All of us at the Counseling Center of New Jersey want to make you feel welcomed as you take the first step towards living a life you love. You might be wondering what this first appointment will look like. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect, so you can arrive feeling more at ease and informed.
Intake Process
You’ve likely been sent an invite via email from TherapyPortal to create an account using our client portal. On the portal, you will find all required paperwork that needs to be completed prior to your first appointment. Paperwork includes:
- CCG Office Policies
- Consent Forms
- Client History Form
- Client Information Form
- Emergency Contacts Form
If you have questions regarding any of these forms, don’t hesitate to reach out beforehand—we’re happy to walk you through them.
Parsippany, NJ Office Location and Parking
Address:
2001 US-46
Suite 310, Office #25
Parsippany, NJ 07054
Parking:
Our building is located in Waterview Plaza on Route 46 in Parsippany and includes a large parking lot onsite.
Entry:
As you enter the main building you’ll see a digital sign in the lobby that describes our office suite as, 310 Regus. You’ll want to take the elevator to floor 3. Once you arrive to our suite you may wait in the waiting area and the receptionist or your therapist will come out and escort you to our office which is #25.
Handicap access: The back entrance of the building includes a ramp for handicap access. If using this entrance, individuals may walk in, and follow it around to the front lobby for elevator access.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Helpful Tips for Your First Visit
Your first session is an opportunity for your therapist to get to know you—what brought you in, what’s been on your mind, and how you’ve been feeling.
- Plan to arrive a few minutes early to get settled.
- Bring any questions or notes you want to reference.
- Dress comfortably—this is your space to relax and be yourself.
It’s okay if you don’t know exactly where to start—your therapist will help guide the conversation.
After the Session
After the first session it is also normal to feel a mix of things—relief, hope, exhaustion, uncertainty. You might even wonder if you “said the right things.” The truth is, there’s no right or wrong way to show up. Just by taking that first step, you’ve already done something brave and important. The CCG clinician and intake teams are also always available to answer any questions and to help you navigate your time at the Counseling Center Group.
