Life & Family Guidance, LLC (LFG)
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Life & Family Guidance (LFG) is a private practice that supports individuals, couples, and families who are ready to heal, grow, and create healthier patterns.
About The Founder
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Katie Onitiri, Ed.S, LMFT, LCADC, CCS is the Founder and Clinical Supervisor of Life & Family Guidance, LLC.
Katie specializes in relational therapy and trauma-informed care (EMDR trained), helping individuals, couples, and families strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and create healthier patterns at home and in the workplace. Her approach is practical, supportive, and skills-based—grounded in the belief that lasting change happens when insight and real-life tools come together.
In addition to her clinical work, Katie has over five years of experience as an adjunct professor and clinical site supervisor, supporting graduate-level training and professional development through The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) and Rider University. She is an EMDR-trained therapist, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC), and holds an accredited clinical supervision certificate, which equips her to provide high-quality supervision and leadership in behavioral health settings.
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At LFG, Katie is committed to providing a safe, respectful space where clients feel understood—and leave sessions with clear strategies to move forward.
CEO Katie Onitiri (EdS, LMFT, LCADC, CCS, ACS)
Our Mission
Life & Family Guidance, LLC (LFG) is a private practice that provides therapy and psychoeducation to support healthier living—emotionally, relationally, and professionally.
We work with clients who may be experiencing trauma, anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship conflict, family challenges, or the impact of past experiences that continue to show up in present-day life. Our approach is collaborative and goal-focused, helping you gain insight while also building practical skills you can use immediately.
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Payment & Insurance: Life & Family Guidance offers private-pay services. For couples counseling, sessions are out-of-network and a superbill can be provided upon request. Individual counseling may be available through Headway for clients using insurance, depending on eligibility.
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Questions about cost or insurance? Reach out and we’ll help you understand your options konitiri@gmail.com
Why Therapy?
Therapy isn’t about being “fixed.” It’s about getting support to understand what you’re carrying—and learning how to respond to life in healthier ways.
At Life & Family Guidance, you can expect:
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A nonjudgmental space where you feel respected and heard
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A collaborative approach that helps you build better relationships and create meaningful change
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Support to discover hidden patterns, strengthen emotional skills, and increase self-awareness
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We give you tools that promote personal growth, peace of mind, and healthier decision-making
