be keeping you stuck.


You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy. My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. We’ll work together at your pace to build on your strengths, navigate challenges, and move toward the life and relationships you want.

Who I Work With

Individual Adults & Teens

Couples

Families

Top Specialties

About Me

MY CLIENTS DESCRIBE ME AS

Warm, empathetic, authentic, supportive, and easy to talk to.

I balance compassion with structure.

I believe in meeting you where you are while also helping you gently challenge patterns that no longer serve you.

TOGETHER WE WILL

Build insight, strengthen coping skills, increase self-confidence, and work toward goals that feel meaningful and sustainable for you.

I BECAME A THERAPIST BECAUSE

I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is to feel understood during difficult moments. My own experiences with identity, acceptance, and life transitions inspired me to support others in finding clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.

EDUCATION

I earned my Master of Arts in Counseling from Manhattan College and hold a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a minor in Marketing Management from Salisbury University.



FUN FACTS ABOUT ME

I love interior design and DIY home projects.

I’m a proud dog dad.

I enjoy traveling and learning about new cultures.

My Experience

Types of Therapy I Use