LMHC, 12 years of experience
Hello, I’m Candace Johnson, a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida. I received a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from St. Thomas University and I have 12 years of clinical experience. I support individuals to overcome debilitating symptoms in order to achieve total wellness. Together, we’ll focus on recovery and create a clear actionable plan for self-healing!
During the first session, clients can expect to explore their background, upbringing, current stressors, and treatment goals.
I provide consistent follow-up and encourage accountability throughout the therapeutic process. Clients often describe me as easy to talk to and appreciate the comfortable, supportive space I create for open, active listening.
I work with adults who are ready to begin their recovery journey. My clients are committed to achieving wellness goals and value consistent support and accountability.
I use a cognitive behavioral approach to assist clients to challenge limiting beliefs, embrace new perspectives, and validate self-worth. This approach allows clients to identify negative and intrusive thoughts and clients are encouraged to dispute, reframe, and shift from unhealthy patterns to more desirable outcomes.
A solid connection is key to the therapeutic process. Having a safe space to discuss and process matters that concern you most is essential. As a person-centered therapist, I value the significance of feeling heard, understood, and acknowledged. In these sessions, genuine support, collaboration, and exploration of realistic solutions are offered.
I’ve found motivational interviewing to be highly effective in both individual and group settings to facilitate change. This approach assists clients to reflect on how past and present thought patterns and behaviors shape the consequences of personal decisions.