Peter Acevedo, LCSW

Licensed in New York · 11 years in practice

Peter Acevedo is a licensed clinical social worker who has spent over 11 years helping people cope with heavy emotions and difficult life changes.

License and registration

LCSW, New York: 085058 · expires June 2028
NPI: 1255733762 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 11
Languages: English, Spanish

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About Peter

Peter Acevedo is a licensed clinical social worker who has spent over 11 years helping people cope with heavy emotions and difficult life changes. He works from New York and speaks both English and Spanish. He focuses on problems like depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, and the effects of trauma and abuse.

He aims to understand each person's story before offering steps forward. Sessions are straightforward and practical. He listens for attachment wounds, feelings of abandonment, and ongoing loneliness to shape the work together.

Background and approach

In sessions he helps people talk through painful memories and the patterns that keep repeating in relationships. He supports developing clearer boundaries, rebuilding trust, and practicing forgiveness when people want that. He also helps with strategies to manage stress and cravings related to addictive behaviors.

Peter draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques while keeping the conversation grounded. He prioritizes small, manageable changes that fit into daily life. That can mean trying new ways to respond in relationships or building tools to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms.

People who connect with him often want a direct but empathetic guide. He helps set goals, tracks progress, and adjusts the plan as needed. For Spanish speakers or those in New York, he offers sessions in either language and works with whatever mix of phone, video, chat, or messaging makes sense.

Focus areas and approaches

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Online support

How evidence-based techniques translate to online therapy

Peter uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One approach emphasizes understanding attachment and relationship patterns to reduce repeated conflict and isolation. That work helps people notice how past hurts shape current reactions and teaches new ways to connect. Another approach centers on managing anxiety and depression through step-by-step coping strategies, like breaking tasks into small steps and practicing grounding techniques to reduce overwhelming feelings.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review goals, try an approach, and adjust together if something does not fit. This helps make sure the work matches the client’s needs, pace, and preferences rather than following a fixed plan.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. Video lets people read body language and do deeper conversations. Phone can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Chat or messaging can suit quick check-ins, shorter coaching-style support, or when writing helps organize thoughts. These options aim to make therapy easier to fit into daily life while keeping the focus on progress and connection.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Peter focus on?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, and effects of trauma and abuse. He also focuses on abandonment, attachment issues, forgiveness, and loneliness.

What is his therapy style like?

His style is practical and warm. He listens closely, helps set goals, and works on small changes that fit everyday life.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 11 years of experience working as a therapist in clinical settings and independent practice in New York.

What are his credentials and location?

He holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential - LCSW - and practices in New York.

Which languages can sessions be held in?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How are therapy costs handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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