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Alexmi Polanco, LMHC

Alexmi Polanco, LMHC

Psychotherapist
5030 Broadway, New York, NY
I was born and raised in Washington Heights, a predominantly Latinx and Hispanic community in New York City. I am the daughter of two Dominican immigrant parents and the eldest of six, making me first-generation (and with hella responsibility). As a result of the "3 strikes" law, my father was deported to the Dominican Republic, and my mother was left to become a single parent and provider of five when I was just 12 years old. With my parents’ roles changing and my mother entering the workforce, I transitioned into the matriarch and became parentified. Shortly after, while at work, a truck hit my mother and tore her ACL, requiring surgery and post-op care. I often struggled to prioritize myself and my own needs because I had the needs of my siblings and mother to look after. This inability to set boundaries with myself and others eventually made me feel disconnected from myself on a deep spiritual level. It wasn’t until I entered college at the College of Mount Saint Vincent and had my first-ever experience with therapy that I learned what trauma was and witnessed how some of my childhood experiences had a lasting impact on me. Through therapy, and later with my father’s passing that catapulted me into my spiritual journey, I began to acknowledge, understand, and shed the layers I had been wearing due to my early life experiences. As I began to heal and go within, I felt more in alignment with my true self. Pursuing a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Long Island University further equipped me to help others reconnect with themselves. It is no wonder I am now helping others on their own journeys of healing and self-discovery.

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About Alexmi Polanco

Clientele seen

Children (<13)
Adults (25-64)
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Alexmi Polanco

I was born and raised in Washington Heights, a predominantly Latinx and Hispanic community in New York City. I am the daughter of two Dominican immigrant parents and the eldest of six, making me first-generation (and with hella responsibility). As a result of the "3 strikes" law, my father was deported to the Dominican Republic, and my mother was left to become a single parent and provider of five when I was just 12 years old. With my parents’ roles changing and my mother entering the workforce, I transitioned into the matriarch and became parentified. Shortly after, while at work, a truck hit my mother and tore her ACL, requiring surgery and post-op care. I often struggled to prioritize myself and my own needs because I had the needs of my siblings and mother to look after. This inability to set boundaries with myself and others eventually made me feel disconnected from myself on a deep spiritual level. It wasn’t until I entered college at the College of Mount Saint Vincent and had my first-ever experience with therapy that I learned what trauma was and witnessed how some of my childhood experiences had a lasting impact on me. Through therapy, and later with my father’s passing that catapulted me into my spiritual journey, I began to acknowledge, understand, and shed the layers I had been wearing due to my early life experiences. As I began to heal and go within, I felt more in alignment with my true self. Pursuing a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Long Island University further equipped me to help others reconnect with themselves. It is no wonder I am now helping others on their own journeys of healing and self-discovery.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

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Alexmi Polanco, LMHC also offers online video visits for patients
Poder Healing
5030 Broadway, New York, NY 10034
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Long Island University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
  • College of Mount Saint Vincent (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1770095978

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Alexmi Polanco frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alexmi Polanco on their profile.

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Alexmi Polanco speaks English.

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