About
She has a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Ohio State University and has worked in various settings, including universities, community mental health agencies, and private practice. Dr. Vira specializes in relationship issues, parenting, and anger management, and uses a relational, emotionally-focused approach to therapy. She is trained in Imago Relational and Emotionally Focused Therapies and has worked with clients on a wide range of issues, including relationship distress, mood disorders, and PTSD. Dr. Vira is licensed to practice in New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Washington, Georgia, and Michigan, and is affiliated with the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, the New Jersey Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, and the International Center for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy. She maintains a private practice in Chatham, NJ, where she sees clients from diverse backgrounds and age ranges.
Insurance & payment
Dr. Vira accepts Aetna insurance and is out of network for other insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Out of network
Listed fee: $295 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individual Therapy
Dr. Vira works with individuals to facilitate change, personal growth, and greater contentment, exploring parts of the self and relationship that cause distress and developing strategies to achieve desired goals.
Couples Therapy
Dr. Vira uses a relational, emotionally-focused approach to work with couples, helping them understand and change unhealthy patterns and develop a more loving and connected relationship.
Family Therapy and Parenting
Dr. Vira works with families and parents to help them navigate relationship issues, parenting challenges, and other concerns, using a relational, emotionally-focused approach to promote understanding, growth, and connection.
Anger Management
Dr. Vira helps clients develop alternative ways to express their ideas and feelings, reducing the use of anger and promoting a more positive and meaningful life.