Simone Hamilton , LMHC

Simone Hamilton is an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) practicing in New York who draws on six years of clinical experience supporting children, teens, and young adults through a range of emotional challenges. She has worked directly with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, difficulties with assertiveness and boundary setting, and the development of emotional intelligence. Simone’s work reflects a belief that life experiences shape but do not define a person, and that each individual brings unique strengths to the therapeutic process.

Her background spans multiple settings, including schools, college counseling centers, church and community programs, and private practice, where she has provided individual, family, and group therapy. Those varied experiences inform a flexible, person-centered approach that values respect, compassion, warmth, and collaborative partnership. Simone emphasizes meeting clients where they are and tailoring treatment to their specific goals and circumstances.

Simone practices an eclectic blend of evidence-based techniques, drawing from Person-Centered (Rogerian) therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness strategies, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. She approaches therapy as a shared process, supporting clients as they strengthen coping skills, clarify values and life purpose, and work toward greater self-love and functioning. She welcomes the courage it takes to pursue change and offers encouragement and practical support along the way.

Therapeutic Approaches and Virtual Care

Simone Hamilton integrates several evidence-based methods into online sessions to address grief, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and life transitions. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and patterns and building practical skills to manage mood and behavior; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and changing habitual responses. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy offers a set of coping skills for regulating intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress, which can be helpful for strong mood swings and relationship challenges. Mindfulness techniques teach present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, supporting improved emotional awareness, stress reduction, and self-compassion.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Simone works collaboratively with each person to determine what best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and responsive to progress and changing circumstances.

Online therapy with Simone can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without rearranging daily life, and they allow therapy to continue through transitions and changing routines.