- Stress management
- Parenting support
- Social anxiety
About Leonela
Leonela Marte is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practising in New York with seven years of experience. She works with people who face stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. Sessions are offered in English and focus on practical steps people can use outside of therapy.
Her style is straightforward and person-focused. She listens to what is happening now and helps identify small changes that can reduce overwhelm. Conversations cover thought patterns, behavior changes, and coping skills that fit a person's life and responsibilities.
Leonela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address issues such as attachment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, and workplace problems. She also helps with social anxiety and phobia by breaking down feared situations into manageable steps and practicing new responses. Money worries, control issues, isolation, and questions about life purpose are also within her scope.
Clients can expect sessions that balance talking with practical exercises. She works with people to set short-term goals and track progress between meetings. The focus is on skills that can help reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Her model includes collaborative planning so a person understands why an intervention is suggested and how to use it. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the See online therapy options button. The service uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Leonela works with several evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to remote work. Cognitive approaches focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and beliefs that fuel anxiety or low mood; they include practical exercises to practice between sessions. Behavioral exposure methods break down feared social situations into small steps and use repeated practice to reduce avoidance and build confidence in real settings. Skills training targets emotion regulation, communication, and stress management so people have tools to use during the week.Finding the best mix of approaches is collaborative. She and the client review goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps most. The plan can shift as progress is made and new priorities appear, with regular check-ins about what is working.
Practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions around work or caregiving, shorter check-ins when needed, and not having to travel to an office. The specific session formats offered should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list formats explicitly. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to apply skills in everyday life and to maintain continuity of care when schedules are busy.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is evidence-based and practical, focusing on skill building, behavior change, and clear short-term goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practices in New York and holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker).
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; cost varies with location.
How do I begin a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.