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Sergio Rato, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Sergio 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 Sergio. View 25 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New Jersey

Recent reviews

I just started therapy with Sergio and feel confident he will be able to help me and my family. Thank you

Reviewed September 2024

Sergio is insightful and honest. He challenges me to see the facts and keeps up with everything. Thank you

Reviewed August 2024

More about Sergio

  • 7 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am licensed in New Jersey with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy related issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Anger management Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Multicultural concerns Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Sergio Rato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366935199.

  • LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00631400 · Expires November 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Sergio Rato

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

Overall rating:

5.0

25 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Amazing Grateful Thank you The best Helped Insightful Knowledgeable Listens Recommend

I just started therapy with Sergio and feel confident he will be able to help me and my family. Thank you

Reviewed September 2024

Sergio is insightful and honest. He challenges me to see the facts and keeps up with everything. Thank you

Reviewed August 2024

Sergio is a wonderful compassionate man!

Reviewed July 2024

He makes me feel very comfortable discussing important issues in my life. He offers me advice when I need it and helps me see the entire picture of my situation rather than just one view. Sergio Rato has been working with me to get through a very difficult time in my life and I am truly grateful to have found him!

Reviewed July 2024

Sergio is awesome he listens to me and offers great input and has helped me immensely

Reviewed July 2024

Great therapist, I’ve had amazing successful in growing with him.

Reviewed July 2024

Sergio has been very helpful. I am very grateful to have his help.

Reviewed April 2024

I have been working with Sergio for a year. I have learned so much about myself through the insightful questions and redirections Sergio takes me through. I’m grateful for all of his time and attention.

Reviewed April 2024

Sergio is great. He is very supportive and understanding.

Reviewed March 2024

Sergio is a great therapist! Depression can be very difficult to overcome and I have Sergio on my side to reassure me that with the right mindset I can get better.

Reviewed February 2024

I have had Sergio as a therapist for 1 year now. He has been great. He has been able to give me such insight into so many of the things I struggle with. He really helps me understand how to deal with things.

Reviewed February 2024

Great therapist! Gives plenty of undivided attention, plenty of time, responds to all messages, and remembers all the different points you may bring up. He'll help guide you through the issues you're having and maybe the work you'll have to do for better mental health

Reviewed January 2024

Sergio is literally the best! As scary as therapy was to me, he made it seems so okay. I can’t even tell you how often I tell everyone my therapist is the best.

Reviewed November 2023

Sergio is great, he has helped me a lot

Reviewed November 2023

Trust is the first word that comes to mind when I think of Sergio. I actually feel as if he cares and I am even more thankful that he is not here to feed my ego or tell me what I want to hear. We have made, what I feel is good progress for a pretty short amount of time working together; enlightening me and guiding me to change my mindset. I recommend him 100%

Reviewed August 2023

Sergio is truly the best. He has been an immense help since the first session. He is extremely knowledgeable, caring, and gives great feedback and suggestions.

Reviewed July 2023

He's a very smart guy who understands human psychology well. His explanations are always spot on to the matter you're discussing and actually useful. I've had a number of therapists and he's what I consider a "good one."

Reviewed July 2023

Great therapist. Understands concerns and provides great feedback, wisdom, and knowledge on reasons of the issue(s) and ways to approach the situation. I am very grateful to have him as a therapist

Reviewed July 2023

Sergio is very practical, intelligent, and understanding. I would recommend him to anyone.

Reviewed July 2023

I would like to keep it simple, Sergio is amazing, he help me out to so many different ways, reduce syllabus of my anxiety to almost nothing, help me out with my depression and to understand where it's coming from, also he does help me to build confidence in my personal life and also to my working environment, always respectful always in time super easy to talk

Reviewed June 2023

Sergio is an intelligent person who is adept at finding the root cause of problems and is knowledgeable on the healthy pathways of solving them.

Reviewed March 2023

He is really good, supports you like a friend

Reviewed February 2023

What an amazing therapist and guy. Thoughtful, always listens and gives me great advice that actually works and makes a difference in my life. Can not thank him enough for everything he helps me out with. Close friends and people in my life have commented on the change they have seen. Thank you, Sergio for everything you do!

Reviewed January 2023

Sergio is amazing

Reviewed January 2023

Finally a therapist that just gets it and gives advice that makes sense! I’m so glad I found Sergio! Thank you for everything!

Reviewed January 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sergio Rato offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sergio Rato 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 Sergio Rato speak?

Sergio Rato speaks English.

How many years of experience does Sergio Rato have?

Sergio Rato has 7 years of experience.

Where is Sergio Rato licensed to practice?

Sergio Rato is licensed to practice in New Jersey.

Does Sergio Rato accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Sergio Rato 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 Sergio Rato offer?

Sergio Rato offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Sergio Rato?

Sergio Rato 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 Sergio Rato?

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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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.