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Esteban N. Mercado, LMSW

Accepting New Clients

In-Person and Telehealth

Esteban N. Mercado, LMSW

Mental Health Therapist

I am a Licensed Master Social Worker dedicated to providing therapy with compassion, insight, and a strong commitment to culturally responsive care.


I completed a year-long internship at Smilow Cancer Center in Guilford, where I supported patients through emotionally and medically complex experiences. I am fluent in Spanish and am particularly devoted to serving underserved communities, including the Latino population.


I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, addiction, substance use issues, emotional stress, medical challenges, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions. I also support clients who are seeking therapy that is culturally respectful, collaborative, and attentive to the values and experiences that shape their lives.


Reaching out for support can take courage. My goal is to offer a safe and respectful space where clients feel understood, build resilience, and move forward with greater confidence.

Focus Areas

Medical or health-related stress, addiction recovery, emotional wellness, and culturally responsive support.


Approach

My approach is compassionate, practical, and client-centered. I believe therapy should help clients feel heard while also giving them tools to better understand themselves, manage stress, strengthen coping skills, and move toward healthier patterns.


Populations Served

Children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families

Education

Master of Social Work

Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, Connecticut

Undergraduate degree in Social Work

Ana G. Méndez University, Puerto Rico


Licensure

Licensed Master Social Worker (CT DPH)

License No. 11386


Languages spoken

English and Spanish

Clinical Trainings

Current trends in family intervention

Clinical practice in mental health and substance use

Trauma and disaster mental health

Completed clinical internship hours at Smilow Cancer Hospital and affiliated clinical settings in Guilford, New Haven, and North Haven


Location

In person: Woodbridge, CT

Telehealth: Anywhere in Connecticut

Want to Learn More?

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Please call 911 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 immediately.

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