About Zachary Avery
Focus areas
Anxiety
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Suicidal Tendencies
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Coaching
Adlerian
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Brainspotting
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Identity
Gender
Non-binarySexuality
QueerEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Zachary Avery
Z. Hamilton Avery, LCSW, BC-TMH, CMT, CYT-1,000, TIYT (he/they) is a therapist, social worker, health educator, writer, wellness professional, and former first responder with more than 15 years of experience providing care and support. Z works with adolescents (13+) and adults through telehealth and specializes in supporting people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, suicidal ideation, and other mental health challenges.
Z holds degrees in pre-nursing studies, psychology, and social work and has pursued extensive interdisciplinary training in psychotherapy, trauma and crisis care, complementary and integrative health, mindfulness, yoga, meditation, and body-based approaches. His professional experience spans outpatient psychotherapy, primary care, hospice, community mental health, schools, mobile crisis intervention, emergency response, and other healthcare and community settings. Each of these experiences has contributed to the clinical perspective he brings to his work today.
Z's work is guided by a humanistic, person-centered, strengths-based, and trauma-informed approach grounded in compassion, harm reduction, inclusivity, social justice, and evidence-based care. He takes an integrative, whole-person approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of mental, physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Therapy with me is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in the belief that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health care. I want you to feel that you can bring the complexity of who you are into therapy without having to fit yourself or your experiences into a predetermined model of treatment. My role is not to tell you how to live your life, but to help you better understand yourself, identify what matters to you, build on the strengths you already possess, and develop skills that support meaningful and sustainable change.
My style is compassionate, curious, practical, and nonjudgmental. I value authenticity and genuine human connection while also taking the work of therapy seriously. I want you to feel genuinely heard and understood. Therapy can include serious and difficult conversations, but warmth and humor also have a place in my work. Depending on your needs and preferences, I may draw from cognitive, behavioral, somatic, expressive, and mindfulness-based approaches as part of individualized, evidence-based care.
Our work may include developing healthier coping strategies, strengthening emotional regulation, increasing awareness of thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and physical responses, practicing mindfulness and self-compassion, clarifying personal values, and developing greater flexibility in responding to life’s challenges. We will regularly consider what is and is not working and adapt our approach accordingly. Each session should build on the work we have already done rather than feeling like we are starting over each time. Ultimately, I want you to develop greater insight, confidence, and practical skills that you can continue using long after therapy ends.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our first sessions focus on getting to know you as a whole person rather than simply identifying a diagnosis or list of symptoms. We will talk about what brings you to therapy, what you are currently experiencing, relevant parts of your history, what has helped before, and what you would like to change.
From there, we develop an individualized treatment plan and identify evidence-based approaches that fit your needs and goals. Early work often includes developing practical coping and emotional regulation skills that can support you both in and outside of sessions.
If trauma processing is part of your goals, we do not have to begin by immediately revisiting your most difficult experiences. Trauma-informed treatment often begins with history taking, rapport, safety, stabilization, and skills development. Deeper processing can follow when there is adequate preparation and it is clinically appropriate.
Throughout treatment, we revisit goals, track progress, practice useful skills, and adjust the plan as needed. Each session is intended to build on the work we have already done.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Northeastern State University, Master's in Social Work
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
NPI number
1932816360
How soon can I make an appointment with Zachary Avery?
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Is Zachary Avery accepting new patients?
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What practice does Zachary Avery work with?
Zachary Avery works with Therapy with Z.
What are common reasons for patients to see Zachary Avery?
Zachary Avery frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Zachary Avery on their profile.
What languages does Zachary Avery speak?
Zachary Avery speaks English.