What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.92
Average wait time
4.98
Bedside manner
4.93
“It was a great experience. As this is my first time trying therapy, I felt heard and seen, and he helped me realize some underlying things. He helped me understand where certain things could have originated from and showed me some different ways to look at things. It was a very welcoming atmosphere. ”
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“Definitely would recommend. Very clear communication before the appointment, and I contacted him last minute with a request, and Leo was very kind and patient, and took time to work within my schedule with no issues. It was my first appointment, he clearly introduced himself and the process, and even when I would get emotional during moments, he was very kind, understanding, and I felt very safe to be honest.
Thank you!”
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About Dr. Leo Gonzalez
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Confidence Issues
Stress
Anxiety
Depression
Worry
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Existential
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Leo Gonzalez
PLEASE NOTE: You may not be directly working with Leo by booking this appointment and may be seen by another clinician at New Generation Mental Health Counseling who is under Leo’s supervision.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree from St. John’s University, a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from St. John’s University, and a PhD in Counseling from Oregon State University. My mission is to provide the highest quality evidence-based psychotherapy for our clients. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties. I understand that each client I work with is a unique individual and embrace cultural sensitivity. I aim to provide a safe and empathic environment to help all clients feel comfortable throughout their counseling journey.
What should a new client know about working with you?
PLEASE NOTE: You may not be directly working with Leo by booking this appointment and may be seen by another clinician at New Generation Mental Health Counseling that is under the supervision of Leo.
Hi, my name is Leo Gonzalez. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York. I graduated from St. John's University with my M.S. Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a person-centered approach. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults struggling with emotional, behavioral, and relational difficulties.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My goal as a clinician is dedicated to helping YOU become empowered to discover your greatness. Together we will work on learning new coping skills and challenging self-defeating thoughts to accomplish and achieve your goals. I understand that each client I work with is a unique individual and embraces cultural sensitivity. I aim to provide a safe and empathic environment to help all clients feel comfortable throughout their counseling journey. I teach my clients to replace unhelpful self-defeating thinking patterns and behaviors with productive ones. Change is difficult, but you have taken the first steps toward making a change in your life.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $250 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 55 minutes
Education and background
Practice names
Board certifications
- National Board for Certified Counselors
Education and training
- St. John's University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
- Oregon State University, PhD in Counseling
- St John's University (Bachelor's)
NPI number
1073175238
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.98
Bedside manner
4.93
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I look forward to my sessions with Leo every week. He’s given me some good tools and remembers the details.
More than 1 year agoJP
My visit with Leo, was great! He’s good at what he does and i would recommend him to anyone.
More than 1 year agoAG
Leo has been a great help during my quest to improve my mental health; highly recommended.
More than 1 year agoEB
Mr. Gonzalez was very professional, easy to talk to and gave me sufficient time to vent..
April 16, 2021Michell W.Verified patientVideo visit
Super happy with Leo. I always look forward to seeing him!
More than 1 year agoYC
It was a great experience. As this is my first time trying therapy, I felt heard and seen, and he helped me realize some underlying things. He helped me understand where certain things could have originated from and showed me some different ways to look at things. It was a very welcoming atmosphere.
March 4, 2026Initials hiddenVideo visit
Definitely would recommend. Very clear communication before the appointment, and I contacted him last minute with a request, and Leo was very kind and patient, and took time to work within my schedule with no issues. It was my first appointment, he clearly introduced himself and the process, and even when I would get emotional during moments, he was very kind, understanding, and I felt very safe to be honest.
Thank you!
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All of my sessions with Leo have been great. I learn something from each one. I’ve really come along way with my anxiety/panic attacks since we’ve started working together. My coping skills are healthier and stronger than ever. I’ve had some set backs but I’m much better at diffusing moments of anxiety/panic and getting myself back on track by using tools I’ve learned in our sessions. Even looking past my anxiety Leo has helped me in other areas of my life as-well (moving, work problems, conversations with loved ones). I feel very comfortable talking and sharing with Leo and he is definitely someone I trust. I look forward to our sessions.
More than 1 year agoBH
It's always a pleasure seeing Dr. Gonzalez! I appreciate the time he takes to listen to my concerns, and I always feel that our sessions are productive.
More than 1 year agoQM
Patient and smooth first session
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Leo is very straight forward while still exhibiting amazing bedside manner. From the first session we jumped right into it and it has been great so far. I would recommend him to all of my friends and family
April 6, 2021Adrienne G.Verified patientVideo visit
Leo is really attentive, empathetic and takes the time to fully understand what I’m going through. Constant support with each session I have with him, I always look forward to our sessions!
More than 1 year agoAP
Amazing professional with great skills
More than 1 year agoMN
My visits with Leo have been very instrumental in my mental health journey. He has introduced the appropriate tools and methods to use to communicate my feelings effectively. Leo is a great listener, very welcoming and relatable. I recommend his services to everyone in need of a great therapist.
More than 1 year agoCS
My visit went very well, Leo was very informative as well as patient with me when discussing certain things in my life. He is very realistic and has great perspective on different situations
More than 1 year agoAG
He is great. Answered all my insurance questions, was on time and communicative before the session. Didn’t wait even a minute for our appointment. He has a great deminor and I felt comfortable in the appointment. Highly recommended
March 6, 2021Darian M.Verified patientVideo visit
Leo has been consistently kind, knowledgeable, and professional. He's very receptive and the treatment plans reflect this as well. He's helped me a lot personally, and he's been a pleasure to work with. I can't recommend him enough.
More than 1 year agoBB
Leo had been an amazing help for me! When I first went to see him I was nervous and felt as though I had an endless mess to clean up. He got to work straight away, getting to know me, and really honing in on my needs (Both the ones I knew of, and the ones I had no idea about). As a queer client is was important to me that I had a therapist who was open and cared about my experience in this world, Leo was that therapist for me! I could go on and on about the immeasurable benefits he’s instilled in my life. You’ll be in great hands with him!
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How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Leo Gonzalez?
Generally, Dr. Leo Gonzalez has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Gonzalez's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Leo Gonzalez accepting new patients?
Dr. Leo Gonzalez generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Gonzalez's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Leo Gonzalez accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Leo Gonzalez online?
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What practice does Dr. Leo Gonzalez work with?
Which board certifications does Dr. Leo Gonzalez have?
Dr. Leo Gonzalez is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Leo Gonzalez?
Dr. Leo Gonzalez frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Leo Gonzalez on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Leo Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Leo Gonzalez speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Leo Gonzalez in reviews?
48 patients have reviewed Dr. Leo Gonzalez. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.93/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.98/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.