Zachery Hammond, LMHC

Zachery Hammond, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in New York with four years of clinical experience. He focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, address addictions, process trauma and abuse, and develop healthier ways of coping with anger and depression. He also works with issues such as communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, men’s issues, mood disorders, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety.

Zachery combines evidence-based methods including Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. He approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around what matters most to the individual. Zachery emphasizes collaboration and practical skills alongside emotional exploration so clients can build resilience and move toward a more fulfilling life.

Seeking change takes courage, and Zachery positions himself as a supportive guide and coach throughout that process. He aims to empower clients to set meaningful goals, try new strategies, and take steady steps toward improved wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Zachery uses Client-Centered Therapy to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where each person’s perspective guides the work. This approach helps when clients need empathy, validation, and individualized pacing to explore feelings and goals. He also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - a practical, skills-focused approach that examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact. CBT is useful for addressing anxiety, panic, mood challenges, and patterns that maintain distress. When emotional regulation and interpersonal skills are central concerns, Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques are employed to teach tools for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Zachery works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to determine which methods best fit a person’s needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and daily life. These options increase access to consistent care and allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that feel most comfortable and convenient.