Joanna Fonseca
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida, I provide compassionate and solution-focused therapy to individuals across various life stages. With a Master's Degree in Counseling from St. Thomas University in Miami, Florida, and over 10 years of experience in psychology, I've developed expertise in addressing everyday stressors, anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. My therapeutic approach emphasizes collaboration, empathy, and evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their concerns, identify strengths, and work towards lasting growth.
Together, we’ll build on your strengths and develop practical ways to navigate challenges, helping you feel more empowered and confident in your ability to handle them.
First session
Our first session is a chance to get to know each other and talk about what brought you to therapy. I’ll ask about your current concerns, relevant background, and what you hope to gain from our work together. You don’t need to prepare the “right” answers or share everything at once. We’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. You’ll also have space to ask questions and get a feel for my approach. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, with a clearer understanding of how we can work together and some initial goals to guide us.
Strengths
Throughout my 10 years in the psychology field, I’ve spent most of that time working closely with clients. I bring empathy, active listening, and a supportive, honest approach to sessions. I want you to feel heard and understood while also helping you stay accountable to yourself and the goals that matter to you. I draw from CBT, supportive therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused tools, tailoring our work to your needs. Together, we’ll build on your strengths and develop practical ways to navigate challenges, helping you feel more empowered and confident in your ability to handle them.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who may be feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety or self-doubt, navigating relationship challenges, or adjusting to a change in life. They may be used to showing up for everyone else while finding it difficult to make space for their own needs. I enjoy working with people who want to understand themselves better, build healthier boundaries, and feel more confident in their choices. You don’t need to have clear goals or know where to begin. We can figure that out together, starting with what’s bringing you to therapy and what you hope can feel different. I've worked extensively with different populations including but not limited to, adolescents, young adults, and older adults. I have been able to help them build resilience, develop coping strategies, and cultivate healthy self-care practices.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another. Together, we’ll explore patterns that may be keeping you stuck, question unhelpful assumptions, and develop more balanced ways of thinking. We’ll also work on practical coping skills and small changes you can practice between sessions, helping you build confidence in how you respond to everyday challenges.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I use mindfulness to help you slow down and become more aware of your thoughts, emotions, and physical responses without judging yourself. Depending on your needs, we may practice grounding, mindful breathing, or noticing what comes up in stressful moments. These tools can help you feel more present and create space to respond thoughtfully rather than react automatically. Together, we’ll explore ways to bring mindfulness into your daily life that feel practical and manageable.
Solution-Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help you identify what you want to change and build on the strengths and resources you already have. Together, we’ll explore times when things have felt more manageable, identify what helped, and set realistic goals. We’ll focus on small, practical steps you can take between sessions, helping you recognize your progress and feel more confident in your ability to move forward.
Location
Virtual sessions
In-person sessions8600 NW South River Dr, Medley, FL 33166, 222
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- FloridaLicense MH17639