Mayra Vega - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

15 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Mayra Vega

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of New York with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients with a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, career challenges and life changes. My specialty is LGBTQ+ related issues in adolescence and throughout the lifespan, as well as gender studies. Additionally, I have worked with issues related to homelessness, immigration status, and family of origin.

My counseling style is client-centered, strengths-based, and culturally sensitive. I am committed to providing my clients with an environment that is non-judgmental, supportive, and interactive. My approach is always determined by the individual client’s needs and I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion without stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and rational-emotive behavior therapy. I strive to adapt and mold therapy goals to meet each individual’s unique and specific needs.
**Unfortunately, I do not have specific training in the areas of OCD, Autism, Sexual dysfunctions, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Neuro Cognitive Disorders.

It takes strength and courage to seek help. It is a sign of willingness to change. You should be proud of yourself for taking the first step in the journey toward being your best self.

Licenses

LCSW

091349

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Domestic violence
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Immigration issues
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-love
Sexuality
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English
Portuguese
Spanish

7 Reviews

“She is an excellent therapist. I have felt heard and supported. She puts in an effort to reach out and help me in anyway she can.”

“Mayra is a positive influence who gives me unbiased feedback. She is able to see my issues without emotional attachment, which is helpful.”

“I was very pessimistic about therapy before finding Mayra after several negative experiences but she made me feel comfortable right away (not a small feat!) and I've noticed a significant improvement in my anxiety after only a few weeks.”

“Even after only two sessions with Mayra, I have been able to come out of our sessions with actionable steps to my struggles. She pushes me out of my comfort zone and makes me feel like I can do the hard things. She's been great so far!”

“I’m getting homework from her which makes me accountable and keeps me focused on what I need to do”

“Me now and me three months ago are two different persons. I have wings now! With Mayra’s help I’m learning and unlearning so much and quality of my life has improved. I’m getting rid of habits that were detrimental and building a stronger self. I appreciate all her care and work. Homework is the essential part of work with her and it has been very interesting! Thank you Mayra!”

“From 3-4 months of our weekly sessions, I feel big improvements in my wellbeing and I am very grateful for my sessions with Mayra! I feel such great progress in my daily life, my mindset. Mayra provided me with rousers to implement relaxation technics in my daily life. I couldn't dream of better support from a counselor. I feel improvement throughout my well-being, livelihood, relationship, and self-care. <br /> I had done therapy and counseling before, and I never had someone that I can connect and trust that well. Mayra helping me with LGBTQ-related issues, trauma and abuse, family conflict, immigration and adaptation-related issues, as well as feelings of homesick. This is really essential education for me that will benefit me throughout my life.”

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