Nilson Mejia

Nilson Mejia is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and concerns around self-esteem and relationships. He speaks English and Spanish and aims to create a space where clients feel heard and understood. Nilson’s first goal is to listen and make sense of what is happening for each person who comes in.

He uses straightforward, practical methods to address common problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness tools are part of his approach when they fit a client's needs. Nilson also draws on client-centered and motivational techniques during sessions to focus on what matters most to the individual.

Over five years of practice, he has worked with people dealing with parenting stress, work and career strain, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and emotional regulation challenges such as anger or impulsivity. He also supports those struggling with body image, attachment concerns, codependency, and feelings of isolation or emptiness.

Sessions involve talking through current struggles, identifying patterns that keep problems going, and building simple skills to try between meetings. Nilson emphasizes collaboration and practical steps so progress feels manageable. He invites people to share their story and to set goals that reflect their daily life.

People interested in getting started will complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability. The subscription used for sessions can be canceled at any time.

Approaches that translate well to online work

Nilson often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new ways of responding. CBT focuses on practical exercises and homework that can be reviewed together in sessions. He also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal tools useful for intense feelings or conflicts.

Motivational Interviewing and client-centered skills are part of his collaborative approach. He works with people to clarify goals and to choose strategies that match their values and daily routines. Figuring out which approach fits best is a joint process that evolves over the first few sessions.

If you are considering online work, confirm the current session options before booking. The therapist’s methods emphasize clear skill-building and short practice tasks that can fit into busy schedules. Online sessions can make it easier to keep regular meetings, fit therapy into work or family calendars, and review written tools or worksheets together during the appointment.