Mercedelli Graciano , LMHC

Mercedelli Graciano is a bilingual therapist and self-published author of "The Awakening of My Senses," a work created to remind readers that they are not alone with their feelings. She offers counseling in both English and Spanish and guides clients through explorations of self-love using practices of self-care, self-awareness, and self-control, while also recognizing the importance of companionship and healthy community connections.

Licensed in New York as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Mercedelli brings four years of professional counseling experience to her work. Her practice centers on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship and family conflicts, and build lasting emotional habits. She places special emphasis on motivation, self-esteem development, and confidence building, shaping conversations and treatment plans to address each person’s specific needs.

Known for a compassionate, understanding approach, Mercedelli aims to make therapy approachable and the process as seamless as possible. She tailors her dialog and interventions to fit individual goals, helping clients move toward healthier patterns with practical support and respectful collaboration.

Approaches That Guide Online Therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and teaches practical skills for accepting difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to meaningful action. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where values-driven choices matter.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's capacity for self-direction and growth. This approach can be especially helpful for building self-esteem, improving confidence, and processing relationship or family concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It offers concrete techniques for managing symptoms of anxiety and depression and for developing healthier emotional habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Mercedelli Graciano works collaboratively with clients to determine the best fit based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. Licensed professionals and therapists typically combine methods as needed to tailor treatment for each person.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access from different settings. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family, and other commitments while still engaging in meaningful therapeutic work.