Licensed Psychologist, New Jersey
Overview: Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney is a licensed clinical psychologist with more than 14 years of experience providing psychotherapy, psychological assessment, crisis intervention, and behavioral health services across private practice, community mental health, correctional, and residential settings. She earned her PsyD in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Forensic Psychology, as well as master’s degrees in clinical psychology and criminal justice, from Widener University. Her extensive clinical background includes working with individuals experiencing trauma, substance use, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, serious mental health concerns, and complex life circumstances.
Dr. Perry-Goffney’s therapeutic approach is supportive, collaborative, and strengths-based. She brings an understanding of how trauma, relationships, culture, systemic barriers, substance use, and life experiences can intersect and affect emotional well-being. She helps clients build insight, identify strengths, and develop practical coping strategies for creating meaningful change.
Dr Perry-Goffney utilizes therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
Working with Dr. Perry-Goffney, clients can expect a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where they can openly explore difficult experiences and challenges. She works collaboratively with clients to strengthen coping skills, improve relationships, build resilience, and develop strategies for moving forward with greater confidence and balance.
Academic Credentials / Details
PsyD, Clinical Psychology – Widener University
Concentration in Forensic Psychology
MA, Clinical Psychology – Widener University
MA, Criminal Justice – Widener University
BA, Psychology – Rutgers University
Areas of Expertise
Anxiety and Depression
Trauma and PTSD
Addiction and Substance Use
Relationship and Marital Concerns
Grief and Life Transitions
Dr Perry-Goffney works with adults and couples. She also has extensive experience working with adolescents, older adults, veterans, active-duty military members, and culturally diverse populations.
