Hi, I'm Dr. Raquel Vega. I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Life Coach from New York who is passionate about helping people heal, grow, and create lives that feel meaningful and fulfilling.

For more than 15 years, I've had the privilege of working in the helping profession, supporting individuals across the lifespan—from infancy through older adulthood. Throughout my career, I've worked in a variety of settings, including hospitals, partial hospitalization and outpatient programs, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, schools, homes and private practice. These experiences have given me the opportunity to work with people from all walks of life and have deepened my understanding that every person's journey is unique.

I help people navigate the challenges that life inevitably brings. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, coping with stress or grief, facing a major life change, or trying to reconnect with yourself, I'm here to provide a supportive space where you don't have to carry it all on your own.

My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being your authentic self—a space where you can show up exactly as you are, feel heard without judgment, and explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences that may be impacting your life. I believe that therapy and coaching are not about changing who you are, but about helping you better understand yourself, recognize your strengths, and create the life you want.

I take a personalized approach because I know that everyone's journey is different. What works for one person may not work for another, which is why I tailor our work together based on your unique needs, goals, and experiences. I incorporate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology, and Person-Centered Therapy, to help you develop insight, build confidence, navigate life's challenges, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Whether you are looking for support through a challenging time, wanting to better understand yourself, or feeling ready to make changes in your life, I would be honored to walk alongside you. My hope is that through our work together, you feel more connected to yourself, more confident in your abilities, and more hopeful about what's ahead.

You don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. I'm here to support you every step of the way.

About Me