Therapist profile
Adewale (Wale) Adegbenle, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Family and parenting
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- Addiction support
- CBT and motivation
- Mindfulness skills
About Adewale
Adewale (Wale) Adegbenle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 20 years of experience. He works with adults on concerns that include addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, parenting strain, relationship and family issues, and stress from caregiving or work. Wale uses practical approaches to help people cope with life changes and regain steadiness in daily life.
Wale draws on Client-Centered methods that prioritize the client's perspective. He commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to address thoughts, behaviors, and motivation. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps that a person can try between meetings.
He also brings mindfulness techniques into work with stress, anxiety, and trauma-related symptoms. Mindfulness is used to help people notice thoughts and bodily reactions without getting pulled into them. Solution-Focused ideas guide short-term planning and problem-solving when immediate change is the goal.
Wale's background includes two decades of clinical work with people affected by substance use and health-related stress. He is a husband and father, and his practice reflects experience with fatherhood and blended family concerns among other family-of-origin topics.
In sessions, clients can expect listening, goal-setting, and concrete strategies for coping and communication. Wale emphasizes collaboration and teaches tools that can be used at home, at work, or during caregiving duties.
How sessions work
How Wale uses therapeutic approaches in online sessions
A Client-Centered approach means the therapist listens closely and follows what the client brings. This approach is useful when someone needs to sort through feelings and priorities and set realistic next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing and changing patterns of thought and behavior. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and anger, and it produces practical exercises to try between meetings.
Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck or ambivalent about change. It helps clarify personal reasons for change and builds small, achievable steps toward goals.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to select methods based on needs, goals, and preferences. This conversation happens in early sessions and can be adjusted as work progresses.
Confirm the session formats before booking, as specific formats are not listed here. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and making it easier to schedule around caregiving or work shifts. Licensed professionals can also use remote sessions to share worksheets, practice CBT exercises together, and coach motivational steps that clients can use between meetings.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with adults on addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting strain, family problems, grief, and stress related to caregiving or work.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
His style centers on listening and practical goal-setting. He combines client-centered listening with techniques from CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 20 years of experience delivering mental health services in clinical settings and community work.
Does he hold a professional credential in the United States?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York.
Will sessions be offered in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any time zone considerations before scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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