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Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis, LMHC

Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis, LMHC

Psychotherapist
NY
Hi there, I'm Despina! My name is Despina Vougioukas, and I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of professional experience counseling individuals. I hold an MEd in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. My approach I work from a holistic perspective, focusing on creating a custom experience for you using a variety of modalities that are person-centered, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused. My focus I work with individuals dealing with addictions, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, and mental health issues such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress. My communication style I have strong communication skills and keen perceptivity that allow me to develop possible solutions and suggestions to help you gain practical insight into your situation. My goals for you My approach to treatment begins with learning about you and understanding your objectives and goals. Together, we will move at a comfortable pace to work on achieving those goals. My first session with you Our work together begins with learning about you and understanding your objectives and timelines for achieving your goals. By working together, we will pull from your strengths to develop strategies that empower you to reach them.

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.24

Average wait time

4.56

Bedside manner

4.00

About Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis

Focus areas

Anger Management
Marriage Counseling
Stress
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Worry
Cognitive Therapy
Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling
Culturally Sensitive
Coaching
Interpersonal
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis

Hi there, I'm Despina! My name is Despina Vougioukas, and I am a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of professional experience counseling individuals. I hold an MEd in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University. My approach I work from a holistic perspective, focusing on creating a custom experience for you using a variety of modalities that are person-centered, mindfulness-based, and solution-focused. My focus I work with individuals dealing with addictions, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, and mental health issues such as anxiety and post-traumatic stress. My communication style I have strong communication skills and keen perceptivity that allow me to develop possible solutions and suggestions to help you gain practical insight into your situation. My goals for you My approach to treatment begins with learning about you and understanding your objectives and goals. Together, we will move at a comfortable pace to work on achieving those goals. My first session with you Our work together begins with learning about you and understanding your objectives and timelines for achieving your goals. By working together, we will pull from your strengths to develop strategies that empower you to reach them.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Mood Swings
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Cognitive-Behavioral Family Therapy
Depression
Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Columbia University, MEd in Counseling Psychology

NPI number

1932395357

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
4.24
Wait time
4.56
Bedside manner
4.00
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Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis on their profile.

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How do patients rate Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis in reviews?

17 patients have reviewed Despina Vougioukas-Tsekenis. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.24/5. They have a 4/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.56/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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