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Entry 217599New York / United States

Sal Fata

Sal Fata, LMHC

New York 4 years in practice

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LMHC for stress and relationships

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addictions support
  • LGBT concerns

About Sal

LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) with four years of clinical experience. Sal Fata helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strains, depression, and LGBT concerns. He works directly with clients to talk through feelings and practical problems.

Sal keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what matters now. He listens for patterns that contribute to worry, isolation, or repeated mistakes. Then he helps people try small, manageable changes that can reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.

His work also addresses issues like abandonment, blended family tensions, codependency, communication problems, divorce and separation, and drug and alcohol addiction. He talks through guilt, shame, jealousy, and problems tied to money and life purpose. Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD-related concerns are included in his practice as well.

Sessions are conversational and practical. Sal aims to name the specific thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. He then offers steps people can try between sessions and checks in on how those steps worked.

Sessions are conducted in English and he practices in New York. Sal uses a subscription-based payment model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session via the See online therapy options button.

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How evidence-based approaches translate to remote sessions

Sal uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One common approach involves identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, then testing small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety and compulsive responses. This method helps with worry, obsessive thoughts, and everyday avoidance. Another approach emphasizes clear communication skills and conflict patterns in relationships, with exercises that teach specific ways to express needs and set boundaries.

Choosing which approach to use is part of the work. Sal will collaborate with each person to match techniques to current goals and problems. That joint process includes trying strategies, reviewing how they worked, and adjusting the plan if needed.

If you are considering sessions remotely, please confirm the exact session formats before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online work can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into daily life. Remote sessions can also allow for shorter check-ins, reduce travel time, and avoid the need to be on camera for the entire appointment when that helps someone participate.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Experience

4+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, depression, and LGBT issues, plus related concerns such as abandonment, codependency, and family problems.

What is his therapy style?

Sessions are conversational and practical. He focuses on identifying patterns and trying small changes between sessions.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has four years of experience as an LMHC practicing in New York.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices with a New York client base.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does payment work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

Sal Fata

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