Elizabeth Goodman

LMHC, 7 years of experience
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Solution oriented
Authentic
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Hello, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of Alaska and have been providing therapy for over seven years. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, anxiety, life transitions, and relational challenges. My approach is compassionate, practical, and grounded in helping you better understand your emotions while building healthy coping skills that support lasting change. I believe therapy should be a collaborative and safe space where you feel seen, supported, and empowered to move forward with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply ready for growth, I look forward to walking alongside you as you develop tools that bring greater balance and resilience into your everyday life.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Your first session is a relaxed conversation focused on getting to know you — not an interrogation. We’ll talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, explore any important background you feel comfortable sharing, and begin identifying goals that feel meaningful to you. My priority is creating a safe, supportive space where you can move at your own pace. Together, we’ll start building a personalized plan that reflects your needs, strengths, and the changes you hope to see in your life.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

My greatest strengths as a therapist include creating a calm, non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard and understood. I’m known for balancing deep empathy with practical guidance — helping you not only process what you’re feeling, but also develop tools you can actually use outside of session. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and tailored to each individual. I integrate evidence-based methods with a relational, strengths-focused perspective, supporting clients in building emotional awareness, healthier coping patterns, and more confident decision-making. My goal is to help you experience meaningful progress while feeling supported every step of the way.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I work best with adolescents, young adults, and individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges who are ready for a supportive but goal-oriented approach. As a Christian therapist, I welcome clients who value faith as part of their healing journey while also creating a respectful space for those from diverse backgrounds. My style blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Choice/Reality Therapy, and compassion-focused work. Together, these approaches help you understand thought patterns, make values-aligned decisions, and develop greater self-compassion — all while building practical skills you can use in everyday life. While I work with individuals across the lifespan and offer support to families and couples, my primary specialty is helping Adolescents, Young Adults and Women build emotional resilience, confidence, and healthy coping strategies during pivotal seasons of growth.

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My treatment methods

Christian Counseling

My Christian faith is a central part of who I am and how I understand healing, identity, and hope. Having walked with Jesus for over 20 years — through both seasons of growth and struggle — I approach counseling with humility, compassion, and a deep respect for each person’s journey. In Christian counseling, I integrate Biblical principles with evidence-based therapeutic practices to support both emotional and spiritual well-being. Together, we may explore Scripture, apply faith-based perspectives to life’s challenges, and cultivate practical tools that align with your values while fostering peace, resilience, and personal growth. This approach is especially meaningful for clients who desire to incorporate their relationship with Christ into the healing process while still receiving clinically sound mental health support.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have used Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) throughout my clinical work to help clients identify patterns that keep them feeling stuck and develop practical skills for meaningful change. CBT focuses on understanding how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected — and how shifting those patterns can lead to greater emotional balance and resilience. In our work together, we’ll identify specific goals, learn tools you can use in everyday situations, and practice new ways of responding to stress, anxiety, and life’s challenges. My approach to CBT is both structured and supportive, helping you build awareness while creating lasting change that extends beyond the therapy room.

Compassion Focused

I believe compassion is at the heart of meaningful healing. In our work together, you can expect to experience a supportive, non-judgmental space while also learning how to extend that same compassion toward yourself. Compassion-focused therapy helps reduce shame, quiet harsh self-criticism, and build a more balanced and understanding inner voice. Together, we’ll work on developing emotional safety, strengthening self-awareness, and creating healthier ways of responding to difficult thoughts and feelings so you can move forward with greater confidence and peace.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

Solution-Focused Therapy is a hopeful, forward-moving approach that helps you shift from feeling stuck to identifying what’s possible. While your story and experiences matter, our work together will often center on your strengths, your values, and the small, meaningful steps that lead to real change. My style is both supportive and practical — I’ll meet you with compassion while also helping you notice patterns, recognize progress, and build momentum toward the life you want to live. Together, we’ll focus on what is already working, explore new perspectives, and create realistic goals that feel achievable rather than overwhelming. This approach is especially helpful if you’re feeling discouraged, navigating transitions, or ready to move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Reality Therapy

Reality Therapy is a practical, present-focused approach that helps you take ownership of your choices while building a life that aligns with your values and goals. Rather than staying stuck in blame or frustration, we’ll explore what you truly want, what’s within your control, and how small, intentional changes can lead to meaningful growth. My approach is supportive but honest — I will gently challenge you when needed while helping you develop clarity, responsibility, and confidence in your decisions. Together, we’ll look at patterns in relationships, behaviors, and emotional responses so you can create healthier connections and a stronger sense of direction. This approach can be especially helpful if you’re feeling stuck in repeating cycles, struggling with motivation, or wanting to move forward with greater purpose and personal responsibility.

, 40 ratings

4 ratings with written reviews

May 28, 2025

She’s great. Very genuine and so helpful. She really hears what I am trying to say… I feel like she is an answer to prayer !

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 5 with Elizabeth

April 28, 2025

I highly recommend Elizabeth Goodman as a therapist. She is compassionate, insightful, & genuinely committed to her clients' growth and healing. Elizabeth creates a safe and supportive space where I always feel heard, respected, & challenged in the best ways. Her balance of empathy and practical guidance has helped me make real progress. I'm grateful for her professionalism, kindness, and the clarity she brings to each session. Anyone who has the chance to work with Elizabeth is truly fortunate.

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 5 with Elizabeth

April 28, 2025

Kind and empathetic, highly recommend.

Verified client, age 25-34
Review shared after session 18 with Elizabeth