Aida M Girod

(she/her)

LMHC, 15 years of experience
Authentic
Empowering
Warm
VirtualAvailable

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 20 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 Management

Depression

I identify as

Serves ages

Licensed in

Arizona

Accepts

Location

Virtual

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.

, 79 ratings

10 ratings with written reviews

February 27, 2026

I’m so happy I booked a session with Ms.Aida she listens and she’s very open and honest. I’m looking forward to my next session.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 1 with Aida

September 2, 2025

With it only being the first session, I can't really say too much, but what I can say is she is pretty spot on and knows what she is talking about. I look forward to seeing her again to help me heal and grow into a better person

Verified client, age 45-54
Review shared after session 1 with Aida

August 22, 2025

Aida is Insightful and Honest. She is refreshingly direct while remaining open and nonjudgmental. Their clarity and compassion have helped me grow in ways I didn’t expect. Highly recommend.

Verified client, age 65+
Review shared after session 2 with Aida