Licensed to practice in New York and accepts 21 insurances. Specializes in Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ and 10 more.

JC Abreu

(she/her)

LCSW, 7 years of experience
Authentic
Warm
VirtualAvailable

Hello! My name is JC Abreu, and I am passionate about helping people navigate life's challenges while discovering their resilience and capacity for growth. I believe healing is possible for everyone, and I strive to create a supportive, affirming space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to become your most authentic self. I have experience working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, adults, older adults, first responders, survivors of domestic violence, individuals with substance use concerns, couples, families, and clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. I treat a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addiction, anger management, bipolar disorder, OCD, co-dependency, grief, self-esteem, relationship challenges, family conflict, divorce, men's issues, spirituality, race-related concerns, vocational stress, and life transitions. I know reaching out for help can feel vulnerable, especially when you're carrying anxiety, sadness, trauma, or the weight of life's stressors. My goal is to provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can show up as you are and move toward greater healing, confidence, and emotional well-being. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices tailored to your unique needs. I feel especially honored to work with LGBTQIA+ individuals, first responders, and couples and families seeking stronger relationships. Together, we'll build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change. It would be a privilege to support you on your journey, and I look forward to meeting you.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

You can expect a warm, inviting, non-judgmental, and professionally competent therapist, that can meet you right where you are!.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strength is my eclectic work experience within the field of social work and mental health. I have been privileged to work with a wide variety of clients in my time within the field. I am a passionate and compassionate therapist.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work with multiple populations including LGBTQIA+, adults, aging, victims of DV, substance abuse, families, couples, cross-cultured client, and first responders. I work with a wide range of mental health complexities including but not limited to: Addiction, ADHD, anger management, anxiety, depression, impulsivity, bipolar disorder, co-dependency, life coaching, men’s issues, OCD, race related issues, self-esteem, DV, divorce, family conflict, spirituality, trauma, and vocational stress. I am a warm, empathic, passionate, eclectic, professionally, and culturally competent therapist. I look forward to hearing from you!

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

ADHD

Bipolar Disorder

Grief

Health/Medical Issues

Self Esteem

I identify as

Christian

Serves ages

Licensed in

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

By understanding thought patterns, emotional responses, and behavioral presentation, the therapist and client can work on altering negative thought patterns, identifying better coping skills, and regulating emotions, which will impact behavioral presentations.

Trauma Informed Care

Trauma happens suddenly and without warning, and can have a devastating effect on our lives. Understanding the various aspects impacted by life events which cause negative outcomes has helped my clients from a holistic perspective. With gentle, and informed care, trauma can be identified, processed, and you can continue to live your life without it holding you back.

Strength-Based

We all have strengths! We may not all understand our strengths, or need support in beginning to use them again. Therapy is a great, safe place to identify and practice the strengths you already have, and build new ones.

, 1 ratings

1 rating with written reviews

July 11, 2026

JC is the fifth or sixth therapist I have worked with, and I have never felt so optimistic after a first session. She really leaves space for me to speak. Other therapists make me feel like there is a script I need to learn. I can discover myself with JC.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with JC