Adenia Perez , LCSW

Adenia Perez is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with eleven years of experience supporting people through meaningful change. She earned a BA in social work from Lehman College in 2010 and an MSW from Hunter College in 2012, and has practiced across nonprofit agencies, schools, and community settings to help adults and children navigate depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions.

Her clinical experience spans mood disorders, identity development, PTSD, OCD, and challenges with self-esteem and negative self-talk. She has also worked with LGBTQ clients and those coping with abuse, helping them build practical skills and new perspectives. Adenia has pursued specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), behavior modification, the principles of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, strength-based approaches, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques.

In sessions she strives to create a genuine, respectful, and hopeful environment, treating each person as the expert of their own story and drawing on their strengths to achieve goals. Adenia focuses on concrete plans and collaborative work, helping clients identify priorities and develop steps toward change. She offers services in both English and Spanish and is available to accept new clients, including international clients, from her Arizona practice.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Flexible Online Support

Adenia Perez draws on several practical therapies to help clients address patterns that cause distress and to build skills for better day-to-day functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward a meaningful life - this approach is useful for anxiety, low motivation, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through concrete techniques and practice - it is often effective for depression, anxiety, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, listening, and collaboration so clients feel heard and supported while exploring their goals and decisions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Adenia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies over time as progress is made.

Online therapy with Adenia offers flexible options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit support into a busy schedule or to connect from a distance. These formats allow licensed professionals to provide consistent guidance, skill-building, and ongoing coaching in ways that can feel convenient and accessible for many clients.