Leonela Marte , LCSW

Leonela Marte is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with seven years of clinical experience supporting people through depression, stress, anxiety, trauma, and challenges related to parenting. She works with clients who struggle with motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, and she addresses the impact of abuse and traumatic experiences with sensitivity and care.

Her practice centers on respect and compassion, with treatment plans tailored to each individual rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Leonela emphasizes practical strategies alongside emotional processing so clients can manage symptoms and make meaningful changes in daily life. She frames therapy as a collaborative process, offering steady support as people take the often difficult first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Through focused conversations and personalized goals, Leonela helps clients work through current difficulties, strengthen coping skills, and pursue long-term personal growth and well-being. Her approach is designed to adapt to the needs of each person, helping them move from feeling stuck to finding clearer direction and greater resilience.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

Leonela Marte uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and emotional processing. One approach emphasizes skills-based work that teaches coping strategies for stress, anxiety, and day-to-day challenges - these techniques help clients develop tools for managing symptoms, improving communication, and handling parenting or workplace pressures. Another common focus is trauma-informed support that helps people process painful experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and self-worth - this work can be useful for those dealing with abuse, attachment concerns, or the long-term effects of trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Leonela works collaboratively with each person to determine which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds so therapy stays relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for accessing that care. Video calls and phone sessions allow for real-time conversation and focused work, while live chat and text-based messaging provide flexible options for shorter check-ins or when in-person visits are not possible. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain ongoing support from licensed professionals and therapists when it is needed.