Lucia Vargas, MS

Lucia Vargas, MS

Psychotherapist
NY
Lucia earned her Master’s degree from Manhattan University in May 2026 and has experience providing counseling services. Lucia has worked with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and a variety of life stressors. Lucia completed her clinical training at New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center, where she provided care in a community mental health setting through both in-office and telehealth services. Her primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which she integrates with psychodynamic approaches to help clients address both present-day challenges and deeper emotional patterns. Lucia is dedicated to creating a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment, especially in virtual settings. Lucia emphasizes building trust through active listening and validation, ensuring clients feel safe, supported, and comfortable sharing at their own pace. Lucia's goal is to meet clients where they are, helping them explore their thoughts and emotions, develop effective coping skills, and feel less alone in their experiences. Lucia strives to empower clients so they leave therapy feeling more understood, confident, and capable of navigating their lives.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Lucia Vargas

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Families
Seniors (65+)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Psychodynamic
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Strength-Based
Person-Centered
Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Lucia Vargas

Lucia earned her Master’s degree from Manhattan University in May 2026 and has experience providing counseling services. Lucia has worked with children, adolescents, and adults from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and a variety of life stressors. Lucia completed her clinical training at New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center, where she provided care in a community mental health setting through both in-office and telehealth services. Her primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which she integrates with psychodynamic approaches to help clients address both present-day challenges and deeper emotional patterns. Lucia is dedicated to creating a warm, empathetic, and nonjudgmental environment, especially in virtual settings. Lucia emphasizes building trust through active listening and validation, ensuring clients feel safe, supported, and comfortable sharing at their own pace. Lucia's goal is to meet clients where they are, helping them explore their thoughts and emotions, develop effective coping skills, and feel less alone in their experiences. Lucia strives to empower clients so they leave therapy feeling more understood, confident, and capable of navigating their lives.

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Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder
Boundary Issues
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Boundary Issues
Depression
New Patient Visit

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Manhattan University, Master's in Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1942096151

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Lucia was very warm and empathic. Highly recommend
Very professional.
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What are common reasons for patients to see Lucia Vargas?

Lucia Vargas frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lucia Vargas on their profile.

What languages does Lucia Vargas speak?

Lucia Vargas speaks English.

How do patients rate Lucia Vargas in reviews?

25 patients have reviewed Lucia Vargas. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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