Dr. Dimas Tollinchi-Castro
LCSW
Therapist in New York
Seasoned LCSW focused on practical healing
Continue with Dimas- Experience 20 years
- Languages English, Spanish
- Sessions Online
- 20 years experience
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Culturally responsive care
About Dimas
He uses a culturally responsive stance rooted in his mixed-heritage New York background. In sessions he listens for what matters most to each person. He emphasizes practical conversation, clear goals, and steps that fit into busy lives.
His work often focuses on attachment concerns, caregiver stress, and communication problems that make relationships harder. He also helps people who struggle with body image, guilt and shame, and the loneliness that can follow major life changes like divorce or loss.
Dr. Tollinchi-Castro has experience with mood and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety. He aims to help people reduce overwhelming symptoms and rebuild daily routines that feel manageable. His approach is straightforward and goal-oriented, with room for personal values and cultural context.
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. The site lists him in New York where he provides care shaped by two decades of practice and a focus on social justice and empowerment.
Approaches that guide online care and connection
Dr. Tollinchi-Castro draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional repair. One common approach involves skills-based work to manage anxiety and panic, teaching breathing, grounding, and short behavioral steps to reduce overwhelming symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Another area of focus is trauma-informed care, which helps people process difficult events at a pace that feels manageable and supports rebuilding routines and relationships after distress.Finding the right approach is part of therapy. He will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences. That process often begins with a short assessment and a few sessions to see what helps most, then adjusts over time based on feedback and progress.
If you are considering online care, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in the profile. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people choose sessions in English or Spanish, which supports continuity when language matters.
License and NPI
| LCSW | New York · No. 102680 |
|---|---|
| NPI | 1487325098 |
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment struggles, caregiver stress, and isolation or loneliness.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and conversational, focused on clear goals and steps people can use in daily life while honoring cultural background and personal values.
What is his professional background?
He has over 20 years of clinical practice and a Doctor of Social Work background, with experience providing care for a range of populations in New York.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in New York and holds the credential LCSW as listed in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people from other countries book sessions?
International clients are not currently accepted according to the profile.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.