Simply the best!
Luz Lavado, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Luz 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 Luz. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
Recent reviews
She is an amazing therapist! Highly recommend!
More about Luz
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in New Jersey with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & eating disorders. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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
Relationship issues
Grief
Eating disorders
Self esteem
Body image
Cancer
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Luz Lavado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043849797.
- LCSW · New Jersey · 44SC05987200 · Expires August 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Luz Lavado
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Simply the best!
She is an amazing therapist! Highly recommend!
Luz came with a shovel and started digging! She came to work! My traumas are trembling in fear right now poor things. She is amazing and just who I needed to help me dissect my issues, get to the root and heal. We're not anywhere done, but I'm happy to have help now. I'm not alone fighting my demons.
I’ve had two sessions with Luz so far and I feel so seen and understood. She doesn’t judge me or make me feel bad. She provides guidance and support with the upmost empathy. I love that I can connect with her through my culture too as we switch back and forth from English and Spanish during our sessions. That makes me feel closer to her and more at ease.
Luz is expert at helping to seek out the cause of issues. She is caring and compassionate and wants to see her clients heal and navigate life successfully. Highly recommend.
Luz has been great. In the past, I’ve tried therapy but didn’t stick with it because I didn’t think my therapists were a good match for me. But I feel differently with Luz. I look forward to talking with her every week. It’s been 4 months, and I can tell she is making a difference for me. She is doing a great job, even on days when I have trouble opening up. I would recommend Luz to others.
You are lucky to get paired up with Luz. She is kind, supportive and genuinely listens to me. This is my first time in therapy and she has made it such a positive experience. Just knowing I have her as my therapist brings me comfort. I’m confident she will guide me through struggles and I’m amazed at what I’ve learned in only a few sessions. I am so grateful for Luz and BetterHelp!
I came to Luz with a lot of pain and difficulty navigating my emotions, and from the first moment she was extremely kind, compassionate, and understanding. I always leave our sessions feeling heard and relieved, while taking away new things to consider as well as tools to work on my healing. I could not be happier with my experience so far.
She is thoughtful and caring and very receptive to feelings and has appropriate, well thought out responses.
Frequently asked questions
Does Luz Lavado offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Luz Lavado 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 Luz Lavado speak?
Luz Lavado speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Luz Lavado have?
Luz Lavado has 8 years of experience.
Where is Luz Lavado licensed to practice?
Luz Lavado is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Luz Lavado accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Luz Lavado 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 Luz Lavado offer?
Luz Lavado offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Luz Lavado?
Luz Lavado 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 Luz Lavado?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.