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George Vega, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

George is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with George. View 77 reviews
Great news, George is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida and New York

Recent reviews

Enjoy talking with him.

Reviewed November 2024

He is a very caring and understanding therapist. I'm happy to have him as my therapist

Reviewed November 2024

More about George

  • 11 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMHC

I am licensed in New York with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression LGBT Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Commitment issues Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Smoking / vaping cessation Social anxiety and phobia Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

George Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346626488.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH20735 · Expires March 2025
  • LMHC · New York · 008108 · Expires December 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for George Vega

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

77 reviews

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Enjoy talking with him.

Reviewed November 2024

He is a very caring and understanding therapist. I'm happy to have him as my therapist

Reviewed November 2024

George has fundamentally changed how I view myself and getting me to a state in which I’m vibrating at a higher frequency of self love than I ever have been. He’s helped me uncover patterns rooted in trauma that were seriously holding me back and I writer this review on the other side of having gone through deep psychological inner work and I’m in state of peace, calmness, and wouldn’t have gotten here without him. He’s quite literally has helped me perosnally and in my romantic relationship with my fiancée and he is someone that listens with deep empathy and genuine concern and although my fiancée has never spoken to him, she is a big fan of George because of all the work I’ve done and how it’s benefited our relationship and transformed it for the better so that speaks volumes! Thank you so much George-highly recommend George to anyone! :)

Reviewed September 2024

George is the best

Reviewed August 2024

George is a great therapist with strong listening skills and the ability to summarize his clients thoughts and experiences in a way that helps them better understand themselves.

Reviewed June 2024

It’s been nearly a year and George continues to provide the right supports. I’m very appreciative of his expertise and wisdom! Highly recommend!

Reviewed June 2024

Dr. Vega is positive well knowledge, compassionate Dr, who has a strong knowledge in his field. He is definitely helped me during my journey.

Reviewed June 2024

George is very professional, attentive, patient, kind and welcoming. He has made therapy easy for me. Strongly recommend him!!

Reviewed May 2024

I was initially hesitant about therapy, but George quickly created a warm and welcoming environment. He is an excellent listener and makes you feel comfortable discussing anything, no matter how difficult.

Reviewed May 2024

I really do appreciate that he listens to me. He gives me recommendations to help me control my anxiety and he gives me reasonable availability for appointments.

Reviewed May 2024

He is an amazing therapist.

Reviewed May 2024

George has helped a lot with my situation and helped me see things in a completely different light I highly recommend him if you’re just starting your therapeutic journey

Reviewed May 2024

George always checks in to see how am I doing which I really appreciate.

Reviewed April 2024

Extremely validating, considerate, and kind. Down to earth and relatable. Holds space for greif well. Firm when needed. Realistic and always sends me worksheets. Adaptable. Very experienced.

Reviewed February 2024

George is fantastic. He’s kind, serious and thoughtful. Could not recommend him higher.

Reviewed February 2024

He’s great

Reviewed November 2022

George Vega is a real gem, he is insightful, educated and understanding of any topic I have discussed with him. His input has been from a perspective I never knew I needed, and I look forward to our sessions. He does not judge anyone or any situation and is very logical person and I am grateful to have found him to be my therapist.

Reviewed January 2024

George was my first therapist ever. Super insightful sessions and in my honest opinion one of the best in the industry.

Reviewed January 2024

Excellent! Caring and supportive

Reviewed November 2023

George is an absolutely remarkable therapist who has been an absolute blessing to talk to. His ability to connect with and understand the challenges I'm facing is truly amazing. He is an incredibly respectful and attentive listener, always making me feel heard and valued. Moreover, George is equipped with an impressive array of tools and strategies to help me navigate, resolve, or cope with any situation that arises. I wholeheartedly recommend him with a rating of 1000/10!

Reviewed September 2023

George is a lovely person. He’s a perfect balance of empathy, rigor, and creative thinking. He’s not “woo-woo”. He’s a serious mental health professional with a kind heart. And he is extremely good about reaching out and communicating with you outside of session.

