Rachael Figueroa, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW supporting emotional resilience
- New York based LCSW
- English and Spanish
- 25 years experience
About Rachael Figueroa
Rachael Figueroa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 25 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, grief and loss, anger, motivation and self-esteem, depression, addictions, sleep difficulties, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She also brings experience addressing challenges related to adoption and foster care, caregiving and aging, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and a range of personality and relational concerns.
Rachael approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around the needs of the individual. She integrates client-centered principles to prioritize the person’s perspective, and draws on evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral and emotionally-focused techniques to address thinking patterns, emotional processing, and relationship dynamics. Therapy is tailored to build confidence, manage difficult emotions, and restore motivation in ways that feel practical and achievable.
Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Rachael honors that step by offering steady, collaborative support. She provides services in English and Spanish and works with adults seeking help in New York. As an LCSW she combines long experience with a compassionate, individualized approach to help people move toward clearer functioning and greater emotional balance.
Rachael approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around the needs of the individual. She integrates client-centered principles to prioritize the person’s perspective, and draws on evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral and emotionally-focused techniques to address thinking patterns, emotional processing, and relationship dynamics. Therapy is tailored to build confidence, manage difficult emotions, and restore motivation in ways that feel practical and achievable.
Beginning therapy often requires courage, and Rachael honors that step by offering steady, collaborative support. She provides services in English and Spanish and works with adults seeking help in New York. As an LCSW she combines long experience with a compassionate, individualized approach to help people move toward clearer functioning and greater emotional balance.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Rachael Figueroa have?
Rachael Figueroa has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Rachael Figueroa a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license information is NY LCSW 076874.
In which languages does Rachael Figueroa provide therapy?
Rachael provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Rachael Figueroa located?
Rachael is located in New York.
How can I work with Rachael Figueroa as my therapist?
You can work with Rachael through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Rachael Figueroa work with international clients?
Rachael Figueroa does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Rachael Figueroa cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online care with Rachael
Rachael blends client-centered work with targeted therapeutic tools to guide people through emotional and behavioral challenges. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a trusting relationship so the person feels understood and empowered to find their own solutions - this approach supports growth around self-esteem, motivation, and coping with loss. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is practical for anxiety, depression, insomnia, and managing cravings or addictive urges. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on understanding and reorganizing emotional responses, which can help with grief, anger, and relationship difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Rachael works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule consistent sessions around work, caregiving, or mobility limitations and allow ongoing therapeutic support from a licensed professional without the need for travel.