- collaborative
- direct and relaxed
- focus on relationships
About Andre
Andre Vilarinho is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in New York. He offers virtual therapy for people dealing with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, parenting stress, and self-esteem struggles. His manner is casual and direct, with a light demeanor that aims to put people at ease while keeping therapy focused on change.
He brings five years of clinical experience across community mental health, group practices, and large nonprofit and for-profit organizations. That work included supporting individuals, couples, and families facing anxiety, addiction, trauma, and communication problems. He pays attention to intersectional identities and aims to meet people where they are.
Andre focuses on changing how people feel, think, and behave inside relationships, including how they relate to themselves. He uses practical strategies drawn from Structural Family approaches, cognitive behavioral ideas, dialectical behavior concepts, and humanistic perspectives. Sessions mix listening, feedback, and doable steps to practice between meetings.
His style is collaborative and goal oriented. He works to build a trusting relationship while offering gentle challenges when needed. He also offers coaching-style support for motivation, career questions, and life transitions.
If someone is ready to put in work toward clearer communication, healthier boundaries, or steadier mood, Andre aims to be a steady partner in that process. To begin, prospective clients follow the site's matching and scheduling steps to connect and plan next steps.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Andre draws on Structural Family ideas to look at patterns in how people relate to one another and to spot small changes that shift interactions. This approach can help when communication problems or recurring family tensions are a main concern.He also uses cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. That work is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Elements of dialectical behavior concepts are used to teach practical skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to figure out which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean trying different strategies early on and adjusting plans as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten commute time, and allow quicker check-ins around work or family schedules. For some people, remote sessions let them focus on skills practice in everyday settings and keep consistent momentum between meetings.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He supports people with anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, parenting stress, self-esteem, trauma, intimacy issues, career questions, ADHD, and related worries such as guilt, shame, and dissociation.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is casual, relaxed, and thoughtful with direct feedback when needed. Therapy blends listening, practical steps, and collaborative goal setting.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has five years of clinical experience working in community mental health, group practices, and larger organizations, supporting individuals, couples, and families with varied concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds LMFT credentials and practices out of New York, with virtual work noted for New York and Connecticut in his background.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he see international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What do sessions cost and how are they billed?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a conversation with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability through the platform.