Veronica Hayes
LMHC
Faith-informed counselor offering practical support
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- LMHC in New York
- Hope-focused approach
- Short-term strategies
About Veronica
She helps people dealing with stress and worry, depression, anger, and substance use concerns. She also supports those working through grief, relationship strain, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. Veronica uses everyday language to keep conversations grounded and clear.
Sessions focus on open dialogue and practical steps that clients can try between meetings. Veronica emphasizes hope and positive expectation while helping clients identify small changes that matter. She encourages clients to set realistic goals and track progress over time.
Her approach aims to empower people rather than overwhelm them with jargon. Veronica often blends coping skills, behavioral strategies, and values-based discussion to match what each person needs. She invites clients to shape the work so it fits their life and beliefs.
If someone is looking for a therapist who combines faith-informed perspective with hands-on support, Veronica offers that blend. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and can start by completing the site’s intake steps.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online care and collaboration
Veronica integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques into simple, practical steps that clients can apply between sessions. One common approach focuses on teaching coping skills and behavioral strategies to reduce worry, manage anger, and improve sleep. These are hands-on techniques that help people change day-to-day routines and reactions.Another approach centers on values-based conversation and goal setting to strengthen motivation and self-esteem. This helps people clarify what matters to them and take manageable actions toward those priorities. Both approaches are useful for mood, stress, relationship strain, and navigating life changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Veronica collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and beliefs. She encourages feedback and adjusts the plan as people try techniques and report what helps.
If you are interested in online therapy, please confirm current session options before booking since individual formats are not specified here. Online care can make fitting therapy into a busy life easier by reducing commute time, allowing a shorter check-in on a lunch break, or avoiding the need to be on camera when that feels difficult. Licensed professionals can tailor session pacing and tools so therapy fits everyday schedules.
At a glance
- Listed location
- New York
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Languages
- English
- License (New York)
- LMHC · No. 009906
- NPI
- 1548870033
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Veronica address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, grief, relationship and self-esteem issues, plus other life changes listed in her specialties.
What is her general therapeutic style?
Veronica uses straightforward conversation, practical coping steps, and values-based discussion to help people make small, manageable changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working in mental health settings and brings that background into her practice.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, listed as LMHC, and practices in New York.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to clients within the permitted jurisdiction.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.