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Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

9 years of experience

Verified by Octave

Licensed

In New Jersey
+ 1 other state

In-Network

Accepting 4 Insurance providers

Meet Liz

I’m a mental health therapist (LCSW) licensed in New Jersey and New York, working with people navigating anxiety and worry that won’t go away, grief and loss, major life changes (such as a new job, move, breakup, or becoming a parent), parenting stress, imposter syndrome, and questions about identity and direction. I help clients feel less stuck, less anxious, and more like themselves again. Life gets hard, and sometimes it stays hard for a while. My approach is warm and direct, as I support clients in reducing anxiety and rebuilding confidence.

I help clients feel less stuck, less anxious, and more like themselves again. Life gets hard, and sometimes it stays hard for a while.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Direct
  • Open-minded
  • Warm

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for New York and New Jersey residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

I enjoy spending time with my family—my husband and two children—and catching up on reality TV shows from the Bravo sphere. I love being outside on sunny days, relaxing or tanning with a good book, or exploring new playgrounds with my family.

Insurance Accepted

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

#44SC06127900 • New Jersey • LCSW

Education

MSW - Social Work, New York University

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

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Frequently asked questions

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi accepts Prime Health, Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, and Independence Blue Cross. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in New Jersey are estimated at $185-195 per session.

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Liz is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey, so clients located in any of those states can book sessions. Liz’s New Jersey license number is 44SC06127900, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi has been practicing therapy for 9 years. Liz’s education and training include MSW - Social Work, New York University. Over that time, Liz has worked closely with Parents, Students, and LGBTQ+.

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi works with Parents, Students, and LGBTQ+ and specializes in Adoption/Foster Care, Anxiety, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, and Stress. These are the areas where Liz spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Liz is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy, and Psychodynamic. In sessions, Liz’s style is authentic, direct, open-minded, and warm. In Liz’s words: “I help clients feel less stuck, less anxious, and more like themselves again. Life gets hard, and sometimes it stays hard for a while.”

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi (she/her) offers therapy in English. Liz identifies as White. Liz provides LGBTQIA+ affirming care.

Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Liz is licensed in New York and New Jersey, and you need to be located in one of those states at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Elizabeth Rende-Bakshi is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Liz will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Liz’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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