Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Sylvia Leal, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 076808
- Licensed in Connecticut
- LCSW, licence 16565
- NPI
- 1013152354
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Sylvia 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
- CBT focused
- DBT skills
- Bilingual English Spanish
About Sylvia
Sylvia Leal is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Connecticut and New York with 20 years of experience. She practices bilingually in English and Spanish and focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes.
Sylvia works with people who are dealing with abandonment issues, attachment concerns, caregiving strain, chronic illness or pain, and communication or commitment problems. She also supports those navigating divorce, blended family challenges, body image worries, codependency, and domestic violence aftermath. Her practice describes practical skill building and communication work alongside emotional processing.
Her clinical approach mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered methods. In sessions she focuses on identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing emotion regulation skills, and strengthening how people relate to themselves and others. The work aims to be concrete and skill-oriented as well as reflective.
Sylvia draws on two decades of clinical experience to help people manage symptoms and daily stresses while also addressing relationship patterns rooted in early attachments. Conversations often include step-by-step strategies for coping and clearer communication techniques. She explains options in plain language and works with each person to set realistic goals.
To get started clients choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
BHow sessions work
How Sylvia’s approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values even when they feel distressed. It is often useful for anxiety, low mood, and life transitions where values-based direction matters.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns. In sessions this means talking about relational expectations and practicing different ways of connecting and responding to others.
Clients can expect Sylvia to treat finding the right approach as a collaborative process. She will discuss options, try what seems to fit, and adjust plans based on the person’s goals and feedback. That discussion is part of the first sessions rather than a one-time decision.
If you want to try online work, confirm the exact session formats before booking. The therapist’s biography does not list specific formats here, so check which formats are offered in your area. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule therapy around work, caregiving, or health needs, and they can shorten travel time or allow for a quicker check-in when that is helpful.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York, Connecticut
Languages
English, Spanish
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Sylvia focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and related concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She combines practical skill teaching with reflective work. Sessions often use structured practices from CBT and DBT alongside attachment-informed conversations.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Sylvia has 20 years of experience working in psychotherapy. That experience informs both short-term skills work and longer-term relational exploration.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licensure in Connecticut and New York, practicing out of New York.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What does therapy cost and how are sessions billed?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers