Jennifer Dorado, LMHC - Therapist in Florida

About Jennifer

Jennifer Dorado is a licensed mental health counselor in Florida with 17 years of experience. She focuses on family and parenting concerns as well as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, and grief. She takes a calm, compassionate approach and meets people where they are.

Her work aims to help parents and adults find steady ways forward during hard times. She trained in psychology and counseling and uses practical methods that people can apply between sessions.

Background and approach

Jennifer draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and on mindfulness techniques to ease overwhelming feelings. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clarify values and build meaningful action. Therapy with her is client-centered - the person sets the pace and goals.

Sessions often include simple skills, clear steps, and chances to practice new ways of coping. The goal is to help reduce stress, improve communication, and restore a sense of control when family life feels chaotic. Jennifer also uses motivational interviewing to support lasting changes, especially around substance use or other habits.

Her style is straightforward and supportive, focusing on strengths and practical next steps. She helps people notice what matters, try small changes, and track progress. People who work with her get a blend of evidence-based tools and down-to-earth guidance.

She guides families and individuals through problem solving, grief, and relationship strain so they can move forward with more confidence and hope.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Jennifer commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) which helps people get clear on what matters most and take small, values-based steps even when feelings are hard. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress that get in the way of everyday life. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and try concrete behavior changes that reduce symptoms and improve mood. CBT can help with anxiety, depression, and managing reactions to conflict. Motivational Interviewing is another tool she uses to support behavior change by helping people resolve mixed feelings and find their own reasons to make changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She collaborates with each person to pick methods that fit their needs, goals, and pace. The plan can change over time as progress is made and new priorities emerge.

Online therapy makes it easier to fit counseling into busy family life. Sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexible options for connection. Those formats let people meet from home, keep continuity during life changes, and choose the way of communicating that feels most comfortable.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does she address?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, and family problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is compassionate and client-centered. She works at each person’s pace and focuses on practical steps and strengths.

What is her background and experience?

She holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and has 17 years of counseling experience working in the community.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a licensed mental health counselor - FL LMHC MH12693 - and practices in Florida.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

She meets via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How does cost work for therapy?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse

Also works with

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Compassion fatigue
Control issues
Coping with life changes
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Depression
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family conflicts
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Grief
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self esteem
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 17 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English

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