Charlene Esquilin, LCSW

Licensed in New York · 10 years in practice

Charlene Esquilin is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New York with ten years of experience.

License and registration

LCSW, New York: 089159 · expires June 2028
NPI: 1356700330 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 10
Languages: English

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About Charlene

Charlene Esquilin is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New York with ten years of experience. She uses a person-centered way of working to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship struggles. Her style is warm and practical, focused on clear steps people can try between sessions.

She blends client-centered work with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to address thoughts, feelings, and daily habits. That combination can help with mood shifts, addictive behaviors, anger, and coping with life changes.

Background and approach

Charlene also draws on skills from dialectical behavior therapy to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance. Parents and individuals facing intimacy-related issues or parenting strain will find straightforward guidance and tools to practice at home. She also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and questions around identity and LGBT issues.

Sessions aim to build coping skills and strengthen relationships over time. Charlene emphasizes cultural responsiveness and respect for each person’s background. She listens first, then collaborates on realistic goals and step-by-step plans.

Her manner is direct but empathetic, helping clients notice progress and adjust strategies as needed. Practical matters such as scheduling and session format are handled with flexibility. She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs.

People who start therapy are guided through a simple intake to match goals and preferences.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Charlene lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
ADHD

Approaches Charlene names

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Online support

How evidence-based approaches work online

Charlene uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide online sessions. Client-centered work means she listens closely and shapes the plan around what matters most to the person. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with practical exercises and homework.

She also uses dialectical behavior therapy skills when strong emotions or ongoing stress get in the way of daily life. DBT-based tools teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and effective communication, which can help with mood swings, anger, and relationship strain.

Finding the right approach is part of the online process. Charlene will collaborate with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. That might mean leaning more on mindfulness and CBT for anxiety, or adding DBT skills for emotional regulation. The plan evolves based on what works in session and between meetings.

Online care is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and skill demonstrations. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth or hands-free time is needed. Live chat and text messaging make brief check-ins and homework support easier to fit into a busy day. These options help people keep continuity and practice skills across everyday life.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Charlene address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family difficulties, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, anger, self esteem, career questions, bipolar mood issues, coping with life changes, and ADHD.

What is Charlene’s therapeutic style?

Her work is client-centered and collaborative. She combines cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior skills, mindfulness, and relationship-focused approaches to teach practical tools and coping strategies.

How many years of clinical experience does she have?

She has ten years of experience working in mental health settings and supporting people through a range of life challenges.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds an LCSW credential and practices in New York.

Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Which session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What do I do to begin working with her?

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