My name is Carolina Russo, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida who specializes in working with women who are navigating challenges related to anxiety, relationships, self-worth, life transitions, and the pressure of balancing personal and professional roles. My work focuses on helping women, ages18-40, develop deeper self-trust, healthier boundaries, and more fulfilling relationships with themselves and others. I take a client-centered and empathetic approach, creating a safe and supportive space where women can openly explore their experiences, build resilience, and develop practical strategies to improve their mental and emotional well-being. While I have experience working with both adolescents and adults across a variety of concerns, my current practice is centered on helping women feel more grounded, confident, and aligned in their lives.
Clients can expect a welcoming and supportive environment where we'll discuss challenges and goals for therapy. We'll explore what's been impacting you and I will offer strategies to help manage those concerns. The focus is on building trust and creating a plan for moving forward in a collaborative way.
As a therapist, I aim to create a space of compassion and a judgment -free zone, where you can express yourself with confidence. I believe that healing begins where individuals feel accepted, heard and understood. In our sessions, I focus on building trust and creating a space where you can openly share your thoughts, emotions, and concerns without fear of criticism.
I’m best positioned to support women ages 18–40 who find themselves constantly overthinking, feeling anxious, and struggling to set or maintain boundaries in their relationships. Many of my clients are used to putting others first, second-guessing their needs, and feeling overwhelmed by relationship stress—whether that’s with partners, family, or friends. They often want to feel more confident, communicate more clearly, and stop the cycle of people-pleasing and self-doubt. Together, we focus on building self-esteem, reducing anxiety, and creating healthier, more secure relationships where they feel empowered, grounded, and genuinely understood.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in my work with clients has been a valuable experience, particularly in supporting individuals struggling with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal difficulties. Incorporating DBT skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation, and effective communication has helped clients develop healthier coping strategies and gain greater control over their reactions. I’ve seen meaningful progress when clients consistently practice these techniques, leading to increased emotional stability and improved relationships in their daily lives.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
In my experience providing care, I’ve found that applying person-centered principles fosters stronger connections with clients and helps them feel more in control of their own healing journey. By truly listening without judgment and respecting each individual’s unique perspective, I’ve seen clients become more open, confident, and willing to engage in their own care. This approach has deepened trust and led to more meaningful, lasting outcomes in my work.
1 rating with written reviews
July 23, 2025
Felt really comfortable to talk to her. We had video problems but feel went well