Mercedelli Graciano, LMHC

Mercedelli Graciano is a New York licensed mental health counselor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, family conflicts, and jealousy. She offers sessions in English and Spanish and focuses on building self-esteem, confidence, and healthier emotional habits. Her goal is to make starting therapy feel straightforward and approachable.

She is a self-published author of The Awakening of My Senses, a book meant to remind readers they are not alone with their feelings. Her bilingual approach invites both Spanish and English speakers to explore self-love through practical steps like self-care, awareness, and emotional regulation.

With four years of counseling experience as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - she centers conversations on understanding and compassion. She works collaboratively to tailor the session flow and treatment plan to each person's needs.

Her approach mixes talk-based methods and skills practice. Clients can expect clear explanations, goal-setting, and techniques to manage emotions between sessions. The work often includes improving communication and addressing patterns that hurt relationships or self-worth.

Mercedelli emphasizes motivation and real-world changes. She helps people break down problems into small, manageable steps. The aim is steady progress so daily life feels more manageable and relationships feel more satisfying.

How ACT, CBT, and Client-Centered Work Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It’s often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions by mixing short exercises with everyday practice. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to change thinking and behavior patterns that keep problems going. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and improving emotional habits through homework and clear steps. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a warm, nonjudgmental conversation where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client’s own insight and growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, then try methods that fit those needs. Progress is checked together and methods are adjusted as needed.

Practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fewer travel demands, which can make it simpler to keep regular appointments. Sessions can fit around work, parenting, or school commitments. Because this profile does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking to know whether video, phone, or another format is offered. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to work well across different formats, helping people address relationship concerns, jealousy, parenting challenges, and everyday stress.