Stephanie Fuentes , LMHC

Stephanie Fuentes is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. She focuses on treating depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem struggles, grief, anger, family and relationship issues, and supports members of the LGBT community. Her work also addresses abandonment and attachment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image concerns, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, life purpose, and post-traumatic stress.

As an LMHC - a credential that indicates advanced training to assess and treat mental health concerns - Stephanie aims to build a respectful and comfortable therapeutic relationship that helps clients move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives. She recognizes how difficult it can be to seek help and commends people for taking that step. In her practice she frames counseling as a series of stepping stones that support practical change, emotional growth, and stronger self-love. Stephanie combines clinical approaches and collaborative work with clients to help them clarify goals, develop coping strategies, and navigate life transitions with greater confidence.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Stephanie uses client-centered therapy to place the person's own goals and experiences at the center of the work. This approach emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration to help people explore values, strengthen self-understanding, and build a trusting therapeutic relationship that supports change.

She also incorporates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical, skills-based method that helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more adaptive patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns and can offer concrete strategies for managing symptoms.

Mindfulness-based techniques are used to help clients increase present-moment awareness and coping with difficult emotions. These practices can support regulation, reduce rumination, and improve the ability to respond to life challenges with greater clarity.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Stephanie collaborates with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She works with clients to tailor methods and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments and allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent, ongoing support in ways that suit each person’s lifestyle.