Mercedelli Graciano, LMHC

Mercedelli Graciano is a New York licensed LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and a self-published author of the book "The Awakening of My Senses." She offers bilingual counseling in English and Spanish and invites clients to explore self-love through practical practices such as self-care, self-awareness, and self-control while also emphasizing that individual growth often benefits from companionship and a supportive community.

With four years of professional counseling experience, she concentrates on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship and family conflicts, and establish healthy emotional habits. Her work often focuses on building motivation through self-esteem development and greater confidence, and she draws on understanding and compassion as foundational elements of care.

Mercedelli tailors conversations and treatment plans to the distinct needs of each person, shaping approaches to fit individual goals and preferences. She recognizes that beginning therapy can feel intimidating and strives to make the process seamless and approachable, offering practical guidance and collaborative support throughout the therapeutic journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Mercedelli Graciano integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without being controlled by them, and supports living in line with personal values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and feelings of emptiness. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and build practical coping skills, often applied for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship in which the therapist offers empathy and support while the client leads the pace and direction of change.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself. Mercedelli collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their goals, preferences, and life context, adjusting the plan over time to ensure the best fit.

Online sessions - by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging - provide flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to receive support from home or other convenient locations. These options allow clients to choose the format that feels most comfortable and accessible while maintaining ongoing contact with a licensed professional.