About Zachery
Zachery Hammond is a licensed mental health counselor in New York who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and addiction. He also offers coaching for life purpose and decision-making. He speaks English and aims to make first steps feel doable and less overwhelming.
In sessions he keeps conversation direct and respectful. He listens first, then helps people set clear goals and small, practical steps. He adapts the pace to fit what each person needs rather than following a strict script.
Background and approach
He uses a mix of approaches depending on the situation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thinking and change behaviors. Mindfulness practices can help people notice stress and respond more calmly.
Motivational Interviewing is used when someone wants support making a change, like cutting back on addictive behavior. Zachery emphasizes empathy and sensitivity in the work. He aims to build a working plan that makes sense for daily life.
The goal is steady progress, not quick fixes. With four years of professional experience as an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor, he combines practical tools with a collaborative style. He supports people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, and helps them try manageable strategies that fit their lives.
Approaches that translate well to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a supportive relationship so people feel heard and understood; it helps with stress, low mood, and feeling stuck by centering each person's priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches specific skills to change unhelpful patterns, which can be useful for anxiety, panic, and mood concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, helpful for anger, intense distress, and regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to decide which methods fit best for their goals and daily life. Sessions often mix elements from different approaches and adjust over time based on progress and preference.
Online therapy with Zachery uses video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation; phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is low. Live chat and text messaging suit brief check-ins, homework support, or times when writing feels more comfortable. These options help people fit therapy into work, family, and other responsibilities without extra travel.
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- Experience
- 4 years
- Licensed
- New York
- Languages
- English