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Dr. Gagan Luthra

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

Hello, I am Dr. Gagan Luthra (Ph.D), licensed professional counselor (LPC), Certified Social Worker (CSW) and Board Certified in Addictions (CCS). I am trained in psychiatry and addictions with over 35+ years of experience in this field. I have worked at the largest hospital in NJ as the head of psychiatry, addictions, and practice evidence approach when addressing mental health issues. I am a trained in Trauma -Informed Care in Behavioural Health services and cover several aspects of therapeutic issues that you had suffered during this Pandemic environment . I will encourage all of you who are facing extreme stressors to contact me and prevent rise in use of addictions and other serious mental health issues that may impact your lives . LGBT Affirmative Therapy is effective way of treating the issues of this community. I want LGBTQ clients to know that I support them and their families and have treated couple issues related to their own relationships as well their children school concerns successfully . PTSD Diagnosis is very common with our Veterans and their challenging mental health issues are well recognized by me . Addiction is one of my strong skills and i have helped many clients . Those clients who are struggling with ADDICTIONS , I will be able to introduce them to alternative successful M.A.T approach / Recovery Models etc. I also use Brief therapy models for 8-12 sessions for Sexual abuse, Grief, Anger management , Stress , Social media :Depression & Anxiety etc. Very knowledgeable about Teenage issues and ran several programs at the request of school systems related to Addictiona as well LGBTQ concerns. . My goal is to give you the understanding of different perspectives to your issues to make you feel empowered when you leave the session with new options . I provide the clients the model of therapy like Texting chat , phone call and video chats which is comfortable for them .

Years Experience: 38
Location: New Jersey, United States
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1508930991
Credentials: NJ LPC 37PC00248000, NJ CSW 44SW00317400
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Licenses: LPC (New Jersey) #37PC00248000 exp 2026-11-30 • CSW (New Jersey) #44SW00317400 exp 2026-08-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Depression, Relationship, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Sleeping, Anger, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Female therapist, Gay, Christian, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Dr. Gagan Luthra

Seasoned New Jersey therapist and addiction specialist
  • 38 years’ experience
  • Addictions and trauma
  • LGBTQ-affirmative care

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About

Dr. Gagan Luthra is a seasoned mental health professional practicing in New Jersey with 38 years of clinical experience. He trained in psychiatry and addictions and has served as the head of psychiatry and addictions at the state’s largest hospital, applying an evidence-based approach to assessment and treatment.

He holds a New Jersey license as a professional counselor (LPC number 37PC00248000) and is a certified social worker in New Jersey (CSW number 44SW00317400). He is also board-certified in addictions (CCS).

Dr. Luthra is trained in trauma-informed care for behavioral health services and addresses a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT-related issues, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping disorders, anger management, self-esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, and ADHD.

He provides LGBT-affirmative therapy and has worked with LGBTQ clients and their families on relationship matters and school-related concerns for their children. He recognizes that PTSD is a common diagnosis among veterans and is experienced in addressing their challenges. Addiction treatment is a central strength of his practice; he has helped many clients and offers knowledge of medication-assisted treatment options and recovery models.

Dr. Luthra also utilizes brief therapy models, typically 8 to 12 sessions, for issues such as sexual abuse, grief, anger management, stress, and depression and anxiety related to social media. He has substantial experience with adolescent concerns and has run programs for school systems on addiction and LGBTQ topics at their request.

His therapeutic aim is to broaden clients’ perspectives so they leave sessions feeling empowered with new options. He offers flexible communication methods including texting chat, phone calls, and video chats to match clients’ comfort and needs.

Location: New Jersey, United States
Years Experience: 38
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Addictions, Depression, LGBT, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse

Therapeutic approach: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NJ LPC 37PC00248000, NJ CSW 44SW00317400
  • NPI Number: 1508930991
  • License: LPC (New Jersey) #37PC00248000 exp 2026-11-30 • CSW (New Jersey) #44SW00317400 exp 2026-08-31

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How much experience does Dr. Gagan Luthra have?

Dr. Gagan Luthra has 38 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Dr. Gagan Luthra a licensed therapist?

Yes, Dr. Gagan Luthra is a licensed therapist; he is a New Jersey licensed professional counselor (LPC 37PC00248000) and a New Jersey certified social worker (CSW 44SW00317400).

In which languages does Dr. Gagan Luthra provide therapy?

Dr. Gagan Luthra provides therapy in English, Hindi, Punjabi, Urdu.

Where is Dr. Gagan Luthra located?

Dr. Gagan Luthra is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Dr. Gagan Luthra as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Gagan Luthra by phone, via video, through live chat, or by messaging.

Does Dr. Gagan Luthra work with international clients?

Dr. Gagan Luthra does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Gagan Luthra cost?

The cost of therapy can vary by 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 pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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