Vesta Walker, LCSW, NY | Psychotherapist

About Vesta Walker

Focus areas

Anger Management

Divorce Counseling

Women's Issues Therapy

Codependency

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Work-Related Counseling

Coping Mechanism Development

Relationship Struggles

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Compassion Focused

Coaching

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Eclectic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Vesta Walker

Kudos to you for taking this big step to start therapy. It takes bravery to reach out for support, and I commend you for yours. I specialize in working with adults with confidence impairments and intersectional marginalized identities who have a desire to better understand themselves, their behaviors, their experiences, and their relationships. With that gained understanding, I support my clients to develop more healthy relationships with themselves, moving away from limiting beliefs, toxic relationships and behaviors, and internalized judgment that contribute to the mood and interpersonal difficulties. Working with me, you will find our therapy sessions will be a safe place to be authentic and vulnerable. I'm looking forward to hearing from you whenever you're ready. My approach I embody a warm, collaborative, and eclectic therapeutic style, integrating multiple evidence-based interventions and other therapeutic frameworks specifically tailored to the needs and accessibility of each client. I empower my clients to actively participate in their care, co-creating a safe space alongside them where they feel open to explore their experiences in all areas of life without judgment. My approach encourages clients to see themselves as the experts of their own experiences, giving them the confidence to create and step into the lives and relationships that they want and deserve. With this perspective, I explore with my clients, through an identity-affirming and trauma-informed lens, what experiences and traumas they have endured that may be impacting the way they connect with and understand themselves and others. My focus My ideal clients are adults with self-esteem issues experiencing anxiety, depression, and relational challenges. Your goals and progress are my primary focus. Together, we’ll pay close attention to our moment-to-moment experience with each other, focusing on your direct felt experience.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Childhood Trauma

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - New York

Education and training

New York University, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1740763317

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Vesta Walker?

Generally, Vesta Walker has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Vesta Walker's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Vesta Walker accepting new patients?

Vesta Walker generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Vesta Walker's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Vesta Walker accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Vesta Walker online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Vesta Walker using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Vesta Walker work with?

Vesta Walker works with Rula Health - New York.

What are common reasons for patients to see Vesta Walker?

Vesta Walker frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Vesta Walker on their profile.