Dr. Megan DeRiso

Dr. Megan DeRiso is a Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist offering therapy via telehealth throughout New Jersey and participating PSYPACT states. She began her training in medical settings, working with patients managing complex health conditions, where she discovered her passion for supporting individuals through all stages of life. Today, in private practice, she combines her interests in anxiety, OCD, and physical health concerns to help clients build long-term strategies for well-being.

My approach

Dr. DeRiso believes the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of effective therapy. She strives to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel supported, explore their experiences, and learn practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, or other challenges. While she specializes in evidence-based treatments for specific conditions, she believes therapy can benefit anyone looking to understand themselves better and improve their quality of life.

Clinical focus

Her clinical work centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety, depression, and stress-related conditions, along with support for body image, disordered eating, and the emotional side of managing medical conditions. She has a special interest in supporting individuals recovering from narcissistic abuse to regain emotional safety and self-trust. Dr. DeRiso also uses exposure-based therapies, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, interoceptive exposures for panic, and gradual exposures for phobias and social anxiety, with mindfulness meditation as a central tool she integrates into care.

Throughout her years of practice, she's had the privilege of witnessing people navigate deeply personal and complex difficulties, and has yet to meet anyone whose struggles are truly “wrong” or abnormal. Therapy should be a safe space to reflect, gain understanding, and work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.