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- Stress and anxiety
- Anger and impulsivity
- CBT and DBT
About Brenda
LMHC Brenda Velez is a Florida licensed mental health counselor with 10 years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and trauma and abuse. Brenda provides services in both English and Spanish and draws on several established therapy approaches to support her clients.
Brenda begins by listening to what matters most to the person in front of her. She uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow each client's pace and voice. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and DBT skills to manage intense emotions and impulsivity.
Sessions are practical and goal-oriented. Brenda works with people on coping skills, emotion regulation, motivation, and communication strategies. She also addresses life transitions, grief, caregiving strain, immigration-related stress, and cultural concerns when these are part of the picture.
Her approach mixes short-term techniques with skills that people can use daily. Clients can expect clear explanations, guided practice, and steps to try between sessions. Brenda speaks Spanish and English, and she uses that bilingual ability when language matters to the work.
To begin, prospective clients follow the site's intake process and schedule a first meeting. Brenda asks about goals and current challenges, then together they decide practical next steps.
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How her approaches work in remote sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's lead. In practice this means the therapist asks open questions, reflects what she hears, and helps the client set priorities for change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks down problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It teaches clear techniques to test negative thoughts and try different behaviors that reduce anxiety or low mood.Finding the right approach is collaborative. Brenda will discuss methods during the first sessions and adjust based on the client's goals and how they respond. The aim is to choose practical strategies that fit the person's day-to-day life and to review progress together.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm which formats are available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Some people also prefer not to be on camera for parts of a session, which can lower pressure during skill practice. Brenda uses her clinical approaches to keep remote sessions focused on skills, practice, and real-world steps.
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Also works with
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and trauma and abuse. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, communication problems, midlife concerns, and multicultural issues.
What therapy methods does she use?
Her practice uses Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. These are combined to match the person's goals and needs.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 10 years of professional experience working in mental health settings. That experience informs her practical, skills-based work.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a licensed mental health counselor, Florida LMHC. Her practice is based in Florida.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not accepted.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing is provided during the intake process.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The first meeting will review goals and next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.