- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Relationship concerns
About Sal
Sal Fata is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with four years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBTQ issues, relationship strain, and depression. Sal emphasizes life purpose concerns among other areas he helps with.
Clients can expect direct conversation about what is contributing to distress. Sal encourages people to name what feels stuck and to talk through practical next steps. Sessions focus on manageable changes rather than abstract theory.
He also addresses abandonment issues, blended family challenges, codependency, communication problems, divorce and separation, and substance-related concerns. Problems such as guilt, shame, isolation, jealousy, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors are included in his practice. Money and men’s issues are also listed among the topics he works with.
Sal’s approach aims to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. He talks with clients about coping strategies for anxiety and stress and about safer ways to manage addictive behaviors. Conversation can include clarifying values and what matters next in work or relationships.
To begin, he asks people to consider what they want to change and what feels most urgent. The practical focus is on clear steps and ongoing adjustments rather than one-off solutions. This makes the work easier to fit into everyday life and decision-making.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online work
Sal uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety and addiction-related concerns. Cognitive-behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes; this helps with anxiety, compulsions, and mood shifts. Motivational-style conversation helps people who are managing drug or alcohol use by clarifying personal reasons for change and planning practical steps. Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Sal will talk with each person about goals and preferences and then adapt which techniques to try. The therapist and client decide together which methods feel most useful and adjust over time. Confirm the session formats before booking, as the original biography does not specify formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let someone choose quieter surroundings, use less bandwidth by avoiding video, or schedule appointments that better match their day-to-day responsibilities.Areas of expertise
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBTQ issues, relationship problems, and depression. Additional areas include life purpose, codependency, and obsessive-compulsive behaviors.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He uses practical conversation to identify what feels stuck and to map small next steps. The emphasis is on manageable changes and clarifying what matters now.
What is his professional background?
He holds the LMHC credential and has four years of clinical experience. His practice has included work on addictions and relationship concerns.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is licensed as an LMHC in New York and lists New York as his practice location.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.