- Client-centered care
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Spanish and English
About Brenda
Brenda Velez is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 10 years of clinical experience. She sees people who struggle with stress, anxiety, anger, low motivation, self-esteem, depression, ADHD, and issues related to trauma and abuse. She offers services in both English and Spanish.
Brenda takes a straightforward, person-focused approach during sessions. She listens first and helps people notice patterns in thoughts and behavior. Conversations often include practical steps to manage anxiety, improve mood, and handle anger when it flares.
Her background includes work across age groups and a range of life concerns. That experience informs how she responds to caregiver stress, midlife transitions, immigration-related worries, and communication problems. She draws on several methods to match the work to the person’s needs.
In session she commonly uses client-centered methods to make space for what matters most to the person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a frequent tool to identify unhelpful thinking and try small behavioral changes. Elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and mindfulness are used when emotional regulation and distress tolerance are priorities.
Brenda also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques to support short-term goals and to boost momentum when motivation is low. Practical skills, brief experiments between sessions, and conversational check-ins are typical features of her work. She asks people to confirm session formats before booking so expectations are clear.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s experience. In practice this means the therapist listens, reflects, and follows what feels most relevant during a session. This approach helps when someone needs to talk through what makes social situations hard or to sort through feelings about anxiety.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thinking patterns and behavior. Online CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework to test new ways of thinking or acting. This can be useful for managing social anxiety, reducing avoidance, and building confidence in specific situations.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides tools for managing strong emotions and improving distress tolerance. Online work using DBT elements may focus on grounding practices, emotion regulation skills, and step-by-step plans for handling triggering moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with clients to pick methods that match goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying things, checking what helps, and adjusting over time.
Confirm current session formats before booking so you know what options are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow a shorter check-in when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits can help people try skills in real life between sessions without promising a specific result.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, anger, low motivation, self-esteem issues, depression, ADHD, and trauma and abuse. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, and midlife concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is person-focused and practical. Sessions include listening, identifying patterns, and trying small behavior changes between visits.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of professional experience in mental health work. That includes work across different age groups and a variety of life concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Florida LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the signup process.
How do I begin if I want to try sessions?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.