Hector Zayas , LMHC

Hector Zayas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Master Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) who draws on both professional training and lived experience to support people facing behavioral health and addiction challenges. As an LMHC he holds state licensure to provide clinical counseling, and as an MCAP he has advanced certification in addiction treatment. Hector brings a pragmatic, compassionate style that balances firm guidance with patience, empathy, and understanding.

With 11 years of clinical experience and long-term personal recovery, he tailors care to each individual, drawing on a mix of therapeutic methods such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, humanistic approaches, and 12-Step facilitation when appropriate. He has worked extensively with military Veterans and others confronting stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem issues, and significant life changes.

Hector emphasizes collaborative treatment planning, meeting clients where they are and adjusting strategies to match their goals and circumstances. His approach is grounded in practical skills, evidence-informed interventions, and steady support aimed at helping people build healthier patterns, manage cravings and triggers, repair relationships, and move toward recovery and resilience.

Therapeutic approaches and online care tailored to recovery

Hector often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which focuses on listening, empathy, and building a trusting therapeutic relationship so clients feel understood and are empowered to pursue their own goals. This approach can be helpful for issues like low self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another key approach he employs; it helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, anger, and many addiction-related triggers. Motivational Interviewing complements these methods by supporting readiness for change through guided conversation, which is especially useful for substance use, process addictions, and ambivalence about recovery.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Hector works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adjusts plans over time based on progress and feedback.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit treatment into a busy schedule, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access support from different locations. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent care while accommodating individual routines and comfort levels.