- Addictions support
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and mindfulness
About Adewale
Adewale (Wale) Adegbenle is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York with 20 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns like addiction, depression, anxiety, grief, relationship stress, and family of origin issues. He also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, chronic illness, career strain, and parenting-related pressure.
Wale draws on straightforward conversation and practical techniques in session. He listens to how family roles and expectations affect current choices. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, testing small changes, and practicing new ways of responding to stress and conflict.
His work uses methods from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. That mix helps people spot thinking patterns, set achievable goals, and try different behaviors between sessions. He often uses brief experiments and stepwise plans to check what helps.
Wale’s background includes long experience with substance use and health-related behavioral concerns. He integrates that experience when clients bring issues like addiction, chronic pain, or caregiver strain. He pays attention to how family history shapes coping, communication, and intimacy patterns.
People who want direct, practical work on recurring family patterns and life stressors may find his approach useful. He frames goals in everyday terms and tracks progress with clear next steps. If you want to address how the family you grew up in still affects your life, Wale works with those specific concerns and related issues.
How his approaches work for online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on active listening and collaboration. In practice this means the therapist reflects what the client says and helps the client set meaningful goals. It helps with relationship patterns and understanding how family expectations influence current life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses practical exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress related to family roles.
Mindfulness Therapy adds simple attention practices to notice thoughts and bodily reactions. It can help with managing strong emotions, reducing reactivity, and staying present during difficult conversations.
Finding the best mix of these methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences, and will adjust plans based on what actually helps.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people use that flexibility to practice skills between sessions and integrate learning into day-to-day life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He works with a wide range of adult concerns including addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, parenting stress, and family of origin issues.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a relationship-centered, practical style that focuses on listening, setting clear goals, and trying concrete changes between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience as a clinician working with behavioral health and substance-related concerns.
What credentials and location are on file?
He is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in New York.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he accept international clients?
International clients are accepted as noted in his profile.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session.
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