Destiny Maldonado, LCSW, Psychotherapist

Need a therapist that feels real, genuine & gets things done?

You’re in the right place.

Hey there! My name is Destiny and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, currently providing both individual and couples therapy virtually. I’m here to help provide you with a safe and supportive space to process & explore your past experiences, improve your relationships, heal & grow. I know that life can get really challenging & life is way too short for ‘just okay’ therapy. Therapy shouldn’t feel boring or as though you’re going to a doctor’s appointment.

I’m here to make sure that you feel understood & heard. I use evidence-based therapies that have been shown to actually work, while staying present & tailoring my sessions to you, based on your needs & goals. No one should be treated the same, because you are not the same.

I prioritize building a genuine and trusting therapeutic relationship. I am here to listen non-judgmentally, to offer tangible, concrete skills to use in your day-to-day life, and to provide you with a reliable and safe space to feel, think, and explore. Sometimes we need others to help us carry the weight & that’s okay.

Therapy with me should feel like a soft place to land. I want you to feel comfortable to come as you are, without any pressure. Life may feel overwhelming right now, but with the right support and tools, we can move past just simply coping. We can begin to feel in control again, heal, grow & experience joy. Ready to get some work done? Let’s connect and start this journey together.

My Areas of Experience and Speciality Include:

  • General Anxiety and Panic Disorders

  • Depression

  • Relationship Issues (Intimate, Family, Friends, etc)

  • Anger Management

  • Personal Growth & Self Esteem Challenges

  • Coping Skills

  • Trauma and Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

  • Intimate Partner Violence/Domestic Violence

  • Grief & Loss

Training and Education:

I’m committed to continuous learning and growth. I continue to pursue training in a variety of areas of clinical practice to ensure that I'm up-to-date on the most relevant and research-driven data and practices. I believe that, in order to remain clinically effective and to provide the best therapeutic practice I can to my clients, I must engage in continuous learning and growth.

I obtained my Master of Social Work degree from Silberman School of Social Work, located in New York, NY. I also obtained my Bachelor of Art degree in Psychology at Hunter College, located in New York, NY. I am currently licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and as a out-of-state telehealth provider in Florida. At this time, I can only provide psychotherapy services to patients currently residing in either New York State or in Florida.

I am clinically trained in a variety of different evidence-based modalities. I tailor each session to the individual client’s needs and goals. Some of the treatment modalities that I approach therapy include:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

  • Psychodynamic Therapy

  • Strengths-based Therapy

  • Narrative Therapy

Get started with a free consultation call today.