Luis Abreu

Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship difficulties begin affecting how you feel about yourself and connect with others. You may find yourself overthinking, shutting down, feeling emotionally exhausted, struggling to communicate, or repeating patterns you wish you could change. You may also be worried about your child or teenager and unsure how best to help.

I’m a licensed psychotherapist with more than 14 years of clinical experience working with children, teens, adults, couples, and families. I received my MSW from Hunter College School of Social Work. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, relationship and family conflict, self-esteem concerns, everyday stress, and life transitions.

I also have a particular interest in helping women who struggle with people-pleasing, codependency, boundaries, or consistently putting others’ needs before their own. I provide therapy in English and Spanish.

I believe therapy should feel human, safe, and collaborative. I relate to my clients as people first, not as diagnoses. Beneath the patterns, defenses, expectations, and ways of coping that develop over time is an essence of who we truly are.

My approach draws from psychodynamic therapy, CBT, narrative and solution-focused approaches, DBT-informed strategies, and mindfulness-based practices. Together, we may explore how past experiences and relationships have shaped the way you think, feel, and relate to others, while also developing practical tools for what you are facing today.

My goal is not to fit you into one particular approach, but to understand you as an individual. Therapy can help you recognize patterns that no longer serve you, deepen your understanding of yourself, and develop healthier ways of responding, relating, and moving forward.

You do not need to know exactly where to begin. In our first session, we can start with what is happening in your life right now, what has been feeling difficult, and what you would like to be different. It is also an opportunity for you to get a sense of me and whether you feel comfortable working together.

As therapy continues, our sessions may include exploring emotions, relationships, past experiences, and recurring patterns, as well as building practical skills for managing difficult feelings, communicating more effectively, setting boundaries, and approaching situations differently.

I aim to create a warm, relaxed, respectful, and nonjudgmental space where you can be honest and feel heard. We will work at a pace that feels meaningful to you, with the goal of helping you feel more grounded, confident, connected, and better able to navigate the challenges in your life.