Vicki Bauer , LMHC

Vicki Bauer is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and behavior analyst practicing in Florida with 34 years of experience supporting individuals and families. She has extensive experience working with parents and family members of people with intellectual and developmental differences, including autism, Asperger syndrome, ADHD, OCD, and related challenges. Her practice blends behavioral counseling for the individual with practical supports for parents, siblings, and other family members who cope with the daily stressors of caregiving and family life.

Recognizing that the demands of parenting or living with a person who has special needs can produce depression, anxiety, relationship strain, and family conflict, she focuses on helping clients build stability and independence where possible while addressing the emotional and relational struggles that arise. Her work includes teaching life skills and applied behavior strategies for the person with disabilities alongside counseling and coaching for family members to improve functioning and reduce stress.

Bauer’s approach is warm and compassionate, integrating client-centered methods with cognitive and applied behavior techniques plus life skills training and practical support. She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career issues, relationship and family dynamics, and coping with life changes, always aiming to improve overall quality of life for individuals and their families.