John Abreu
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
New York therapists accepting new clients
Mahiboob Syed-VardhanLMHC · 20 years experienceLGBT · Relationship issues · Stress, AnxietyWork with Mahiboob
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About John
I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I’m a Queer Latin(x) individual, and have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process! I am professionally competent, empathic, and down to earth.
What John helps with
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Attachment issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Narcissism
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Workplace issues
How John works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Kind, thoughtful, caring, and challenges you to look inward and challenges you outwardly when needed.”
- “Working with my therapist has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for myself. They create a calm, safe space while also helping me challenge patterns and grow in a healthy way. I always leave sessions feeling more grounded and understood. Very grateful for their professionalism, patience, and care.”
- “John is the best therapist I have ever worked with! Highly recommend”
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- “He makes me feel confident and comfortable to talk.”
- “Warm and welcoming,friendly and accepting”
- “Just an amazing person and professional. The approach used in therapy is excellent, she really knows how to make us feel comfortable!”
- “John has been incredibly attentive and responsive and has helped me navigate and understand myself in ways that have made a real difference over the past 6 months. Their support, insight and consistency has made a tremendous difference in my life.”
- “John is wonderful, insightful and supportive. He provides me with the tools that I just need at the right moment for my personal growth and mental balance”
- “So far JC has been relatable, understanding and has given me tools, I look forward to continuing to work with them.”
- “John is amazing! When I speak to him I feel like I am speaking to an old friend. He is very insightful. :-)”
- “John always arrives with a bright smile and positive attitude. He is very supportive and well versed in breaking down terminology and explaining things. He doesn't just throw buzz words at you.”
- “John is incredibly supportive, especially to those in the LGBTQ community.”
- “John is a great listener with a warm presence. He always goes above and beyond to help me find the resources I need for a given situation.”
- “He’s absolutely fantastic!!”
- “Very insightful and experienced. Helps resolve actual root cause issues”
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