Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Madeline Abreu, LCSW
New York
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 099422
- NPI
- 1073098521
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Madeline supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Career and motivation
About Madeline
Madeline Abreu is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in New York with seven years of professional experience. She focuses on common day-to-day struggles such as stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, career setbacks, motivation problems, and depression. Her initial aim is to help people name what feels difficult and decide on practical next steps.
She uses straightforward conversation to clarify what someone wants to change. Sessions are presented as a place to talk through feelings and reactions, set small goals, and try new ways of coping. Madeline pays attention to work and life demands that affect mood and decision-making.
When someone brings a relationship concern or career stress, she helps break the problem into manageable parts and tests realistic adjustments. For anxiety and stress she focuses on concrete skills people can use between sessions. For depression she looks at daily routines, energy, and what interruptions to motivation might be addressed.
Madeline works in a collaborative manner and asks practical questions about a person's schedule, supports, and priorities. She helps people plan steps they can use right away and reviews what works over time. Her approach is grounded in everyday problems and solutions rather than abstract theory.
People who want clear, actionable conversation about their stress, work, or relationships will find straightforward guidance. She practices in New York and holds the LCSW credential noted above.
BHow sessions work
Practical approaches and online sessions
Madeline typically uses evidence-based techniques that focus on changing behaviors and building skills. One commonly used approach teaches specific coping skills for anxiety and stress such as short grounding exercises, breathing techniques, and step-by-step ways to break down worries so they feel less overwhelming. This kind of work aims to reduce immediate distress and improve daily functioning.She also works with behavioral strategies to address low mood and motivation. That involves looking at daily routines, identifying small activities that can boost energy, and testing modest changes that fit into a person's current life. For relationship concerns she helps people identify communication patterns and try practical alternatives in real situations.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to decide which techniques match a person's goals, preferences, and day-to-day constraints, and will adjust plans as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it possible to meet during a break at work or from home when scheduling is tight.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, career difficulties, and depression.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses plain, practical conversation to name problems, set small goals, and try out coping strategies between sessions.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional work experience in social work and clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York.
Does she conduct sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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