Reviewed July 2023

George is an incredible therapist! Has helped me a ton and I feel blessed that I found him on this platform.

Reviewed July 2023

George has been incredible. I look forward to our sessions every week.

Reviewed July 2023

George is a great therapist! He is very understanding and nonjudgmental during every session and makes me feel like I am really listened to. He’s prompt, professional, and easy to talk to. Thank you for everything, Dr. Vega!

Reviewed May 2023

George is highly recommended he is understanding and listens and help you work on your problems alone or together

Reviewed May 2023

I have enjoyed and benefited from Georges perspective and guidance.

Reviewed May 2023

My therapist Jorge is very very helpful and understanding of my situation.

Reviewed April 2023

Down to earth and checks in often. I feel Very comfortable and at peace during our sessions. Thank you!

Reviewed March 2023

George is always great every session we have. Makes me look forward to them.

Reviewed March 2023

George is awesome, he puts words to feelings and ideas I’m just not able to articulate. He’s incredibly intelligent and thoughtful, and gives you new ways of examining your feelings. He’s not scared to address difficult and intimate issues, and he does so in a way that does not make you feel embarrassed or ashamed. Highly recommend.

Reviewed February 2023

Excellent

Reviewed February 2023

Very insightful guidance from George. He is warm, compassionate, and very talented. I am greatly enjoying my time with him.

Reviewed February 2023

Greg is very insightful and thoughtful and takes his time to advise and assess. He’s a pleasure to speak with.

Reviewed February 2023

George is a very wise man. He has a way of helping you in subtle ways and making you come to realizations. It's been a great process

Reviewed April 2023

I really was always extremely skeptical about virtual therapy, i was trying it off the recommendation of my boss. When I signed up I was matched with George. I was very anxious to meet yet another therapist after many failed attempts to find one that I vibed with. But George has been nothing but patient and kind to me. He lets me have my space and say what I have to say, and doesn’t make me feel judged or rushed about what I’m feeling or trying to work through. But also isn’t afraid to give his professional opinion in a polite and respectful manner. He’s insightful and does a good job keeping in touch with me if I need a question answered, or if I’m having a bad day and need to vent, or even if I miss a session or go MIA for a bit he checks up on me to make sure I’m okay. He really has been the best therapist I have had since I started going to therapy. Thank you George!

Reviewed February 2023

I am pleased with the time and opportunity to speak/communicate with George. I value him and the fact I have a professional to speak with. Thank you.

Reviewed February 2023

One of the greatest guys and always gives me another point of view and helps me understand myself and others. And how other interact with me

Reviewed February 2023

George is very respectful and attentive when listening to your story. He helps invoke thoughtful conversation into the root cause of my mental injuries in a structured way while remaining cognizant of the pace of my healing journey. I am a young Asian American in my late 20s unpacking many different repressed trauma cases and was initially wary of seeing a therapist that would not understand my culture, but George manages to be respectful of what he doesn’t know while still providing a guiding hand in navigating my mental injuries. I would recommend George to anyone.

Reviewed January 2023

Mr. Vega is outstanding. He creates an environment that makes me feel comfortable to talk about anything and everything. Has great recommendations and is masterful at helping me understand myself

Reviewed January 2023

Efficiently run

Reviewed January 2023

He is an amazing person and I was lucky to have been able to have worked with him.

Reviewed January 2023

He listens to truly understand, and to help identify and observe what approaches could best help in every given scenario. I feel truly understood and that I can talk to someone who will really understand and offer solutions.

Reviewed January 2023

George is a good consoler. He helped me get through some tough times.

Reviewed January 2023

George is a kind caring therapist. He is very helpful.

Reviewed December 2022

George is a wonderful professional and I was grateful to work with him. It was only after several months of therapy that I realized George was a wheelchair user. When you realize the person you are talking to has overcome so much in their own life, it further deepens and highlights the advice they give, to say the least. I admire George's humility and empathy, and his many years of expertise.

Reviewed December 2022

Great person

Reviewed December 2022

George is very patient and understanding.

