Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 62 ratings

Aida M Girod

LMHC, 15 years of experience

Warm
Authentic
Solution oriented
Virtual
Next available on

About me

I was born and raised in Puerto Rico and 25 years ago I moved to Florida where I currently reside. I graduated in 2005 from Florida International University with a Masters in Mental Health Counseling. At the present time, I hold 9 state licenses that allows me to to provide Tele-health counseling in other states besides Florida; Texas, South Carolina, Georgia, Arizona, Missouri, Utah and Michigan, Massachusetts. I am also bilingual (English and Spanish) and I have more than 15 years of experience in the mental health and social services arena.

Get to know me

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

Beginning therapy is a courageous step, and I’m here to support you with warmth, empathy, and cultural sensitivity every step of the way. During our intake session, we’ll take time to get to know one another in a safe, nonjudgmental space. You’ll be invited to share what’s bringing you to therapy at your own pace, and I’ll ask thoughtful questions to better understand your unique story, values, background, and goals. Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma, or simply seeking greater self-understanding, my aim is to create a safe and comfortable environment where you feel seen, heard, and empowered. Together, we’ll begin building a foundation of trust and clarity to guide your path forward.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I specialize in adults ( 18 and over) and I take pride in my ability to be flexible and adaptable to my client’s personalities, culture and communication styles as well as having a non-judgmental, empathetic, and “down-to-earth” approach along with a good sense of humor.It will be my pleasure and honor to help you in your wellness journey and help you to find the peace, joy and the fulfilling life that you deserve.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Adults (18 & over), women issues, LGBTQ community. I have experience with international clients .

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety

Other specialties

Anger ManagementDepressionGriefSelf Esteem

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

As a therapist with more than 15 years of experience, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) because it provides clients with practical tools to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. I have found that CBT empowers clients to recognize the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and actions, and helps them build healthier coping skills. Its structured, goal-oriented approach allows clients to see progress in both the short term and long term, which makes it especially effective for issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, and anger management. Over the years, I’ve seen how CBT helps clients gain insight, strengthen self-control, and create lasting change in their daily lives.

Culturally Sensitive Therapy

I use culturally sensitive therapy and interventions because I believe that each client’s cultural background, values, and experiences are essential to their healing process. Culture influences how people view themselves, express emotions, and cope with challenges. By honoring and integrating these perspectives into therapy, I can build trust, reduce barriers, and ensure that interventions feel relevant, respectful, and effective for each individual. This approach empowers clients to use both their personal and cultural strengths in creating meaningful and lasting change.

Location

Virtual
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 62 ratings

7 ratings with written reviews

July 3, 2025

I was hesitant because I’ve never done therapy before and didn’t like the idea of opening up about certain topics. Aida was caring and empathetic and she listened and did not voice any assumptions about my situation. She genuinely wants to get deeper into the my persona and I felt really comfortable talking to her.

Verified client, age 35-44

Review shared after session 1 with Aida

May 19, 2025

Aida was very easy to open to , super friendly and warm . Very smart and direct with her approach towards my issues. She was professional and understanding. I would love to have another session with her and with my partner as a couple and see what advise she can give us .

Verified client, age 55-64

Review shared after session 1 with Aida

May 13, 2025

I had a really positive experience with Aida. She has created a space where I felt safe, understood, and supported. Her empathy and insight made it easier for me to open up and work through things I had avoided for a long time. Thank you Aida

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 22 with Aida