Esteban Rios, LCSW — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Esteban!

I am a therapist in the human services field. My practice focuses on supporting individuals in understanding their experiences and making adjustments as needed.

My focus

I have provided therapy to individuals, couples, and families, focusing on issues such as anxiety, depression, and substance use in individual counseling sessions.

My approach

I prioritize clients' needs and goals using a holistic framework. I implement evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.

My communication style

My communication style is conversational, and I aim to provide a setting where clients can express themselves without judgment.

My journey to mental healthcare

Throughout my career, I have focused on supporting others in their pursuits. I am confident that all individuals possess the ability to strive for and accomplish their goals.

My goals for you

Goal setting is person-centered and collaborative. Clients decide the pace at which we proceed toward their goals.

Our first session

The first session consists of discussing the purpose of therapy and establishing a treatment plan. Background information is collected to help determine the approach for subsequent sessions.

I identify as...

Male
Hispanic or Latinx

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Art Therapy

Behavioral Activation

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Gay

LGBTQIA+

Educators

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Military/Veterans

Non-Binary

Police/Fire/First Responders

Queer

Racial Justice

Recovery/12 Step Friendly

Sex Worker

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work from Lehman College of the City University of New York.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Esteban Rios