Reviewed November 2022

Always check in to see how I am doing

Reviewed November 2022

Your video doesn't work on Android which is what I have so I am unable to participate

Reviewed November 2022

Beyond real! I don’t feel “lost amongst clients” with George. If you are looking for a no judgement zone but experienced therapist he is it!!!

Reviewed November 2022

George has helped me find balance between my alternate lifestyle and my faith. I am on a personal journey and so glad he’s my guide!

Reviewed November 2022

George has been a big help to me, and it is comforting to know he is there if I need him

Reviewed November 2022

My first Betterhelp therapist was not a fit for me. I’m glad I tried again and found George Vega. He has been a tremendous help for some complex problems. I am so glad I found George and Betterhelp.

Reviewed November 2022

He's helpful and insightful.

Reviewed November 2022

The best experience I have had with therapy in a very long time. Great listener and gives really good and genuine advice!

Reviewed November 2022

One of the hardest time in my life is being handled by the best that there is. His life experience mirrors mine, I feel a kindred spirit and I can finally trust someone with me!!

Reviewed November 2022

When I first started therapy I was pretty unsure about how I would first interact and how I would feel talking to somebody. From the get-go. George made me feel extremely welcome and loved and let me vent out everything and made me see everything in different light and has helped me tremendously with my day-to-day life. I wouldn't be in a better set of mind if it wasn't for him

Reviewed November 2022

He's a good listening and offers helpful information

Reviewed September 2022

Very patient and helpful always listens and offers great advice as well as helps me thru my issues and gives me methods to battle my traumas

Reviewed September 2022

Excellent listener that offers helpful insight and thorough explanation for methods.

Reviewed August 2022

Extremely professional and helpful. Best therapist I’ve ever had

Reviewed August 2022

George is amazing, hands down the best therapist I’ve had in a long time. He’s patient, his communication is excellent, and he’s helped me so much in such a short amount time with my mental health. I would highly recommend him to anyone!

Reviewed August 2022

George is awesome!!!!!!!!’

Reviewed August 2022

George vega is very good at what he does, he takes the time to listen upon giving great positive feedback.

Reviewed August 2022

George is a kind, extremely thoughtful therapist, who helped me get my anxiety under control after just a couple of sessions. I highly recommend him!

Reviewed August 2022

First experience with therapy and George has made it a great one. Looking forward to more sessions and I will look for a marketplace plan that had him listed as a provider if possible or pay out of pocket!

Reviewed July 2022

He is really easy to talk too. I feel really comfortable when I talked to him.

Reviewed July 2022

George is very knowledgeable in a number of fields

Reviewed July 2022

Very friendly and knowledgeable really listens to me and uses all his expertise to guide me And help me think about ways to improve.

Reviewed July 2022

He's amazing. He really takes the tike to listen to your concerns and what you want to work on and gives really good advice. He's very insightful.

Reviewed July 2022

Appreciate your guidance and support, I’m better for it!

Reviewed July 2022

George is all of the things you would want in a therapist - knowledgeable, attentive, great listener, down-to-earth, etc. Very pleased with my experience this far.

Reviewed July 2022

George has been very helpful.

Reviewed July 2022

George listens with wisdom and gives tools that you may not have had. I appreciate everything his counsel has offered me.

Reviewed July 2022

In a short amount of time, I’ve felt engaging comfort, genuine interest, and a gentle but firm approach in problem solving and finding solutions. Looking forward to continuing.

Reviewed July 2022

Has been a great experience so far!

Reviewed July 2022

Great & professional lots of experience

Reviewed July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does George Vega offer telehealth visits?

Yes. George Vega works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does George Vega speak?

George Vega speaks English.

How many years of experience does George Vega have?

George Vega has 11 years of experience.

Where is George Vega licensed to practice?

George Vega is licensed to practice in Florida and New York.

Does George Vega accept clients outside of the United States?

No, George Vega does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does George Vega offer?

George Vega offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with George Vega?

George Vega can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with George Vega?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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