Isabel Villegas, LICSW, LCSW
- Trauma and parenting
- CBT and EFT
- Bilingual English Spanish
About Isabel Villegas
Her practice addresses compassion fatigue, adoption and foster care concerns, attachment difficulties, codependency, family problems, and issues such as guilt, shame, and forgiveness. Isabel also brings attention to multicultural and immigration-related concerns, women's issues, workplace stress, seasonal affective disorder, and the needs of young adults. She works in both English and Spanish to increase access for bilingual clients.
Isabel creates an open, nonjudgmental space where clients are invited to explore thoughts and feelings honestly. She emphasizes collaboration, helping people identify strengths and practical steps toward coping and healing. Aware that starting therapy can take courage, she honors that first step and supports each client through the initial process and beyond.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Isabel Villegas have?
Isabel Villegas has 23 years of professional experience.
Is Isabel Villegas a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials. License details are MA LICSW 127299 and NY LCSW 072845.
In which languages does Isabel Villegas provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Isabel Villegas located?
Isabel Villegas is located in New York.
How can I work with Isabel Villegas as my therapist?
You can work with Isabel Villegas through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Isabel Villegas work with international clients?
Isabel Villegas does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Isabel Villegas 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 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
Isabel draws on client-centered therapy to place the person's experience at the center of care, creating a supportive environment where clients lead the pace of exploration and healing - this approach is helpful for those seeking validation, self-understanding, and stronger personal agency. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors; CBT can be effective for depression, anxiety, and coping with life changes by offering practical tools and structured steps. In addition, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps individuals and families tune into core emotions and improve relational bonds, making it useful for attachment issues, parenting challenges, and relationship repair.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Isabel works with each person to match therapeutic methods to their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds so the plan fits the unique situation.
Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text messaging - offer flexibility for busy schedules and for those who prefer remote access. These options make it easier to connect with licensed professionals and therapists from different locations, accommodate varying comfort levels with communication styles, and maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are not possible.