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Velma Jones

NY LCSW 073440
Credentials
NY LCSW 073440
NPI Number
1417929969
Location
New York
Languages
English
Velma Jones

Accepting new clients

29 years experience | Counselor of Color | Intl Clients Welcome
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About Velma Jones

As a licensed therapist with nearly three decades of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on addressing depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges with compassionate, culturally-informed care.

I bring a deep understanding of women’s issues, life transitions, and multicultural experiences to my therapeutic approach. My work focuses on helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, and navigate personal growth. I’m particularly skilled in supporting young adults, addressing workplace challenges, and working with individuals experiencing stress, mood disorders, and interpersonal difficulties.

My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each client’s unique journey. I draw from evidence-based practices to help clients build resilience, process challenging experiences, and discover their inner strength. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, seeking personal transformation, or working through life transitions, I’m committed to walking alongside you with empathy and professional expertise.

Licenses

LCSW
073440

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Career difficulties
  • Coaching
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Attachment issues
  • Autism and Asperger Syndrome
  • Avoidant personality
  • Blended family issues
  • Caregiver issues and stress
  • Co-morbidity
  • Codependency
  • Commitment issues
  • Communication problems
  • Control issues
  • Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
  • Dependent personality
  • Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
  • Dissociation
  • Divorce and separation
  • Domestic violence
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Eating and food-related issues
  • Family of origin issues
  • Family problems
  • Fatherhood issues
  • First responder issues
  • Guilt and shame
  • Impulsivity
  • Infidelity
  • Jealousy
  • Life purpose
  • Midlife crisis
  • Money and financial issues
  • Mood disorders
  • Multicultural concerns
  • Narcissism
  • Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
  • Panic disorder and panic attacks
  • Personality disorders
  • Phobias
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Postpartum depression
  • Pregnancy and childbirth
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
  • Self-harm
  • Self-love
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Trichotillomania
  • Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
  • Women's issues
  • Workplace issues
  • Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Very easy to open up to very comfortable person gives lots of good advice”

“She's amazing. A gift from God. She helped save my life. She's an angel. Professional, wise, knowledgeable, kind, funny and a good Godly woman.”

“Velma is the best. She has really helped open my eyes to the core issues I have struggles with.”

“I appreciate the feedback and the challenge to be a better person!!”

“I’ve seen therapists before and so has my husband. But Velma is the only one we both love and feel comfortable and excited about talking to on a weekly basis. She is the best.”

“Working with Ms. Velma has been amazing! She is super reassuring , firm, and is super helpful! I always leave therapy feeling better , hopeful and laughing!”

“Velma is the real deal! She listens intently, understands and respects people, and doesn’t waste time or beat around the bush. I requested a more blunt, straight forward style of therapy and she has given it to me still with compassion and empathy. She has helped me understand myself and my thought process and the root of so many issues that other therapists have failed to even scratch the surface of. Can not recommend her enough”

“She is very respectful and polite but i like how honest she can be. She actually listens to you and shows love. Almost like an aunt who knows what she is doing. I like how she is a believer of god and know the scriptures. my time with her is not long but im learning a lot more about my self and how to live a more positive life.”

“A+++ therapist!”

“Very patient and attentive . She cares and loves what she does and it shows”

“Working with Velma helped me understand my ADHD and the self-sabotage that was holding me back.<br /> She’s given me concrete tools and guidance to master how I operate day to day.<br /> I’ve made real, lasting progress because of her support. Thank you Velma!”

“She is kind, patient and extremely knowledgeable!”

“Grateful that I have someone that believes in me.”

“Velma has been great so far! We have only participated in three going on for session so we’re just at the information collection stage prior to what I hope looks like some direction and clarity surrounding our issues. So limited interactions and experience to this point but our experience has been nothing but fantastic, loving, caring, and supportive! For as far as we’ve gotten at this point, I would highly recommend the loving guidance of Ms. Velma.”

“Velma is a stellar therapist. She listens compassionately and response with encouragement and education. She will ask questions when needed and just listen other times. She understands the balance. I would highly recommend her to anyone.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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