- Faith-informed care
- Practical next steps
- Goal-focused support
About Veronica
Veronica Hayes is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York. She brings three years of clinical experience and a faith-informed perspective to her work. Veronica focuses on helping people who are dealing with everyday stress and harder challenges alike. She speaks English and frames therapy around hope and practical steps forward.
Veronica meets people where they are and listens first. She helps clients talk through anxiety, depression, anger, substance use concerns, and coping with life changes. Parenting stress, relationship strain, grief, trauma, and issues with sleep or eating are also within her areas of focus. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions toward clear, achievable goals.
Sessions tend to be conversational and goal-oriented. Veronica combines encouragement with concrete suggestions people can try between meetings. Faith can be part of the conversation when clients want that to be included. The aim is to leave each session with a small next step to practice in daily life.
Her style is warm and direct, with an emphasis on building resilience and restoring a sense of possibility. She encourages questions and adjusts the pace to fit each person. People who value a hopeful, grounded approach often feel comfortable working with her.
Veronica invites those ready to explore change to begin with a short intake and matching process. Starting therapy involves a brief questionnaire and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options
Veronica uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage symptoms and build skills. One common approach focuses on teaching practical coping skills for anxiety, depression, stress, and anger. This involves learning simple breathing and grounding exercises, identifying unhelpful thought patterns, and practicing small behavioral changes that reduce distress over time.Another approach centers on problem-solving and goal setting for life transitions, career stress, parenting challenges, and relationship strain. This method breaks larger problems into manageable steps, sets clear short-term goals, and tracks progress so clients can see real change between sessions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Veronica collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs, goals, and faith preferences. She adjusts methods as therapy progresses so the plan stays practical and relevant.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. The practical benefits often include easier scheduling around work or childcare, the ability to check in from different locations, and shorter or more frequent touchpoints when needed. Discussing formats during the matching process will clarify what works best for your life and routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Veronica address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, anger, addictions, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping challenges, parenting stress, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is conversational and goal-focused. Veronica blends encouragement with concrete suggestions people can try between sessions.
What is her clinical background?
Veronica has three years of experience working in mental health settings and emphasizes hope and practical support in sessions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LMHC credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.